Field Optics Research Microlite FT-5017C Tripod – Extreamly light weight and very compact, uses 23mm dia 8 layer carbon fiber 50.4″ tall 5 segment legs with a 2 segment center tube for minimum folded length. Has single handed double helix leg locks for rapid deployment. Ideal for hiking, back packing, and mobile outdoor DSLR photography. Perfect for sitting binocular and mobile spotting scope users.