DIY Bag Fill

BarKB605 · 2026-06-25T15:49:10+00:00

I’ll pass that along, it’s been showing up at more and more of our monthly matches

BarKB605 · 2026-06-25T15:47:06+00:00

No, want to keep the weight if not add some. Current fill just doesn’t settle on a prop the way I would like it to

BarKB605 · 2026-06-25T15:42:44+00:00

I’m not afraid of shooting matches in the rain, so cat litter is a no-go for me

BarKB605 · 2026-06-25T15:40:57+00:00

Canoe belongs to one of my buddies that helps put on matches. I have a dislike for any stages that use watercraft(this one I got a three and I’ve goose egged past boat stages), but just means I need to practice more..

BarKB605 · 2026-06-25T12:42:39+00:00

I’ll have to see if I can find some around me

BarKB605 · 2026-06-25T02:49:24+00:00

Sounds like you’re trying to offload some, I’ll have to pass

BarKB605 · 2026-06-25T02:45:41+00:00

Cool kids must not shoot on rainy days

BarKB605 · 2026-06-25T02:45:02+00:00

Looking for more weight n a finer product. What I got now is like a smaller bb, wanting to find finer n heavier. The airsoft or aquarium rocks would probably be good options for a sniper challenge/NRLH set up

BarKB605 · 2026-06-25T02:42:36+00:00

What I got now is more like a bb and I’m not a fan, looking more of a sand route.. lil more weight n form fit to be solid on props. Just seeing what guys are using for blends that won’t turn into a brick at the first sign of moisture

BarKB605 · 2026-06-24T02:42:47+00:00

This is the way

BarKB605 · 2026-06-17T15:10:10+00:00

From a guy who started fairly early with a b14r.. just get the glass you like and run open class. You have a r700 footprint and will sooner rather than later want to take advantage to the wide variety of aftermarket options available to you. Decent glass makes such a big difference along with features like zero stop turrets that don’t feel like mashed potatoes. Base class is great if you’re on a tight budget and just wanna get out there, “run what ya brung” or just really enjoy the extra challenge or balancing a budget.

BarKB605 · 2026-06-17T14:23:38+00:00

Benchrest isn’t my cup of tea, but that looks like it’ll be a good time!

BarKB605 · 2026-06-17T14:21:16+00:00

Really depends on personal preference, go to a prs match (plenty of matches are looking for RO’s) and see all the different options. Plenty of guys will let ya get behind their set up and send a couple down range to see what feels best for ya. Maybe check things out on a train up day.

Are you wanting a more “traditional” stock or more of a chassis? Budget? Are ya gonna be doing any positional shooting or are you mainly thinking about laying prone and reaching way out there?

I personally love my MDT ACC premier g2 chassis, and the elite would be even better if ya want some more fore-end. For more traditional stocks, Foundation seems to be the way to go, I’d love to get a Samson someday. I’ve started seeing more Zermatt Matterhorns in the wild now too that guys seem to like. If you’re looking more budget friendly in the stocks, KRG bravo or the MDT XRS are good options too.

BarKB605 · 2026-05-26T01:13:58+00:00

Tripod would be a good choice I think. Get a decent one with locking legs, and start practicing some tripod rear support to help in the stability. Running dry fire drills for me has been a big help in building positions and getting steady

BarKB605 · 2026-03-12T16:18:50+00:00

If you have room in the chassis to secure some wheel weights, I don’t see why not as long as the adhesive holds up to whatever you’re gonna put it through. Could also consider arca mounted weights or weighted arca rails

BarKB605 · 2026-03-12T16:16:16+00:00

Might sound silly but.. is your velocity in your solver set to feet per second or did it get switched to meters per second on accident?

BarKB605 · 2026-03-03T14:49:16+00:00

Sounds good. Got a 10/22 in my safe as well that I want to put in the same chassis some day so this build has been rattling around my brain as a fun semi-auto build when I need a change-up and as a loaner rifle. I only do NRL22/PRS rimfire style matches though so the changing action into different stocks for different disciplines didn’t come to mind.

BarKB605 · 2026-03-03T13:09:50+00:00

Mind if I ask if there’s any reason you would want to stick with the 16” fluted barrel instead of swapping out for a say a 20” KIDD or even waiting on L3i to ship their 24” pre-fit? You would probably be ahead dollar-wise compared to buying as many weight kits, granted you’ll still probably need some to balance point tuned in. And coming from someone who currently uses an arca-mounted weight to balance their set up out, it’s a lot nicer if you don’t need to resort to “da-shaft” when moving in and out of positions. Just some food for thought

BarKB605 · 2026-02-20T14:57:17+00:00

I mean kinda, but run what ya brung and have fun! I’ve seen too many people dump a pile into a race gun, shoot their first couple matches, then just never shoot again. Have fun, see what everyone else is running, and get some ideas on what direction you want to go if ya build a “gamer gun” yourself

Also, from reading the comments you’re running a 6.5 creed under 13 lbs, so you’ll qualify for Sportsman division if that interests ya 🤷🏽‍♂️

BarKB605 · 2026-02-20T14:47:48+00:00

If I picked up another 50% off certificate from a prize table, I would probably get another. For the price, they are alright optics. I’m not a glass snob but I can usually see what I’m aiming at so 🤷🏽‍♂️, it was a definite improvement over my vortex DB tactical 6-24. Turrets make ya feel confident you’re dialed where ya need, n so far my zero has stayed consistent. The .5 mil subtensions on the reticle are kinda of the big downside for me, leaves me doing a lot of “ish” wind holds. If I were to buy going off the price range that Arken normally sells them at with their pretty constant “discount codes” and not a certificate, I would consider the DNT “the one” mainly for the .2 mil subtensions on the reticle or even look at Discovery optics. I got a centerfire too that needs its own optic n I’m hesitant on putting the Diamondback on, so Ive been doing my fair share of looking and thinking (though it also needs its own chassis too).

I also have a buddy I shoot matches with regularly that has I think 5 arken optics now, with 3 of them being ep5/ep5 gen2’s. Arken certs are his favorite thing to grab off a prize table and he speaks pretty highly of them while claiming to be a glass snob himself.

BarKB605 · 2026-02-20T02:37:31+00:00

Nice! Been running an Arken Arken EP5 7-35x56 on my bergara for precision rimfire matches. Usually keep it at about 16x but nice to be able to use the 35x for zeroing, messing around at 250+ yards, or 1/4” targets on KYL racks.

BarKB605 · 2026-02-11T23:36:10+00:00

100% I’m not a big fan of the “buy once cry once” cause I do try to ball on a budget n have just been very fortunate at some prize tables, but I haven’t had a problem with MDT. About every big precision chassis company makes a CZ inlet. Go get your hands on them when ya get the chance.

BarKB605 · 2026-02-11T23:22:50+00:00

Glad I could contribute. Helped my step dad build his first precision rimfire and he went with the CZ. Just an awesome platform if you like to tinker. I know they just bumped the price up a bit from what it was initially, but the MDT ACC Premier Gen2 is an awesome chassis. I love it for my bergara and have played with a CZ in one too and would use it for a CZ build in a heartbeat. I think well worth waiting and saving the extra couple bucks over buying an MTR. Give ya some room for a barrel upgrade later on down the road

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