I have some limited experience in long range shooting(f class, and steel shooting out to 1000+), but am far from expert. Am considering trying PRS competition in my quest to get better. Would like to meet someone here to ask a few questions about gear, ranging targets, etc. Anyone doing PRS willing to talk about it?
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Dunraven...
try these two sites, both full of information an like minded folks.
www.6.5guys.com
www.precisionrifleblog.com
good luck on your quest.
Monty Montana
between Wisconsin and western Maryland. shot 2 long range challenge matches at Peacemaker in WV so far.
dunraven, gear is up to the individual and how much you can afford. You can get by with the bare essentials for starters. Rifle, bipod, scope, AI type mags, Kestral, pack, rear squeeze bag, etc, the list can go on. Your scope should be a Mil-Mil for in case there is a ranging exercise or stage, mostly there is not. I do not own or will I every gizmo that top shooters tote around with them. For I mainly compete against myself and would rather miss then make a hit using some tool that I will not carry ALL the time.
dunraven,
It's difficult to put everything down in one post or thread but here are a couple of suggestions.
Be sure to get to a 'Train up" which usually runs before a major match. There is one right before the Heat Stroke Open in July:
PRS Competition Clinic II July 11th-13th
by Shawn Wiseman | on May 12, 2016
Posted in: Uncategorized.
Jacob Bynum will be conducting the second PRS Competition Clinic as the train-up for the Heatstroke Open July 11th-13th. The first one he did a couple of weeks ago in Colorado was met with rave reviews and all who participated said they would return. These classes are different than Jacob's Precision Rifle Courses in that they are geared specifically toward competing in PRS Matches. If you've never done a class with Jacob, I highly recommend you do.
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You can make huge gains on your learning curve in just a few days.
Register with the PRS in order to get the most up-to-date information available. The website mentioned above is perfect for getting some of the better details regarding upcoming matches.
Every 'new' type of competition that I've ever seen has developed into an equipment race. No matter how hard we try to avoid it, there is something in our makeup which drives us to accumulate and then require more equipment.
Those new to PRS should realize that you can be just as competitive with the more experienced shooters even if you still shoot a .308 Win. and have some modifications on your existing rifle. You should have a bedded action, tuned trigger, MIL-MIL scope, sturdy mounts, sling, pads and bipod. There is more to shooting PRS than just having all the new tech toys and related paraphernalia in your pack.
This is an outdoor, environmental game. You run, climb, crawl and sometimes slide... Safety and sturdy are the operative words here. Start exercising to get your cardio up and running. I carry a backpack with the weight and sometimes the actual stuff I will carry in competition.
And just like the Boy Scout motto: Be Prepared.
It's difficult to put everything down in one post or thread but here are a couple of suggestions.
Be sure to get to a 'Train up" which usually runs before a major match. There is one right before the Heat Stroke Open in July:
PRS Competition Clinic II July 11th-13th
by Shawn Wiseman | on May 12, 2016
Posted in: Uncategorized.
Jacob Bynum will be conducting the second PRS Competition Clinic as the train-up for the Heatstroke Open July 11th-13th. The first one he did a couple of weeks ago in Colorado was met with rave reviews and all who participated said they would return. These classes are different than Jacob's Precision Rifle Courses in that they are geared specifically toward competing in PRS Matches. If you've never done a class with Jacob, I highly recommend you do.
_________________________________________________________
You can make huge gains on your learning curve in just a few days.
Register with the PRS in order to get the most up-to-date information available. The website mentioned above is perfect for getting some of the better details regarding upcoming matches.
Every 'new' type of competition that I've ever seen has developed into an equipment race. No matter how hard we try to avoid it, there is something in our makeup which drives us to accumulate and then require more equipment.
Those new to PRS should realize that you can be just as competitive with the more experienced shooters even if you still shoot a .308 Win. and have some modifications on your existing rifle. You should have a bedded action, tuned trigger, MIL-MIL scope, sturdy mounts, sling, pads and bipod. There is more to shooting PRS than just having all the new tech toys and related paraphernalia in your pack.
This is an outdoor, environmental game. You run, climb, crawl and sometimes slide... Safety and sturdy are the operative words here. Start exercising to get your cardio up and running. I carry a backpack with the weight and sometimes the actual stuff I will carry in competition.
And just like the Boy Scout motto: Be Prepared.
Kurz...
Excellent information...and right on about competing against yourself...Keep it"plain and simple and learn you rifle", said my military instructor and nothing has been stated truer.
Gadgets weigh you down and most of the time get in the way I would rather spend the money on more practice ammo.
Monty Montana
Monty,
All good information as well.
Here is the link to one of the PRS train ups:
http://www.riflesonly.com/courses/courses_open_to/Civilian/PRS_Competition_Clinic.html
Here is a video of the 2015 Heat Stroke Open:
The Heat Stroke Open is held in Camargo, Oklahoma. There is a train up on July 11th through the 13th. Contact them to get the best information.
Enjoy the experience!
All good information as well.
Here is the link to one of the PRS train ups:
http://www.riflesonly.com/courses/courses_open_to/Civilian/PRS_Competition_Clinic.html
Here is a video of the 2015 Heat Stroke Open:
The Heat Stroke Open is held in Camargo, Oklahoma. There is a train up on July 11th through the 13th. Contact them to get the best information.
Enjoy the experience!
Well, I would disagree that you can be just as competitive with a .308 anymore. That is why there are now .308 only matches. It really has turned into a gear war. Now, saying that, I have the minimum and every match I've been to someone is offering me stuff to use on each stage. It is one of the finest group of people you will ever meet.
sign up for a match and go, you will love it!
sign up for a match and go, you will love it!
Yeah someone that really knows there dope can do decent with a 308. The 6/6.5's really shine. I have seen more 7mm's than 308's at the local matches. Yes, they have gone to 308 classes to kinda make a level playing field especially with the guys that make a living with there rifles. You can still go have fun with the 308 just gotta work a bit harder than the 6/6.5's. This is why im building a 6x47l....
I absolutely agree. You can go have allot of fun shooting PRS with a .308. I have a .308 and love doing it. I built a savage 6.5cm last year and for ease of ammo availability of you don't want to reload, I believe that is the caliber to go with.
Don't get me wrong either, there are a bunch of guys (the top shooters) that can take the .308 and whip up on anyone, heck, they can probably beat me with a slingshot.
It really is a fun game in the shooting sports. And again, fantastic guys & gals to hang out with.
Go experience a train up day. Go to a small one day match to get some experience. Practice the things you have learned. Practice off hand, kneeling, sitting, barricades positions, etc. Others will be more detailed than this, but you get the idea. Maybe if you mention what area your in and how far you are willing to travel someone may step up and give you some pointers at your local range.
shoot4fun
Gold $$ Contributor
Uh, not true. The very best (on any given day) can hold their own but the fact is that the 6 MMs are there for a reason. They have the flattest trajectory and lowest recoil, allowing the shooter to make the required hits in the allotted time easier. Not trying to discourage anyone from shooting what they have if it's a 308. Just being frank about my observations at matches.
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