Stoney Point snap-on bipod (rapid pivot polecat sling swivel mount), the sitting/kneeling length (25 - 43 inches), strapped to the outside of the pack. If I'm on a short stalk, i drop pack, grab the pod, snap it on, then I'm good for a sit or kneel with no adjustment. The legs are rubber mounted so you can make them wider or narrower as needed to adjust height. They have the lightness and flexibility of sticks, but are easier for me to handle because they attach to the rifle and don't slip forward or back when you're in a hurry. The only drawback for me is that you need to have the mount installed on multiple rifles as they are a bit of a hassle to remove and install. The spare mounts are about $15.

I also use a latigo sling which is faster then messing with the bipod/sticks.

I've tried traditional a bipod and didn't like it as well, made the rifle carry, very muzzle heavy.