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    Aftermarket BBL for DPMS G2

    in Precision Rifle

    Posted

    Just talked to a DPMS rep,and was told that other chamberings will be available sometime next year.Im getting impatient.

    I know that the BBL extension is quite different on the G2,and have not seen or found anyone making an aftermarket barrel yet.

    I'm thinking of doing another Grendel build,but if I could get a G2 in 308 and get a barrel in 6.5CM I'd rather go that route.has anyone heard any news or rumors?

    Ammo Situation and Stage Design

    in Multi-gun Rules / Stage Design / Match Administration

    Posted

    While I agree not to cut round counts,I dont think we should base a decision not to go to XX match because of a lower round count.

    The situation we are in can also bring more creativity to a stage with less rounds and still be fun and more technical.

    We have all seen stages with only 15-20 rifle but from tricky spots.

    Making the decision to go to war on a target is up to the shooter in X number of rounds vs. score.

    Would I rather stand in one spot and shoot 100 rounds or 20 rounds from 5 spots with movement and transitions?

    I really like the spin that the Purgatory Flats HAH added to 3 Gun.Physical requirements on the shooter.

    Just dont see a lot of that,and could be a good substitute for the ammo shortages.

    Any locical club or MD knows the current situation will not help build this sport or bring new shooters.

    Dynamic to match outweigh any high round counts in my book.But of course just my take at it.

    Austin

    DQ behavior

    in Match Screw-ups

    Posted

    Always good to see a positive reaction from a DQ.However I wont judge anyone no matter how they act the first X minutes or if they leave.

    I know that when I have a bad stage,that I look like a sore loser,however that isnt the case,thats me figthing me and trying to just burn it off

    so I dont sit and dwell and can refresh for the next stage.There is also no excuse to sit and be a bump on a log all day or argue with the RO.

    But to some going home can be ammo to battle that inner demon and overcome it.

    Practice

    in Little things I've Noticed

    Posted

    All great stuff.

    I like to work on one puzzle/area at a time.

    I will break the pieces apart, running the course dry a handful of times,or until I can have everything feeling smooth.

    Then piece it back together and analyze the outcome with live fire.

    Amazing how much only 50 rnds. will get you.

    Having a friend, or video to critque everything you are doing in my book is VERY valueable.

    Texas Stars,etc. are a lot of fun and all,but to burn 100 rounds to shave .XX seconds as opposed to

    really breaking down fundamental shooting/movement is worth a lot more.

    Amazing how much of shooting is Mental over Physical ability.

    Superstition Mountain Mystery 3-Gun 2013

    in Multi-Gun, Rifle & Shotgun Match Announcements

    Posted · Edited by Overwatcher

    The sport grows, but like Denise and Richard said, there is only so much that can be done per match. Superstition is a very good match, well established and if they dumbed down the stages, I would stop going. Same for RM3G and Blue Ridge. There are some HUGE matches that have simpler and easier stages that let huge numbers of competitors enter that just don't do anything for me.

    Answers are 1. Pitch in and lend a hand at a major by working and ROing and learn some stuff, then go run your "perfect" match. OR 2. Go shoot some of the smaller matches that are great matches, but have not yet gained national attention. There are a bunch of those now. Even with the growth, shooting is largely a volunteer sport and it is NOT shooters and MDs. ALL of the MDs are shooters too. If they add two days, they give up shooting a match themselves. FIne to be a consumer at a major, but unless you also work at least one major every year, that complaint should not be dumped on the staff of ANY match, but especially the folks at Rio.

    I dont think anyone will disagree with this Mark.

    I'm Not trying to "dump" any complaints to the folks at rio and figured that was the spin everyone would take,and for that I apolgize.

    Trying to think outside the box,Travis G. is Mr.Ironman himself,but can pull off a hell of a match and still shoot his match.

    If there is ANYTHING I need to help with to get a spot for SMM3G let me know ill be there.PM or email snafu_360@hotmail.com

    Superstition Mountain Mystery 3-Gun 2013

    in Multi-Gun, Rifle & Shotgun Match Announcements

    Posted · Edited by Overwatcher

    Its all points understood, and thanks for the replies.

    Its easier said then done but,more days=more people involved=more $$=bigger sport.

    Again im not trying to rant because I have seen how much you guys put in, and for that I thank you.

    Its a reality of how big this sport has become for us as shooters along with MD's.

    Fighting for a spot to shoot a match IS my biggest rant with this sport.

    I want to shoot,thats all :goof:*Edit* I want to shoot and enjoy the sport and help it grow anyway I can*

    Superstition Mountain Mystery 3-Gun 2013

    in Multi-Gun, Rifle & Shotgun Match Announcements

    Posted

    I'm sorry to complain,but why haven't matches like these adopted what Ironman does?? 2 days of TO,2 days all other divisions?

    We all know all 4 days will fill..Lets FILL them!

    I have to hope my lucky rabbit foot still has a little more left in it to get my lotto number drawn to shoot matches these days.

    Likely 70% of this match will be TO,which leaves any other division shooters at home on the couch wishing for a spot.(I even seen Chuck A. didn't get in!?)

    I understand the amount of effort that's required to put on this caliber of match, and for that I thank all you MD's.

    Just a bummer is all I can say,and a frown for the progression of the sport.

    Matches need to progess and evolve with the sport, its passing them!

    Please shed some light on what i'm missing here.

    Thanks guys,gals,MD's and everyone who gives to the sport. Have fun at the match and keep my fingers crossed for next year.

    Worse shots after movement -- how to fix that?

    in Handgun Techniques

    Posted

    Thanks for all the feedback, I really should have been more thorough with my question. By "not being there yet" I meant that I can't shoot single-handed while running hard like I've seen other people do. I shoot CZ Shadow in 9mm -- relatively heavy gun with the light loads. I do use cleats when shooting outdoors and I never run hard so that I'm sliding or struggling to stop.

    So the incident which really made me think about how poorly I shoot after moving was this stage:

    At about 27 seconds in I moved uprange for about 5 seconds. The first one out of 3 targets I've engaged (the left one) was CM (!!!), the other two I've engaged while slowly walking back were AA.

    The problem is I only have access to the indoor ranges where the movement practices are either not possible or limited. Matches (so far both of them :)) are pretty much my only options to shoot outdoors. But when practicing indoors last weekend with a small stage built, I've also had worse shots on the *first* target I engage after moving about 6-8 feet with my score getting back to normal on the 2nd/3rd targets.

    PS. I've already been given an advise to shoot bottom targets first and I'll work on that.

    PPS. My result for the stage in video was 23/6/1/1 at 40.43.

    Shooting single handed while running is no easy task,so don't get too down on that.

    Dry fire is your best friend here,put targets up around the house and really drill the movement

    in your head.Like steve said,your building that subconcious.

    After i really started to bend the knees and drop my center coming into a position,my shooting became better.

    And as always..Smooth is Fast!

    Long Range Practice/Training

    in Rifle & Shotgun - Technique

    Posted

    Agreed on the mental aspect,I think my biggest block is the confidence level in knowing the LR game.

    I'm going to be going out with some paper and steel and just see where stuff hits and begin building the confidence.

    I will for sure add the cardio to it as I practice that with all 3-Guns on the smaller bays/stages.

    Thanks guys for the tips and I'll keep you updated.

    MyLFirst LR load btw is :

    69 SMK

    New LC brass

    Fed. primer

    24.5 gr. Varget

    2.250 OAL

    Hope it shoots OK..

    Shotgun Optic Zeroing

    in Multi-gun Gear & Accessories

    Posted

    I was told the zero the shot pattern at 15 yards and then see where your slugs hit at 50 and 100. Which has worked pretty good for me. You will shoot shot a lot more than slugs and you can find slugs that impact where you want with trial and error.

    Pat

    Agreed, same here for me.

    Good luck OP

    Long Range Practice/Training

    in Rifle & Shotgun - Technique

    Posted

    Trying to get my long range(200-500 yds) skills up to par.Long range has been my weak point in multi gun.

    Just wondering what are a few things (drills,etc) I should be doing to develop a dedicated practice and how some of you guys approach it.

    Be interested to see get a baseline on times etc on some of your drills as well.

    Thanks in advance!

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