New Gitzo Safari Line = Super Sexy

[Lost Canadian]

Now we're talking, gear to actually get a little excited about, new tripods! It looks like Gitzo took the best of their Mountaineer series and combined it with the tech from their 1581OT ocean traveller tripod. I work with water a lot but the 1581OT just wasn't the right fit for me, but these new options have really peaked my interest.

Press Release:

Safari Collection

Safari is the new Gitzo’s range specifically dedicated to birdwatchers and outdoor photographers. A premium selection of tripods and heads completely resistant to natural elements, developed for the professionists who look for ultra stable and precise solutions. Head systems achieve maximum control to all movements and exactly speed you need, eliminating even the smallest unwanted give and play. This is very useful when a fast equipment repositioning is required. Tripods have special waterproof leg locks, to withstand to extreme conditions, blocking water, mud or sand.
They have inserts at both ends, minimizing outside elements that may enter tubes and locking mechanism. Solid, lightweight, compact, Safari are in black, green and brown color to allow the best mimetism in nacture.

A very nice and elegant collection, easy to match with most popular outdoor accessories, clothing and equipment.

Ready to adapt to your challenges, ready to give you the best results.

For more information go to Gitzo.com

 

[haven]

Nice find! From the spec sheets, it appears that these tripods are a little too long to fit inside a carry on bag (22 x 14 x 9 inches) without removing the head and fitting it diagonally in the bag. I'd like to see a carbon fiber tripod that fits parallel to the long side of the bag to make more room for other gear.

I used to carry a tripod in the open onto the plane, but the TSA stopped that because it might be used as a club!