FWIW-The handle extension is not that usefull and its clumsy to carry around. The extendable bridge is nice, but not at that price. Try dropping Purdman a PM. He built one, telescoping bridge, for me and a couple other AZers, with my choice of bridge head. It works great and is easy to carry, but doesn't have an extension. If you want an extension, Longoni makes the best one (IMHO). Its more usefull on other shots where a bridge isn't needed or rather not preferred.