Smallrig Ad-80 Freeblazer Aluminum Tripod Legs

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Add a set of sturdy, heavy-duty aluminum alloy tripod legs to your production kit with the AD-80 FreeBlazer from SmallRig. The adjustable legs, which can handle a weight capacity of up to 33.1 lb, have one-step height adjustment flip locks that allow the unit to quickly retract or extend from 29.9 to 70.7". The unit features a 1/4"-20 threaded hole for a magic arm or other accessory, and it comes with a detachable 75mm bowl base, a carrying bag, and an Allen key.

Heavy-Duty Aluminum Alloy Tripod Legs Adjustable Height from 29.9 to 70.7" 33.1 lb Load Capacity Detachable 75mm Bowl Base Adapter Carrying Bag & Allen Key Included

Key Specs
Head Mount Type	75 mm Bowl
Primary Material	Aluminum
Load Capacity	33.1 lb / 15 kg
Maximum Working Height	70.7" / 179.5 cm
Minimum Working Height	29.9" / 76 cm
Closed Length	31.3" / 79.5 cm
Legs
Head Mount Type	75 mm Bowl
Primary Material	Aluminum
Leg Lock	Flip Lock
Leg Sections	3
Independent Leg Spread	No
Leg Positions	3 Positions
General
Load Capacity	33.1 lb / 15 kg
Maximum Working Height	70.7" / 179.5 cm
Minimum Working Height	29.9" / 76 cm
Closed Length	31.3" / 79.5 cm
Bubble Level	No
Spreader Support	Ground/Mid-Level (Included)
Packaging Info
Package Weight	11 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	39.75 x 7.25 x 7.25"

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does the fluid head have a flat base for mounting it on a slider?

A: The SmallRig FreeBlazer Heavy-Duty Carbon Fiber Tripod System's DH10 fluid head (4165) is a flat base fluid head, which mounts to the tripod legs via a 75mm bowl adapter.

Q: 2. Can the keg spreader be removed?

A: Yes, the mid-level spreaders on the SmallRig AD-50Lite Lightweight Aluminum Alloy Video Tripod System can be removed.

Q: 3. And it only weighs 9.7 pounds?

A: Yes, the SmallRig AD-80 FreeBlazer Heavy-Duty Aluminum Tripod System (BH #SM4163) only weighs 9.66 lb / 4.38 kg.

Q: 4. Will these legs accept a 75mm Sachtler Aktiv8 head?

A: You will need to use the Sachtler aktiv Bowl Connector for 75mm Tripod to connect a Sachtler aktiv8 head to a tripod with a 75mm bowl.

Q: 5. Is the fluid head changeable ?

A: The SmallRig FreeBlazer CT190 Aluminum Video Tripod does feature the SmallRig CH20 Video Head with Leveling Base, which is removeable.

Q: 6. What's the advantage of this tripod over the AD-01? The specs look very similar.

A: I think the most valuable difference is have a single lock leg adjustment system like much more expensive tripods like Sachtler. You only have one lock per leg to unlock before adjusting height instead of having to undo two locks on each leg. Worth the extra $ to me.

Q: 7. Height of tripod without head?

A: The SmallRig FreeBlazer Heavy-Duty Carbon Fiber Tripod System without the head has a height of 32''.

Q: 8. Will this work with the Manfrotto 504 head ?

A: The SmallRig FreeBlazer Heavy-Duty Carbon Fiber Tripod System uses a 75mm bowl mount for it's fluid heads, so you would need to use a 75mm half-ball adapter to mount the Manfrotto 504X Fluid Video Head with Flat Base to the tripod. Compatibility is possible but not guaranteed.

Q: 9. Can a Peak Design PL-S-3 Standard Plate be used with this tripod?

A: The SmallRig FreeBlazer tripod plate style is not Arca Swiss compatible, and will not directly work with the Peak Design PL-S-3 Standard Plate. However, you could work with the Falcam F38 Quick Release Bottom Plate which will accept Peak plates. Just attach the F38 bottom plate to the camera plate that is included with the FreeBlazer tripod to make it compatible. Falcam F38 Quick Release Bottom Plate BH #FAF38QRBP

Q: 10. Does this come with the carrying bag? The picture that shows "package includes" does not have a carrying bag.

A: Yes, the SmallRig FreeBlazer Heavy-Duty Carbon Fiber Tripod System certainly includes a carry bag. Image of Bag: https://bit.ly/3sFDtQu

Mark	04/09/2024
[3 Positions] Great tripod with single level to lock/unlock the legs (one for each leg). I'm using this tripod with SmallRig DH-01 Fluid Head (purchased from B&H). Total value is around $250 for carbon fiber video tripod and fluid head! It's better value than my Manfrotto carbon fiber camera tripod with no ball head. Tripod is big and tall. It reaches very high. I'm 6'1 and feels like this one goes up to 7ft tall (well, maybe less). The center bowl works well with the fluid head. Light, but sturdy/heavy duty. Sometimes, you have to adjust the feet (to unfold), but it works fine as stabilizing the tripod. Comes with a tripod bag with shoulder strap. I have many SmallRig products, and so far, they are all in good quality. This tripod and fluid head are no exception with excellent value! 5

Kenneth	19/08/2024
[Aluminum] big and study fast set up a must buy 5

Jason	12/08/2024
[Aluminum] When I bought my first AD-80 system, after a month of typical use the head's tilt lock/drag knob had broken. Also, the head's pan and tilt action was sticky. Once I left my review, SmallRig reached out to me – with my permission, initially through B&H – to address the issue. After sending them a video of my issue they happily sent me a replacement head. Once I received the head I used it the following day on a shoot (with my trusty Sachtler on standby). The previous head must've been a lemon because this new head works flawlessly and was silky smooth right out of the box. After a few weeks of use I can say THIS AD-80 system works great and is a fantastic bargain for the price. It effortlessly supports a full-blown FS7 rig during weekly church services and lite commercial, creative, and narrative work. Thanks to Joy at SmallRig for handling everything, and thanks to B&H for being amazing as always. 5

DAN	16/07/2024
[75 mm Bowl] My fault, but I did think it would be lighter than the metal version, which if it is, it is negligible. 5

Mark	14/05/2024
[3] I'm new to video tripod, but this carbon fiber tripod is abut 1/2 the price of what I paid for my still camera tripod (without the ball head). Excellent value!!! I love the design of using one level lock for multiple section legs. It's very easy to expand/contract. I'm using it with B&H purchased SmallRig DH-01 Fluid Head. Works great together. The tripod reach very heigh. I'm 6'1 and the tripod rise far above my head. Light and easy to carry around. Like how they designed the foot so it can be changed to spikes by just removing end piece. Comes with nice carrying bag. Great video tripod. 5

Marvin	01/05/2024
[Aluminum] I already had a Manfrotto fluid pan head, and these tripod legs are the perfect companion to it. It's much lighter than previous tripods I've used, while also being sturdier, quicker to adjust and it looks amazing. Would recommend! 5

Alexander	30/11/-0001
[Aluminum] Got this as an upgrade to my existing tripods and it's a great value. Rock solid, easy balancing, fluid leg extensions. 5