Practical Pistol Show 206

Published on August 3, 2017
Duration: 34:23

This episode of the Practical Pistol Show features a discussion on firearm selection, grip techniques, and strategies for advancing from B Class in USPSA. Instructors Ben Stoeger, Matt Hopkins, and Tim Heron offer advice on choosing a production pistol, emphasizing grip consistency and recoil management. They also detail training methodologies for dry fire and live fire, focusing on breaking down skills like the draw and reload, and encouraging shooters to embrace mistakes in practice to accelerate improvement and move beyond the B Class plateau.

Quick Summary

To advance from B Class in USPSA, focus on breaking down fundamental skills. In live fire, prioritize recoil management for faster splits. In dry fire, work on speed drills like the draw stroke and reloads, analyzing each component. Embrace making mistakes in practice to learn from them and push beyond your comfort zone.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Guests
  2. 01:34Question: Firearm Choice and Grip for Production Division
  3. 03:33Advice on Grip and Firearm Selection
  4. 06:02Discussion: When to Switch Firearms
  5. 08:26Question: Waiting for Poppers to Fall
  6. 12:05Scenario-Dependent Poppers and Activators
  7. 15:19Confirming Hits on Difficult Poppers
  8. 16:46Question: Training for B Class Advancement
  9. 17:32Advice for B Class Shooters: Dry Fire vs. Live Fire
  10. 20:16Challenges of Breaking Out of B Class
  11. 21:03Common Issues for Stuck B Class Shooters
  12. 22:14Embracing Mistakes in Practice
  13. 23:07Common B Class Shooter Profile
  14. 24:08Pushing Beyond Comfort Zones
  15. 25:03Recoil Control and Aiming Differently
  16. 29:30Focusing on Process Over Results
  17. 30:00Benchmark Skills and Relaxation
  18. 32:34Practical Drill: Trigger Control Demonstration
  19. 34:05Conclusion and Next Episode Preview

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best advice for a USPSA shooter stuck in B Class?

To advance from B Class, focus on breaking down fundamental skills. In live fire, prioritize recoil management for faster splits. In dry fire, work on speed drills like the draw stroke and reloads, analyzing each component. Crucially, embrace making mistakes in practice to learn from them and push beyond your comfort zone.

Should I switch firearms if I have grip issues with my current pistol?

If you're experiencing grip issues, try experimenting with different grip techniques and panels first before switching guns. Ensure any modifications comply with division rules. If you're already considering a new gun, it's often better to switch sooner to train with the platform you prefer.

How should I handle poppers in a competition stage?

For standard poppers, call your shot and move. However, for difficult poppers (e.g., 25-yard mini poppers) or those that activate other targets, it's acceptable to pause briefly (2-3 seconds) to confirm the hit visually or audibly. For very long-range poppers, confirming the hit is essential before moving.

What are key training differences between dry fire and live fire for improvement?

Dry fire should focus on speed and breaking down fundamental actions like the draw and reloads to achieve benchmark times. Live fire should focus on recoil management and pushing your speed beyond comfort levels. By intentionally shooting fast and analyzing the resulting errors, you can identify and correct technique flaws.

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