The STUD Ultrapod – It’s A Monopod For Benchrest Shooting

The STUD Ultrapod is the latest product from STUD Loading Systems. It’s a monopod that’s designed for precision Benchrest shooting.

The manufacturer explains that the Ultrapod is a precision elevating device that allows the bench rest shooter the ultimate in vertical, Point of Impact control. It’s a replacement for the common “squeeze bags” and other rear stock adjustment devices.

The Ultrapod has a three-point base that can be adjusted for level with the built-in leveling screws and bubble level. Internally, there’s a double helical screw elevation system that is precision-adjusted using the external rotating collar.

This screw elevation system provides a maximum of 2 Inches of vertical travel, with precision control over exactly how much elevation is required. Importantly, the base and the stock platform (where the rifle’s butt rests) remain in the same position and do not rotate as the Ultrapod’s elevation is changed.

The Ultrapod rests on three rubber feet that resists slipping on smooth surfaces. In addition, there are the same number of stainless steel leveling screws. These allow leveling on irregular, soft surfaces such as wood etc.

The stock platform features two vertical walls with separate TPE (flex material) “bumpers”. These bumpers are designed so that they can be removed and or rotated to create different widths to somewhat “box in” the sides of the stock.

The bumpers have a 1mm wall on one side, with a 2mm side on the other. They can be removed and or flipped to create the best width for your stock. The width can be adjusted from 33mm (no bumpers) to 29mm (2mm bumper sides facing in).

Note that it is not necessary that the bumpers actually trap your gun’s stock on both sides. They are there to eliminate excessive rotation of the platform when operating the elevating ring.

The STUD Ultrapod is 52mm (2.0 Inches) tall when closed. The diameter is x 130mm (5.1 Inches). Together with a weight of only 9.5oz, the Ultrapod is easy to carry in a range bag.

Priced at $169.99, the Ultrapod is available direct from the manufacturer, STUD Loading Systems.

Expect to see these sophisticated monopods in use at air rifle Benchrest competitions near you very soon…


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[Soren Drost]

Looks amazing Nice work !

 

[Lee unsworth]

Very clever design

 

[PA_AirHead]

I can see this being in my case .

 

[Centercut]

I've ordered one, and its on the way to me now. Might have for testing this weekend...

 

[IAMzehTOASTY1]

Oooooo! Now that's neat!

 

[Solo1]

Just an indoor test but it seems pretty good!

 

[TerryE1]

I've ordered one, and its on the way to me now. Might have for testing this weekend...

Order placed so I can loose my bags. I like the bumper feature and until I get mine, I’m curious as to how they’re adjustable. Existing pictures could be better.

 

[Solo1]

Order placed so I can loose my bags. I like the bumper feature and until I get mine, I’m curious as to how they’re adjustable. Existing pictures could be better.

You just twist the red ring clockwise to go up and reverse for down. Used mine today and i like it a bit better than the bag

 

[BanjomanMI76]

I would like to see it attached to one of your BR air guns

 

[TerryE1]

You just twist the red ring clockwise to go up and reverse for down. Used mine today and i like it a bit better than the bag

Understood, but I was referring to the black bumpers. And how do they attach to the base?

 

[Solo1]

Understood, but I was referring to the black bumpers. And how do they attach to the base?

There are 2 thin ones molded in and 2 covers that have an offset slot so you can narrow or widen s bit

 

[TerryE1]

There are 2 thin ones molded in and 2 covers that have an offset slot so you can narrow or widen s bit

Ah, ok now I see how they work. Shipping notice today, so I hope to use it for next match on the 13th.

 

[Solo1]

I would like to see it attached to one of your BR air guns

Well here ya go

 

[Doug]

Hello All and thanks for the interest.

The Bumpers:
The bumpers attach to the Ultrapod by sliding over the tops of the (2) Vertical "towers" for lack of a better description.

The bumpers have different wall thicknesses on them, 1mm on one side and 2mm on the other. By using no bumpers, one bumper or both bumpers "which can also be flipped around" you can create different widths between the "towers". The width can be adjusted from 33mm (no bumpers) to 29mm (2mm bumper sides facing in) for example.

The bumper are just a simple way to keep the stock centered "somewhat" in the center of the Ultrapod. This stops the center platform from spinning when the elevating is rotated,and allows the stock to change elevations in a very controlled fashion.

They DO NOT need to tightly fit the stock (see the second image) for the system to work properly. These bumpers were added later in the design stage to better control the stock while its on the Ultrapod (vs. a flat surface on top). We basically made them wide enough to accept a picatinny rail which we guessed to be about the widest "stock".

Below are a few images that should fill in a few gap for you, and I hope this helps answer your question TerryE1.
Doug
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[Doug]

Ultrapod Operation - Another note for clarification on our Ultrapod as it just came up with a customer.

When rotating the elevating ring in most cases, you will need to lightly hold onto the base momentarily with your other hand as to not have the base rotate. Some customers actually use one hand to both hold the base and also rotate the ring when its in its lower positions. The reason for this is the unit is less than 1lb and depending on the wight of the stock it may not be enough to stop the base from rotating. Please be sure before ordering that a potential 2 hand operation is OK for your style of shooting.

Doug

 

[Solo1]

I like mine, while its not machined aluminum it works well! Managed a 224 using it today!

 

[Doug]

I like mine, while its not machined aluminum it works well! Managed a 224 using it today!

Thanks Solo1, I am thrilled you like your Ultrapod. FYI you Pyramyd Air customers, they should be live on their site in a week or so in. Addition to High Pressure Pneumatics. Tom has them in his store in Michigan now for you who live in Michigan.

We welcome all of your feedback, it keeps us developing new stuff for you..We are working on something just crazy for you FX Impact Slug shooters. As soon as we get it through the patent process we will start sending them to our Product Testers. Doug
Doug

 

[TerryE1]

Works great with my Thomas Replica stock…

 

[Doug]

Perfect Fit!