Ben Stoeger Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 I had an IDPA match Saturday and Monday... Due to wet grass and being a moron, I managed to fall over, gun in hand, during a stage at both matches. I didn't 180, or sweep myself, but it was unnerving anyway. I have got some new shoes now, (nearly cleats) so I don't think it will happen again. But 2 falls in 2 matches has got to be some kind of record. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merlin Orr Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 Ben - thats scary! Sometimes Shjt just happens but DAMN! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nik Habicht Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 Speed matters ---- but I'm sure it's negatively impacted when you decide to hit the ground while on the clock...... Slow down just a smidgeon? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sturmruger Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 We have had a ton of rain lately. I finaly plunked down the cash to go get some good baseball cleats. They have mad me feel much more sure footed. I didn't think I would notice a big differnce, but it was like night and day on wet grass. I found some cheap cleats for $27, it was worth every penny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diehli Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 No cleats and no kneepads. Tell me why, again? Glad you're alright. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shooter Grrl Posted June 9, 2005 Share Posted June 9, 2005 But 2 falls in 2 matches has got to be some kind of record. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Nope - sorry Ben. I spent almost an entire year on the ground at matches Well, at least that's what it felt like. But seriously, I did fall 3 matches in a row! First, I fell off a hay bale, second, I tripped over a fault line and then third one, I tripped over, um, well, the ground Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Stoeger Posted June 9, 2005 Author Share Posted June 9, 2005 Damn... Beaten by a girl! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diehli Posted June 9, 2005 Share Posted June 9, 2005 Damn... Beaten by a girl! <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Uh, no... beaten by a GRRL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shooter Grrl Posted June 10, 2005 Share Posted June 10, 2005 And to quote lynn jones "get used to it" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cking Posted June 10, 2005 Share Posted June 10, 2005 I had a fun one, couple years ago, heavy rain had collected, and puddled in the grass at the corner of range. You had to run about 20 feet to clear a visual obstruction. The finish off the three targets that appeared. I put the sprint on but when I went to stop the feet kept going. I started to slide like a kid on one of lawn vinyls you wet with water. Legs were spread about 40 degrees evenly apart. Kept the muzzle pointed level. Slide like 8/10 feet to just in front of the targets. The mud had been flying up from between my legs and covered my chest, face, glasses. Used my shoulder to clear a spot on my glasses and finished off the last three targets. The gun was mud covered also. I did the unload and show clear from sitting position in mud. The RO's were laughing so hard, I had to wait for the range safe command. My holster was full of mud also. Went and found a hose and cleaned up. Thank goodness it was the last stage. I still carry cleats with me since then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clay1 Posted June 10, 2005 Share Posted June 10, 2005 I think that Ben has been shooting some IDPA type matches. From the current rule book: "2. Cleats. Cleated shoes designed for specific sports (i.e., football, baseball, golf, etc.) may not be worn." Gorilla, why? Cause Billy say so! I'm wearing some "tactical" type boots with agressive lug patterns. Gorilla, I know how much you like your "tactical" equipment so I had to throw that one in just for you. Rick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diehli Posted June 10, 2005 Share Posted June 10, 2005 I think that Ben has been shooting some IDPA type matches. From the current rule book:"2. Cleats. Cleated shoes designed for specific sports (i.e., football, baseball, golf, etc.) may not be worn." Gorilla, why? Cause Billy say so! I'm wearing some "tactical" type boots with agressive lug patterns. Gorilla, I know how much you like your "tactical" equipment so I had to throw that one in just for you. Rick <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I know... my comment was a thinly veiled criticism. I guess I just don't get sacrificing health and safety for the sake of appearance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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