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Vortex, recently announced the release of a new line of tripods for shooters and outdoor enthusiasts. The new tripods have several different price points to meet the various needs and budgets. Vortex has five tripod offerings in this new line, the first 3 are your budget-friendly options. These tripods all share the same max weight load of 22 lbs but, vary in their own weight from 2.5-4 lbs. The two higher tier tripods have a max payload of 44 and 55 lbs, respectively. While only weighing slightly more then the budget-friendly models on their own.

The new line of Vortex tripod gives you plenty of options as a shooter or outdoor enthusiast to find what is right for you. The tripods vary in price from $300-$1,200, depending on which model you choose.

Below will be product description and specs for the new lineup of Vortex tripods.

The Vortex High Country

The High Country™ II lets you take the high ground with you, offering the ideal combination of stability and packability.

Head Style 2-Way Pan
Weight 4.0 pounds
Max Load 22 pounds
Min Height 11.3 inches
Max Height 62.5 inches
Folded Dimensions 24.3 x 4.0 inches
Leg Material Aluminum
Leg Sections 3
Leg Angles 3 (70, 49, or 25 degrees)
Leg Locks Flip Lever
Head Mount Arca-Swiss
MSRP $299.99

Vortex Summit Carbon II

When every ounce in your pack out counts, count on Summit™ Carbon II to keep you moving without sacrificing stability.

Head Style 2-Way Pan
Weight 2.5 pounds
Max Load 22 pounds
Min Height 6.3 inches
Max Height 53.3 inches
Folded Dimensions 18.1 x 3.0 inches
Leg Material Carbon Fiber
Leg Sections 4
Leg Angles 3 (80, 52, or 24 degrees)
Leg Locks 1/4 Turn
Head Mount Arca-Swiss
MSRP $549.99

Vortex Ridgeview Carbon

For higher performance at higher heights, and features to get low when you need it, Ridgeview™ Carbon is designed to set a new standard in stability.

Head Style 2-Way Pan
Weight 3.0 pounds
Height 8.3-73.8 inches
Max Load 22 pounds
Min Height 8.3 inches
Max Height 73.8 inches
Folded Dimensions 29.0 x 3.2 inches
Leg Material Carbon Fiber
Leg Sections 3
Leg Angles 3 (80, 52, or 24 degrees)
Leg Locks 1/4 Turn
Head Mount Arca-Swiss
MSRP $649.99

Vortex Radian Carbon Tripod + Leveling Head

Build on a solid foundation with +/- 15 degrees of leveling capability and the tools to quickly and accurately find and hold your angle with total confidence.
Head Style Leveling
Weight 6.1 pounds
Max Load 44 pounds
Min Height 7.8 inches
Max Height 64.3 inches
Folded Dimensions 25.5 x 6.0 inches
Leg Material Carbon Fiber
Leg Sections 4
Leg Angles 3
Leg Locks Twist
Head Mount Arca-Swiss
MSRP $1,099.99

Vortex Radian Carbon Fiber Tripod + Ball Head

The Radian™ Carbon Ball Head gets the most out of your Radian™ Carbon Tripod with independent pan and tension control, and a robust ball head to support heavy optics and rifles.
Head Style Ball
Weight 7.3 pounds
Max Load 55 pounds
Min Height 8.3 inches
Max Height 67.3 inches
Folded Dimensions 28.0 x 6.0
Leg Material Carbon Fiber
Leg Sections 4
Leg Angles 3 (85, 55, or 25 degrees)
Leg Locks Twist
Head Mount Arca-Swiss
MSRP $1,199.99

What do you think of the new tripods from Vortex? Do you think they come in at a fair price? Let us know in the comments below.

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