Recon the Revolutionary Tripod Head for Camera and Film

A project in Seattle, WA by Pillar Product Design
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The Recon redefines the idea that a light–weight, compact tripod head can’t have street tough durability and high precision adjustment.
Backers: 422
Average Pledge Per Backer: $102

Funded: $43,084 of $25,000
Dates: Nov 25th -> Jan 9th (45 days)
Project By: Pillar Product Design
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Latest News

Thank you for all your amazing support backing the Recon project!

January 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Wow, we cannot say enough about the amazing and positive support of this project from the Kickstarter Community. We absolutely cannot believe the amazing and positive response towards the Recon project!   The campaign with over 422 backers to date... (Read More)

Add-on's are here!

January 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, At long last, Add-on's are finally here. We have had so many requests for this and apologize for the long wait! The Add-on's are posted at the bottom of the KS page. Please note that we will need to add a flat $5.00 shipping and handling... (Read More)

Added New Videos to Recon Campaign

December 19th - via: kickstarter.com
We wanted to address some questions of our KS backers. We added some new videos in the Recon campaign to better explain adjustment and how to handle uneven ground on your tripod with out adjusting tripod legs. Check it out!  (Read More)

In case you missed it!

December 18th - via: kickstarter.com
We just posted about a new reward level to add the Black rapid Shot Strap to the rewards!  You should take a peek!  In addition to this,  we wanted to take the time to tell you about a cool project we came across called the PRO DRYCASE! SUBTECH... (Read More)

Another Awesome Deal!

December 18th - via: kickstarter.com
We have added another Pledge Level with the Black Rapid strap system! This new level offers Black Rapid’s Shot Strap with the complete Recon System. You get the following items: Recon, QR plate, panning bar, Shot Strap, lock star, Cr-2 and Hitch... (Read More)

Vallerret Photography Gloves!! check these out!

December 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Being both an avid snowboarder and skier, this ideas is simple yet brilliant. I don't know how many times I set-up for a shoot in snow, take my glove off and have it fill up with snow. This glove bypasses all these challenges with shooting in the... (Read More)

We are overwhelmed by your support!

December 11th - via: kickstarter.com
As we head into the holiday season, we wanted to reach out and say, "Thank you" for your overwhelming support backing the Recon Tripod Head! We put a lot of time into making The Recon a fantastic and durable product that once you have in your hands... (Read More)

We Hit Our Funding Goal of $25K For the Recon Project! Congrats Kickstarter Backers!!!

December 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you Recon Backers! We are so excited about bringing this innovative and exciting product into the hands of the KickStarter Backers that have supported us on this amazing journey thus far. Because of your amazing support, we were able to hit our... (Read More)

Additional Platinum's Rewards are now available!

December 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Due to the tremendous response and feedback from our Kickstarter backing community, we have been able to negotiate and obtain more Metros straps packages from Black Rapid at this reduced price. So we have decided to add 30 additional units for the... (Read More)

Check out this amazing deal!

December 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
A limited release of 30 units for the new Platinum Pledge Level! After so many Kickstarter backers requesting for us to get the d-ring and strap system that was featured in our video, we are proud to announce a partnership with Black Rapid “The... (Read More)

How to mounting the Recon directly to your tripod.

December 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
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Recon Panning Bar Demonstration

November 30th - via: kickstarter.com
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Detailed Dimension for the Recon Plate, Panning Bar and Key Chain Adjust Tool.

November 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Detailed Dimensions of the Recon, Panning bar and Key Chain Tool  (Read More)

In the last 24 hours we have had amazing support from the KickStarter Community. Thank You very much!

November 26th - via: kickstarter.com
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