I am going to be controversial here.
Here are some of my problems with the common gun games. Games are fun for sure and I have nothing against those that like to play them.
Any performance type shooting that I do I want it to reflect how I would defend myself under real conditions and not learn bad habits.
Carry-from IDPA rules
First of my problems-
8.5.1.19 Not Permitted (Non-Inclusive list):
8.5.1.19.1 Cross-draw carry
8.5.1.19.2 Shoulder holsters
8.5.1.19.3 Small of the back carry
8.5.1.19.4 Appendix carry
8.5.1.19.5 Pocket carry
Three of the modes of my common carry methods are outlawed. I carry concealed which means the gun is on the inside of the belt under my shirt if it is on my waist and it is either in the small of back or appendix. Never done it but ankle holsters are used also by many. We do live in the south and clothing is minimal. On some occasions it will be in my pocket in a holster. Ambidextrous gun use to clear corners is not encouraged, but I guess you can do it anyway if you want. No point are given for it.
The IDPA scenarios that I participated encourage aggressiveness. You have a defined problem and you had to kill the bad guys. LEOs are supposed engage since it is their job. No way in real life would I ever openly engage armed assailants if I could flee the other way. Except to defend a loved one. Ambushing scenario stages were not set up and if you are going to engage in combat it is the preferred method of dealing with intruders on your property and home intruders. Retreating technique is not taught. Never give an opponent a chance to kill you. Call 911 and let the cops do the killing if possible. If you do face an opponent it should be done getting off the x. Maybe you guys do get off the x, I do not know for sure. The most important thing in a gunfight is not to get shot.
I am in the process of equipping my guns with RMRs or maybe even the new leupold when it possible. These cost way more than an OEM Glock. Below is a DP pro mounted on a 1911 by onesourcetactical. At close ranges these of course are not needed, but do I want to train using them also.
I am looking for training that is useful and so it looks like I will have to do it by myself which is not the best way to do it. If someone has constructive suggestions I will pay a lot of attention to such.
Here are some of my problems with the common gun games. Games are fun for sure and I have nothing against those that like to play them.
Any performance type shooting that I do I want it to reflect how I would defend myself under real conditions and not learn bad habits.
Carry-from IDPA rules
First of my problems-
8.5.1.19 Not Permitted (Non-Inclusive list):
8.5.1.19.1 Cross-draw carry
8.5.1.19.2 Shoulder holsters
8.5.1.19.3 Small of the back carry
8.5.1.19.4 Appendix carry
8.5.1.19.5 Pocket carry
Three of the modes of my common carry methods are outlawed. I carry concealed which means the gun is on the inside of the belt under my shirt if it is on my waist and it is either in the small of back or appendix. Never done it but ankle holsters are used also by many. We do live in the south and clothing is minimal. On some occasions it will be in my pocket in a holster. Ambidextrous gun use to clear corners is not encouraged, but I guess you can do it anyway if you want. No point are given for it.
The IDPA scenarios that I participated encourage aggressiveness. You have a defined problem and you had to kill the bad guys. LEOs are supposed engage since it is their job. No way in real life would I ever openly engage armed assailants if I could flee the other way. Except to defend a loved one. Ambushing scenario stages were not set up and if you are going to engage in combat it is the preferred method of dealing with intruders on your property and home intruders. Retreating technique is not taught. Never give an opponent a chance to kill you. Call 911 and let the cops do the killing if possible. If you do face an opponent it should be done getting off the x. Maybe you guys do get off the x, I do not know for sure. The most important thing in a gunfight is not to get shot.
I am in the process of equipping my guns with RMRs or maybe even the new leupold when it possible. These cost way more than an OEM Glock. Below is a DP pro mounted on a 1911 by onesourcetactical. At close ranges these of course are not needed, but do I want to train using them also.
I am looking for training that is useful and so it looks like I will have to do it by myself which is not the best way to do it. If someone has constructive suggestions I will pay a lot of attention to such.