PRS tripod

[one shot ST]

Today I've used the 2 tripods recently arrived, prone, seat and stand up position.
Good items they works great, I agree with the words of Sharon " We chose SLIK for several reasons. We wanted something lightweight, durable and affordable. The SLIK tripod models we use fit all of those requirements."

nothing to say, was a pleasure to deal with PRS, they also give me a Sling Keepers The Sling-Keeper is basically a velcro strap which attaches to your rifle to hold the sling in place for storage to keep stuff from getting tangled up.

 

[one shot ST]

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some more pictures

 

[one shot ST]

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The Sling Keepers ...I don't know if I've installed it in the right manner....but works for me.

 

[Red Ryder]

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When I shoot with this same tripod, I place the front end of the stock (where the bipods are attached) on the rest. I notice that you place the rifle so that the rest is much further back - underneath the action. Do you find that this provides a more stable platform?

 

[SPDSNYPR]

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RedRyder - I'm not the OP, but I use it the same way as he does. To me, the tripod holds much more of the weight of the rifle when used close to the balance point, and if you are shooting movers, there is no comparison. It is much easier to track targets when the tripod is closer to the rear of the rifle.

 

[Sumpter Steve]

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Nice post. I love my PRS tripod as well.

 

[one shot ST]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SPDSNYPR</div><div class="ubbcode-body">RedRyder - I'm not the OP, but I use it the same way as he does. To me, the tripod holds much more of the weight of the rifle when used close to the balance point, and if you are shooting movers, there is no comparison. It is much easier to track targets when the tripod is closer to the rear of the rifle. </div></div>

I agree...

 

[Sumpter Steve]

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Does anyone make a "cradle" for AR-10 (rail equipped) rifles? I usually just put a small rear bag on my PRS cradle so that it fits the rifle a little better but I'm sure someone out there makes what I need. Thanks.

 

[Platypus]

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First of all thank you Davide for the kind words and I am glad to see that everything made it to the field.
As has been discussed already the "sweet spot" for the rifle used in conjunction with a cradle on a tripod typically is close to the balance point. This does several things, the majority of the rifles weight is supported by the tripod reducing shooter fatigue, especially on long deployments. With a balanced pivot point adjusting right and left as well as elevation changes are quickly made without having to alter the body position hardly at all. A more mid point rest also helps manage recoil returning the rifle to you target line quicker without the perception of recoil hop. With a tripod support in your kit the shot and it's accuracy are not limited by trying to make a poor position or available organic support work for you.
Steve, the AR platforms whether 5.56, 7.62, or some other caliber the variety of fore end configurations make it tough to give a specific size for each. My Troy fore end on my 7.62 AR works like a champ in the SSP-1 while one of my 5.56 guns with a YHM fore end and Tango Down full rail covers works great in the SSP-2. I have had good results with using an additional thin bag on top of the thinner fore ends when using the SSP-2. Shoot me a PM
when you get a chance with the make and model of fore end you are using as I am working on a couple ideas that may help you out.
As many different ways that I have seen the "Sling Keeper" utilized I don't think there is a wrong way to apply it. When I get to my real computer I'll introduce the "Sling Keeper" properly.
If anyone should have any questions please do not hesitate to PM, email, or give us a call.

 

[dinosdeuce]

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It is a well made set up. I really like mine. It also works great steadying binos in the wind. I was up in Wyoming a few weeks ago after antelope. With out the PRS I would not have been able to get distances on anything because the wind was blowing so hard.
As far a shooting, with practice i can now use it better and faster than using sticks.

Dino

 

[pyplynr]

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I got mine in last week. Absolutely love the setup. So far been on 2 coyote hunting outings with it, and I'm pissed I didn't get it sooner. They also overcharged me for shipping and sent me an email and refund before I even noticed it. Good honest folks at PRS!

+1 for PRS

 

[Red Ryder]

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Thanks Davide for this post and for all the good comments in response to my question.

I too, really like my PRS. Since I've had mine, I haven't used my 6" - 9" bipod at all. There is a learning curve with this tool however. It allows you to do things in shooting scenarios that you couldn't do before. At least that's been my experience.

 

[ggmanning]

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They are nice and the pistol grip head I bought from Danel makes it even better.

 

[memilanuk]

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Is the shoe plate (for lack of a better term) supposed to be detachable on the medium Slik tripod? Mine keeps wanting to come loose about 3/4 turn, but no further - so I can't get it apart to put some red Loctite on it.