[Handheld Only] This is just perfect for hikes. It's sturdy enough to hold your cameral with a super-telephoto. Yes, a HEAVY duty tripod would be more secure, but then again, it would be too heavy to lug around. The tripod collapses down to fit underneath your daybag/backpack. I highly recommend this tripod. It replaced my vanguard for daily trips and hikes.

[Handheld Only] Very sturdy , great tripod

[Handheld Only] Needed a taller tripod for the studio and on location work - great find - reasonably priced, sturdy, light weight.

[Folding] Although small and light, this is a most effective clamp. I particularly like the feature where a QR plate can be dropped into the channel, and a 180 degree flip of the lever firmly holds the plate and everything I've attached to it.


My only tiny nit-pick is the included mini-toolz has 2.5mm and 4mm hex keys, so an extra 3mm hex key is also included to adjust the lever opening.

[Handheld Only] I bought this to use with a Peak Design tripod with the Universal Head adapter, since I wanted to do pans, and the stock PD head doesn't have a panning capability. Panning axis has just the right amount of resistance, and the large knob locks the ball securely for my DSLR with a 200mm. I didn't miss/don't see the need for a separate friction control on a ball this size. Great compact travel head.

[Folding] The compact size of this as well as ease of changing it around make this a great choice for me while raveling or working.

[Folding] Awesome quality, great price & perfect for my gear!

[Folding] I purchased this tripod to replace a Vanguard Carbon Fiber tripod. I have to say that this is quite a step up. Winston is very versatile and solidly built. I was primarily looking for a stable tripod that could also be used for travel. This tripod, while not a travel tripod, fits that build. I've used it with my Canon 7D Mark ii coupled with a Tamron 150-600mm lens, a hefty combo, and it has been very stable. I had a difficult time choosing between this tripod and either a Benro Rhino or Mach 3, all of which have similar specs and get excellent reviews. Normally, I would have gone with the Benro, but decided to take a chance on 3 Legged Thing, and so far I'm glad I did. B&H delivery was excellent, as I assumed it would be. I'd definitely recommend.

[Folding] I've been using this tripod on a regular basis for a bit over a year now, for the most part, I love it. It's quality built, stable yet versatile for what I need it to do, and is lightweight to haul around.

My one warning is to watch your fingers! It is riddled with pinch points. It has made me bleed. It has made others bleed. It has brought me (close) to tears in front of customers/clients.


But overall, I really like it.

[Sapphire Blue] There’s many reasons to love their bags. 1) the water and air tight zippers. 2) the super high quality Velcro and thick dividers. 3) strong stitching. 4) protection of my gear. 5) side pockets for batteries (it’s not listed as so but they fit perfectly). 6) the clear zipper pockets up top so you can see hardware. 7) enough room for my MacBook AND/OR extra gear like monitors and batteries.

This bag is built STRONG and i know because I’ve had many rip on me at the shoulder straps in the past. The zippers and materials used are durable and exactly what my bag full of $17k worth of gear deserves - and you’re too. The whole bag feels padded. - unlike MANY other bags.

My one ask would be to have optional straps and hooks to easier attach gimbals and travel tripods. Or to make the same bag 25% bigger! Right now I have yo bodies on cages, mics, filters, 2 zoom lenses and two primes that fit in the main area.