Take a look at the Velbon LUXi F with three bubble levels, fluid head with quick release plate, closes to 18", opens to 4' and weights about 2 pounds. Very sturdy, nice unit @ $119.99
I use K & K out of oregon. They sell at Sportsman Warehouse up to $325.00 They are light weight with pistol grip. PM me and I can send you more info including prices.
I have a bogen which is very heavy. I also have an outdoorsmans tripod which I feel is the best I've seen and is very lightweight but is VERY expense. I also recently bought a Nikon tripod which cost $65.00 in camo or $45.00 in black. I got the small size and it is lighter than my outdoorsmans tripod. Downfall is that it does not have quick release plates and the middle supports for the legs do not lock in the open position. But so far it works well and I am happy with it. fatrooster.