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Best Caliber for Starting PRS – Avoiding Paralysis by Analysis
Choosing Your Precision Rifle Ammunition: Factory vs. Reload Do you want the easy off the shelf answer or do you already reload? This is really the question toanswer before we get into any of the other minutia. The fact is that any of the common calibers inprecision rifle have and will continue to win matches. Starting out, that’s not the goal. The goal is toenjoy the sport, learn and improve. The Factory Ammo Route: 6.5
The Rule of 180: Safety in Competition Shooting
Among the many safety rules in competition shooting, the 180 degree rule is a critical guideline designed to maintain a safe environment for shooters, spectators, and range officials. This article covers the importance of the Rule of 180, its implications in various shooting sports, and how competitors can internalize and abide by this rule to ensure safety and success in competition. Understanding the Rule of 180 The Rule of 180 is a fundamental safety principle
Team USA Selected for 2025 IPSC PCC/Mini Rifle World Shoot in Czech Republic
The Practical Shooting community is gearing up for one of the most anticipated events on the global competitive shooting calendar—the 2025 IPSC PCC/Mini Rifle World Shoot. This IPSC Level V event will take place in Znojmo, Czech Republic, from May 12-25, 2025, and Team USA is officially set, with competitors selected to represent the Red, White, and Blue. The Event: 600+ Competitors, 40+ Countries The IPSC PCC/Mini Rifle World Shoot will bring together over 600
The Rise of the Modified Optics Division
The Rise of the Modified Optics Division in 3-Gun Competitions In 3-gun competition, shooters test their skills with a pistol, rifle, and shotgun in fast-paced stages, where divisions regulate equipment choices. The relatively new “Modified Optics” division has exploded in popularity since its introduction in early 2022, striking a balance between traditional restrictions and the flexibility of modern optics. This division first appeared at the 2022 Nordic Vortex Tri-Gun and the 2022 Jeff Kirkwold Memorial
Load and Make Ready: Should You Press Check Your AR-15
Whether in competition, on duty, or at the range, making sure your AR-15 is ready is fundamental. But with different techniques to confirm a chambered round, which one is best? Here, we’ll break down three primary methods—press checking, relying on the rifle’s mechanics, and doing a magazine check. We’ll go over the pros, cons, and situations where each method shines, so you can make the most reliable choice for your needs. What is a Press
7th Annual Memorial 3-Gun Competition
7th Annual Memorial 3-Gun Competition Recap: Honoring Heroes Through Competition The 7th Annual Memorial 3-Gun Competition took place October 11-13, 2024, at Griffon Group Training Facility in Maxton, NC. Competitors, spectators, volunteers, and Gold Star families gathered for an extraordinary weekend that seamlessly blended the intensity of competitive shooting with a profound mission: to honor fallen Special Operations soldiers. A Mission Beyond Competition The Memorial 3-Gun Foundation organizes this annual event with a mission to
