This pod has also seen the following changes; Rounded end brackets with JAG ; Engraved pins for a neat little touch; Three point contact arms ; To ensure that your sticks remain square ; At all times whilst set up; 2 x Anchoring points ; Which allows you to put a peg through the supplied caribiner ; To make it as stable as possible; Extendable length ; Meaning you can have it as compact ; Or as long as you like within the requirements; 290mm/11.4in Closed; 470mm/18/5in Fully Extended; These measurements are with the arms closed ; With the center bar fully extended;