Hey Brian, you've used minimal wood there, and your supports are low. Do you find it pretty sturdy or does it seem a bit light?

Excellent idea!  Just might build one myself!  Thanks for the pics!

Frank
Back seems real solid as is.  I used 3inch decking screws rather than nails.  I left the option to add a front brace if needed... but there just isn't that much force going into the thing so I figured I'd be OK with it as is.  Now if my kids decide to use it as a monkey bar set.. I may need to beef it up.

Just got back from Tractor Supply - with my new backstop.  Thanks for the info . . .
Craig

Thanks Brian! When I replaced my plywood, I had to shore up two corners cause of my design. I might change it around to your style if it starts to weaken.

My backstop is now built and being used.
Craig

Very, very, very good idea! Think I'll build one like it myself.    Although I will use pressure treated lumber...

... mike ...     ...

What is the size of the mat?

Looks good! But that mat'd cost more like 150$ in Norway  :(

Brian, can you shoot thru the mat? I mean if you miss and it takes a direct hit will the arrow go all the way thru?

Nice job!

QuoteOriginally posted by coaster500:
Brian, can you shoot thru the mat? I mean if you miss and it takes a direct hit will the arrow go all the way thru?

Nope. Not with a stick bow.  My heaviest arrows (approx 735gr) out of my heaviest bow (#60) will penetrate through the field point with about 1 inch sticking out the back.

When I shot a compound at 300+fps I could get about half an arrow to penetrate.

I have not tried (i.e. missed on purpose) with a broadhead yet so can't say for sure how the mat handles a BH.

Great idea.  I have compressed straw bales (3) sitting on top of a dolly, inside the garage with plywood against the wall. The stall mat would work better than the plywood. The bales weigh around 80 lbs each, and they are wrapped inside 4 mil. plastic to keep the straw off the floor. I like the mat idea better, with a Block style target much better, less mess and takes up less space. Thanks

I have the same mat. I shot it with a 54# bow, with a 593 gr. arrow and a Zwickey Black Diamond from about 10 feet away. The arrow went through about 4-5 inches.

Tough stuff    

Thanks for the answer ---->

This is exactly what I've been looking for to put in my backyard.  I'll be making mine this weekend.  Thanks for sharing Brian.    

 
glad y'all like it.  Feels good to finally contribute something here that other find usefull.

What size screws did you use to hold the mat up, it looks heavy.
Jack

Thats really nice...gives me a great idea for my new house.

I like it!!