shooting mats

jap gt

lads do many of ye use shooting mats when out for a bit of plinking, wanted to go for a shoot today but the place is too wet, what would ye recommened

Tackleberrywho

jap gt wrote: »

lads do many of ye use shooting mats when out for a bit of plinking, wanted to go for a shoot today but the place is too wet, what would ye recommened

A cheap jacket :D

I got a piece of underlay for plinking in a gravel pit.

You can buy the world of mats, with places for charts etc.
Normally I just stay out of puddles, a bit of water never killed anyone.

Most useful place for a mat is on the range, as lying on concrete is a bi*ch

jap gt

Tackleberrywho wrote: »

A cheap jacket :D

I got a piece of underlay for plinking in a gravel pit.

You can buy the world of mats, with places for charts etc.
Normally I just stay out of puddles, a bit of water never killed anyone.

Most useful place for a mat is on the range, as lying on concrete is a bi*ch

yea but lying down in wet grass, after rabbits etc for a long time isnt exactly my idea of having fun

Tackleberrywho

jap gt wrote: »

yea but lying down in wet grass, after rabbits etc for a long time isnt exactly my idea of having fun

Get a fancy waterproof jacket and trousers, Lakesen or the like

Cass

Any of the above would suit for carrying in the field. Each rolls up and has a carry strap so it sits nicely across your back and doesn't (really) interfer with your normal movements.



These two serve 2 purposes. Carry case for the rifle then open up into a mat. Problem with these is they do not roll up and can be awkward to carry, especially through brush and ditches.


I only use a mat at the range. Usually have a light pair of oil skins and a water proof/resistant jacket. All light gear for warm weather shootin, but provides me with some protection. I'd only wear them if it was drizzling or wet fom the night before (i've heavier gear for minter/wet weather shooting). Honestly though i don't do any "long" term lying and shooting. Its usually down, bipod out, range, fire and up again. Even with the oppotunity for multiple shots i never usually get that wet.

Odysseus

Yeah I have a cheap Gelert inflatable sleeping mat that I use. You will get one from any camping shop, I fing it nice and comfy if you are going to spend any time lying on the ground.

Tackleberrywho

Where do yee boyo's be shooting, Or how wet does it get in the field?:D:D

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=

Cass

Tackleberrywho wrote: »

Where do yee boyo's be shooting, Or how wet does it get in the field?

Its called rain. You know, the wet stuff that falls (seemingly endlessly) from the sky. You never know when you are going to get hit with it or how long you have to lie down.

As said though if it is raining or there is rain forecast i usually just bring waterproofs. Easier and quicker than a mat. Mat is only for the range where i have time to get setup.

johngalway

What's that top right hand side mat Ez?

jap gt

ezridax wrote: »

Its called rain. You know, the wet stuff that falls (seemingly endlessly) from the sky. You never know when you are going to get hit with it or how long you have to lie down.

As said though if it is raining or there is rain forecast i usually just bring waterproofs. Easier and quicker than a mat. Mat is only for the range where i have time to get setup.

yea i think oil skins will be just as handy and cheaper, and tac is there anything you dont have a smart answer for:rolleyes:

Tackleberrywho

johngalway wrote: »

What's that top right hand side mat Ez?

A bog snorkel:D:D:D

Ezri has a serious kit, like a surgeons table of tools

jap gt

johngalway wrote: »

What's that top right hand side mat Ez?

i think its the one on here, scroll down a bit

http://www.sportingservices.co.uk/accessories.asp

Mr.Flibble

johngalway wrote: »

What's that top right hand side mat Ez?

http://www.midwayuk.com/apps/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?SaleItemID=169107

Cass

Correct jap gt.







My Laptop decided to suddenly stop co-operating and wouldn't post my last comment. Pig.:rolleyes:

Tackleberrywho

jap gt wrote: »

yea i think oil skins will be just as handy and cheaper, and tac is there anything you dont have a smart answer for:rolleyes:

I'm only smart with people I know who won't mind jap gt!

Ezri has a great set up.
He shoots in the bog, I said bog snorkling as, often rains on the 600-1200 and going to examine the target can often get one very mudy indeed.

Ezri knows I'm only messing!

I'm prob going to get a pair of these for winter! Waterproof & Warm
http://cgi.ebay.com/RIVERS-WEST-5-Pocket-Trail-Pant-Realtree-AP-Camo-Sz-2XL_W0QQitemZ160383672553QQihZ006QQcategoryZ159031QQcmdZViewItem#ht_500wt_928

deerhunter1

jap gt wrote: »

lads do many of ye use shooting mats when out for a bit of plinking, wanted to go for a shoot today but the place is too wet, what would ye recommened

A good old army Poncho:)

Hibrion

My rifle slip is fleece lined on one side and waterproof on the other so it makes a great shooting mat.

dCorbus

Irish army poncho and one of these:


Best yolk ever IMHO.
Available from John Dean at AIM Fieldsports - Great to deal with and a gent. Plus the AIM Fieldsports stuff is made to last, and last, and last....
http://www.aimfieldsports.com/MATCOMBO.html