Shooting sticks are a type of shooting rest. There are many types of shooting rests and all have their place in the world of hunting and shooting.
However, there is one type of shooting rest that is almost always overlooked as a tool for precision shooting, and that is the mono pod.
A mono-pod is essentially a single leg or stick. In today’s world of hunting and shooting, there are three primary manufacturers that utilize this type of support system for their product: Bog-Pod by GSM Outdoors, Swagger Bipods, and Craig Boddington’s Shooting Stick from Alps Outdoorz.
1. PRIMOS HUNTING Trigger Stick
The PRIMOS HUNTING Trigger Stick Gen 3 Series gives you the purchase you need to keep the action in your target’s view even in the roughest conditions. The 24″- 62″ adjustable design features a reinforced rotating joint, strengthened crossbars, and a new contoured grip with the no-slip backbone to provide steady shooting in all weather conditions. Pull back on the yoke lock to disengage. Bring it into position and push the Lock Arm open to lock it in place.
2. Primos Trigger Stick GEN3
Trigger Stick GEN3 provides total control at the range or in the field. Hunting range gear monopods are made of the highest quality materials including heavy-duty construction, non-slip rubberized feet, padded wrist strap and multiple angle adjustments to get you into your perfect shooting position.
3. BOG Havoc Series Shooting Stick Tripods
BOG Havoc Series Shooting Stick Tripods are the best tactical gear for hunting, shooting, outdoor activity, war gameplay, and tours. Perfect for all weather conditions BOG Havoc Shooting Tripod is not an ordinary bipod or monopod. Made with a lightweight aluminum design, twist locks and USR for convenient use BOG Shooting sticks are the most durable bipods on the market. It can be used in firing position in prone or sitting position when placed onto the ground WITHOUT using a shooting mat.
4. Vanguard VEO 2 AM-234TU Shooting Stick
The Vanguard VEO 2 AM-234TU Shooting Stick has a tri-stand base with ball joint allowing you to plant the stick like a traditional tripod. Its rotating and removable U-shaped yoke allows for quick transition from landscape to portrait orientation, and the removable forearm bar gives you the option to change between horizontal and vertical shooting positions.
5. BOGS DeathGrip Shooting Stick
Take your hunting trip to the next level. The BOGS DeathGrip is a lightweight aluminum shooting stick that was specially designed with the outdoorsman in mind. This sturdy tripod can hold up to 440 pounds of weight, giving you stability while you are hunting or taking photos. A bubble level will even help you get the most accurate shot possible. There are 2 leg lock systems on this product, one locks both legs in place while the other locks just one leg for added stability.
6. Allen Company Shooting Stick
Allen Company Shooting Stick is an adjustable monopod for shooting purposes. This monopod is perfect for taking clear photos and videos of birds by placing your camera on it. It is simple to use and maintain. It includes a detachable mounting adapter to fit any standard camera. This product is light in weight yet can withstand any occasional bumps during operation. The product comes in attractive green color with Allen Company brand name imprinted on it for added style. Every photographer will appreciate this hardy monopod to make their field trips much more enjoyable and fruitful.
7. Vanguard Quest T62U Shooting Stick
The Vanguard Quest 62 is a unique tool which normally stands as a tripod, but can also be used as a Bi-Pod or gun pod. The 62’s see-through top section can be removed to reveal a padded Yoke, which serves as a comfortable carrying handle, and eliminates the need to purchase a separate Bi-pod. The Quest 62 features quick flip leg locks to speed up the takedown process, foam hand grips for increased comfort, and rubber feet for superior grip on any surface.
8. Vanguard Scout B62 Bi Pod
Vanguard’s most comfortable bi-pod for all your hunting needs. The Scout B62 with its comfortable curved easy gripping handgrips with the rubber-like feel and the v-shaped rotating yoke is the best bi-pod for any type of shooting position that you can get on the market. The Scout with its patented quick flip leg lock system makes it easy to use and the black finish is stylish and appealing to everyone.
9. Primos Hunting Trigger Stick Gen3
Constructed from a proprietary blend of DuPont Kevlar, fiberglass and graphite, the new Gen3 Trigger Stick offers a greatly improved platform for all of your hunting needs. An advanced contoured grip with no slip backbone guarantees a better hold. And new quick detach yoke system with integrated lock makes attaching and removing from your firearm fast and easy. The sturdy rotational joint allows for smooth panning on uneven terrain. The Primos Gen3 Trigger Stick is constructed to withstand the toughest conditions while providing a steady shooting base for any hunt.
10. BOG FieldPod Adjustable Ambidextrous Outdoor Range
Their FieldPod Adjustable Ambidextrous Outdoor Range and Hunting Rest combines their leading tripod design with our industry-leading Crosslock pivot point system. This allows all three legs the ability to move the gun rest no matter which direction or angle. The BOG FieldPod weighs less than 6lbs and works for both left and right-handed shooters. With infinite height adjustments, it can be positioned either on top of your firearm, or off to the side of it.
