The SkyWatcher Star Adventurer Tripod is an excellent base support for astronomical telescopes, especially if you're using an equatorial or tracking mount. Made of aluminum with 2-section legs, it can extend from 25.0" to 44.75", with a base footprint of 23.0" (when the legs are ...The SkyWatcher Star Adventurer Tripod is an excellent base support for astronomical telescopes, especially if you're using an equatorial or tracking mount. Made of aluminum with 2-section legs, it can extend from 25.0" to 44.75", with a base footprint of 23.0" (when the legs are retracted) to 36.0" (extended).
A 3/8"-16 screw on the top will accommodate most tripod heads and mounts. The Star Adventurer Tripod has a spreading brace that includes a removable accessory tray that can hold filters or additional eyepieces. The tripod weighs 4 lbs.