Bipod Hop

[Baldman]

Ok Folks,

Any suggestions on reducing / removing bipod hop?

Rifle is a Ruger American Predator in .223
Bipod is a Harris style bipod, traditional rubber feet

Shooting from a seated position off of a bench

First 3 shots out of the gun just to sight it in and get it on paper @ 25 yards was clover leaf.

Once I got it sighted in at 100 yards last 3 shots looked like dot, dot ,dot Morse code with holes touching so I think the gun can shoot better than what I am capable of now. My issue is follow up shots are taking longer than I would like as the bipod hops after each shot. I'm trying to load the bipod to reduce the hop but can't stop it consistently. Any hints on technics or accessories to reduce the hop are appreciated.

 

[fireman 9731]

Ditch the bi-pod and use sandbags instead. Or maybe try a shooting mat or something soft under the feet of the bi-pod. Shooting off a hard surface doesn't seem to help any for me. Also, loading the bi-pod probably isn't helping either. I have the best luck when I let the rifle rest and recoil naturally, fighting physics is rarely beneficial.

 

[jmorris]

I made this rest out of some angle iron, plate steel and a scissor jack. Bag the rear of the rifle and adjust for elevation at the front 30 lbs of steel doesn't move around much.

 

[TTundra]

Lean into the bipod a little more. Putting a little more forward pressure onto the legs can help.

 

[TTundra]

I made this rest out of some angle iron, plate steel and a scissor jack. Bag the rear of the rifle and adjust for elevation at the front 30 lbs of steel doesn't move around much.

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that is the best jackstand rest Ive ever seen. If you ever think about making another one, give me a holler.

 

[MtnCreek]

Trying to load a bipod on a hard surface is tough. IMHO, save the bipod for other positions and bag the rifle when on a bench.

 

[rodregier]

If you want a low-friction bipod setup, use a Frisbee.

 

[ants]

If you need to use the bipod (like sighting in for a match or a hunt or whatever)...

Try a carpet square. Or furniture sliders (the ones with carpet on the bottom). Or those old beanbag ashtrays.

 

[RainDodger]

Yeah... my bipod is on there for emergencies. Never use it. Only sandbags if available.