I have a small carbon fiber tripod that I like to take on most trips, but I wanted it for use around the house, around town, and for mountain trips. There are several features that I love about this tripod and that makes it unique even though I already own two other tripods. First of all, I'm 6'5 so I love that this tripod can be taken out way beyond my height. I even plan to use it for single shots from above as I can trigger my shutter with an app (I normally use a Sony A7RIII..a Canon 5D Mark III is pictured). Second, the monopod function is awesome. You just unscrew one leg and where the post with the head attaches and you screw them together. I I wanted a monopod that could hold some weight and this meets that need. Third, and the main reason I wanted it, is that it can be used for aerial shots (my attached photo has a quick example of how it works...sorry for the old iPhone photo quality). I review tech gear on occasion for Youtube and it allows my iPhone or Canon to be used for aerial shots, while I use the Sony for front end video on one of my less efficient tripods. I guess the only thing I don't know now is how well it will hold up, but I'll update if I have any issues. I also want to note that my girlfriend liked the look of this one. I guess the orange parts of the tripod look attractive compared to the typical all black styles of my other tripods. All in all, it meets so many needs for my normal home use that my travel tripod can usually stay in the case.