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    Default Re: How to make your IDPA shoot (and everyone else’s) run smoother

    Thanks Thorkind, great reminder for a\ll. I also pack nutrition bars and drinks. Saves time on the range when you need to snack. (actually, you need to refuel during the day)
    sleep when you're dead

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    Great piece of penmanship!!! A good read for ALL IDPA/SADPA competitors.

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    Default Re: How to make your IDPA shoot (and everyone else’s) run smoother

    Great post!
    "He who makes a beast of himself, gets rid of the pain of being a man…"

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    Quote Originally Posted by Thorkind

    When the SO gives the course briefing, listen carefully. Many have missed the bus big-time because they didn’t listen when the SO said 3 shots per target, not 2 for example.
    I feel picked on... I'm trying to learn how to count, but seem to have limited mental capacity...

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    Default Re: How to make your IDPA shoot (and everyone else’s) run smoother

    One small other thing : brass picking up is not brass pocketing.

    Return it to the shooter, or leave it on the floor / table next to the stage start position.

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    Default Re: How to make your IDPA shoot (and everyone else’s) run smoother

    Quote Originally Posted by Khumba View Post
    Excellent post - hopefully all members read this.
    SADPA owes this man a Bells! Can this be published on the SADPA website with permission from Thorkind? Same for his other post on IDPA?

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    Default Re: How to make your IDPA shoot (and everyone else’s) run smoother

    Excellent post.

    The reader will note a number of references to the rule book in the original post.

    I cannot stress enough that the new shooter should be fairly familiar with the rules before he starts.

    The SO is not there to teach you the rules as you go.
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    Default Re: How to make your IDPA shoot (and everyone else’s) run smoother

    Quote Originally Posted by SSP View Post
    Excellent post.

    The reader will note a number of references to the rule book in the original post.

    I cannot stress enough that the new shooter should be fairly familiar with the rules before he starts.

    The SO is not there to teach you the rules as you go.
    You want a Bells as well?

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    I assume so, I finished all his liquor last time I visited.

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    I agree on the prep work up front, two things that I have to elaborate on:

    1. Keep the sugar level up before it is your turn to shoot. Chocolate / energy drink. And a deep breath when the SO says: "Shooter Ready?"!!
    2. A basic first aid kit. I tend to end up every time with some blood letting.

    But then again, that's just me.

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