Suggest a rear bag for this (prone-shooting) groundhog hunter

.22LRGUY

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Hey guys~I get the impression (from a search in this forum) that this might be the best place to ask the question. I shoot a .204R bolt gun at distances from 100-300+ yards, varmint-hunting only. Harris bipod up front, my left fist clenched to support the buttstock..or nothing at all. No shocker to this crowd, but the results on the bench (with a heavy...rice-filled, leather rear bag) are much more consistent than shooting in field conditions. Due to it's weight, I never though my bench bag would be a good candidate due to both weight...and it's fixed size. Until last year, I didn't even know rear bags for field use even existed, so, I'm looking for some advice on what I should get, where to get it in Canada, price, etc. Based on what I've seen, I'm guessing that one of the wedge-shaped bags probably makes the most sense, considering the uneven terrain I'm often in. Light weight is a factor, as I often put allot of kms on the boots.

Looking forward to you replies,
.22LRGUY
 
Make one yourself. I made one out of an old green army sock and filled it with poly beads from a craft store. You can put in or take out as many beads as you want to find out what works best for you. The poly beads are light, don't absorb moisture like rice, split peas etc. I have tried pretty much every style of bag out there and found this to be more versatile than any "store bought" bag, especially for field use.
 
condomboy said:
most people will probably point you to the J.S.A.T. rear bags - http://www.dstactical.com/index.php?cPath=34_588
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EC said:
Make one yourself. I made one out of an old green army sock and filled it with poly beads from a craft store. You can put in or take out as many beads as you want to find out what works best for you. The poly beads are light, don't absorb moisture like rice, split peas etc. I have tried pretty much every style of bag out there and found this to be more versatile than any "store bought" bag, especially for field use.
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Thanks guys, keep 'em coming! I guess I could try to make one, though the sewing machine is something I have no luck with. I program a $100K CNC machine for a living, but every time I've tried a sewing machine I end-up wanting to throw the bloody thing out the window.
 
For that price you may as well just order that one. It is an american company but being as it is only 20$ and not really a specific firearm peice it should be pretty easy to order... It may take like 6 weeks to get here though, so you know... Be prepared for that...
 
223submoa said:
I run a JSAT medium bag. I really like it. They're Canadian made too, which is awesome, and it is quite light.

http://www.dstactical.com/product_info.php?products_id=4105&osCsid=b264424fe1b9d61b2b0ac29c9c8801fb

I cut up some foam exercise mat into 8 inch squares, and use those as risers to raise or lower the bag if necessary. They weigh nothing, so just keep them in your shooting bag, and you can adapt really well to the terrain.
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Thanks 223, but I often have less than 15 seconds to get on my belly, round chambered, and a shot off. No time to be digging around in my backpack!
 
.22LRGUY said:
Thanks guys, keep 'em coming! I guess I could try to make one, though the sewing machine is something I have no luck with. I program a $100K CNC machine for a living, but every time I've tried a sewing machine I end-up wanting to throw the bloody thing out the window.
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You don't need to sew anything if you don't want to if you make your own. The sock I used is long enough where I just tied a knot in the end. That way you can add or take out what you need to suit what style of stock you are using. You can't do that with a pre made one that's sewn up. I have one similar to the one sold by DS Tactical, Triad etc and they are also filled with the same poly beads but I still find my own more versatile. It may not look as ###y or have any brand name on it but its not a fashion contest either.
 
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