24' Tall Tripod Light Stand TT730

Being an avid photographer this tripod is a tool that lets me explore a new perspective capturing from a nearly 24ft raised height above the ground. It fits right into a padded carrying bag with heavy duty zippers yet still feels quite heavy to lug around. Height of 24' is the total extended length and while impressive depends somewhat on how far outwards base is widened since the tripod expands below to keep center column level & sturdy. On grassy terrain it felt quite stable minimizing top sizing or wobbling and does have multi way 1/4" to 3/8" sockets on top for mounting up gear.It came with a pair of braided cables to offset wind and further stabilizes the tripod head for capturing creative photos raised on elevation but lacks ground anchors. Internally aluminum shafts are spring loaded when releasing down equipment ensures that both the rubber gasket and springs add layer of safety dampening the columns in individual sections. While tripod legs are double layered, one of the main flaws was relying on plastic thumb screws that can be cumbersome to tighten fully. With this being considered this tall 24ft tripod is a unique way of lifting up cameras and robustly machined from aluminum.

I think every photographer has a couple of stands and a few have taller stands for lights or cameras but you don't see many 24 foot options. When I saw that, I had to give it a go.First, a couple of things I loved:1. The entire stand fits nicely into the provided case and is easy to carry.2. The stand is VERY solid and well made inspiring confidence as you place it.3. The stand comes with tie down ropes that make it easy to anchor it in place and stake it to the ground.4. The mounting plate has attachments for the standard 1/4" and 3/8" points. Just flip it into position.5. The stand has a attachable bright orange level to be sure you start with a level base.6. The mounting plate has very sturdy attachment points for the tie down ropes to make sure your stand is stable at height.Negatives:1. I would have liked the upper most portions of the stand to be just a little thicker and sway a little less under load.2. The brass attachment point did bind a couple of times to the mounting plate which forced me to use a hand tool to loosen it. Not a big deal but wish I didn't have to do this.I used this a few times with a light weight 360 camera with no issue. Very suitable for a light weight camera or even a heavier fully frame option. I ran my Z9 up to 20ft in wind with a 14-24mm f/2.8 attached without issue. I'm sure with either a spotter or the tie down ropes I could have run it up the entire 24 ft.In general, this is a really well made option for pushing a camera or a light up above the 20ft mark. I was impressed by the build quality and weight bearing. I would strongly suggest using the tie down ropes and sandbags if you're using a heavier camera. Alternately a spotter would work just as well to secure the base.Good product, no reservations recommending it.

I have never seen a telescoping stand as large as this one. At full height it is pretty unstable until you use the included cable to stabilize it, and then it is perfect. The head mounts any standard tripod attachment such as DSLR cameras. The canvas carry bag is pretty tough and should last a long time. The construction of the stand itself is pretty impressive - string metal, and the plastic locks between each section or very thick and tough. Engineered very well.

Can’t say its heavy duty but given the fact that it goes upto 24ft still a good quality

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Very easy to assemble. High quality. The height is perfect! Needed to mount a camera in the end zone of a football field. This works perfectly for that!

The product is as advertised and includes everything needed. Glad I bought it.

Best quality ever experienced

Can easily mount a few dozen lbs on this thing, the included safety ropes are neccessary above 12ft IMO to reduce swaying/tipping risk. You should buy some tent stakes to secure the ropes to the ground, if you are using on dirt/grass.

A lighting stand - or tripod stand, if you prefer - that goes to 24' is quite something! It's a bit scary hoisting your several hundred or a few thousand dollar camera and lens to that height, but if you need to get the shot, you need to get the shot!The entire stand is pretty lightweight, given its size. I think most of my fellow cameramen would call it a "five stage" stand, as it has five main sections that nest inside one another, and when extended, make up the 24' in total height. Because the tubes are made of aluminum, the total weight is much less than if made with steel. But you do sacrifice some rigidity.On my testing, if you extend each section to its full length, not only is there some unnecessary sway, but there is a distinct bend to the entire stand. But there is a simple solution, before you start using the tie-downs (a great bonus!). Rather than extending each section to its maximum, reduce that about 10". The overall height won't really suffer too much, but you will find the total column much straighter.Something I have never seen - mind you, I am not a professional grip - is having three "Rocky Mountain" legs. That's the local term for an adjustable leg-length to help level out a stand on uneven terrain. Or you need to place a stand on a stair case. With the Rocky Mountain legs, you can simple adjust one leg down to meet the lower step. Simple and easy. But that feature is usually only on one leg - not all three! Impressive!The sections have springs inside the tubes, so when you are brining down your camera or a light, it is not going to slam into the bottom section. Rather, bringing something down can be done in a nice, gentle motion. In addition to the springs, each section also has "0-rings" which help to absorb any shock or impact.The overall fit and finish of the entire unit is excellent. I have one single impact on one leg, but that is not from anything, other than shipping. And, I hasten to ad, does not effect function in the least.The tie-down system is brilliant! You are furnished with a steel plate, that has three holes that accept one to three heavy-duty carabiners. Like any guy-wire system (or guy-rope, in this case...) you simply attach one end to the top of the stand (via that steel plate) and the other end to "something" that is not going to moving around on you. Could be a couple of sandbags, a cinder block, a steak driven into the ground - and solid object that will help to stabilize the top of the stand. The rope is heavy-duty, again, like all the other bits...Speaking of the top on the stand, you can attach a number of different item at the top. The top of the last section of the stand accepts a standard 5/8" pin. A number of different companies make such attachments. On this unit, the top plate has either 1/4" or 3/8" threads for mounting onto. You can simply flip the bits around to have whatever thread pattern you need. In fact, the top plate has been taped for three additional 1/4" points for other accessories.So many details have been thought out. That top plate for the guy-wire system? It comes with a safety-wire attached. The bottom feet on the stand? Non-marring rubber/plastic combo. Transport of the stand? Really well made padded soft case.Now get this part - loading-bearing weight? 22 pounds! That's amazing! At that weight and at that height, I would most definitely be using those guy-wires!Two last point I would like to make. First, because the whole point of this stand is to raise the camera - or a light - to a height, I would always placing a sandbag on each leg. It adds a lot of stability and it will give you a lot less worry!Second, this is a product you might think about getting sooner than later. It seems like both the US and Canadian federal governments are looking into banning drones, due to their possible use as a terrorist weapon. Not the drone, per se, but rather what you could attach to a drone. It's not law yet, and you can bet that there are huge groups of people who are opposing this. But there is a possibility. And if that happens, this product will become very valuable. For example, real estate has been using drones for those wonderful exterior shots of the front of the house. Well, at about 20-24' high, you are getting closer to that look. Not exactly, but at least it is "off the ground". Something to think about...Bottom line - an excellent product! Well planned, well made and with unique and clever ideas throughout. If you need height in your camera shot, or if you need to get a lighting fixture high to give the illusion of moonlight at night, this is wonderful tool to help you achieve the near impossible!

This thing is solid! Between the multiple sections and the legs, I fell confident using this with cameras and lighting. Just to test it out, I put a gripped Canon EOS R6 with the Canon EF 70-200 f/4 MkII on it and used the Canon camera app to take a few photos and there were no issues with the tripod or camera, other than some nerve wracking moments as I put the camera that high up. Another test was with a 360° camera and it was like using a drone.I know this won't go on every session, but it's nice to know I have it to plan out those sessions when I don't want to bring a ladder like large group photos.

Surprisingly sturdy for what it is. Performs great, is very stable. Great value for the money! Not the easiest thing to use safely but any healthy adult can do it with a little practice and experience.

This tripod is a beast. I got this to be able to take time lapses from a higher perspective than a normal tripod provides, and longer than a drone battery will last. This tripod is heavy duty and just plain heavy. It is made of thick, durable metal and the parts are all very well made, including the carrying case.I'm not that strong and it takes almost everything I have to lug it around and set it up, but once done, it is not going anywhere. It is spring loaded, so the sections will not crash down on one another while taking it apart which is a huge plus. It comes with 3 ropes and carabiners to attach to the metal ring at the top and anchor to the ground, which I definitely recommend; you never know if wind or a random event will occur and knock it over.Once your camera is set up, it's up there, so you will probably want a wireless remote control to fire it, or perhaps wifi/bluetooth to your phone or tablet so you can see the image.At the time of this review it was priced at $400 with a $60 coupon, making it a good deal. If you need a tall tripod, this is a good one to have.

I will be using this for my 2 way radio hobby and emergency response volunteer work. Instead of holding a camera, I'll mount an appropriate radio antenna to this bad boy and raise it alllllllll the way up on mobile exercises and get togethers. It is very sturdy and very tall and we could definitely use more of this around here. My photography oriented daughter will be envious. How you raise it is this. You attach what you are going to at the top...the tripod over on its side if need be. Then once the stuff is attached that you want there, then you start at the top and raise the sections working your way down until there is no more sections to be raised. Taking it down you go in reverse.

With the stories of a building being on-average 14' high, this light stand is almost as high as two stories with its 24' height. It's the tallest stand I've ever seen or used.This stand is not flimsy. It's strong and heavy duty and is built to professional standards. There are springs inside each of the six sections which are designed to absorb any shock if one of the sections was to come loose and inadvertently fall to the section below.The three large-diameter guy wires that attach to a plate at the top of the stand are very helpful at stabilizing the stand and minimizing any swaying 24' off the ground.Because it stands over 5½' tall with its base expanded and the columns collapsed, you'll need a small step ladder or stool to be able to comfortably extend each of the sections.This a professional stand and you can feel confident using it. Other very tall stands I've acquired recently have all been less sturdy than this one.

Easy two person setup and very sturdy. Could handle moderate winds without issue. Highly recommend.