At the Ready:The Tripod Butler. Click to enlarge. (Photo courtesy epic software group)

Making life easier for the tripod-toting photographer is the aim of the Tripod Butler.

The US$18.95 soft-sided accessory holder attaches to the legs of a tripod with velcro fasteners and has compartments designed to hold lenses, gaffer tape, sync cords, batteries, an extra camera body or any other gear a photographer might need during a shoot.

Weights can be placed in the compartments as well to stabilize the tripod for use outdoors.