5/10K Run n Gun Biathlons in Kentucky

[Unbridled Liberty]

Only 7 spots left for the Heartbreak!
$40 buck gets you 78 pistol targets, 56 rifle targets and 5k or 10k of rolling Kentucky terrain in beautiful February!
DON'T MISS OUT

https://practiscore.com/bgsl-heartbreak-10k/register

 

[Unbridled Liberty]

Well, it's all over! What a challenging event. Here is the link to our YouTube channel. A bunch of Hoosiers came down to join us, and we had people from Tennessee and Virginia as well. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdMac1hMkrjApsLgMlS2N_w/videos

 

[Ark]

Registered for the March 17 5k, but the confirmation email says I'm waitlisted. Does that equal hosed?

 

[Hop]

I did the Heartbreak (did means I didn't run much LOL) on Friday with the RO's and other volunteers. I'd love to do another one sometime. It does teach you what kit works & what doesn't.

The 5K waiting lists are pretty long (~40 people), the 10k waiting lists not so much (~10 people). If you really want to do one of these get onto the 10k list. I'm on the Rockcastle 10k waiting list myself.

 

[Unbridled Liberty]

Registered for the March 17 5k, but the confirmation email says I'm waitlisted. Does that equal hosed?

Not necessarily. Last year, during about the last month leading up to the match, they went through the wait list like Taco Bell through Hop. I don't know how deep the list is, but keep preparing and get ready for the call when it comes.

 

[Hop]

...like Taco Bell through Hop...

 

[Unbridled Liberty]

Here is the promo trailer for next years HeartBreak https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCRH9pQcdQ4&feature=youtu.be See you there!

 

[Notavictim646]

I just finished my first 5K Biathlon at Rock Castle Yesterday. It was fantastic! I was challenged physically, Mentally and Practically. I hope this sort of sport spreads. I have done some 3-gun and a lot of IDPA but there is nothing like shooting a stage when you are exhausted and your heart feels like it is trying to jump out of your chest. These events are NOT suited for the novice shooter or anyone who is not in good physical condition. But if you able, I highly recommend it. I will be back.

 

[Dtwentythree]

Glad you had a good time. It was a great match. Both the 5k and 10k courses were very challenging. Both physically and in shooting difficulty. These matches definitely get shooters out of their comfort zone.
Quite a few of us that shoot the monthly TSA 2-Gun matches in Batesville were there to RO. I’m sure I met you at some point. I was RO’ing stage 2 (vtac stage).

 

[indygunguy]

This was my 2nd run n gun, and it was an excellent event. I'm still quite sore today.

If you are a runner and a shooter, you need to get to one of these. You will really find out what you (and your gear) are capable of.

 

[SmileDocHill]

I just found out this type of event is even a thing! I'm posting this to make myself accountable and motivated to get into shape to do one. I broke my leg (ankle area) in Sept. Just yesterday, due to the motivation this type of event has provided, I got out and went for a simple walk. So frustrating, walking my normal run/jogging route! Feeling it today! I'd like to at least safely load up weight and hike this in heavy gear, I'm too old to push it.

 

[Hop]

Well Doc, you could be in luck. Revere's Riders are trying to put together a biathlon event. Would be the perfect way to get your feet wet then go tackle a run-n-gun.

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[snowdrifter]

Revere's Riders are trying to put together a biathlon event.

Oh really?

 

[Dtwentythree]

Well Doc, you could be in luck. Revere's Riders are trying to put together a biathlon event. Would be the perfect way to get your feet wet then go tackle a run-n-gun.

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You have my attention.

 

[Brad69]

Count me in!

 

[gregkl]

If Revere Rider's does one and allows people who are in good shape, safe with firearms, but maybe not the greatest shot in, I'll do it.

Plus, if the Revere Rider's event is more local, better yet!

 

[Dtwentythree]

Looks like the Legion 5k/10k match is a go for Sept 8-9 at Rockcastle.

 

[Unbridled Liberty]

I am helping to plan Revere's Riders biathlons in Kentucky and Indiana. Two Hoosier locations have been proposed so far; Harrison and Birdseye. I am open to other locales, especially along the I65 corridor south of Indy. These will be a little different than the tactical Run n Guns people have been running in Kentucky, and they will be more do-able for the majority of folks, especially for those just starting out. No special equipment will be necessary. I am still working on various aspects such as the targets and course of fire, but right now my thinking is as follows:

Proposed Revere's Riders "Summer Biathlon" (modified Olympic-type biathlon - shooting interspersed with running)
Firearms: .22 rimfire rifles only; iron sights and optics permitted, any action permitted
Target Distance: 50 meters max
Running Distance: 4 x 1.25K loops = 5K total
There will be 10 firing points spaced about 8' apart
Each competitor will be assigned a firing point and corresponding target
Targets will be reactive so you will know instantly if you hit or not
Shooters will use 15 rounds total in 3 magazines of 5 rounds each
Competitors will safe their rifle and leave it grounded at their firing points; they will not carry rifles while they are running
Competitors will be organized into flights of 10, and will be sent out at 1 minute intervals

Course of fire is as follows:
Run 1st 1.25K loop
Shoot 1 round at each of 5 targets from standing, unsupported
Safe and ground rifle
Run 100 yard penalty loop for each target missed
Run 2nd 1.25K loop
Shoot 1 round at each of 5 targets from seated, unsupported
Safe and ground rifle
Run 100 yard penalty loop for each target missed
Run 3rd 1.25K loop
Shoot 1 round at each of 5 targets from prone, unsupported
Safe and ground rifle
Run 100 yard penalty loop for each target missed
Run 4th 1.25K loop and finish

Stay tuned for more information.

 

[AmericanBob]

Following

 

[ibwaltb]

Has there been any further development for a Run-n-Gun course around Indy in 2019?