For years the ONLY really quiet, very stable, and really low <3 pounds weight is BEYER model 252 (or maybe 352?). Haven't purchased one for a long time and the model number seems NOT on the product.
Anyway, this is a 5-section folding tripod made from aircraft aluminum, and goes to 3.5-15' height. Colapses to ~28 inches length and is very quiet to not make sounds when handled. Fullcompass was my supplier, and should be able to get this model even though nobody I know shows BEYER folding tripod in their catalog for a long time.