AZ Independence Day Rifle Match - 2016 - Stage 2

Published on August 2, 2016
Duration: 4:35

This video details Stage 2 of the 2016 AZ Independence Day Rifle Match, a challenging course requiring rapid engagement of 16 targets at 60 yards, followed by a return trip under a table. The stage highlights the importance of perseverance when facing difficult targets and equipment choices, with the speaker sharing lessons learned about sight selection for scoped rifles in dynamic shooting scenarios.

Quick Summary

Stage 2 of the 2016 AZ Independence Day Rifle Match involved engaging 28 targets at 60 yards, requiring competitors to crawl under a table between shooting positions. A key lesson learned was that aperture sights with scopes can hinder target acquisition by reducing peripheral vision, suggesting V-express sights might be a better choice for dynamic shooting.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Stage 2
  2. 00:07Stage 2 Course Description
  3. 00:15Target Engagement and Movement
  4. 00:38Total Hits and Course Difficulty
  5. 01:32Target Issues and Perseverance
  6. 01:52Sight Selection Lessons Learned
  7. 02:16Impact of Sight Choice on Performance
  8. 02:42Conclusion and Learning from Matches

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the objective of Stage 2 at the 2016 AZ Independence Day Rifle Match?

Stage 2 required competitors to engage 4 mini IPSC plates at approximately 60 yards from each of 4 cones, totaling 16 hits. After crawling under a table, they had to repeat this process for 3 more cones, bringing the total to 28 hits.

What physical challenges were involved in Stage 2 of the rifle match?

Competitors had to ground their rifle on a table and then crawl underneath it to advance to the next shooting position. This maneuver was repeated for both the initial engagement sequence and the return trip.

What common mistake did the speaker identify regarding sight selection in this match?

The speaker noted that using a 200-yard aperture sight with a mounted optic made target acquisition difficult due to a constricted sight picture. This choice obliterated peripheral vision, hindering the ability to quickly find targets downrange.

What alternative sight setup might be better for scoped rifles in dynamic shooting?

For scoped rifles in dynamic scenarios, a V-shaped express sight, similar to an HK V-Express Sight, is suggested. This type of sight can be more effective when looking through scope rings as it helps retain peripheral vision, aiding target acquisition.

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