Seeking Recommendations On a Good Shooting Mat

[Bill2905]

I want to get a shooting mat so that I can work on my skills from the ground. Areas where I plan to use it have mostly concrete or gravel surfaces. If there is a particular model or style that you really like or dislike, I would appreciate hearing your thoughts.

Thanks

 

[JettaKnight]

I have the Midway Pro model, decent padding and rolls up good.

 

[natdscott]

Creedmoor waterproof. NOT a "TopGrip" version unless you only want to wear long sleeves.

Fold up is nicer, but takes more space. IF you get the roll up, fild back the FRONT 1/3 elbow portion onto the middle of the mat, and THEN roll. It will come out a lot more able to lie flat again.

There are even nicer than Creedmoor, but not by much.

 

[Gabriel]

I have several of them from Midway and, while I don't have experience with other mats, I have no complaints. I have two of the pro models and one that is a bit smaller (and older). The Pro models are nice and wide, plus they have plenty of padding to protect my girly elbows. They do what I want and when they're on sale they don't break the bank at all.

 

[KLB]

I have the Midway Pro model, decent padding and rolls up good.

I have the same one. It has performed its duty well when used.

 

[Cameramonkey]

Love my US Peacekeepers drag bag/mat but I dont think they make them. Try ebay?

I'm sure you can order one from Optics Planet.*



*Dont do that. They advertise what they THINK they can get and will take/hold your money until you call to ask where your product is.

 

[fullmetaljesus]

My buddy mat is a good shot, and my nephew mat is a great shot. You can call them.

 

[BigRed]

My neighbor Mat is an ***hole. You can shoot him if you want.

Mat may not be his real name, but you can pretend it is.

 

[fullmetaljesus]

My neighbor Mat is an ***hole. You can shoot him if you want.

Mat may not be his real name, but you can pretend it is.

That's basically my joke! Get your own material! Don't make me call will Smith!

 

[indyjohn]

Back in the day every Highpower shooter had a Freelands mat.

I've got a Midway Pro mat too. It's thicker and would be suitable for a smooth gravel driveway.

 

[55fairlane]

I have both a CMP & a Creedmoor....these were definitely built for sling shooters in shooting costs....

 

[natdscott]

Back in the day every Highpower shooter had a Freelands mat.

I've got a Midway Pro mat too. It's thicker and would be suitable for a smooth gravel driveway.

Dang, John. I didn't even remember those. Good call.

What does that gray rubber do if it gets wet? Slippery?

I had the special-order white rubber on my first Thneedmoor, and it was slickernsh** in the rain.

 

[Titanium_Frost]

Another vote for the Midway either pro or competition. Lots of space, lots of padding. Mine has pockets and a spot to load your bipod against.

 

[indyjohn]

Dang, John. I didn't even remember those. Good call.

What does that gray rubber do if it gets wet? Slippery?

I had the special-order white rubber on my first Thneedmoor, and it was slickernsh** in the rain.

Same rubber material on the elbow of your coat, so yes, slippery as snot.

 

[natdscott]

Same rubber material on the elbow of your coat, so yes, slippery as snot.

That was actually reason enough for me to buy a smallbore mat with TopGrip after I got a coat with the same.

Water has no power here!!

 

[76Too]

I have the Midway Pro model, decent padding and rolls up good.

No need for anything more than this.

I compete and have been more than happy with mine for years.

 

[ancjr]

I have a runner rug I bought cheap to use for a mat but haven't had an occasion to use it yet.

 

[Titanium_Frost]

I used a piece of carpeting once... Had the worst rug burn of my life on my elbows when we were done.

I have a runner rug I bought cheap to use for a mat but haven't had an occasion to use it yet.

 

[rala]

Most mats are good enough. My only requirement is the padding is not black. You will roast in the summer.

 

[Indy574]

I’ve used a packing blanket, the thick older quilted ones work nice. However, they are not waterproof…