GUNTALK S1: Competitve Shooting, Pt 4

Published on February 3, 2011
Duration: 5:59

This video provides instruction on essential IDPA shooting techniques, focusing on the concealed draw and efficient reloads. Champion shooter Rob Leatham demonstrates how to aggressively clear cover garments for both firearm and magazine access. The segment also highlights the critical difference between emergency and tactical reloads, emphasizing the emergency load for speed in competition and the importance of accuracy over pure speed in IDPA.

Quick Summary

In IDPA shooting, accuracy is paramount, with penalties for hits outside the central scoring zone. Champion shooter Rob Leatham advises aggressive cover garment clearing for a faster concealed draw and emphasizes using emergency loads when the firearm is empty to avoid procedural penalties and improve competitive times.

Chapters

  1. 00:07First IDPA Stage Attempt
  2. 00:18Rob Leatham's Coaching
  3. 00:31IDPA Concealed Draw Technique
  4. 01:07Reload Penalties and Techniques
  5. 01:38Accuracy vs. Speed in IDPA
  6. 02:26Demonstration Run
  7. 03:08Progress and Veteran Tricks
  8. 04:04Time Improvement
  9. 04:28Second Run
  10. 05:28Encouragement for Competition

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences between USPSA and IDPA shooting competitions?

USPSA primarily focuses on speed with accuracy as a secondary factor. IDPA, however, places a higher emphasis on accuracy, penalizing shooters for hits outside the scoring zones, making precision crucial for a good score.

How can I improve my concealed draw speed in IDPA?

Champion shooter Rob Leatham advises aggressively clearing your cover garment to access the firearm. Bring your hand behind the gun and use a slight hip jerk to help bring the firearm forward smoothly and quickly.

What reload technique is best for IDPA to avoid penalties?

In IDPA, avoid reloading when your firearm still has a round in the chamber, as this incurs a 3-second procedural penalty. Focus on either an emergency load (when empty) or a tactical load (when retaining a partially loaded magazine).

How does accuracy impact scoring in IDPA?

IDPA scoring adds time penalties for hits outside the central scoring zone. A hit in the 'one' zone adds 0.5 seconds, and a hit in the 'two' zone adds 1.5 seconds, making it beneficial to slow down for precise shots.

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