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Thanks for posting. Great confirmation of the importance of dry fire training.

Another vote for 2.

Welcome. Although I am a new member but long time researcher as well.

Thanks for the recommendations.

Ok. Any names or companies I could look up on the interweb? Or do I just do a google search? Thanks.

Second the clock or counter clockwise approach. I have yet to shoot one with steel partially covered, but come the next match we use one, I am recommending that we cover part of it. Sounds too good.

This is a good topic, and I would be interested as well in some new/updated comments. In today's age, I suppose video of your practice, and matches is playing a greater roll in training than a decade before. I would be very interested in finding a computer program that helps me analyze my video. One of my biggest frustrations is having to analyze everything and then make adjustments or improvements on my own. I am a self taught shooter, so most of my improvement came from shooting and follow up analysis. A personal trainer or instructor would be the bomb.

Started USPSA in the beginning of 2020, as a C class shooter in CO. Shortly there after I got the PCC bug and sit in B class currently. I seem to struggle with finding time to practice for both. I also struggle with consistently finding the time to dry fire. However, I am more committed this year, have all the dry fire books, just need to time and will to see it through. After reading this post, to me it seems that Dry Fire practice/training is one of the most common points among most high level shooters. Although several people didn't list their classification, so I made the assumption that they were a higher level. (why bother with all the practice if you never move out of D class, thus I assume D class shooters aren't practicing all that much, or they would either move up a level or two, or they must be practicing wrong. )

Second here for the Gofastdontsuck dry fire targets and supplies. I would think that someone has figured out how to DIY some of your own props using household materials. A drop swinger or max trap would be neat too.

I have the Max, and the original X5 with a Romeo 1. I like parts of both. I've had the Max for a year now and haven't made the switch completely from the X5. There is a lot to like about the Max, but the lack of a front sight seems to be my biggest sticking point. If I were to purchase a third, or one for the first time I think I would go with the Legion and a Romeo3XL.

Just in case anyone stumbles across this thread again. USPSA and IDPA now have stage libraries. I know USPSA's is on their website, and perhaps IDPA. I can't remember where I saw those, perhaps it was through the Trident stage designer tool mentioned above. These libraries are more than just classifiers, I believe anyone can submit stage designs as well.

From a newer shooter, great bits of advice here. I second reading the book from Bassham, "With Winning in Mind". It was a good short read that will aid with "mental match focus". I also support the concept of taking a training class or seeking instruction. However, I have also found some much better shooters than myself that will often be glad to help with basic instruction / tips for free if you ask. There are some also possibly some local instructors or top level shooters that may offer private instruction as well. For solo practice sessions I have used a video to see where some of my slow transitions or entry/exit points are.

I have found boxed ammo from Atlanta Arms works well, but perhaps more on the pricier side. LAX Ammo has some reloads, and new bulk deals from time to time. I haven't had any issues with either company.

This was interesting to see different methods/opinions. I wonder if the issue is still as relevant today, as red dots are becoming more common. I also question two eyes open on shooting steel at 50 yards plus. Anyone still thinking about this topic?

Greetings from TN. Been doing a ton of reading here, thanks for all the great information.