I needed a lightweight, flexible tripod that I could throw in my backpack. This original GorillaPod by Joby totally fit the bill. With legs that twist and turn in every direction, I can stabilize it almost anywhere–from flat surfaces to tree limbs! Thanks to the rubber grips, it doesn’t slip around at all.

This tripod is only 7 inches tall, and it weighs less than 2.5 ounces. All of the joints in the legs bend and rotate a full 360 degrees. This GorillaPod works best for point-and-shoot supports cameras, as it can handle up to 325g in camera weight.