The US Open in South Carolina!

Published on July 31, 2022
Duration: 23:06

The US Open 2022 at Back Woods Quail Club in South Carolina was a massive event featuring 1,400 targets and a significant prize fund. Key differences between UK and US clay shooting were highlighted, including lighter US clays and varied presentation styles. The speaker also discussed using Winchester AA shells and noted potential recoil differences due to heat and shell load.

Quick Summary

The US Open 2022 sporting clays competition took place at Back Woods Quail Club in South Carolina. Key differences noted included lighter US clay targets, varied presentation styles, and different ammunition velocity measurement standards (3 feet from muzzle in the US). Winchester AA shells were used, with potential recoil impact from heat.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the US Open 2022
  2. 02:14Gear and Registration
  3. 03:27Make-A-Break Challenge
  4. 05:21UK vs. US Clay Shooting Differences
  5. 07:14Ammunition and Recoil
  6. 08:03FITASC and Main Events

Frequently Asked Questions

Where was the US Open 2022 sporting clays competition held?

The US Open 2022 sporting clays competition was held in South Carolina at Rick Hemingway's Back Woods Quail Club. The event spanned hundreds of acres and featured extensive facilities for the large number of participants.

What are some key differences between UK and US clay shooting?

US clay targets are often lighter, affecting flight, and presentations frequently include more 'going away' targets. Additionally, US ammunition velocity is measured 3 feet from the muzzle, unlike the UK's 2.5-meter standard.

What ammunition did the speaker use at the US Open 2022?

Due to availability, the speaker used Winchester AA shells, specifically the 1250 FPS load with a 1 1/8 oz shot weight. He noted these shells seemed to have more recoil than his usual UK loads.

What was the scale of the US Open 2022 event?

The US Open 2022 was a massive event, featuring 1,400 registered targets over six days, utilizing hundreds of acres. It involved over 100 staff members and offered a prize fund exceeding a quarter of a million dollars.

Related News

All News →

More Range & Competition Videos You Might Like

More from TGS Outdoors

View all →