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Really Right Stuff (RRS), known for its premium camera support systems, has announced its most affordable carbon fiber tripod lineup yet. The Core Line includes two tripods to start, the Benchmark and the Benchmark Inverted, with RRS promising more in the future.
Both the Benchmark and Benchmark Inverted use the company’s in-house carbon fiber technology. RRS says the entire carbon manufacturing process is now done in its facilities in Lehi, Utah, from raw fiber selection to finished tubes. It says that bringing production in-house allowed for significantly reduced costs while maintaining its high quality standards, resulting in what RRS says is a 32% lower price than the most comparable RRS substitutes.
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| The Benchmark Inverted features an inverted leg design that aims to make leg adjustments faster. Image: Really Right Stuff |
The Benchmark Inverted is a three-section carbon fiber tripod with an inverted leg design, which allows users to extend or collapse the legs from the top without needing to reposition or bend down. It uses the company’s twist lock system (Tacti-Stop), which provides tactile feedback when they are loosened enough, preventing users from twisting the locks too far. Those locks are also weather-sealed.
The inverted model offers four leg angle selections (24, 44, 64 and 84 degrees), which is up from three on previous models, making it easier to level the tripod on uneven terrain. It features magnetic pull tabs that are easy to adjust, even when wearing gloves.
The tripod weighs 1.6 kg (3.6 lbs) and has a working load capacity of 40 lb. It offers a minimum height of 11.8 cm (4.6″) and a maximum height of 155.2 cm (61.1″), and measures 67.3 cm (26.5″) when folded down. While it has a similar weight to some travel options, its folded size means you probably won’t be able to fit it in a backpack, so you’ll need to consider how to attach it to your bag.
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| The Benchmark is the more traditional tripod without an inverted leg design. Image: Really Right Stuff |
The Benchmark is similar in most ways, though it features four-section legs instead of three, and doesn’t have the inverted design. It features the same Tacti-Stop twist locks with weather sealing, four leg angles to choose from and magnetic pull tabs for easy leg angle adjustments.
Those with heavier rigs or who want a bit more reach will benefit from the non-inverted Benchmark. It offers a 34 kg (75 lb) maximum capacity, a minimum height of 10.7 cm (4.2″) and tops out at 177 cm (69.7″). Of course, that comes with added bulk, too. It weighs 1.7 kg (3.8 lbs) and folds down to 60 cm (23.6″). Like the inverted model, the weight isn’t out of the question for hiking and travel, but it isn’t very compact when folded.
The Benchmark tripod starts at $945 without a head. It can also be bundled with RRS’s Anvil-30 ARC ballhead for $1290, or with the BH-40-LR-II ballhead for $1360. The Benchmark Inverted starts at $795 for the tripod, or can be bundled with the same ballheads for $1150 and $1215, respectively.
Press release
Really Right Stuff Introduces the Core Lin
Lehi, UT – May 12th, 2026 – Really Right Stuff, LLC (RRS) today announced the Core Line, an all-new series of carbon fiber tripods featuring the company’s latest in-house carbon fiber technology. Designed and manufactured entirely at RRS’s Lehi, Utah facility, the Core Line delivers true RRS performance at a more accessible price point.
Purpose
The Core Line was developed to bring premium Really Right Stuff support systems to a broader audience of photographers, videographers, and precision shooters. After years of research and development, RRS brought the entire carbon fiber manufacturing process in-house — from raw fiber selection to finished tubes.
This vertical integration has allowed RRS to significantly reduce costs while maintaining the uncompromising quality, stiffness, and durability that professionals expect from the RRS brand. Combined with a direct-to-consumer model, the Core Line offers exceptional value without sacrificing the stability and precision that define Really Right Stuff.
Target Market
The Core line is engineered for shooters and creators who demand rock-solid stability with price point in mind. Integrating the new Core line of carbon fiber within our tripods, we aim to serve the following customers:
- Competition and precision rifle shooters
- Hunters (including predator and big-game)
- Landscape and astrophotographers
- Multi-row panoramic photographers
- Telephoto wildlife photographers using heavy lenses
The Core Line seamlessly integrates with RRS’s existing ecosystem of ball heads, quick-release plates, and accessories, allowing users to build a complete, high-performance system.
About the Carbon Fiber
At the heart of the Core Line is RRS’s all-new proprietary carbon fiber, developed and produced entirely in-house. This advanced material achieves an optimal balance of lightweight design, exceptional stiffness, and vibration damping while delivering meaningful cost efficiency. Every tube is manufactured under strict quality control at the Lehi facility to ensure consistent performance and long-term durability.
Availability and Pricing
The Core Line will initially launch on two new tripod models, with additional
configurations planned for the future. All Core Line tripods will be available exclusively through the Really Right Stuff website and at RRS headquarters in Lehi, Utah. Introductory pricing for Core Line tripods will range from $795 to $950 USD.