Category Archives: Tips

One way to build Steel Challenge targets

Posted on January 24, 2010 by

Brian, Daniel Evans, and I made a field trip to Las Vegas today to examine how they run the Steel Challenge.   Of particular interest was how their targets are put together. Here is a typical Steel Challenge stage, in this … Continue reading →

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Tip: Setting up Squads on the Palm

Posted on January 6, 2010 by

As many of you know, I hate the way EZWinScore handles squad assignment. Most of you aren’t where you can see the computer screen, but my grimace as I repeatedly try to move shooters around probably sends a clear message. … Continue reading →

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BrianEnos.com – read it

Posted on December 5, 2009 by

Q: What is the best resource for USPSA/IPSC/3-Gun shooting on the net? A: www.brianenos.com Brian Enos is a legend in practical shooting.  And his website is now the central gathering place for USPSA and practical shooters in America and the world. … Continue reading →

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Video Tips from Personal Shooting Coach

Posted on December 5, 2009 by

I regularly troll the Internet for shooting tip videos and other ways to improve Brian’s and my shooting.  Going forward I’ll try to remember to post them here, for all to enjoy and learn from.  If you want to see … Continue reading →

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StageScore Tip: Randomizing shooting order

Posted on November 22, 2009 by

Here is how you can use the Palm scoring software (StageScore) to randomize your shoot order each stage. After locking the stage you are about to shoot, choose Enter Scores from the main menu. You will see the list of … Continue reading →

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DQ Etiquette

Posted on October 5, 2009 by

Brian & I shot a USPSA match in Las Vegas this Sunday.   As we fought our way south against hefty winds, we were wondering “is this a good idea???”…. but it turned out okay. Yes, the wind howled early on, … Continue reading →

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Adam’s winning edge

Posted on September 22, 2009 by

  Adam Mann won Stage 1 this weekend (and the match as well).  Ad hoc analysis of videos from the stages show that the biggest factor was his shot splits – very fast.  Those of us shooting uncompensated guns probably … Continue reading →

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