Bipod recommendations for mid-Asian ibex hunt in Kyrg & western hunts

[Wildlife_Raye]

Hey y’all. Looking for some recommendations on bipods.

I’m considering the Tricer RP, Rugged Ridge Gen 2 Extreme, or one of the Spartan bipods but am open to suggestions. I’ll be using it on an upcoming mid-Asian ibex hunt in Kyrg, and I also want to upgrade what I’m currently using for western hunts.

I need something lightweight enough for backpacking, adjustable enough for seated or prone shots, and with enough cant and leveling capability to handle uphill or downhill shots in uneven terrain.

What are y’all running and why? Any tripod recommendations as well as lightweight shooting bags would be appreciated as well!

 

[nm.otter]

Spartan Pro Hunt apex with legs from the Springbok bipod -- and this.

 

[rookieforever33]

Hatch Outwest

 

[thinhorn_AK]

I’d just take my atlas for that. I wouldn’t sweat a bit of weight on that hunt, you won’t be carrying much more than a daypack and rifle or hiking particularly far likely using horses.

Long shots, not backpacking, weight would not be a major priority in a rifle for that hunt.

 

[Cwilliams1214]

I'm going to second the Hatch Outwest. Most versatile bipod I've ever put hands on. Tall enough for sitting shots, super adjustable, and doesn't have detents or camlocks. You just pull to height and it locks exactly where you stopped. Genius product.

 

[alaska_bou]

I have the Spartan and the Hatch. The Spartan is nice and light, but your rifle will very easily tip over if your not careful about securing the panning feature. The Hatch is a nice western bipod, but it doesn't go quite low enough for me for prone shots.

In central Asia, you can usually lay down for a shot, but inclination can be a factor. If you are shooting significantly uphill, you may need longer legs to elevate your rifle high enough.

I wouldn't worry about weight. The guides will almost always offer to carry your rifle, and I would let them if they do.