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Bipod height/length opinion
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Re: Bipod height/length opinion
depends what its for.. i started with a 6-9'' and went to the 9-13'' because when shooting prone at a range i go to the furthest targets were higher up on the mountain so i couldnt get the angle i needed with the 6-9'' but then i went right back to the 6-9'' when i started shooting in national forest. still mostly prone. for me...all around... 6-9'' is my choice.
depends what its for.. i started with a 6-9'' and went to the 9-13'' because when shooting prone at a range i go to the furthest targets were higher up on the mountain so i couldnt get the angle i needed with the 6-9'' but then i went right back to the 6-9'' when i started shooting in national forest. still mostly prone. for me...all around... 6-9'' is my choice.
Re: Bipod height/length opinion
I started with a 9-13, it was far too long. I switched to a 6-9 and dropped the 9-13 on my SPR.
I started with a 9-13, it was far too long. I switched to a 6-9 and dropped the 9-13 on my SPR.
Re: Bipod height/length opinion
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 427Cobra</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Harris 6-9 swivel with notched legs, add a Pod Lock and your GTG, or step up to a Atlas v8, either is available from Triadtactical.com</div></div>
This is the perfect setup for me.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 427Cobra</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Harris 6-9 swivel with notched legs, add a Pod Lock and your GTG, or step up to a Atlas v8, either is available from Triadtactical.com</div></div>
This is the perfect setup for me.
Re: Bipod height/length opinion
I like the 9-13 for a very simple reason.
It is easier to get lower than it is to get higher.
My Bi-Pod gets used only when I have to get higher than a tactical pillow under the folded legs of my bipod will allow.
Then use the Bipod to get over vegetation & terrain.
When I need to get higher than that I move to the SLIK mini tripod with cradle.
That's how I run and the logic behind it.
YMMV...
I like the 9-13 for a very simple reason.
It is easier to get lower than it is to get higher.
My Bi-Pod gets used only when I have to get higher than a tactical pillow under the folded legs of my bipod will allow.
Then use the Bipod to get over vegetation & terrain.
When I need to get higher than that I move to the SLIK mini tripod with cradle.
That's how I run and the logic behind it.
YMMV...
Re: Bipod height/length opinion
Your in east Texas, I have a Atlas and a Harris 6-9 with podlock. I would say get a Atlas and if you need to get higher, buy the leg extensions. You aren't going to be shooting crazy angles where the higher bipod might be useful.
Your in east Texas, I have a Atlas and a Harris 6-9 with podlock. I would say get a Atlas and if you need to get higher, buy the leg extensions. You aren't going to be shooting crazy angles where the higher bipod might be useful.
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East Texas? Highest elevation you will have to account for is a fire ant mound, maybe a fallen pine tree. Shorter is better, can always put the legs onto a pack if it's a really tall fire ant mound. In contrast to Dr Phil, down here it's easier to get taller than lower. Just my $.02.
East Texas? Highest elevation you will have to account for is a fire ant mound, maybe a fallen pine tree. Shorter is better, can always put the legs onto a pack if it's a really tall fire ant mound. In contrast to Dr Phil, down here it's easier to get taller than lower. Just my $.02.
Re: Bipod height/length opinion
Harris 6-9 here as well. If i need additional elevation in the field, I'll shoot off of my pack. Shooter's Ridge makes a close copy if you're looking to save a few bucks. The VersaPod by Keng's is another favorite, goes on and off the rifle very quickly.
Mark H.
Harris 6-9 here as well. If i need additional elevation in the field, I'll shoot off of my pack. Shooter's Ridge makes a close copy if you're looking to save a few bucks. The VersaPod by Keng's is another favorite, goes on and off the rifle very quickly.
Mark H.
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Most of the time here in ND the grass and snow are very sparse so I normally use a BR length one. Then when it is a little deeper I get the 6 to 9 ones.
Most of the time here in ND the grass and snow are very sparse so I normally use a BR length one. Then when it is a little deeper I get the 6 to 9 ones.
Re: Bipod height/length opinion
Thanks everyone for your response. Looks like I am going to go with a 6-9. Not sure what brand yet, I really don't want to shell out a lot for one. Has anyone ever used a UTG bipod?
Thanks everyone for your response. Looks like I am going to go with a 6-9. Not sure what brand yet, I really don't want to shell out a lot for one. Has anyone ever used a UTG bipod?
Re: Bipod height/length opinion
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 427Cobra</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Harris 6-9 swivel with notched legs, add a Pod Lock and your GTG, or step up to a Atlas v8, either is available from Triadtactical.com </div></div>
+1. Those are the two best options.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 427Cobra</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Harris 6-9 swivel with notched legs, add a Pod Lock and your GTG, or step up to a Atlas v8, either is available from Triadtactical.com </div></div>
+1. Those are the two best options.
Re: Bipod height/length opinion
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KNIGHT11B4</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 427Cobra</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Harris 6-9 swivel with notched legs, add a Pod Lock and your GTG, or step up to a Atlas v8, either is available from Triadtactical.com </div></div>
+1. Those are the two best options.</div></div>
I heart my Phoenix Tactical "5.5 Tac" conversion of the Harris 6-9 Swivel w/ the "blade" feet. I find it much easier to "load" than the stock Harris, and the blade feed can be useful for shooting off barriers, etc. You just pull the legs out to where you want them -- the leg release allows you to push them back in. Weakness, if any, is on smooth concrete (though you could get legs w/ rubber feet from them if you wanted).
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KNIGHT11B4</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 427Cobra</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Harris 6-9 swivel with notched legs, add a Pod Lock and your GTG, or step up to a Atlas v8, either is available from Triadtactical.com </div></div>
+1. Those are the two best options.</div></div>
I heart my Phoenix Tactical "5.5 Tac" conversion of the Harris 6-9 Swivel w/ the "blade" feet. I find it much easier to "load" than the stock Harris, and the blade feed can be useful for shooting off barriers, etc. You just pull the legs out to where you want them -- the leg release allows you to push them back in. Weakness, if any, is on smooth concrete (though you could get legs w/ rubber feet from them if you wanted).
