May 2016 Southern IN, Precision Rifle Shoot

[jimbo-indy]

What is the plan if rain? Will a GO/NO GO message be posted. Long range forecast looks as if it could go either way.
I don't mind shooting in the rain but don't want to make the long drive just to find out the shoot was cancelled.

 

[sgreen3]

Oh yea Ill post the morning of the shoot, say by at least 7:30. Yea I don't mind shooting in it either but most don't.

 

[sgreen3]

*** I will say for everyone that's planning on attending this Saturday, since it cant go more than a day without rain make sure to wear some boots you don't mind getting muddy. Normally everything is dried out by now, but since it wont stop raining its never dried up*** I'm going to put some wood down in a few spots to make it at least a little less muddy to walk on, but just wanted everyone to be prepaid.


Feel free to ask any questions, Hopefully the rain will hold out, but if not keep an eye on this thread I will post by 7:30 the day of whether its a go or no go. An make sure if you don't have the address to send me a PM. Look forward to having everyone out!

 

[Dtwentythree]

Cool
I'll watch this thread to be sure it's GTG. (Just remembered my login...it's been years)

Thanks again

Matt

 

[sgreen3]

Cool
I'll watch this thread to be sure it's GTG. (Just remembered my login...it's been years)

Thanks again

Matt

Good now you can be an active member on here

 

[Markus]

Are you going to PM those of us attending with an address?

 

[sgreen3]

Are you going to PM those of us attending with an address?

I posted in one of the previous posts for everyone that's planning on attending to PM me about the address if you hadn't already got it. Im not sure who has it and who don't.

 

[Notalentbum]

Just so I know what to tell the wife, about how late will we be shooting?

Thanks, Matt

 

[jimbo-indy]

Tell her you will be home when you get there and to have your dinner waiting. That should set the mood.

 

[sgreen3]

Just so I know what to tell the wife, about how late will we be shooting?

Thanks, Matt

To be honest I'm not really sure. It just depends on how long it takes everyone to get through their targets and how many show up. Sorry wish I could I could tell ya more.

 

[sgreen3]

**** Well I finally got back to the range a while ago and got it all weeds and grass cut. I will say it looks like we're gonna miss the rain for Saturday if the weather holds out like their predicting. On the flip side its super muddy in some spots walking back to the backstop. Ive put some wood down to try and keep everyone from having to completely get muddy, but just be prepared on the day of the shoot to were some old boots or even better rubber boots. Sorry everyone normally by this time of the year everything has already dried up by now, but not the case this year!****

 

[gregkl]

To be honest I'm not really sure. It just depends on how long it takes everyone to get through their targets and how many show up. Sorry wish I could I could tell ya more.

How many are you expecting at this point?

 

[Rayne]

**** Well I finally got back to the range a while ago and got it all weeds and grass cut. I will say it looks like we're gonna miss the rain for Saturday if the weather holds out like their predicting. On the flip side its super muddy in some spots walking back to the backstop. Ive put some wood down to try and keep everyone from having to completely get muddy, but just be prepared on the day of the shoot to were some old boots or even better rubber boots. Sorry everyone normally by this time of the year everything has already dried up by now, but not the case this year!****

Who cares about a little mud, it will dry and brush off or wash off. Thank you for the warning though, but it sure isn't going to deter me from shooting. Heck a little rain wouldn't even deter me.

I finally was able to get out today and zero my replacement scope that came last week. My groups would be acceptable if not for one flier in each group. Not sure what was up, but I do know I couldn't keep a consistent solid position. This bipod shooting is harder than I thought it would be. I'm used to riding the recoil and the rifle coming right back to the same place. Resetting your position each time is tedious.

 

[AllenM]

I know that no sleds are alowed which is completely fine by me, I wouldnt use one anyway. but what is ok for a front shooting rest? I have an adjustable front rest that I would use if allowed

 

[nightgaunt]

Really looking forward to this, and glad the rains are backing off for Saturday. Mud isn't a problem. Will be using a bag rest front and rear. Shooting the Savage 10P-SR which is pretty much stock.

 

[sgreen3]

How many are you expecting at this point?

As of right now 14 if everyone shows.

 

[sgreen3]

Who cares about a little mud, it will dry and brush off or wash off. Thank you for the warning though, but it sure isn't going to deter me from shooting. Heck a little rain wouldn't even deter me.

I finally was able to get out today and zero my replacement scope that came last week. My groups would be acceptable if not for one flier in each group. Not sure what was up, but I do know I couldn't keep a consistent solid position. This bipod shooting is harder than I thought it would be. I'm used to riding the recoil and the rifle coming right back to the same place. Resetting your position each time is tedious.

Ha ha yea it don't bug me I'm use to it, just wanted to make sure everyone is prepared. Yea its a challenge for sure, defiantly makes it fun.

 

[sgreen3]

I know that no sleds are alowed which is completely fine by me, I wouldnt use one anyway. but what is ok for a front shooting rest? I have an adjustable front rest that I would use if allowed

Front bi pod or bag or front bench rest and rear bag. Would all be choices that would be good to go. I'll be using bipods an a cheap rear bag.

 

[sgreen3]

Really looking forward to this, and glad the rains are backing off for Saturday. Mud isn't a problem. Will be using a bag rest front and rear. Shooting the Savage 10P-SR which is pretty much stock.

Good deal, I'm thinking its gonna be a great shoot. You'll do fine I'm sure those 10P rifles are super accurate right out of the box. Heck I'm just gonna be shooting a Savage Axis

 

[Notalentbum]

Do we get a couple sighting shots before starting or is our first bullet out of the barrel for the money?

Matt