Doing my black badge tomorrow

Expendable Nate

Expendable Nate

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8am can't come soon enough. I have been reading the rule book and manual. Looking forward to day 2 and getting hands on.

*UPDATE*

Course went great! Can't wait for my first shoot next weekend.
Glad I put the talon grips on my M&P.


*UPDATE*

First match went decent. Kicking myself for some things but it's all good. No procedurals and I didn't get DQ haha
 
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Make sure to tighten all pouches and holsters before your match. Dem screws always back out when you're having fun. Get to the match early so can glass the stages and get some dry fire done. Be safe, be relaxed. We are all here to help learn and help.
 
Welcome to shooting games. Shooting from the bench will become boring. Remember on your first match, don't worry about your score or time...just don't DQ.
 
I'm pretty green, and my lessons learned so far has been:

Tell the RO you're a new shooter and this is your BB match.
Pay attention to the 90.
Say thank you to everyone who has a tip (even if it's not much of a tip).
Buddy up with a vet on your squad.
Introduce yourself to everyone you shoot with.

Things they don't tell you:
Bring a chair and stuff you'd need if you were working outside. (hat, water, snack, sunscreen etc)
Make a plan and stick to it. You're likely not to be #1, so just plan and execute it cleanly.
Practice the stage at the speed you'll be shooting it. Stride length is different when you run!
Ask a question about the stage briefing when you've got the chance.
Check your targets when they score them.
Bring wet wipes.
Pick brass at the end of the day, there'll be some left over (unless you're looking for 45 and super)
Figure out ways to make the shooting easier, faster comes quickly with comfort.

And yeah, broke and smiling.
 
Just remeber, speed is the byproduct of accuracy.

take your time and finish the match safely, not fun DQing on your first match.
 
I did my Black Badge way, way, way back in the mid 80's. I shot all around Ontario and in the US (pre 911 Home Land Security issues). Had a great time but slowly left the sport after it became apparent that you needed really deep pockets to compete. With 3 kids at home that wasn't an option. Thinking about coming back with my original 1911 Colt single stack in.45 or picking up a M&P in 9mm. Time will tell.
 
Pr589 said:
Try contacting K*** **** at IPSC Ontario (blackbadge@ipsc-ont.org). He is the Black Badge Coordinator and can direct you to the next local Black Badge course. Check out the IPSC Ontario website for more information.
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FYI He doesn't like his name being posted on forums
 
Pr589 said:
Try contacting Kent Hill at IPSC Ontario (blackbadge@ipsc-ont.org). He is the Black Badge Coordinator and can direct you to the next local Black Badge course. Check out the IPSC Ontario website for more information.
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Thanks. I know i can ask him as well but what equipment other than a gun that I need to prepare to join he course?
 
bacardi said:
Thanks. I know i can ask him as well but what equipment other than a gun that I need to prepare to join he course?
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Safety equipment (eyes and ears), 4-5 mags, mag holders, holster and belt and of course ammo (~300-400 rounds).
 
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