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check out a sportsmans club close to you. just about all of them have an idpa/scsa group that will get you to practice with them and eventually qualify to shoot a competition
i got involved with marshfield rod and gun by just showing up the day idpa was on the calender
Not officially but some clubs require a certain amount of practice sessions with an SO before shooting a match*There is no qualification to shoot a competition.
You can look around for clubs in your area for local matches on Practiscore.com.
Only one I know of is old colony in Pembroke. Lots of FUDDs at this club.Not officially but some clubs require a certain amount of practice sessions with an SO before shooting a match
Can't argue with thatOnly one I know of is old colony in Pembroke. Lots of FUDDs at this club.
Steel challenge for beginners, where do I begin.
Wallum Lake is having one this weekend. Sign up and let someone know your new .
Not seeing a Steel Challenge at Wallum this weekend,.. only a Walls of Steel.
What are you shooting? Starting with a .22 pistol would be the easiest way to go with your first match since it takes the draw out of the equation. If you are already practiced in drawing, then no matter what gun you have it will fit in some division. You will need 5 magazines as each stage has 5 strings (apart from Outer Limits which has 4).Steel challenge for beginners, where do I begin.
Yes, not new to shootingAt the beginning. Google and read, then attend a match. Do you have muzzle, finger/trigger discipline?
CarverWhere are you located? That would help to know.
Can I use a revolver with moon clips?What are you shooting? Starting with a .22 pistol would be the easiest way to go with your first match since it takes the draw out of the equation. If you are already practiced in drawing, then no matter what gun you have it will fit in some division. You will need 5 magazines as each stage has 5 strings (apart from Outer Limits which has 4).
AbsolutelyCan I use a revolver with moon clips?
I was wondering with your name.Carver
Not seeing a Steel Challenge at Wallum this weekend,.. only a Walls of Steel.
If I understand the question correctly: Steel Challenge is it's own thing. It is owned by United States Practical Shooters Association (USPSA). It largely follows USPSA equipment rules and there are 8 official stages that a combination of such are shot in a match. Walls of Steel - I am not really familiar with. I shot one match a few years back, but I think it is just at Wallum Lake and no longer part of some nationally recognized organization.Whats the difference between the two , points ?
Huge difference...Whats the difference between the two , points ?
Walls is a bit much for a new shooter.I've done both and honestly, never gave it a second thought and figured any opportunity to ring steel is good practice for the next event.
Can I use a revolver with moon clips?
^ thisYes.
That's a centerfire handgun, so you need to have a holster.
Starting position is hands above shoulders, gun in holster.
Unless you're shooting rimfire or PCC, in which case starting position is at low ready, aimed at cone in front of you.
If you're reloading in Steel Challenge, you're missing way too many shots.
Reloads take up much more time than the split second to aim properly.
There are a total of five plates per stage. I shoot it occasionally with my six shot .38 GP100.
OC doesn't do Steel Challenge.Only one I know of is old colony in Pembroke. Lots of FUDDs at this club.
Everywhere else is fine