Would you consider this bipod to be the best on the market and why?
Atlas Bipod
Also, what is the going rate on the Atlas Bipod?
Atlas Bipod
Also, what is the going rate on the Atlas Bipod?
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That screen shot above posted as visual sarcasm, is from MW3, it was a surprise as we had no idea that was happening (we did know about GI Joe) and was sent to me by a Sniper Instructor from the SOF community.
bushmktc, to answer your question, "Would you consider this bipod to be the best on the market and why?" I am biased and still I won't say the Atlas is the best on the market. I will say the Atlas brings versatile functionality to the table no other bipod does at a minimum weight. The fact that other manufacturers are incorporating some of these features (even some patented) in their offerings suggests there is a value to them.
You left an important element out of your question, and that is your application.
As mentioned the Atlas legs are not as quick to deploy as other bipods, the position buttons (mentioned above) require depressing to move them which also prevents the legs from accidently collapsing (spring loaded bipod legs can and will do this). So if time to deploy legs is the priority then the Atlas is not the best choice. (Objectively, leg deployment speed does not define the time it takes to engage a target and make the shot, Atlas excels at allowing a good quick sight picture no matter the supporting surface be it man-made or natural.)
A suggestion on using a rifle to engage a target, try to approach it with "how can I support my rifle to make this shot" not "I'm going to use my sling/bipod/beanbag/monopod to make the shot". In other words, let the terrain and your position in relationship to the target(s) position, determine how the rifle is deployed and what accessories are used to make the shot. Which goes back to your intended use.
Thanks for considering the Atlas, it is an honor to be included.
Hmmm, I didn't think about how fast you can get them up and down. I have been trying different options (I have never been a huge fan of bi-pods when you have as much time as you need). The atlas seem to be a able to find a good friction balance that allows you to swivel and adjust for cant without being too loose. I haven't tried the cleats, but that might be nice too. My only complaint with Harris is that they are difficult to tighten by hand (tight enough for me at least) so the cant isn't too loose, also they seem to rust pretty easily compared to other options.