Series 2. 6X Explorer 4 Section G-Lock

Product's info...

The Explorer is another of our tripods for special applications; a versatile support that opens up new shooting perspectives. Thanks to it's unconventional design, the legs can be set at any angle and moved independently while the center column tilts and rotates freely to any position. The Explorer unleashes its potential when used with a Gitzo off-center ball head, a combination that makes it the ideal tripod for creative photographers, looking for unconventional shots: close to ground, upside down or in tight or awkward spaces. Ideal applications are outdoor macro and nature photography, still life and architectural.

Intended use:

The best choice for DSLR or for lightweight camcorders. Recommended for 200mm lens, up to 300mm maximum. Series 2 offers an excellent maximum load capacity and very good torsional rigidity. Weight and size are still convenient for travelling or trekking. Available in 3- and 4-section models at standard and compact heights. Series 2 is the ideal solution for photographers that are looking for a solid and yet lightweight tripod.

Main advantages:

6X carbon fibre Explorer tripods feature G-Lock, our leg locking system that increases system rigidity by 20% and allows quicker and stronger leg locking. They also come with a new solid machined aluminium upper disc coupled with an innovative Safe Lock material that cuts vibration and improves grip between tripod and head. Explorers tripods are the ideal tool for photography students that want to explore new and original shooting perspectives. The 6X eg tubes feature Anti Leg Rotation for a quick set up and a precise length adjustment in any condition and position. It is recommended for a wide variety of photography styles and applications, including reproduction, macro, still life, architectural, advertising, original bottom up shoots and to be used in small and inaccessible places. The new Carbon fibre 6X Explorer tripods also come with a convenient anti-dust bag for storage and packing.

Technical Details:

Material	: Carbon fibre
Tripod Legs: Maximum Height	: 53.1 in Maximum Height with extended center column: 64.6 in
Tripod Legs: Minimum Height	: 1.2 in
Tripod Legs: Closed Length	: 22.4 in
Tripod Legs: Load Capacity	: 26.5 lbs
Tripod Legs: Weight	: 4.1 lbs
Tripod Legs: Sections	: 4
Column Type	: Rapid
Foot Type:	: Removable Rubber Leg Tip

Features:

DOUBLE QUICK RELEASE SAFETY SYSTEM:	The system consists of two pins, one fixed and one manually operated by means of a button, that prevent camera equipment from suddenly dropping out of the head when the quick release locking knob is released. Extremely useful with heavy equipment, long lenses and spotting scopes.
SEPARATE FRICTION CONTROL:	By fine tuning the freedom of movement of the head, friction control makes the head slower and more precise or faster and looser. This feature also helps to make using heavy equipment or long lenses safer. On ball and fluid head models without separate friction controls, slowly adjusting the lock knobs gives similar results.
G-LOCKG:	Lock is the new Gitzo leg locking system. The locking mechanism has been completely redesigned in order to achieve a 20% increase in rigidity, faster operation and stronger, safer locking. G-Lock’s special design also provides a “gravity lock” effect: the higher the load applied vertically to the leg, the stronger the lock.
GROUND LEVEL SET:	This new feature allows you to remove the center column to save weight and get the camera closer to the ground. Uses existing components: the upper disc with reversible 1/4 - 3/8 bolt and the column hook assembly: Remove column and fix the disk directly to the upper casting using the column hook. No tools needed.
HOOK:	This built-in accessory allows you to hang a stabilizingweight (e.g. a full camera bag or a sand/water bag) fromthe bottom of the tripod center column. Useful with longheavy lenses, on uneven ground or in windy conditions.
LEG ENDS:	All tripods and monopods in Series 1 and above are provided with removable rubber feet. This feature allows you to easily change worn out rubber feet or to fit other accessories, such as spiked feet or snow/sand shoes. (4 sections tripods in Series 1 are excluded because the final leg section is too narrow to fit these ends).
LEVELLING BUBBLE:	The levelling bubble helps you to get your photographs, film or scope viewing perfectly horizontal or vertical. Gitzo’s production staff set all levelling bubbles by hand in order to ensure 100% accurate level indication.
RAPID COLUMN:	The center column locking collar above the tripod shoulder makes it easier to adjust the column quickly. Series 1 and above are built with an anti-rotation grooved center column for improved stability.
REVERSIBLE COLUMN:	The rapid column can easily be inverted for an alternative shooting angle or low level macro work.
REVERSIBLE HANDLES:	Handles can removed and repositioned or rotated in different positions. This feature greatly increases a head’s versatility and is particularly appreciated by left handed users.
SAFE GRIP:	Safe Grip is a material that gives a safer lock between your camera and the head plate, preventing the camera from moving or slipping. It is used on quick release plates and in applications where the camera equipment is screwed to the support to reduce pivoting and twisting.
SAFE LOCK:	Safe Lock is a special techno polymer that maximises locking torque and equipment stabilisation. It is used on the upper discs of tripods and heads, and in applications where the equipment is rotated and screwed onto the support to eliminate micro movements and vibration.
SEPARATE PAN CONTROL:	When using a ball head, the ability to lock and unlock the panoramic movement independent of front-back or lateral tilt movements is convenient for panoramic photography and when a high level of control is required.
FRICTION CONTROL:	By fine tuning the freedom of movement of the head, friction control makes the head slower and more precise or faster and looser. This feature also helps to make using heavy equipment or long lenses safer. On ball and fluid head models without separate friction controls, slowly adjusting the lock knobs gives similar results.