OldSchoolEmpire 80 Posted January 16, 2018 So I want to pick up some 6x3 game mats to use when Legion comes out. I've been looking at Game Matz and Deep Cut Studios as possible prospects. Any thoughts or recommendations regarding those or any other comparable offering would be appreciated. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ninclouse2000 1,051 Posted January 16, 2018 If I had the extra $$$ I would get a deep cut studios mat for sure. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
onebit73 63 Posted January 16, 2018 (edited) Is Frontline Gaming going to do a 3x6? Edited January 16, 2018 by onebit73 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sirdrasco 254 Posted January 16, 2018 I got one of these, comes with a case http://www.tablewar.com/the-f-a-t-mat/6x3-f-a-t-mat/ 1 Timinater reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
samusthe17 82 Posted January 16, 2018 You want a solid game mat that's pretty cheap? Pick up a 6 x 3 yoga mat off amazon or whatever. It's thick so it isn't flimsy and has a solid grip so your miniatures don't slip around. Then you can paint/decorate it as much as you'd like. It's what I used in armada when I was on a budget. if you have the funds, go for some of the other suggestions, but if you want something that's pragmatic and affordable, do the yoga mat. 1 Sorsha30 reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VAYASAN 850 Posted January 16, 2018 Loving Urbanmatz Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Timinater 101 Posted January 16, 2018 34 minutes ago, Sirdrasco said: I got one of these, comes with a case http://www.tablewar.com/the-f-a-t-mat/6x3-f-a-t-mat/ Same here. And its a great mat. Deep cut studios have some great looking mats, as well take a look at some of the 6x4' they have. You could always use 6 inches on each side (the 4ft side) for your cards ect, then the game size will be right. This is also a great help 1 OldSchoolEmpire reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amanal 2,557 Posted January 16, 2018 I purchased the FAT mat as they have a reseller in Australia so the postage doesn't involve body parts. 1 Timinater reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Timinater 101 Posted January 16, 2018 Just now, Amanal said: I purchased the FAT mat as they have a reseller in Australia so the postage doesn't involve body parts. That is the main reason I choose the FAT mat. Yeh, obviously I'm also in the great southern land!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DarkTrooperZero 304 Posted January 17, 2018 14 hours ago, Amanal said: I purchased the FAT mat as they have a reseller in Australia so the postage doesn't involve body parts. Was looking at Fat mats, what one did you go with. The 6x3 forest mat looks pretty glaring contrast between dirt and grass but feels a bit more endorie than the 6x4 grassy plains. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Timinater 101 Posted January 17, 2018 (edited) On 17/01/2018 at 10:04 PM, DarkTrooperZero said: Was looking at Fat mats, what one did you go with. The 6x3 forest mat looks pretty glaring contrast between dirt and grass but feels a bit more endorie than the 6x4 grassy plains. I have the 6x3 grassy plains 2. I am in the process of building terrain based on Terrain Tutor youtube (in this he uses filla foam from a can to build hill and rocks, his look great) and I have just gathered my supplies to start this weekend on it. As well looking to do some tree clumps the same as Sorastros youtube on this. I figured I spent up on the mat, that I can make some terrain to make it look great. Once finished i'll share some pics! Edited January 20, 2018 by Timinater 1 Sorsha30 reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VAYASAN 850 Posted January 17, 2018 1 minute ago, Timinater said: I have the 6x3 grassy planes 2. I am in the process of building terrain based on Terrain Tutor youtube (in this he uses filla foam from a can to build hill and rocks, his look great) and I have just gathered my supplies to start this weekend on it. As well looking to do some tree clumps the same as Sorastros youtube on this. I figured I spent up on the mat, that I can make some terrain to make it look great. Once finished i'll share some pics! Got a link to the foam thing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Starrapter 15 Posted January 17, 2018 Great thread. I just ordered a wasteland 6' x 3' mat for the first time through Deep Cut Studios! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OldSchoolEmpire 80 Posted January 17, 2018 Really great recommendations, I'm really liking what I see from Deep Cut Studios! What is the preferred Mat type, PVC or Mousepad? 1 hour ago, Starrapter said: Great thread. I just ordered a wasteland 6' x 3' mat for the first time through Deep Cut Studios! I just looked at the wasteland mat, do they offer in 3x6? the dropdown selection only had 4x4, 4x6 and 3x3. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Attackmack 525 Posted January 17, 2018 I only have experience with DeepcutStudios but their mats are fantastic! Im sure most who offer these kind of mats carry equally good ones but for me, when I need another one ill definitely turn back to DCS! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OldSchoolEmpire 80 Posted January 17, 2018 @Soulless Whats your preference or experience with PVC or Mousepad? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amanal 2,557 Posted January 17, 2018 Forest mat: 2 OldSchoolEmpire and Sorsha30 reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Timinater 101 Posted January 17, 2018 8 hours ago, VAYASAN said: Got a link to the foam thing? 1 VAYASAN reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Starrapter 15 Posted January 17, 2018 6 hours ago, OldSchoolEmpire said: Really great recommendations, I'm really liking what I see from Deep Cut Studios! What is the preferred Mat type, PVC or Mousepad? I just looked at the wasteland mat, do they offer in 3x6? the dropdown selection only had 4x4, 4x6 and 3x3. @OldSchoolEmpire Unfortunately, they don't carry this specific Wasteland map in 6x3 so i had to put out the extra cash to make it custom. I'm from New Jersey so the shipping costed me an arm and a leg, but I can't wait to play it! Also, it seems that mousepad has the best surface from other vids I watched about it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OldSchoolEmpire 80 Posted January 18, 2018 @Starrapter Thanks for the head up. I haven't decided yet, but I might just get it at 4x6 that way I can use for other games and I can just mark it in by 6 inches per side when playing Legion. 1 Timinater reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VAYASAN 850 Posted January 18, 2018 Mine from Urbanmatz(my 3x3). 1 Starrapter reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Attackmack 525 Posted January 18, 2018 On 17/01/2018 at 4:06 PM, OldSchoolEmpire said: @Soulless Whats your preference or experience with PVC or Mousepad? Imo, "mousepad" (neoprene) is absoutely better and more enjoyable to play on. It looks better (not as shiny as pvc tend to be) and feels great, to pick up tokens and cards and roll dice on. 2 Timinater and Sorsha30 reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Virgil Cain 18 Posted January 18, 2018 (edited) I've started making my own for Bolt Action, which I sadly got way too into as practice for Legion but oh well. Its easy, cheap, and looks much better than almost anything you can purchase. https://operationwargaming.blogspot.com/2015/10/flexible-terrain-mat.html http://tobispaintpot.blogspot.com/2012/10/a-new-horizon-tutorial-for-flexible.html Edited January 18, 2018 by Virgil Cain Typo 1 ninclouse2000 reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davepaulstanley 46 Posted January 20, 2018 On 1/17/2018 at 1:36 PM, Amanal said: Forest mat: Can you please post some more pics of this? I really really like this and would consider going with this same approach. Thanks! 1 Starrapter reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OldSchoolEmpire 80 Posted January 20, 2018 2 hours ago, davepaulstanley said: Can you please post some more pics of this? I really really like this and would consider going with this same approach. Thanks! @AmanalYea this is a beautiful setup. Love the trees! Did you follow your own guide when making the trees , or do you have one you could point to as a good reference? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
