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Andy L
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posted July 27, 2006 05:15 AM
Im sure this has been covered at some point in time, but hopefully yall can steer me in the right direction. I want to buy some shooting sticks. Is there any particular brand or type to stay away from? Any particular type to absolutely get? Any ideas?
I have used a bipod the last few years and they seem to limit you quite a bit. I would appreicate any help.
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Lonny
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posted July 27, 2006 05:57 AM
Thats a tough one Andy. Everybody seems to like something different. I use the Snipepod. From my view the SP is kind of a cross between sticks and a pod. If buying a set of sticks though, I think I'd go with the Verne Howey sticks. All Predator Calls ***** them for around $40.
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Kokopelli
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posted July 27, 2006 06:53 AM
I like the ones by Stoney Point that 'scope down. I belive that they also have an add-on that turns it into a tri-pod availble.
The truth is though, my homemade yucca stalk sticks work just as well and cost nothing.
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bigben
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posted July 27, 2006 07:11 AM
I have a set of the bungee cord type ones that snap together like a tent pole. they are great it it isn't close to or below freezing. the aluminum tips freeze into the ground and then it is a pain to get them out.
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Cal Taylor
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posted July 27, 2006 07:41 AM
I use the Vern Howeys and like them. I used snipe pods before that, and I like them, but they aren't durable enough for beating snakes or dogs if the need arises. I think you have an airedale Andy? If so you'll need the ones made by Merv Griswold for E.L.K.. They are steel rods, and are the only ones for airedales. Fiberglass just wont hold up on an airedales hard head. ![[Big Grin]](biggrin.gif)
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Kokopelli
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posted July 27, 2006 07:55 AM
BigBen; Take your sticks to an archery shop and ask to see some slip on rubber blunts. Should solve that freezing in problem.
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Lonny
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posted July 27, 2006 08:53 AM
Cal, I seem to remember you saying a while back that you "wore" out a snipe pod. My thought at the time was, "how in the heck did he wear a set out?" After all, I have had my SP for at least ten years and they aren't close to being wore out. Now that you mentioned that you used them for snake control and a dog discipline tool it makes sense. It shows that a good set of sticks can be used as a multi-tool that no one should be without.
[ July 27, 2006, 08:55 AM: Message edited by: Lonny ]
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JoeF
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posted July 27, 2006 09:31 AM
I've got one of the fiberglass collapsable monopods that is great for shooting a rifle off of. For me personally, it is worthless for a pistol, I do better off-hand. (?????)
The monopod is great because it is long enough to be used as a walking stick, a great asset on rough terrain when you have a gimpy knee.
I had to laugh when I read Cal's post. I can imagine that an airdale would be beyond its' capabilities. Its' functionality on beagles is just barely acceptable....
On the other hand, I have found it to be quite adequate for loading cows and calves.
I think I need to get a set of crossed sticks for setting down on a coyote stand.
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bigben
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posted July 27, 2006 09:52 AM
I use to have the problem with my sticks freezing. I work in a machine shop and I made new ones that does not sink in to the ground no more. this helps out with the freezin problem.
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Leonard
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posted July 27, 2006 10:05 AM
Yikes! How can you hunt where it freezes?
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stevecriner
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posted July 27, 2006 10:18 AM
I love the predator snyper styx. They work great.
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posted July 27, 2006 10:39 AM
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Cdog911
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posted July 27, 2006 10:58 AM
I made myself a set like you find from ELK Inc and they work great. Recently acquired a set of the new style Predator Sniper Styx from Brent Rueb here in Kansas and they work really great. They work as both a bipod, and have a shorter third leg that can be deployed for a tripod in that occasionaly looooooong shot situation where you need the extra stability.
Brent makes them with a shoulder strap to make them easier to carry, even though they're so light, it's no bother keeping them in one hand.
One thing is for sure, once you learn how to use them, you never leave the truck without them. At first, I would frequently have to make a short hike back because I'd forget them. Nowadays, I'd sooner leave my boots then go in without my sticks. If for no other reason than they're handy to lean my feeling-older-every-day ass on when I need a breather trying to keep up with my gunner. I really gotta teach that boy the merits of walking dwon that hill and screwin' all those cows.
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posted July 27, 2006 12:35 PM
I use shooting sticks and, like Cdog, now that I am so used to them, I can't bear to leave the truck without them. I own both predator snyper stix and stoney point. The PS stix are really nice and work great, but the stoney points are my favorite. I really like the ability to extend and retract the legs. Setting them up on each stand to match the terain takes just a few seconds and makes me more comfortable compared to the fixed-length type. I also like to sometimes make a stand on my feet when I feel that to be advantageous for the setup. My stoney points will accomodate that type of stand as well, as they can be extended to as tall as me. I've also used them extended this way to help steady me with my binoculars when spotting a hillside for deer, etc. I do like the idea of the pivoting cradle on the Howey. Someone should come up with the best of both worlds. (if they don't already exist?) Pivoting rifle cradle, AND extendable legs. Good luck on your search. Just like with most everything else, we each prefer something different depending.
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Cal Taylor
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posted July 27, 2006 01:00 PM
Lonny, the part that wears out on the Snipe Pod for me is the little set screw that adjusts the tension on the ball joints. It is so tiny that I either strip it out or apparently the end that touches the ball wears off fast and eventually I can't get any tension. But they really are too light for dog tuning and snake control. The ones of E.L.K.s are just too dang heavy. The predator sticks from Kansas are Ok, but I like Howeys idea the best because if you turn following a coyote you aren't putting pressure on the side of your forend.
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posted July 27, 2006 01:26 PM
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Yikes! How can you hunt where it freezes?
Its great! You should come out sometime.
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bigben
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posted July 27, 2006 02:10 PM
I still haven't figured out how you guys would wanna hunt with sweat runnin down ever where. man october can't get here fast enough.
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dog243
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posted July 28, 2006 03:47 PM
Got the Snipe Pods and they are great.
Yes come on October.
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Andy L
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posted July 28, 2006 04:55 PM
Thanks for the replys. Where do I find these Vern Howie sticks? I looked on APC and they only listed one kind and that werent them.
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Lonny
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posted July 28, 2006 05:36 PM
Andy, I just checked APC to make sure. He has the Verne Howey sticks listed. I did a search on APC for "Verne Howey Sticks" and they came up. Even said right on the description of the sticks that they were "hard to find". ![[Smile]](smile.gif) Call AP Jones,(the head guy at APC)he will find them for you.
Cal, I know exactly what you mean about those tiny fricken set screws...
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PAyotehunter
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posted July 28, 2006 05:40 PM
Here is a link to shooting sticks. Verne Howey shooting sticks is at the bottom of the page, $39.95.
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TA17Rem
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posted July 28, 2006 06:09 PM
i use shooting sticks from E.L.K. products. two steel rods with a fuel line hose and a couple nuts for the pivot. I've tried most of the others and this is the one that works good for me. 
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posted July 28, 2006 06:12 PM
2nd pic. 
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Andy L
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posted July 28, 2006 06:15 PM
Huh, when I went to APC, I just got the top one. The link worked, thanks. The page didnt load for some reason before? Thanks again....
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