The Mini Tripod with 1/4 20 lantern head mount provides a more compact tripod option and the ability to take your LightRanger lantern anywhere. At only 16.5" long (with lantern head attached*) and weighing as little as 20 ounces** the Mini Tripod is perfect for adventure motorcycle overlanding or vehicles where you just don't have much storage space. The mini tripod still extends your LightRanger lantern up 4.5 feet, so when used on tabletops or on the back of a tailgate, you still achieve an elevated light source for illuminating a large area. The Mini Tripod is also perfect for using your LightRanger lantern in tight work areas, as an everyday vehicle emergency light, for the sportsman or hobbyist tying flies, working on RC cars, or whenever you need the light source closer to you for detailed work. Operating Instructions: Loosen the circular locking nut at the top of the legs At the bottom of the tripod, pull 1 leg free from the other two legs (there is a snap feature to keep the legs together while stored) Push the middle pole up and extend the tripod legs to desired width and tighten the circular locking nut. Attach your LightRanger 800 or 1200 lantern head, and extend the telescoping pole to desired height. * Compacted length with LightRanger 800 or 1200 lumen lantern. ** Weight of tripod with LightRanger 800 lantern head