ORIGINAL: ShatoDavis
ORIGINAL: npaden
I'mmy own sticks if the $50 ones work fine andare retractable.
ShatoDavis - What is wrong with the Stoney Point steady stixs? I was thinking the tripod versions would be a lot steadier than the bipod versions.
Thanks for the input.
They are too shaky! Not enough "meat" in the legs. the ones I posted suit me much better. I can pull the rifle stock into them for a more solid hold. the "stix" folded under the pressure. I like the adjustments on the "bipod" version. On uneven ground you can make one leg longer, provide enough time..... They are a much better product in my opinion. I wouldn't bother with the tripod versions. You won't have that much time usually. At most you'll have enough time to throw open the bipod, sit down, take aim, and squeeze. If you take too long and deer start hightailing it your guide will get pissy with you! You need to get them asap so you can practice with them for awhile. You'll be a little clumbsy with them at first.In a short while you'll be able to get setup for a shot in short order.
I agree with shato, been using the stoney pointbipod for 3 years and very pleased. I just strapit to my pack and go. Harris bipods aregood but for me just weren't practical.
Side note take a look at the safari sling. It changes the load point from 1 shoulder to both and allows you to carry the rifle in front vs back. I use this sling when elk and moose hunting, whereI have a pack on and like my hands to be free to call while keeping the rifle as close as possible. I use it with my ML which is heavy. Last weekendI logged a lot of miles in country similar to what you'll be experiencing while chasing Mulie's and no soreness resulted.
Good luck