We’ve talked small game and predator hunting. Now let’s move into the larger stuff. Whether you’re chasing whitetails in hardwoods, elk in the mountains, or feral hogs on the move, the right bipod setup can give you an edge. Just remember: gear doesn’t replace skill. It supports it. So, lets get the best bipods for big game hunting.
Hog Hunting: Fast, Unpredictable, and Built for Bipods (Sometimes)
Let’s be clear — feral hogs are a problem. Destructive, invasive, and spreading fast. In states like Texas and Oklahoma, you’re doing landowners a favor every time you drop one.
Now, hog hunting can look very different depending on how you’re doing it:
- Night hunts with thermals from a blind?
- Running spot-and-stalk with an AR?
- Shooting from a truck or elevated stand?
Bipods in Blinds: Not Always Useful
In many setups — especially blinds — there may not be a solid ledge or surface to deploy a bipod. I’ve shot plenty of pigs resting a rifle on a folded jacket or stocking cap on the blind window. Fast, steady enough, and no extra gear needed.
But if you’re hunting from the ground or want a stable platform during a night stalk, a bipod with adjustable height can come in real handy.
Recommended Setup for Hog Hunters:
BT47-NC Tall PSR Atlas Bipod + BT85 Adjustable Leg Extensions
- No clamp model lets you pair with your mount of choice
- Leg extensions help in tall grass or awkward terrain
- Lightweight enough to carry without regret
Pro Tip: If you’re running an AR-10 in .308 or similar, this combo gives you solid stability without bulk — and it handles recoil like a champ.
Common Big Game: Deer, Elk, Moose & Beyond
For whitetail, mule deer, elk, and similar game, the best bipod depends a great deal on how you are hunting the game animals.
- Still hunting or stand hunting in the woods? You might not use a bipod at all. Most of these shots are inside 100 yards, and a tree limb, pack, or even your knees can do the job.
- Spot-and-stalk or high-country hunts? A bipod is a solid backup plan — especially for prone shots across canyons or ridgelines.
Any animal that lives in the mountains that you hope to spot and stalk, you will benefit from having a solid, lightweight bipod as an OPTIONAL support device. The BT10 model Atlas Bipod weighs in at just eleven ounces and is sincerely a solid choice.
Preference to have the ability to quickly attach/detach the bipod moves us to the BT10-LW17 model Atlas Bipod at 12.7 ounces. The American Defense MFG Lever Mount (ADM-170-S) only adds 1.7 ounces and a lot of benefit! Having a quick on/off Bipod in your backpack is the ticket towards success.
First reason for this being, you might not need to use the bipod to make your shot. Second, it is there if you do need it. Third, your back is carrying that weight not your arms, and keeping your rifle as streamlined as possible is a big advantage. And remember, using that backpack as a rest or to build a place to set up the bipod are options to consider.
Top Pick for Big Game: Lightweight, Packable, and Reliable
BT10-LW17 Atlas Bipod
- Just 12.7 oz — easy to carry without slowing you down
- Quick-detach lever lets you snap it on or off fast
- Shorter legs keep a low profile when crawling or shooting prone
Plains Game: The Best Case for a Bipod
Moving to the animals of the plains, most game animals in this environment are stalked or ambushed. Any time you are moving to take game and do not know what you will be presented with to build a position and take a shot, having a bipod is a great idea.
When you’re hunting pronghorn, antelope, or open-range deer in the Great Plains, a bipod can be essential. You never know where you’ll end up setting up for a shot, and the wind out on the plains doesn’t exactly show mercy.
Having a bipod that lets you go prone or shoot seated behind tall grass is a big advantage.
Top Recommendation for Plains Game:
BT47-LW17 Tall PSR Atlas Bipod + BT85 Extensions
- Covers prone to seated positions
- With extensions, lets you adapt fast to changing terrain
- Quick to deploy, steady under pressure
Plan wisely — for you are trying to creep into those animal’s living room, and they are home!
Whitetail: America’s Favorite Big Game Animal
Whitetail deer are the most commonly hunted big game animal in North America — and the ways people hunt them are as varied as the hunters themselves.
Consider if you’re going to be stalking, driving, or stand hunting – all of which encompass sitting on the ground while watching a trail or field. Or, perhaps you’re going to be hunting from a fully enclosed, amenity packed, purpose built hunting space.
After thinking about how you’ll be hunting, consider terrain. In some forests, a 50-yard shot is a long shot, compared to grain fields where shots can be well beyond the common 100-yard sight in range.
The sum of these considerations simply amounts to the area you will hunt and how you will be hunting it.
Drop me off anywhere with a Tall PSR Series Atlas Bipod (model BT47-NC or BT47-LW17) and a pair of the BT85 Adjustable Leg Extensions and I will have my bases covered.
In Summary: What’s the Best Atlas Bipod for Hunting?
To ask which Atlas Bipod is best for a hunting rifle is like asking, “What to wear?”. You must know where you are going, what game you’re hunting and how you will be hunting.
Here’s a quick overview:
| Hunting Type | Recommended Bipod | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|
| Small Game (rabbits, etc.) | No bipod needed | Practice offhand |
| Coyotes, Varmints | BT47-LW17 + BT22/BT85 | Taller legs for field setups |
| Hogs (night, stalk hunts) | BT47-NC + BT85 Extensions | Fast setup, adjustable |
| Whitetail, Elk, Moose | BT10-LW17 | Lightweight, versatile |
| Plains Game | BT47-LW17 + BT85 | Adaptable height, steady shot |
Browse the full Atlas Bipod lineup and accessories at accu-shot.com