TFB Behind the Gun #142: Rob Gearing w/ Spartan Precision Equipment
On today’s episode of TFB’s Behind the Gun Podcast, I’m genuinely excited to have Rob Gearing joining us—a lifelong shooter, passionate hunter, and the mastermind behind Spartan Precision Equipment. A shooter/stalker based in the UK, Rob’s journey is nothing short of inspiring, and his company, founded back in 2013, has completely reimagined how we think about rifle and optic support systems. With a focus on lightweight, practical, tough designs, and second-to-none customer service coming from hunters like you, Spartan has set a new standard in the industry.
Spartan’s main claim to fame for the last ten years has been the Javelin Bipod. This flagship product is a perfect example of Spartan’s philosophy—smart, user-friendly, and built with hunters in mind. It’s designed to snap on and off effortlessly, making it a favorite for hunters. However as you’ll hear from the man himself today, Rob and the Spartan team have been busy the last decade designing and fielding a whole new series of bipods and now tripods for a load of different shooters out there. Through this, they’ve managed to create the “Spartan ecosystem” in which virtually every part on any of the Spartan bipods or tripods can be swapped making the Spartan system one of the most modular systems in the industry. Today you’ll hear why Rob is one of the most trusted names in the hunting industry as we dive into the niche but exciting topic of bipods and tripods from Spartan Precision Equipment.
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TFB Behind the Gun #142: Rob Gearing w/ Spartan Precision Equipment
Welcome to today’s episode of TFB’s Behind the Gun Podcast! I’m thrilled to have Rob Gearing on the show—a lifelong shooter, hardcore hunter, and the founder of Spartan Precision Equipment. Rob has a fascinating background, and today, he’s here to share not only his personal journey but also the story of Spartan and how it’s shaking up the world of shooting gear.
Spartan Precision started with just one product: the Javelin Bipod. It was designed with hunters in mind—lightweight, practical, and built to last. But Rob and his team didn’t stop there. Over the years, Spartan has grown into a powerhouse, making not only bipods for backcountry hunters but also adaptable tripods and bipods that fit perfectly into tactical and competition roles. They’ve stayed true to their hunting roots while keeping an eye on what shooters need now and in the future.
In this episode, Rob and I dig into what makes Spartan tick, why their gear is becoming more popular here in the U.S., and—get this—he even gives us a little teaser about what they’re unveiling at SHOT Show 2025. If you’re a gear junkie or just curious about bipods, you’ll definitely want to check out Spartan’s free resources on their website and their new educational videos on YouTube.
So, sit back, relax, and let’s get into it. Please join me in welcoming Rob Gearing of Spartan Precision Equipment to the podcast!
Website : https://javelinbipod.com/
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/spartanprecision/
Rob Gearing on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/spartan_mrg Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/spartanprecisionequipment/
YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@SpartanPrecisionEquipment
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