Different styles of shooting sticks.

[xDom]

I recently purchased a set of Vanguard T62U shooting sticks.

https://www.vanguardworld.com/products/quest-t62u

Only $99, delivered. I'm satisfied with the build quality with it being a cheaper item.
I'm after some opinions from anyone that's used sticks. Do you prefer the bipod, tripod, 4-stick system?

I'm thinking that I rushed into, possibly should've gone for the 4-stick system, back and front support.
I've seen a few reviews of a brand, Viper. They look to be the business.

I managed to get some reasonable groups today at about 80m. Hell of a lot better than free standing.

[bladeracer]

I recently purchased a set of Vanguard T62U shooting sticks.

https://www.vanguardworld.com/products/quest-t62u

Only $99, delivered. I'm satisfied with the build quality with it being a cheaper item.
I'm after some opinions from anyone that's used sticks. Do you prefer the bipod, tripod, 4-stick system?

I'm thinking that I rushed into, possibly should've gone for the 4-stick system, back and front support.
I've seen a few reviews of a brand, Viper. They look to be the business.

I managed to get some reasonable groups today at about 80m. Hell of a lot better than free standing.

I have a full-height tripod that has an excellent trigger setup to adjust height one-handed, Rose has hidden it somewhere as I can't find it just now, but I have mentioned it on here before. It allows to you to support the fore end of the rifle holding the trigger in, aim onto the target, release the trigger, and the tripod locks in place.

Found the thread.
https://enoughgun.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=7591

[xDom]

So you're happy with the tripod configuration then?

Do you get a lot of use out of your sticks? I'm more interested in trekking and stalking as opposed to blasting around in the ute with spotties. I think I'm going to be using the sticks a lot.

[bladeracer]

So you're happy with the tripod configuration then?

Do you get a lot of use out of your sticks? I'm more interested in trekking and stalking as opposed to blasting around in the ute with spotties. I think I'm going to be using the sticks a lot.

I generally don't use them as I'm mostly just shooting on the farm blocks. I never go hunting with a vehicle, and I don't spotlight. Every fox I have taken was in daylight.
I have a variety of bipods so I swap them depending on the height of the grass at the time.

[Blr243]

My new hunting blocks are either covered with reeds and scrub so thick that a shot is never possible or it’s totally open. There simply is no “in between” so if I’m about to take a shot in the open I sit on my backside and use two traditionally tied 750 mm sticks as a front support and I use the fact that I’m planted on the ground and the arch of my torso as a back support. This gives me the front and back support without the hassle of an extendable bipod attached to the front of my rifle A bipod is a pain if I have to sling my rifle during carry and two much sticks get stuck in it. If I find myself in the field and realise I have forgotten my shooting sticks I make a new pair from whatever I see around me

[Oldbloke]

I have a tri pod one much the same as you purchased. Dont use it.
But never go hunting without a set of these.

https://youtu.be/cN5FSYJvP9k

I have a sitting & standing version.

[marksman]

this is what I use when walking about in the bush
I have my way of using them and find them very useful
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFkLE4JFGfA

[bigpete]

My new hunting blocks are either covered with reeds and scrub so thick that a shot is never possible or it’s totally open. There simply is no “in between” so if I’m about to take a shot in the open I sit on my backside and use two traditionally tied 750 mm sticks as a front support and I use the fact that I’m planted on the ground and the arch of my torso as a back support. This gives me the front and back support without the hassle of an extendable bipod attached to the front of my rifle A bipod is a pain if I have to sling my rifle during carry and two much sticks get stuck in it. If I find myself in the field and realise I have forgotten my shooting sticks I make a new pair from whatever I see around me

Pretty much what I do. I loath bipods with a passion,but I have been finding my off hand shooting lacking for some jobs,so I either tie sticks together or I use some extendable tent poles I bolted together. I must admit though,I'm keen to buy a set too

[JSS]

this is what I use when walking about in the bush
I have my way of using them and find them very useful
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFkLE4JFGfA

Marksman are those things as good as old mate makes them look in the video?? Because he makes them look like something i can't live without for another second
Did you get them in Oz or buy them direct from his website?

[bigpete]

this is what I use when walking about in the bush
I have my way of using them and find them very useful
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFkLE4JFGfA

Marksman are those things as good as old mate makes them look in the video?? Because he makes them look like something i can't live without for another second
Did you get them in Oz or buy them direct from his website?

They do seem too good to be true...

[Stix]

this is what I use when walking about in the bush
I have my way of using them and find them very useful
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFkLE4JFGfA

Marksman are those things as good as old mate makes them look in the video?? Because he makes them look like something i can't live without for another second
Did you get them in Oz or buy them direct from his website?

They do seem too good to be true...

Before that guy was selling shooting sticks, he was one of those annoying vacuum cleaner salesman that would come into your house, vacuum your half of the mattress & couch & not leave until you bought one, knowing full well your missus wouldnt let you sleep until her side was clean...

He is very well rehearsed thats for sure...!!

Where is your video marksman...? lol...

Seriously though, are you that fluent with them & how long did it take you to find your way so as to not spook hypersensitive deer etc...?

[gordicans]

You can build them yourself for well under $20. Just buy a pair of hiking poles on ebay, and hitch them up using 2 prusik knots....better than a bought one. If old mate with one arm can do this anyone can. He uses old arrows but I reckon hiking poles are better.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azuldb4cGHw

[gordicans]

btw if you like the stand up variety of shooting sticks rather than the sit down variety the Decoy Quad Shooting Sticks from bestfoxwhistle.com are excellent, although the customer service from that company is appalling

[Oldbloke]

10mm wooden dowel from bunnings and some string. Lol Ive heard Some use sheep castration rings.

[gordicans]

wooden dowel is good but hiking poles are a lot lighter and collapsible

[bigpete]

But don't go long enough for standing shots....

[flutch]

best shooting stick is a tree or rail or stump or rock or car bonnet or whatever else is around to lean on... lol

[gordicans]

So you're happy with the tripod configuration then?

Do you get a lot of use out of your sticks? I'm more interested in trekking and stalking as opposed to blasting around in the ute with spotties. I think I'm going to be using the sticks a lot.

Sticks are great, but remember to still keep your front hand under the fore part of the stock and use your sling as though you were shooting prone. The one I use has two rests, one for the fore end and one for the butt of the stock. I love it. I'm going to build a small simple version using hiking poles to use when sitting down.

[marksman]

this is what I use when walking about in the bush
I have my way of using them and find them very useful
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFkLE4JFGfA

Marksman are those things as good as old mate makes them look in the video?? Because he makes them look like something i can't live without for another second
Did you get them in Oz or buy them direct from his website?

the guy is a salesman and I wouldn't use them exactly like he does but these stix ( ) are good
they can be a bit noisy having several pieces clanging if you hold the stix ( ) along your rifle and let them go as you drop to a knee to take a shot
just a case of getting use to using them quietly, they do make your rifle very stable when using them in the offhand pozzy
especially if you do it while leaning against a tree

I bought mine off e-bay a long time ago, I think it cost around $200 AU for 2 sets at the time delivered but I'm sure they will be more expensive now
the idea of making your own is not a bad idea