bipod

[flan7211]

I'm putting my Remington 700 in a Choate USS. They suggest a harris bipod. Any suggestions out there? Do all models come with an adapter?

[Tim K]

An adapter for a rail? If that's what your asking, they don't. They come set up for a sling stud. Most do, at least. I couldn't speak for them all.

I'd consider one that tilts. I have one of each, and the "tilter" is much easier to use on ground that is not level.

This is nice:

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=652827

[flan7211]

thanks i'm a newb with bipods. That was the exact model I was leaning for.

[StagLefty]

Just a thought but I picked mine up at Bass Pro. It's a Caldwell tilting bi-pod for half the price of the Harris. Harris makes a great product but I thing they're selling the name more than the product. JMHO [Beer]

[cysoto]

Just a thought but I picked mine up at Bass Pro. It's a Caldwell tilting bi-pod for half the price of the Harris. Harris makes a great product but I thing they're selling the name more than the product. JMHO [Beer]
Both Caldwell and Shooter's Ridge offer a good quality bipod at a reduced cost. The main difference between these and the Harris is their warranty. If something goes wrong with your Harris, they will repair or exchange it immediately while Caldwell and Shooter's Ridge will tell you to go pound sand.

Another good thing about the Harris is that they hold their value quite well. If you buy one and decide that you need something else, you can recuperate 75% to 80% of your investment.

If you are going to be using this bipod lightly and/or exclusively for bench shooting, I would recommend that you save your money and purchase a lesser expensive brand. If you are planning on taking this setup to the field (hunting & competition) then spend the extra dough and get a Harris or an Atlas.

Whichever model you get, make sure that it has the swivel option. Even if you plan to shoot exclusively from a bench, you will need this feature regularly.

Lastly, the height of the bipod is crucial for your application. A 6" to 9" is great for bench shooting and very low prone only (as long as you are not too big around the waist). In my opinion the 9" to 13" is better suited for prone shooting in a wider variety of terrain condition.

[Tim K]

Lastly, the height of the bipod is crucial for your application. A 6" to 9" is great for bench shooting and very low prone only (as long as you are not too big around the waist). In my opinion the 9" to 13" is better suited for prone shooting in a wider variety of terrain condition.

That is something to consider. Personally, I've never had my legs extended past 8". If my minimum height was 9", I'd be out of luck shooting prone.

[cysoto]

That is something to consider. Personally, I've never had my legs extended past 8". If my minimum height was 9", I'd be out of luck shooting prone.
If the terrain is flat the 6" to 9" is the right choice for the job. The 9" to 13" seems to be better suited for hilly terrain or when shooting at a steep upward angle.