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Review on MEEDEN Ultimate Aluminum Lightweight Design,Make by Michelle Langley

Revainrating 4 out of 5

I love the size and compartments though.

I bought the complete kit, bag and tripod. I really like the tripod, it has a level indicator and a small compass that helps with setting it up. The legs are stretched out and I have yet to fully stretch because I don't need them much higher than my waist. The downside of a tripod is that for the size of the Poshade box, the legs aren't flattened enough at the top to make the unit stable. The weight and size of the box on the tripod make the whole unit very heavy and while it works well on level ground and indoors it poses a problem when you are outdoors on very rough terrain. I was able to level the tripod easily enough with the leg extension and level gauge, but with the box on top it becomes very unstable. The biggest problem I had was that when the wind blew off the back of the box it was big enough to catch the wind and blow the entire assembly away. Either the legs need to be wider or it needs to be anchored to the ground to prevent an unstable condition. I like the size of the mailbox, it's easy to carry, and it fits almost everything I need for drawing in one carrying case. . The towel rail is a great idea, but it doesn't fit the box exactly and I found it pops out of the box when I give it a light tap. I'll try using felt material on one side to see if that helps. The lid of the lower compartment, where the canvases are stored, is also easily knocked off. More of an annoyance than a problem. I have no plans to return the box because I still love the size and design. However, some improvements are recommended to improve stability.

Pros
  • Everything is fine!
Cons
  • Expensive