READY FOR 2026

This video demonstrates a cold start drill designed to assess shooting proficiency, even with physical limitations. Lucas Botkin, founder of T.REX ARMS, showcases a drill involving rapid fire at varying distances and target types. He emphasizes using cold start drills for a true measure of skill and provides a performance review based on target hits.

This guide details a faster weapon presentation technique taught by DJ Shipley of GBRS Group. It emphasizes moving from a true low ready and disengaging the safety as the weapon levels, integrating it into a single fluid motion for increased efficiency. This method is contrasted with slower, multi-step approaches, highlighting its application in real-world scenarios requiring rapid response.

This video demonstrates advanced winter range training techniques, emphasizing the use of tactical gear and firearms in adverse weather. Instruction covers movement and engagement from barricades, low-light operations with NVGs, and team coordination drills on steel targets. The content highlights the performance of equipment like AR-15s, Glocks, EOTech sights, and NVGs in challenging conditions, showcasing expertise from a professional firearms training context.

This video tests the penetration capabilities of various calibers against a boulder, culminating with the .50 BMG. While smaller calibers like .22 LR, 9mm, and .45 ACP caused minimal damage, larger rounds like 5.56mm and 12 gauge slugs began to chip the rock. The .308 and initial .50 BMG shots caused significant fragmentation but did not penetrate. A second .50 BMG shot successfully penetrated the boulder.

This expert guide from Tenicor details a critical AR-15 grip mistake that hinders recoil control. It emphasizes the 'grip and hang' technique, popularized by Frank Proctor, focusing on proper support hand pressure on the rail and a relaxed elbow to achieve efficient, linear pressure. This method is key for maintaining stability and reducing fatigue during shooting.

This guide details fundamental AR-15 shooting techniques for improved accuracy and control, as explained by an expert instructor. Key elements include proper stance, grip, rifle-to-shoulder contact, and avoiding common mistakes like the 'Detroit lean' and rifle cant. The instruction emphasizes a stable platform for effective recoil management and consistent shot placement.

This video from Achilles Heel Tactical, presented by Rick, offers five actionable tips to enhance pistol grip for improved shooting performance. It emphasizes moving beyond subjective rules to focus on mechanical principles, leverage, and relaxation. The instruction is geared towards intermediate shooters looking to refine their fundamentals and achieve greater control and speed.

This video showcases a large-scale, coordinated 'mag dump' event at Oakhaven Range, organized by Achilles Heel Tactical. It highlights the preparation and execution of synchronized mass firing, featuring a vehicle-mounted M134 Minigun and various other firearms. The event emphasizes professional range safety protocols and the use of advanced tactical equipment, demonstrating high-energy, intense, and celebratory tactical shooting community engagement.

This guide details a critical pistol shooting technique taught by Rick from Achilles Heel Tactical. It emphasizes the difficulty of pistol shooting and breaks down trigger manipulation into continuous and interrupted methods. The core principle is isolating the trigger finger to press the trigger straight back without disturbing the sights, a technique applicable to both one-handed and two-handed grips. The instruction highlights common errors like squeezing the entire grip and provides actionable steps for improvement through dry fire practice.

This video demonstrates an advanced 'full send' training drill from Achilles Heel Tactical, showcasing fluid weapon transitions between an AR-15 and a Glock-style handgun. The drill emphasizes a rapid speed reload on the rifle followed by a high-cadence engagement, highlighting expert recoil management and suppressor performance. Instruction is provided by a highly proficient tactical instructor.