How to Shoot Uphill & Downhill | Ryan Cleckner’s Tips For Shooting at an Angle

This episode of Wind Call Wednesday introduces a challenge where viewers must judge wind speed and direction based on mirage to make an accurate wind call for a shooter. The video details the specific rifle, ammunition, and atmospheric conditions used, emphasizing that wind flags can be unreliable. Instruction is provided by an expert from Ghost Firearms Training LLC.

This video tests the accuracy of shooting three different firearms – Jeffforce Arms Jawbone, Girsan Witness Match X 2011, and North American Arms Recluse – without using iron sights. The results show varying degrees of success, with the Jawbone and Witness Match X 2011 achieving 2 out of 3 hits, while the Recluse only managed 1 out of 5. The test highlights the challenge and potential limitations of point-shooting with different firearm types.

This video demonstrates the proper technique for firing a bolt-action rifle, specifically the B4 Armory CSS, in a prone position. It highlights smooth bolt manipulation for cycling rounds and confirms successful hits on a TA Targets steel target. The visual evidence showcases the rifle's takedown design and the quality of the Schmidt & Bender optic.

This video challenges the perceived divide between competitive and tactical shooting, arguing that both disciplines share the core goal of accurate and fast target engagement. Instruction from an experienced shooter emphasizes that principles learned in competitive shooting, such as precise aiming and speed, are directly transferable to tactical situations. The key takeaway is to integrate marksmanship and tactical training, avoiding pigeonholing one's practice to a single application.

This guide details a long-range shooting session focusing on zeroing the Vector Continental 2-12 scope and comparing the ballistic performance of different 5.56mm ammunition types. It highlights the importance of proper zeroing procedures, utilizing ballistic calculators, and understanding how ammunition changes affect holdovers. The instructor, an experienced hobbyist, self-critically analyzes personal errors in zeroing and technical failures with apps, emphasizing lessons learned for future range trips.

This expert-level guide from Farewell Firearms Training emphasizes the critical concept of rifle optic offset and its impact on shot placement. Instructor demonstrates how to accurately call shots by focusing on where the aiming point lifts during recoil, rather than the trigger pull itself. This technique is crucial for understanding ballistics, especially at close distances where the 3-inch offset significantly affects the point of impact.

This drill focuses on improving pistol accuracy by isolating trigger anticipation. By firing a single live round and immediately following with a dry fire, shooters can identify muzzle movement caused by flinching or anticipating recoil. Practicing this at distance, like 40 yards, provides clear feedback on trigger control and sight alignment.

Understanding Minute of Angle (MOA) is crucial for accurate long-range shooting. MOA is an angular measurement, approximately 1 inch at 100 yards, that increases linearly with distance. This concept simplifies scope adjustments for bullet drop and windage, allowing shooters to precisely compensate for gravity's effect on trajectory. Proper zeroing and understanding scope click values are key to achieving consistent accuracy.

Ryan Cleckner highlights stability as paramount for long-range shooting, recommending shooting bags for a consistent platform. He stresses focusing on the reticle for sight picture and maintaining steady trigger pressure through the shot with follow-through. Proper scope setup is crucial to avoid 'scope shadow' and ensure accurate point of impact.

Proper rifle scope mounting is crucial for accuracy and shooter comfort. This guide emphasizes fitting the scope to the individual shooter, ensuring a natural cheek weld and eye alignment. Key steps include secure ring installation, achieving correct eye relief, leveling the reticle, and focusing the ocular lens for a clear sight picture.