PRS Talk NEW PRODUCT! IDB MARS Tripod rest

[Rob01]

I put this in the Armory but figured I would put it in the Competition section also for more eyes who would use it.

With more and more people using tripods as a rear rest in PRS/NRL/MARS style matches, Tony at Impact Data Books came up with an innovative idea to help them get more stable and be able to move positions easily and even have a place to set the rifle butt without it sliding. He called it the MARS(Mini Anchor Rear Support) Rest *Patent Pending*. He has different sizes for different tripods. Below is his website with them and his video showing the product.

MARS Tripod Rear Rest

MARS Tripod Rear Rest

www.impactdatabooks.com

 

[Cttreeguy]

I got to give this a try after a match today. I’m not a big tripod rear support guy but, needless to say I have one on order. It’s simple, easy to manipulate, and rock stable.

 

[gDP]

Heres an alternate product that seems more my style. I think I would prefer the bag vs a hard-on-hard contact.

https://prstf.com/shop/p/tripod-rear-bag-the-rear-admiral

 

[Rob01]

Heres an alternate product that seems more my style. I think I would prefer the bag vs a hard-on-hard contact.

https://prstf.com/shop/p/tripod-rear-bag-the-rear-admiral

Take your support hand off and see how well that holds your rifle up.

Also nothing says you can't put a thin padded piece on the MARS contact surface but it's not needed.

 

[DeathBeforeDismount]

Heres an alternate product that seems more my style. I think I would prefer the bag vs a hard-on-hard contact.

https://prstf.com/shop/p/tripod-rear-bag-the-rear-admiral

They do different thing. Use your brain.

 

[Emerson0311]

I put this in the Armory but figured I would put it in the Competition section also for more eyes who would use it.

With more and more people using tripods as a rear rest in PRS/NRL/MARS style matches, Tony at Impact Data Books came up with an innovative idea to help them get more stable and be able to move positions easily and even have a place to set the rifle butt without it sliding. He called it the MARS(Mini Anchor Rear Support) Rest *Patent Pending*. He has different sizes for different tripods. Below is his website with them and his video showing the product.

MARS Tripod Rear Rest

MARS Tripod Rear Rest

www.impactdatabooks.com

I guess the complicating factor would be sizing for the top leg, and then moving down onto the bigger leg. Or maybe running 2, one on each leg sized appropriately.

 

[Rob01]

I guess the complicating factor would be sizing for the top leg, and then moving down onto the bigger leg. Or maybe running 2, one on each leg sized appropriately.

You can move the larger top MARS to the next size leg down as the difference is usually 4mm. It's a little sloppier of course but it works.

 

[Emerson0311]

You can move the larger top MARS to the next size leg down as the difference is usually 4mm. It's a little sloppier of course but it works.

As long as it stays on the leg, that works. I just upgraded to an inverted 2 section after dropping lots of points to folks who already ran them.

 

[Rob01]

Tony uses a two section and has tried the largest MARS on the smaller section and it stays on and works but will slide easier of course. Using two as you mentioned would also be an option if using it a lot.

 

[Emerson0311]

Tony uses a two section and has tried the largest MARS on the smaller section and it stays on and works but will slide easier of course. Using two as you mentioned would also be an option if using it a lot.

It would be easy to grip the leg and stop the sliding. 4” of side to side adjustment available for bag rider gives a lot of grace to tripod placement. Worst case, shooter’s forearm is still in play if the setup is not close enough.

 

[DairyDictator]

But..... why? The TRS from Rauch has been around for a couple years now and hasn't really gotten any traction for a reason. Seems to me like it'll work as long as it's set up and levelled perfectly but could be pretty unforgiving if it's not, plus not controlling the left/right movement of the buttstock seems like it's inviting horizontal stringing.

 

[Rob01]

But..... why? The TRS from Rauch has been around for a couple years now and hasn't really gotten any traction for a reason. Seems to me like it'll work as long as it's set up and levelled perfectly but could be pretty unforgiving if it's not, plus not controlling the left/right movement of the buttstock seems like it's inviting horizontal stringing.

Why? Because it’s a very stable platform to shoot off of that only moves when you move it. There will be no more angle than an arm or hand that people usually use to hold the butt.

There is no left or right movement unless you want it. The rifle butt is still in your shoulder.

If you see someone at a match with one then give it a try for yourself.

 

[NOMAD]

Looking for some leg sizes for any other tripods not on this list. If you have info and would like to help Please add make model and leg sizes. Prefer in MM but will take any measurement and we will convert and add to it.

Thanks for all the orders and support you are keeping us busy for sure. We look forward to seeing you use them and get feedback.
Def need BOG, FATBOY, and more RRS dimensions for sure

CURRENT LIST

BRAND​	MODEL​	1st Leg​	2nd Leg​	3rd Leg​	4th Leg​
Vortex Switchback	TR-SBC
Two Vets Tripods	No Name	38mm
Two Vets Tripods	Recon V2	38mm	34mm	30
Two Vets Tripods	Infil	28mm
Two Vets Tripods	Voyager	28mm
Two Vets Tripods	QDT	42mm	38mm
Two Vets Tripods	KIT	30mm
RRS	TFCT	36mm	32mm	28mm
RRS	Ascend
RRS	Versa
RRS	Ultralight
RRS	Field Grade
RRS	Tvc-221 mk2 soar	36mm	32mm
RRS	Anvil
Comp40		40mm	36mm	32mm	28mm
Primos Apex		25mm
Manfrotto	055 Alum	30mm	26mm	24mm	x
Manfrotto	055 Carbon	30mm	24mm	20mm	16mm
Manfrotto	190XPRO Alum	26mm	22mm	19mm	X
Manfrotto	190X Alum	26mm	22mm	19mm	X
Manfrotto	190 Carbon Fiber	24mm	22mm	16mm	12mm
Manfrotto	057 Carbon	40mm	34mm	30mm	X
Manfrotto	290 XTRA Alum	26mm	22mm	19mm	X
Manfrotto	290 XTRA Carbon	26mm	22mm	19mm	x
Manfrotto	190go! Alum	26mm	22mm	19mm	16mm
Manfrotto	190go! Carbon	26mm	22mm	19mm	15mm
Manfrotto	190XPRO Alum	30mm	22mm	19mm	16mm
Manfrotto	190 Alum 3 leg	26mm	22mm	19mm	16mm
Manfrotto	190 Alum 4 leg	26mm	22mm	19mm	16mm
Manfrotto	290 Dual Kit	26mm	22mm	19mm	X
Manfrotto	Befree GT XPRO	26mm	22mm	19mm	16mm
Manfrotto	Befree Advanced Carbon	22mm	18mm	15mm	11mm
BOG	Death Grip Carbon
	Death Grip Alum
	Death Grip Sherpa
	Camo Deathgrip
	Deathgrip

 

[Mr.BR]

Basicaly all the models have dimension of the top tube in the model designation (403 = 40mm top tube , 3 sections )
Leofoto SA-403CX+MH-60X Tubes: 40/36/32mm
Leofoto SO-362CX Inverted tube diameter: 36/40mm
Leofoto SO-322CX Inverted tube diameter: 32/36mm

As you can see 4mm is the increment from one tube to the next, and remains so in all other models they offer.

 

[NOMAD]

Thank you appreciate it.

Anyone have data for Fat Boy tripods