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Offline emt137

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Backyard Targets
« on: August 08, 2011, 03:52:00 PM »
Just finished up making my backstop and getting my bag target set up.  I got some great ideas from this sight and wanted to pass this along to others that might be looking into the same thing.

 
 
 

I shoot a 45# recurve and shooting the stall mat from 10 feet the arrow just bounced right off.  I couldn't be happier.  Thanks to all on this forum!
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Re: Backyard Targets
« Reply #1 on: August 08, 2011, 03:55:00 PM »
Nice!
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Re: Backyard Targets
« Reply #2 on: August 08, 2011, 05:01:00 PM »
very nice - great job     :clapper:
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Offline JohnnyWayne

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Re: Backyard Targets
« Reply #3 on: August 08, 2011, 05:07:00 PM »
Pretty cool  :)
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Offline COLongbow

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Re: Backyard Targets
« Reply #4 on: August 08, 2011, 05:18:00 PM »
Looks great! You're gonna love it.
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Offline e alexander

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Re: Backyard Targets
« Reply #5 on: August 08, 2011, 05:42:00 PM »
So, it the black material a floor mat?
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Offline emt137

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Re: Backyard Targets
« Reply #6 on: August 08, 2011, 05:58:00 PM »
Yes, the black material is a stall mat.  I used treated 2x8s and lag screws and some deck screws.  It was very simple and easy (even for my limited abilities).  This thing weighs a LOT!
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Re: Backyard Targets
« Reply #7 on: August 08, 2011, 06:06:00 PM »
Very nice. Hap
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Offline bolong

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Re: Backyard Targets
« Reply #8 on: August 08, 2011, 07:02:00 PM »
:thumbsup:  Nice! I just got the lumber for one, going for a mat this weekend.
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Re: Backyard Targets
« Reply #9 on: August 08, 2011, 07:26:00 PM »
Stall mat? is this a horse stall matt?

Lets see with my shooting i would have to add about 2' to each side   :banghead:
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Re: Backyard Targets
« Reply #10 on: August 08, 2011, 07:29:00 PM »
Nice job!!!

Did you use the Double-Tuf Rubber Stall Mat?
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Offline emt137

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Re: Backyard Targets
« Reply #11 on: August 08, 2011, 08:31:00 PM »
Yes, it's a regular horse stall mat.  I'm not sure about particular brand.  I just happened to find it on sale at Rural King for $28.  It works fantastic.  Measures 4'x6'.
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Offline Jack Guard

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Re: Backyard Targets
« Reply #12 on: August 08, 2011, 08:54:00 PM »
Saaaaaweeeettttttt !!!    Just wish i had a back yard.  LOL

But i think that will work great in the basement.  

Thanks for sharing.
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Offline e alexander

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Re: Backyard Targets
« Reply #13 on: August 08, 2011, 09:44:00 PM »
I used to use mining belt behind a compressed hay bail, but have no idea where how to get it now.  The stall mat, is a great idea, with a real "finished" look. Nice job.
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Offline Roadkill

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Re: Backyard Targets
« Reply #14 on: August 08, 2011, 09:48:00 PM »
I use conveyor belts. If you off set the top and do not fasten it anywhere but the top, arrows will push it and deplete energy.  You can extend the life of the mat. I offset mine about 12inches
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Re: Backyard Targets
« Reply #15 on: August 08, 2011, 09:52:00 PM »
You did a good job, but not as good as Kerry's wife!!!   :bigsmyl:

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Offline emt137

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Re: Backyard Targets
« Reply #16 on: August 08, 2011, 11:52:00 PM »
amar911- That's where I got the bulk of the idea.  She did a fine job and I shamelessly copied it.  haha

I did leave the mat hanging loose on the bottom.  It is only secured at the top with the lag screws.  I'm working on being able to modify the back of it to hang a 2x4 with some carpet draped over just in case my brother comes around with his compound.
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Re: Backyard Targets
« Reply #17 on: August 09, 2011, 08:25:00 AM »
I am impressed!  I love Tradgang.  Where else can you find so many great ideas related to Traditional archery?!  I will be building one of these backstops this week!
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