This gray 3 Legged Thing Winston 2.0 Tripod Grayis a support system that features three detachable legs and a removable center column. Each leg can be configured as a monopod with up to a 56.8" height or can be combined with the center column to form a monopod with up to 75.9" in height.

Tripod heads that are compatible with a 3/8"-16 mount can be connected to the top of the Winston 2.0 Tripod. When configured as a tripod, the Winston 2.0 Tripod supports up to 88.0 lb and measures 24.0" when folded. Each of its 3-section legs features an independent spread, a 3-position angle lock, and twist locks for rapid deployment. As a tripod, it can be set at a minimum height of 5.7" when its push-and-pull, rapid center column is removed. Together, the three legs can be extended to obtain a maximum height of 55.0" or 72.9" with the center column fully raised. Each of the carbon fiber legs includes a removable rubber foot, which can be substituted with separately available spiked feet to further enhance stability on a wide variety of surfaces, including soft or uneven soil.

For added versatility, the Winston 2.0 Tripod's three removable legs can be substituted with separately available 3 Legged Thing footwear accessories for use as a tabletop tripod. A carry bag with strap is provided for storage and transport.

Load Capacity: 88.0 lb    Max Height: 72.9", Min Height: 5.7"    Folded Length: 24.0"    Leg Sections: 3, Weight: 3.8 lb    Carbon Fiber Legs, Bubble Level    Twist Locks, Rubber Feet    3-Position Leg Angle Locks    Reversible, Rapid Column    Monopod-Convertible Legs and Column    Carry Case with Strap

• Support system with three detachable legs and removable center column
• Each leg can be configured as a monopod with up to a 56.8" height or can be combined with the center column to form a monopod with up to 75.9" height
• As a tripod, supports up to 88.0 lb
• Push-and-pull center column for rapid camera, lens, or sport optic positioning
• Center column D-ring to accommodate ballast for additional stability
• Can be set for a minimum height of 17.5" or 5.7" without the center column
• All three legs can be extended in the tripod configuration to obtain a maximum height of 55.0" or 72.9" with the center column fully raised
• Center column is reversible, facilitating low-angle photography where an attached camera is positioned among the tripod's legs instead of above them
• Legs each feature 3 sections with twist locks for rapid deployment and can be independently spread
• Legs can be locked at 23, 55, or 80° angles
• Rubber feet help to enhance stability on a wide variety of surfaces
• Weighs 3.8 lb and measures 24.0" when all three legs are reversed 180° and folded
• Rubber feet can be removed and substituted with separately available 3 Legged Thing spiked feet to further enhance stability on a wide variety of surfaces, including soft or uneven soil
• Removable legs can be substituted with separately available 3 Legged Thing footwear accessories for use as a tabletop tripod
• 3 Legged Thing Toolz multi-tool to adjust miscellaneous component screws
• Carry bag with strap for storage and transport

• Carbon-fiber legs
• 3/8"-16 mount

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How does the Winston 2.0 differ from the original Winston?

A: The 3 Legged Thing Winston 2.0 Tripod (Bronze) unlike the older version has a detachable monopod leg, new style bootz, new style shims, improved grip parallel locks, and a high-quality padded clamshell bag.

Q: 2. What the length of the center column?

A: The 3 Legged Thing Winston 2.0 Tripod (Gray) center column measures 17.9 inches.

Q: 3. Can it hold heavy lenses like Nikon 200-500 with nikon 6?

A: Yes, it supports 66lbs.

Q: 4. This tripod has no aluminum at all? Others on the web claim a mix of magnesium and aluminum. Want to be sure 100% magnesium.

A: The 3 Legged Thing Charles 2.0 Darkness Magnesium Alloy Tripod (Matte Black) is made of a magnesium alloy--"alloy" means that something is mixed with the magnesium, usually aluminum.

Q: 5. Do you know the load capacity when used as a monopod?

A: anything under 10 kg / 22 lb from top-down and you won't have an issue, if you're using the monopod at an angle or as a boom arm this will vary on circumstances.

Q: 6. Can I screw the leg (using it as a monopod) into the Siriu l-10 monopod head? The thread size for the l10 is 3/8".

A: With the 3 Legged Thing Winston 2.0 Tripod Kit with AirHed Pro Ball Head the leg gets screwed directly into the center column to turn it onto a monopod. You could use the Sirui L-10 Monopod Tilt Head on the top of the center column.

Q: 7. What is the load capacity of each leg when used as monopod?

A: We've not officially published any loads for the ind. monopod leg sections as this can vary per product, set-up, and other factors. I'd suggest not overloading the monopod so it seems under strain, and always make sure to keep one hand on your camera when using a monopod.

Q: 8. what is the diameter of the mounting plate?

A: The mounting plate would measure 1-1/2 inches.

Q: 9. would the lefoto long spikes BH #LETFSUS fit on this tripod ?

A: Yes, you will be able to use 3 Legged Thing Winston 2.0 Tripod with the Leofoto Long Spikes with Plastic Boots.

Q: 10. What is the size of diameter of ballhead base? I am going to use this tripod with the Leofoto LH-55LR low profile ballhand.

A: The head mounting plate on the 3 Legged Thing Winston 2.0 Tripod (Gray) is 2.9" in diameter.