Equipped with interchangeable screw-in rubber feet and stainless steel spiked feet for increased stability. I have tried the Mach3 tripod in all sorts of configurations: legs fully extended, legs fully retracted, different angles for the legs, but nothing seems to improve the dampening. The distillery spent the majority of the 20th century passing between owners and undergoing periods of closure, and in 1983 the distillery is mothballed. There’s one of those pull out hook thingies at the bottom of the centre column for hanging bags on to help stabilize it even more.

High Performance Twist Locks: The Mach3 TMA38CL utilizes high performance, rubber twist locks for improved ergonomics and resistance to the the elements.A 3/8"-16 thread on top of the tripod allows you to attach any compatible tripod head of your choice.

The classic design includes a sliding centre column with large easy grip lock, foam cold weather grip on one leg, and secure and precise collar leg locks. I know of another company who make tripods with rising geared columns and they quote a much smaller weight capacity (ratio of 1/3) when it is fully raised vs when it is all the way down. Aluminum Legs: The Mach3 TMA28A features aluminum leg construction making it both lightweight and sturdy. I would guess with your column fully raised the capacity drops to something like 10-15 lbs, raised 1/2 way 20-25 lbs, and all the way down you get the full 35. Magnesium Casting: Wherever possible the Mach3 TMA47AXL employs magnesium castings making it among some of the lightest tripods on the market.Since moving to the Brecon Beacons 18 months ago, I have been wild camping a lot, not just here but also in Snowdonia.

High Performance Twist Locks: The Mach3 TMA28C utilizes high performance, rubber twist locks for improved ergonomics and resistance to the the elements. A hook on the bottom of the center column allows for the addition of stabilizing weight, and the included carrying case protects the tripod during transport. Minimum Height (cm): 41 Maximum Height (cm): 179 Base Mount Diameter (mm): 68 Closed Length (cm): 68 Converts to Monopod: N Foot Mount: 3/8 Foot Size (mm): 34 Foot Type: Rubber Head Mount: 3/8"-16 Leg Diameter 1 (mm): 32.However, in using the Mach3 with that refractor and mount, there is an unacceptable amount of dampening. Being carbon fibre the weight saving is a big bonus and still has a great balance of being sturdy enough. It is extremely simple to convert one of the Mach3's tripod legs into a monopod, adding even more versatility.