@Reply #2 - good point! Tbh speed is everything. Check these:

• Vanguard VEO 3T 235CP Carbon Fiber Tripod
• Slik PRO CF-634 Carbon Fiber Tripod Both handle the R6 easily and won't fail you.

TLDR: Go with Peak Design Travel Tripod Carbon Fiber 2.9lb Lightweight for portability, Leofoto LS-284C + LH-30 Ranger Series 22lb Capacity for stability, or Sirui AM-254 with K-10X Ball Head 26lb Capacity for the best value. Honestly, hiking in Switzerland is no joke and every ounce is gonna feel like a pound by the end of the day. I would suggest staying away from anything that doesnt have a clear cleaning path for the locks since you mentioned the jamming issue.

• The Peak Design Travel Tripod Carbon Fiber 2.9lb Lightweight is basically the gold standard for carry-on travel. It fits your Canon R6 II and 24-105 perfectly. My main warning here is the center column... it can be a bit thin, so maybe avoid extending it fully if the wind picks up on the mountain.
• I really trust the Leofoto LS-284C + LH-30 Ranger Series 22lb Capacity. It lacks a center column, which sounds like a downside, but it actually makes it way more stable and much easier to clean. You wont have to worry about sand or grit getting trapped in a center sleeve. It's a very methodical, sturdy build that punches way above its price point.
• If you want to save some cash, the Sirui AM-254 with K-10X Ball Head 26lb Capacity is a solid carbon fiber choice. It's quite light tho you might want to consider swapping the ball head later if you find it too small. Make sure to test the twist locks before you go. Some brands require a half-turn, others a full turn, and getting used to that rhythm will save you so much frustration when the light is changing fast.

> it takes way too long to setup when im in a rush I totally feel that! I missed a killer sunset in the Dolomites once because of a jammed leg. The Ulanzi & Coman Zero Y Carbon Fiber Tripod 2.4lbs is amazing for speed and super slim! Another great one is the Benro Rhino Carbon Fiber Tripod 1 Series 2.7lbs. Its rock solid. Also check out the Manfrotto Befree Advanced Carbon Fiber 2.76lbs if you want fast lever locks instead!

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saw this earlier but just now responding... i totally agree with @mystickernel that setup speed is a dealbreaker. missing a shot because a leg is stuck is just painful. switzerland is going to be amazing but honestly, be careful with brands that overpromise on weight savings... usually that means thinner leg tubes that vibrate like crazy.

• i always tell people to look at thecentercolumn.com before buying... they do objective stiffness testing so you can see if a brand actually holds up.
• when you compare brands like gitzo vs some of the newer carbon fiber competitors, the price jump is usually for the longevity of the internal shims and better weather sealing.
• make sure to check if the brand you go with has easy-to-find replacement parts... you dont want a lost rubber foot to ruin the whole trip. just be careful with anything that feels too hollow in the hand... better to carry an extra tiny bit of weight than have a blurry shot of the mountain range.

Can confirm this works. Did the same thing on mine and its been solid ever since.