Primos Trigger Stick

[bluegrassdan]

I have been looking for a solid Bi Pod style shooting stick to replace my Vangard set because my new stock forend does not fit the V head very well. I have tried trekking poles, monopods and thought maybe the Gen 3 Trigger Stick might work. Boy was I wrong, what a POS! The trigger lock does not work, the legs just randomly extend with the lock solidly on and when I put my rifle on the rest, the legs just keep sliding wider and wider or collapsing the legs. My rifle weighs in at 9lbs, surely they can do better than that for the price point. So, after some unkind words, I started to look at the BOG brand. I am not a big fan of dragging a tripod around, so this Bi Pod sticks was the compromise. I will be in Newfoundland, so sitting or prone shooting will be an exception most of the time and kneeling or standing will be the usual position. I just want something steadier than offhand or trying to use the scrub brush for support. What do you guys use? Are the BOG bipod style decent or are they just as much of a marketing scam as the Primos?

 

[X13]

I have been looking for a solid Bi Pod style shooting stick to replace my Vangard set because my new stock forend does not fit the V head very well. I have tried trekking poles, monopods and thought maybe the Gen 3 Trigger Stick might work. Boy was I wrong, what a POS! The trigger lock does not work, the legs just randomly extend with the lock solidly on and when I put my rifle on the rest, the legs just keep sliding wider and wider or collapsing the legs. My rifle weighs in at 9lbs, surely they can do better than that for the price point. So, after some unkind words, I started to look at the BOG brand. I am not a big fan of dragging a tripod around, so this Bi Pod sticks was the compromise. I will be in Newfoundland, so sitting or prone shooting will be an exception most of the time and kneeling or standing will be the usual position. I just want something steadier than offhand or trying to use the scrub brush for support. What do you guys use? Are the BOG bipod style decent or are they just as much of a marketing scam as the Primos?

You may have gotten a dud. I’d get them to send you a replacement.

I can’t speak for the bipod but been using the trigger stick tripods for a decade. Everyone I hunt with uses them as well for drive hunting whitetails and sitting on field edges. They aren’t bomb proof, usually get 3 seasons out of one before they break or malfunction, less if you use them like a heavy duty walking stick.

I haven’t found a suitable replacement in the same category of weight and portability. The only way to go from there is a full blown tripod/gun vise set up

 

[Hams42]

My uncle is still running a gen 2 trigger stick and he loves it. I gave up on sticks years ago and shoot off of a bipod or a tripod.

I have the death grip bog tripod and it is solid but as you said it's a pain to haul. If you have 2 people but only one shooter it works great because one person gets the tripod and one gets the gun.

I also use a tricer bipod. I really like it but it is super bulky and kind of heavy. But I can shoot from 6" off the ground to just about kneeling (I'm 6'1" for reference).

The other option that I have seen that looks promising is Spartans new Springbok line they look solid.

 

[TN2shot07]

I really like my springbok from spartan, I’ve been using it the last 2 seasons. It has regular twist leg locks so it’s definitely not as fast as the trigger stick but the quality is there. I keep mine set at the height for me to be sitting on the ground, I can adjust it from there if needed

 

[Hams42]

I really like my springbok from spartan, I’ve been using it the last 2 seasons. It has regular twist leg locks so it’s definitely not as fast as the trigger stick but the quality is there. I keep mine set at the height for me to be sitting on the ground, I can adjust it from there if needed

Do you have the one that unfolds to have the rear rest or just the regular bipod?

 

[bluegrassdan]

You may have gotten a dud. I’d get them to send you a replacement.

I can’t speak for the bipod but been using the trigger stick tripods for a decade. Everyone I hunt with uses them as well for drive hunting whitetails and sitting on field edges. They aren’t bomb proof, usually get 3 seasons out of one before they break or malfunction, less if you use them like a heavy duty walking stick.

I haven’t found a suitable replacement in the same category of weight and portability. The only way to go from there is a full blown tripod/gun vise set up

I am hoping maybe that was the case. If not, I am really disappointed in the brand, they make pretty good stuff but this one kind of ruined that for me. I need to give them a call and see what they say. . If they don't want to make good I am going to probably re machine the parts of the head that I can out of some better material.

 

[TN2shot07]

Do you have the one that unfolds to have the rear rest or just the regular bipod?

Mine is just the bipod version

 

[X13]

I am hoping maybe that was the case. If not, I am really disappointed in the brand, they make pretty good stuff but this one kind of ruined that for me. I need to give them a call and see what they say. . If they don't want to make good I am going to probably re machine the parts of the head that I can out of some better material.

They make some junk too, I'm not a Primos fanboy, but I haven't had any completely defective trigger sticks in the past. Being a hunting super-corporation, I'd assume they'll send you a replacement without much issue

 

[bluegrassdan]

I reached out to Primos warranty dept. Lets see what they say.

 

[jpc01101]

Those spartan springbok quad sticks are crazy expensive (but sweet and you will never get more stead standing). There are alternatives. I brought 3 sets home from SA last year while I was there got them for like $50 US each. Let me see if I can find.

these are essentially the same:

Black Essential Shooting Stick | 4 Stable Sticks USA

Elevate your hunting experience with the Black Essential shooting stick. Enjoy unparalleled precision, stability, and a lightweight design for perfect shots.

4stablesticksusa.com

 

[noharleyyet]

My uncle is still running a gen 2 trigger stick and he loves it. I gave up on sticks years ago and shoot off of a bipod or a tripod.

I have the death grip bog tripod and it is solid but as you said it's a pain to haul. If you have 2 people but only one shooter it works great because one person gets the tripod and one gets the gun.

I also use a tricer bipod. I really like it but it is super bulky and kind of heavy. But I can shoot from 6" off the ground to just about kneeling (I'm 6'1" for reference).

The other option that I have seen that looks promising is Spartans new Springbok line they look solid

Son and I used the aluminum death grip bog pod a couple seasons ago, as bolded above, for New Mexico cow elk...worked well.

 

[Hams42]

Son and I used the aluminum death grip bog pod a couple seasons ago, as bolded above, for New Mexico cow elk...worked well.

I ended up tearing mine apart and putting a 360 head on it. In addition I put an arca clamp on it to just clip my gun right in.

 

[jpc01101]

Bog Pods are SO HEAVY, not a good solution unless someone else is carrying then they are great and super stable

 

[noharleyyet]

Bog Pods are SO HEAVY, not a good solution unless someone else is carrying then they are great and super stable

*aluminum is 8.5lbs

BOG Deathgrip Infinite Carbon Tripod
4196-1163389
Compounding on the overwhelming success of the original DeathGrip® tripods, BOG™ took on the unenviable task of making the world's best tripod even better. As you'd expect from BOG™, we went out and did it. The DeathGrip® Infinite series is designed as a multi-functional tripod platform, utilizing an Arca-Swiss® mount system that allows for quick-change between optics and shooting situations using the DeathGrip® UltraLite head. The premium woven carbon fiber legs provide lightweight, durability and an overall weight of 6-1/2 lbs. A glass-smooth ball head mount provides 360 degrees of rotation and 180 degrees of tilt, ensuring you can quickly acquire your target, no matter the terrain or situation. Combine this with proprietary rubber feet with removable spikes, twist-lock legs for quick, secure height adjustment, and a weight that is comparable to tripods up to 4 times its price and you have the best tripod ever made.

 

[Hams42]

*aluminum is 8.5lbs

BOG Deathgrip Infinite Carbon Tripod
4196-1163389
Compounding on the overwhelming success of the original DeathGrip® tripods, BOG™ took on the unenviable task of making the world's best tripod even better. As you'd expect from BOG™, we went out and did it. The DeathGrip® Infinite series is designed as a multi-functional tripod platform, utilizing an Arca-Swiss® mount system that allows for quick-change between optics and shooting situations using the DeathGrip® UltraLite head. The premium woven carbon fiber legs provide lightweight, durability and an overall weight of 6-1/2 lbs. A glass-smooth ball head mount provides 360 degrees of rotation and 180 degrees of tilt, ensuring you can quickly acquire your target, no matter the terrain or situation. Combine this with proprietary rubber feet with removable spikes, twist-lock legs for quick, secure height adjustment, and a weight that is comparable to tripods up to 4 times its price and you have the best tripod ever made.

My problem with the new version is that it was double the price.

 

[hank4elk]

Was gifted a Primos trigger stick tripod gen 3 a few years back. Solid quick shooting platform.

 

[dan.kirkpatrick]

6 1/2 lbs for the carbon fiber bog pod?? still way too heavy,,i think the shocky sticks are decent for the weight but a bit fragile,,there is room for improvement for sure,,lugging that 9 1/2 pound rifle sounds like a work out on a long hike.

 

[Gellar]

Someone left a trigger stick at my house during deer season. I used it turkey hunting the other day. Same issues as you had. It was not easy to retract or extend. I don’t think it would survive a full season of me beating it but I got a good deal on it. Maybe that’s why no one claimed it when I sent out a group text?

 

[SFC B]

Here are a couple of lighter weight, better quality options. We get a LOT of Bog Pods and Trigger Sticks back. I tried the BP clamp/saddle and it crapped the bed almost immediately.

https://www.scheels.com/p/86001344822?queryID=b2339eada5020bd2

https://www.scheels.com/p/84382913598?queryID=f4e47de224f23ec2 (I have this with the Vortex clamp......full disclosure I got the tripod free but bought the clamp after the BP went teats up but also use it with the ARCA)