ORIGINAL: driftrider

Does that tripod come with a T&E? Some of you will know what that is and if you don't then you probably shouldn't use a tripod.

Seriously, tripods are really best suited for mounting heavy crew-served weapons in semi-fixed firing positions. If you have the occasion to mount your rifle on a tripod, you might as well get a shooting rest and sandbags and bag the rifle in as this would provide better accuracy. For field use, a good folding bipod is a much better choice. It attaches to the rifle and folds to make a minimal obstruction to handling but unfolds quickly to get into shooting position. Harris makes very good bipods in a variety of sizes and styles depending on what shooting position you prefer (sitting, kneeling, or prone).

Good Luck,

Mike