Homemade shooting sticks

[Russ16]

I want to make a set of tripod shooting sticks to practice off of. I have the 4stable sticks but want to practice off a tripod in case wind up in a spot where I need to use that setup.

They seem quite simple so I want to try making a set rather than buying. I’m sure some people here have done this. If you have could you share pictures and any tips on what worked for you?

Thanks in advance.

 

[mdwest]

I don’t have any pics… after I started using pro photo grade tripods and arca rails my DIY “Africa” sticks went by the wayside…

But mine were both super simple and very effective..

3x 1” dowel rods… secured by about 4x “ranger bands” (industrial strength rubber bands)…

I put the bands about 24” below the top of the 6’ dowel rods.. they were tight and strong enough to stay in place, no problem..

When I wanted to set the sticks up I simply pulled them apart from below the mid point and deployed them in a tripod… the rubber ranger bands formed a little basket that the rifle lays into…

When done, just lift them off the ground… the bands will pull the legs back straight…

Super simple set up..

 

[coyote wacker]

I made a set of shooting sticks back in the 1970 when I was in High School working Co-op at a sail boat company. Read about shooting sticks in a book about hunting Africa and figured make a set to use for varmit hunting. They are made out of 3/4"x6' carbon-fiber tubes, weigh just a few ounces. We had leather to use on the corners of the sails and repairs and had plent of scraps. A easy project that didn't cost me a penny to make over 55 years ago. Still use them today.

 

[grand veneur]

Post in thread 'Making a set of shooting sticks, any suggestions'

Oct 15, 2025

Bamboo, motorcycle brake cable and a strong sleeve to hold the cable ring together. You can put a heavy big bore rifle on it.

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[Russ16]

Post in thread 'Making a set of shooting sticks, any suggestions'

Oct 15, 2025

Bamboo, motorcycle brake cable and a strong sleeve to hold the cable ring together. You can put a heavy big bore rifle on it.

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Thank you.

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