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The Colorado USPSA website (www.ecoususpa) match schedule page says that there is a IDPA match February 23 at the Colorado Rifle Club in Byers. Is that correct?
Will there be a new shooter's orientation at that match? I'm a long-time USPSA shooter who wants to try IDPA.
Thanks,
Chris
Caithford
02-04-2013, 21:59
I can't find where I read it, but just the other day I read that MarkCO is running a "test" IDPA match at Byers. He would be the one to PM for the answer to your questions. My understanding is that if enough people show up, they may do a recurring event, and if not, it will be "one and done."
Here was one discussion: http://www.ar-15.co/threads/53075-Looking-for-a-few-good-People?highlight=byers+idpa
It's not if enough people show up, it's if a core of people step up to actually run future matches. MarkCO already has quite a bit on his plate.
Woodchuck
02-05-2013, 16:56
What time is setup for the February 23rd IDPA match at the Colorado Rifle Club in Byers?
It's not if enough people show up, it's if a core of people step up to actually run future matches. MarkCO already has quite a bit on his plate.
I'm way the heck too new to help run a match, but I live on that end of Denver and would be willing to do what I can.
madmike283
02-06-2013, 21:50
I talked to Steve L at CRC about this. I admitted that I'm not the person to MD the thing. I'm not responsible enough. I would, however, be willing to get SO certified and help out in that regard. Hopefully someone will step up to the plate. I would enjoy shooting another IDPA match per month.
Let me clarify a bit...
I started FRIDPA with Tom Judd and Michael Bane, was on the BOD and ran many of the matches the first few years. I don't choose to shoot IDPA at this point just becasue I have too many other things going on. I run 3 major matches a year as well as monhtly matches. The ONLY reason I put this "Test" match on the calendar is because I truly believe three things:
1. All trigger time is good time.
2. IDPA is a preferred form of competition for some.
3. CRC has the range and equipment to support multiple shooting disciplines.
The match on the 23rd is as much an interest meeting as anything else. If being involved in running the IDPA matches at CRC is something you want to do, then I don't care if you have never shot a match or shot 1000 matches. I am willing to help any group of willing volunteers get trained, equipped, etc. so they can run matches. Those wanting to be involed in running matches only need to be a member of CRC, be willing to get the required training from IDPA, have integrity and play nice with all the other disciplines.
CRC already runs a huge variety of matches including Zoot, SASS, USPSA, Rimfire, Steel Challenge, 3Gun, Sniper and all the traditional straight line matches. The East ranges matches fall under a director and two basic groups...Cowboys and Practical shooters. The range is capable of handling local, state, regional and national level events and is fairly unique in that respect.
Set up at 8am, shooters meeting at 9:30, shoot at 10. 5 stages, $20, about 80 rounds.
Range info can be found at www.crci.org (http://www.crci.org)
madmike283
02-07-2013, 20:26
I can't wait. I hope the weather cooperates. I'll be there at 8 to help set up.
Let me clarify a bit... Set up at 8am, shooters meeting at 9:30, shoot at 10. 5 stages, $20, about 80 rounds. Will there be a safety briefing for those of us who have not shot a match previously? I could leave the hardware at home and help with setup/administrativia and learn as much as possible if not...
KestrelBike
02-08-2013, 13:42
I can't wait. I hope the weather cooperates. I'll be there at 8 to help set up.
Can anyone say how sensitive will the CRC match be for weather cancellation?
We will do a shooters meeting, but we won't be set up to do an intro safety course at this match.
CRC is like any other front range location. We have concelled a few matches due to weather, but not a lot.
buffalobo
02-10-2013, 17:13
We will do a shooters meeting, but we won't be set up to do an intro safety course at this match.
CRC is like any other front range location. We have concelled a few matches due to weather, but not a lot.
Does this result in noobs being spectators?
Gravy Sandwich
02-11-2013, 08:33
I'm looking forward to running IDPA at CRC and hope it turns into a regular event. It would be great to get another option to run the Classifier match near Denver. Now I'm kicking myself for signing up for the Rocky Mountain 300 in May before finding out when FRIDPA will run the Classifier this year.
Does this result in noobs being spectators? It's starting to look that way. It'd be worth showing up to see the range, help set up (if there's something to set up) and meet people, but I'd still like to know how to pack! Any official word from those in the know?
I appologize that we can not accomodate new shooters at this match. This is purely a test match to see if there is interest. If there is, then those who step up will have to get their ducks in a row and get safe shooter checks, natonal affiliation, targets and all the other scoring and admin stuff dealt with. I will help for sure, and as I told some who e-mailed me, I do know the IDPA rules. I started FRIDPA with Tom and Michael and shot it for several years, worked the state match as the RM and was classified as Master before I moved on to setting up other clubs and matches. The ONLY reason I am doing this is because CRC is a great venue that can use another action pistol sport and there seemed to be a desire. I beleive all trigger time is good time.
THERE will be plenty to do. I certainly want set-up help. If you are new and don't shoot, volunteer to stick with a squad and keep score. The more help there is, the more likley it will become a regular match. If there are 4 of us out there...
KestrelBike
02-20-2013, 21:43
I would like to compete in this event, but it's CRC New Member Orientation day! I gotta be at the Ranch House at 10am.
Sign up, run to the ranch house, skip the tour and come back and get caught up. I am sure you are smart enough to know what a range looks like that, as good as the tour guide may be, you won't learn anything new.
KestrelBike
02-20-2013, 21:56
Sign up, run to the ranch house, skip the tour and come back and get caught up. I am sure you are smart enough to know what a range looks like that, as good as the tour guide may be, you won't learn anything new.
ahh haha I actually wanted to learn about the range. But if I can skip it and just get the gist of it later (and not be rude), I'll do that.
I'm out there a lot. I can certainly show you where the ranges are. Most of them have these big piles of dirt on three sides, a few only in the back. :)
rustycrusty
02-20-2013, 22:38
The short version of the tour...
there are turkeys out there. Lots of turkeys. Don't shoot the turkeys. Some snakes too. Don't shoot them, unless they are rattle snakes... In which they threaten the turkeys. In that case, protect the turkeys.
I am interested in this- a lot. I would like to be in on this and can help organize. I have some family issues for this first match, but am doing what I can to get out there for Sat. Hopefully, see you on Sat.
The short version of the tour... I have my membership app printed out, I'll get it sent in next week. This is a long winded way of saying "no clue where I'm going", so I'll ask the obvious...where do I go? If there are berms on three sides, an occasional whizzing sound, and puffs of dirt kicking up all around me the assumption will be I'm in the wrong place... Aren't rattlesnakes protected? They ran into protected sea lions eating the protected salmon on the Columbia, and in true government fashion still haven't come up with an intelligent answer decades later...they tried putting the sea lions through sensitivity training but that worked for them about as well as it did me.
Here is the directions link to CRC: http://crci.org/Ranges/Directions/tabid/623/Default.aspx
Rattlesnakes are not protected, but you do have to possess a valid small game license to shoot them. The range is a game preserve.
If you are scared, Biden recomends a double barrelled shotgun and all your fears will go away.
If you are scared, Biden recomends a double barrelled shotgun and all your fears will go away. Biden scares me. Think the Fish & Wildlife people would entertain a petition to get him classified as an invasive species?
rustycrusty
02-21-2013, 16:54
You will go down the road after the entrance gait. Stay right. Staying right when you can turn right will take you all the way to the appropriate berms. When you see a parking lot -park. There is a fence seperating the berms from the parking lot. See you there!
Woodchuck
02-22-2013, 11:18
I heard 7 inches of snow was received at the range. Is the match this Saturday the 23rd a go?
Vanniek71
02-22-2013, 12:59
I'll be out there at 8 with several in tow to help setup as well.
buffalobo
02-22-2013, 13:17
Add a couple more to your help list Mark. Will be there early.
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I'll be out there at 8 with several in tow to help setup as well. Pretty bummed I can't shoot. Just put six sets of ten rounds through six holes from 10 yards at a range. No mention will be made the "holes" were about 60mm in diameter...still a palm print. Really want to try that in a less relaxing environment. See you guys at 8:00. Might have SWMBO in tow to keep an eye on me.
rustycrusty
02-22-2013, 13:44
If worried about snow, Snow shovels will be helpful. Also windproof attire.
Woodchuck
02-22-2013, 17:17
If worried about snow, Snow shovels will be helpful. Also windproof attire.
I wasn't worried about the snow, but worried about driving all that way to find the match canceled. So, just checking.
We will be there, not to worry.
KestrelBike
02-22-2013, 19:37
Quick non sequitur while I'm waiting for background check to clear at Sportsmans (they had a 10-22 in stock!)
After the IDPA, I'm interested in busting some clays. What is the clay shooting setup like at CRC? I assume I bring my own clays, but are there any launchers? (This is why I need to attend the new members meeting!)
I am not certain about this but, at least on other ranges that I know of, you need to wait a few days for your new membership application to be processed before they let you shoot as a member. Attendance to the "New Members Orientation" may also be mandatory before your membership card can be released. I just say this so that you make sure that you check with whomever the Safety Officer is for the range on that day before you start blasting away.
KestrelBike
02-22-2013, 19:55
I am not certain about this but, at least on other ranges that I know of, you need to wait a few days for your new membership application to be processed before they let you shoot as a member. Attendance to the "New Members Orientation" may also be mandatory before your membership card can be released. I just say this so that you make sure that you check with whomever the Safety Officer is for the range on that day before you start blasting away.
Understood, thanks!
Quick non sequitur while I'm waiting for background check to clear at Sportsmans (they had a 10-22 in stock!)
Someone has something in stock? Now I KNOW you're pulling my leg...
Speaking of non sequituers...it looks like the CRC USPSA pistol meets and the FRIDPA meets are on the same day... [Bang]
rustycrusty
02-22-2013, 22:14
As there are 13 berms in the area we use and both events shoot around 4 stages each... Guessing we will be good
As there are 13 berms in the area we use and both events shoot around 4 stages each... Guessing we will be good
Since those 2 particular events are at different ranges, I agree that it shouldn't be a problem. ;)
rustycrusty
02-23-2013, 06:36
YOU'LL RUE THE DAY YOU CROSSED ME ROGERG!!!
buffalobo
02-23-2013, 14:44
Just left the match @ CRC.
Appeared to be a success(wth do I know, I am noob to IDPA). Good turn out for the conditions. Hope somebody commits run the matches.
A bunch of very helpful, tolerant and friendly shooters.
Thanks to Mark, Steve and CRC for making this opportunity happen.
BTW, CRC is a great facility.
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DeusExMachina
02-23-2013, 15:01
Great match, very nice meeting and shooting with everyone in squad 3. I would be interested in committing some time, as SO or otherwise. Not MD though.
- Phil
Does anyone know if the plan is to continue to hold this match on the 4th Saturday? If a decision hasn't yet been made, I would like to hear what day works best for everyone...
Does anyone know if the plan is to continue to hold this match on the 4th Saturday? If a decision hasn't yet been made, I would like to hear what day works best for everyone...
I sure hope so. Does CRC have a forum, or do they also use this board?
DeusExMachina
02-23-2013, 17:02
A lot of members here are CRC members but no official forum. 4th Saturday would be great because its two weeks off FRIDPA, and is open for the east berms. There's a couple other options but in my opinion this is the best time.
madmike283
02-23-2013, 18:16
There is no decision on which day to hold any future IDPA matches there. Among our group I think the consensus was to probably hold it this day, the 4th Saturday of each month. That way it doesn't interfere with FRIDPA, NOCOIDPA, and Sunday AGC USPSA. That sounds good to me. First Saturday is taken by Multi-gun at CRC, otherwise it could be a candidate. IMO, 4th Saturday is pretty ideal.
BTW, thanks so much to Mark and Steve for putting this on for us. Our group may be able to contribute a pretty good amount, as we talked about after the match. Regardless of who takes this on, I volunteer to get certified as SO and help out in that regard at a minimum.
Also, thanks to everyone that came out and shot the match, and even those who helped setup that weren't able to shoot. We had an awesome turnout for a "trial" match and questionable conditions. The weather turned out great and I started on my tan early this year.
Thanks to all who came out! I hope you enjoyed the stages and Evil Barrels was not too hard on you all.
Here are the scores. 22303
Nothing is in stone for the date, but the 4th Saturday has gotten the lions share of recomendations. There were numerous people who volunteered to help and a few who would be willing to at least be the contact person for a group to run the match. As stated, we will help you all get up to speed with the admin and stage design, so don't panic. :)
Thanks to Mark, Steve, and everyone else who put on such a fun match today!!!
Thanks to all who came out! I hope you enjoyed the stages and Evil Barrels was not too hard on you all.
Here are the scores. 22303
Nothing is in stone for the date, but the 4th Saturday has gotten the lions share of recomendations. There were numerous people who volunteered to help and a few who would be willing to at least be the contact person for a group to run the match. As stated, we will help you all get up to speed with the admin and stage design, so don't panic. :)
Pfft. Panic. That's only permitted once the crisis is over.
I'd love to get SO qualed to help run stages and (as I mentioned to Mark) design is something I've been interested in since I found out about IDPA...dovetails nicely into old habits. Just tell me where and when. App for the club will go in when I get my NRA number. SWMBO even had a good time; I think she only went because I was going either way... :)
Hey Rusty...living up to your name? How come YOU didn't win any stages? :p
PS - Great match. Looking forward to doing it again and willing to commit to helping most of the time. Newborn dictates probably not all the time.
I had a great time today with the guys from Squad 2. My first competition shoot of any sort, and my first time shooting a pistol in about 9 months. Fun times!
Vanniek71
02-24-2013, 01:44
Was a bunch of fun today, thanks to Mark and Steve. I'll shoot you guys that email as well. Good shooting everyone!
4th Saturday would be great because its two weeks off FRIDPA, and is open for the east berms. There's a couple other options but in my opinion this is the best time.
So far I know of another two matches that take place on the 4th Saturday: 1) WHAC Defensive Pistol Match and 2) PSAC USPSA. I'd like to shoot more IDPA this year but that Saturday of the month is already taken for me. I would certainly be in if you folks would consider holding it on the 2nd Sunday instead. The only other pistol match that I know of on that day is Pueblo USPSA (which btw is a great match but a farther drive).
Regardless of the decision, I wish whomever takes over this match lots of luck. I also know a thing or two about holding pistol matches so, if you guys (or gals) need any help figuring how to get everything rolling, feel free to contact me.
I think having the match on the same weekend as the FRIDPA match (2nd Sat) would probably not be the best scheduling. :D
I think having the match on the same weekend as the FRIDPA match (2nd Sat) would probably not be the best scheduling. :D
Yo don't like the idea of shooting two matches on the same weekend? You're killing me Smalls!
DeusExMachina
02-25-2013, 11:31
What an exhausting weekend that would be.
It would also suck to be on call that weekend, I'd potentially miss both matches for the month.
What an exhausting weekend that would be.
For most of us who shoot both USPSA & Steel Challenge, this is a typical weekend. During the warmer months, I also add an extra day or two of live-fire practice during weekdays.
It would also suck to be on call that weekend, I'd potentially miss both matches for the month.
Now that would be a problem!
madmike283
02-25-2013, 18:59
For most of us who shoot both USPSA & Steel Challenge, this is a typical weekend.
Yeah, but can you imagine two IDPA matches back to back with ~100 shooters and maybe twice as long as the typical USPSA match around here? lol
Some of us don't always have quite the generous hall pass to play both days on a weekend either.
... two IDPA matches back to back with ~100 shooters and maybe twice as long as the typical USPSA match around here?
Ha, ha... True that. That would be one loooooong weekend!
Kris V. has stepped up to be the MD. Even more encouraging are the 5 or 6 other folks willing to help out and make this a quality regular match.
Jason is going to get to work on a webpage.
Looks like the 4th Saturday is the date as well.
So there may be a match the 4th Saturday of March at CRC. :)
Gravy Sandwich
02-26-2013, 07:41
A big thanks to Kris V & Jason for stepping up to the plate on this. Thanks also to Mark CO and Steve L for putting on a great match with some very challenging stages. CRC seems to draw a friendly and cooperative group, with lots of shooters helping in various ways throughout the day. It will be great to have another day each month to put on my IDPA costume.
slo_lrnr
02-26-2013, 09:58
Yes, thanks Kris for taking the role as “THE GUY” to lead the team and also for those 5-6 that are willing to be “A GUY” on the team. It was also very impressive to see the turn out for setup … of 28 shooters, about 20 were there at 8am for the heavy lifting. This is extra impressive considering a cold starting temperature and several inches of snow in the berms.
All three ingredients (a leader, a motivated core team and an energetic, helpful populace) should prove to be a great foundation for another successful sport at CRC.
Fried Chicken Blowout
03-03-2013, 07:32
The website is up and running. Check it out and let me know what info you all would like to see. I've got a few links on it and some specifics but I'm sure you guys will post up some good ideas. If anyone knows how to get our own sub forum here please make that happen unless this FRIDPA subform was more of a general Front Range idea and not specific to that club. If we can get our own sub-forum I'll link the page to that. Scores will be posted on both the forum and the webpage time permitting. Details on the web site will be added and changed as we get more into this.
http://ecoidpa.com
Let me know if there is any display issues. I'm doing this on an updated Mac. If you have an old school computer things may look different to you than me. If I can fix those type issues I'll try. Please PM me back for technical issues like that don't post in this thread. For content suggestions please post here.
Thanks
madmike283
03-03-2013, 15:30
I like it man. Looks like a great start. This is gonna be fun.
I like it man. Looks like a great start. This is gonna be fun.
Especially with the Colorado House Democrats controlling the weather...what's the deal with this "Only snows on the Second Weekend" crap? I am REALLY looking forward to this...didn't get to shoot at the last one...
For content suggestions please post here.
Setting a title might be good. Having a domain might be good; is Eastern Colorado IDPA the official name? I can start hunting up options if that's the case. Piggybacking on FRIDPA seems a bit presumptuous, so either asking Hoser for permission to ride or the board admins for a forum would also be good.
Fried Chicken Blowout
03-04-2013, 15:09
Setting a title might be good. Having a domain might be good; is Eastern Colorado IDPA the official name? I can start hunting up options if that's the case. Piggybacking on FRIDPA seems a bit presumptuous, so either asking Hoser for permission to ride or the board admins for a forum would also be good.
Eastern Colorado IDPA is the official name being submitted to the IDPA. It was requested by the designated match director to use ecoidpa.com for the domain which has been completed. Hoser has been contacted to request info about the forum as to it's intention of either serving the entire "Front Range" or specifically for the FRIDPA club.
Eastern Colorado IDPA is the official name being submitted to the IDPA. It was requested by the designated match director to use ecoidpa.com for the domain which has been completed. Hoser has been contacted to request info about the forum as to it's intention of either serving the entire "Front Range" or specifically for the FRIDPA club.
You got it under control, thanks a bunch for all the effort!
Can you code us up some nice weather as well??
Vanniek71
03-04-2013, 15:52
Hopefully the weather will be nice for the April match.
Classifier is on the schedule as well for a litter later than the rest so we can offer some different times for people to get the classifier done.
Also Fried Chicken suggested a cool idea to me as well that we are going to try out, but more on that later!
Also if any of you are interested in helping out RO'ing let me know - kris@ecoidpa.com I am working on getting a class scheduled to get eveyone certified.
madmike283
03-04-2013, 21:39
FYI, I see on the schedule/results page that March 23 is listed. You're holding off until April right?
Vanniek71
03-04-2013, 22:01
Yeah we are ill get that pulled.
Fried Chicken Blowout
03-05-2013, 10:33
Schedule update on the website to reflect starting in April.
Yeah we are ill get that pulled.
FRIDPA classifier May 11 and ECOIDPA on May 25th? Any possibility of moving one or the other, cuz I'm going to miss them both...
madmike283
03-05-2013, 19:43
FRIDPA classifier May 11 and ECOIDPA on May 25th? Any possibility of moving one or the other, cuz I'm going to miss them both...
Where do you see that FRIDPA's is in May? I'm curious and have considered emailing Mick to see if he has decided yet. I would really prefer that FRIDPA's Classifier be in April, weather permitting, since the RM300 would conflict. I'm already signed up for the RM300. I don't expect a change in date just because I can't make it, but if the date is still flexible, April would get my vote.
SOMEWHERE, and now I have to question whether senility has set in, I seem to recall seeing FRIDPA classifiers are scheduled in May. I read a whole bunch of stuff all at once and while I generally remember things, I can't...um...reloader...uh..remove...something. What were we saying?
madmike283
03-06-2013, 21:46
lol, no worries. I was interested to see a confirmation if it was out there. The classifier month seems to change. You can take a look at the match results page on their website and look at prior years. Last year was the only recent one that was in May.
Vanniek71
03-14-2013, 16:36
Random - check your PM's there is some classifier info in there you may be happy to read.
Vanniek71
03-14-2013, 16:53
All please see http://www.ar-15.co/threads/94345-Eastern-Colorado-IDPA-Colorado-Rifle-Club-4th-Sat-of-the-month for more info on the ECOIDPA matches.
Also if you are interested in getting RO/SO certified to help out with the ECOIDPA matches please contact me at kris@ecoidpa.com (kris@ecoidpa.com)we have a location, time and date that we are going to run the class.
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