From open prairie to rolling foothills, the Mountain Pass™ is the perfect compact tripod for your next adventure.
Purpose-built to help anyone make the most of their glassing game. Mountain Pass™ strikes a balance of packability, sturdiness, and value. Strong, machined-aluminum design won’t struggle under the weight of larger binoculars and spotting scopes. Durable, telescoping legs adjust independently and lock with a quick flip of a lever.
When the view changes quickly, you need a tripod that can keep up. Mountain Pass™ delivers intuitive controls and full range of motion thanks to a two way, pan-and-tilt head that securely holds your optic via an Arca-Swiss compatible quick-release system. All together it’s a total tripod package with smooth, steady, and reliable operation that won’t let you down.
| Manufacturer | Vortex Optics |
|---|---|
| Head Style | 2-Way Pan |
| Max Load | 22 pounds |
| Min Height | 9 inches |
| Max Height | 56 inches |
| Folded Dimensions (HxW) | 19.0 x 4.0 inches |
| Leg Material | Aluminum |
| Leg Sections | 4 |
| Leg Angles | 3 |
| Leg Locks | 3-Angle Leg Pivot Locks - Position each leg individually for multiple heights and easy, secure set up |
| Head Mount | Arca-Swiss, Compatability across a broad range of mounting options |
| Weight | 3.1 pounds |
| Product Manual (PDF) | Download |


| 22 lbs. Max Load | Perfect for large binoculars and spotting scopes. |
| Aluminum Leg Construction | Excellent balance of packability and durability. |
| 2-Way Pan Head | Provides simple, intuitive controls and full range of motion. |
| Arca-Swiss Head Mount | Compatibility across a broad range of mounting options. |
| Four Leg Sections | Provide a wide range of height options. |
| 3-Angle Leg Pivot Locks | Position each leg individually for multiple heights and easy, secure set up. |
| Counterweight Hook | Holds extra weight on the bottom of the center column for greater stability in windy conditions. |
| Flip Lever Leg Locks | Ensure a solid hold. |
| Rubber Feet | Provide solid footing on slick surfaces. |
| Manufacturer | Vortex Optics |
|---|---|
| Head Style | 2-Way Pan |
| Max Load | 22 pounds |
| Min Height | 9 inches |
| Max Height | 56 inches |
| Folded Dimensions (HxW) | 19.0 x 4.0 inches |
| Leg Material | Aluminum |
| Leg Sections | 4 |
| Leg Angles | 3 |
| Leg Locks | 3-Angle Leg Pivot Locks - Position each leg individually for multiple heights and easy, secure set up |
| Head Mount | Arca-Swiss, Compatability across a broad range of mounting options |
| Weight | 3.1 pounds |
| Product Manual (PDF) | https://weaponholder.com/media/manuals/Optics/Tripods/Kits/TR-MTP/VTX_M-00327-0_WEB.pdf |