Of course, we are. And why not? That was our intention right…that’s why we’re out here…to break the target. Social sporting clays shooters will be happy with 1 X here and there. Many of us, however, want XXXXXX. That changes things for us. While an X can be (and should be) gratifying…will that X lead you to more Xs? Good question. If the X was the accidental result of a swing error…it’s doubtful more Xs will follow because an inconsistent swing just can’t be dependable. X00XX0. Random gun movement (RGM) just can’t deliver XXXX reliably…and it won’t. Top sporting clays shooters intentionally reduce random gun ...
Do you feel you are a better sporting clays shooter than your score sheet shows? Are you tired of letting your dogs down in the hunting field? Are ready to take the mystery out of your inconsistent shooting? Rules of Engagement by Daniel Schindler"The problem with being self-taught usually begins with the teacher." For those who tire of the self-taught route, before calling an Instructor to inquire about fees, scheduling and such, here are a few suggestions from someone who's many times been both a student and teacher.For an Instructor working with a corporate or social group, it's all about safety and providing entertainment. Formal instruction is not on the menu. Wingshooting ...
Recoil - Consider the Consequences It was a bright, sunny day in early 2006 and my practice session was going exceptionally well. Looking into the sky I was startled to see a very large, black, shadowy mass...which disappeared when I closed my left eye. I stopped shooting and called my eye doctor, Michael Holmes, MD who said come in now. Immediately.The bad news, my retina had partially detached. The good news, laser surgery could re-attach it, restoring my left eye's vision to 100%. Had the retina completely detached, the outcome would have been much worse. Fully recovered, I'm grateful for the great care I received and the technology available. Vision in both eyes is holding at ...
Very understandably, many shooters believe the “breakpoint" is the most important “place” on the target’s flight path. After all . . . that’s where the target is hit or missed. So their point appears justified. However . . . I believe something critically important has been overlooked. Here is the question: Way back in the very beginning of your swing movement . . . if your bird/barrel “relationship" is incorrect . . . why would that relationship be correct later in the swing at the breakpoint? If the swing starts incorrectly . . . why would it end correctly at the breakpoint? It’s way back in the beginning of the ...
Competent, personal instruction will never be one-size fits all. It can’t be. No two shooters are ever the same. Goals differ. Skills differ. Personal habits and traits differ. Confidence levels go from one end of the spectrum to the other. Equipment selections vary greatly; some being an asset, some not. And none of these differences have touched on physical issues that may be affecting my student’s shooting. While instruction may be universal in a few regards . . . much of it isn’t. Effective instruction will always be a unique combination of A) Instructor skills and B) student willingness to adjust to change. A) is defined by competence, including ...