The Ledo Telescoping Driving Whip has a number of parts that nest into the base. Super lightweight black carbon stick and flexible black lash. You will hardly know that you are holding a whip! Reduces down to about 27" for easy storage and transport. Shipping on these whips is considerably less expensive! Like any lightweight whip, it is not meant to be used as a heavy-duty training whip. If you need a whip with a bit more backbone, we recommend the Ledo Training Whip. Super lightweight Smooth, rubbery handle Comes with its own storage case. Whip should be stored in the case when not in use. Stays open easily with just pressure Collapses quickly with just a little push Not length adjustable. Needs to be fully extended. Leather popper 12" lash 140 cm (57" stick) three-part whip, 9/16" handle 160 cm (62" stick) four-part whip, 9/16" handle 180 cm (70" stick) four-part whip, 9/16" handle 200 cm (79" stick) five-part whip, 5/8" handle 220 cm (87" stick) five-part whip, 5/8" handle These whips CAN be shipped Internationally! They do not exceed the length allowed. "I received my whip in plenty of time and it is AMAZING! Thank you for recommending it. It’s everything you said it would be - very compact when nested, lightweight and a wonderful small diameter handle for my small hands! My husband was so impressed with how light it is. Thank you again, I really appreciate your help and expertise." Heidi, WA