It seems like it would make a very compact, light weight but incredibly sturdy travel tripod for a pretty incredible price. I have several Manfrotto tripods including a nice set of 055 3 segment carbon fiber legs. The Innorel seems like it would be lighter, more compact, higher weight rating and considerably sturdier with no center column. I would dearly love to own a Gitzo but budgets right now don't allow for it. Therefore, if anyone is thinking about a high quality, full size carbon fiber tripod that is also good value, I would highly recommend considering the RT85C. It would also be a worthy 2nd tripod for people too. I'm really impressed! I did a lot of searching and reading on the Innorel tripods, there just isn't much written on them. I kind of have formed the opinion that they might be kind of like the Godox of tripods. (Flashes competing with the OEM flashes but at a much better price and considerably more features). Everything I have read points to Manfrotto or Gitzo quality at a MUCH lower price. The legs are carbon fibre, reducing the weight to less than 3kg and, with the leg sections measuring 40mm at the top and 29mm at the bottom, there is excellent stability. The rubber feet are screw on types and can be replaced with the included metal spikes. These fit well and work great so far.

TFB Review: Innorel RT90C Carbon Fiber Tripod with Really

This reminds me of an older thread from June 2019, where the OP Jorginho bought this Innorel 80 tripod. Maybe you can find something helpful in his thread: https://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/62808125 The number of leg sections is identical and the size when folded is not significantly different. Neither is there a significant difference in weight between the Gitzo and the Innorel. The lower weight of the 3 Legged Thing being accounted for by the diameter of the legs – again the play-off between weight and stability. ConclusionTable comparing tripods of similar type using manufacturers information (* prices available online at time of writing) Cost and Major Differences

INNOREL RT90CM Systematic Tripod 63in/160cm Professional INNOREL RT90CM Systematic Tripod 63in/160cm Professional

The response from Innorel was fast, professional and they took the time to break down some of the pros of the RT85C vs another model they sell themselves which was more expensive. I liked that honesty.

The centre column has a notch so it won't rotate which is a surprisingly annoying issue I have had with other tripods. There was a shard of carbon fiber on the centre column which did give me a small splinter when I first extended it but it must have been a one off issue as I could find no other sharp points anywhere on the tripod - the finish is excellent.

Carbon Fiber Tripod-INNOREL KT284C Super Professional

The Innorel RT90C has a flat plate top, which is consistent with top range tripods from other manufacturers. This configuration provides excellent stability and the flat plate can be swapped out with the supplied bowl and levelling base (included) or the centre column (optional extra). Innorel RT90C Legs The Innorel tripods are Made in China. I know some people will have issues with that, the decision is yours. The ball head from Really Right Stuff is Made in the USA. I think it’s interesting to combine these two solutions and see where it leads to. High-end meets low-end. XILETU L334C+J2 Professional Luxury Carbon Fiber Tripod Kit with 33mm Max Diameter Tube/ 20kg Load Capacity/Height up to 185CM Well, I didn't explain my needs very well. I have a Manfrotto 055 carbon fiber tripod which is sturdy enough for all my needs but it is too big and cumbersome to take on a hike, although not necessarily all that heavy. I have other tripods that are even bigger and heavier and sturdier which are great for portrait shoots, events etc. I also have a "Manfrotto - Compact Action Smart 61" Tripod" that is great for carrying around BUT way too flimsy even for my light weight gear! I am looking for something the size and weight of the Manfrotto Compact action but sturdy like the 055. I'm interested in your opinion regarding the 80c. Did you get the leveling base? I might get it for my gimbal and birding shoots. I'll wait for 11/11 to get it supposedly the most cheap.The feet attached to the Innorel RT90C on delivery are rubber, and 2.5cm spikes are included. The feet are attached by a ⅜” screw and there are many tripod feet of that fitting on the market. Mounting a Head The bowl diameter of only 58 or 60mm looks a bit unusual; I think what you find much more often are bowl diameters of 75 and 100mm. Below: Top-to-bottom: Pulsar Trail 2 LRF XP50 on a Ruger Precision Rifle. The rest you know. Planet Mars. In the end I plumbed for the RT-80c Its lighter and taller (160cn without head) with no centre column but as I rarely us the centre column not gonna miss it. Not tested full yet but is is really tall! The centre column on the RT85C is removable so you can choose how you want to use it. I had to ask them about this to receive the instructions and they don't seem to advertise it anywhere but I'm glad I went for this version now for sure as I can choose what I want.