While I'm posting today, thought I'd share one of my favorite tech tips in case others can make use.

Whenever a game is subject to stand ups that get thrashed and start launching airballs (TZ, TOM, STTNG, etc.) I employ a homebrew tip. Just did it with great success on TS. I go to the hardware store, pick up a 3/8" L bracket, and then cut it at the joint to get a straight piece. The length is perfect. I attach it to the back of a standup target with a trimmed piece of double-sided 3M mounting tape. I then replace the the target foam with a trimmed piece of pinbits drop dead foam. The result is rock solid. I've found this to be much more effective than the expensive re-enforced targets that are sold as replacements.

Sure, here you go. Pic of the finished product and the raw materials.

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I know, it doesn't look like it'd do much, but it's very effective. I think it helps some with the front mounting bracket bending, too. The target sits a little tighter in the slot, giving less room for movement when the target flexes, reducing stress on the mount. YMMV, of course.