Any suggestions for keeping the magic trackpad from sliding around?

When I push up with two fingers, the 'pad moves.  I usually just put an iPod touch in back of it (iPod has a rubber case, prevents sliding).  But a more practile solutions would be best (don't always have iPod around)
I wish the little rubber pieces on the bottom of the trackpad were more grippy...

I always thought those pads were "grippy".  What kind of surface do you have it on?
Here's one suggestion though.  Get a thin piece of vinyl sheet a little larger than the trackpad.  That stuff sticks to most any smooth surface and will definitely grip the trackpad.  I know this because I use this stuff.  But almost anything equivalent will do.
Note, I use not to keep the trackpad from slipping, but to keep it from scratching my acrylic desktop (also bought from the same place as the vinyl).

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