I noticed that Midway has their brand on sale for pretty cheap, but does anyone have any recommendations?
Advice on a good shooting mat.
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Re: Advice on a good shooting mat.
Look at tab gear. Simple, not too big, not too small, water proof, good mat.
Look at tab gear. Simple, not too big, not too small, water proof, good mat.
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I used a blue foam mat for a bit..works but not recommended. I just got the Midway Shooting mat. Can't beat $25 for a throw around beat around mat. I like it. I'll be getting the TAB mat if/when I do any competitions. It's smaller and more pack able.
Dave
I used a blue foam mat for a bit..works but not recommended. I just got the Midway Shooting mat. Can't beat $25 for a throw around beat around mat. I like it. I'll be getting the TAB mat if/when I do any competitions. It's smaller and more pack able.
Dave
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Thanks for the suggestions. I really like the Eagle and was looking at that one earlier. I thing that a mat/case combo would suit my needs well
Thanks for the suggestions. I really like the Eagle and was looking at that one earlier. I thing that a mat/case combo would suit my needs well
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I use a Blackhawk shooters mat/case. I've had mine for about ten years. Works great, nothin' fancy, just good kit.
I use a Blackhawk shooters mat/case. I've had mine for about ten years. Works great, nothin' fancy, just good kit.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ddavis</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I'm very happy with my Midway mat. It is the bigger one. It has excellent padding and I can really sprawl out on it. I like the fact that I can use it to load the bipod also. </div></div>
Another +1 for the Midway mat. It's not as handy as something like the HSRC but it's definitely comfortable and loaded with nice features. On top of it all, it's a great value, especially when on sale for half price.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ddavis</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I'm very happy with my Midway mat. It is the bigger one. It has excellent padding and I can really sprawl out on it. I like the fact that I can use it to load the bipod also. </div></div>
Another +1 for the Midway mat. It's not as handy as something like the HSRC but it's definitely comfortable and loaded with nice features. On top of it all, it's a great value, especially when on sale for half price.
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Ditto on the heat pads on the Midway mat. Felt those before here in Nevada.
I have the larger Midway mat, and honestly I might have been happier with the smaller one. The large one is big, you sure can sprawl out on it.
Ditto on the heat pads on the Midway mat. Felt those before here in Nevada.
I have the larger Midway mat, and honestly I might have been happier with the smaller one. The large one is big, you sure can sprawl out on it.
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I should add, I would buy either Midway mat again. Great value when on sale.
I should add, I would buy either Midway mat again. Great value when on sale.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Graham</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Eagle HSRC </div></div> + 1
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Graham</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Eagle HSRC </div></div> + 1
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I'm a big fan of my Midway mat that I picked it up last black Friday for 30$. Its fantastically comfortable to shoot off of but I sometimes wish that I had a HSRC so I didn't have another big peace of gear to lug.
I'm a big fan of my Midway mat that I picked it up last black Friday for 30$. Its fantastically comfortable to shoot off of but I sometimes wish that I had a HSRC so I didn't have another big peace of gear to lug.
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I use a 36" wide puss pad (old school military sleeping roll) and love it. I also have a Eagle HSRC and it too is very nice. I have been thinking about the Eberlestock A2SM for the $ they look FKA!
I use a 36" wide puss pad (old school military sleeping roll) and love it. I also have a Eagle HSRC and it too is very nice. I have been thinking about the Eberlestock A2SM for the $ they look FKA!
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If you shoot in muddy or dirty conditions a roll up mat will get nasty on BOTH sides when you stow it.
A fold up will always have a clean side to lay on.
If you shoot in muddy or dirty conditions a roll up mat will get nasty on BOTH sides when you stow it.
A fold up will always have a clean side to lay on.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Hellbender</div><div class="ubbcode-body">If you shoot in muddy or dirty conditions a roll up mat will get nasty on BOTH sides when you stow it.
A fold up will always have a clean side to lay on.
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BINGO!
The Midway mat gets all nasty if you shoot in any type of muddy or dusty terrain.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Hellbender</div><div class="ubbcode-body">If you shoot in muddy or dirty conditions a roll up mat will get nasty on BOTH sides when you stow it.
A fold up will always have a clean side to lay on.
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BINGO!
The Midway mat gets all nasty if you shoot in any type of muddy or dusty terrain.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Hellbender</div><div class="ubbcode-body">If you shoot in muddy or dirty conditions a roll up mat will get nasty on BOTH sides when you stow it.
A fold up will always have a clean side to lay on.
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Good point. I hadn't considered that.
Thanks.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Hellbender</div><div class="ubbcode-body">If you shoot in muddy or dirty conditions a roll up mat will get nasty on BOTH sides when you stow it.
A fold up will always have a clean side to lay on.
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Good point. I hadn't considered that.
Thanks.
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This just in, no... Wait yep, as it turns out, just because the mat may be designed to roll up, doesn't mean you can't fold it, or even, god forbid, wipe it off quick. We are men right?? If you don't have some shop rags in your truck, then use your sanitary wipes.
I use midways pro series mat, I think 90% of the guys in our fclass league shoot with midway mats as well. Doesn't make it right, or wrong.
This just in, no... Wait yep, as it turns out, just because the mat may be designed to roll up, doesn't mean you can't fold it, or even, god forbid, wipe it off quick. We are men right?? If you don't have some shop rags in your truck, then use your sanitary wipes.
I use midways pro series mat, I think 90% of the guys in our fclass league shoot with midway mats as well. Doesn't make it right, or wrong.
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I had been using the Blackhawk Stalker Drag Mat for a couple years. On a whim, I bought the MidwayUSA Pro Series Competition Shooting Mat when it came on sale. I cannot believe that I used the BH model for that long. The Midway model is now my go-to mat now.
I had been using the Blackhawk Stalker Drag Mat for a couple years. On a whim, I bought the MidwayUSA Pro Series Competition Shooting Mat when it came on sale. I cannot believe that I used the BH model for that long. The Midway model is now my go-to mat now.
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I have a TAB. I like it. It is light and rolls up a little bigger than a one liter nalgene. It is very simple (I like simple)- Waterproof fabric and some light padding at the top for elbows. Despite the padding being quite thin, it has been comfortable when shooting on gravel, pavement, and rocky ground.
The mat serves double duty, as I use it for a ground sheet when I'm tarp camping.
I have a TAB. I like it. It is light and rolls up a little bigger than a one liter nalgene. It is very simple (I like simple)- Waterproof fabric and some light padding at the top for elbows. Despite the padding being quite thin, it has been comfortable when shooting on gravel, pavement, and rocky ground.
The mat serves double duty, as I use it for a ground sheet when I'm tarp camping.
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I have a Midway padded mat, and it works well. I also have a TAB gear mat that I put on top or use alone when weight is an issue.
I have a Midway padded mat, and it works well. I also have a TAB gear mat that I put on top or use alone when weight is an issue.
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I have a tab mat that is great for throwing in my shooting pack and taking with me..folds up very compact and is lite. When the ground is nasty i roll out the midway mat. Get them both if you can!
I have a tab mat that is great for throwing in my shooting pack and taking with me..folds up very compact and is lite. When the ground is nasty i roll out the midway mat. Get them both if you can!
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I have the basic Midway competition shooting mat & their 56" drag bag...got them both on sale for $100.00! You can't go wrong for the price as they're outstanding quality. Here's a couple of pictures for reference.
Cheers
I have the basic Midway competition shooting mat & their 56" drag bag...got them both on sale for $100.00! You can't go wrong for the price as they're outstanding quality. Here's a couple of pictures for reference.
Cheers
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I have the same setup above except in green.
+1 on the mat getting very hot in the sun. Those black slip resistant spots get stupid hot. I burn the crap outta myself.
I like the bag too. The zippers suck but you get what you pay for... Got 'em both on sale too.
These are very popular mats so make sure you figure out a way to get your name on yours.
I have the same setup above except in green.
+1 on the mat getting very hot in the sun. Those black slip resistant spots get stupid hot. I burn the crap outta myself.
I like the bag too. The zippers suck but you get what you pay for... Got 'em both on sale too.
These are very popular mats so make sure you figure out a way to get your name on yours.
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Have the same Midway mat but mine doesn't have those strips in black - they're almost the same color as the mat itself.
Have the same Midway mat but mine doesn't have those strips in black - they're almost the same color as the mat itself.
Re: Advice on a good shooting mat.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Hellbender</div><div class="ubbcode-body">If you shoot in muddy or dirty conditions a roll up mat will get nasty on BOTH sides when you stow it.
A fold up will always have a clean side to lay on.
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If you roll up the TAB mat with the UP side folded inward it doesn't get nasty.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Hellbender</div><div class="ubbcode-body">If you shoot in muddy or dirty conditions a roll up mat will get nasty on BOTH sides when you stow it.
A fold up will always have a clean side to lay on.
</div></div>
If you roll up the TAB mat with the UP side folded inward it doesn't get nasty.
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TAB Gear
Simple, rugged, durable, light weight, and easy to pack!
TAB Gear
Simple, rugged, durable, light weight, and easy to pack!
Re: Advice on a good shooting mat.
Tab is great bag. I use mine regularly. I just bought a Gallatti after seeing it at the range this week. I think it's a better setup being able to have everything in one pack. Also, I like that the edges do not flip up in the wind. I have to use an extra bag or ammo to hold the edges down on my Tab mat
Tab is great bag. I use mine regularly. I just bought a Gallatti after seeing it at the range this week. I think it's a better setup being able to have everything in one pack. Also, I like that the edges do not flip up in the wind. I have to use an extra bag or ammo to hold the edges down on my Tab mat
