The Royal Berkshire Shooting School - The Clay Tour 2022

Published on July 15, 2022
Duration: 26:31

This video documents a clay shooting handicap challenge at the Royal Berkshire Shooting School. It highlights various shooting stands, demonstrating techniques for different clay types including incomers, loopers, driven birds, and sim pairs. The participants discuss the handicap system, the importance of adapting to wind and clay speed, and the mental aspect of competition shooting, offering insights into improving scores through consistent practice and strategic target engagement.

Quick Summary

The Royal Berkshire Shooting School offers a handicap challenge where scores are adjusted to create a fair competition. Shooters are given a handicap based on their experience, with non-members having unknown challenging stands. Key techniques involve adapting to clay speed, wind, and mastering paired targets by engaging the midi first and maintaining gun speed.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction to Royal Berkshire Shooting School
  2. 00:52The Clay Handicap Challenge Explained
  3. 02:51Stand 1: Simple Pair
  4. 05:07Stand 2: Sport Track
  5. 07:06Stand 3: Sporting Stand
  6. 08:48Stand 4: Awkward Angle Target
  7. 09:15Stand 5: Grouse Flush
  8. 11:57Stand 6: Sim Pair of Loopers
  9. 14:08Stand 7: Big Incomer and Partridge
  10. 15:14Stand 8: Favorite Target of the Course
  11. 16:15Stand 9: Going Away and Crosser
  12. 18:18Stand 10: Rhythmic Pair
  13. 20:08Stand 11: Final Stand - Driven Birds
  14. 24:24Score Reveal and Handicap Results
  15. 25:15Conclusion and Royal Berkshire Shooting School Review

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the handicap system at the Royal Berkshire Shooting School?

The Royal Berkshire Shooting School uses a handicap system to level the playing field in their clay shooting challenge. For CPSA members, it's based on their average score. Non-members are placed on the RBSS system, with specific stands kept secret, and their performance on easy, mediocre, and hard targets determines their handicap, with a maximum of 45 for beginners.

What are the key techniques for shooting paired clay targets?

When shooting sim pairs, it's generally advised to engage the midi target first, as it often requires slightly more lead. It's crucial to maintain consistent gun speed and avoid rushing the shot, waiting for the correct moment to engage each target for optimal success.

How does wind affect clay shooting, and how should shooters adapt?

Wind can significantly alter the trajectory of clay pigeons, especially on exposed stands. Shooters must be aware of the wind's direction and strength, as it can cause clays to hold up or drift unexpectedly. Adapting involves adjusting lead and timing to compensate for these wind-induced changes.

What makes the grouse flush stand challenging?

The grouse flush stand is challenging due to the fast, furious, and unpredictable nature of the clays coming down a bank. It demands high gun speed, precise attention to the clay's line, and quick visual tracking to successfully hit these targets.

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