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The Versa-Pod is a knockoff of the famous Parker-Hale bipod that now retails for $300 ( http://fidelisfirearms.com/bipods/). Parker-Hale modeled their bipod after that of the famous Bren Gun of WW2. The bipod legs telescope for height adjustment, the bipod yoke adjusts to the terrain, and the head has a limited swivel for tracking. Versa-Pods are well made like the Parker-Hales, only the price is about 1/3 of them (but an adapter is required in most cases). The original Versa-Pod had feet that were shaped like shoes or “skis”. Now they have added rubber bumpers and some have a claw foot. I still prefer the original shoe.

Some Vers-Pods have an adapter that allows the installation of the bipod, while others use a Picatinny rail mounting + an adapter. The Versa-Pod legs come in various heights, but I find the 9-inch height (extends to 12 inches) about right for me. Depending on the mount selected for the Versa-Pot removal is very easy — either push a latch or loosen the locking screws.

The simplest way to attach the Versa-Pod is buy the V-P p/n 150-200 Tactical Sling Stud Versa-Pod Bipod Adapter ($39.95) and a p/n 150-001 Versa-Pod ® Model 1 Bipod Rest ($89.95). The Versa-Pod website is http://stores.versapod.com/StoreFront.bok?tsetlock=versapod.

There are other adapters on the V-P site. One I like is the p/n 150-807 MIL-STD-1913 Conversion Picatinny Rail M1A and M14 ($68.95) + p/n 150-621 HD Picatinny Rail Versa-Pod Bipod Adapter ($68.95) + p/n 150-001 Versa-Pod ® Model 1 Bipod Rest ($89.95). The M1A/M14 rail will fit most rifles plus it has a sling loop. Depending on which setup you choose, your setup will cost about $158.90 or $227.85.

I am not too much a fan of the Harris bipod because it has too many springs and things to snag on stuff. Most of the common Harris bipods do not articulate like the Parker-Hale/Versa-Pod. I believe the Versa-Pod is the best value for your money.