Photek The eXtender, 38" Telescopic Horizontal Tripod Arm with Ball Head.

The purpose of this invention is to provide a device that frees the camera from the restraints of the traditional camera tripod, allowing the camera to be set in any fixed position necessary in the making of a photograph. Supplied with a quick-release ball head, the eXtender is designed to function easily with digital, 35mm and medium format cameras. Its telescopic design, total length of 38", allows the camera to be placed well apart and beyond the support legs of the tripod itself

• The eXtender consists of three basic components:
• A universal clamping device which would allow it to be affixed to almost any existing traditional tripod
• An enclosed counter-weighted, heavy duty aluminum telescoping extension
• A quick-release ball head for mounting the camera
• Weight: 3.5 lb. (1.5 k).