Vortex High Country II aluminum tripod with pan head
Vortex
$299.99 CAD — Available in store
The Vortex High Country II is an aluminum tripod supplied with a 2-way pan head. It carries up to 22 lb, enough for large binoculars or a spotting scope, and adjusts from 11.3 to 62.5 in so you can glass standing up or lying down. It weighs 4 lb and folds down to 24.3 in.
Features and benefits
• 2-way pan head: easy adjustments with complete freedom to pan and tilt
• Arca-Swiss head mount: a widely used standard that opens the door to many mounting accessories; quick-release plate with 1/4-20 thread supplied
• 3-section aluminum legs: strong without being heavy, and adjustable to many working heights
• 3 leg angles: each leg locks at its own angle for a steady setup, low or high
• Flip lever leg locks: legs stay firmly in place
• Detachable counterweight hook: hang a load under the centre column to steady the tripod when it is windy
• Rubber feet: the tripod stays put on slippery ground
Specifications
• Brand: Vortex
• Model: High Country II (TR-HCY)
• Weight: 4.0 lb
• Max load: 22 lb
• Minimum height: 11.3 in
• Maximum height: 62.5 in
• Folded size (H x W): 24.3 x 4.0 in
• Leg material: aluminum
• Leg sections: 3
• Leg angles: 3
• Leg locks: flip lever
• Head mount: Arca-Swiss
• In the box: tripod and head, 1/4-20 quick-release plate, rubber packing strap, counterweight hook, carrying case, 2.5 and 1.3 mm hex wrenches
Ideal for
• Stand-up glassing
• Wildlife observation
• Large binoculars and spotting scopes
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