Maximis228 Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 Just now, usmc1974 said: Is this not America anymore? I expect American citizens to be able to voice their opinions about the US as they are a citizen of it and pay taxes into it. You are are neither a member of USPSA nor do you pay the fee. 3 minutes ago, usmc1974 said: You know I know I'm not all that important to USPSA but I was told a long time ago by the president of USPSA without a b c and d shooters that be no USPSA They are... because they pay their membership fee. That president was literally talking about dues paid into the org and who makes up most of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeg1005 Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 (edited) 5 minutes ago, usmc1974 said: You know I know I'm not all that important to USPSA but I was told a long time ago by the president of USPSA without a b c and d shooters that be no USPSA The president of USPSA agrees that people should be allowed the stage to themselves before they are up to shoot... as did the one before this one and the one before him. It helps people not get stuck in A, B, C, and D class for 3 decades. Edited June 10, 2020 by mikeg1005 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usmc1974 Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 (edited) I see all these comments all I can say guys, is if shooting is that important to you and you really think you're that good! Do what I did spend a few years in the United States Marine Corps. Of course you don't get walkthroughs or the place to yourself but it'll tell you how good you really are and you're serving your country. Edited June 10, 2020 by usmc1974 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maximis228 Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 3 minutes ago, usmc1974 said: I see all these comments all I can say is if shooting is that important to you and you really think you're that good! Do what I did spend a few years in the United States Marine Corps. Of course you don't get walkthroughs or the place to yourself but it'll tell you how good you really are and you're serving your country. Nice swerve. The corp has little to do with pistols. But thanks for your service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usmc1974 Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 (edited) 3 minutes ago, Maximis228 said: Nice swerve. The corp has little to do with pistols. But thanks for your service. Well OK but what PPC? and USPSA 3 gun. Edited June 10, 2020 by usmc1974 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeg1005 Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 6 minutes ago, usmc1974 said: I see all these comments all I can say guys, is if shooting is that important to you and you really think you're that good! Do what I did spend a few years in the United States Marine Corps. Of course you don't get walkthroughs or the place to yourself but it'll tell you how good you really are and you're serving your country. Just now, usmc1974 said: Well OK but what PPC? and USPSA 3 gun. The military sucks at shooting... is the exact words that come out of 4 close friends of mine who like you also enjoy eating crayons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usmc1974 Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 11 minutes ago, usmc1974 said: I see all these comments all I can say guys, is if shooting is that important to you and you really think you're that good! Do what I did spend a few years in the United States Marine Corps. Of course you don't get walkthroughs or the place to yourself but it'll tell you how good you really are and you're serving your country. Oh and I forgot to mention one thing the targets get to shoot back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeg1005 Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 Followed by... comparing competition to combat is stupid, the paper doesn't shoot back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maximis228 Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 Are you done with your thread drift? Im still waiting to see how @chgofirefighter responds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usmc1974 Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 1 minute ago, mikeg1005 said: The military sucks at shooting... is the exact words that come out of 4 close friends of mine who like you also enjoy eating crayons. Well there you go join the Marine Corps and show him how it's done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steppenwolf Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 The responses in this thread answer your question for you and should not surprise you. This question alone answered your original question; "Would I be correct in guessing that you're below A class in rank and shoot this sport 'for fun'?" A sport is for "fun." You can probably count the number of "paid professionals" in this sport that make a decent living from it on both hands with fingers to spare. Some competitors take it "more seriously" than others and therein lies some of the friction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usmc1974 Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 1 minute ago, Maximis228 said: Are you done with your thread drift? I have to give it to you, you're sure right about this one. lol wow.sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeg1005 Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 2 minutes ago, usmc1974 said: Well there you go join the Marine Corps and show him how it's done. I shoot competition for fun and have 0 interest in joining the military. Shooting cardboard and going to war are worlds apart. If you want to hang your hat on "I was in the military therefore my opinion on shooting matters" then that's fine and I thank you for making that sacrifice but it makes it just that... your opinion and not something credible on how to shoot a game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 2 hours ago, Maximis228 said: A simple Google search of your name verified everything that was mentioned. I googled him and didn't find squat.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maximis228 Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 6 minutes ago, Sarge said: I googled him and didn't find squat.... I got you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ima45dv8 Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 This topic started as a discussion of match attendees, IN GENERAL. This has gotten way too specific about individuals. Let's get back on track or this will get closed down. Thanks... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usmc1974 Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 (edited) 38 minutes ago, ima45dv8 said: This topic started as a discussion of match attendees, IN GENERAL. This has gotten way too specific about individuals. Let's get back on track or this will get closed down. Thanks... Thanks and my apologies. I did enjoy the debate, right up to the point where are they, started insulting or boys and girls in uniform who are willing to lay down their life to keep America free and strong. But are not willing to join them. Over a game. I'm sorry I helped get it's sidetracked and I will leave the thread. Edited June 10, 2020 by usmc1974 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerritm Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 Getting back on point of topic. Sounds to me like it is regional. We shoot all of the USPSA matches in the Houston metro area (5-6 different clubs) and see none of this. We have some of the best shooters from GM on down. Everyone is treated equally. Sure you see an occasional temper tantrum, but that is a product of sports in general. Sure some don't reset and treat the match as a social outing. We all have egos, but most leave them in the parking lot. We all make mistakes and screw up stages. Some shoot for fun, some are super serious. It all good. With all the different matches available, if you don't like the way they are run or the shooters in general, don't go. Being able to squad on PS we tend to pick the matches we like & squad mates that we know and are comfortable shooting with. gerritm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ima45dv8 Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 3 minutes ago, usmc1974 said: I will leave the thread. That's not necessary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nolan Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 3 hours ago, StealthyBlagga said: IMHO, the greatest virtue of PractiScore is that it gives each shooter the ability to self-squad. If there is someone you can't abide, be sure to pick a different squad next time - problem solved. As mentioned above, if you can't find a squad you like, the problem is probably you Truer words!!! And if you really want a reality check, enter a local match early and pick an empty squad, then see how fast it fills up. Nolan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intheshaw1 Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 3 hours ago, usmc1974 said: Thanks and my apologies. I did enjoy the debate, right up to the point where are they, started insulting or boys and girls in uniform who are willing to lay down their life to keep America free and strong. But are not willing to join them. Over a game. I'm sorry I helped get it's sidetracked and I will leave the thread. I don't see anything insulting, just that they are two different beasts. USPSA is all about speed and accuracy while running around a predetermined course of fire, war is well, war. Back on topic, I think around here the M and GMs are great and super friendly. When. I started shooting a few years ago the local M and GMs were the ones that could tell I was new and shared some advice here and there. I do enjoy the social aspect of it and regularly squad with a few people I know. Some day maybe I'll have the time to practice and be more focused on success but for now I just enjoy getting outside and shooting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT_Schultz Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 (edited) 5 hours ago, usmc1974 said: I see all these comments all I can say guys, is if shooting is that important to you and you really think you're that good! Do what I did spend a few years in the United States Marine Corps. Of course you don't get walkthroughs or the place to yourself but it'll tell you how good you really are and you're serving your country. Nice non-sequitur..... Lots of people here, me included, have already served Edited June 10, 2020 by SGT_Schultz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AverageJoeShooting Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 I just sign up in practiscore and try and hit squad 1. all the people i started shooting with dont shoot anymore, so i basically go and shoot and paste on my own. i have friendly chatter with those on my squad but thats about it. rarely do i shoot more than a match or two on the same squad. with the same people. frankly i dont even care is someone wants to act like a dickhead. I shoot to improve my own skills. not be justified by the presence of others. i work on the skills that i see need improvement and i view every match as a chance to improve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cas Posted June 11, 2020 Share Posted June 11, 2020 This thread alone proves the OP right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shred Posted June 11, 2020 Share Posted June 11, 2020 Go to a World Shoot sometime... you walk on the stage during some other shooter's time and they pretty much shove you off the stage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now