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8 Best Shooting Rests of 2022

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By: Rome / Last Updated September 5, 2022

A good shooting rest has its place in your arsenal. They help you maintain a steady shot when you need to and are incredibly helpful when sighting in rifles and handguns. You can even use them for shotguns. Many shooting rests come in 2 or 3 piece configurations that allow you to adjust to fit more firearms. You can lengthen them for shotguns or shorten them for pistols. A high-quality shooting rest will provide a stable shooting surface that won’t harm your firearms and will help you get the perfect shot every time. 

In fact, a sturdy shooting rest is just as important as a weapon light, gun cleaning kit or even a gun safe to protect your firearms. 

Shooting rests come in various types depending on the type of shooting you will be doing. For example, you can get shooting rest bags, adjustable rests that give you more options such as an elevation-adjustable platform and other types that will come in handy when you need a perfect shot every time. 

Here Are a Few Reasons Why a Shooting Rest is Beneficial:

  1. They keep your firearm steady to give you a perfect shot.
  2. Shooting rests are perfect for sighting in rifles, handguns and shotguns.
  3. They’re portable and can be taken to the shooting range. 
  4. You can adjust them to fit various firearms. 
  5. They’re perfect for disabled hunters that have difficulty aiming.
  6. A shooting rest for your tree stand can drastically improve your success rate.

Here are the best shooting rests on the market:

Caldwell Lead Sled DFT 2 Rifle Shooting Rest

The Caldwell Lead Sled DFT 2 is adjustable, ambidextrous and perfect for sighting in your firearms. It stabilizes your shots and reduces recoil. This rifle shooting rest features an adjustable dual-frame that allows you to fit it to firearms of various sizes. You can simply slide the front cradle to choose the perfect length for any rifle or shotgun. The fingertip rear elevation adjustment makes it incredibly easy to adjust your shooting rest. 

The material is non-marring and won’t damage your guns. The front rest is adjustable and provides up to 18” of movement to fit a large number of firearms. You can stabilize this shooting rest with Caldwell Lead Sled weighted bags. 

The Caldwell Lead Sled DFT2 is one of the best shooting rests out there and has a great recoil reduction system that helps you get the best shot possible. 

BOG FieldPod Adjustable Ambidextrous Shooting Rest

BOG makes great hunting products and the FieldPod is another great addition to their lineup. The FieldPod is designed to give you the perfect shot by stabilizing your rifle and reducing recoil. You can secure your firearm and free up your hands to handle other important tasks while you wait for the perfect shot. Use your binoculars or call your game while your gun stays trained. 

You can configure the FieldPod to fit all types of firearms from rifles, muzzleloaders and shotguns. Adjustments can be made quickly if you need to make changes and it has independently adjustable legs so you can secure your firearm on rugged terrain. 

We like the BOG FieldPod shooting rest because it’s sturdy, versatile and can be used with just about any rifle or shotgun. 

CTK Precision P3 Ultimate Shooting Rest

The CTK Precision P3 Ultimate gun shooting rest is a great choice for someone that wants a gun rest that can handle rifles and handguns. You can convert it into a gun vise with the optional vise attachment and it’s made with rugged steel construction that will last a long time. It has an E-coat finish both interior and exterior that adds to its longevity. 

This gun rest provides you with an incredibly sturdy shooting platform that features a 3 point leveling system with thumb locks to give you the perfect shot. You can adjust this shooting rest to fit all firearms. You can use the telescoping front “Y” rest to get on target. The marine carpet on the Y rest makes it even more rugged. 

We like this shooting rest because it’s fully adjustable and fits both rifles and handguns of all sizes. 

Vanguard Porta Aim Gun Rest

The Vanguard Porta Aim gun rest is one of the best in class. It features quick height adjustments on the fly and the anti-vibration bag rotates a full 360 degrees to give you more shooting options. This gun rest gives you stable shooting support that will improve your accuracy and allow you to take the best shots possible. 

This gun rest can be used for the shooting range or hunting. It’s made from rugged material and will last through many seasons. You can keep your focus on your target due to the 360-degree swivel and you can make one-handed adjustments quickly and efficiently. This gun rest is lightweight enough to take anywhere and you can fold it up while transporting it. 

We like the Vanguard Porta-Aim because it’s sturdy, swivels all the way around and is made from rugged black aluminum that will last a long time.

BOG TreePod Ambidextrous Shooting Rest for Tree Stand

The BOG TreePod is a great tree stand shooting rest that’s designed with high-quality materials and gets the job done. It’s easy to adjust and ensures that you get the best shot possible every time. The TreePod is also great for disabled hunters that need a tree stand shooting rest to improve their aim. 

The BOG shooting rest for tree stands is easy to install and can help any hunter steady their rifle while hunting. You can use it on ladder stands, towers or other types of tree stands. Many tree stands are made without gun rests and the BOG TreePod fixes that issue and allows hunters to get the best shot possible every single time. 

MTM K-Zone Shooting Rest for Rifles and Handguns

The MTM K-Zone is a great choice for a shooting rest that can handle various types of rifles and handguns. It’s fully adjustable to fit your firearms and you can dial it into the exact position you need. The screw pedestal can be adjusted to fit your needs and the handgun pad can be removed when you want to shoot rifles. 

This is a great shooting rest for hunting as it’s made from lightweight, but heavy-duty materials that will last a long time. You can add shooting rest bags if you need more weight for heavy caliber rifles. Another interesting feature is the low-slung center design that gives you additional room for large magazines. 

The MTM K-Zone shooting rest is one of the most well-rounded shooting rests out there and is why we included it on this list. 

BOG ChairPod Adjustable Shooting Rest 

The BOG ChairPod is designed for hunters and shooters that want a shooting rest with a comfortable chair. These are great for deer stands and deer blinds because you can fix your aim and not worry about it. You can free up your hands to do other tasks while the BOG ChairPod keeps your rifle on your target. The chair is comfortable, lightweight and you can fold it down and carry it like a backpack to get to your hunting spot.

This is a great option for those who don’t want to share a shooting bench with other hunters or while shooting at the range. We think the BOG ChairPod is a great addition for anyone wanting their own portable personal shooting space.

Caldwell DeadShot Shooting Bag Combo

The Caldwell DeadShot shooting bag combo is incredibly rugged, water-resistant and designed to be used outdoors. You can take these hunting to get the perfect shot or use them at the shooting range. Either way, you will get the best shots possible as this shooting rest by Caldwell gives you perfect aim every time. 

These shooting rest bags are easy to transport and take with you to your hunting spot or to the shooting range for target practice. They weigh 7 pounds 10 ounces and can easily fit in your shooting bag. You can secure your DeadShot bags together with the quick-connect system for easy storage and transportation. 

Caldwell makes great shooting supplies and these gun rest bags are made from tough 600 Denier polyester materials that are water-resistant and rugged enough for the woods. 

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