Wait, the MeFOTO RoadTrip comes with the plates and all that stuff already doesn't it? I still have to upgrade?
Depends on you and the security you feel with the OR head and plates. Old but good article.
Tripods and Ball Heads by Thom Hogan and no you don't have to spend a fortune on a good tripod. What you need to do is look for a good one that does the one thing it is supposed to do, support you camera and lens. A lot of people get caught up in the fluff with tripods. Personally I prefer buying legs and my choice of head instead of package deals. With package deals there is always some bit of compromise.