I love how much thought went into the design of this tripod. It's small enough to fit in my medium sized backpack. I keep it in my carry case when not in use and it's not that difficult to set up. I have the carbon fiber version and the weight isn't as light as many would like it to be, but it's a full-size tripod that converts into a fairly compact form factor. I'm sure two shorter versions would have reduced the size significantly, but I don't mind carrying the GlobeTrotter with me on long trips. Forward weight causes instability on a tripod. I love the extra hook on the bottom that allows me to add extra weight to make the tripod even more stable. Using it as a monopod is quite easy and it takes about 3 minutes to install. If you have used a leg screw before then you know that sometimes it can be a bit of an adventure when you forget to tighten the leg extensions or when they come loose on their own. One of the downsides to the design, but as long as you have your hand ready to support the camera when setting up/carrying the tripod, the folding leg shouldn't be a big deal. The ball head is smooth and stable. I prefer the "tube" level to the spirit level and it can get out of the way depending on the camera mounting direction. However, it is better than no level. The gears spin and turn easily while still having a good grip after tightening. All in all, this is a very good tripod. If you want a smaller and more compact design, I'm sure Mefoto's small offerings in this line are great choices too.
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