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Gitzo re-invents the aluminium tripod - Gitzo have revisited from Redesigned from the ground up, Gitzo have integrated advanced materials and production techniques to develop two amazing new aluminium tripods.

Posted: 1st May 2007
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Key to the design is the top casting, made from a brand new material called Soulid 238, a technical compound that’s 30% lighter than magnesium, but just as strong, and with great vibration dampening properties.

The new casting is coupled with a Basalt fibre centre column, a material 20% lighter than aluminium, for extra weight reduction and to further improve stabilisation and performance.

Even the leg warmers been touched by technology. Now incredibly light and soft to touch, the injection moulded silicone is more durable than foam, and its ergonomic shape maximises grip and carrying comfort.

 

Available in May, the aluminium tripods will be available in two guises. The GT2330 will offer 3-section legs, and a maximum working height of 164cm. Capable of supporting up to 9kg of kit, it weighs just 1.78kg itself. The GT2340L offers for leg sections, and an eye-level maximum working height of 182cm. Like it’s stable mate, it will support 9kg of gear, and weighs in at just 1.91kg.

 

Guide prices for the new models are £229 for the GT2330, and £289 for the GT2340L, making Gitzo quality and professional performance accessible to a wider audience than ever before. For more information please visit the Gitzo website.

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Britman
1 May 2007 - 4:57 PM

A space age Tripod. But for £229 I don't think I'll buy one.

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3 May 2007 - 8:01 AM

Well, it's one good tripod I have used since 1980's and today it weight so much less and I would want to get one soon.
Thump's up to Gitzo. And I presume it's still made in France or I heard it's part of Manfrotto set-up.
Anyone can enlighten me on this??
Thanks

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