Videos tagged with Sidewinder Concepts

This video details a precision scope carbine course led by Sidewinder Concepts in Dilly, Texas. Instructor Mike Sharappa, a former state trooper and competitive shooter, emphasizes proper rifle setup, including the 'cam locking' pistol grip technique for enhanced control and recoil management. The course focuses on rapid engagement techniques and effective gas gun operation at speed, with participants shooting thousands of rounds to hone their skills.

This video covers a 5-day Law Enforcement Sniper Basic Class in Oregon hosted by Sidewinder Concepts. The course emphasizes mastering fundamentals for long-range precision shooting between 100 and 1000 yards, focusing on the speed of control and attention to detail like weather and equipment. Participants engage in positional shooting (prone, sitting, squatting), tripod utilization, and scenario-based training involving ranging, milling, and first-round hits.

This video delves into determining the maximum effective range of firearms by analyzing velocity, energy, and mechanical limitations, a concept taught by Adrian of Sidewinder Concepts. It highlights how the transonic range significantly impacts projectile stability and predictability, emphasizing that while hits can be scored beyond this zone, repeatability decreases. The discussion contrasts high-performance rifles with cartridges like 7.62x39, illustrating how factors like ballistic coefficient and wind greatly influence long-range accuracy and effective terminal energy delivery.

This video appears to be a collaborative class or event focused on the "Minuteman Carbine Symposium" in 2024. It involves "SIDEWINDER CONCEPTS" and directs viewers to "Barrelandhatchet.com" for sign-ups. The title strongly suggests a firearms-related event, likely involving carbine training, tactical concepts, and potentially specific firearm platforms. The mention of "Carbine" points towards rifle-style firearms, and the symposium context implies a gathering of enthusiasts or professionals.

This video details a scoped carbine class by Sidewinder Concepts, focusing on precision shooting at extended ranges, including hitting 970-yard targets with 5.56 NATO. The instruction emphasizes practical application of ballistics, wind calls, and rifle fit, with a significant portion dedicated to mastering the Applied Ballistics app. The course is highly recommended for its engaging classroom time and effective range instruction, leading to increased shooter confidence and skill retention.

This video introduces Sidewinder Concepts' new data cards designed for use with wrist coaches, specifically mentioning compatibility with the Sun and Shadow Wrist Coach. The cards offer various configurations for managing ballistic data, including traditional setups for up to 2000 yards, dual-ammo/dope cards for different bullet weights or calibers, wind-specific cards, and cards with milling for range estimation based on target size. The presenter highlights their utility for shooters looking to better organize and access their shooting data.

This video details a long-range carbine training drill designed to test precision and transition skills. The drill involves engaging small targets at 200 yards from prone and then transitioning to a tank trap to engage targets at 500 yards. The focus is on fundamental shooting techniques like trigger control, recoil management, and proper body positioning for accuracy.

This video is Part 2 of a coaching session with Adrian from Sidewinder Concepts, where the creator's positional work and speed drop method are critiqued. Topics covered include natural point of aim, trigger press, wobble zones, active vs. passive follow-through, measuring for correction, the '150 Rule,' and building positions on different barricades. The video also features various recommended gear and mentions several sponsors.

This video offers an introductory guide to "precision positional work" from Sidewinder Concepts. Adrian, the instructor, demonstrates foundational concepts for achieving accurate shooting stances and body positioning. The video highlights various recommended gear from manufacturers like QVO Holsters, Haley Strategic, Spiritus Systems, and Big Tex Ordnance, including specific firearms like the Staccato P and an AR-15 variant. It also promotes attending a class offered by Sidewinder Concepts.

This video documents a beginner's attempt to hit a 1,000-yard target with only one box of ammunition, guided by Adrian, the lead instructor from Sidewinder Concepts. The session covers essential long-distance shooting fundamentals, including boresighting to 100 yards and dry-fire practice, before the critical 1,000-yard shots are taken. The content promises a series of follow-up long-range shooting videos and a podcast with the instructor.