MikieM Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 See!! I told you equipment matters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B_RAD Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 1 hour ago, MikieM said: See!! I told you equipment matters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikieM Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 26 minutes ago, B_RAD said: I'm just funnin'. The Pro's (GM, M, and even A's) didn't get to where they're at without learning to do the right things at the right time. Whenever one of them speaks, I shut-up and listen. Good equipment does count, however, and that's why I wear Salomons. They're so damn cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B_RAD Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 12 minutes ago, MikieM said: I'm just funnin'. The Pro's (GM, M, and even A's) didn't get to where they're at without learning to do the right things at the right time. Whenever one of them speaks, I shut-up and listen. Good equipment does count, however, and that's why I wear Salomons. They're so damn cool. You know, I'll be buying a pair for next year. So,.... ha ha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GorillaTactical Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 (edited) I like the collection of sayin's you put together @B_RAD - also agree with the concept of the constantly evolving meaning of these concepts as we grow as shooters. Regarding the point on gear mattering or not...I think that this is a comment, in its current form, best directed at the average individual getting into competition/ the mid level shooter who sees the pros/skilled shooters out rocking the fancy stuff...the number one mistake I have seen (and was guilty of) is to then go out and spend thousands on gear that, maybe takes someone from shooting 60% of their local match winner, to 62% of their local match winner. What I tell people on my youtube channel videos where I talk about gear and product, is that gear is never a substitute for fundamentals and training, but the correct gear for you can enhance your ability slightly, and make executing some of those fundamentals just a little bit easier. I've heard it more than once though..."If I just had X gear, I could be just about as fast as that guy"...and it makes me cry a little each time Edited September 1, 2017 by GorillaTactical Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B_RAD Posted September 1, 2017 Author Share Posted September 1, 2017 1 hour ago, GorillaTactical said: I like the collection of sayin's you put together @B_RAD - also agree with the concept of the constantly evolving meaning of these concepts as we grow as shooters. Regarding the point on gear mattering or not...I think that this is a comment, in its current form, best directed at the average individual getting into competition/ the mid level shooter who sees the pros/skilled shooters out rocking the fancy stuff...the number one mistake I have seen (and was guilty of) is to then go out and spend thousands on gear that, maybe takes someone from shooting 60% of their local match winner, to 62% of their local match winner. What I tell people on my youtube channel videos where I talk about gear and product, is that gear is never a substitute for fundamentals and training, but the correct gear for you can enhance your ability slightly, and make executing some of those fundamentals just a little bit easier. I've heard it more than once though..."If I just had X gear, I could be just about as fast as that guy"...and it makes me cry a little each time Well said! I just went out at lunch for some live fire practice. I did not shoot well at 15 yds weak hand only. I was pulling shots right. The solution for that is dry fire, lots of it, and try again. Concentrating on only moving my weak hand trigger finger, moving it straight back. I'm just as guilty as anyone as trying to solve problems with buying something "better". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtrump Posted September 5, 2017 Share Posted September 5, 2017 On 8/30/2017 at 7:48 PM, MemphisMechanic said: @B_RAD and @858... Equipment matters in that a CZ is meant for tiny human hands. I absoltely hate holding them, and went with a Tanfo specifically to get into something that actually filled my long, but skinny hands. A G34 is just plain too big for your average female's hands to optimally hold. The equipment does matter, insofar that you have to be able to comfortably reach and operate everything. After that, well, a Walther Q5 or a CZ or Tanfo or Glock will result in pretty much the same score if the operator is up to the challenge and well practiced with that platform. The crazy part is I shoot a 34 and it fits fine, but I had to sell my brand new shadow 2 after 200 rounds because I coulden't reach the trigger except "just the tip" of my finger when Hammer Down... I don't have large nor small hands. I could have switched to a sp-01 trigger, the gun felt great but I don't feel I could have shot it any better than my glock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MemphisMechanic Posted September 5, 2017 Share Posted September 5, 2017 (edited) 1 hour ago, jtrump said: I could have switched to a sp-01 trigger, the gun felt great but I don't feel I could have shot it any better than my glock. A Production guy, I went G34 > M&P > Tanfo > Walther Q5 (Plastic Plastic SuperNinjaSteelGun back to plastic. With the first two guns being the bulk of my 10 years shooting IDPA then USPSA.) I can promise you that the gun doesn't matter much. Shoot what fits you and feels good and makes you enjoy practicing... and go practice. Edited September 5, 2017 by MemphisMechanic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bdh821 Posted September 5, 2017 Share Posted September 5, 2017 Since I'm a self proclaimed Grand Master millennial, I figure looks is 50% of this game. If I have a cool looking gun and equipment, I'll at least look good while missing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bdh821 Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 Also, I'm an Asian minority Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benos Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 If your life allows it, dry-fire, dry-draw, and dry mag-changes every day. If your life doesn't allow that, make some life adjustments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BritinUSA Posted September 6, 2017 Share Posted September 6, 2017 10 minutes ago, benos said: If your life WIFE allows it, dry-fire, dry-draw, and dry mag-changes every day. If your life WIFE doesn't allow that, make some life WIFE adjustments. I flxed your post…. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B_RAD Posted September 7, 2017 Author Share Posted September 7, 2017 1 hour ago, BritinUSA said: I flxed your post…. Yeah you did! My life with no wife allows it! Ah crap, now.i have no exucse! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B_RAD Posted September 7, 2017 Author Share Posted September 7, 2017 1 hour ago, benos said: If your life allows it, dry-fire, dry-draw, and dry mag-changes every day. If your life doesn't allow that, make some life adjustments. So switching to a new gun won't solve my problem with tanking classifiers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
858 Posted September 7, 2017 Share Posted September 7, 2017 3 hours ago, B_RAD said: So switching to a new gun won't solve my problem with tanking classifiers? Depends, do you shoot a Taurus? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3gunDQ Posted September 7, 2017 Share Posted September 7, 2017 Or a hi point? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bdh821 Posted September 8, 2017 Share Posted September 8, 2017 (edited) On September 5, 2017 at 7:14 PM, Bdh821 said: Since I'm a self proclaimed Grand Master millennial, I figure looks is 50% of this game. If I have a cool looking gun and equipment, I'll at least look good while missing Example of my above statement. 2 Alphas! style points! Edited September 8, 2017 by Bdh821 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
191138sc Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 On 8/24/2017 at 2:32 PM, B_RAD said: 9. Practice every day. Or as much as you can. Make time! I started shooting USPSA at age 64 and now 4 years later I'm near B in Open. Practice is the best advice I ever received from the "pros." Wish my wife would let me shoot more (LOL). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JKSNIPER Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 I heard a few that i thought were pretty good: "Its the Indian not the arrow" "Most people don't need a $1500 AR-15. What they DO need is a $700 AR-15 and $800 worth of training." "You can't miss fast enough to win." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RileyLV Posted October 3, 2017 Share Posted October 3, 2017 Among competitors of equal skill, the performance properties of the equipment used may well be the distinguishing factor in determining the winner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MemphisMechanic Posted October 3, 2017 Share Posted October 3, 2017 “Points your competitors to death.” - read that somewhere on BEnos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B_RAD Posted October 3, 2017 Author Share Posted October 3, 2017 4 hours ago, MemphisMechanic said: “Points your competitors to death.” - read that somewhere on BEnos. No 7. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B_RAD Posted October 3, 2017 Author Share Posted October 3, 2017 5 hours ago, RileyLV said: Among competitors of equal skill, the performance properties of the equipment used may well be the distinguishing factor in determining the winner. Only if one comeptitor is using a hi point. Glocks = CZ = Tanfo = Sig. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abb1 Posted October 6, 2017 Share Posted October 6, 2017 ‘It’s not the gear’ this is the one that I always get a kick out of as the pros HAVE the best gear. I would like to see them compete in their class with norincos and a plain cheap holster. Yes skill and technique is key and the most important aspect of the sport, but having the right gear will make you improve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCTaylor Posted October 6, 2017 Share Posted October 6, 2017 6 minutes ago, abb1 said: ‘It’s not the gear’ this is the one that I always get a kick out of as the pros HAVE the best gear. I would like to see them compete in their class with norincos and a plain cheap holster. Yes skill and technique is key and the most important aspect of the sport, but having the right gear will make you improve. Define the Pro's and the best. I know of a few gents that win major matches with Glocks, an inferior plastic gun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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