Paul C. Buff TS13AC is IN!
UPS dropped off yet another new toy today – a PCB TS13AC 13-foot Air-cushioned Stand. I picked this up specifically for my X1600 before I decided to return it, but no matter, because it will be used with the Einstein (whenever that arrives).
PCB advertises this stand as 7 lbs, but, either I’ve gotten significantly stronger or it is < 7 lbs. For what it's worth, the shipping weight was listed at 5.5 lbs - but that isn't always accurate. I wish I had a scale around here to check the weight for myself. But the important thing to take away from this is that it's lightweight, making it portable and great for on-location work. Collapsed length is 42.25" with working heights of 42.5" to 13'. The advertised footprint diameter is 44", but I measured the radius at 26", making the diameter a substantial 52". This is ideal for stability when used with studio strobes and large modifiers.
Here are a couple quick snapshots comparing the footprints of the TS13AC to the Impact 8'. It's heard to fully appreciate the footprint of the TS13AC in these pictures.
How do you find so much to say about stands?
Haha, because quality stands are important! I used to think that all tripods and stands were equal until my $50 Best Buy tripod tipped over with my Rebel XT on it. It’s important to invest in quality stands that will provide the stability you need. Why chance hundreds, or even thousands, of dollars on cheap support? I plan to hold a $500 light and $100+ modifiers on this stand – there’s no way I’d trust all that on the cheaper Impact 8′ stands I have for my smaller hot shoe flashes.