p.1 #1 · Is a Bush Hawk shoulder trigger system worth it?
Anyone here with such a system for your body- do you find it useful and worth the money? I am considering the double handle shoulder mount for my Canon 7D when mounted to a 70-200 II primarily as well as some other lens. A monopod/tripod will not be very useful where I am going with this.
I missed out on a good price for such a system a couple of days back in B&S, and do not want to spend $300 to find out I don't want it. How compact is the system when taken apart? I was hoping to be able to fit it into my hard case which has a 4" x 4" x 8" pocket empty but I can always rearrange the case if the setup isn't too large.
p.1 #2 · Is a Bush Hawk shoulder trigger system worth it?
If you like to "rear button" AF and have controls handy for thumb/index adjustments...
then the answer is NO. The trigger, however....is great for pray and sprayers. Having used
every possible combination of BushHawks since the mid 80's, I've finally found what works
best for my style of shooting. It's a very personal thing you'll need to decide for yourself.
FWIW another consideration is the ability to ZOOM You'll lose that with the double grip...
going with the single, the index finger of your left hand gits 'er done with practice! GL
PS. it will NOT fit in your case broken down. 8" X 7" min. plus the shoulder stock is ~10" long
Modded all of mine down to a svelte 15 oz. ea. No excuse for shootin' w/o one. Great BIF tool.
p.1 #6 · Is a Bush Hawk shoulder trigger system worth it?
FWIW, make sure you get it painted in shocking pink or something of the sort, especially if you carry it out into some less than friendly firearm areas. Here in PA it wouldn't like be an issue, except in Filthadelphia (sic). In NJ? I'd be "arrested meat."
p.1 #8 · Is a Bush Hawk shoulder trigger system worth it?
This company has pretty sucky phone service. I tried calling all day and no one has picked up once.
Anyone here can recommend me what kind of Bush Hawk would work nicely for me? I know it is a very personal thing but there are no retailers anywhere near me. I have a gripped 7D with 70-200 II (with and without extenders) and will be getting a 100-400mm soon as well. I would prefer a double handle with shutter release. I don't mind loosing out on back button AF and as long as there is space to move the zoom ring, I am ok using a single finger to zoom in/out.
p.1 #12 · Is a Bush Hawk shoulder trigger system worth it?
I respect Will's opinion and while it may not be an issue for you I will say that for women that may be some issues with certain body parts getting in the way. After reading about Will and Wacky Roger's success I tried one with a 500mm and I guess it was just too heavy and it kept slipping on the chest - just saying.
You'll lose that with the double grip...
thanks, Joe...but I'm just a disciple. 
Jody, Wacky Roger and a few others around here...REALLY do it justice. 
