SIRUI ST-124+VA-5 Carbon Fiber Tripod with Fluid Video Head - 62.2 Inch Professional Camera Tripod with Triangular Center Column, 4-Section Waterproof Design, 6.61lbs Load Capacity for DSLR, Mirrorless Cameras - Perfect for Travel, Outdoor Photography & Video Shooting

I have only taken this tripod out in the field a few times, but it has performed really well so far. The leg locks are not as smooth or quick as a Slik tripod (you have to twist twice as much to loosen and tighten), but they seem solid so far. The legs on this tripod are much sturdier and a little taller than my Slik CF-634, which is the biggest plus so far. I love the compact design of the legs as well, it fits it the side pocket of my Exo pack annd straps down easily. The center column is sometimes a little finicky to tighten down, it seems to require a little extra tightening to keep from wobbling while glassing.The new VA-5 head design is taking some getting used to. I have had the original VA-5 head for 6-7 years now and still love it. This new design has a few nice qualities to it, but the side drop-in plate access throws me off every time. The lock levers and knobs also seem unnecessarily big. Still a great, smooth head for most optics, but I’m a little happier with the old version. To be fair though, I may still just be resistant to the changes.Overall, great purchase at the sub 180 dollar price point and I will highly recommend to all of my buddies.