RE: IS SHOOTING STICK HELPFUL
 

For those guys that already have experience with sticks....which would choose if you went with the stoney's?

http://www.stoneypoint.com/bipod_index.html
D. Compact Bipod – Shoot from high-prone, sitting or kneeling positions. Easily packed when space is limited. Three-section legs telescope from 16" to 38". 10 oz. (#T3B38-BXX)

http://www.stoneypoint.com/steady_stix_index.html
Black Steady Stix II - use sitting or kneeling 3-section legs unfold from 14" to 39" (#F3B39-R1X) with sheath

RE: IS SHOOTING STICK HELPFUL
 

I made mine from cross country ski poles that I got at a yard sale for $1.00. I just drilled a hole in the appropriate spot and put a bolt and nut with two small washers through the hole. Works great.