you certainly don't need a lead sled. if you wish to shoot from a bench, all you need are sandbags. get a large one for the front (under the forearm) and a small one for the rear of the stock. you would be amazed at the groups some people can shoot with bags. however, if you are a "hunter", and your rifle shoots 1.25 to 1.50, you are good to go. UNLESS you an accuracy nut, in which case you need a lot more stuff.