Superb! I deliberately chose a capacity 2 times the weight of my unit's equipment perfectly matches my expectations: smooth friction and stiffness in the locked position. Moreover, the blocking does not disturb the positioning .... And to derive all the perfection, I adapted a little paw in order to balance the camera (and lens) in the horizontal position (in my case, an offset before 58mm) which allows to obtain a practically zero friction. Adjusting imperfections not come that that the elasticity of the foot ...