Manfrotto has announced the availability of the 290 Carbon Fibre Tripod Series. Designed for intermediate-level amateur photographers, these lightweight tripods feature optimized fibre angles to offer consistent advantages of torsion/flexion rigidity and stability compared to aluminum tubing. Priced at £79.95 ($123) upwards, the Manfrotto 290 Carbon Fibre Tripod Series consists of a legs-only tripod, a monopod and a collection of ready-to-use complete tripod + head kits. [ePhotoZine]
