AR Guns & Hunting’s Dustin Butler compares the pros and cons to using shooting sticks and bipods (Winter 2011 Issue).
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Good video.
This makes me happy I got a shooting stick instead of a bipod.
Dude.. you need a swagger bipod. You could forget all about all of that other gear and focus on the hunt.
What bipod is that
just for the views hit like OMG
Thanks for this video. I was going to get a longer bipod but now I'll just stick to the shooting sticks.
Using a Rifle and Shotgun is a good start. I usually carry my Rifle, a Shotgun, a Handgun, a Crossbow, a Knife, a Slingshot, a pair of scissors and a Toenail clipper….
When you say your preference is a short bipod on a rifle and shooting sticks, what is your preferred size for the bipod? 6"-9" or 9"-13"?
Good video. What cama are you wearing.
Dude. All these bipod mobility problems are solved with the uber light weight Snipepod.
check out the http://www.morseindustriesUSA.com bipod spike for awesome grip on any surface!
Jesus Ted Nugent, i was waiting for you to pull out more guns. It was a clown car. Sorry. Drunk.
Of all the videos I've seen…thanks for getting to the point…Which sticks are you suggesting?
Great video. Clean and well spoken.
This is one of the most useful shooting videos I have seen.
you ever hear of a windsock so we don't got to hear it while you're talking
I never understand why people like shooting coyotes, or how they say in fly over country, Kieyoats. I just don't get it, unless you have sheep or something, but for that why don't people just get insurance like in many parts of the world. As far as I understand, coyotes and other mid level predators help control a lot of rodents that in excess are horrible for crops and can put pressure on plants. If people then shoot them for fun (because you don't eat coyote), then it's just kinda sick. I just don't get it. Sorry. In any case, thanks for the video and for the explanation on your preferences for sticks and bipods.
What kind of sticks is that?
Thanks for this very useful and informative clip. You answered all my questions in such a concise manner. well done
Shooting sticks are for dudes who are 70+ years old. Learn to shoot from a seated position with proper form / triangulation of your arms and legs.
All you need now is the primos adjustable tripod
Great insight thank you for making this video
That was very informative thanks sertanly be taken that on board
Hello Dustin, good info there man. I would like to invite you and your viewers to check out the SmartRest – Hyper Pod, an Australian product. Designed for the exact reasons you were talking about with limitation from bipods and the inconvenience of carrying sticks, especially on uneven and rough terrain. When you are covering great distances for hunting, weight is a big thing, less is better obviously, so we designed the Hyper Pod, which can be used in any situation, angles, elevations etc. Look up SmartRest Hyper Pod, it's on YouTube. I hope you enjoy the footage.
I love my bipod for zeroing at the range and it's great for quickly using on different rifles when needed. But it's pretty pointless for hunting as it can only really be used when going prone. I might chuck one in my pack in case I need it as it can quickly be attached but overall shooting sticks are much more useful. Only downside with sticks though if you have to carry them.
Other negatives about the bipod is any attachment to the rifle adds weight and weight forward on the barrel pulls the barrel down when shooting free hand that can throw aim off. I don't like any attachment on the rifle that does not belong there or is not necessary to its proper function. Such things are often interference to the rifle's proper function. Bipods often have feet at the base that move around so its not as stable a platform as anchored points that stick in the ground. I prefer the old school shooting stick. A monopod shooting stick. An adjustable one is better. There are less negatives to me with a monopod when lacking a proper stable platform to shoot from.
Would you prefer the bi pod to the tri pod ie: the Bog Pod?
Very well done. Good info.
What kind of camo are you wearing?
Good vid dude
Oh wow, i had never even given it that much thought.. Thanks for the vid..
Thanks! A couple of angles I hadn't considered…..
Where can I find that bipod for my shotgun?