{"product_id":"westcott-progrip-2","title":"ProGrip 2 Handheld Off-Camera Flash Mount","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Westcott ProGrip 2 Handheld Off-Camera Flash Mount provides a portable way to position compatible flashes and compact lighting equipment wherever you need them. Designed for loads up to 6 lb \/ 2.7 kg, its ergonomic pistol-grip format makes it particularly useful for fast-moving location shoots and situations where setting up a conventional light stand is impractical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ProGrip 2 accommodates the Westcott FJ80 II Speedlight and FJ200 Strobe, as well as compatible third-party lights. A universal cold shoe and adjustable 1\/4\"-20 mounting connection provide flexibility when positioning equipment vertically or horizontally. An integrated 9 mm umbrella mount adds another light-shaping option, while the reinforced nylon construction, non-slip rubber grip and compact dimensions keep the ProGrip 2 practical for portable lighting kits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ProGrip 2 is designed for photographers and lighting assistants who need to position off-camera flash quickly while retaining the freedom to move. It is especially useful for location portraits, weddings, events and other fast-paced shoots where a handheld light can be repositioned more easily than a stand-mounted setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandheld off-camera flash mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports loads 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light to be positioned by hand rather than placed on a conventional light stand. This provides greater mobility when working around a subject and makes it easier to adjust the height, direction and position of the light during a shoot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible light mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ProGrip 2 provides mounting options for compatible flashes and compact lighting equipment, including the Westcott FJ80 II and FJ200. Its mounting arrangement allows equipment to be positioned vertically or horizontally, giving you more flexibility when adapting the light to the subject and modifier being used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport for compact modifiers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a maximum load capacity of 6 lb \/ 2.7 kg, the ProGrip 2 can support compatible compact lighting setups incorporating modifiers such as Rapid Box Switch softboxes, barndoors, gels or reflectors. This makes it possible to shape and control an off-camera light while retaining the mobility of a handheld setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9mm umbrella mount\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn integrated umbrella mount accommodates shafts up to 9 mm, with a tension knob used to secure the umbrella in position. This allows compatible collapsible or standard umbrellas to be incorporated into a handheld lighting setup when broader or softer illumination is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecure, comfortable grip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA non-slip rubber grip pad provides additional traction in the hand, helping 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