One of my photographic interests is to capture Robin's riding events more effectively. Naturally it is hard to get in the arena with the horses, so I will always be some distance away and the need for a telephoto zoom lens with some decent length is required.

I was able to pick up a mint used Canon EF 70-200mm f4L USM lens this week, to be used either stand alone or with a 1.4 converter to provide a little more magnification.

A couple of test shots showed that I need some practice on my technique to effectively hand hold this non-IS lens, but I am really looking forward to what I can achieve with this excellent glass.

Also added a Canon E1 Hand Strap to the 5D in place of the neck strap, which I found often got in the way when shooting. Probably my clumsiness but still.

Whether it permanently stays on the camera (it needs the optional battery grip attached) remains to be seen.