PPC Master Posted July 3, 2006 Share Posted July 3, 2006 Hello Everyone, I am considering shooting IPSC in the North Eastern part of the country. I have a few questions #1 How do I get classified and why does it seem to take so long? #2 What is the name of the game, i.e. shoot as fast as you can while trying to maintain "A" hits. #3 What is a good caliber to use I have a 1911 .38 Super Bianchi gun. #4 What would be some good practice drills to do, El pres, double tap targets at various distances, etc. #5 What is usually the longest distance most matches are shot at and what would be the distance most shots are made? #6 Can you shoot both Stcok and Open firearms? Thanks you all in advance. Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Sierpina Posted July 3, 2006 Share Posted July 3, 2006 Hello Everyone,I am considering shooting IPSC in the North Eastern part of the country. I have a few questions #1 How do I get classified and why does it seem to take so long? #2 What is the name of the game, i.e. shoot as fast as you can while trying to maintain "A" hits. #3 What is a good caliber to use I have a 1911 .38 Super Bianchi gun. #4 What would be some good practice drills to do, El pres, double tap targets at various distances, etc. #5 What is usually the longest distance most matches are shot at and what would be the distance most shots are made? #6 Can you shoot both Stcok and Open firearms? Thanks you all in advance. Bob Bob, 1. You need to shoot at least 4 different classifier stages. 2. Yes! 3. .38 Super is good, and a very popular round for Open. 4. That would be a good start. Some matches publish stages online, you can set them up without the extra props for more practice. 5. Used to be out to 50 yards, but that's not too common anymore. Average is about 10 to 15 yards, at least here in New England. 6. Not usually at the same match. You said in the Northeast, care to be more specific as to state? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPC Master Posted July 3, 2006 Author Share Posted July 3, 2006 Hello Everyone, I am considering shooting IPSC in the North Eastern part of the country. I have a few questions #1 How do I get classified and why does it seem to take so long? #2 What is the name of the game, i.e. shoot as fast as you can while trying to maintain "A" hits. #3 What is a good caliber to use I have a 1911 .38 Super Bianchi gun. #4 What would be some good practice drills to do, El pres, double tap targets at various distances, etc. #5 What is usually the longest distance most matches are shot at and what would be the distance most shots are made? #6 Can you shoot both Stcok and Open firearms? Thanks you all in advance. Bob Bob, 1. You need to shoot at least 4 different classifier stages. 2. Yes! 3. .38 Super is good, and a very popular round for Open. 4. That would be a good start. Some matches publish stages online, you can set them up without the extra props for more practice. 5. Used to be out to 50 yards, but that's not too common anymore. Average is about 10 to 15 yards, at least here in New England. 6. Not usually at the same match. You said in the Northeast, care to be more specific as to state? Hey Dan, Thanks for the reply, I think you have answered most of my questions. A little back ground on myself. Live in NJ. Run the NJ Police Pistol Competitons for the entire State AKA PPC and have been furtunate to win the State Championship 3 times in the last three years. I feel that I am stalled at my shooting, think that something new might help. I did hope that targets would be shot out at 50yds, but I think I will give it a try. Thanks Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Sierpina Posted July 3, 2006 Share Posted July 3, 2006 Bob, Go to www.uspsa.org there is information there about finding a local club. I'm sure you'll find a club, and someone that will help you get your feet wet there in Jersey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vlad Posted July 3, 2006 Share Posted July 3, 2006 Bob, depending where you live in NJ your best bet is to join us at one of our matches. Old Bridge runs two indoor matches every month (besides our regular outdoor) where we introduce new shooters to the game. They are every first and third friday of the month, around 6:30 pm. For directions and more info check out http://obcats.com. Come on down and we'll give an intro to the game, about 1 hour verbal introduction usually by Dave Marques, then we pair you up with one of the regulars for your first 4 stage indoor match. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPC Master Posted July 3, 2006 Author Share Posted July 3, 2006 Bob, depending where you live in NJ your best bet is to join us at one of our matches. Old Bridge runs two indoor matches every month (besides our regular outdoor) where we introduce new shooters to the game. They are every first and third friday of the month, around 6:30 pm. For directions and more info check out http://obcats.com.Come on down and we'll give an intro to the game, about 1 hour verbal introduction usually by Dave Marques, then we pair you up with one of the regulars for your first 4 stage indoor match. Hello Vlad, I also belong to Old Bridge, I have shooting there for 10 years. It's where I looked first. I'm sure we would know each other if we came face to face. Thanks Vlad Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vlad Posted July 3, 2006 Share Posted July 3, 2006 So just come on down this friday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPC Master Posted July 4, 2006 Author Share Posted July 4, 2006 So just come on down this friday Hey Vlad, Can't do it this Friday, Have NY PPC State Champs on Sat and Sun. I will show up though. Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gunther Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 oops Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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