When these first arrived I almost turned them round, not liking what I found inside the packaging. But having invested a little time and patience I now use them a lot and have the tripod permanently ready for use. Even taking the middle stem out and using that as a camera steadier isn't too bad. Yes there is a carry handle on the side, plus a loop handle for your wrist nad the whole lot folds down inside the carry bag that comesa as part of the kit. The camera table is adjustable and steady even when being used with a 10" pad hanging from it at an angle. All good... exceptWhy do manufacturers insist on giving virtually no instructions or picture instructions that take some decyphering.When used as a walking aid, the the locking system on the centre leg has a habit of collapsing and there is nowhere to put your hand on the top without the thread sticking into your palm. Some kind of cover would have helped.My other problem is being left handed and using a view finder dslr camera, the handle to adjust the table angle sticks into my throat.However Kand F do a range of accessories that I am going to look into and see if there is anything that will solve this problem.All in all I am pleased with this product and happy that I bought it. it has given me a sability I didn't have before and I would recommend it.