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Anyone else use one I picked one up this year and really like it so far. I went ahead and ordered the tripod adapter after the fact, and so far am very pleased.
For a total weight of 7 ounces it gives me a bipod that I can use from prone to sitting and a tripod for use with lightweight optics. It packs small as well.
I think with this it will allow me to get my rifle, bipod, tripod, range finder, and spotter to around 9 - 10 lbs total.
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Kevin; I have used one for about 10 yrs. No problems yet. I love the weight of it. phil
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I have been eyeing those for awhile now...Think I might try one !
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I've been using them for a few years now, and I have zero complaints. I just shot my first 2 Pronghorn off of one. The first was about 400 yards and the second was around 300. Both were pretty rushed-type situations and I was comfortable with the stability of the Snipepod.
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Been using a set for 15 years and like'em a lot, use the heck out of them, and don't leave without them. They offer the best of both worlds stability and portability for me.
I got a shorter version for my kids to use when they started hunting and having a rest virtually anywhere is a huge help.
The only thing that I see as a weak spot is the small set screw that attaches the adapter to the sling stud. It can strip out a little too easy and come loose at times due to the fact it can't be reefed down overly tight. A slightly bigger set screw might be nice.
Last edited by Lonny; 10/26/12. Reason: clarity
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I used one for several years. That was before they came out with the tripod set-up. Good product made a few miles from where I live.
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I used one for two seasons then just took it off as I shoot better off my pack in the sitting position while my pack is standing with the stays up. Still have mine, perhaps I'll sell it not sure yet, kinda handy for predator hunting setups, but not so much big game backpack hunting for my uses.
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I also have one with the tripod leg attachment. I love it. It has definitely helped in dropping the weight (and bulk) of my pack and it makes a wonderfully stable shooting platform.
It is far and away superior to any other bipod on the market.
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I agree, i really like it. I tried the tripod with a spotter the other day while walking. The shooting part has worked very well.
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