From the scores, it looks like the guy is so fast that by the time they score the penalties and misses, he still comes out ahead of everyone. I may try to video him next match, but I think he may be faster than Chad, but not nearly as accurate.
That may make him a local hero, but he'll never do well at a major with that. I'd like to see a video of him shooting a stage.
oops. sorry. carry on with your grand plan.
-rvb
That may make him a local hero, but he'll never do well at a major with that. I'd like to see a video of him shooting a stage.
I really don't mind constructive criticism, but these guys were trying to haze the new guy.
I will see if I can find a video of the guy shooting and do one of myself. He said he doesn't play "the game" and shoots how he would in a real situation.
Not everything, most.
I've attempted to help new shooters. Before I start, however, I always ask if they would like some advice. When you see a new shooter run a gun dry again and again, you can just about figure he needs some basic pointers about the game. If he wants to know how to play this game really, really well, I'll hook him up with Chris S.
Obviously you've never seen me shoot. I've got nothing to be egotistical about...
I started going to the IDPA shoots at my club and decided to shoot 1911 for the last competition. I was paired with the "old guys" and they all took the opportunity to tell me how to stay safe and ensure I understood how to shoot in a competition. They were all pretty bad, but it was only because of their years, or so they said.
We got to a stage that called for strong and support hand shooting and I was first up. Well, I canted my gun and could hear the gasps and snickers from some of them. One guy started taking pictures and I'm not sure where he posted them. Anyway, one of them taught me that canting the gun is only done on television and by gangsters and the proper way to shoot non-supported is to keep the gun straight as possible.
Some people just need to shut up when a new person shows up to these shoots! Just be friendly and get to know a person before offering "lessons" and other insights. Who knows, the guy just may know a thing or two about shooting.
Was it Yeager critiquing you? It was Yeager, wasn't it?
James wasn't as bad as these guys. Honestly, I don't think they meant any harm. I'm the new guy and I get it. We shall see how the next shoot goes.
Next time shoot the gun upside down and really blow their minds.
You can do that? Even with a Block / 1911?!?
I started going to the IDPA shoots at my club and decided to shoot 1911 for the last competition. I was paired with the "old guys" and they all took the opportunity to tell me how to stay safe and ensure I understood how to shoot in a competition. They were all pretty bad, but it was only because of their years, or so they said.
That just goes to show you, "Just cause your old don't mean your smart"
James wasn't as bad as these guys. Honestly, I don't think they meant any harm. I'm the new guy and I get it. We shall see how the next shoot goes.
I really don't mind constructive criticism, but these guys were trying to haze the new guy.
I will see if I can find a video of the guy shooting and do one of myself. He said he doesn't play "the game" and shoots how he would in a real situation.