Using as all purpose tripods (I do have appropriates sized P/A speakers for them as well) Can reach up 8 ft for light loads with the legs tightened in the most upright (less stable position) But strong enough to easily support a couple hundred lbs at neck height. Probably a lot more.So far they can Go high to hold a green screen (cross members needed) go head height to hold P/A speakers. Go chest height to hold a hanging closet. They are lightweight, have a nice bag, and have safety pins in case the screw pins slip.