The FGP18A SystemGo Plus Travel tripod series is the first to offer the compactness of a travel tripod with a versatile center column. The tripod is constructed from aluminum tubing with machined aluminum and magnesium alloy components. The tripod combines reverse folding legs that wrap around the center column providing a more compact unit for transportation, while it also has a versatile center column that can be removed from its conventional vertical position and can be swung through a 180 degree arc and locked into place at any point, which when combined with the three-position leg angle settings makes this tripod perfect for low-level macro photography. Other features include a built-in monopod, easy to use twist leg locks, standard screw-in rubber & stainless spiked feet and a high quality padded tripod carry case.