I've had 2 of the monopods(the first one was stolen) and haven't had one slip yet. I normally sit on a pad when calling and I've had several sets where I've had a coyote come to my left or right and had to turn almost 90 degrees for a shot. I always strap the monopod to the rifle, so all I've done is lift the rifle, turn, set it down and shoot. Seems like I'm always sitting on a slope and I've always thought there would be too much adjustment time with the bi or tri. Since I'm sitting, my knees are up, so I just lean the monopod against one leg and then I don't have to hold onto the rifle until I'm ready.