Bipod ?

[USMCret]

So do you carry a bipod on your rifle sheep hunting? I use to believe in them but most of my hunting now I’ve carried shooting stix that is an adjustable trigger walking stick that I love but know that may not be practical for a sheep hunt. I do have the Wiser Precision adapter for my walking stix on the way. If you do…. What make and model do you have? What has that done to your rifle weight?

 

[Jwlovie]

Following.

 

[MQQSE]

100% always. I’ve taken 7 rams and each one was killed using a bipod. I’d rather lose 1# off my belly than drop the bipod off of my gun. I use an Atlas bipod. I’m sure there are better ones out there and probably a little lighter too.

Just my opinion.

Or just get really close.

 

[hereinaz]

I ditched the bipod after learning how to shoot off a tripod. Can also replace shooting sticks.

I can always shoot off a tripod but some situations on the side of a mountain can’t shoot off bipods.

That said, most have to upgrade their tripod and then practice.

I like CykePod because they work. A little heavier though.

 

[waspocrew]

I’m a big fan of my ckyepod, but it’s on the heavy side.

I have a Dall hunt booked for 2026 and will be using my Gunwerks elevate. Nearly the same features as my single pull Ckyepod, but weighs quite a bit less.

 

[AC300PRC]

I run an Atlas bipod with a RRS ARC clamp, I won’t leave home without it. I also use my tripod in situations I absolutely can’t use my bipod. The speed and stability of a bipod just can’t be beat.

 

[Marty]

I carry a tripod over a bipod. Tripod gets used for my binos, spotter, and rifle.

 

[AC300PRC]

Threads like this make me think I might be going overboard. My walking sticks have Wiser quick stix adapters on them, my tripod has a Tricer DZ head so I can shoot off it, and I’ve got an Atlas bt20 always mounted on my full length arca rail. I definitely have a problem.

 

[Marty]

Threads like this make me think I might be going overboard. My walking sticks have Wiser quick stix adapters on them, my tripod has a Tricer DZ head so I can shoot off it, and I’ve got an Atlas bt20 always mounted on my full length arca rail. I definitely have a problem.

lol. don't be this guy...

 

[Smoke10]

I took a bipod along on my sheep hunt this last August. It probably makes the rifle weigh a pound extra. I run a Harris 9-13". Don't remember specific model right now...
But I would make the same choice if I am ever able go go sheep hunting again.

I didn't end up using my bipod when shooting the ram (ridgeline I shot from was so steep I rested the floorplate of my rifle magazine on the ridge and supported the buttstock). This being said, I really enjoyed being able to stand up my rifle on the bipod when it wasn't on my pack: sleeping at night, setting up/breaking down camp, glassing, etc.

 

[rookieforever33]

Haven't sheep hunted with it but I use a hatch bipod lately. It sets up well on uneven terrain. Nice and tall to get over things in the site line. Like others have said a bipod makes a great kickstand when setting your rifle on the ground. Get one that attaches/detaches quickly if you want to try one.

 

[Doc Holliday]

I took the following on 2 sheep hunts:

Spartan bipod

and

Outdoorsman adapter for the tripod https://outdoorsmans.com/products/outdoorsmans-rifle-rest

1st time was very rushed, still had my pack on my back, steep angle in the middle of a boulder field where neither would have worked, and shot off guides pack. 2nd time had plenty of time to get setup and angle was less steep, used Spartan.

 

[Samson7x]

I use the Gunwerks one and really like it for a lightweight option.

 

[buffybr]

I've had a 8-12" Harris bipod for many years and I use it practice shooting every week, but I've never taken it hunting. My 4 rams were each one shot kills using a tree branch, rock, or backpack for a rest or just shot prone.

After my first African hunt in 2000 where my guide carried shooting sticks, I made my own 3' and 6' shooting sticks for practing here at home, and I did shoot my antelope one year off of the 3' one. I then bought first a 27-40" Trigger Stick tripod and then a 40-66" Trigger Stick tripod that also works as a walking stick. I've used these in recent years, and used the long one when I shot my moose a year ago.

 

[ReddingArcher]

I shot my sheep off my Spartan bipod. I was prepared to use whatever means to make the shot. I had the Spartan adapter for my tripod I could have used, my pack, or my bipod. In the moment I had to drop my pack quick and had my bipod in my pocket. Used it and my bino harness as a rear rest and it worked out perfect. Granted it was only 130 yards but I was rock solid.

 

[Dawg In Montana]

I have not carried a bipod in a while…I go with a tripod or over a backpack if I need to get prone. There is definitely a balance between being prepared for every scenario and not going overboard.

 

[Rams horns]

I have never packed the bipod in the backcountry on a sheep hunt because of the extra weight. I pray for a nice shot with time on my side where I can get rested on a tree, rock or backpack. I hope those aren't my famous last words.

 

[B_Reynolds_AK]

Being set up to shoot off of your tripod that you’ll have with you anyway is the key. Much more versatile than a bipod as you can shoot away from steep slopes or in really awkward terrain.

 

[buckpro]

I carry a spartan and always will. I carry a tripod also but have never shot off of one.
I can't imagine not carrying a bipod, seeing these guys trying to make 3-500 yard shots off a backpack just doesnt make sense to me if your truly trying to be level.

 

[cuerro viejo]

I carry hatch, while I also have an arca rail and have used tripod to take animals off it, the speed of Hatch wins