Finnish Brutality 2018: Stage 1 - Weighted Drag & Rifle Burpees!

Published on September 13, 2018
Duration: 14:41

This video details Stage 1 of the Finnish Brutality 2018 competition, featuring a demanding weighted drag and rifle burpee sequence. The stage emphasizes physical exertion and precise shooting under pressure, with penalties for missed shots. Instruction from InRangeTV hosts Ian McCollum and Karl Kasarda highlights the challenges and strategic considerations of this unique two-gun action challenge format.

Quick Summary

Stage 1 of Finnish Brutality 2018 features a demanding weighted drag of 100 lbs (45 kg) and rifle burpees, requiring competitors to engage steel targets from prone. A 60-second penalty is assessed for missing the 50-meter rifle shot. Gear issues, like accidental Glock magazine ejections, were noted.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Introduction & Sponsor: Varusteleka
  2. 00:19InRangeTV & Finnish Brutality Overview
  3. 00:41RK92 Rifle & Varusteleka Gear
  4. 01:12TST Division Rules Explained
  5. 01:48Iron Sights & Finnish Weather Conditions
  6. 02:49Match Stages Overview (Day 1)
  7. 03:07Two Gun Action in Finland vs. Arizona
  8. 03:36Stage 1 Walkthrough: Weighted Drag
  9. 03:57Stage 1 Walkthrough: Rifle Burpees
  10. 04:15Stage 1 Walkthrough: Pistol Transition
  11. 04:37Ian's Run Through Stage 1
  12. 07:18Karl's Run Through Stage 1
  13. 10:22Stage 1 Debrief & Gear Issues
  14. 12:22Stage Philosophy & Day 1 Wrap-up

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key components of Stage 1 at Finnish Brutality 2018?

Stage 1 of Finnish Brutality 2018 involves a weighted drag of 100 pounds (45 kg) using a rope, followed by rifle burpees where competitors engage steel targets from prone. It concludes with a pistol transition to engage remaining targets.

What are the penalties for missing targets in Finnish Brutality Stage 1?

Missing the rifle target at the 50-meter intermediary cone in Stage 1 incurs a 60-second penalty. Missing pistol targets also carries penalties, though not explicitly detailed for the pistol portion in this segment.

What gear challenges were encountered during Finnish Brutality Stage 1?

Competitors experienced issues with Glock magazine releases, specifically accidental ejections during prone movements due to extended releases and flexible Kydex holsters. This highlights the importance of reliable gear in demanding stages.

What division was used for the two-gun action challenge at Finnish Brutality?

The two-gun action challenge at Finnish Brutality was conducted under the TST Division rules, which mandate carrying 25 pounds of gear, including a knife and a filled canteen, adding a significant physical load.

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