The CT-3402 Classic Rapid Carbon Fiber Tripod from Feisol is a camera support that can hold up to 39.7 lb, weighs 2.5 lb, and extends from 6.2" to 47.7" high. The legs are made from multi-layered carbon fiber with cast aluminum twist locks. A tripod bag is included for storage and transport. The optional center column is not included, and is available separately.
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This little tripod is becoming my goto favorite for my field and wildlife photography. Its lighter than my large tripod and although the maximum height is lower, it forces me to think more creatively when I use it contributing to the bulk of my keepers (photos). The build is excellent; solid carbon fiber legs, smooth operating twist locks, foam padded top tubes and the most convenient leg locking mechanism I've seen or used to spread the legs outward for a wider stance. I would be willing the put this Feisol tripod up against similar sized tripods by Really Right Stuff and Gitzo. The only noticeable difference is the huge savings in price. Well done!
I set up the Feisol CT-3402 tripod with an attached gimbal head, the minute I got it from B & H. Gotta say that the folks at B & H went out of their way to get the tripod to me in time for my extended Yellowstone trip, Being very small and only5' tall and having some health issues, I needed to lower the amount of weight that I was carrying in the field. I'm a retired pro wildlife and wildflower photographer, so I was looking for a shorter tripod with a heavy load capacity (for shooting low-angle wildlife images) but that could also go down to 10 inches or less for shooting macro pix of wildflowers. Here are my initial thoughts and observations about the Feisol carbon fiber CT-3402 tripod. It's very sturdy yet light as a feather. The CF legs have a large diameter with foam padding....making it EZ to carry the tripod long distances even with a gimbal head attached. I found no lens creep whatsoever even with a heavy pro camera, super telephoto lens setup. The tripod is very EZ to set up, the twisting leg locks operate efficiently and effortlessly and the tripod is EZ to lower and/or take down. I especially like the hook under the plate that allows you to add extra weight when it's windy, which is very common in the Greater Yellowstone. So, at the moment, I'm really lovin' this tripod. The big test, however, will be how the tripod performs in the field. I'll post an updated review at the end of the summer after my Yellowstone trip. But my initial reaction is that the Feisol CT-3402 is an excellent tripod, especially, for the money. It also comes with a nice bag and a set of tools. Well done Feisol! And many thanks to B & H for going out of their way to help me.