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Bi-pod or Tri-pod set up.
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Re: Bi-pod or Tri-pod set up.
Why would you limit yourself to one or the other?
Should carry both as well as understand the recoil characteristics of utilizing your ruck itself as the rest.
Thanks
Why would you limit yourself to one or the other?
Should carry both as well as understand the recoil characteristics of utilizing your ruck itself as the rest.
Thanks
Re: Bi-pod or Tri-pod set up.
Not sure exactly what you are asking.
When I grab my gear my tripod is attached to the side of my pack and my bipod is attached to my rifle.
If I need to use the tripod, I use the tripod. If I need the bipod I use that. The pack is also an option, but it's less ideal than the bipod or tripod especially if I suddenly find myself needing something that is inside my pack.
Not sure exactly what you are asking.
When I grab my gear my tripod is attached to the side of my pack and my bipod is attached to my rifle.
If I need to use the tripod, I use the tripod. If I need the bipod I use that. The pack is also an option, but it's less ideal than the bipod or tripod especially if I suddenly find myself needing something that is inside my pack.
Re: Bi-pod or Tri-pod set up.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Not sure exactly what you are asking.
When I grab my gear my tripod is attached to the side of my pack and my bipod is attached to my rifle.
If I need to use the tripod, I use the tripod. If I need the bipod I use that. The pack is also an option, but it's less ideal than the bipod or tripod especially if I suddenly find myself needing something that is inside my pack. </div></div>
If you had to choose one for fighting against unruly groundhogs in order to reduce their numbers and preserve freedom, and you had to choose either a tall bipod or tripod, which would it be?
Not everyone has the option/need/will to carry both.
I'm leaning tall bipod (12-27") for the sheer convenience, but a tripod/shooting sticks look handy dandy too, and wouldn't be this big piece of aluminum adding a shitload of weight to the front of my rifle.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Not sure exactly what you are asking.
When I grab my gear my tripod is attached to the side of my pack and my bipod is attached to my rifle.
If I need to use the tripod, I use the tripod. If I need the bipod I use that. The pack is also an option, but it's less ideal than the bipod or tripod especially if I suddenly find myself needing something that is inside my pack. </div></div>
If you had to choose one for fighting against unruly groundhogs in order to reduce their numbers and preserve freedom, and you had to choose either a tall bipod or tripod, which would it be?
Not everyone has the option/need/will to carry both.
I'm leaning tall bipod (12-27") for the sheer convenience, but a tripod/shooting sticks look handy dandy too, and wouldn't be this big piece of aluminum adding a shitload of weight to the front of my rifle.
Re: Bi-pod or Tri-pod set up.
What I use for groundhogs and works great for me is the Atlas bipod on the rifle and I got a medium tripod from here www.precisionriflesolutions.com that I strap to the bottom of my fanny pack. This tripod is the best that I have found. It closes up very small to put on my fanny pack and it is tall enough to get over the grass when you need it.
What I use for groundhogs and works great for me is the Atlas bipod on the rifle and I got a medium tripod from here www.precisionriflesolutions.com that I strap to the bottom of my fanny pack. This tripod is the best that I have found. It closes up very small to put on my fanny pack and it is tall enough to get over the grass when you need it.
Re: Bi-pod or Tri-pod set up.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Drumie</div><div class="ubbcode-body">What I use for groundhogs and works great for me is the Atlas bipod on the rifle and I got a medium tripod from here www.precisionriflesolutions.com that I strap to the bottom of my fanny pack. This tripod is the best that I have found. It closes up very small to put on my fanny pack and it is tall enough to get over the grass when you need it. </div></div>
I was think either the very tall Harris bipod or either the medium tripod, or one of these tripods.
Another option is to use my carbon fiber ultra light hiking staff (which has a screw adapter made for cameras) and screwing one of the rests from precision rifle solutions.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Drumie</div><div class="ubbcode-body">What I use for groundhogs and works great for me is the Atlas bipod on the rifle and I got a medium tripod from here www.precisionriflesolutions.com that I strap to the bottom of my fanny pack. This tripod is the best that I have found. It closes up very small to put on my fanny pack and it is tall enough to get over the grass when you need it. </div></div>
I was think either the very tall Harris bipod or either the medium tripod, or one of these tripods.
Another option is to use my carbon fiber ultra light hiking staff (which has a screw adapter made for cameras) and screwing one of the rests from precision rifle solutions.
Re: Bi-pod or Tri-pod set up.
I have one of the Bog gear tripods. They are junk compared to the one from precisionrifle solutions. Don't wast your time with the Bog gear. They don't fold out flat and when they are up all the way they is some wobble in the legs.
I have one of the Bog gear tripods. They are junk compared to the one from precisionrifle solutions. Don't wast your time with the Bog gear. They don't fold out flat and when they are up all the way they is some wobble in the legs.
Re: Bi-pod or Tri-pod set up.
If you are wanting to know which products to buy...for a tripod, get with Danel at PRS (Drumie gave you the link above). I have been running one of his small tripods with the SSP-2 cradle for over a year and it is EXCELLENT. I have also mounted the SSP-2 on my larger, Bogen/Manfrotto tripod a few times for taller applications. The PRS tripod is a great piece of kit. Bipods...Atlas, Harris BRM-S...pick one and leave it attached to your rifle for carrying and take it off when the situation warrants.
As for carrying a tripod in the field...Danel's tripods fit easily into my pack. I have a buddy who is carrying a medium size PRS tripod in a long, scabbard-type pouch attached to his pack on one side which seems to work well.
If you are wanting to know which products to buy...for a tripod, get with Danel at PRS (Drumie gave you the link above). I have been running one of his small tripods with the SSP-2 cradle for over a year and it is EXCELLENT. I have also mounted the SSP-2 on my larger, Bogen/Manfrotto tripod a few times for taller applications. The PRS tripod is a great piece of kit. Bipods...Atlas, Harris BRM-S...pick one and leave it attached to your rifle for carrying and take it off when the situation warrants.
As for carrying a tripod in the field...Danel's tripods fit easily into my pack. I have a buddy who is carrying a medium size PRS tripod in a long, scabbard-type pouch attached to his pack on one side which seems to work well.
Re: Bi-pod or Tri-pod set up.
This may be a stupid question but can you use a Precision Rifle Solution tripod with an Atlas or Harris bipod installed or does the bipod have to be removed?
This may be a stupid question but can you use a Precision Rifle Solution tripod with an Atlas or Harris bipod installed or does the bipod have to be removed?
Re: Bi-pod or Tri-pod set up.
No problem leaving the bipod on the gun when using the tripod. Just set the gun so the bipod is in front of the cradle on the tripod.
No problem leaving the bipod on the gun when using the tripod. Just set the gun so the bipod is in front of the cradle on the tripod.
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I have a question about the different tripods that Precision Rifle solutions has for sale. If anybody had used the ball head tripod, can you loosen the adjustment knob so that it will pan left and right horizontally without it tilting sideways or leaning to the side? I know the pan and tilt version of the small tripod will do this but the medium and large only come with a ball head.
I have a question about the different tripods that Precision Rifle solutions has for sale. If anybody had used the ball head tripod, can you loosen the adjustment knob so that it will pan left and right horizontally without it tilting sideways or leaning to the side? I know the pan and tilt version of the small tripod will do this but the medium and large only come with a ball head.
Re: Bi-pod or Tri-pod set up.
maelstrom,
The ball head itself can be backed off 1/4 to 1/2 a turn from the tripod leg assembly stud this will allow the ball head to swivel while maintaining whatever angle the cradle is set at. Another nice thing about the ball head is with the tension adjusted with the ball head lever you can set it to allow the cradle to tilt forward and back and have it maintain its angle. Feel free to call me at 281-541-1549 or email me [email protected] with any questions you may have.
As far as how to carry the tripod the large and medium are easily lashed to the outside of a ruck or butt pack or fit down inside most rucks. The medium when collapsed is ~15" long and the large is ~19". The small works pretty well with a length of 550 cord looped around the neck of the tripod and can then be attached to a caribeaner or grimloc attached to your ruck or war belt.
maelstrom,
The ball head itself can be backed off 1/4 to 1/2 a turn from the tripod leg assembly stud this will allow the ball head to swivel while maintaining whatever angle the cradle is set at. Another nice thing about the ball head is with the tension adjusted with the ball head lever you can set it to allow the cradle to tilt forward and back and have it maintain its angle. Feel free to call me at 281-541-1549 or email me [email protected] with any questions you may have.
As far as how to carry the tripod the large and medium are easily lashed to the outside of a ruck or butt pack or fit down inside most rucks. The medium when collapsed is ~15" long and the large is ~19". The small works pretty well with a length of 550 cord looped around the neck of the tripod and can then be attached to a caribeaner or grimloc attached to your ruck or war belt.
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Thanks for all the replies guys. Looks like Precision Rifle Solutions is the way to go. I was looking at a system that I could attach to a pack that I could use for "unconventional" position shooting. A tripod that could extend to at least 5' and have a cradle to rest a rifle. Found an old thread on this but thanks anyway!
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Thanks for all the replies guys. Looks like Precision Rifle Solutions is the way to go. I was looking at a system that I could attach to a pack that I could use for "unconventional" position shooting. A tripod that could extend to at least 5' and have a cradle to rest a rifle. Found an old thread on this but thanks anyway!
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Re: Bi-pod or Tri-pod set up.
I have to go with Morrisammo's suggestion for the Accupod. It works great with a shorter Harris Bipod or a bipod like the one that came with my Bohica 50 Cal. The Accupod I've got mounts to the rail under my Magpul PRS and gives me a 3 point shooting system that is great from a bench. Since I've the the PRS on both my Bushmaster Lower that works for my 5.56 or 50 and one on my AR-10 I'm very pleased with the performance. It adjusts fast and works like a champ for getting tight groups.
I have to go with Morrisammo's suggestion for the Accupod. It works great with a shorter Harris Bipod or a bipod like the one that came with my Bohica 50 Cal. The Accupod I've got mounts to the rail under my Magpul PRS and gives me a 3 point shooting system that is great from a bench. Since I've the the PRS on both my Bushmaster Lower that works for my 5.56 or 50 and one on my AR-10 I'm very pleased with the performance. It adjusts fast and works like a champ for getting tight groups.
Re: Bi-pod or Tri-pod set up.
Sancho. PRS is a good way to go. I really like that SSP-2 as it can be attached to nearly any type stand.
You can also make a cheap pair of sticks to use, heavy or light, and try them out until you want to buy something designed specifically for this purpose.
Sancho. PRS is a good way to go. I really like that SSP-2 as it can be attached to nearly any type stand.
You can also make a cheap pair of sticks to use, heavy or light, and try them out until you want to buy something designed specifically for this purpose.
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I went ahead and ordered a Medium PRS. If I want to venture sans tripod, a distinct possibility, I'll bring my carbon fiber walking stick and attach the cradle to the top via its screw mount.
I think I'm also going to get one of the tall Harris bipods.
I went ahead and ordered a Medium PRS. If I want to venture sans tripod, a distinct possibility, I'll bring my carbon fiber walking stick and attach the cradle to the top via its screw mount.
I think I'm also going to get one of the tall Harris bipods.
Re: Bi-pod or Tri-pod set up.
Last year for hunting I picked up a lightweight camera tripod up at Goodwill. I made a cradle for my rifle that attached to the top. The nice thing was it would extend clear out to 60". I painted it tan and it was really light to strap to my pack. The problem is I'm always trying to simplify. The time you kill something and pack it out I always feel like Steve Martin in that movie The Jerk. I've got so much crap It's rediculous. I'd kind of like to try these new bipods that swivel and that will extend out to 24". Has anyone out there try one?
Last year for hunting I picked up a lightweight camera tripod up at Goodwill. I made a cradle for my rifle that attached to the top. The nice thing was it would extend clear out to 60". I painted it tan and it was really light to strap to my pack. The problem is I'm always trying to simplify. The time you kill something and pack it out I always feel like Steve Martin in that movie The Jerk. I've got so much crap It's rediculous. I'd kind of like to try these new bipods that swivel and that will extend out to 24". Has anyone out there try one?
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I just received my PRS panhead tripod with SSP-1. On first impression it seams rock solid. I took a couple different rifles out of the safe to try out on my table and was impressed at how easy it is to use with different rifles. I tried everything from a Marlin .22 to a RRA AR-15 with standard hand guards to a Rem 700VS. Worked great with each one. I am curious if the SSP-1 will work with my AR with free float rail and will have to give it a try. If not then that is just another reason to buy the medium tripod and get the SSP-2 rest. Thanks again for a great product Danel.
I just received my PRS panhead tripod with SSP-1. On first impression it seams rock solid. I took a couple different rifles out of the safe to try out on my table and was impressed at how easy it is to use with different rifles. I tried everything from a Marlin .22 to a RRA AR-15 with standard hand guards to a Rem 700VS. Worked great with each one. I am curious if the SSP-1 will work with my AR with free float rail and will have to give it a try. If not then that is just another reason to buy the medium tripod and get the SSP-2 rest. Thanks again for a great product Danel.
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Maelstrom,
Just curious as to how the tripod and cradle worked out with your stable of long guns? Ecspecially the AR with the free float tube. Is your free float tube a four railed set up or a smooth tube? It seems that no two AR's are alike so getting feedback on fit and function with the cradle and tripod helps to insure that others are getting what they need. And if four railed are you running the bigger covers like the Knights or ladder covers? Thank you for your kind words and if we can ever be of assistance please do not hesitate to give me a call.
Maelstrom,
Just curious as to how the tripod and cradle worked out with your stable of long guns? Ecspecially the AR with the free float tube. Is your free float tube a four railed set up or a smooth tube? It seems that no two AR's are alike so getting feedback on fit and function with the cradle and tripod helps to insure that others are getting what they need. And if four railed are you running the bigger covers like the Knights or ladder covers? Thank you for your kind words and if we can ever be of assistance please do not hesitate to give me a call.
