In this case there is no low ready or port arms "starting postion".
12.3 Are You Ready - Standby ...The range officer shall then issue the commands "Are You Ready" followed shortly by "Standby". At this point the competitor is cleared to activate the "3GN Self Start Timer Button" which activates the timer that signifies the beginning of the competitors attempt of the course of fire...
2.6 Default Start Position. The competitor assumes the start position as specified in the written stage briefing. Unless otherwise specified, for a handgun start, the competitor must stand erect, facing downrange, with arms hanging naturally by the sides. For a rifle or shotgun start, unless otherwise specified, the competitor must stand "High Port" which is defined as; standing erect and relaxed, with the firearm held in both hands, stock touching the competitor's belt, at hip level, muzzle pointing upward and with the finger out of the trigger guard. Different stages may require the “ready position” to be prone, kneeling, sitting or as otherwise stated in the written stage briefing. A course of fire may permit a competitor to start a stage with a long gun mounted into the shoulder and pointing towards targets