I realize that this is probably a topic for a new thread, but I want to give my 2cents on the "PRELOAD" bipod shooting technique. I am a firm believer in free floated barrels, and I take it one step further and free float my rifle. I don't touch the barrel/forearm during the shot. I just make sure the recoil pad is securely into my shoulder pocket, and hold the pistol grip lightly, just enough to get a smooth squeeze. With this technique, I am confident that the rifle will recoil consistently from shot to shot. This is the classic bench rest shooters technique. First, the V2 SnipePod will not allow "PRELOAD", but if you have a bipod like a Harris that does allow "PRELOAD", then think about this. At the moment the feet of a "PRELOADED" bipoded rifle leave the ground, they will snap back into their "UNLOADED" position. Any vibrations will be transmitted into the firearm, and if the bullet has not exited the muzzle, this is not good. Also, how do you consistently apply the same PRELOAD pressure? One shot it is 1lb, next shot 2lb, each with different unloading vibrations. Also, what if the preloading snags some brush, grass etc and changes the recoil barrel lift angle? Another wild card in the equation. It takes about 1.3 milliseconds for the bullet to rattle down the barrel and exit the muzzle in 24" barrel with a approx 3,000fps round. The calculation assuming a linear acceleration rate inside the barrel. So any thing you do or your "preloaded" bipod does has a detrimental effect to the bullet placement down range. So play it save, don't preload and free float your rifle, take that variable out of the equation. The V2-SnipePod will maintain rock solid X (horixontal) and Y (vertical) Axis stability at the forearm. The weakness is the X and Y Axis at the recoil pad, or in other words, the shooter. The Z (front-rearward) axis does not have as much influence. So practice your technique to lock that X & Y on the back of the gun. You will see great improvement to your groups down range.