Jake Di Vita Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 As most of you know, I'm a big proponent of the drop-step and push method of exiting a position. I've seen a lot of videos where people are emulating it but it really isn't doing much for them so I'd like to make a short How-To of it. Is there any specific positions or circumstances you guys would like illustrated? Such as with or without reload, terrain, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Keen Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 I'm sure I'm a little off here (don't we all know that) but what I would like to improve on is starting in a box with both feet flat, and then moving FORWARD quickly. I always tell myself to try and "explode" out of the box, but starting out flat-footed isn't easy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merlin Orr Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 How about the absolute basics for those like me. Very simple and from several angles. The request for very simple should have said ...for the very simple, like me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shred Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 Start with the basics-- left, right, forward. Left+forward, right+forward. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EZ Bagger Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 Any links to discussions about what the drop-step and push method is? Would it work when exiting a barricade/box combo and/or shooting from the end of a wall where there was a fault line (making you shoot from a lean)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkeeler Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 Start with the basics-- left, right, forward. Left+forward, right+forward. +1 BK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BSeevers Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 I'm sure I'm a little off here but starting out flat-footed isn't easy. [/quote Yea Harden the F up, and some girls are hot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Keen Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 (edited) I think everyone would like to hear some constructive advice on moving quickly out of positions. Edited June 20, 2008 by CHRIS KEEN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Di Vita Posted June 21, 2008 Author Share Posted June 21, 2008 Here is the link to a preliminary video for now. I want to get a microphone so I can properly narrate this (and others to come), but until I can get around to it, here is something to glance at. I'm actually running out right now, but will be back later to answer any questions. And Bill - were you drunk when you posted that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XD Niner Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 Thanks Jake! Where did you get those spiffy shoes? I'll bet they're the next IPSC shooting fad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neomet Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 I like that... a lot! I'm uh, not as accurate a shooter as I will be and there have been times when I have engaged my last target as I am leaning out of the box only to realize I missed my shot. Stopping the lean and getting back for the makeup shot is ugly. I don't see that happening with this technique. I know, I know, don't miss the shot! Seriously, thanks for posting. Think I'll go do some jump squats now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Conley Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 Very nice video Jake! I have to make a crack about the shoes. "There's no place like home, there's no place like home". I thank you for taking the time to make it for folks such as me. Chris C. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micah Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 Good funk Jake. Thank you for posting that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Di Vita Posted June 21, 2008 Author Share Posted June 21, 2008 No problem guys. I knew I was gonna get comments about the shoes haha. They are called Vibram Five Fingers (link). I use these for pretty much any athletic activity now-a-days because it essentially is the same as being bare foot. Expect to see me in these at matches at some point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JThompson Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 You're looking lean and mean Jake. As to those uhm.... shoes, I'd think seriously about keeping them off the range. I don't think they offer enough protection from all the stuff you encounter at the range. Thanks for the vid... I needed to see that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
el pres Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 $90.00 for tactical foot gloves ? You know, they come in different colors ??? I like your mag catch video !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XRe Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 "Those shoes are gay." - Mark Rippetoe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkeeler Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 Looks good Jake. So thats how its done. It must be in the shoes. Thanks BK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UW Mitch Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 Thanks for the video - and for the link to the fancy shoes! I saw a person running in those (Vancouver half marathon!) I can't imagine running 13.1 miles in them. I suppose they work well on grass and sandy bays, but what about gravel or rocky bays - I'd imagine that would hurt! ~Mitch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Di Vita Posted June 21, 2008 Author Share Posted June 21, 2008 You're looking lean and mean Jake. Thanks bro. Been workin' hard at it. As to those uhm.... shoes, I'd think seriously about keeping them off the range. I don't think they offer enough protection from all the stuff you encounter at the range. They'll be just fine on the range. I have better acceleration with these than I do with cleats. Thanks for the video - and for the link to the fancy shoes! I saw a person running in those (Vancouver half marathon!) I can't imagine running 13.1 miles in them. I suppose they work well on grass and sandy bays, but what about gravel or rocky bays - I'd imagine that would hurt! The great thing about these shoes is when you run in them it's just like you are running barefoot. Anatomically speaking, the modern way of running (heel - toe) is not how we were designed to run. Here is a good place to start reading about it. Trying to run a half the first time out with these shoes and that form would be a death sentence, but once your body is accustomed to the feel and style, it really doesn't hurt at all (from what I hear at least, I have other problems that are preventing me from running any considerable distance). The other thing I love about these shoes is that by wearing them and exercising in them, it builds foot strength the way the feet were meant to be used, ie. you use your toes much more and as they were designed to be used. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Conley Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 Just looked at the site and those things look comfortable. Chris C. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neomet Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 I'm a lefty, shoot a Tanfo and have missed open targets at 10 yards. I think I score enough grief at the range as it is. I'm gonna have to pass on the toe socks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
el pres Posted June 22, 2008 Share Posted June 22, 2008 Will you guys stop talking about the shoes !!! We like the video, thanks. See Jake is going to tell us how great they are and how much time he cut off this and that and then someone else will get a pair and tell us the same thing , and then you know whats next ??? The foot gloves are the next hot IPSC footwear and we are all wearing them You know how we are !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfinney Posted June 22, 2008 Share Posted June 22, 2008 Nice vid. Wouldn't the KSO model of those shoes keep hot brass and loose dirt off your foot better? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Di Vita Posted June 22, 2008 Author Share Posted June 22, 2008 More than likely, and I may use the KSO's when I get back into competition, but I don't think using the Sprints would be much of a problem either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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