Shooting sticks

[Tony gilbert]

I'm just wondering is a tripod or shooting sticks a better option for muzzleloading

 

[toytruck]

I use a Primos tripod trigger stick. Love it for hunting! I had a bipod, but it won't stand by itself like the tripod. My son has the bipod now.

 

[snapbang]

Absolutely. It irritates me watching these Alaska shows and the women tries to freehand shoot at several hundred yards. There is a snowmobile or the snow itself with a backpack thrown on it would increase her chances by the hundreds. A bi pod while leaning against a tree or stationary object is nearly as good as a benchrest.

 

[ElDiablo]

Depends on the situation. I’ve used various shooting sticks, bipods and tripods ( Harris bipod, BOG-pod shooting sticks, Hog saddle with tripod, etc). Currently my favorites are a Spartan bipod, or Spartan Davros head with a carbon fiber tripod. Depends on what terrain I’m hunting, how far from the truck Im hiking and how far the average shot is anticipated to be. Most of my shots are 100-300 yards. I always use some sort of rest: backpack, bipod or a tripod.

 

[deermanok]

I have a set of sticks, mostly use them with the crossbow when I'm hunting on the ground.

 

[snapbang]

I usually cut a couple of sticks at the location I hunt and zip them together with a zip tie. Cheap and useful.

 

[phalanx]

I have the Primos bipod and tripod. Always use them when hunting from a blind or elsewhere on the ground. I a treestand I use the railing. Tripod for me is best

 

[Nannyhammer]

I've used the Pole Cat shooting sticks for almost 25 years. Works just fine and doesn't weigh much. I have the taller set so that I can shoot standing up if shooting over tall grass.

 

[Harley469]

I prefer the Primos Monopod because it is easy to carry and extremely quick to adjust. I am almost always hunting on the ground, and never from a blind. If I was hunting from a blind I would use a tripod, probably the Primos with the Bog Death Grip attachment (I use this set up sometimes when coyote hunting for extra stability for extremely long range shots.

 

[GregK]

If I have the room by all means I prefer my bog pod death grip tripod

Greg

 

[Snake Pleskin]

In Europe back in the day, when I was part of DOD/DIA etc we caught a few "belligerents"(PC name for Tangos) who used a 6ft length of rope as their rifle rest. They would loop it around a tree. stick the rifle barrel through it and twist it once or twice, instant rest. It worked very well to steady the shot.

 

[Blackrock]

Made one this weekend. "Cave Dweller" on YouTube has a short video and the sticks are fully adjustable and customizable. 2 dowels, 2 nails, some small caliber rope/twine. Carry a piece of leather for the "crotch"

 

[gman57]

I carry the Primos Monopod also , Its light easy to use and not in the way while traveling .Usually clipped to my climber or my backpack.

 

[ThreePoint]

BOG has a large selection at various price points.

Tripods | Bog

 

[chubby ninja]

I was in my local BassPro store with my Bil from Iowa . We happened upon the aisle of the shooting sticks. My B.I.L.. asked if I used them.Being frugal by nature [cheep] I asked him if he carried a pair of pruners. He said yes ,I replied I cut my own recyclable monopod .I cut a 3 ft sapling about 3/4 in . in diameter. To shoot with it, I grasp it in 4 fingers of my left hand,using the web between index finger and thumb to cradle the gun.Try it at your next range session.It really tightened up my groups.

 

[idahoron]

I designed my sticks back in 2007. I have used mine on every hunt I have been on. I have three sizes. 48", 36", and 15" set. I designed them with arrow inserts in the foot end so I could use either a metal spike/field point or a rubber blunt point. The leather strap allows the gun to recoil and not be affected by hard pressure points from the sticks. Here is a video and pictures of mine.

 

[snapbang]

perfect on Rons home made sticks.

 

[Bad Karma]

Absolutely. It irritates me watching these Alaska shows and the women tries to freehand shoot at several hundred yards. There is a snowmobile or the snow itself with a backpack thrown on it would increase her chances by the hundreds. A bi pod while leaning against a tree or stationary object is nearly as good as a benchrest.

I’d bet the producers edit out the part where she rests from her snow machine. Doesn’t look as cool but every rifleman knows it’s how it’s done. Especially if you’re hungry…

 

[Bad Karma]

WRT bipods, I have long used two 36” walnut dowels shear lashed together. It’s quickly adjustable and very stable.

 

[SDK]

Second vote for the Primos Trigger Stick tripod. It works as a low tripod in a Turkey blind, high tripod for long distance shots, and a quick, easy carry/silently expanding monopod for stalking/still hunting.

I would not do anything other than stand hunting without one. Even then I would probably have it with me in case an opportunity arises on the way to or from the stand…