 panther308 
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Posted: 5/25/2012 5:28:25 AM
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RocketmanOU
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Posted: 5/25/2012 7:30:09 AM
[Last Edit: 5/25/2012 7:31:55 AM by RocketmanOU]
I use a bag. Doesn't matter whether the surface is soft or hard, and I make 'em out of nylon fabric and airsoft pellets. One of my rifles had a monopod on it when I bought it, and I wound up just taking the thing off, because I found very little use for it based on my style of shooting. Get both, experiment, and see what you like. Here's a pretty good video on the subject:
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Posted: 5/25/2012 8:48:52 AM
[Last Edit: 5/25/2012 8:49:20 AM by chrisr]
I find the monopods aggrivating. If you shoot from different surfaces and heights you'll be adjusting and readjusting the monopopd where with a bag you just squeeze or realese the bag. To me a bag is quicker and cheaper. If you shot from benches that are the same height all the time a monopod may be worth it.
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D-RAS03
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Posted: 5/25/2012 10:16:30 AM
I use my weak hand more than anything. Rarely ever use a rear bag and plan on getting a mono-pod just because it's always there.
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Posted: 5/25/2012 10:35:53 AM
I have both, get the rear bag. I just clip mine to my sling so I never forget it.
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MisterOuchie
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Posted: 5/25/2012 10:39:27 AM
Use both. Rear bag can elevate the pod for more range plus you can squeeze it to adjust if you want. Also, rear bags aren't always used at the rear of the rifle. I put a strap on my triad wedgie the long way so I could hang it off my bipod for supported shots.
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jmt1271
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Posted: 5/25/2012 9:47:40 PM
I had a monopod on my OBR and I liked it if shooting from the bench. Pretty much everywhere else I prefer the bag for sure. Really, I think I actually prefer the bag even on the bench.
The instant, easy and precise ability to adjust elevation by squeezing is more important to me than the rock solid hold once the monopod is on. Changing targets and distances is just faster and easier for me with a bag. |
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Posted: 5/26/2012 8:11:25 AM
I saw a vid by Lonewolf On YouTube and the one from Accushot looked impressive and it showed how he compensated for quick elevation changes by not locking it in, I am seriously considering getting one to try after doing some additional research.
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Posted: 5/26/2012 9:25:34 AM
I've always used a rear bag that I make and fill with airsoft pellets. Like others, I clip it to the rear of my sling so it stays with the rifle when I move
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jmt1271
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Posted: 5/26/2012 1:16:08 PM
Originally Posted By panther308:
I saw a vid by Lonewolf On YouTube and the one from Accushot looked impressive and it showed how he compensated for quick elevation changes by not locking it in, I am seriously considering getting one to try after doing some additional research. The unit from Accu-shot is an excellent piece of gear. It wont disappoint you. I just think that you if you try it, and a quality bag (mine is a Triad) that you will end up preferring the bag. Especially if you shoot from multiple positions and change targets and distances a lot (I.E. train). Worst case scenario, if you dont like the monopod, it will be easy to sell. |
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Posted: 5/27/2012 8:19:06 AM
Originally Posted By jmt1271:
Originally Posted By panther308:
I saw a vid by Lonewolf On YouTube and the one from Accushot looked impressive and it showed how he compensated for quick elevation changes by not locking it in, I am seriously considering getting one to try after doing some additional research. The unit from Accu-shot is an excellent piece of gear. It wont disappoint you. I just think that you if you try it, and a quality bag (mine is a Triad) that you will end up preferring the bag. Especially if you shoot from multiple positions and change targets and distances a lot (I.E. train). Worst case scenario, if you dont like the monopod, it will be easy to sell. I have a Triad wedge bag, I think they call it a Lil Wedgie and it's pretty handy was just looking for something that stayed attached to the rifle. |
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pcsutton
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Posted: 5/27/2012 4:10:54 PM
A mono-pod may prove useful in sighting in a scope and for load development, but for general shooting I'll stick with a bag.
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03PSD
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Posted: 5/27/2012 9:57:25 PM
for you guys who make your own bags, what do you make them out of and what size? how about a couple pix? I like a rear bag but use leather ones that are facotry filled with what feels like sand. They are rear solid but weight a ton and arent as "squishy" as I would like.
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D-RAS03
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Posted: 5/27/2012 10:01:51 PM
Originally Posted By 03PSD:
for you guys who make your own bags, what do you make them out of and what size? how about a couple pix? I like a rear bag but use leather ones that are facotry filled with what feels like sand. They are rear solid but weight a ton and arent as "squishy" as I would like. Check This one out. |
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Posted: 5/28/2012 7:17:48 AM
Take a sock and fill it with poly pellets/doll fill which can be found at most any arts and crafts store and wont be effected by weather or attract rodents like other things like rice or beans. When you have the sock filled to the dimension you want just sew up the top. Doesn't need to be perfect stitches. Then put some shoe goo over the threads to protect them. Simple and cheap as everyone has single socks floating around and poly pellets aren't much.
I usually put the inner sock in another one for extra durability. I also sew on a piece of 550 cord on the top so I have something to wrap on to the stock. |
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