IDPA first time

[ArmyMedicMoose]

So I just competed in my first IDPA competition. I love it. I can't wait for the next shoot at Prado. It was great and I'm addicted to the sport. I did really well for my first time. Any one have any tips on improving? or practice?

[HighLander51]

Shoot fast, have fun, be safe, don't point your gun at me. No really, make your hits, don't chase after magic gear, sights, gun, grips, etc, it's all about you. Get about 20 matches under your belt, and report back.

Tips, and tricks, go to BrianEnos.com Only competitive shooters hang out there.

http://www.brianenos.com/forums/index.php?showforum=17

[ArmyMedicMoose]

I plan on being at Prado Aug 3rd.

[Corbin Dallas]

So I just competed in my first IDPA competition. I love it. I can't wait for the next shoot at Prado. It was great and I'm addicted to the sport. I did really well for my first time. Any one have any tips on improving? or practice?

Go as fast as you can while still being accurate.

Start with the idea that being accurate is more important that going fast. Then increase your speed until you are just out of your comfort zone.

I personally shoot for and average of 2 points down per stage for the entire match.

If I'm lower than that, I'm going to slow. If I'm over 3 points down per stage, I'm going to fast.

That's my goal, doesn't mean it has to be yours.

Practice:

When I have the time, I try to get at least 300 rounds down range a week and another hour a week of dry fire and presentation practice outside of each match.

As an instructor the biggest waste of time I see is the during the presentation and the dwell between targets (outside of missing the target).

The most important thing to do during a match is be safe, followed very closely by having lots of fun, meeting good people and finally learning and honing your skills.

Maybe one day, I'll see you at Pala if you make it down south.

[Kodemonkey]

Economy of movement. Smooth is fast. Work on presenting and getting your sight picture as soon as possible and then pushing out to extend your reach. You watch any of the guys that are real pros and you won't see violent action. You will see smooth, controlled, and fast. They use as little effort as possible to get there fast.

Another thing I am noticing is that when I am trying to go as fast as possible I lose. But when I try to make every shot like it was the last round in the gun I do well. IDPA rewards accuracy over speed. Once you start shooting all the stages clean (no deductions) I would push yourself for faster trigger pulling.

[SuperSet]

Welcome into the sport, man! Wait until you start 3-gun. Talk about addiction!

[ArmyMedicMoose]

do you guys recommendation any holster? I was using the the blackhawk serpa.

[Corbin Dallas]

I so not recommend any holster with a manual safety device for competition.

I personally run leather and kydex. Comptec, bladetech and milt sparks are some of the brands I have used.

[Kodemonkey]

I so not recommend any holster with a manual safety device for competition.

I personally run leather and kydex. Comptec, bladetech and milt sparks are some of the brands I have used.

+1. Bladetech has an IDPA pack that comes with a paddle and mag holster.

I'd stay away from a Serpa. They seem to have a higher incidence of negligent discharges associated with them. I know, I know, it's a training issue. But it seems like it is easier to get your finger in that trigger area with a Serpa.

When you want to drop some coin, I like the silent thunder champion Garret holster. Lined with leather and pressed into Kydex, they offer a nice draw without much wear on the gun. But they are $$$$$

[Enter_the_Dragon]

Ditto on the Bladetech

[icedevil]

do you guys recommendation any holster? I was using the the blackhawk serpa.

You can't go wrong with either Comp-Tac or Blade-Tech for a kydex holster. I own both but would recommend Comp-tac because their turn around time is much faster (usually 3-5 business days vs 3 wks for Blade-Tech) and I personally like the design of their mag pouches better. If you're looking for the best bang for the buck, it's pretty hard to beat Blade-Tech's lower end injection molded holsters. They are not as pretty as the more expensive kydex offerings from BT or CT, but very functional.