Manfrotto 1005BAC Ranker Stand

Manfrotto stands really are the best.

I've got a set of 3x old 004 Master stands which I bought over 10 years ago and they are still going strong. But this new flat-folding design and air cushioning as standard is a real winner.

Not to mention Thomann offer these at £75 each which is amazing value.

I bought 2x 1004BAC and 2x 1005BAC stands. They clip together and fit in the Manfrotto 110 stand bag (bought elsewhere).

Found it really hard to find a tripod the right height, while being portable and quick to set up. This was perfect. Thomann staff were so helpful in helping me pick out the right gear and delivery was quick and easy!

The Manfrotto stands are all known for their high quality, and this one is also the most stable and sturdy of all models. I own 7 pieces so far, when closed they stack together for easy storage and transportation. I use them in multiple ways: support for backgrounds, lights, reflectors, light panels, light filters, decoration, etc. The air cushioning has saved me many times from accidents.

Works perfect with my Godox QS400II lights and big modifiers, good manufacturing and solid build, like expected, after having some bad experience with some no-name ones. No complains about anything really. Big advantage that can be stacked with similar ones for easy transportation.

I have two of these and use them primarily for holding smaller fresnel lights. They are light, easy to transport, set up and adjust. When up they are stable. Taking them back down is very quick. The price is reasonable.

Stable and lightweight like I expected. Looks like a quality build. Unfolding the legs is a bit off a hassle, but that could just be me not being used to these type of stands.