This is not for everyone but for those of you who hunt the way i do, you will understand. Long range coyotes in open grassy hills. Cant go prone as to much grass, hard to get real steady for those 500-600 yard shots on coyotes that hang up. So, use a RRS tripod and then built a single leg monopod for the rear. Only weighs a few ounces and is out of the way when carrying to stands. I really don't have to carry it far as use an electric buggy to cover most of the distance and then just go the last hundred yards or so on foot. Also, when i do hunt cover and don't think i will need it very easy to detach and put in my pack. Just clip in on if i feel it might be needed. The biggest challenge is to modify your stock to get a picatinny rail solidly attached. I have tested a lot of stuff and i will tell you this is solid. Love the RRS tripod but getting the rear of the rifle to contact the ground directly really keeps it steady.
I definitely understand the appeal of a tripod and being clipped in, especially for high angle shooting.
I've tried being clipped in a bit, but am also super impressed with how well one can shoot with just a Game Changer placed on a tripod head after removing the spotter. My buddy uses a Preston plate on an Arca rail with flat bag, and that rocks as well. Maybe the most versatile setup.
I'd like to try the Crux system, but don't really have a need for it.
I can see the value of the rear monopod. My question is how quickly can you attach it as well as adjust it's height? Fleshing out the idea of using it for the new NRL Hunter matches. Prone is king but sometimes a good solid tripod position gets one up/over a bush the match director strategically places in front of me.
