Quality for less - Athlon Optics Midas CF32 32mm Tube Carbon Fiber Tripod

I wanted the competitor tripod, but I couldn't bring myself to spend the extra $440.This tripod looks and feels solid. With legs extended enough to bring the top of the tripod to 4 feet high, I let my 50lbs son stand on it while I balanced him. I did not notice any flex and it held firm. I bought the Kopfjager Reaper Grip. It mounts directly to the leveling head. Although the reaper grip states in its description that it is not arca-swiss compatible, it did work with the arca-swiss mount on the ball head. The primary purpose for this purchase is teaching my son how to shoot. The tripod excelled at this task. Using the ball head it steadied his aim, supported the weight of the rifle, and assisted keeping the muzzle pointed down range. I couldn't be happier with the purchase and money saved over the competitor.