Anyone going shooting?

[Bonc_CHL]

Anyone going shooting this weekend at Eagle Peak or Red's in P-ville?

[marksiwel]

Anyone going shooting this weekend at Eagle Peak or Red's in P-ville?

I wish man, I wish.

Gotta fill in for some lazy co-workers this weekend, and next weekend going to the Big D for a Bachelor Party.

[CWOOD]

Anyone going shooting this weekend at Eagle Peak or Red's in P-ville?

YES!! Texas Tactical is having an IDPA match Sunday at Austin Rifle Club. Match fee is $25. Mike Webb puts on a very good match and there are a lot of very nice folks there. Lots of fun and great practice.

From: "Michael "Iron Mike" Webb" <texastactical@yahoo.com>View contact detailsTo: texastactical@yahoogroups.com
In addition to the Carbine match at Cedar Ridge on Saturday we will be putting
on an IDPA Match Sunday at the Austin Rifle Club Range!

EVENT: IDPA MATCH
DATE: Sunday March 7th
LOCATION: Austin Rifle Club
SIGN UP: **0900HRS - 0945HRS**
INFO: http://WWW.TEXASTACTICAL" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;. NET


Texas Tactical will be putting on an IDPA Match
this Sunday March 7th at the Austin Rifle Club
Range in Austin. Bring a friend or two and introduce
them to all the fun! Everyone is welcome!

If anyone would like to help with setup it
would be greatly appreciated. We will start
setting up a little before 8am.

For more info and directions check out:

http://WWW.TEXASTACTICAL" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;. NET

Please arrive on time for sign up and promptly
sign up. This helps us bring you a more efficient
and enjoyable match.

Hope to see y'all there.


Michael "Iron Mike" Webb
Texas Tactical
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For detailed info on matches and equipment go the the Texas Tactical website noted above. Come out and have fun.

[A-R]

Can't do it today. Sick kids. Possibly tomorrow. If I can get away I'd like to at least go watch an IDPA match some time, see what all the fuss is about.

[Bonc_CHL]

I want to check out an IDPA also want to see if it is something I can get into or not.

[davidtx]

I'd also like to check out the IDPA match. I'll almost certainly be there.

[longtooth]

I just got back from a morning work cession.
Gave one orientation.
In now & clean. Time to rest, read, nap probly.
Now back on topic since I am 100+ miles away.

[Mando'a]

I went to Red's a few weeks back. Put 100 rounds of fmj's and 100 rounds of jhp's through my Glock 22.

I wanted to make sure the jhp's would feed properly, absolutely no issues.

Life was good...

Probably be another month before I can go again.

[CWOOD]

Can't do it today. Sick kids. Possibly tomorrow. If I can get away I'd like to at least go watch an IDPA match some time, see what all the fuss is about.

I'd also like to check out the IDPA match. I'll almost certainly be there.

I want to check out an IDPA also want to see if it is something I can get into or not.

Hey guys, come on out tomorrow. Just got an email that the match is on.

If you have never watched or shot in an IDPA match you will find it is SOOOO!!! much more fun that standing flat footed slow firing at a stationary bullseye. I strongly urge you to come on out. We can get on the same squad and you will have a LOT of FUN.

I know some may want to just go to watch, but bring your gear because if you are like me, who did that, you will regret not joining in after by the time the first shooter finishes the first stage.

All you really need to start is:
eye and ear protection
something to shoot 9mm or 38special or larger
waist/belt holster---paddle, IWB, OWB whatever. NO crossdraw, shoulder rigs, small of back, or thigh rigs
100-150 rounds of ammo depending on how accurately you shoot--more is always better.
$25
total of 3 magazines or speedloaders
willingness to be safe
willingness to have fun
a vest or jacket or untucked shirt as a concealment garment...shouldn't be a problem tomorrow.

I'll be there so come find me, my name is Carl. I am a grey headded guy with glasses and a moustache about 6-1 who really needs to work out more. Just ask anyone with the sign in sheet or squad list. I would love to squad with you and answer any questions that may come up.

I'll get there about 9:30, you do the same so you have time to attend the new shooters meeting(orientation) so you know more of what to expect and what is expected of you.

No foolin', you will have a good time. Bring your stuff.

[davidtx]

A couple of quick questions:

- where can I find eye protection that works over glasses or are glasses sufficient?
- where can I find a holster this time at night? It sounds like my SmartCarry isn't legal for this

[davidtx]

Never mind. Red's is open untill 9. All set now. See you tomorrow.

[CWOOD]

A couple of quick questions:

- where can I find eye protection that works over glasses or are glasses sufficient?
- where can I find a holster this time at night? It sounds like my SmartCarry isn't legal for this

Regular glasses are fine.

Smartcarry won't work for IDPA.

The reason for the rules on the holsters mainly is a safety thing...for the shooter and others. Because of the fact that there are other shooters around, as well as a Safety Officer and ScoreKeeper in close proximity behind, the shooter is essentially pointing a loaded firearm at others with a shoulder holster or small of back holster. With a crossdraw, Smartcarry and some others, the shooters often 'sweeps' his own body with the muzzle of a loaded firearm...also a safety issue in a competition scenerio. As for thigh rigs, they are just outside the scope of IDPA which generally tries to use scenerios simulate potential concealed carry situations. Obviously, a thigh rig doesn't work for that...IPSC matches perhaps but not IDPA.

You might be able to find an inexpensive paddle (Fobus, perhaps) or other inexpensive holster at someplace like
Academy or Cabela's. Ooops, just looked at the clock, and they might not be open now. I do not recall their hours of operation.

If you don't have ANY belt-type holster but would like to come watch, you are still welcome. I would be happy to have you shadow me and you will save the $25. Just promise not to make too much fun of me when I mess up. Seriously, I would be happy to have you come out for a while or stay the whole match, whatever works for you. We start shooting at about 10A and usually finish around 1P+/-.

[CWOOD]

Never mind. Red's is open untill 9. All set now. See you tomorrow.

GREAT!! I didn't even think of Red's.

The Texas Tactical ( http://www.texastactical.net" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; ) and Austin Rifle Club site both have maps if you need directions.

Regards,Carl

[Bonc_CHL]

I most likely will not make the shoot tomorrow, feeling a lil under the weather. But please let me know when you go to the next one.

[CWOOD]

I most likely will not make the shoot tomorrow, feeling a lil under the weather. But please let me know when you go to the next one.

Sorry you are not feeling well. I hope that gets better quickly.

As a conslation, congratulations on getting your Comp-tac.

To keep posted on the Texas Tactical shoots, you can sign up on their website ( http://www.texastactical.net" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; )and they will send you emails notices and they NEVER spam you or otherwise misuse your info. There is a lot of other information there too. They also hold matches at Cedar Ridge Range which is west of New Braunfels...actually in Bulverde. It is an easy drive from Austin. Is a nice range and draws a pretty good crowd of San Antonio shooters. They are a very good group and Mike Webb runs interesting and SAFE matches. They also have a Carbine match once a month...also fun.