The Gitzo Mountaineer Tripod Series 2 Carbon 4 sections is specially designed with Carbon eXact tubing, which includes High Modulus carbon fiber in the lower leg sections. This makes the tripod more rigid and stronger to support a load capacity of 39.7 lb. While it can extend to a maximum height of 65.7", it can also be set to reach the lowest height of 5.9" by removing the center column. Offering convenient storage and portability, this tripod can be folded down to a surprising 22". The leg system is secured from dust and particles entering it by incorporating G-lock Ultra that has an internal O-ring.