Which Bipod? I can't decide.

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TITAN308

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I've narrowed it down to the following models and was curious on yall's opinion...

(Reviews put all these as the "top shelf" of bipods - so I can't decide)
(1) GG&G Standard XDS with universal rail mount adapter

7" to 9"

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(2) Versa Pod Sniper Ski with 50-622 HD Picatinny Rail Adapter - Non Canting (designed for the SAW/Heavy Weapons)

5" to 7"

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It all depends on the application. What are you putting it on? What will you be using it for?

If cost were no object, I'd be torn betwee these two mounting systems:
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Like he said it depends on application a bit. If you're mostly working off a bench or other flat hard level surface then something with soft (rubber) not hard (metal) feet will matter, if you're using it in the field go with honking big metal feet that won't dig into soft soil with every recoil impulse.

I haven't tried the "GG&G Standard XDS" so I can't really comment on it. The Versapod I have used & I didn't like the "floppyness" of the mounting spigot. It uses too many functions of the leg spreading spring IMO so none of them are "right" for me. The legs don't really feel locked in at either the open or closed position.

Personally I discovered that very few surfaces are really level, so I now go with something that has a way to allow for cant, but I want something solid fore & aft when deployed & firmly locked closed when not. Neither of those seems to be able to allow for canted surfaces like the other Versapod, or is it just the way I'm seeing them?
 
The bipod will be for a rifle that weighs roughly 32lbs and is shot primarily from a wooden bench, but on occasion from a prone position on any kind of surface. But mainly wood.

I am looking at those Pod Claws and considering a set of those for my standard bipod I have now. Those look like they have a mean grip.

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Ideally I'd like a bipod that is both low and wide, but I think I'd put more emphasis on a wide stance. That and keep it under $150 dollars.

Armalite makes a very nice, very wide bipod, but it carries a price tag closing in on $300 bucks.
 
I'm probably not much help with field bipods. I tend toward improvised support or getting really close for a standing shot. And I haven't hunted in a while. My bipods are currently more focused on bench shooting. Burris makes a very nice bipod that allows for cant, but it has rubber feet, which will not perform as well on dirt. From what you're saying I'd try out a bipod adjustable to 6" to 9". Others here will have better info on bipods with metal feet, which is more likely what you'll want. Anybody?
 
With a 32 Lb rifle I don't think the poster is stalking Bambi! That's either some bench-rest monster or a .50.:cool:

I think it's going to depend on some other factors, such as how well the barrel is isolated from the forend.
What I discovered is that unless the bore is pretty much free floated then you do not want a hard bipod foot in contact with a hard bench top. For soil, dirt, gravel & so on the hard big feet are fine but for a hard rigid bench top I'd go with something having a softer point of contact, such as a good rubber foot.
 
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