Vanguard's 'Altamate' Summer Tripod Giveaway
Hey PhotographyTalkers, Vanguard is giving away over $1,000 worth of Alta+ tripods this month for its "Altamate" Summer Tripod Giveaway Facebook Sweepstakes!
From now through August 31, 2012, visitors to Vanguard's page at www.facebook.com/VanguardPhotoUS can enter the sweepstakes by clicking on the "Altamate Giveaway" tab and filling out the simple entry form. After the entry deadline, Vanguard will randomly select five winners to receive an Alta+ tripod with ball head.
Two lucky winners will be randomly chosen to receive a carbon fiber model, and three will receive aluminum alloy. Prize values range from $169.99 - $329.99.
ABOUT THE PRIZES
Vangaurd's Alta+ tripods have been hailed as the world's most lightweight and compact high-quality tripods. Featuring a premium, magnesium canopy, reversible center column, three leg angles, and thick foam grips, they're the perfect support solution for late summer getaways, back-to-school shooting, and everyday use.
Alta+ 225CT with SBH 50 ball head
Alta+ 225CT carbon fiber tripod with SBH 50 ball head
Extended height: 3.75'
Folded height: 17"
Weight: 2.3 lbs
Maximum load capacity: 6.6
Leg Sections: 5
Street price = $329.99
Alta+ 253CT carbon fiber tripod with SBH 50 ball head
Extended height: 5.7'
Folded height: 26"
Weight: 4.27 lbs
Maximum load capacity: 12 lbs
Leg Sections: 3
Street price = $319.99
Alta+ 235AT aluminum alloy tripod with SBH 50 ball head
Extended height: 4'
Folded height: 18.75"
Weight: 3.2 lbs
Maximum load capacity: 6.6 lbs
Leg Sections: 5
Street price = $169.99
About VANGUARD
Since 1986, VANGUARD has provided photographers around the world with innovative, high-quality tripods, monopods, ball heads, pan heads, bags, cases, optics and other photography accessories. With ISO 9001 and 14001-certified facilities and hundreds of design patents, VANGUARD has earned a solid reputation that spans the world. VANGUARD products are available through its extensive global dealer and distribution network. For more information about VANGUARD products, visit www.vanguardworld.com .
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