Stagsden, Bedfordshire, UK – 26th August 2026 – British camera support manufacturer 3 Legged Thing has expanded its camera support range with the launch of Wes and Ridley, two new carbon fibre levelling base tripods.
Building on 3 Legged Thing's established levelling base tripod designs, Wes and Ridley are aimed at content creators, videographers, birders and wildlife enthusiasts. Both are available as standalone tripods or in complete kits with the company's AirHed Cine CC fluid video head.
Designed to make shooting on uneven ground faster and easier, both tripods feature an integrated levelling base that provides 10° of movement in every direction. Users can level their camera without adjusting the tripod legs, while a movable spirit level remains visible even with a camera mounted.
Made from premium eight-layer carbon fibre with aerospace-grade magnesium alloy components, Wes and Ridley retain the adaptability synonymous with 3 Legged Thing. All three legs can be detached for use as monopods or boom arms, while optional Vanz tripod footwear transforms either tripod into a compact tabletop support.
Quiet-action leg latches and three selectable leg angles help both models adapt quickly to different shooting situations.
Continuing 3 Legged Thing's tradition of naming products after notable figures, Wes and Ridley are named after acclaimed film directors Wes Anderson and Sir Ridley Scott.
Wes is the travel-focused model, with compact five-section legs that fold small enough for cabin baggage while extending to a practical working height.
Ridley is built for stability. Its larger three-section carbon fibre legs, with tube diameters up to 29 mm, provide a rigid platform for studio work, wildlife observation, field sports and long-lens videography.
Stuart Boston, Chief Operating Officer of 3 Legged Thing, said:
"Content creation has changed enormously over the last few years. Creators expect one support system to handle everything from horizontal video and vertical social content to wildlife observation in the field. Wes and Ridley have been developed to make that transition as seamless as possible."
Both tripods are now available in complete kits with the AirHed Cine CC, creating a matched video support solution for the first time.
The AirHed Cine CC's standout feature is its 90° rotatable Arca-Swiss clamp, allowing direct use with L-brackets and cages for stable vertical shooting. A retractable and detachable panning arm makes the head easier to transport, while independent pan and tilt controls deliver smooth movement. The supplied XP 100 Ultra Plate also integrates with the 3 Legged Thing XPAND ecosystem.
Pricing & Availability
The Wes and Ridley levelling base tripods are available to pre-order now from 3LeggedThing.com and authorised 3 Legged Thing retailers worldwide, either as standalone tripods or in kits with the AirHed Cine CC fluid video head. Products will ship at the end of August 2026.
- Wes tripod: £349.99 / US $399.99
- Wes + AirHed Cine CC Kit: £549.99 / US $619.99
- Ridley tripod: £399.99 / US $449.99
- Ridley + AirHed Cine CC Kit: £599.99 / US $669.99
The AirHed Cine CC fluid video head continues to be available separately, priced at £229.99 / US $249.99.
