Dave Soubolsky

If you’ve spent real time around shooting ranges, you know the backstop is where theory meets reality. On paper, lots of bullet trap systems “stop bullets.” In practice, only a few do it predictably, safely, and maintain low maintenance costs and limited range down time. Your range needs to work when you want to shoot. Whether at your home range or the busiest commercial ranges, bullet stops and bullet traps are the most important area in your shooting range. Rubber backstops have become...

A rifle range must be engineered, not improvised. Whether it’s a private setup or a commercial facility, safety and structure always come first. Every shot needs containment. Every range needs consistency. And every material choice shapes how the range performs under pressure. This guide breaks down what matters: planning, layout, materials, and long-term upkeep. If you’re building from scratch or upgrading an existing setup, start here. 1. Planning: Start With the Groundwork Before the...

Sound management is one of the biggest challenges for indoor gun ranges. Every gunshot produces intense impulse noise that can exceed 140 decibels , a level where safety standards require control. Gun ranges that do not install VRib acoustic panels encounter higher sound levels that are harmful to the shooter and range instructors.  Adding ballistic rubber acoustic panels reduce sound, eliminate ricochets, and protect gun range equipment.  VRib Acoustic Panels  from TAP Ballistics are built...