Product Details
ASCEND-14-BH SPECS
Max Height
59.9" (152 cm)
Max Height (w/o Column)
51.3" (130 cm)
Min Height
5.1" (13 cm)
Max Capacity
30 lb (14 kg)
Folded Length
18.6" (47 cm)
Folded Diameter
3.4" (8.6 cm)
Series
1
Leg Sections
4
Weight
3.19 lb (1.45 kg)
Head Mount
Integrated 22 mm Arca-compatible ball head
IS THE ASCEND-14-BH RIGHT FOR YOU?
- Best for: Travel, landscape, and backcountry shooting where low weight and small packed size matter.
- Choose it if: You want an all-in-one carbon fiber travel tripod with a built-in ball head.
- Carry profile: 3.19 lb (1.45 kg), 18.6" (47 cm) folded, 3.4" (8.6 cm) diameter.
- Height range: 59.9" (152 cm) max height, 51.3" (130 cm) without column, 5.1" (13 cm) minimum height.
- Capacity: Conservative 30 lb (14 kg) rating for telephoto kits, spotting scopes, or glassing optics.
- Interface: Integrated Arca-Swiss compatible ball head with 3/8"-16 base on the column for accessories.
- Made here: Designed, manufactured, and hand-assembled in the USA.
- Backed by: Premium build quality and support for serious travel and field work.
The RRS® Ascend-14-BH
Compact, integrated support for serious travel
The Ascend-14-BH is a Series 1 carbon fiber travel tripod with a built-in ball head, created for photographers and backcountry users who need reliable stability in a light, compact package that is easy to carry on remote trails, flights, and long days in the field.
ASCEND-14-BH FEATURES
- Premium carbon fiber legs help control vibration and reduce flex for sharp images and steady viewing.
- Integrated Arca-compatible ball head keeps the system compact and removes the need for a separate head.
- Short-throw twist locks on four leg sections enable fast deployment and secure lockup in the field.
- Triangular center column design keeps folded diameter slim while preserving rigidity.
- Reversible center column can be used for overhead or extreme low-angle compositions.
- Integrated bubble level, drop notch, and ballast hook support precise framing and stability.
- Weather-sealed o-rings and precision-machined hardware, built to withstand harsh conditions.
- Designed, manufactured, and hand-assembled in the USA for long-term durability and serviceability.
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WHAT'S IN THE BOX?
- 1 Ascend-14 Tripod (in selected size)
- 2x 5/32" hex keys (to adjust leg angle tension)
- 1x 3/32" hex key (to adjust the tension on the column lock)
- 1 QR-Code Reference Card for User Manual
