I am HOOKED, part 1 "The Sport & the Tool"

Episode 003 – I am HOOKED, part 1 "The Sport & the Tool" In this week's episode of the Adventures in Practical Shooting and Life we start looking at what do we do when we have chosen the sport we want to participate in. First things first Go to a couple of matches or events. Closely watch the competitors interactions. Is this a 'culture' of something you feel you will fit into? Are the present competitors welcoming? Chatting you up a lot? Telling and bragging about their particular sport? What are they saying about OTHER practical shooting sports? Are they open and encouraging you to check those sports out? Or, are their opinions surrounded by non-factual negativity? Observe the group as a whole, it is a good-ole-boy/girl club? Difficult or easy to join? Is there a particular challenge of that sport that interest you? Okay, you have decided! How to get started Make sure to JOIN the organization for your chosen sport Most are required to become 'classified' or 'ranked' within the sport – we are starting to compete, right? What division do you want to shoot? Can you shoot a firearm(s) that you already have? Do you have to purchase something else? What other gear is needed?? The Firearm(s) Do you already own the type and model of firearm for your chosen sport and division? If not, a couple of recommendations: DO NOT BUY anything until you do your research. A couple of questions to ask yourself before laying out one hard earned dime: Do you already OWN a firearm you can compete with in the division chosen? At least to get started. Is the firearm you select on the 'approved list' for the chosen division? Are you brand and model bias? What is the 'cost' of running the gun (caliber, bullets, quality) ASK QUESTIONS – why are other shooters running particular brands and models of firearms…this is tricky! Like asking the Ford v/s Chevy question! All these are food for though. There are plenty of more questions to be asked and YOU must evaluate what is BEST for you! MY ADVICE: Narrow your selection down to maybe 3-4 firearms per platform required (platform meaning pistol, rifle, shotgun) Now … Go shoot each one at a range where you might be able to rent them. If not see if you can borrow..or ask to shoot someone else's firearms after a match you attended to 'observe'. Make your choice on what YOU feel is best FOR YOU…not anyone else!

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I am HOOKED, part 1 "The Sport & the Tool" is an episode from Adventures in Practical Shooting & Life.

This episode is 15:15 long.

This episode was published on Jan 18, 2018.

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