Range Report Labradar rest
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i use both, depends on the surface. tripods are bust for uneven surfaces, the plate is good on concrete...but be sure to have some weight on it.
if i had to pick one over the other, id go tripod as its more versatile. just make sure it can get super low and i recomend one without the center column. the quadpod is also a good choice, very sturdy.
I use CAL bipods id say my minimum height is 1 click up where i shoot and zero at 100y..the rest is elevated higher for longer range..is the labradar brand tripod (orange) will work or its too high?
So the thing about that tripod is the center column is high and gangily. in wind the labradar becomes a sail and it could still tip over. but if you go that route, just put a sand bag over the legs and you should be fine and no height wont be an issue.
anything that can get as low as possible and spread the legs out. The nightforce tripod is a good one but the center column is always the sticking point. if you can find one where you can move that center column entirely and use a base you will be much better off but i would look for one that can go as low as 4-6".
as suggested, the quad pod is solid as well. This video from @Cjwise5 at PRN shows the quad pod. it also shows a good example of the type of tripod you should look for.
This tripod works well for me. I just added another nut in between for a tighter/more secure fit. I tried a manfrotto tripod, but it was too narrow (might tip over)... this pod can get very low and act as a plate type stand as well. Worth $32 IMO. It’s a solid piece and has rubber feet.
Amazon.com : Bestshoot Desktop Mini Tripod Load 3KG Universal 3 Legs Monopod Base Stand Unipod Support Compatible with Canon 60D 60D 5D Nikon D90 Sony A58 A7RII DSLR Cameras Video Micro Shooting : Camera & Photo
Amazon.com : Bestshoot Desktop Mini Tripod Load 3KG Universal 3 Legs Monopod Base Stand Unipod Support Compatible with Canon 60D 60D 5D Nikon D90 Sony A58 A7RII DSLR Cameras Video Micro Shooting : Camera & Photo
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this is the same i use...super solid and legs get as low as using a plate, no complaints
Here’s a pic. The nut gets tighten up to black spacer which shortens the stud that goes into the Labradar. Makes the entire connection more solid and secure. I felt the stud was too long and wouldn’t tighten good enough. When I did move the spacers up, it would be loose after a bit at the range from just manipulating the whole thing around. Works for me...
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I just use my regular tripod over the top of the rifle like the quad pod occasionally. Its the same concept, and I get the adjust ability of the tripod legs to match heights on either side. Then I also use the plate beside the rifle if I am in a rush or forgot the tripod.
