RE: How to handle recoil
Driftrider hit one of the best options. Gun weight is a big factor in felt recoil. A friend of mine has a Rem 700 Sendero in 300 WIN Mag. This thing weighs in at around 11 pounds. My Rem 700 ADL in .270 weighs in at just over 8 pounds. After shooting both guns the felt recoil is about the same. The difference is his .300 Mag has more of a push where my .270 is a sharper, quicker kick. I was really suprised and his .300 was very enjoyable to shoot.
Bobo21, I'm 6'3" and have the same problem as you. I always carry at least 2 quilts to the range with me as well as mt Bull Bag. This way I can adjust the height to fit me perfectly.