Updates from author Julie Golob and SHOOT: Your Guide to Shooting and Competition.
No matter whether you are an avid competition shooter, hunter or just enjoy plinking, sighting in and getting zeroed is critical to performing your best. This week’s shooting tip gives some insight into some things you should consider when getting ready to zero. Getting Zeroed – Preparation Before you send rounds downrange, inspect your firearm. […]
International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) is growing… A lot! Considering the increase in the concealed carry market (and zombie defense) the popular action shooting sport features courses of fire with a defensive flair and firearms that shooters buy at their local gun shop. Today’s tip is one specific to IDPA and the low cover position […]
How do you cope with match pressure? It’s so easy to get caught up in how someone else is shooting or worse, worrying about what you think someone else is doing on the range. None of that matters because the only outcome you have control over is your own performance. Because some shooters have trouble tuning out the […]
Purse carry is very popular among women. Off-body carry in a bag or purse requires some specific attention though. Because a bag can be carried in so many different ways, those who choose to carry a firearm this way need to keep some additional things in mind. In last week’s shooting tip, we discussed how […]
I don’t want to sound like a broken record, but I can’t say it enough. If you choose to carry a firearm concealed remember that YOU are responsible for your firearm at all times. Off-body carry in a bag or purse requires some specific attention though. Because a bag can be carried in so many different ways, those who choose […]
If you choose to carry a firearm concealed remember that YOU are responsible for your firearm at all times. Many women choose to carry a firearm concealed in a purse. A valid concern with purse carry is control of the firearm. Your purse can be snatched away from you much more easily than a gun […]
Need to get into prone fast? Here are two ways to get into the prone position quickly: Both methods are quick and efficient. If you lack upper body strength or have shoulder pain, go with method 2. If you have knee issues go with method 1.
Want to increase your target-to-target transition speed with a handgun? Let your eyes lead the way to the next target. Keeping your gun up and near your line of sight with arms extended, look for your target and drive the gun to where you are looking. As soon as you acquire an acceptable sight picture, […]