Why I Chose THIS Handgun for Nationals (It's Not What You Expect)

This video explains the strategy behind practical shooting competitions, focusing on hit factor scoring (points divided by time). Instructor Joel Park advises most shooters to aim for Alpha and close Charlie hits without shooting so slowly that they sacrifice speed. He emphasizes that raw speed without accuracy, or perfect accuracy without speed, can both lead to losing. For advanced shooters, the strategy involves fine-tuning based on target difficulty and distance, but for the majority, focusing on consistent, fast A/C hits is key.

This video explores whether a competition pistol inherently makes a shooter better, concluding that while it enhances performance with that specific firearm, it may not translate to other guns due to differences in triggers and sight radii. The HK VP9L is used as an example, highlighting features like its longer sight radius, lighter trigger, and extended slide as contributing factors to improved accuracy and shooting experience in a competition context.

Ben Stoeger discusses his evolving thoughts on CZ firearms, particularly the Shadow 2, and its place in competition shooting. He emphasizes the importance of reliable ammunition and practical modifications like reach reduction kits, while cautioning against excessive trigger work that can compromise reliability. The video also touches on comparisons with Tanfoglio pistols and the nuances of ammunition choice for competitive use.

This guide, from an expert competitive shooter, covers preparing a CZ Shadow 2 for competition, focusing on ammunition choices for practice versus matches, and understanding the platform's specific features like its DA/SA action and flat safeties. It highlights the importance of reliable feeding with reloads and using factory ammo for unbiased reviews.

This video captures a significant personal moment for competitive shooter Lena Miculek, a proposal at a shooting range. While not instructional, it showcases Lena's professional competition attire and the presence of renowned shooters like Jerry Miculek, highlighting the community and environment of competitive shooting sports. The event is a personal milestone rather than a technical demonstration.

This video showcases a challenging stage from the Race Gun Nationals 2025, featuring Lena Miculek demonstrating expert technique on a swinging platform. The focus is on high-speed target acquisition and precise shooting from an unstable, dynamic position, highlighting the advanced skills required for competitive shooting. Miculek's professional execution provides valuable insights for advanced competitors looking to improve their performance under pressure.

This guide details the technique for a quad-wield rapid fire demonstration using two Arsenal Firearms AF2011-A1 pistols, as showcased by Jerry Miculek. It covers the setup, firing sequence, and recoil management required to achieve an extremely high rate of fire. The demonstration highlights the unique characteristics of the double-barreled .45 ACP pistol, emphasizing the significant firepower and specialized handling needed for such a feat. Instruction is provided by a professional speed shooter, indicating an advanced skill level is required.

This guide details the techniques used by Jerry Miculek to achieve world-record speed shooting times. It emphasizes rapid firing with an 8-shot revolver, precise trigger control, efficient reloading, and the use of professional timing equipment to measure progress. Instruction is provided by an expert with demonstrated world-class shooting mechanics.

This guide details the quad-loading technique for shotguns, as demonstrated by World Champion Lena Miculek. It focuses on using a high-capacity shell caddy to load four rounds simultaneously into the receiver, a method that revolutionized competitive shotgun sports by drastically increasing reload speed. The technique, when mastered, allows shooters to become highly competitive and efficient during stages.

This guide details the high-speed shotgun reloading technique demonstrated by Jerry Miculek, focusing on the Mossberg 930 JM Pro. It covers the importance of speed in competition, the specific modifications used, and the technique of reloading while keeping the gun shouldered. Instruction from a professional competition shooter highlights the critical nature of efficient reloads in shotgun sports.