[Black] I dont know what some are talking about, These warmers are padded and work just fine...I do wish Gitzo wouldnt of plastered their name all over it, but its not too bad. Good quality construction and perfect fit.

[Touch Fastener] They loved it.

[Black] Gitzo really should supply these as standard as it provides a comfortable tactile grip to the use and transport of the tripod. It also provides a measure of protection to the carbon fibre legs of the tripod should you drop it or bang it around. I have a similar set installed in an older series three systematic tripod which I have used for 16 years and they are still in good condition. (Been washed in a washing machine several times over the years!)

[Touch Fastener] These are great, very smart idea. Keeps my tripod legs super safe and dry. If you are an outdoor photographer or videographer, I can see these being a life saver and great addition to your kit. They allow you to place your tripod in all kinds of wet/sandy environments without worry. Great for puddles, lakes, pools, the beach, or any environment with any type of moisture or sand. This also gives you the ability to be more creative with your shots. Just slip on a cover to each tripod leg and you are set to go. As opposed to having to do it handheld, you can now put your tripod in the lake or shallow end of the pool for an interesting angle, while still having the stability of a tripod. And if you've ever shot on a beach or sandy environment, you know how annoying it is to get sand in you tripod joints. It is infuriating and makes the tripod less stable. These eliminate that issue which is fantastic. You obviously won't need these for every location/shot, but when you do need them, I can see them being a god send and very handy. They are made of a quality plastic and the bottoms are reinforced so they should last if treated correctly. And the drawstrings do a good job keeping them in place. I plan on always having them in my tripod bag or camera bag, just in case the need arises. [I have received this product in exchange for my honest review]

[0.34 lb] When you need to shoulder the burden, even when your carbon fiber tripod is not so burdensome, Gitzo's knee-high stockings will soften the weight of Tripod/Ballhead/Camera/Lens. Dare to have the best-dressed Tripod!

[0.34 lb] Bought these to protect my tripod's legs when I use it in slushy conditions. They're easy to install and rise all the way to the tripod's head.