Tripods
A100
The A100 with a crown size of six inches / 15.24 cm is for professional video cameras, 8 x 10 and larger format cameras up to 25 pounds / 11.34Kg. Ries A Series Tripods feature the Tri-Lock mechanism making them the most stable tripod in the industry. They are made standard from hard rock maple or custom made from one of our Special wood selections. The A100 can be lowered to 12 inches / 30.5 cm with maximum leg spread, and is available with 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 mounting screws. The A100 weighs 13 pounds / 6.2 KG and folds to 40 inches/ 101.6cm in length. Maximum height is 62 inches / 152cm. The A Series Head is recommended for use with this tripod. Maximum camera weight is 25 lbs, not including the weight of the head if an A250 head is used. If you prefer a tripod at a different height, please call and we can customize a tripod for you, up to an additional 12 inches / 30.48 cm, for an additional charge.
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A100-2
The A100-2 with a crown size of six inches / 15.24 cm is for 8 x 10 and larger format cameras and professional video cameras up to 60 pounds / 27 KG. Ries A Series Tripods feature the Tri-Lock mechanism making them the most stable tripod in the industry. They are made standard from hard rock maple or custom made from one of our Special wood selections. The A100-2 can be lowered to 12 inches / 30.5 CM with maximum leg spread, and is available with 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 mounting screws. The A100-2 folds to 40 inches / 101.6cm in length. Maximum height is 62 inches / 152cm. The A250-2 Head is recommended for use with this tripod. At just 15 pounds/ 6.8 KG the A250-2 has the strongest ratio on the market. Maximum camera weight is 66 pounds / 30 KG, not including the weight of the head if the A 250-2 head is used. If you prefer a tripod at a different height, please call and we can customize a tripod for you, up to an additional 12 inches / 30.48 cm, for an additional charge.
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J100
The J100 is our most popular tripod we make because of its wide range of formats and at just 8 pounds / 3.6 KG it is extremely portable. The J100 with a crown size of 4.25inches / 10.8 cm is for professional DSLR, medium format, large format 4X5 to 5X7 cameras and professional video cameras up to 16 pounds / 7.3 Kg. Ries J Series Tripods feature the Tri-Lock mechanism making them the most stable tripod in the industry. They are made standard from hard rock maple or custom made from one of our Special wood selections. The J100 can be lowered to 12 inches / 30.5 cm with maximum leg spread, and is available with 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 mounting screws. The J100 folds to 35 inches/ 89 cm in length. Maximum height is 59 inches / 149cm. The J Series Head is recommended for use with this tripod. Maximum camera weight is 16 pounds / 7.3 kg, not including the weight of the head if a J200 or J250 head is used. If you are looking for a 2 inch / 5.1cm crown size see the H100. If you prefer a tripod at a different height, please call and we can customize a tripod for you, up to an additional 12 inches/30.48 cm, for an additional charge.
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J100-2
The J100-2 is the heavier duty version of the J100. Perfect because of its wide range of formats and at just 11 pounds / 5 KG it is extremely portable. The J100-2 with a crown size of 4.25inches / 10.8 cm is for professional DSLR, medium format, large format 4X5 to 5X7, lighter 8X10 cameras and professional video cameras up to 25 pounds / 11.3 Kg. Ries J Series Tripods feature the Tri-Lock mechanism making them the most stable tripod in the industry. They are made standard from hard rock maple or custom made from one of our Special wood selections. The J100-2 can be lowered to 12 inches / 30.5 cm with maximum leg spread, and is available with 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 mounting screws. The J100-2 folds to 40 inches / 101.6cm in length. Maximum height is 62 inches / 152cm. The J Series Head is recommended for use with this tripod. Maximum camera weight is 25 pounds/11.3 kg, not including the weight of the head if a J200 or J250 head is used. If you prefer a tripod at a different height, please call and we can customize a tripod for you, up to an additional 12 inches/30.48 cm, for an additional charge.
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J600
The J600 is designed for the photographer on the go. It can be broken down to a length of 21 inches / 53.34 cm and fits into a custom designed cordura bag that will work perfectly with your backpack. It weighs just 8 pounds / 3.6 KG and has a crown size of 4.25inches / 10.8 cm. The J600 works for professional DSLR, medium format, large format 4X5 to 5X7 cameras and professional video cameras up to 16 pounds / 7.3 Kg. Ries J Series Tripods feature the Tri-Lock mechanism making them the most stable tripod in the industry. They are made standard from hard rock maple or custom made from one of our Special wood selections. The J600 can be lowered to 12 inches/ 30.5 cm with maximum leg spread, and is available with 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 mounting screws. Maximum height is 59 inches / 149cm. The J Series Head is recommended for use with this tripod. Maximum camera weight is 16 pounds / 7.3 kg, not including the weight of the head if a J200 or J250 head is used. If you are looking for a 2 inch / 5.1cm crown size see the H-600. If you prefer a tripod at a different height, please call and we can customize a tripod for you, up to an additional 12 inches / 30.48 cm, for an additional charge.
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H100
The H100 is our second most popular tripod we make because of its wide range of formats and at just 8 pounds / 3.6 KG it is extremely portable. It is the same specifications as the J100 except the crown size is 2 inches / 5.1 cm, the industry standard base size for most DSLR heads. The H100 with a crown size of 2 inches / 5.1 cm is for professional DSLR, medium format, and professional video cameras up to 16 pounds / 7.3 Kg. Ries H Series Tripods feature the Tri-Lock mechanism making them the most stable tripod in the industry. They are made standard from hard rock maple or custom made from one of our Special wood selections. The H100 can be lowered to 12 inches / 30.5 cm with maximum leg spread, and is available with 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 mounting screws. The H100 folds to 35 inches / 89 cm in length. Maximum height is 59 inches / 149cm. Maximum camera weight is 16 pounds / 7.3 kg, not including the weight of the head if a 2 inch / 5.1cm head is used. If you are looking for a 4.25 inches / 10.8 cm crown size see the J100. If you prefer a tripod at a different height, please call and we can customize a tripod for you, up to an additional 12 inches/30.48 cm, for an additional charge.
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H100-2
The H100-2 is the heavier duty version of the H100. Perfect because of its wide range of formats and at just 11 pounds / 5 KG it is extremely portable. It is the same specifications as the J100-2 except the crown size is 2 inches / 5.1 cm, the industry standard base size for most DSLR heads. The H100-2 with a crown size of 2 inches / 5.1 cm is for professional DSLR, medium format, and professional video cameras up to 25 pounds / 11.3 Kg. Ries H Series Tripods feature the Tri-Lock mechanism making them the most stable tripod in the industry. They are made standard from hard rock maple or custom made from one of our Special wood selections. The H100-2 can be lowered to 12 inches / 30.5 cm with maximum leg spread, and is available with 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 mounting screws. The H100-2 folds to 40 inches / 101.6cm in length. Maximum height is 62 inches / 152cm. Maximum camera weight is 25 pounds / 11.3 kg, not including the weight of the head if a 2 inch / 5.1cm head is used. If you prefer a tripod at a different height, please call and we can customize a tripod for you, up to an additional 12 inches/30.48 cm, for an additional charge.
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H600
The H600 is designed for the photographer on the go. It can be broken down to a length of 21 inches / 53.34 cm and fits into a custom designed cordura bag that will work perfectly with your backpack. It weighs just 7 pounds / 3.2 KG and has a crown size of 2 inches / 5.1 cm. The H600 works for professional DSLR, medium format, and professional video cameras up to 16 pounds / 7.3 Kg. Ries H Series Tripods feature the Tri-Lock mechanism making them the most stable tripod in the industry. They are made standard from hard rock maple or custom made from one of our Special wood selections. The H600 can be lowered to 12 inches / 30.5 cm with maximum leg spread, and is available with 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 mounting screws. Maximum height is 59 inches / 149cm. Maximum camera weight is 16 pounds / 7.3 kg, not including the weight of the head. If you are looking for a 4.5 inch /11.43cm crown size see the J600. If you prefer a tripod at a different height, please call and we can customize a tripod for you, up to an additional 12 inches / 30.48 cm, for an additional charge.
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C100
The C100 is only going to be available for a limited time. It is designed as an economical alternative for the beginning photographer who wants the qualities and beauty of wood. It can handle a wide range of formats and at just 6 pounds / 2.72 KG it is extremely portable. The C100 with a crown size of 4 inches / 10.16 cm is for professional DSLR, medium format, large format 4X5 to 5X7 cameras up to 16 pounds / 7.3 Kg. Ries C Series Tripods use the older style leg locking system. They are made standard from hard rock maple. The C100 can be lowered to 12 inches / 30.5 cm with maximum leg spread, and is available with 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 mounting screws. The C100 folds to 35 inches/ 89 cm in length. Maximum height is 59 inches / 149cm. The J Series Head is recommended for use with this tripod. Maximum camera weight is 16 pounds / 7.3 kg, not including the weight of the head if a J200 or J250 head is used. If you are looking for a 2 inch / 5.1cm crown size see the H100.
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