DIY portable archery backstop

[Batjac]

I just released a video on how to make a portable target/backstop.

 

[mjh]

I like it! I've a backstop but I've been working on a easy set up and tear down method for storage and transport. Giant sawhorse just might work.

 

[Batjac]

Glad you like it. Thanks for watching.

 

[ryndxt]

This is exactly what I’ve been trying to plan out. What did you use to mount the stall mat? Did you pre drilled the mat or put screws directly through?

 

[Btaylor]

Nice target setup!!

 

[LostArra]

Great setup. I always wondered about that compressed hay for a target.

I've used a stall mat for a backstop and it's probably the safest option.
I realize this is the traditional archery section but be warned that a stray compound arrow (not that anyone misses with a compound) might require a winch or a come-along to pull out of the mat.

 

[Black Titan]

Great setup. I always wondered about that compressed hay for a target.

I've used a stall mat for a backstop and it's probably the safest option.
I realize this is the traditional archery section but be warned that a stray compound arrow (not that anyone misses with a compound) might require a winch or a come-along to pull out of the mat.

I can attest to this! Also beware that a fixed blade single bevel from a 70lb compound at 20 yards will go clean through the mat. Or, so a friend told me

BT

 

[ryndxt]

To iterate on the idea, I wonder if you put 2 horse stall mats up, would that help? Might be it too heavy to truly be portable.

 

[Ice-kub]

I have a 1 inch or 0.75" thick stall mat that hangs from a frame of 1.5" square tubing and from 5 yards it stops those newish Easton field points on vap TKO 300s at 70lbs. Really had to work to get it out.