gacattack

Regarding the Big Boards---exactly. I've heard that they work well if the timer can stay close to the boards (like in Steel Challenge matches), but that the boards don't necessarily always get the info from the timers at distances. In other words, while I like the idea of the boards, I think that if they DO get used, there needs a be a disclaimer on any stage using them saying that the timer's stat (as stated by the RO and verified by the scoring RO) is the official time even if the board shows differently. I think that calling the time and having the scoring RO verify it is sufficient, though of course any competitor should be able to look at the timer if they want. Spot on. It's the Scoring RO's duty to SEE the timer, and it's the shooter's option to see it if desired. Just like we do at our club, Thomas!

Use a different hole in the disk? Going to be a pain to find the right one, but change and test, repeat... Sounds like a crummy design. [typed with fat fingers on a small screen]

I'm not familiar with the Lee progressive reloadeder, but I'd be surprised if the powder bar isn't adjustable. Can you just adjust it? [typed with fat fingers on a small screen]

Love me some Winchester primers! Just wish they were packaged right-side up. Remington has smallest packaging. [typed with fat fingers on a small screen]

To prove there is no round in the chamber. If it goes bang, then you go home. [typed with fat fingers on a small screen]

The best IPSC shooters in the world use heavy guns, so I'm still not sure what you mean by it being too heavy. [typed with fat fingers on a small screen]

What does that mean? [typed with fat fingers on a small screen]

I'm all for having fun, but it's also a competitive activity. People who enjoy competing tend to enjoy difficult challenges. I'm in favor of variety, so as long as the match isn't completely composed of far partials, then rock and rock! Ultimately, I believe that new shooters stick around because of the others shooters at your club. Be inviting, be helpful, and don't be a dick to new shooters. 90% of their time during a match is not during shooting.

I'm a talker, and I know everyone else has their own comfort level for banter at the range. I know some shooters should be left alone before they're even on deck, and others seem to thrive on interaction up to Make Ready. Everyone has their own boundaries. As a talker, I appreciate when someone is direct and clear about their need for a boundary. If I'm bothering a shooter, and they come up to me and ask me to leave them out of the banter or to hush up earlier before their turn, I APPRECIATE that. Otherwise, how would I know? So in the case of this annoying guy at your range, does he KNOW where your boundary is?

As a shooter, I don't like much time between the AYR and SB. When I've removed my strong hand from the grip and assumed the start position, I'm ready to GO GO GO.

Well, at least you're owning it. Glad it didn't end up worse! (although who really knows how it ended up...)

I don't practice immediate action drills much these days. What method were you using that involved pulling the trigger?