DTL always unload between stations, loaded/broken between shots is good as it keeps the rythym of the squad going. Ref should call "unload and change" after the last in the squad has shot their last bird. ABT I always used to unload between but was told you can leave one in whilst moving 1-5 then completely unload going back to 1, thats assuming you hit with the first shot /wp-content/forum-smileys/sf-laugh.gif/wp-content/forum-smileys/sf-laugh.gif not sure on the etiquette for autos, other than the chucking spent shells infront of your neighbour problem with trap. Quite correct to unload with sportrap, again ref should call "unload and change" no probs being loaded/broken in the cage, again keeps the squad rythym going. Little pads on the floor, personal preference. I like to use them or rest on my toe when I have shot trap, all part of my routine. Gun on pad, put in shells, turn them to read the makers name, relax and listen for the guy next to me to shoot, look up, close gun, Dust it /wp-content/forum-smileys/sf-laugh.gif Thats the theory anyhoo. I try not to watch the others in the squad shoot, stops me trying to guess which bird im gonna get /wp-content/forum-smileys/sf-smile.gif