Tripods ...options
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Hi. I have a recon tripod in alloy with the pig saddle had it years really good and stable. Recently got the revic backpacker carbon tripod and got a Swiss arca rail what a noticeable improvement also have a carbon fiber Swarovski tripod. I suppose it depends how your using your tripod obviously if carrying them weight is important.
If weight saving is what your after then a carbon fibre tripod with an arca rail would be the way I'd go.
The clamp, which depending on your rifles stock/chassis, will add a good chunk of weight at the top and make it unwieldy.
I went for the bigger legged Rekon tripod and use a ball head with QD arca clamp, lightweight and sturdy
The clamp, which depending on your rifles stock/chassis, will add a good chunk of weight at the top and make it unwieldy.
I went for the bigger legged Rekon tripod and use a ball head with QD arca clamp, lightweight and sturdy
Hog saddle is aluminium, pig saddle is steel. So weight is one aspect - the Hog is 'heavier duty', but both work in hunting environments. These were the 'original' saddles - there are a fair few alternates in the market now.
On tripod, there are a lot of options - and you can spend a lot less - and a lot more - on a tripod. All depends on need and budget.
On tripod, there are a lot of options - and you can spend a lot less - and a lot more - on a tripod. All depends on need and budget.
trucraft
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How does it differ from this one?
Had my eye on one of these for a little while with an archer clamp.
Sunwayfoto - 4 Section Carbon Fiber Tripod Kit for Hunting/Shooting - T3240CS
Carbon Fiber Tripod Kit with integrated ballhead specially dedicated for hunting/shooting applications. Quick-action Lock-lever provides quick locking when adjusting the ballhead. Sealed Twist Locks effectively prevent water, sand or dust from entering the locks and tubes. Excellent stability...
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Edit - it has a vise clamp instead of the arca swiss clamp. And it is thicker.How does it differ from this one?
Had my eye on one of these for a little while with an archer clamp.
Sunwayfoto - 4 Section Carbon Fiber Tripod Kit for Hunting/Shooting - T3240CS
Carbon Fiber Tripod Kit with integrated ballhead specially dedicated for hunting/shooting applications. Quick-action Lock-lever provides quick locking when adjusting the ballhead. Sealed Twist Locks effectively prevent water, sand or dust from entering the locks and tubes. Excellent stability...
I use this sunwayfoto one and I've found it to be really good. I dont use a saddle though as i fitted a SRS arca hunter rail to my rifle so I can clip straight in or shoot off a tac table and bag. Its been very good for the nrl hunter matches as well
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/36467351...8645&toolid=10029&customid=522551166329557121
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/36467351...8645&toolid=10029&customid=522551166329557121
Ranger22
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I fancied a tripod. Got to use one whilst on a course. I was disappointed with it, not as stable as I thought it would be. It wasn’t a cheap one either, believe it was a Rekon with a pig saddle on it. Perhaps I just need more time with one to hone my skills. At the moment I’m sticking to my quads. I’d try before you buy
Flash G 74
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Hello, I am not a Stalker but understand the need for a good solid Tripod with your rifles where most are mainly for Air Rifles, That i presume comes at a cost for good quality made ones, Now days i cannot shoot with out my sticks and that is just for a PCP,
Evening,
I’ve shot off carbon Rekon tripod with a pig saddle for my work. The saddle is very secure but the carbon doesn’t ‘sit down’ like ally. It will hold your rifle, regardless of weight but you have to muscle it onto target,
If you’re walking/stalking over great distances then the carbon maybe makes sense but the ally does provide a better shot/stability when its required.
I’d rather carry the weight and ditch something else to ensure the stable shot.
I’ve shot off carbon Rekon tripod with a pig saddle for my work. The saddle is very secure but the carbon doesn’t ‘sit down’ like ally. It will hold your rifle, regardless of weight but you have to muscle it onto target,
If you’re walking/stalking over great distances then the carbon maybe makes sense but the ally does provide a better shot/stability when its required.
I’d rather carry the weight and ditch something else to ensure the stable shot.
same design as ours but without the 20kg ball head or the extension tube to take it to 72" (also heavier...How does it differ from this one?
Had my eye on one of these for a little while with an archer clamp.
Sunwayfoto - 4 Section Carbon Fiber Tripod Kit for Hunting/Shooting - T3240CS
Carbon Fiber Tripod Kit with integrated ballhead specially dedicated for hunting/shooting applications. Quick-action Lock-lever provides quick locking when adjusting the ballhead. Sealed Twist Locks effectively prevent water, sand or dust from entering the locks and tubes. Excellent stability...
)K.H - Tikka
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I now use the Leofoto Mountain LN-364C. Max load of 35kg, levelling base with ARCA clamp. To say it’s stable would be an understatement. Excellent bit of kit!
K.H
K.H
Nocturnal Kiwi
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Sunwayfoto popular here in NZ with long range and hill / alpine shooters.
I bought my sunwayfoto back in January (2025) and I've never really been happy with the arca clamp because its the type that uses a screw to tighten it yet in some of their advert pics they have the QR lever type which i prefer. I messaged them on ebay on Friday and they're shipping one to me on Monday free of charge. If it turns up I'd say that was pretty good customer service.
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