Sports photographers understand their sport and its rules, they also understand that having the right equipment is crucial for getting the inchesaction shot inches they need. Nobody understands their needs better than Gitzo. Gitzo's state of the art technologies now brings your the series 5 traveler monopod GM5561T. As you may know, Gitzo monopods continue to set the standard for professionals and advanced amateurs. With that said, the Gitzo Series 5 Mountaineer GM5561T offers great benefits; the carbon fiber range has been completely updated with new features and materials. Gitzo's Carbon Fiber is lighter and more stable with their 6X design. The G-Lock assures a fast and rigid locking action for more stable images. The new ALR (Anti Leg Rotation) System keeps the legs from spinning, also giving more set up speed. Attachment: 1/4 inches and 3/8 inches screws; leg sections: 6; load capacity: 55.11 lbs.; material: carbon fiber 6X; maximum height: 61.22 in.; minimum height: 16.34 in.; series: 5; weight: 1.65 lbs.