Out in front for my use, Astronomical,
By punch-it,
from Centralia, WA on 9/26/2007
Pros:
Folds Small, Good Stability, Lightweight, Unfolds Quickly
Best Uses:
Astro-Binoculars, Long Exposures, Stabilization
Describe Yourself:
Casual user, Hobbyist/Enthusiast, Student since 1972
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Best tripod of all I looked at, and I combed through many brands. In this price range a very nice tripod, Also for the coniseur it is made in Japan... Eugene,,, P.S. With heavy load their is little reajusting of tension, because of slippage...