I Failed (2025 Q&A)

Published on January 1, 2025
Duration: 19:09

This Q&A session covers a range of topics from firearms and gear to personal goals and life philosophy. The speaker discusses the viability of 6mm ARC versus 5.56 NATO for competition, highlighting cost and availability as key factors. He also touches on favorite gear, upcoming training classes, and his personal reflections on goal setting and priorities, emphasizing people over material possessions. The discussion includes insights into specific firearm components like barrels and optics, as well as personal reflections on faith and family.

Quick Summary

For competition shooting, 6mm ARC offers superior performance, but 5.56 NATO is more practical for most shooters due to lower ammunition cost, wider availability, and longer barrel life, allowing for more practice reps. The speaker emphasizes focusing on process goals and priorities, such as family time, over solely outcome-based achievements.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & 2025 Goals
  2. 00:30Favorite Person & Gear Regrets
  3. 01:08Upcoming Training Classes
  4. 01:50Ryan Day Contract Extension
  5. 02:24Excitement for 2025 (SHOT Show)
  6. 03:21Favorite Watch
  7. 03:456mm ARC vs 5.56 for Matches
  8. 05:35Gas Gun Show Involvement
  9. 07:14Best 4Runner Mod
  10. 07:50Scope Preferences (Razor HD 1-6x)
  11. 09:13Suns of Liberty vs Criterion Barrels
  12. 10:27Favorite Person to Talk To (Mike)
  13. 10:50Son James & Scripture
  14. 13:32Top 5 DFW Restaurants
  15. 14:19Review of 2024 Goals
  16. 17:222025 Match Plans
  17. 18:37Changes Coming to the Channel
  18. 18:53Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best caliber for competition shooting between 6mm ARC and 5.56 NATO?

For pure performance in competition, 6mm ARC is superior. However, 5.56 NATO is often more practical for most shooters due to its significantly lower ammunition cost, wider availability in stores and online, and longer barrel life, allowing for more practice reps.

What gear does Jimmy B Rodriguez regret buying?

Jimmy B Rodriguez doesn't regret getting rid of gear, but rather regrets buying gear that was a waste of time and money. He mentions night vision as a potential regret if not used sufficiently, but ultimately didn't regret parting with it as it sat unused in his safe.

What are Jimmy B Rodriguez's plans for shooting matches in 2025?

In 2025, Jimmy B Rodriguez plans to shoot PRS and gas gun matches, get back into pistol competitions, and potentially try two-gun and running gun events. He is focusing on process goals like consistent training over specific outcome-based goals.

What is the best modification for a 4Runner according to the speaker?

The best modification for the speaker's 4Runner is a small mount over the center console that holds an S-Pod and a phone. This setup acts as a heads-up display and makes it easier to operate devices without reaching down, enhancing convenience during drives.

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