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3 Legged Thing Legends Ray 5-Section Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod with AirHed Vu Ball Head, Darkness

SKU: 3LTRAYKD MFR: RAYKITDARK
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Key Features

  • Capture stunning shots with this carbon fiber tripod, boasting a sturdy 66 lbs load capacity.
  • Achieve smooth pans with the AirHed Vu ball head, perfect for landscape photography.
  • This lightweight tripod weighs only 3.57 lbs with the head, ideal for travel photography.
  • Set up quickly with the friction locks and capture the perfect shot, every single time.
  • Enjoy versatile shooting with a max height of 54.7", great for varied photo opportunities.
  • Compact storage at 14.02" folded length, making this travel tripod your perfect companion.
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2022-04-29T06:30:24

Rated 4 out of 5

Easy to carry and setup

Took it out for a trip to Death Valley. Easy to carry with me, quick to set up and adjust. I usually leave my other tripod at home because I dislike carrying it around and working with it to set up a photo. This one is a breeze to set up. The only issue I had was the screw connecting to the camera would loosen from time to time. Still haven?t figured out why, but it could just as easily been something I was doing. It?s a small inconvenience given how much I liked using the tripod.

VINCE P.

2021-11-12T04:32:35

Rated 5 out of 5

Great tripod

This is a great lightweight tripod. Well constructed and I sure it will serve my needs for many years to come

STUART T.

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3 Legged Thing Legends Ray Specifications

  • Color

    Darkness

  • Material

    Carbon Fiber

  • Maximum Load Capability

    66 lbs (30kg)

  • Column Sections

    2 Column Sections

  • Leg Sections

    5 Leg Sections

  • Leg Lock Type

    Friction Locks

  • Column Tube Diameter

    1.02" (26mm)
    0.91" (23mm)

  • Leg Tube Diameters

    0.90" (23mm)
    0.79" (20mm)
    0.67" (17mm)
    0.55" (14mm)
    0.43" (11mm)

  • Foot Thread

    1/4"-20

  • Leg Angles

    23 Degree, 55 Degree, 80 Degree

  • Independent Leg Spread

    Yes

  • Feet

    Rubber Bootz. Interchangeable footwear with 1/4"-20 thread (PA66)

  • AirHed Type

    Ball Head

  • AirHed Base Mount

    3/8"-16 Thread Female

  • AirHed Base Diameter

    1.65" (4.2cm)

  • Mount

    3/8"-16 Male, reversible to 1/4"-20 for direct to camera

  • Quick Release Plate

    QR-Octa

  • Camera Mounting Screw

    1/4"-20

  • Number of Bubble Levels

    2

  • AirHed Controls

    Pan knob, Clamp release knob, Clamp control knob

  • Ball Diameter

    1.18" (30mm)

  • Panning Range

    360 Degree

  • Tripod Folded Length

    14.02" (35.6cm)

  • Maximum Height

    54.7" (138.9cm) (With AirHed)
    50.7" (128.7cm) (Without AirHed)
    40.5" (102.8cm) (Without Column with AirHed)
    36.96" (93.9cm) (Without Column without AirHed)

  • Minimum Height

    15.35" (30cm) (With AirHed)
    12.76" (11.5cm) (Without AirHed)
    7.95" (20.2cm) (Without Column with AirHed)
    4.09" (10.4cm) (Without Column Without AirHed)

  • Detachable Leg Height

    Leg:
    40.5" (102.8cm) (With AirHed)
    36.61" (93cm) (Without AirHed)

    Leg + Column:
    52.3" (132.8cm) (With AirHed)
    56.2" (142.7cm) (Without AirHed)

  • Detachable Leg Folded Length

    15.34" (39cm) (With AirHed)
    11.41" (29cm) (Without AirHed)

  • Dimensions

    AirHed: 3.03 x 3.93" (7.7 x 10cm) (Including Plate)

  • Weight

    Tripod:
    2.8 lbs (1.27kg)
    3.57 lbs (1.62kg) (With AirHed)

    AirHed:
    12.9 oz (366g) (Including Plate & Arm)
    11.8 oz (336g) (Without Plate)

  • UPC Code

    5060244886254

2 Accessories for 3 Legged Thing Legends Ray 5-Section Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod with AirHed Vu Ball Head, Darkness

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About 3 Legged Thing Legends Ray

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Great tripod

By STUART T.

This is a great lightweight tripod. Well constructed and I sure it will serve my needs for many years to come

Experience the ultimate in photography equipment with the Legends Ray 5-Section Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod with AirHed Vu Ball Head, Darkness. This ultra-compact, micro-travel tripod offers an unbeatable combination of portability, strength, and stability, making it an essential tool for photographers on the go.

As part of 3 Legged Thing's innovative Legends range, Ray stands out with its three detachable legs. These versatile legs can be used as monopods or boom arms, offering a multitude of options for capturing the perfect shot. When the legs are removed, Ray transforms into a handy table-top tripod with the addition of 3LT's specialized tripod footwear.

Constructed from eight layers of 100% pure carbon fiber and aerospace-grade magnesium alloy, Ray is both lightweight and durable. The new design of leg and column locks, featuring 3LT's unique anti-rotation Chicken Lips (shims), ensures greater strength and grip for secure positioning.

The tripod also features new O-Pads, providing improved grip, leverage, and water displacement. The innovative Rapid Latch, an anodized metal leg latch with auto-engage lock, allows for easy opening and positioning of Ray's legs, and quick release for counter-folding.

The Legends Ray 5-Section Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod comes complete with the AirHed Vu, a stunning new Arca-Swiss compatible Ball Head, and QR-Octa quick release plate. The AirHed Vu features contoured security cut-outs in the detachable clamp to accommodate security pins in the underside of the QR-Octa plate. A unique vision panel in the casing allows users to see the mechanism move into place, adding an extra layer of security and control.

Whether you're a professional photographer or an enthusiastic amateur, the Legends Ray 5-Section Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod with AirHed Vu Ball Head, Darkness is designed to enhance your photography experience.

3 Legged Thing Legends Ray Features

  • Impressive load to weight ratio of 24:1
  • Ultra-compact size when folded - fits inside larger camera bags or airline carry-ons
  • Three removable tripod legs - can be used as monopods or boom arms
  • Rapid Latch hardwearing, anodized metal, easy-use leg latch with auto-engage lock
  • Elegantly contoured patented Tri-Mount plate for easier use, with hollowed spurs for clip on devices
  • Usable as a table-top tripod with legs removed and the addition of 3LT tripod footwear
  • Removable / reversible center column
  • Three optimal leg angles to create different shooting heights and perspectives, with legs that can be adjusted independently for use on uneven terrain
  • Raised O-Pads on leg and column locks for improved grip, leverage, and water displacement
  • Leg locks include a new design of Chicken Lips (shims) which give them greater strength and grip
  • Interchangeable footwear with 1/4"-20 thread
  • AirHed Vu precision-engineered Ball Head with vision panel in the casing, and security cut-outs in the detachable clamp which work with the security pins on the QR-Octa quick release plate

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 60 months.

Key Features

  • Capture stunning shots with this carbon fiber tripod, boasting a sturdy 66 lbs load capacity.
  • Achieve smooth pans with the AirHed Vu ball head, perfect for landscape photography.
  • This lightweight tripod weighs only 3.57 lbs with the head, ideal for travel photography.
  • Set up quickly with the friction locks and capture the perfect shot, every single time.
  • Enjoy versatile shooting with a max height of 54.7", great for varied photo opportunities.
  • Compact storage at 14.02" folded length, making this travel tripod your perfect companion.

What's in the box:

  • 3 Legged Thing Legends Legends Ray 5-Section Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod (Darkness)
  • AirHed Vu Ball Head
  • QR-Octa Arca-Swiss Compatible Quick Release Plate
  • Toolz Multi-Tool Carabiner
  • Anodized Magnesium Alloy D-Ring
  • Nylon Carry Bag with Cushioned Interior
  • Loop Zip Pulls
  • Adjustable and Removable Shoulder Strap
  • Microfiber Head Bag
  • 3 Legged Thing 5 Year Limited Warranty