Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/07/21
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]George Lottermoser asked I recall reading a review of the Gitzo Carbon Fiber lightweight tripod which gave it very high marks, but added that in very cold temperatures it became quite brittle. From your experience would this seem accurate with these materials? George The Gitzo and Manfrotto tripods use the high tech solution ( so do golf club shafts and fishing rods) They are unlikely to become brittle at low temps, though I must say my experience is the high temp limits! cheers Frank