The Vortex Mountain Pass Tripod delivers professional-grade support in a featherlight package, giving mountain hunters and long-range shooters rock-solid stability without the weight penalty. This carbon fiber masterpiece combines alpine-tough construction with buttery-smooth panning for crystal-clear glassingin the most remote locations.
5 Reasons Backcountry Pros Choose This Tripod:
🏔️ Carbon Fiber Construction – 30% lighter than aluminum
🏔️ Fluid Video Head – Silky 360° panning for tracking game
🏔️ 3-Layer Leg Locks – Secure positioning in high winds
🏔️ Reversible Center Column – Ground-level shooting capability
🏔️ Quick-Detach Plate – Instant optics mounting
Built For:
✔ Sheep hunters needing ultralight gear
✔ Long-range shooters demanding stability
✔ Wildlife photographers hiking miles
✔ Anyone who counts every ounce
Mountain-Proven Performance:
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Supports 12 lbs of gear (spotting scopes/binoculars)
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Extends from 15″ to 60″ for versatile positioning
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Weighs just 2.9 lbs – lighter than most water bottles
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Rubber/spike feet for all-terrain grip
Mountain Pass vs. Competitors:
Feature | Vortex MP | Standard Tripod |
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Weight | 2.9 lbs | 4.5+ lbs |
Load Capacity | 12 lbs | 8-10 lbs |
Leg Sections | 3-layer locks | Basic clamps |
Packability | 15″ collapsed | 20″+ |
At EliteArcher, we’ve tested this tripod on 14,000′ peaks – it’s the perfect balance of weight and stability.
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