“The last travel tripod you’ll ever need” might seem like a very definitive statement, but let’s take a look at what Gitzo is talking about and exactly why is this tripod kit worth getting. On the first week of March, Italian tripod manufacturer Gitzo announced an all-new tripod and bag kit called the Gitzo Légende , and for the first time, the brand is making it available through crowdfunding. This may be an unusual move for such a big and established brand, but the details of the campaign would actually make purchasing it more sensible. Beyond Design and Manufacturing Part of the proceeds of this campaign funds conservation and photography education for children in Africa (Image from the campaign page) The Gitzo Légende campaign takes corporate social responsibility to a whole new level. Upon opening the tripod box, the new owner sees a note that informs them of a social change that they are helping make. For each purchase of the Légende tripod or tripod and bag kit, 5% of proceeds help fund the Wild Shots Outreach educational program that brings conservation and photography education to the children around Kruger National park that aims to open eco employment opportunities […]
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