This is Spartan

First Ascent is a mountaineering term given to the first successful, documented attainment of the top of a mountain, or the first to follow a particular climbing route. In this article I want to share with you my experience of the new tripod from Spartan Precision Equipment – the Ascent. Spartan Precision prides itself on the innovation of its products. There is a huge focus on quality, functionality and weight. It struck me that the name of this tripod, ‘The Ascent’, is particularly apt, as it not only reflects the mountaineering experience of Spartan Chief Rob Gearing, but also embodies the spirit of lightweight multifunctional gear and at the same time symbolises how Spartan Precision strive to lead the way to the top using new routes and methods.

I have tested the Ascent prototype over the past year and I have really put it through its paces, I have also been in direct liaison with some other testers. In this way I was able to compare my demands to those of a serious backpack hunter in the Rocky Mountains, for example, where 10 day trips for mule deer and bear are the norm. It was interesting to compare my own findings to that of another hunter chasing similar experiences half