Orka Akinse Posted January 30, 2011 Report Share Posted January 30, 2011 As it says in the title, I'm in the market for a mat. What do you guys use / recommend?? I have a reasonable budget and would prefer olive green but open to suggestions. Thanks in advance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6.5shooter Posted January 30, 2011 Report Share Posted January 30, 2011 Im in the same boat aswell. Wouldnt mind hearing some recommendations. Cheers Garrry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brown dog Posted January 30, 2011 Report Share Posted January 30, 2011 As it says in the title, I'm in the market for a mat. What do you guys use / recommend?? I have a reasonable budget and would prefer olive green but open to suggestions. Thanks in advance Ian, Click on the TAB Gear pic/link on the UKV front page. The TAB mat is spot-on for portability and packability. Tony Burkes (the TAB owner) is PMable here; he's on the board as tburkes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveW Posted January 30, 2011 Report Share Posted January 30, 2011 I've used the Black Hawk pro shooters mat now for approx 6 years and its still like new, very hard wearing and adds a little comfort when lying on uneven ground. Found this link HTH http://www.targetsportsmagazine.com/features/view/10297/special-feature-take-it-lying-down/ Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baldie Posted January 30, 2011 Report Share Posted January 30, 2011 Without hesitation Orka, the AIM mat. Its a 3 fold design in its own bag, the front third is rubberised, the underneath is waterproof without any stitching running right through to wick moisture, and it has two clear pockets with velcro on the top for range cards......and its under a ton. Not seen anything better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxshooter Posted January 30, 2011 Report Share Posted January 30, 2011 I currently use the Arktis mat I think it cost me about £45 Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terryh Posted January 31, 2011 Report Share Posted January 31, 2011 Orka, Depends what you want from it? If it's for range use and does not need to be portable than the nice padded verierty is the way to go, comfy and warm. I've also seen folks use truch bed liner mats which are perforated, this come inot play when it's pissing down, you do not end up in a pool of water. If you want portable then the TAB one Matt recomended is the best. Rolls up small (about the size od a Nalgene water bottle) and has padding under elbows. If your are plannig on travelling of doing any shooting where you move from stage to stage than this also has to factor in your choise, If you're only shooting square on ranges and moving once a day then the traditional mat has everything you need. Tony will also do custom mats so if you want to add more padding to keep warm (like Matt ) then you can. Brgds Terry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davy Posted January 31, 2011 Report Share Posted January 31, 2011 I use an Arktis for comfort but it is invariably left at home in favour of an old army sleeping mat, it is quite narrow and has individual sections that allow it to concertina very compactly. It fits snugly with the rifle inside an equally old L96A1 drag bag which means I can keep clutter to a minimum. Wish I knew where to find another one of theses mats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c18rch Posted January 31, 2011 Report Share Posted January 31, 2011 Another vote for the AIM mat. It's a lot wider than most others so easier to set up and get comfy on. Less chance of muddy/wet knees! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Gun Pimp Posted January 31, 2011 Report Share Posted January 31, 2011 The AIM mat was designed by shooters after looking at lots of similar mats. It's a bit wider, not too padded (you don't want a bouncy mat with an F Class back-bag) waterproof underside plus a couple of useful pockets. Folds up nice and compact in its own bag with strap so easy to carry. Not seen a better one - if I do, I'll buy it. Vince Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxing2night Posted January 31, 2011 Report Share Posted January 31, 2011 it has got to be the aim matt and there rifle bag is the dogs b---ks John is a realy nice chap to deal with,,, Darrel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orka Akinse Posted January 31, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2011 Ian, Click on the TAB Gear pic/link on the UKV front page. The TAB mat is spot-on for portability and packability. Tony Burkes (the TAB owner) is PMable here; he's on the board as tburkes. Matt Is this the same as yours? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrelsniffer Posted February 1, 2011 Report Share Posted February 1, 2011 Another one for the AIM mat and bags..the mat also has a loop at each corner so if windy can be pegged down which is very useful nothing worse than wind getting under them..i carry 4-5 pegs in the bag with the mat. And as above very wide so plenty of room. Mick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danno Posted February 2, 2011 Report Share Posted February 2, 2011 AIM for me too. Ive been using one for a couple of years now and its my favourite out of the others ive owned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sako 243 Posted May 18, 2013 Report Share Posted May 18, 2013 +1 AIM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jagged 77 Posted May 18, 2013 Report Share Posted May 18, 2013 Aim is my no.1, keeps you well insulated from the ground and is plenty big enough. I also have the tab pollock mat which is far more portable and useful in the field. Comfort goes to the Aim. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lambsey Posted May 19, 2013 Report Share Posted May 19, 2013 Aim Mat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brummy Mark Posted May 20, 2013 Report Share Posted May 20, 2013 Aim mat/bag combo good. Also confess to using my bright orange Thermarest superlight short a heck of a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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