Don`t really know what to say?

A 3130 head is basically a toy. It will handle, although not very well, an XL2. An XL2 with a big battery and a wireless mic weighs in at just over 6lbs.

Like I said, the 3130 will handle it....for a brief time.

And actually, I did not find my exact tripod when I hurredly looked for it in B&H. Mine is similar in weight, weight capability, 75mm half ball, etc., but with no spreader. I agree, the spreader would be a pain in the butt while in the field.