The SLIK LITE AL-420 has an integrated, removable LED flashlight in the center column. Use the flashlight to see inside your camera bag while shooting at night or remove it to light your path. Invert the legs 180° for more compact storage and transportation thanks to the new Rapid Flip Mechanisms. The AL-420 is perfect for air travel and backpacking. It is super lightweight, weighing 2.2lbs and built from Aircraft-grade aluminum. Fully retracted the AL-420 is less than 17 inches long making it easy to stow in a carry-on suitcase or backpack. The beauty of this tripod is that despite its compact size, it’s also a full sized tripod reaching over 60 inches when fully extended.