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The Gitzo GT2531EX Explorer Tripod supports cameras up to 26.4 pounds and has a maximum height with extended center column of 66.9 inches. A great choice for Digital SLRs with lenses up to 300mm or lightweight camcorders. Series 2 Explorer tripods deliver excellent maximum load capacities and very good torsional rigidity. Convenient for traveling or trekking, Series 2 Explorer tripods are the ideal solution for photographers that are looking for a solid yet lightweight tripod.

The Explorer is another great Gitzo tripod designed for special applications: a versatile support to explore new shooting perspectives. Thanks to its 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. Explorer tripods in both Carbon 6X and Basalt feature G-Lock, Gitzo's leg locking system that increases system rigidity by 20% and allows quicker and stronger leg locking. All Explorers feature Gitzo's new Power Disc with two locking screws -- one for the column and one for the head -- granting a rock-solid connection of the whole system. This disc is made of solid machined aluminum with Gitzo's Safe Lock material that cuts vibration and improves grip between tripod and head. Removable rubber feet and column hook assembly have also been improved with a self-locking system that avoids accidental loss. Explorer tripods come with a convenient anti dust bag for storage and packing. The textile anti dust bag is friendly to the environment, helping to reduce the volume of plastic bags introduced into the world market.

Gitzo GT2531EX Explorer Series 2 Tripod Key Features

The Explorer is fitted with a column that can tilt from vertical to beyond horizontal, rotate 360° and lock safely at any intermediate angle.

3-Section Tripod With 66.9-inch Maximum Height (Center Column Extended)

Versatile Column Lock and Leg Angle Lock Systems

The key technical solutions devised for the Explorer are its free leg angle locking and its offset center column with free inclination and rotation lock. Combined with the features common to all Gitzo tripods, such as the stabilizing hook and invertible column, they'll help you discover new ways of using a tripod. The Explorer is fitted with a column that can tilt from vertical to beyond horizontal, rotate 360 degrees and lock safely at any intermediate angle. The Explorer's legs can be positioned independently at any angle from 0 degrees to 90 degrees.

Carbon Tube 6X Multilayer Technology

The GT2531EX is exceptionally rigid and resistant to torsion, but, thanks to the new Carbon 6X ALR tube, surprisingly light and fast to operate. Gitzo 6X is a high density tube made of top quality ultra thin (7µm) carbon fibers (a 28mm tube contains 1,500,000 carbon fibers). The fibers are combined in a unique structure of 6 crossed layers that minimizes weight yet maximizes rigidity, vibration absorption and performance. In order to optimize the weight-to-strength ratio, Gitzo varies the wall thickness of 6X tube according to tripod series: tubes for series 2 tripods are 1.2mm thick.

G-Lock

G-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. Unwanted play between lock parts has been eliminated so leg sections lock together as one to give the tripod a rock solid structure. G-Lock's special design also provides a 'gravity lock' effect: the higher the load applied vertically to the leg, the stronger the lock.

ALR (Anti Leg Rotation)

Gitzo's new Anti Leg Rotation system means the tripod can be opened in less than 15 seconds. Simply loosen all the twist locks on each leg at the same time, then pull the leg down and tighten the locks individually.

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.

Power Disc With Safe Lock

The redesigned upper disc is improved via Gitzo's new Power Disc technology. Made of machined aluminum topped with Safe Lock material, it includes two locking screws -- one for the column and one for the head -- granting a rock-solid connection of the whole system. Gitzo's Safe Lock material cuts vibration and also improves grip between tripod and head. The 1/4"-3/8" reversible screw has been redesigned for more reliable functionality.

Built-in Hook

This built-in accessory allows you to hang a stabilizing weight (e.g. a full camera bag or a sand/water bag) from the bottom of the tripod center column. Useful with long heavy lenses, uneven ground or in windy conditions. The column hook assembly has been improved with a self-locking system that avoids accidental loss.

Removable Rubber Feet

The Gitzo GT2531EX tripod is 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. The removable rubber feet have also been improved with a self-locking system that avoids accidental loss.

Gitzo GT2531EX Explorer Series 2 Tripod Specifications

Series

2

Column Type

rapid

Maximum Height With Extended Center Column

66.9 inches (170 cm)

Maximum Height

55.5 inches (141 cm)

Minimum Height

1.2 inches (3 cm)

Closed Length

25.2 inches (64 cm)

Leg Sections

3

Maximum Load Capacity

26.4 pounds (12 kg)

Weight

4.1 pounds (1.85 kg)

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