Shooting stix's

[hawkenwoodsman]

Hey guys I'm thinking of using a shooting stix on my next hunt since I have differculty holding the rifle steady free hand. I would like your opione on what type stix is easier to use. Bi- pod or tri- pod. Thanks

[ATbuckhunter]

Tripod gives you a more stable rest while a bi-pod gives you easier use. You could make shooting sticks yourself if you want. 

[Doc]

Primos makes a nice easy sliding bipod that is very easy to use. Pretty darn pricey though. But the one that I bought is extremely well made. I rigged up a bungee-cord sling so that I can carry it over my shoulder. It gets awkward carrying gun and that when you are trying to still-hunt. But what I found was that I am never next to a tree when I see the deer. It is nice to have something steady to rest the gun on depending on how far the shot. I am a bit shaky too.

[BizCT]

BogPod with the extra XSR piece is awesome

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[grampy]

I have the Primos Trigger Stick Bipod. It works quickly, quietly, and on uneven ground, like a side hill. Made a sling for it as well. I haven't tried the bog pod but they are very popular as well and look nice. Or as said above there are some u-tube vid's on how to make your own. A tripod will give more stability, but the bipod is a bit lighter to carry and offers a much more stable shot than offhand. And deploys very quickly.

[Five Seasons]

I bought a cheaper mono-pod. Redhead I think. It's all you really need if sitting in a blind, but I wish i spent more for the primos as it's only adjustable at the bottom. If you don't have a level area and not a lot of swing in your range it works though.

[Grizz1219]

Spend the money on the Primos sticks... I use the mono pod... easier to walk with I think..  

[Meat First]

MonoPod also good to use as a walking stick and great in a treestand with limited space

[hawkenwoodsman]

Thanks guys going to check gander mountain and cabela 

[Cabin Fever]

I have the Primos trigger stick monopod and bipod. I like the bipod better.

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[Merlot]

Made my shooting stick out of an old cross country ski pole...strap already built in. stuck a "u" shaped screw in hanger thing into the top that swiveled and I'm good to go. Spent a buck. Not adjustable for height, but good enough for me...and it doubles as a walking stick. 

[Pygmy]

I've used Stoney Point shooting sticks for years, but my pair is about whipped and I want to upgrade..

Been reading lots of reviews and at the moment I'm leaning toward the Bog Pod Red leg bipod.

I use mine inside my popup blind and also when standing for deer.

[eagle rider]

I use stix when I'm shooting out of blind. I've had the same set for 10 years. They work well and take a lot of abuse.

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[hawkenwoodsman]

Just a follow up I went to gander mountain in Kingston and bought the preimos bi pod shooting stix that is for all the advices

[BizCT]

BogPod with the extra XSR piece is awesome

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This blows away the competition. Nothing compares

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[moog5050]

This blows away the competition. Nothing compares

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I have a monopod but never use it.  What makes this model so much better?

[grampy]

I'm happy with my Primo's triggerstick bipod. I'm sure you will be too.

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[Culvercreek hunt club]

I prefer the trigger sticks

[BizCT]

I have a monopod but never use it. What makes this model so much better?

The additional XSR piece makes it like shooting off a bench. I use it all the time out west. Setups just like shooting sticks very quickly, but the extra piece makes it way easier to hold steady. Makes a huge difference at 300-500yds, but still useful at closer ranges as well. Here's a stock photo I found.

Ive never had the time to strap the gun in during a spot and stalk hunt but it still works regardless. Especially when your huffing and puffing and trying to hold steady.

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[hunterman7956]

I have primos trigger stick and caldwell fieldpod both have a place bought caldwell field pod 79.99 works great lightweight and steady  also very adjustable in the field

[moog5050]

The additional XSR piece makes it like shooting off a bench. I use it all the time out west. Setups just like shooting sticks very quickly, but the extra piece makes it way easier to hold steady. Makes a huge difference at 300-500yds, but still useful at closer ranges as well. Here's a stock photo I found.

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Ive never had the time to strap the gun in during a spot and stalk hunt but it still works regardless. Especially when your huffing and puffing and trying to hold steady.

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Looks really nice, but way more than I would want to haul around for my typical shots in NY.  I could see it being very useful out west where you shoot at the distances you do.  My longest shot was around 230-240yds and I leaned against a tree for stability.  Most shots have been less than 100yds.

[BizCT]

I hear ya. I've only used a shotgun in NY. I sit on the ground and shoot off my knee. But some people who have farm fields may find it useful in NY for much longer shots.

100yds or less with a rifle is an offhand chip shot.

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Edited September 17, 2015 by Biz-R-OWorld

[Doc]

Why is it that when I am still-hunting, I always see the deer when I am no where near any good stable tree? It always seems that I happen to be in mid-stride in the most wide-open area in the woods when the deer suddenly step up over a rise. That happened way too often, and that is why I shelled out the big bucks for the Primos bipod. When there is no cover for you to step over 10 or 20 yards to a good tree rest, I simply prop up the bipod, drop the fore-end into the rest and blow the sucker down. I have to admit that I am the wiggliest off-hand shot in the world. No rest - no shot. I felt that I had to buy one.

[Pygmy]

Due to the favorable reports from my friends on this forum, I've decided to "pull the trigger"  on a Primos Trigger Stick bipod...I just happen to have enough points on my Cabela's Club account to buy one...Thanks, all...

[Chris B]

I have a monopod (don't know which brand) that I use for night hunting coyotes but am looking into a trigger stick. Don't know if I should go bipod or tripod..... does anyone have any experience with the tripods and if they are more of a hassle than anything for maneuverability, etc?