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You do learn a lot. For which I am very thankful. Watching some of these guys us newbies seem slow a molasses, but time will get us there eventually. Everyone has been very encouraging and willing to help you learn as well. If anyone comes out this Wednesday we were reminded to bring flashlights as it will be low light scenarios.

DMG wrote:TxDrifter was in my squad, and shot very well for his first time shotting IDPA, especially since we were shooting strong hand/weak hand; had a popper; and additionally used some targets with painted hard cover; things a "paper popper" rarely sees. He had some trouble with his gun, but after realizing that it had to be cleared "on the clock" did very well. IDPA can be a learning laboratory, finding out what equipment works and what does not. I would welcome him on my squad any time.

Thanks for the support.

I couldn't believe with my mag dropping out and shooting weak hand that I had no points down on that one. A long time on the clock though. I imagine with time and practice it will improve, but for now I will chalk it up to beginner's luck. After examining my gear, I found out what may have been part of my problem. First was new mags and I used the thinner of the two bumper pads which means it sets nearly flush to the magwell so I was just not seating them well enough. Second the magwell screw has worked loose, probably not attributing to that, but it is still something to be sure is maintained correctly. Probably the biggest though was being new at this and controlling the nervous energy, and I do mean nervous, not adrenaline rush.

I came to learn and I definitely am. The only way to improve is challenge yourself.

The blonde newbie with a 1911 Kimber. In answer to Compvest's question, both. :D Planning on being there Saturday morning too. I have a lot to learn though.

So this was very cool. Definitely adds an entirely new dimension to target shooting. For the first time my 1911 gave me a couple of problems, but I had new magazines, holster, and mag holders. I don't think that helped at all. I just concentrated on following the safety rules and hitting my targets. I thoroughly enjoyed the challenge of it and am planning on being there Saturday morning.

I'm not terribly close, but I have family in that area, so it is just a good excuse to visit them. It wouldn't be hard to twist my brother's arm to check it out either. LOL I am planning on going by there this evening if the weather holds out.

I take it, it does not matter on your handgun other than what they mentioned as serviceable and minimum caliber. Is a 3" .45 okay? I have a 5 inch also, but need a holster for it and I would rather gain more proficiency with my carry pistol though. Is a .380 auto acceptable? My fiance shoots that caliber, and she may not come at first, but may become interested later. I'm a lucky guy, she even goes to the range with me, how cool is that?

I was interested in this as well. I grew up in the area and my brother lives over there. What should we be expected to bring, besides the usual glasses, hearing protection, etc. How many magazines, amount of ammo, and such?