This document discusses issues with solid phase extraction (SPE) as a sample preconcentration method. SPE provides lower detection limits than large sample volumes but can show artifacts from incomplete recovery. The Regional Monitoring Program uses SPE to process 100L water samples through glass fiber filters and XAD2 resin columns. Comparisons of 100L SPE samples to 4L solvent extraction samples show the SPE method may underestimate for high organic samples due to short contact times, while overestimating for low organic samples where solvent extraction recovers more. Alternatives like switching to solvent extraction are not preferable due to increased sampling and shipping volumes required. The status quo 100L SPE method is preferred if its tendencies toward over or under-estimation are taken into account.