Tilta 15mm Carbon Fiber Rod Set (5.9″, Pair) TA-15RS-15-CF

Two 15mm carbon fibre rods at 5.9″ — the short pair, for a compact build where a matte box sits close to the lens and nothing needs to reach further.

Carbon fibre is stiffer than aluminium for the same weight, which matters once a matte box and a follow focus are both hanging off the front.

A UV-resistant coating stops the finish chalking after a summer of outdoor work.