Matt, NOBODY is going to say a word about a Harris bipod...guaranteed. Some people might get pissy about the wording but we all know what the rule is intended to stop. If people are worried about it, use indoor-outdoor carpet like a bunch of folks do.
Go eat some crayons, bubba.
and someone will complain about the Harris when their ass gets beat by one. Guaranteed
NRA Rule Change - F-T/R
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Warren Dean
Team Savage F-TR
Well...green, of course.
Why do the NRA's of different countries write the rules to various disciplines differently to the ICFRA rules???
I have shot F-TR using the British Match Rifle position, which is shooting with a sling with my hand between the rifle and a rest at the front and shooting the rifle from the shoulder without a sandbag at the rear. Under ICFRA rules I believe that this position is legal, under Australian rules it is definitely not permitted as the Aussie rule states you MUST use a bipod. ICFRA states you MAY use a bipod.
I use this position because I feel that there is more recoil control than shooting off a bipod when I shoot heavy bullets.
I have shot F-TR using the British Match Rifle position, which is shooting with a sling with my hand between the rifle and a rest at the front and shooting the rifle from the shoulder without a sandbag at the rear. Under ICFRA rules I believe that this position is legal, under Australian rules it is definitely not permitted as the Aussie rule states you MUST use a bipod. ICFRA states you MAY use a bipod.
I use this position because I feel that there is more recoil control than shooting off a bipod when I shoot heavy bullets.
Fclass versus the “other” but which is which?
One was invented to let old guys keep doing their favorite thing, keep on playing with their guns.
One is very expensive and barely tolerated by some wives.
One is a habit forming, resource consuming sport, one that no one really cares to watch.
No refunds or do overs is a rule.
You can’t buy your way in. Ahh finally, Fclass is different than hookers.
One was invented to let old guys keep doing their favorite thing, keep on playing with their guns.
One is very expensive and barely tolerated by some wives.
One is a habit forming, resource consuming sport, one that no one really cares to watch.
No refunds or do overs is a rule.
You can’t buy your way in. Ahh finally, Fclass is different than hookers.
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If only because F-class definitely doesn't guarantee any happy endings.....
Hold on 12 if dealer has to take a hit.
Odds are better on single deck than a 5 deck shoe, but your antee is higher per hand.
No intoxicating substances allowed at matches....even in states where grass is legal. Sheesh...
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I didn't read anything specific about carpet, it says you cannot use anything that forms a track and controls the movement. On the carpet sample that I use, I can move the rifle side to side without having to lift the rifle. In my mind I would assume that means that the carpet piece that I am using is in compliance.
"It is not permitted to provide tracks for the guidance of bipod feet, nor may the combination of bipod feet and/or pad materials create a track. The pad surface should be smooth enough to allow the bipod to be moved in any direction without having to lift the rifle or move the pad that the bipod is on."
Or am I interpreting this wrong?
Jdne5b
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I'm not sure if they removed it entirely but here is the old wording which is what I was referring to. The rulebook specifically allowed carpet. Tracks referred to the board or plate.
The use of “tables” i.e. a single flat solid surface extending under both front rest and rear bag is prohibited. Carpet or similarly f lexible matting may be placed under the front rest and rear bag. Separate flat boards and or plates not exceeding the dimensions of the individual rests by two inches on a given side may also be placed under the front rest and rear bag. In the case of a bipod, the board or plate may be as wide as necessary to accommodate the bipod at its widest point, but not be more than 12” front to rear. It is not permitted to provide tracks for the guidance of bipod feet. No levelling screws or protrusions are allowed on these boards or plates. They must be flat on the top and bottom
Warren Dean
Team Savage F-TR
Like you lolSome folks have way too much time on their hands..
Steve Jennings
Gold $$ Contributor
A current version is still in production ( if anybody cares )
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