When you say "mostly works", what do you mean exactly? I'm thinking about getting this as well. Also how heavy is this rig and will a travel tripod be able to hold it? I have this tripod: https://www.amazon.com/Manfrotto-MVKBFR-LIVEUS-lightweight-travel-friendly/dp/B01MCU1IDZ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1512537905&sr=8-1&keywords=Manfrotto%20MVKBFR-LIVEUS