As long as it is in a match with RO/SOs, no issues at all.
I'm all for the dueling tree. I like those things. Separates the men from the boys.
Although it will mean burning through a lot of extra ammo.
Dueling tree stage could be cool.
I'd like to see a stage with something PT-related involved, like this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjkzWw6nLKs
Awww yeah.
Nothing wrong with that. If you like that kind of thing, the Iron Man makes that look like playing with dolls. We already ran the MEGA stage match this year, but we will do it next June. Took the average person about 8 minutes and about 200 rounds fired.
When the platform is ready (hope soon), you will have the option to run up and down steps too. You can put a stopwatch on a guy and give them 60 seconds to go up and down the stairs, 1 second off for each flight of stairs, then do a field course. Physical exertion before, or within a stage should be done a lot more than it is.
Not to fuel the fire, but I thought this was an interesting exercise in chewing gum, rubbing your belly, playing chess, long division, and expert marksmanship [LOL]
http://youtu.be/NguwoQ6BnFA
SAFriday once mentioned that there are shooters over on Brian Enos forum that practice movement in their garage on a treadmill with a gas powered airsoft gun. We got rid of our treadmill before I ever tried it. I've got a stair climber now. The guy in the video had that thing crankex up way higher than I thought.
I like the idea of something a little more physical, but every where I've shot has someone with a disability that would make a physical stage like that impossible.
Everyone I ever spent time with on the range and had respect for, believed that once you master something you should cut your time and add more difficulty. No one is so good they don't need more practice.
I like the creativity that goes into some of the dynamic shooting.
Texas Star side match like at State last year. $5 per attempt. Winner splits the money with the club or something.
In case I forget, good idea to pack bug spray. The mosquito squadron is populous.
I don't want to spill all the beans but I have a cool match in the planning stages......
IDPA Team Trials - team of 4 shoot through the match and scoring will be as follows for certain stages:
- All 4 shooters run stage like a normal match, but times/scoring is added together for final stage score
- All 4 shooters run stage, times/scores are averaged for that stage score
- All 4 shooters run stage with a running timer one after another, total score counts (like a relay)
- All 4 shooters run stage, best time/score gets recorded
Shooting is a individual sport for the most part, would think there would be some interest for a team event and it would put a cool spin on IDPA events
What say you guys?
I like this idea, but try to do stuff differently than other IDPA clubs. Thats why we have 5 stages instead of 4 and a side match. I have gotten a few people asking about a side match, but not too many have shown interest. I would consider 4 stages and a side match, but 5 and a side is almost too long for a lot of people that come out and shoot.
At the next shooters meeting remind me and I will ask, and if there is enough interest, I don't have an issue running one. The other thing we have to consider is that the Cowboy shooters need the range after us as well, so we might have to break down and then set up the side match on one of the berms they aren't gonna use, or reuse a stage and change stuff up a bit. I'm not opposed, just trying to coexist with the rest of the disciplines that shoot out there too.
I LOVE all the cool ideas, and think that running five stages allows us to have the standard 4 IDPA stages that are strict IDPA, and the fifth stage can be a wild card. That way we can break from the mold a bit, but still appease the main shooter base that showed up to shoot an IDPA match.
Would be awesome to shoot a few optional stages or a side match with a rifle!
Yeah I'd love a rifle stage, if only for more excuse to run around shooting stuff with my SBR.
True. As much as I like variety and novelty, I think the club should be careful as to not stray too far away from IDPA rules. I think that's part of the reason this club was started in the first place. I could see the potential of running off some shooters that are looking for a legit IDPA match. That's not to say, though, that you can't hold a special match with some advanced notice or the like.
In addition, we agree to run our matches under the recognized rules of a national organization. There are insurance and other considerations as well.
Its that time again for some ECOIDPA Fun! July 26th match is rolling around again next weekend!
This match we have 5 stages of fun planned for you again. I won't spill all the beans, but its another themed match!
The Details:
ECOIDPA - http://www.ecoidpa.com
FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/pages/Easte...46824278769370
Hosted at Colorado Rifle Club - http://www.crci.org/
When: 4th Saturday of Each Month
Times: Setup - 7:30am ($5 Match fee discount for those helping with setup),
New Shooter Meeting (Mandatory for all new IDPA Competitors) - 8:45am - New Shooters Must Register by 8:30am
Shooters Meeting - 9:30am
First Shots - ~10:00am
Cost: Match fee $20 ($15 if you are there and help with setup)
Questions: See the website or email the match director at ECOIDPAinfo@gmail.com
Thanks all,
Kris
ECOIDPA
Load and make ready,
and don't forget to get dressed. [emoji33]
lobbed from my electronic ball and chain
Hey I would have shot in flip flops if I had to!!
Thanks for a fun, fast-paced match! Five stages all wrapped up by 1 pm! Are the scores ready yet? :-)
Scores gonna be delayed a day, I had a wedding to go to today and won't be able to pick up score sheets till tomorrow. I'll have them up ASAP though
Great match with a lot of tight shots, movement and swingers. Stages had just the right amount of strong/weak hand shooting and tactical sequence. Its pretty rare to get to shoot out of a "real" car in a local match, so that stage was a treat. This match was more on par with stages I've seen at major IDPA events, which I really appreciate going into big matches over the next few months.
Hey all, sorry for the delay, got the scoring sheets a few hours ago, and got them all in. You can find scores here:
https://www.uberscoremaster.com/?mat...3-09461120019F
Also for the match inside the match - Most match headshots goes to Craig Bowie with 35!!
Most accurate for the match was Alex Severson with 2 points down! That's right 2!!!
Hope you all had fun, and we will see you out on the range next month!
Platform completion build party is August 3...Anyone who shows up will get a free match in August.
Hello Hello all,
Its getting to be that time again for another ECOIDPA match! Come on out and play Saturday August 23rd!
For those of you that shot the zombathon last month you will be excited to know Rob is again designing the course of fire and you get another month off from my shenanigans! I have a pending baby due very soon so unfortunately I wont be able to make the match, (that is if I want to stay living - you know the wife can get violent if provoked!! HAHA) but rest assured you are in good hands! I promise I will return next month with some more course of fire goodness!
As usual the details are here: And remember if you show up to help with setup, not only do you get a peek at the stages, you also save $5 bucks!
ECOIDPA - http://www.ecoidpa.com
FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/pages/Easte...46824278769370
Hosted at Colorado Rifle Club - http://www.crci.org/
When: 4th Saturday of Each Month
Times: Setup - 7:30am ($5 Match fee discount for those helping with setup),
New Shooter Meeting (Mandatory for all new IDPA Competitors) - 8:45am - New Shooters Must Register by 8:30am
Shooters Meeting - 9:30am
First Shots - ~10:00am
Cost: Match fee $20 ($15 if you are there and help with setup)
Questions: See the website or email the match director at ECOIDPAinfo@gmail.com
Thanks all, and I can't wait to see you all next month!
Kris
Good match yesterday. Some tough conditions in the morning made setup slow and challenging. Thanks to those who helped with setup and special thanks to the folks from Buffalo Creek Gun Club who came down from the hills and provided a ton of assistance and great camaraderie. IMO they made the difference between a fun well run match and and all day grind.
Scores are up at IDPA website - http://www.idpa.com/compete/competitiondetails/19793
and ECOIDPA website - http://ecoidpa.weebly.com/
Always a good time for sure. Mud and all.
Wish I had time to actually get out and practice more.
Hey all,
It's that time of month again for ECOIDPA! Sat September 27th is looking good weather wise! This month's theme will be "Movies on the Range" Where we will reenact some of the cooler shootout scenes from movies! Come on out and have some fun with us!
As usual the details are here: - And remember if you show up to help with setup, not only do you get a peek at the stages, you also save $5 bucks!
ECOIDPA - http://www.ecoidpa.com
FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/pages/Easte...46824278769370
Hosted at Colorado Rifle Club - http://www.crci.org/
When: 4th Saturday of Each Month
Times: Setup - 7:30am ($5 Match fee discount for those helping with setup),
New Shooter Meeting (Mandatory for all new IDPA Competitors) - 8:45am - New Shooters Must Register by 8:30am
Shooters Meeting - 9:30am
First Shots - ~10:00am
Cost: Match fee $20 ($15 if you are there and help with setup)
Questions: See the website or email the match director at ECOIDPAinfo@gmail.com
See you all on the range!
Kris
Finally be able to make a match. Haven't shot since June!