COMPETITION SHOOTING?!

Published on July 21, 2024
Duration: 34:10

This video explores the potential for competition shooting using a Canik Rival SFX. The presenter, new to organized competition, practices various drills including holster draws, single and double taps, target transitions, and movement between targets, all timed with a shot timer. The focus is on assessing the firearm's suitability as an entry-level competition platform and the presenter's own aptitude for the sport.

Quick Summary

The Canik Rival SFX is highlighted as a budget-friendly entry-level competition firearm, featuring a flared magwell and extended magazine release. The presenter practices various drills like holster draws, double-taps, and target transitions, noting the importance of recoil control and proper footwork. Challenges with optic visibility and holster position are discussed, suggesting potential areas for improvement.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Competition Shooting
  2. 00:29Considering Competition Shooting
  3. 00:36Examining the Canik Rival SFX
  4. 01:53Decision to Try Competition
  5. 02:26Introducing the Canik Rival SFX
  6. 03:00Canik Rival SFX Features
  7. 04:01Optic Setup: Vortex Viper
  8. 04:41Budget-Friendly Competition Gun
  9. 05:32Canik Box Contents
  10. 06:02Budget Competition Gear
  11. 06:30First Shots from Holster
  12. 07:22Holstering and Aiming Practice
  13. 08:00Optic Visibility Issues
  14. 08:16Drawing and Firing Practice
  15. 09:09Holster Position Considerations
  16. 10:37Praise for Canik Triggers
  17. 11:02Holster Draw Preference
  18. 11:38Improving Draw Technique
  19. 12:04Canik for Competition?
  20. 13:09Timed Drills Begin
  21. 13:38First Timed Single Shots
  22. 14:18Timed Drill Performance
  23. 15:55More Timed Single Shots
  24. 16:33Best Single Shot Time
  25. 17:37Target Zone Analysis
  26. 17:43Transition Drills
  27. 18:03Transitioning Between Targets
  28. 18:32First Transition Drill Results
  29. 19:18Transition Drill Times
  30. 20:22Growing Confidence in Competition
  31. 20:42Double Tap Drills
  32. 21:04Double Tap Setup
  33. 21:20Firearm Smoothness
  34. 21:46First Double Tap Practice
  35. 22:09Double Tap Practice Results
  36. 22:20Recoil Control Focus
  37. 23:07Grip Adjustment
  38. 23:16Double Tap Practice Continues
  39. 23:53Maintaining Control During Double Taps
  40. 24:41Improved Double Tap Accuracy
  41. 25:05Sweating and Effort
  42. 25:29Double Tap Practice Conclusion
  43. 25:41Moving Between Targets
  44. 26:13Moving and Shooting Drill
  45. 26:24Starting Movement Drill
  46. 26:50Footwork and Movement
  47. 27:12Hitting Both Targets
  48. 27:21Footwork Analysis
  49. 27:55Movement Drill Times
  50. 28:09Finding the Dot While Moving
  51. 28:21Obstacles in Competition
  52. 29:30Best Movement Time
  53. 30:03Motivation to Compete
  54. 30:36Final Movement Round
  55. 31:07Self-Assessment for Competition
  56. 31:31Desire for Training
  57. 32:01Day's Assessment
  58. 32:32The Shot Timer as Competitor
  59. 32:51Is This an Entry-Level Competition Gun?
  60. 33:03Canik Rival SFX as Entry-Level
  61. 33:23Future Optic Change
  62. 33:43Call to Action: Competition Summer
  63. 33:58Closing Remarks and Safety

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Canik Rival SFX suitable for competition shooting?

The Canik Rival SFX is considered a good entry-level competition firearm due to its budget-friendly price point and features like a flared magwell, extended magazine release, and slide cuts designed to improve shooting dynamics and reduce felt recoil.

What are the key drills practiced in the video for competition shooting?

The video demonstrates practicing holster draws, single shots, double-taps, transitioning between multiple targets, and moving between targets while engaging them, all timed with a shot timer to measure performance.

What challenges did the presenter face with their optic during competition practice?

The presenter found the Vortex Viper optic's dot difficult to see, even at higher brightness settings. This issue suggests that the optic might need adjustment or replacement for optimal competition performance.

What advice is given regarding holster position for competition?

The presenter noted that their current holster position required body rotation to acquire the firearm. They suggest that a lower holster position, perhaps near the top of the thigh, could facilitate a more efficient and direct draw.

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