Manfrotto 695CX Carbon Fiber 5 Section Monopod with 234RC Swivel Head + 2 Replacement Quick Release Plates for the RC2 Rapid Connect Adapter Lightweight magnesium is used for die-cast parts Despite its lower weight, magnesium is more rigid than aluminum, and has the same strength per volume. Extremely compact with a minimum length of transportation Equipped with a rapid action extension locks, and a wrist strap The 234RC (3229) Allows Vertical Position Photographing with a Monopod