New 2 INGunOwners. Who is ready for an indoor range in NE Indy?

[Emreece33]

Hello, I'm relatively new to gun ownership, but I've been a lifetime supporter of our 2nd Amendment rights. I love the idea behind this online community.

I've visited all Indianapolis-area ranges and I've noticed the long lines and lack of options.

I'm currently exploring an opportunity to open a safe, fun indoor pistol/rifle range in northeast Indianapolis.

I would be interested in any feedback from you. What options you would like to see (paper target carriers? Static or knockdown reset steel targets?) If you live in the area how often would you go? What are issues you have with other local ranges?

Thanks,
Erin R.

 

[TheLoneRaider]

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[rockhopper46038]

What we need is a shoot house

Resetting steel would be nice, target carriers for paper probably a must. Good set of rental pistols ( the more, the better) would probably be a good investment - lots of folks don't seem to get a chance to try the pistols they are considering before they buy them.

 

[Skywired]

Hello and from Cicero

Count me in! I'd attend weekly.

 

[ZbornacSVT]

I think a local indoor range that allows/has steel is a GREAT idea!

I might be a little biased....lol.
If this ball gets rolling, let us know if we can help at all. We'd be glad to!

 

[nascarfantoo]

From Sullivan Co., welcome to INGO!!

Personally rather be outdoors, but if you need ideas ...

Adequate ventilation
Good lighting
LOTs of room in the lobby for the lines (I like BGF but it is a "zoo" when they first open. I will never go back at when they open for the day.)

 

[HotPocket]

 

[GodFearinGunTotin]

from Mitchell!

You might want to start a new thread under, maybe, the "General Firearms" subsection. You'll probably get better discussion than here, in the "Introductions" section.

 

[sartwell]

from New Haven.

 

[HandK]

Welcome to INGO Erin, glad your here.

 

[Jarhead77]

Welcome!
Ventilation
EXCELLENT lighting
Coat hooks
Bench for range bags behind shooters
Electric target runs with well marked distances
Backstop capable of handling Rifle calibers
Reasonably priced ammo
Heat in the winter
AC in the summer
Plenty of parking!!
Restrooms!!! (Never fails, I'm over 50!)
Open when I'm not at work!!
Good security cameras
Enforce safety!!
Have an RSO
Watch the range!! If someone is waving around their weapon, kick them out.

that should get you started!!!