Having never shot an IDPA match or other for that matter. My question is do ypu have to be above average shooter to start shooting some matches? I know safety is paramont but is it accommodating tothe average? Also I reload, what about spent brass retrieval?
Well, we may all be a beginner at our first match as far as shooting IDPA or whatever competition we sign up for. But, we are not all new shooters. I know plenty of very accomplished shooters with thousand's of round downrange who finally decide to shoot their first match.
That being said, as a new shooter and new to action type shooting, I have been welcomed to the few events I have done. The funny thing is, at least with me is I am nervous standing around waiting to start, attending the new shooter meeting and dividing up into squads, but once it's my turn and I hear the "beep" in my ear, I forget about everyone else that may or may not be watching me.
I wouldn't be afraid to do an IDPA match first but I agree with Kaga that a steel Challenge is a really good start. You take the movement out of the equation but still get the multiple targets and reloads to do.
My first summer when I was looking into the action arena was spent watching different events to see what attracted me. I spectated IDPA, Steel Challenge, CASS, 3-gun, Hi-power(from a distance while at the IDPA match), and USPSA.
CASS was out due to gear needed and the infatuation with not addressing anyone by their real name.
3-gun is out due to gear needed and I feel that 3-gun is a little complex for a new shooter. At least it is for me. I do triathlons, but I have a strong background in swimming and a moderate ability in the bike and run. With 3-gun, I would be at best a novice with a shotgun and rifle, and only moderately capable with a pistol.
The rest I am open to though IDPA floats to the top.
Good to know, I should try out some steel sometime I think... I know a guy who's been trying to get me to do 3gun but I swear those dudes have to end up with $10K+ in gear to compete! It's crazy!
Post on the thread for the up coming match and you can get borrow gear to shoot a match.
Having never shot an IDPA match or other for that matter. My question is do ypu have to be above average shooter to start shooting some matches? I know safety is paramont but is it accommodating tothe average? Also I reload, what about spent brass retrieval?
I USED to shoot FNS, at MCFG, once a month ..... When I had .22 in stock, and could buy it at reasonable prices.....
I am NOT any where near average .....