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Posted: 9/19/2014 9:54:49 PM EDT
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Never get a hair cut in an airport.
Don't buy anything at a bus station. If you ride, wear a helmet. If you dive, wear a wet-suit. If you jump, wear a parachute. Don't shower with power tools. Her place, burn phone. |
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Posted: 9/19/2014 9:56:22 PM EDT
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go to sleep.
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:00:58 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:02:01 PM EDT
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THeres no better time then the present. All you need is a holster, mag holders, pistol chambered in 9mm or larger, 4 mags, and ears/eyes. From there, just show up with 250 rds, and do your best. You will find the majority of all shooters are very helpful and will answer any questions you have. Whenver I see a new guy, I remember how it was when I was new, and do my best to offere any help I can. So get out there and have some fun. But I will warn you, its an extremely addictive hobby. After shooting a Glock for the season, I just recently bought a $4k limited pistol and another $1k of magazines. I spend about $4k on ammo a year (all reloads) and spend a decent amount in travelling around. All to shoot paper and steel.  But its damn fun.
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looking to get into these events too. Good luck! THeres no better time then the present. All you need is a holster, mag holders, pistol chambered in 9mm or larger, 4 mags, and ears/eyes. From there, just show up with 250 rds, and do your best. You will find the majority of all shooters are very helpful and will answer any questions you have. Whenver I see a new guy, I remember how it was when I was new, and do my best to offere any help I can. So get out there and have some fun. But I will warn you, its an extremely addictive hobby. After shooting a Glock for the season, I just recently bought a $4k limited pistol and another $1k of magazines. I spend about $4k on ammo a year (all reloads) and spend a decent amount in travelling around. All to shoot paper and steel. But its damn fun.
And I will say this, with a Glock 35, I was damn competitive, so don't think you need a high dollar pistol to win. I have many top 5 finishes in limited class running a modified G35.  $1000 in magazines alone???
And I'll be shooting a Glock 19, so I don't expect to be super competitive. 
I turn 21 this Sunday, so I'm just trying to get as proficient as I can with my future carry gun, and competition seems like a good way to accomplish that. |
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:04:56 PM EDT
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Listen to the RO, shoot safely, don't worry about going fast (that will come in time), and Have Fun!
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:05:12 PM EDT
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Your muzzle is not allowed to cross any part of an imaginary line line running across your shoulders, at least not when I shot it. To prevent this from happening, you step forward, draw, and step back. It sounds more complicated than it is. In reality, they'll show you how to do it and after a couple of practices, you'll be fine. The rule exists to prevent the shooter from crossing the crowd with his muzzle when he draws. I don't know about IPSC but there's nothing like that in USPSA.  Are you messing with him or just full of crap?
If the OP is shooting Production he's limited to a more or less "normal" strong side holster with no or minimal cant which can be drawn from without sweeping himself or anyone else or breaking the 180 degree boundary. That's all. |
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:06:10 PM EDT
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$1000 in magazines alone???
And I'll be shooting a Glock 19, so I don't expect to be super competitive.
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looking to get into these events too. Good luck! THeres no better time then the present. All you need is a holster, mag holders, pistol chambered in 9mm or larger, 4 mags, and ears/eyes. From there, just show up with 250 rds, and do your best. You will find the majority of all shooters are very helpful and will answer any questions you have. Whenver I see a new guy, I remember how it was when I was new, and do my best to offere any help I can. So get out there and have some fun. But I will warn you, its an extremely addictive hobby. After shooting a Glock for the season, I just recently bought a $4k limited pistol and another $1k of magazines. I spend about $4k on ammo a year (all reloads) and spend a decent amount in travelling around. All to shoot paper and steel. But its damn fun.
And I will say this, with a Glock 35, I was damn competitive, so don't think you need a high dollar pistol to win. I have many top 5 finishes in limited class running a modified G35. $1000 in magazines alone???
And I'll be shooting a Glock 19, so I don't expect to be super competitive.
I turn 21 this Sunday, so I'm just trying to get as proficient as I can with my future carry gun, and competition seems like a good way to accomplish that. If you stick with it, you can be very competitive in production division with your glock. Just remember, only 10 rds in your magazine for production division. Have fun man, its a great game, and will drastically improve your pistol handling. |
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:09:57 PM EDT
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You are not going to win. You are going to go too fast at first. Take a breath, slow down and have fun. You first event is for fun and to get exposure to the sport. Have fun. I'm expecting to have the fastest time and most misses.
Not really, but I do have a habit of shooting faster than I should and not focusing on my front sight. I'm hoping that will come with experience. You're about to get a reality check if you think you're going to be fast as a new shooter at a USPSA event. That was a joke. Amazing. The guy's been here since '01 and doesn't even have a properly adjusted sarcasm meter. Have fun. |
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:11:03 PM EDT
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Don't show up with a loaded gun or pull your gun out of the case anywhere but the safe table.
Don't pull your gun out of the holster until you are given the make ready command Don't put ammo on the safe table. Shoot for accuracy not speed Always be aware where your muzzle is pointed an where you finger is during movement and reloads |
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:13:23 PM EDT
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Don't puss out. Be safe. Have fun. ETA: How do people puss out? Honest question By not getting off the couch and driving to the match. |
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:16:19 PM EDT
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I'd highly recommend shooting "Limited", where you can load your mags to capacity, not the 10 round production BS. It'll be easier to shoot and more fun with less frustration.
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:17:02 PM EDT
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Start out slow. Don't try to keep up with the guys who fly through a stage in a shower of brass. Have fun.
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:18:51 PM EDT
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By not getting off the couch and driving to the match. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Don't puss out. Be safe. Have fun. ETA: How do people puss out? Honest question By not getting off the couch and driving to the match. Gotcha. I don't think I'll have that problem. I've been waiting a while to finally get started in this.
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:18:54 PM EDT
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I'd highly recommend shooting "Limited", where you can load your mags to capacity, not the 10 round production BS. It'll be easier to shoot and more fun with less frustration. I agree, Production was started so women and people that made poor life decisions had a place to shoot |
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:19:26 PM EDT
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Based on shooting on a squad with 5 USPSA guys at Rockcastle . I would say whine a lot, shoot loads so light in 9mm that steel will not fall . If anything happens that is not 100% in your favor ask for a reshoot .
Seriously , stay in the lines and put shots at every target , hit everything , take extra ammo , |
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:19:58 PM EDT
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I'd highly recommend shooting "Limited", where you can load your mags to capacity, not the 10 round production BS. It'll be easier to shoot and more fun with less frustration. Even with shooting a 19? I was thinking the 10rd rule would just teach me how to do quick mag changes more efficiently. |
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:22:12 PM EDT
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If you stick with it, you can be very competitive in production division with your glock. Just remember, only 10 rds in your magazine for production division. Have fun man, its a great game, and will drastically improve your pistol handling. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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looking to get into these events too. Good luck! THeres no better time then the present. All you need is a holster, mag holders, pistol chambered in 9mm or larger, 4 mags, and ears/eyes. From there, just show up with 250 rds, and do your best. You will find the majority of all shooters are very helpful and will answer any questions you have. Whenver I see a new guy, I remember how it was when I was new, and do my best to offere any help I can. So get out there and have some fun. But I will warn you, its an extremely addictive hobby. After shooting a Glock for the season, I just recently bought a $4k limited pistol and another $1k of magazines. I spend about $4k on ammo a year (all reloads) and spend a decent amount in travelling around. All to shoot paper and steel. But its damn fun.
And I will say this, with a Glock 35, I was damn competitive, so don't think you need a high dollar pistol to win. I have many top 5 finishes in limited class running a modified G35. $1000 in magazines alone???
And I'll be shooting a Glock 19, so I don't expect to be super competitive.
I turn 21 this Sunday, so I'm just trying to get as proficient as I can with my future carry gun, and competition seems like a good way to accomplish that. If you stick with it, you can be very competitive in production division with your glock. Just remember, only 10 rds in your magazine for production division. Have fun man, its a great game, and will drastically improve your pistol handling. Copy that. I look forward to it! |
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:23:57 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I agree, Production was started so women and people that made poor life decisions had a place to shoot Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I'd highly recommend shooting "Limited", where you can load your mags to capacity, not the 10 round production BS. It'll be easier to shoot and more fun with less frustration. I agree, Production was started so women and people that made poor life decisions had a place to shoot trollolol
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:41:01 PM EDT
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Your muzzle is not allowed to cross any part of an imaginary line line running across your shoulders, at least not when I shot it. To prevent this from happening, you step forward, draw, and step back. It sounds more complicated than it is. In reality, they'll show you how to do it and after a couple of practices, you'll be fine. The rule exists to prevent the shooter from crossing the crowd with his muzzle when he draws. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Tell them you're a newb and look for someone to walk you through the scenarios and explain what they're trying to plan. Range safety is no shit. You're about to learn the IPSC draw. If you don't already know how to do it, tell them and they'll get someone to show you how to draw so that you don't get DQ'd. If you get DQ's: oops. Remember what you did wrong and move on. Almost all of the people are there to have fun. They're generally glad to work with an inexperienced shooter. By inexperienced, I mean inexperienced in their game. You'll find a few people who will be happy to show you how it's done. Most important: Have fun. How is an IPSC draw different than a "regular" draw? Normally I just pull straight up and push out. Is that kosher? Your muzzle is not allowed to cross any part of an imaginary line line running across your shoulders, at least not when I shot it. To prevent this from happening, you step forward, draw, and step back. It sounds more complicated than it is. In reality, they'll show you how to do it and after a couple of practices, you'll be fine. The rule exists to prevent the shooter from crossing the crowd with his muzzle when he draws. You put your right foot in, put your right foot out, put your right foot in and you shake it all about, |
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:43:07 PM EDT
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Gotcha. I don't think I'll have that problem. I've been waiting a while to finally get started in this. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Don't puss out. Be safe. Have fun. ETA: How do people puss out? Honest question By not getting off the couch and driving to the match. Gotcha. I don't think I'll have that problem. I've been waiting a while to finally get started in this. Good for you. Let us know how it goes. |
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:46:40 PM EDT
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Don't puss out. Be safe. Have fun. ETA: How do people puss out? Honest question By not getting off the couch and driving to the match. Gotcha. I don't think I'll have that problem. I've been waiting a while to finally get started in this. Good for you. Let us know how it goes. Will do. I'll update tomorrow. |
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Posted: 9/19/2014 10:49:04 PM EDT
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Even with shooting a 19? I was thinking the 10rd rule would just teach me how to do quick mag changes more efficiently. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I'd highly recommend shooting "Limited", where you can load your mags to capacity, not the 10 round production BS. It'll be easier to shoot and more fun with less frustration. Even with shooting a 19? I was thinking the 10rd rule would just teach me how to do quick mag changes more efficiently. Either way works. I started shooting a Ruger 9mm P94 in Production then used it in Limited just for the sake of filling the mags up. Now I'm using an M&P 9 FS in Limited. I know shooting minor hurts my score but would rather be able to run my mags at full cap (just like real life) and if I hit A's then the PF doesn't matter. |
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Posted: 9/19/2014 11:22:50 PM EDT
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Well there are a lot of people here trying to be funny but some good advice too.
Concentrate on the basics.
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Posted: 9/20/2014 12:31:18 AM EDT
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slow is smooth and smooth is fast. look,listen and dont be afraid to ask questions,no such thing as a dumb question. try to relax and have fun |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 4:36:20 AM EDT
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slow is smooth and smooth is fast. look,listen and dont be afraid to ask questions,no such thing as a dumb question. try to relax and have fun 
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Posted: 9/20/2014 4:38:04 AM EDT
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slow is smooth and smooth is fast. look,listen and dont be afraid to ask questions,no such thing as a dumb question. try to relax and have fun http://snd1.splashpress1.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/double_facepalm.jpg What? A fast miss hurts you more than a slow hit. |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 4:47:55 AM EDT
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Get Paul Hendrix as your RO and make friends with him.
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Posted: 9/20/2014 5:19:32 AM EDT
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Relax, be safe , have fun.
Get ready to spend $$$$
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Posted: 9/20/2014 5:21:25 AM EDT
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Wear a long sleeve shirt under a short sleeve shirt
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Posted: 9/20/2014 7:45:28 AM EDT
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Get Paul Hendrix as your RO and make friends with him. Is he at ORSA? |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 7:46:14 AM EDT
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Wear a long sleeve shirt under a short sleeve shirt Why is that? It's too late anyways but just wondering. |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 7:56:08 AM EDT
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Be safe, don't rush, set targets, ask questions, good luck!
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Posted: 9/20/2014 7:58:06 AM EDT
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Wear a tight shirt with lots of logos.
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Posted: 9/20/2014 8:02:12 AM EDT
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Wear a long sleeve shirt under a short sleeve shirt Why is that? It's too late anyways but just wondering. It seems to be a common way of dressing in the hot weather especially among pinoy shooters. Paul Hendrix was a shitbag range officer that changed shooters times, adding time for people he didn't like and reducing time for his friends. He screwed over a lot of shooters and was kicked out of uspsa |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 8:06:45 AM EDT
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Why is that? It's too late anyways but just wondering. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Wear a long sleeve shirt under a short sleeve shirt Why is that? It's too late anyways but just wondering. No one really knows, but they do it. Must be a IPSC fashion thing 
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Posted: 9/20/2014 8:13:51 AM EDT
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Don't forget you will need a bowling shirt . You can get one at any bowling alley . a cheap substitute is a NASCAR crew shirt . be sure and thank all of the people on your shirt in every conversation
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Posted: 9/20/2014 8:22:36 AM EDT
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There are plenty of videos on Youtube of USPSA and IPSC shooters shooting. Learn how to be efficient as possible in your movement while making good hits on paper and steel. Eric Grauffel, Ben Stoeger, Bob Vogel, Matt Mink, Nils Jonasson, and Rob Leatham are just a few you should look for....
Studying the stage and getting your game plan hammered down during the walk through are essential. Rehearse it in your mind several times after walking the stage as many times as possible. Get your hits, don't rush it, but don't waste time on super hard/ distant targets. |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 10:38:34 AM EDT
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Posted: 9/20/2014 10:39:51 AM EDT
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Get Paul Hendrix as your RO and make friends with him. Is he at ORSA? Hendrix was involved in a cheating scandal that benefited his buddies. He's no longer a RO or in USPSA. |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 10:46:58 AM EDT
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Dont tape until the target is scored.
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Posted: 9/20/2014 11:27:22 AM EDT
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Just finished my second stage. All alphas so far, and I haven't broken the 180 yet.
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Posted: 9/20/2014 11:43:48 AM EDT
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Just finished my second stage. All alphas so far, and I haven't broken the 180 yet. AWESOME!!!!!!!! Welcome to your new addiction. 
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Posted: 9/20/2014 12:25:25 PM EDT
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Just finished my second stage. All alphas so far, and I haven't broken the 180 yet. Congrats. You having fun?
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Posted: 9/20/2014 1:31:18 PM EDT
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Just finished my second stage. All alphas so far, and I haven't broken the 180 yet. Congrats. You having fun? Oh yeah, lots of fun! The perfect alpha streak has been broken by some charlies and *gasp* a mike. I thought I was going to be in over my head, but it's actually not too bad. About to start stage 5, which is like an el presidente drill. |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 1:42:25 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/20/2014 1:50:25 PM EDT
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Worry about getting your alphas first, then worry about being fast while getting your alphas.
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Posted: 9/20/2014 3:43:58 PM EDT
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Oh yeah, lots of fun! The perfect alpha streak has been broken by some charlies and *gasp* a mike. I thought I was going to be in over my head, but it's actually not too bad. About to start stage 5, which is like an el presidente drill. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Just finished my second stage. All alphas so far, and I haven't broken the 180 yet. Congrats. You having fun? Oh yeah, lots of fun! The perfect alpha streak has been broken by some charlies and *gasp* a mike. I thought I was going to be in over my head, but it's actually not too bad. About to start stage 5, which is like an el presidente drill. 
"Uh... Mikes are bad, mmkay" Don't sweat it! Glad you are having a good time. I've got a local match tomorrow. |
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Posted: 9/20/2014 3:50:10 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Get Paul Hendrix as your RO and make friends with him. +2 for that, smartass.
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Posted: 9/20/2014 3:52:27 PM EDT
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Just got home from my own USPSA match.
Best ever overall finish plus best ever classifier score, so I'm pretty high on life right now.  I love that there seems to be more interest in USPSA among Arfcommers. Everyone should give it a try!
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Posted: 9/20/2014 3:59:46 PM EDT
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Just got home from my own USPSA match. Best ever overall finish plus best ever classifier score, so I'm pretty high on life right now.
I love that there seems to be more interest in USPSA among Arfcommers. Everyone should give it a try!
Congrats on your d class win! |
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