shooting sticks
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relayer1989
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- Belleville, Ontario
I bought a Primos Trigger Stick Gen 3 Bipod for a moose hunt this year.
I really liked the sticks as they were easy to manipulate, extend, etc.
However, towards the end of the hunt one of the legs would no longer lock rendering it near useless.
I did use them as a walking stick and maybe put too much weight on them. So if you are not on rugged terrain and use them strictly as shooting sticks they work well.
I really liked the sticks as they were easy to manipulate, extend, etc.
However, towards the end of the hunt one of the legs would no longer lock rendering it near useless.
I did use them as a walking stick and maybe put too much weight on them. So if you are not on rugged terrain and use them strictly as shooting sticks they work well.
I'm that guy that doesn't practice my off-season shooting.
But in the field, I take a rest using what is available; the trunk of a tree, take a rest holding one elbow off a knee. Or suck it up and shoot off-hand.
I can't see myself ever packing around a rifle trigger stick or tripod.
If I did, I'd make my own with a small poplar that had a nice natural fork in it, then peel the bark off... oh wait, I've already done that. Once the sap dries out of it, a poplar stick weighs next to nothing. And cost ZERO $$$...
I made one for stalking spring black bear, some years back. Still have it, but have never used it on game yet.
But in the field, I take a rest using what is available; the trunk of a tree, take a rest holding one elbow off a knee. Or suck it up and shoot off-hand.
I can't see myself ever packing around a rifle trigger stick or tripod.
If I did, I'd make my own with a small poplar that had a nice natural fork in it, then peel the bark off... oh wait, I've already done that. Once the sap dries out of it, a poplar stick weighs next to nothing. And cost ZERO $$$...
I made one for stalking spring black bear, some years back. Still have it, but have never used it on game yet.
I’ve used crossed sticks for years. Dowels held together with a bolt or wire or rubber tubing or a bit of inner tube work very well. If you want to use walking sticks for rough terrain or extra power when dragging a deer wiser precision makes a wonderful device which converts walking sticks into shooting sticks and then back to walking sticks. Works exceptionally well. The old bamboo cross country ski poles make excellent shooting sticks.
I’ve regularly hunted with sticks for 10? years and now everyone in our group hunts with sticks. All are either dowel, bamboo or walking poles with the wiser precision device. My daughter bought a set of the Primos trigger sticks and after a year of practicing and hunting with them went back to dowels. She found the Primos to be large, heavy, slow to get into action and prone to being noisy.
Shooting sticks with a little practise substantially improve field accuracy. A 200, 250 yard shot is “sure thing” range.
I strongly encourage your son to give the sticks a go, but to save the dollars for practise ammo and cobble a set together in the shop or garage from dowel or bamboo. I predict in a few years others in your hunting group will adopt the sticks.
That being said if 100% of your hunting is from fixed blinds and stands something like the bog pod or primos stick would also work well.
Let us know which way to decide to go.
I’ve regularly hunted with sticks for 10? years and now everyone in our group hunts with sticks. All are either dowel, bamboo or walking poles with the wiser precision device. My daughter bought a set of the Primos trigger sticks and after a year of practicing and hunting with them went back to dowels. She found the Primos to be large, heavy, slow to get into action and prone to being noisy.
Shooting sticks with a little practise substantially improve field accuracy. A 200, 250 yard shot is “sure thing” range.
I strongly encourage your son to give the sticks a go, but to save the dollars for practise ammo and cobble a set together in the shop or garage from dowel or bamboo. I predict in a few years others in your hunting group will adopt the sticks.
That being said if 100% of your hunting is from fixed blinds and stands something like the bog pod or primos stick would also work well.
Let us know which way to decide to go.
canadian hunter312
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- Brant County
You can make your own with 4 old aluminum/carbon arrows, tent pole shock cord and a couple metal sleeves slight larger diameter than the arrows.
I keep them folded up and stuck in my boot. When i need to shoot I grab the top, pull it out of my boot and the lower sections automatically straighten and slide into the sleeve making the sticks ready for use instantly.
Cheap, lightweight, and super easy to use.
I keep them folded up and stuck in my boot. When i need to shoot I grab the top, pull it out of my boot and the lower sections automatically straighten and slide into the sleeve making the sticks ready for use instantly.
Cheap, lightweight, and super easy to use.
I have a collapsible walking stick that I have added a rifle rest to the top of. I wouldn’t drag around one of those giant tripod deals, but the walking stick is light weight and easy to strap to the side of my day pack. If I set up on a watch it’s adjustable in height and I can adjust it to suit. Also helps on steep terrain! Further, it cost me $20 at Canadian tire and the modifications consisted of some hockey tape and scraps in my shop.
I used varied, immprovised field shooting positions for many years, in all terrain types and did not have much of an issues, except when there wasn't a handy tree or bush big enough to get above the buck brush or willows.
I have a Bog Pod tripod that I have used intermittently in the field over the years, but have preferred using the Trigger Sticks since getting them as they are quicker to deploy when in the field. I have the single stick, but did get the tripod version for my wife and daughter for its added stability. If using as a walking stick, I do not put too much weight on the single, and if using the tripod one, I bind the legs for this purpose with its strap for the added strength. Haven't had the issue with the trigger sticks experienced by those above, but did with the Bog Pod. Fortunately, with the Bog Pod, it was easily fixed by adjusting the clamp screw on the leg section that wasn't holding.
Be sure to practice off of whatever you get, as my wife and daughter have both learned that it definitely is not the same as shooting off the bench, when using ot for hunting. They both found it challenging to hit the targets when in the field off the trigger sticks. But with practice, they are experiencing improved success.
I have a Bog Pod tripod that I have used intermittently in the field over the years, but have preferred using the Trigger Sticks since getting them as they are quicker to deploy when in the field. I have the single stick, but did get the tripod version for my wife and daughter for its added stability. If using as a walking stick, I do not put too much weight on the single, and if using the tripod one, I bind the legs for this purpose with its strap for the added strength. Haven't had the issue with the trigger sticks experienced by those above, but did with the Bog Pod. Fortunately, with the Bog Pod, it was easily fixed by adjusting the clamp screw on the leg section that wasn't holding.
Be sure to practice off of whatever you get, as my wife and daughter have both learned that it definitely is not the same as shooting off the bench, when using ot for hunting. They both found it challenging to hit the targets when in the field off the trigger sticks. But with practice, they are experiencing improved success.
elimsprint
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- Kelowna, BC
I've been using this for years, https://www.varmintal.com/abifu.htm
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I tried a shooting stick for gopher shooting. It was a pain in the a$$. I maybe used it once.
Lately I’ve used an old camera tripod with a custom base for the rifle (thanks to my professional gopher shooter buddy from Onterrible) and a little folder stool. The camera tripod is stable, adjustable every which way, and light. When I have staved off the latest attack, I simply pick the stool and tripod and move on. They are light enough to carry both in one hand. I also use a piece of pool noodle over the stock, which makes tiny adjustments easy.
I know it sounds funny, but it has worked like a charm for me. My back doesn’t allow me to stand for long periods, so this has increased the positive experience in the field.
Lately I’ve used an old camera tripod with a custom base for the rifle (thanks to my professional gopher shooter buddy from Onterrible) and a little folder stool. The camera tripod is stable, adjustable every which way, and light. When I have staved off the latest attack, I simply pick the stool and tripod and move on. They are light enough to carry both in one hand. I also use a piece of pool noodle over the stock, which makes tiny adjustments easy.
I know it sounds funny, but it has worked like a charm for me. My back doesn’t allow me to stand for long periods, so this has increased the positive experience in the field.
Those are what I use too but no spoon for me
As for material, I use an old wooden hockey stick cut down the middle, very strong and cheap
I use a Canadian Tire special lol. It is a single leg shooting stick. There are 3 sections that extend, when it is not extended it is a out a foot and a half long or so. It has 3 pieces that extend and you can adjust the length that even if a 6 foot person is standing they can use it. It also doubles as a walking stick. Works well for my needs and it did not cost that much. It was around $30.
prairie lover
CGN Regular
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- southern MB
Cabelas has some nice ones. Extend from the sitting position all the way up to standing. Ive been using them for 10 years and have multiple sets. No real issues. A must for hunting weather its coyotes deer or elk.
I use an older Primus shooting stick as a walking staff, and as a support when I shoot.
It has a handy V notch Top that is padded, and adjustable leg so I can use it in a blind, or standing.
I use it more s a walking staff than for shooting from however.
Cat
It has a handy V notch Top that is padded, and adjustable leg so I can use it in a blind, or standing.
I use it more s a walking staff than for shooting from however.
Cat
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