Tripod Shooting

[MG5150]

Hi everyone

I recently purchased a bog deathgrip tripod for fox and rabbit shooting (maybe the occasional deer that comes into the field)

For tripod shooting, how much of your weight are you putting on the rifle? I've noticed that when dry firing there is still a little bit of wobble if I'm leaning onto the gun and supporting it with my offhand. If I aim the gun, then look through it and just pull the trigger, there is no wobble, but not sure what happens with the recoil (223).

With a big more practice in the field I'm sure I'll figure out what works but for now would love to get some feedback from those with more experience.

[Billo]

Get rid of the bog stick and grab a decent Carbon fibre tripod topped with an Arca clamp. Been there and done both, you will shoot groups half the size.

[MG5150]

Get rid of the bog stick and grab a decent Carbon fibre tripod topped with an Arca clamp. Been there and done both, you will shoot groups half the size.

The Bog tripod I got is carbon fibre?

https://huntthenight.com.au/products/bo ... vPwhkjfuWN

[Wapiti]

Do people use these things just set up static next to a vehicle to bring the gear where you want to set up, or do they have a sling on them so you can carry it all around? Or does it fit into a backpack?

[womble]

You have to carry the dumb thing.
I threw mine down a ditch.
Where it belongs.

[Wapiti]

You have to carry the dumb thing.
I threw mine down a ditch.
Where it belongs.

Aren't bipods portable enough? I often find them a pain in the arse to carry around and snag on everything like a magnet, but they are damn steady with your left fist supporting the butt.

[Wapiti]

You have to carry the dumb thing.
I threw mine down a ditch.
Where it belongs.

Actually, I've had second thoughts about that.
Haven't you seen nearly EVERY ad in a shooting magazine, or nearly every really cool YouTube "Influencer" not daring to be seen without a mega thick carbon fibre tripod with Arca rail, with the latest spiral fluted mega rifle on it?

Just think of how cool you would've looked too. Now you won't.

[MG5150]

Do people use these things just set up static next to a vehicle to bring the gear where you want to set up, or do they have a sling on them so you can carry it all around? Or does it fit into a backpack?

I planned out three spots I would set up and shoot from. I put my rifle into it and carried both at the same time over my shoulder... (mainly because I left my sling in the safe)

It wasn't that painful to do, but definitely wouldn't take one into the bush for a stalk. It's fairly easy to collapse down and carry by one leg or even put a handle on it.

[Oldbloke]

Get rid of the bog stick and grab a decent Carbon fibre tripod topped with an Arca clamp. Been there and done both, you will shoot groups half the size.

The Bog tripod I got is carbon fibre?

https://huntthenight.com.au/products/bo ... vPwhkjfuWN

Wow, I can buy a nice rifle for that!

I've used shooting stix for years (sitting length) bloody great.

Couple of months ago made a set shoulder height from ally tubing off an old TV aerial.
High enough for standing shots if used as shooting dtix.
But not too long if I take a seat to wait a while as shooting stix.
When walking with them I have a Y that mounts on top so can be used as a mono pole.

Can be converted to a tripod in a few minutes but TBH after using probably just use it a standard shooting sticks.

Works for me.

Cost,,ummmm $0

[Wapiti]

Do people use these things just set up static next to a vehicle to bring the gear where you want to set up, or do they have a sling on them so you can carry it all around? Or does it fit into a backpack?

I planned out three spots I would set up and shoot from. I put my rifle into it and carried both at the same time over my shoulder... (mainly because I left my sling in the safe)

It wasn't that painful to do, but definitely wouldn't take one into the bush for a stalk. It's fairly easy to collapse down and carry by one leg or even put a handle on it.

Are they steady? They seem very popular now.
I guess that if the shooter was a bit shaky, or had unstable footing, the shoulder contact with the rifle would induce some wobble to the crosshair?
I've always wondered this.

[Oldbloke]

I have one of the cheaper brands. Pretty steady but mine is heavy and will not go low enough for sitting on a stool/chair. Sooo, taking up space in the shed.

Shooting stick not so steady but surprisingly good once you learn how to use them.

[Oldbloke]

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But I have found this knot is superior to the docking rings.

https://youtu.be/cN5FSYJvP9k?si=H1k5fLnLuD6w_DMX

[Billo]

Get rid of the bog stick and grab a decent Carbon fibre tripod topped with an Arca clamp. Been there and done both, you will shoot groups half the size.

The Bog tripod I got is carbon fibre?

https://huntthenight.com.au/products/bo ... vPwhkjfuWN

Yeah Hunt the night is an expensive joint to buy gear off. I grabbed an Innorel CF tripod with a 52mm ball head, all up deliver it was $400 and weighs about 4lbs.

With a 1lb trigger, hitting feeding pigs out to 300m ain't that difficult.

[Billo]

Do people use these things just set up static next to a vehicle to bring the gear where you want to set up, or do they have a sling on them so you can carry it all around? Or does it fit into a backpack?

If the situation is right these lighter tripods can be carried in a backpack or in the hand to a known pig or deer spot.

I usually shoot on 3 spots with decent pig and deer numbers so maybe a 2 to 300m meter carry, wait and watch.

[Blr243]

I bought a tripod from a camera store. It’s def not a rifle rest. But it’s tons lighter to carry. And I can’t see myself shooting anything bigger than 243. Will test it infield next week. Carrying will b annoying but steady shooting is a huge plus. We shall see

[Late_Starter]

Get rid of the bog stick and grab a decent Carbon fibre tripod topped with an Arca clamp. Been there and done both, you will shoot groups half the size.

Billo did you put the Arca mount onto your stock yourself? If so any tips or tricks to do it myself.

I bought a Bog Deathgrip. Got it home and the pan and tilt were seized, it went back for a refund. Bought an alluminium Smart Rest tripod instead but it uses the clamp. Looking to add the Arca rail to my Tikka .223 poly stock. The stock has been stablised with resin so it should be able to take the rail.

[womble]

That really is a killer setup Billo
You’ve thought of everything. Can even find the bolt knob in poor light.

Looking for a portable fog machine to add to my kit now. Very cunning.

[TuskerOrd]

I've used the BOG pod for rabbit hunting, worked fairly good. I would allow the BOG to support all of the rifles weight while only pressing up against the stock with my shoulder. Then my young fella started shooting with me and he struggled with the Bog, a camera tripod was to big and bulky to lug around. We settled on Quad pods.

It supports the rifle front and rear. is light enough for me to use as a walking stick between shots.

[Billo]

Get rid of the bog stick and grab a decent Carbon fibre tripod topped with an Arca clamp. Been there and done both, you will shoot groups half the size.

Billo did you put the Arca mount onto your stock yourself? If so any tips or tricks to do it myself.

I bought a Bog Deathgrip. Got it home and the pan and tilt were seized, it went back for a refund. Bought an alluminium Smart Rest tripod instead but it uses the clamp. Looking to add the Arca rail to my Tikka .223 poly stock. The stock has been stablised with resin so it should be able to take the rail.

Sure did, just got the right sized stainless nuts and bolts that went thru the arca plate and drilled 2 holes thru my stock.

I can flip either my 358W or run the 6.5 prc into he stock. I've set up 1 of my Howa mini stocks the same way and can use either my 6mm ARC or 204 RS aswell.

[Late_Starter]

Sure did, just got the right sized stainless nuts and bolts that went thru the arca plate and drilled 2 holes thru my stock.
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Thanks Billo, I will start looking at that.

[Billo]

Sure did, just got the right sized stainless nuts and bolts that went thru the arca plate and drilled 2 holes thru my stock.
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Thanks Billo, I will start looking at that.

I'll take a few pics of the nuts and bolts with the stock off this week to give you more of an idea

[Fester]

I was never that good shooting standing with sticks and most of my deer were standing with a hand on tree support.

Got a 3 leg trigger set from FleeBay and even that didn't help me, so never practiced much, did work on my offhand shooting as a deer hunter has to for forest walk and stalk hunting.

I did notice with a chair, the trigger sticks were the next best thing to having a bench in the bush.
In a target rich farm environment recently, I shot a critter from a little carry chair with the sticks at last light and took them walking at first light..
Found deer that should have busted me but wind was right, obviously.
Sat on my ass and had to spread the legs to wide angles to get the rifle low.
Took a steady slow shot and it was a perfect heart shot. I seen the meaty flip and the blood spurt but would have been through my left eye rather than the scope as I added some zoomies and no way I would have kept the sight picture.
Not heavy and not a bad walking stick with the comfy grip and trigger adjustment.

[flashman]

HI use a mono this way cut to size Y fork on top , all so acts as a walking stick , depth indicator when crossing creeks , weights jack works well and cheap ......

[Blr243]

Met some blokes the other day. They all had primus tripods. Trigger sticks. I like the look and feel of tried it. Pretty sure I’ll grab the full height version

[Bello]

Hello Mate
I think you may be right about a bit more practice. Perhaps just familiarizing yourself with it.
I have been using one for a while now. Works fine for my type of static shooting at this property.
I hold the rifle as if I were standing without the tripod, the tripod takes the weight.

[FoxSpotter]

I cried once when I bought kopfjager death grip and carbon fibre. It grips the forend with curved in fingers so the rifle won't slip out.

I also bought an expensive "safari sling". This is made to hang your rifle Infront of you , right way up, nstead of over your shoulder. It's also wide like a seat belt, so its more comfortable...

When the two are used in union...I can walk with the rifle in the tripod. This means all I have to do when I see a fox is swing the tripod into vertical position and I'm ready....no need to seat the rifle into the cradle and wind it in. I also make sure the legs are fully spread outwards at this stage

This system has worked very well for me. Quick and quiet and no perpetual setting up and packing up

Tips.
One leg forward, two legs back.

Lock your knees..toes turned inwards does this...maybe another technique too.

Keep rifle at shoulder height...not too low.

Kill Strap. I use one inch webbing material to make a strap from the forend of the rifle down to your foot...mines adjustable...I made it. Alot cheaper than buying . This helps to stabilise the rifle..... admittably.getting your foot into the loop in the dark can be frustrating.

Clear the ground around the tripod...so you can move around it silently.

Hope this helps.

[MG5150]

When the two are used in union...I can walk with the rifle in the tripod. This means all I have to do when I see a fox is swing the tripod into vertical position and I'm ready....no need to seat the rifle into the cradle and wind it in. I also make sure the legs are fully spread outwards at this stage

This system has worked very well for me. Quick and quiet and no perpetual setting up and packing up

I've since acquried a safari sling and walking around has been a lot easier with one less thing to carry (Especially considering I've got a varmin barrel on the 223 and rifle, scope and clip on thermal combined is close to 6kg...

That seems like a good idea having the gun in the tripod and the safari sling but I'm having trouble imagining how you're walking around with a waist height rifle in a sling which is attatched to the tripod with legs extended somewhere around 1.5m for a standing shot.

Can you provide a photo or a more detail description of your setup?

[womble]

Two possibilities.
He’s walking on stilts.
Or it’s an imaginary tripod.

[FoxSpotter]

No stilts involved ..
The tripod swings out to the left, slightly rearwards.at about waist height parallel to the ground.
The fingers on the kopfjager "death grip" keep the rifle securely attached.
Not sure how I'd take a pic...maybe a timer ...I'll keep it in mind next time I head out.

[FoxSpotter]

Kopfjager Reaper Grip