spready Posted September 23, 2014 Report Share Posted September 23, 2014 Im after abit of advice , I'm struggling to shoot accurately off bipod stick. I use them mainly for my rimfire shooting using the .22 and .17 , to give me a steeper angle to shoot from . I bought a set of Primos bipod trigger sticks from a shooting show, but finding it hard work. any suggestions? would using a tripod version help? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shootgun Posted September 23, 2014 Report Share Posted September 23, 2014 would using a tripod version help? Definitely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spready Posted September 23, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 23, 2014 maybe hard work setting up quick for rabbit shooting? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shootgun Posted September 23, 2014 Report Share Posted September 23, 2014 You just need to get used, and with a bit of practice you will be able to deploy it in couple of seconds. Have a look at the Primos gen 2 tripod, the one with the trigger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spready Posted September 23, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 23, 2014 Yes I've seen that, I've got the bipod version they are expensive but really good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loriusgarrulus Posted September 23, 2014 Report Share Posted September 23, 2014 I have the primos tripod trigger stick. Very quick to set up and stable in use. The odd leg facility is great for uneven ground. Pricey, but well worth it. It also drops down enough to use when sitting on a seat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spready Posted September 23, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 23, 2014 Cheers for the advice guys.... might have to stick the bipod version up for sale then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malkiserow Posted September 23, 2014 Report Share Posted September 23, 2014 Have you thought about making your own quad-pod sticks from B+Q canes? - they are really good. I use mine all the time now. There will be some in the DIY section on this site Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted September 23, 2014 Report Share Posted September 23, 2014 I think the whole issue of shooting sticks is being "over thought". Earlier in the year post op on my left shoulder I started playing around with stuff and actually made a really good to shoot from (in practice) single stick gizmo that attached at the waist and the front sling swivel. I mean at this time I couldn't hold a gun off hand hand in the aim with my own arm alone yet I could make good shots to 50 yards standing with the device and it swung well enough for use on running shots (in theory). I was quite exited as was one of my buddies but what a hassle it proved to be when tested in the field! I suspect many such devices come to market without any great amount of field time. I use either a single stick or a simple bipod stick, what is really needed is a lot of practice in both deployment and shooting and a lot of this can be done in front of a mirror at home (on deployment methods) or via dry firing. Though ask yourself the question how many actually put the time in doing this let alone live firing on paper at the range Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshwarrior Posted September 23, 2014 Report Share Posted September 23, 2014 Twin stick can be significantly improved by adding a loop from the junction of the stocks to the floor that your front sits in and pulls tight. Adding more stability the rest is practise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dougy Posted September 23, 2014 Report Share Posted September 23, 2014 Twin stick can be significantly improved by adding a loop from the junction of the stocks to the floor that your front sits in and pulls tight. Adding more stability the rest is practise. Thats what i used now and again Long piece of rope a loop one end and a C clip (carabiner) the other clip to your belt- loop round the V of your sticks rope long enough for you to tread on push sticks forward to tighten and you now have a steady Tri-pod Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
telf Posted September 23, 2014 Report Share Posted September 23, 2014 Have you thought about making your own quad-pod sticks from B+Q canes? - they are really good. I use mine all the time now. There will be some in the DIY section on this site [/quote i have a couple of sets of these,solid as a rock and alot easier to operate than people make out,use mine all the time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daz181 Posted September 23, 2014 Report Share Posted September 23, 2014 DIY is defo way forwards. I bought 2x green 6ft garden canes, bolt and washers from B&Q. Cost about £12. Perfect for the job, lamped 9 rabbits last night 8 where heads shots over hilly ground... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ging125 Posted September 23, 2014 Report Share Posted September 23, 2014 I made some quad sticks from the green garden canes too. head shooting rabbits @ 80yrd with remmy 700 varmint barrel. Would'nt go with out them now and improves safety as it increase the backdrop compared to prone on a bipod. I can deploy fairly quickly and quietly too. Comes with practice tho! Youtube - mark gilcrist Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kes Posted September 23, 2014 Report Share Posted September 23, 2014 (edited) I have a tripod from Bushwear - Decoy , very stable but not a quick setup. I made a tripod from 1" oak but single length for my height - awkward to carry but able to shoot foxes up to 250 yds. I quite like the idea of quad sticks, just rock back and forward for sighting - Roy luptons videos are a good indication. Cheap and cheerful will do the job but I've never tried Primos. If its possible, Harris off the bonnet is the best for me but tripod, homemade or bought is best for 'fieldwork', IMHO. Edited September 23, 2014 by Kes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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