Ruger Nut10
Single-Sixer
I hope to have all my equipment in by this weekend to try IDPA next week. I have never tried it. I hope that others have tried it and it seem fun. There seems to be plenty of places around Dallas & Ft Worth to give it a go.
IDPA - SR9c
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I have been shooting IDPA for a few years now and enjoy it a lot, but with this type of fun there is more standing waiting then the shooting time. You stand 40 minutes to shoot for 20 seconds or less. But worth it because any shooting time is good time.
OP
Ruger Nut10
Single-Sixer
That was what I was thinking. Plus since most places don't let you draw from a holster it will help for more practice in that respect.
martinj001
Single-Sixer
IDPA is great. When I moved to Atlanta (from Houston), I went from numerous matches a week all within an hour of me to only 1 match a week within an hour of me...and that match was 3+ hours and only 2 scenarios. I've heard its better now (less people), but that's pretty ridiculous to me, especially to pay any more than $5-10 to do it as well.... I have really enjoyed IDPA though, and I highly recommend it.
Is there a website where I could look to see if there are any IDPA events in my area? I've done a basic Google search, but looks like each IDPA location has it's own events and website.....but I don't see any websites that list these events by state or area so I can narrow down the locations that are close to me.
martinj001
Single-Sixer
There's www.idpa.com which I do believe has a listing of affiliated clubs. Calling or emailing them to inquire is an option as well, not sure how quickly the site is updated with newer clubs.
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Gun Fan 70
Single-Sixer
Ruger Nut10, Good luck on your first match. I've been shooting IDPA for about a year now and it has been great! Here are a few tips to help get you started. Just my two cents worth.
1. Don't worry about the nerves. We've all been there. Even the great Dave Sevigny had to shoot his first match sometime.
2. Don't worry too much about your performance. It was a humbleing experience the first time I shot on the move. Nobody expects you to be blazing fast or super accurate your first time out. A few guys come out expecting to dominate, and then lose interest when they realize it's not that easy.
3. Do be safe! You'll get a lot more respect for safe gun handleing than a good score. Nobody wants to shoot with someone who is unsafe.
4. Do get involved. There is always something to do, even at the club level matches. Set up, tear down, pasteing targets, don't be afraid to jump right in and lend a hand when you can.
5. Do try to be gracious when given advise. There will probably be a lot of it. (Kind of like me now.) Most of the advise I have been given since I have started has been helpful and appreciated but some of it has been like " Duh!... You think so? " Try to be patient. They're probably just excited to see someone new.
6. Finally, DO HAVE FUN!!! If it's not fun, there's really no point in doing it. It is after all how we spend our free time and discretionary income. I look forward to going to a match every month for the comraderie and to talk guns as much as the actual shooting.
Like I said, just my two cents worth from one newbie to another.
Just a side note. If you have'nt seen it. Caleb Giddings has got a series of articles on DownrangeTV.com called "Quest for the Master Class" where he is attempting to get classified as a master in SSP and ESP with a Ruger SR9c that is kinda interesting.
Will
1. Don't worry about the nerves. We've all been there. Even the great Dave Sevigny had to shoot his first match sometime.
2. Don't worry too much about your performance. It was a humbleing experience the first time I shot on the move. Nobody expects you to be blazing fast or super accurate your first time out. A few guys come out expecting to dominate, and then lose interest when they realize it's not that easy.
3. Do be safe! You'll get a lot more respect for safe gun handleing than a good score. Nobody wants to shoot with someone who is unsafe.
4. Do get involved. There is always something to do, even at the club level matches. Set up, tear down, pasteing targets, don't be afraid to jump right in and lend a hand when you can.
5. Do try to be gracious when given advise. There will probably be a lot of it. (Kind of like me now.) Most of the advise I have been given since I have started has been helpful and appreciated but some of it has been like " Duh!... You think so? " Try to be patient. They're probably just excited to see someone new.
6. Finally, DO HAVE FUN!!! If it's not fun, there's really no point in doing it. It is after all how we spend our free time and discretionary income. I look forward to going to a match every month for the comraderie and to talk guns as much as the actual shooting.
Like I said, just my two cents worth from one newbie to another.
Just a side note. If you have'nt seen it. Caleb Giddings has got a series of articles on DownrangeTV.com called "Quest for the Master Class" where he is attempting to get classified as a master in SSP and ESP with a Ruger SR9c that is kinda interesting.
Will
Texasgunner
Single-Sixer
Gun Fan 70 said:
Extremly well worded 8)
martinj001
Single-Sixer
Texasgunner said:
+1, well said.
I shot my 1st idpa yesterday. It was a blast, granted you do stand alot but well worth it. Just take your time through the stages, dont rush or even try, and you will have fun, learn, and meet other like minded people. I was not able to use my sr9c yet, still need 3 more mags and holster, but I used my glock 19, took my time and didnt do all that bad.
OP
Ruger Nut10
Single-Sixer
Thanks for the advise. I do plan on deliberate not fast shooting for sure.
I hope that 3 magazines are enough per stage. All I have is 2 ten rounders and a 17. If not I will have to use the .45 due to I can shoot 2 matches for the price of one magazine from Ruger. I do want to give the SR9c a good run, since I carry it 90% of the time.
I hope that 3 magazines are enough per stage. All I have is 2 ten rounders and a 17. If not I will have to use the .45 due to I can shoot 2 matches for the price of one magazine from Ruger. I do want to give the SR9c a good run, since I carry it 90% of the time.
yeah the 3 mags should get you through the first match. You will want to invest in 2 more mags in the future. Just make sure you let the ro's this is your first time shooting idpa. They will help you out alot with the rules and sort of walk you through it first time. In idpa you will start with 10 in the mag and 1 in the pipe, each reload is 10 rounds max per mag. Just load the 17 rd to 10 and your good. Enjoy
Well, generally speaking, yes, but IDPA does not actually have a 180* rule.
Now, many local clubs do, but for those who can accommodate it in their stage design, IDPA allows for a greater range of motion.
I've never seen an IDPA match that requires more than three magazines total, and that is all that is required under the rules. It is up to you if you wish to have more for emergencies (dropping one on accident) or convenience (not having to reload magazines between stages).
If you choose to carry more than two extra magazines, you are not allowed to have them in magazine carriers, only back pockets.
You may load the 17-round magazine with 11 rounds and use it as your first magazine when you load. This gives you the 10+1 legal capacity for most starting positions.
I'm a certified IDPA Safety Officer (what most call a Range Officer).
Now, many local clubs do, but for those who can accommodate it in their stage design, IDPA allows for a greater range of motion.
I've never seen an IDPA match that requires more than three magazines total, and that is all that is required under the rules. It is up to you if you wish to have more for emergencies (dropping one on accident) or convenience (not having to reload magazines between stages).
If you choose to carry more than two extra magazines, you are not allowed to have them in magazine carriers, only back pockets.
You may load the 17-round magazine with 11 rounds and use it as your first magazine when you load. This gives you the 10+1 legal capacity for most starting positions.
I'm a certified IDPA Safety Officer (what most call a Range Officer).
OP
Ruger Nut10
Single-Sixer
Sounds good. I have a 2 mag carrier for the SR9 and the 17 rd will be my start mag that way I have 2 identical mags in my carrier. CDNN is great 6.99 for a double carrier - Paddle style and they seem to work fine.
I use to be a CHL instructor in Texas so safety is #1.
I use to be a CHL instructor in Texas so safety is #1.
It was the most fun I have had shooting yet, and I have been shooting since I was 7. It can be tough though, I got a PE for shooting the targets in the wrong sequence, L-R instead of R-L, but I'm a southpaw and the SO could have told me a thousand times and I probably would have still hit them Left to Right. Something I will have to work on. About 60 rounds fired and really only needed two mags until the final station, three setting on the same station, requiring the shooter to draw and fire freestyle, draw and fire strong hand, and then pick the gun up off the table weak hand and engage three targets with double taps. What fun.
Brandon
X2 for the double mag carrier from CDNN.
Brandon
X2 for the double mag carrier from CDNN.
OP
Ruger Nut10
Single-Sixer
My match is tomorrow evening. I hope to finish ok and not look too bad.
