Description
When a buck steps out and you've got seconds to settle in, fumbling with gear is the last thing you want. The Primos PoleCat Steady Stix Magnum takes that worry off the table. It's a three-piece bipod that packs down tight, springs open on its own, and locks into a solid shooting position so you can get a steady bead on your target. Weighing right around 8 ounces, it adds almost nothing to your load, which is exactly why hunters keep one clipped to a pack or tucked in a blind.
What Sets the Steady Stix Magnum Apart
The secret is in the shock-corded sections and pressure-fit ferrules. Pull it out, let go, and the poles snap together and stiffen up on their own. That auto-deploy design means no wrestling with legs or twist locks while a coyote is closing the distance. The larger-diameter tubing on the Magnum version gives you extra strength and support over the standard model, so it holds firm under a heavier rifle without feeling wobbly.
Height and Carry That Fit Real Field Use
The legs open up to roughly 40 inches tall, which puts it right in the sweet spot for kneeling or a low sitting rest, and it collapses down to about 15 inches for carry. That range covers a lot of ground, from a treestand to a spot-and-stalk setup on the prairie. The metal construction and rugged yoke cradle your forestock so the crosshairs quit dancing and your groups tighten up.
Who Reaches for the PoleCat Steady Stix Magnum
Predator callers, whitetail hunters, and anyone hiking into backcountry where every ounce counts tend to gravitate toward these. If you'd rather not bolt a bipod to your rifle and want something you can grab, plant, and shoot over, this is a straightforward, no-frills rest that does its one job well. Toss it in the pack and forget it's there until you need it.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Primos
- Manufacturer Part Number: 65489
- UPC: 010135654894
- Type: Bipod / Shooting Stick
- Number of Legs: 2 (three-piece design)
- Height Range: 15" collapsed to 40" deployed
- Weight: Approx. 8 oz
- Material: Metal / aluminum with nylon yoke
- Deployment: Automatic unfold with shock-cord sections
- Ferrules: Pressure-fit
- Lockable Position: Yes
- Color: Black
What’s Included
- Primos PoleCat Steady Stix Magnum bipod
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall does the Steady Stix Magnum stand?
It extends to about 40 inches at full height, making it well suited for kneeling or a low sitting rest. When you're done, it collapses down to roughly 15 inches for easy carry in a pack. That range covers most ground-blind and spot-and-stalk situations.
How does the Steady Stix Magnum deploy so quickly?
The poles are held together with internal shock cords and pressure-fit ferrules, so when you pull it from your pack it unfolds automatically and stiffens into a locked position. There are no twist locks or leg latches to fumble with. Pull, plant, and you're ready to settle the crosshairs.
What makes the Magnum different from the standard Steady Stix?
The Magnum uses larger-diameter tubing for added strength and support and reaches a taller 40-inch height. That heavier build helps it stay steady under bigger rifles. The standard model is a bit lighter and shorter by comparison.
Does the PoleCat Steady Stix Magnum attach to my rifle?
No, it's a freestanding bipod that you plant on the ground and rest your rifle's forestock in the yoke. Many hunters prefer this because there's no hardware bolted to the gun and you can grab it, shoot, and move on quickly. The rubber V-style cradle grips your stock to keep things steady.





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