I flip and catch when I can. I would say that there is about the same chance in my eyes that the round hitting a rock right on the primer than blowing up when I catch it. Jus sayin
The range is fine. The freeways in Nevada are washed out. I shoot there at lease 3 times per week. From what I know they are detouring the southbound traffic through Panaca (thats even if thats spelled right).