Since USPSA is winding down for the season we've decided to put together a steel match at Harvard.
This will be an "informal" Steel Match and not an "official" SCSA match.
The hope is to introduce or re-introduce you to the sport of steel shooting - which is fun and challenging.
We plan to set up four to five steel stages - three to four Steel Challenge stages and one Pro-Am style stage.
For the Steel Challenge portion of the match we will be using the rules set forth by the Steel Challenge Shooting Association "SCSA" http://steelchallenge.com/scsa-clubs/scsa-rules/
Right now we are planning to setup "Roundabout", "Smoke & Hope", "Five to Go" and "Accelerator" or "Pendulum" - but this may change.
The "Pro-Am" stage will be similar to how the match was run this past year in Tulsa.
The rules http://www.usshootingacademy.com/CM_Files/2008 Pro-Am Rules.pdf would vary a little as the Pro-Am had PAR times - we'd run this stage similar to their "Tie Breaker Stage" where any target left standing would add 3sec to the total time.
We will set between 30 to 40 knock over type targets (poppers and knock down plates). Only Ten rounds can be loaded in a mag and targets will need to be engaged from multiple locations - so there will be some movement and a need for multiple mags and mag holders.
Please note that 22 rimfire will not be allowed on this stage for safety reasons.
We are not charging an entry fee for this match in an effort to grow Steel Shooting in our area. We will also plan to have a vendor selling food.
Multiple entries may be allowed - but that may change depending on the number of shooters.
Categories and equipment:
Main Match - Center Fire Revolver or Auto (all stages):
Two classes - Open and Stock.
Rimfire Match - (limited to just the SCSA stages only):
Two classes - Open Rimfire and Stock Rimfire)
Eye protection AND ear protection, are required!
All competitors must have safe equipment.
Holsters are required for the Main Match (Center Fire Shooting).
Holsters shall be mounted in the general vicinity of the waist and must retain the gun - drawing from concealed carry is not allowed.
Mag Holders are required for the Pro-Am stage - but not required for the SCSA stage.
If a Competitors does not have proper mag holders they can still shoot just the Steel Challenge stages.
The Rimfire start position will be from the "low ready" pointing the muzzle at a painted spot in front of the shooting box.
To ensure a smoothly running match competitors should try to bring at least five mags. The minimum round count will be just under 140 - I'd recommend bringing 200-250rounds.
There will be no multiple projectile or magnum loads allowed. All rounds must travel a minimum of 750 FPS. Light target ammo is suggested (120-140pf).
If you are a new shooter or have not shot this type of match before please notify each Stage RO.
In order for this match to run smoothly we'll need everyone's help in setting steel and painting targets as well as help calling the line.
Setup will take place the morning of the match - if you'd like to help please send me an e-mail.
Shooters meeting will hopefully be at 9:00am and shooting will hopefully start at 9:30am (depends how long the set-up takes).
All Safety rules will apply including USPSA and SCSA Rules.
The range is cold! Handguns will not be loaded except as directed by Match Officials.
Gun handling at designated "Safe Areas" only.
Please also keep in mind that this is an "informal" match and we will do our best to try and make it run smoothly.
If you have any questions please e-mail me [email protected]
If you plan to attend please e-mail so I can get an approximate number of shooters.
Thanks.
Paul Dandini
This will be an "informal" Steel Match and not an "official" SCSA match.
The hope is to introduce or re-introduce you to the sport of steel shooting - which is fun and challenging.
We plan to set up four to five steel stages - three to four Steel Challenge stages and one Pro-Am style stage.
For the Steel Challenge portion of the match we will be using the rules set forth by the Steel Challenge Shooting Association "SCSA" http://steelchallenge.com/scsa-clubs/scsa-rules/
Right now we are planning to setup "Roundabout", "Smoke & Hope", "Five to Go" and "Accelerator" or "Pendulum" - but this may change.
The "Pro-Am" stage will be similar to how the match was run this past year in Tulsa.
The rules http://www.usshootingacademy.com/CM_Files/2008 Pro-Am Rules.pdf would vary a little as the Pro-Am had PAR times - we'd run this stage similar to their "Tie Breaker Stage" where any target left standing would add 3sec to the total time.
We will set between 30 to 40 knock over type targets (poppers and knock down plates). Only Ten rounds can be loaded in a mag and targets will need to be engaged from multiple locations - so there will be some movement and a need for multiple mags and mag holders.
Please note that 22 rimfire will not be allowed on this stage for safety reasons.
We are not charging an entry fee for this match in an effort to grow Steel Shooting in our area. We will also plan to have a vendor selling food.
Multiple entries may be allowed - but that may change depending on the number of shooters.
Categories and equipment:
Main Match - Center Fire Revolver or Auto (all stages):
Two classes - Open and Stock.
Rimfire Match - (limited to just the SCSA stages only):
Two classes - Open Rimfire and Stock Rimfire)
Eye protection AND ear protection, are required!
All competitors must have safe equipment.
Holsters are required for the Main Match (Center Fire Shooting).
Holsters shall be mounted in the general vicinity of the waist and must retain the gun - drawing from concealed carry is not allowed.
Mag Holders are required for the Pro-Am stage - but not required for the SCSA stage.
If a Competitors does not have proper mag holders they can still shoot just the Steel Challenge stages.
The Rimfire start position will be from the "low ready" pointing the muzzle at a painted spot in front of the shooting box.
To ensure a smoothly running match competitors should try to bring at least five mags. The minimum round count will be just under 140 - I'd recommend bringing 200-250rounds.
There will be no multiple projectile or magnum loads allowed. All rounds must travel a minimum of 750 FPS. Light target ammo is suggested (120-140pf).
If you are a new shooter or have not shot this type of match before please notify each Stage RO.
In order for this match to run smoothly we'll need everyone's help in setting steel and painting targets as well as help calling the line.
Setup will take place the morning of the match - if you'd like to help please send me an e-mail.
Shooters meeting will hopefully be at 9:00am and shooting will hopefully start at 9:30am (depends how long the set-up takes).
All Safety rules will apply including USPSA and SCSA Rules.
The range is cold! Handguns will not be loaded except as directed by Match Officials.
Gun handling at designated "Safe Areas" only.
Please also keep in mind that this is an "informal" match and we will do our best to try and make it run smoothly.
If you have any questions please e-mail me [email protected]
If you plan to attend please e-mail so I can get an approximate number of shooters.
Thanks.
Paul Dandini
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