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

Published on September 13, 2018
Duration: 14:41

This guide details Stage 1 of the Finnish Brutality 2018 competition, a challenging two-gun drill combining a weighted drag with rifle burpees and pistol transitions. Expertly demonstrated by InRangeTV hosts Ian McCollum and Karl Kasarda, the stage emphasizes resource management and accurate shooting under physical duress. The drill requires competitors to overcome physical exertion while maintaining precision with both rifle and pistol.

Quick Summary

Finnish Brutality Stage 1 is a demanding two-gun drill featuring a 100-pound weighted drag and rifle burpees. Competitors must engage steel targets with both rifle and pistol after significant physical exertion, with penalties for missed shots. The TST Division also requires carrying 25 pounds of additional gear.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Introduction & Sponsor
  2. 00:19InRangeTV & Finnish Brutality
  3. 00:41RK92 Rifle & Varusteleka Gear
  4. 01:12TST Division Rules
  5. 01:48Iron Sights & Finnish Weather
  6. 02:49Match Stages Overview
  7. 03:07Two Gun Action in Finland
  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
  12. 07:18Karl's Run
  13. 10:22Stage 1 Debrief & Mag Issues
  14. 12:22Stage Philosophy & Wrap-up

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stage 1 of the Finnish Brutality 2018 competition?

Stage 1 involves a weighted drag of 100 pounds of kettlebells, followed by rifle burpees engaging steel targets, and concluding with pistol transitions to engage further targets. It's designed to be physically demanding and test shooting skills under duress.

What are the key challenges in Finnish Brutality Stage 1?

The primary challenges include the physical exertion from the weighted drag and rifle burpees, the accuracy required for rifle shots at 50 meters, and managing potential equipment malfunctions like accidental magazine releases during dynamic movements.

What gear is required for the TST Division in Finnish Brutality?

Competitors in the TST Division must carry approximately 25 pounds of gear, including a knife, gloves, and a filled canteen, in addition to their firearms and standard competition equipment.

What common gear issues were observed during Finnish Brutality Stage 1?

Shooters experienced accidental magazine releases with Glock 17 pistols, attributed to the combination of extended magazine releases and flexible Kydex holsters, especially when transitioning to prone positions.

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