I have a set of safari sticks I made from tomato stakes and zip ties, as they support both fore end and butt over a a long radius they provide an exceptionally stable platform. The draw backs are traverse is minimal or non existent same as with a bipods and they are really a fixed elevation ie standing, they can be a bit cumbersome setting up but would rival any tripod for accuracy of shot from a fixed position.
I also have a gen 3 trigger stick, currently out on loan, they were $ 300 or so when I got it. It gets used way more as although less stable, with one not 2 points of contact for the firearm traverse is unlimited they go from sitting height to standing, are quick to deploy, and although your not supposed to they function as a good hill stick for someone with buggered knees.
If they're $500 now that's a big increase but knowing what I do about them Id still get a set as they suit some if my shooting, and I never was a bipods fan.
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