Giottos YTL Classic Aluminum Tripod - 73.2in., Black YTL9214The Giottos Classic Series 9214 Aluminum YTL Silk Road Tripod rises to a maximum height of 73. 2" and weighs in at just 4. 0 lb while supporting up to 22 lb. But that's just the basics. It has a reversible center column with a unique triple beveled, Y shape that not only defeats torsion but allows the legs to fold down 30% closer to the column for a more compact form factor. It has a ballast hook at the bottom to add stabilizing weights and thanks to