Tactical Games: Austin, TX

This video covers Day 2 of the Tactical Games Florida 2019 event, detailing various shooting stages and physical challenges. It highlights competitor experiences, including the challenges of shooting under physical exertion, managing equipment in adverse conditions, and the importance of camaraderie. The event featured rifle and pistol engagements at various distances, rope climbs, farmers carries, sandbag and sled drags, and a unique low-crawl stage with a water jug.

This video covers Day 1 of the Tactical Games in Florida, 2019, detailing three competitive shooting and physical endurance events. The competitor, Ivan from Kit Badger, shares his experiences, challenges, and performance across various stages involving carrying heavy loads, shooting from multiple positions with both rifle and pistol, and navigating obstacle courses. He highlights specific gear used, such as the Sig P365XL and a fanny pack holster, and discusses the difficulties of shooting with iron sights at extended distances.

This video documents participants' experiences at the Tactical Games, highlighting challenges like gear failures, physical fatigue, and mental breakdowns. It provides insights into specific shooting stages, malfunction clearing techniques for pistols, and the physical demands of the competition. The participants share lessons learned, emphasizing the importance of preparation and adapting to unexpected issues.

This video introduces the Tactical Games (TTG) competition format, emphasizing its 50/50 split between fitness and shooting. National Champion Jacob Heppner explains how stages tax the nervous and cardiovascular systems to test shooting accuracy under stress. The scoring system penalizes missed shots, highlighting the importance of controlled accuracy over raw speed. The guide details target types, scoring objectives, and the concept of aiming for 80% capacity and accuracy during training.

The Tactical Games have evolved significantly since their inception, offering a well-executed competition that balances strenuous physical challenges with shooting proficiency. The event now features a structured timetable, improved scorekeeping, and a clear division hierarchy catering to various skill levels, including Masters and Elite categories. While the 'tactical' moniker primarily refers to the gear, the competition emphasizes shared effort and camaraderie among participants, making it a unique and fun experience for those who enjoy both physical exertion and shooting.

This video covers Day 1 of the 2019 Tactical Games in North Carolina, detailing several challenging stages that combine shooting with intense physical exertion. The competitor, Ivan from Kit Badger, describes stages involving pistol shooting at 50 yards, sled drags, rope climbs, sandbag carries over obstacles, and rifle engagements at various positions. He highlights the physical demands and strategic considerations of each stage, offering insights into his performance and the overall event experience.

This guide details the technique for firing the Micro Uzi in full-auto, as demonstrated by Dave Merrill and Dave Rhoden on RECOILtv. It emphasizes proper grip, stock usage, and recoil management due to the firearm's high cyclic rate (1250 RPM). The instruction highlights the effectiveness of the compensator ports in controlling muzzle rise during intense firing sequences.

This video provides an expert-level look inside a real Ukrainian arms room in 2024, showcasing a diverse array of weaponry from Soviet-era relics to modern Western platforms. Host Iain Harrison, RECOIL's editor, details the logistical shift towards NATO standards and highlights specific weapon systems in use by Ukrainian forces in Eastern Ukraine. The entry emphasizes the practical application and integration of various firearms and munitions in a high-intensity conflict zone.

This entry details the extensive career of Billy Waugh, a legendary figure in US special operations and intelligence. It covers his early life, military service in Korea and Vietnam with Special Forces and SOG, pioneering HALO jump techniques, and advanced intelligence gathering operations in Africa. Waugh's expertise in clandestine surveillance, tracking high-value targets like Carlos the Jackal and Osama bin Laden, and utilizing night operations in challenging environments is highlighted.

This guide details the field stripping and basic operation of the PKM machine gun, as demonstrated by Iain Harrison of RECOILtv. It covers disassembly steps including barrel and bolt carrier group removal, as well as loading and unloading procedures. Harrison, an expert with high authority, highlights the PKM's Soviet construction and unique feeding mechanism compared to Western designs.