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Re: Florida: Anyone up for Bradford tomorrow?
It's east of I-75 between Gainsville and Lake City. I have never been there but looks like a nice little range! I would be down to try it out sometime, its about 2 hours north of where I live.
BAM226...The only nice range in S. Florida that I know of is Manatee Gun Range.
It's east of I-75 between Gainsville and Lake City. I have never been there but looks like a nice little range! I would be down to try it out sometime, its about 2 hours north of where I live.
BAM226...The only nice range in S. Florida that I know of is Manatee Gun Range.
Re: Florida: Anyone up for Bradford tomorrow?
To be more precise on its location it's about a 15 minute drive from Starke and I want to say 1hr 15 minutes from Jax. I made it out there for qual day last Saturday. They make you qualify before issuing a card for its use so don't drive there expecting to shoot the long range unless you do it on a day they're having a qual. The qual involves nothing more that doping your rig at 600 and 800 yds to ensure you can at least get on paper.
POC is Rick Pisano and you can contact him through his web site at ruashooter.com. Rick is a nice guy who's unlikely to ever buy another Chevy LOL (long story)
If you're going to shoot there, steel is the way to go and your stands need to be somewhat tall since you're shooting from atop a sand berm shooting slightly downward. This angle makes too easy for rounds to skip the over berm if your stands are too short. That and there is a slight knoll at about 300 yds that obstructs your targets if too low. YOu can shoot from benches or prone.
As most Floridians know, mirage can be wicked and its tough to see bullet holes beyond 600 yds with even the best of spotters so shooting paper beyond 600 isn't the best idea. If you're shooting paper you can see holes easier on white than on black so white paper plates on craft paper might make a good target.
To be more precise on its location it's about a 15 minute drive from Starke and I want to say 1hr 15 minutes from Jax. I made it out there for qual day last Saturday. They make you qualify before issuing a card for its use so don't drive there expecting to shoot the long range unless you do it on a day they're having a qual. The qual involves nothing more that doping your rig at 600 and 800 yds to ensure you can at least get on paper.
POC is Rick Pisano and you can contact him through his web site at ruashooter.com. Rick is a nice guy who's unlikely to ever buy another Chevy LOL (long story)
If you're going to shoot there, steel is the way to go and your stands need to be somewhat tall since you're shooting from atop a sand berm shooting slightly downward. This angle makes too easy for rounds to skip the over berm if your stands are too short. That and there is a slight knoll at about 300 yds that obstructs your targets if too low. YOu can shoot from benches or prone.
As most Floridians know, mirage can be wicked and its tough to see bullet holes beyond 600 yds with even the best of spotters so shooting paper beyond 600 isn't the best idea. If you're shooting paper you can see holes easier on white than on black so white paper plates on craft paper might make a good target.
Re: Florida: Anyone up for Bradford tomorrow?
I'm anxious to visit Bradford. I hear nothing but good things about the facilities and people.
I'm anxious to visit Bradford. I hear nothing but good things about the facilities and people.
Re: Florida: Anyone up for Bradford tomorrow?
Why steel?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BattleAxe</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
If you're going to shoot there, steel is the way to go and your stands need to be somewhat tall since you're shooting from atop a sand berm shooting slightly downward. t. </div></div>
Why steel?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BattleAxe</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
If you're going to shoot there, steel is the way to go and your stands need to be somewhat tall since you're shooting from atop a sand berm shooting slightly downward. t. </div></div>
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jAXDIALATION</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Why steel? </div></div>
You don't <span style="font-style: italic">have </span>to shoot steel. It's just that mirage is fierce in Florida particularly when the morning steam is rising from the ground and its tough to see bullet holes no matter how good your spotter is. On a good day with a good spotter you can see them at 600 but you can forget about it at 800. The day I went down for the qual there were at least 6 spotters on the line and some were high-dollar units...no one could see squat at 800 and we had to drive down range between shooters.
If you go down for the qual you'll shoot paper and they'll have everything set up. I prefer steel because the round makes a quarter sized mark on the plate which is way easier to see than a hole on paper.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jAXDIALATION</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Why steel? </div></div>
You don't <span style="font-style: italic">have </span>to shoot steel. It's just that mirage is fierce in Florida particularly when the morning steam is rising from the ground and its tough to see bullet holes no matter how good your spotter is. On a good day with a good spotter you can see them at 600 but you can forget about it at 800. The day I went down for the qual there were at least 6 spotters on the line and some were high-dollar units...no one could see squat at 800 and we had to drive down range between shooters.
If you go down for the qual you'll shoot paper and they'll have everything set up. I prefer steel because the round makes a quarter sized mark on the plate which is way easier to see than a hole on paper.
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I am in Jax and will be headed down there sometime in the near future. I will have to qualify first and I have only been able to go to 200 so far at ACSR in St. Aug (and that is being set up way back on the drive) It has to be a solid hour and a half from where I live, maybe a shade more, but would be worth it just to see what my rig will do at longer distances.
I am in Jax and will be headed down there sometime in the near future. I will have to qualify first and I have only been able to go to 200 so far at ACSR in St. Aug (and that is being set up way back on the drive) It has to be a solid hour and a half from where I live, maybe a shade more, but would be worth it just to see what my rig will do at longer distances.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Jammyband</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have only been able to go to 200 so far at ACSR in St. Aug (and that is being set up way back on the drive) </div></div>
I used to shoot there. Not many options at 200 yds. I used to shoot from positions in the woods when no one was there. Shooting from that road sucked. They've been saying that all these things are supposed to happen at that range but it's been a foot-dragger waiting for it and I don't think I'll renew my membership. You should try Gateway off of 103'd St...much nicer setup.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Jammyband</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have only been able to go to 200 so far at ACSR in St. Aug (and that is being set up way back on the drive) </div></div>
I used to shoot there. Not many options at 200 yds. I used to shoot from positions in the woods when no one was there. Shooting from that road sucked. They've been saying that all these things are supposed to happen at that range but it's been a foot-dragger waiting for it and I don't think I'll renew my membership. You should try Gateway off of 103'd St...much nicer setup.
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In Florida heat steel is your friend. With stiff mirage bullet holes are hard to see on paper. Besides, dosent everyone love the sound of steel getting smacked? I do!!
Bradford is a nice range.
You guys just hold on. We got a 1K range coming close t St. Augustine in the near future!!!!!
In Florida heat steel is your friend. With stiff mirage bullet holes are hard to see on paper. Besides, dosent everyone love the sound of steel getting smacked? I do!!
Bradford is a nice range.
You guys just hold on. We got a 1K range coming close t St. Augustine in the near future!!!!!
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: .257</div><div class="ubbcode-body">You guys just hold on. We got a 1K range coming close t St. Augustine in the near future!!!!! </div></div>
Who, what, why, when, where, how?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: .257</div><div class="ubbcode-body">You guys just hold on. We got a 1K range coming close t St. Augustine in the near future!!!!! </div></div>
Who, what, why, when, where, how?
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why=its fun to shoot 1000 yards
how=probably some brush and tree clearing, bulldoze a berm, and set up the benches.
what=1000 yard range
Where= near St. Augustine
who = who cares?
when = never seen a range get built anywhere near the time estimates. IF the rumor is "soon" that's even worse. figure a year at least.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Who, what, why, when, where, how? </div></div>
why=its fun to shoot 1000 yards
how=probably some brush and tree clearing, bulldoze a berm, and set up the benches.
what=1000 yard range
Where= near St. Augustine
who = who cares?
when = never seen a range get built anywhere near the time estimates. IF the rumor is "soon" that's even worse. figure a year at least.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Who, what, why, when, where, how? </div></div>
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I'm just getting into precision rifles, but would like try shooting some steel out at the Bradford range one day.....By the way, do they have steel there or do you need your own?
I'm just getting into precision rifles, but would like try shooting some steel out at the Bradford range one day.....By the way, do they have steel there or do you need your own?
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BattleAxe</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I'm heading out to Bradford to try out the new 850yd range. Haven't been there in a few years so it should be a blast.
Anyone going to be thre?</div></div>
So how did you like it?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BattleAxe</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I'm heading out to Bradford to try out the new 850yd range. Haven't been there in a few years so it should be a blast.
Anyone going to be thre?</div></div>
So how did you like it?
Re: Florida: Anyone up for Bradford tomorrow?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Trovan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">So how did you like it? </div></div>
Given there are no options for shooting past 200 yards anywhere close I'd say its outstanding. If I had only one complaint it would be that (at least at first glance) shooting prone isn't an option if others are using the benches since you'd have to line up in the weeds in front of the bench area. I'd imagine you could try to set up between the benches on the concrete but I'm not sure if there's enough room.
I've only been there once since my initial qual trip and had the range to myself that day so there were no issues at all. It would be nice if they had target boards that could be stood up in ground fittings like they have at Gateway so those without steel have some target options. Their stands for shooting paper are tanks and appear difficult to move if you're alone. I'm making a target stand out of PVC that's easily carried so I can set up paper at 600 and plates at 800.
Overall I can't complain...shooting at 200 gets boring quick so Bradford is a breath of fresh air.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Trovan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">So how did you like it? </div></div>
Given there are no options for shooting past 200 yards anywhere close I'd say its outstanding. If I had only one complaint it would be that (at least at first glance) shooting prone isn't an option if others are using the benches since you'd have to line up in the weeds in front of the bench area. I'd imagine you could try to set up between the benches on the concrete but I'm not sure if there's enough room.
I've only been there once since my initial qual trip and had the range to myself that day so there were no issues at all. It would be nice if they had target boards that could be stood up in ground fittings like they have at Gateway so those without steel have some target options. Their stands for shooting paper are tanks and appear difficult to move if you're alone. I'm making a target stand out of PVC that's easily carried so I can set up paper at 600 and plates at 800.
Overall I can't complain...shooting at 200 gets boring quick so Bradford is a breath of fresh air.
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I shoot there a lot but i wanted to get your perspective. I agree with everything you said. I will talk to them about the target stands that you mentioned. Thats a good idea. I take my own steel but it would be nice if they had a few pieces permanently set up.
Check out ruashooter.com. This is the site where the matches that are shot there are announced. Consider shooting in a match. Good bunch of people willing to helpmeach other. No pretentious shooters. Matches are fun to shoot and everyone has a good time
I shoot there a lot but i wanted to get your perspective. I agree with everything you said. I will talk to them about the target stands that you mentioned. Thats a good idea. I take my own steel but it would be nice if they had a few pieces permanently set up.
Check out ruashooter.com. This is the site where the matches that are shot there are announced. Consider shooting in a match. Good bunch of people willing to helpmeach other. No pretentious shooters. Matches are fun to shoot and everyone has a good time
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I really need to get out there and qualify now that the stick is finally complete. it's just such a P.I.T.A. scheduling a time to get qual'd
I really need to get out there and qualify now that the stick is finally complete. it's just such a P.I.T.A. scheduling a time to get qual'd
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ss10ring</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I really need to get out there and qualify now that the stick is finally complete. it's just such a P.I.T.A. scheduling a time to get qual'd </div></div>From my understanding they run quals on Sat and Sun mornings at 0830. You don't need your own targets for the qual.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ss10ring</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I really need to get out there and qualify now that the stick is finally complete. it's just such a P.I.T.A. scheduling a time to get qual'd </div></div>From my understanding they run quals on Sat and Sun mornings at 0830. You don't need your own targets for the qual.
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I'm heading to Bradford one early sometime this long weekend.
I bought my own steal from a sponsor here.
Everyone I've met at BSF has been good people.
I'm heading to Bradford one early sometime this long weekend.
I bought my own steal from a sponsor here.
Everyone I've met at BSF has been good people.
Re: Florida: Anyone up for Bradford tomorrow?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jAXDIALATION</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I'm heading to Bradford one early sometime this long weekend.
I bought my own steal from a sponsor here.
Everyone I've met at BSF has been good people. </div></div>
I can do Sunday if you want to meet up.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jAXDIALATION</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I'm heading to Bradford one early sometime this long weekend.
I bought my own steal from a sponsor here.
Everyone I've met at BSF has been good people. </div></div>
I can do Sunday if you want to meet up.
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Absolutely, see you there Sir.
John's my name. I'll be there early to get set up with my Toyota SUV.
Absolutely, see you there Sir.
John's my name. I'll be there early to get set up with my Toyota SUV.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jAXDIALATION</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Absolutely, see you there Sir.
John's my name. I'll be there early to get set up with my Toyota SUV. </div></div>
Done deal. I'll be driving a red Dodge dually 4X4.
Dave
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jAXDIALATION</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Absolutely, see you there Sir.
John's my name. I'll be there early to get set up with my Toyota SUV. </div></div>
Done deal. I'll be driving a red Dodge dually 4X4.
Dave
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R-U-A shooter Link
Here are some dates for other
upcoming events.
(NOTE, round count and rules on some of these will be posted at a later date)
7/30/11 Precision long range sniper match
In this event shooter will engage targets out to 850 yards shooting from various posititions and
ranges. All stations will have a time limit and any shots after the time will inccur a penality of 10 seconds. The round count will be approx. 50 rifle and 24 handgun.
8/6/11-- Benchrest match, shooters will engage IBS targets for score at 100 and 200 yards. IBS rules will apply to this. note this will not be a sanctioned match as I want to work out the kinks before I do a fully sanctioned IBS match.
8/20/11-- Tactical multi-gun, in this event the shooters will be utilizing three different weapons, carbine, shot gun and handgun. round count will be posted at a later date
9/10/11--600 yard Benchrest match, This will be our first sanctioned IBS matchs. All score and information will be sent into IBS for official records, all rifles , rest and other shooting apparitus will need have to meet IBS rules and regulations.
10/23/11--2nd annual 3 day tactical sniper match.- This event will be much like last year but with a tactical type scenario thrown in, all stations will have a time limit and some will not be just a, "get in a basic shooting positon' and shoot but will have to figure out which position will best for completeing the shot successfully. Much like we had in our Boggy Creek/LEO fund raiser event . Some more challenging shots including some night shooting on friday night. The basic schedule has also changed as follows, friday 10/23--final registration will be at 7:00pm, shooters will need to be there for the safety briefing, meeting of the range officials and then when the sun sets we will start engaging steel targets from 300 yards and closer,( night vision equip. will not be needed or allowed) all targets will be visible either by a lumenesent paint or a small amount of incadisent light . The final round count will be posted at a later date. Registration will be available on the BSF web-page there is a minimum of 20 shooters required and a max of 30. Registration will be required no later than 9/31/11.
11/19/11-- IBS sanctioned 100, 200 and 300 yard match. All IBS rules and regulations will apply to all IBS members/shooters that wish to have their scores recorded by IBS.
12/3/11-- Tactical carbine/handgun. In this event we will be using semi-auto carbines and handguns. Round count will be posted at a later date with more details.
12/17/11-- Sniper/spotter sniper match. In this event there will be a designated spotter and sniper. The sniper will be required to make the longer shots but in situations required by the different stations the spotter will be required to make the shot. The spotter will also be engaging targets with a carbine at shorter a distance, both spotter and sniper will engage targets with their handguns. at the end of the course they will be required to make a tactical retreat after retrieving a simulated " wounded comrade"
R-U-A shooter Link
Here are some dates for other
upcoming events.
(NOTE, round count and rules on some of these will be posted at a later date)
7/30/11 Precision long range sniper match
In this event shooter will engage targets out to 850 yards shooting from various posititions and
ranges. All stations will have a time limit and any shots after the time will inccur a penality of 10 seconds. The round count will be approx. 50 rifle and 24 handgun.
8/6/11-- Benchrest match, shooters will engage IBS targets for score at 100 and 200 yards. IBS rules will apply to this. note this will not be a sanctioned match as I want to work out the kinks before I do a fully sanctioned IBS match.
8/20/11-- Tactical multi-gun, in this event the shooters will be utilizing three different weapons, carbine, shot gun and handgun. round count will be posted at a later date
9/10/11--600 yard Benchrest match, This will be our first sanctioned IBS matchs. All score and information will be sent into IBS for official records, all rifles , rest and other shooting apparitus will need have to meet IBS rules and regulations.
10/23/11--2nd annual 3 day tactical sniper match.- This event will be much like last year but with a tactical type scenario thrown in, all stations will have a time limit and some will not be just a, "get in a basic shooting positon' and shoot but will have to figure out which position will best for completeing the shot successfully. Much like we had in our Boggy Creek/LEO fund raiser event . Some more challenging shots including some night shooting on friday night. The basic schedule has also changed as follows, friday 10/23--final registration will be at 7:00pm, shooters will need to be there for the safety briefing, meeting of the range officials and then when the sun sets we will start engaging steel targets from 300 yards and closer,( night vision equip. will not be needed or allowed) all targets will be visible either by a lumenesent paint or a small amount of incadisent light . The final round count will be posted at a later date. Registration will be available on the BSF web-page there is a minimum of 20 shooters required and a max of 30. Registration will be required no later than 9/31/11.
11/19/11-- IBS sanctioned 100, 200 and 300 yard match. All IBS rules and regulations will apply to all IBS members/shooters that wish to have their scores recorded by IBS.
12/3/11-- Tactical carbine/handgun. In this event we will be using semi-auto carbines and handguns. Round count will be posted at a later date with more details.
12/17/11-- Sniper/spotter sniper match. In this event there will be a designated spotter and sniper. The sniper will be required to make the longer shots but in situations required by the different stations the spotter will be required to make the shot. The spotter will also be engaging targets with a carbine at shorter a distance, both spotter and sniper will engage targets with their handguns. at the end of the course they will be required to make a tactical retreat after retrieving a simulated " wounded comrade"
Re: Florida: Anyone up for Bradford tomorrow?
Come out and shoot in the match Saturday. Battleaxe, lets see that new GAP. Will be a good match for that rifle. everything is 600 yds and in this time.
Good bunch of guys shoot in these mayches. All about having fun. It would be nice to see some new faces.
Come out and shoot in the match Saturday. Battleaxe, lets see that new GAP. Will be a good match for that rifle. everything is 600 yds and in this time.
Good bunch of guys shoot in these mayches. All about having fun. It would be nice to see some new faces.
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Hey everyone not to hijack anyone's thread but I would like to know where everyone normally shoots, along with the possibility of meeting up with a few people to get started and have some pointers.
Thanks,
Ryan
Hey everyone not to hijack anyone's thread but I would like to know where everyone normally shoots, along with the possibility of meeting up with a few people to get started and have some pointers.
Thanks,
Ryan
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Trovan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Come out and shoot in the match Saturday. Battleaxe, lets see that new GAP. Will be a good match for that rifle. everything is 600 yds and in this time.</div></div>
I had an unfortunate change of plans. My truck shit a water pump the other day and I lost a whole day out of my schedule so I had to take a job this Saturday. I'm pretty pissed but nothing I can do. I had to drive this rental Chevy Traverse and I feel ...violated. I'm probably going to try to get out there on Sunday though cause I really want to shoot. I'll have my own private little match.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Trovan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Come out and shoot in the match Saturday. Battleaxe, lets see that new GAP. Will be a good match for that rifle. everything is 600 yds and in this time.</div></div>
I had an unfortunate change of plans. My truck shit a water pump the other day and I lost a whole day out of my schedule so I had to take a job this Saturday. I'm pretty pissed but nothing I can do. I had to drive this rental Chevy Traverse and I feel ...violated. I'm probably going to try to get out there on Sunday though cause I really want to shoot. I'll have my own private little match.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Vapor13</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Hey everyone not to hijack anyone's thread but I would like to know where everyone normally shoots, along with the possibility of meeting up with a few people to get started and have some pointers. Thanks, Ryan </div></div> I shoot at Gateway locally off 103rd St. There's a range in St Aug but its a bit "iffy" in some departments. I drive to Bradford usually twice a month for long range work. Rumor has it that a 1K range will be opening in Hastings in a few months and I'll be camping at the gate when that place opens. A bit shorter drive than Starke.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Vapor13</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Hey everyone not to hijack anyone's thread but I would like to know where everyone normally shoots, along with the possibility of meeting up with a few people to get started and have some pointers. Thanks, Ryan </div></div> I shoot at Gateway locally off 103rd St. There's a range in St Aug but its a bit "iffy" in some departments. I drive to Bradford usually twice a month for long range work. Rumor has it that a 1K range will be opening in Hastings in a few months and I'll be camping at the gate when that place opens. A bit shorter drive than Starke.
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Ok thanks BattleAxe still piecing my stuff together but should be fully operational in a couple weeks depending on when certain items ship. But when I do get it all set we should go out shooting sometime, lol I could use all the help I can get.
Ok thanks BattleAxe still piecing my stuff together but should be fully operational in a couple weeks depending on when certain items ship. But when I do get it all set we should go out shooting sometime, lol I could use all the help I can get.
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Battleaxe, too bad about the truck. Maybe we will see you next time. Be sure to block off your calendar for the october event. Lastmyear it was a lot of fun
Battleaxe, too bad about the truck. Maybe we will see you next time. Be sure to block off your calendar for the october event. Lastmyear it was a lot of fun
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Trovan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Battleaxe, too bad about the truck. Maybe we will see you next time. Be sure to block off your calendar for the october event. Lastmyear it was a lot of fun </div></div>I'm already thinking about the October event. Not sure if I want to make the drive every day or see if there's a motel nearby. Only way I'll miss it is if I'm bleeding through my eyes.
There's always the off chance that my Saturday gig will cancel and I can still make it this weekend but I'm not going to hold my breath.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Trovan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Battleaxe, too bad about the truck. Maybe we will see you next time. Be sure to block off your calendar for the october event. Lastmyear it was a lot of fun </div></div>I'm already thinking about the October event. Not sure if I want to make the drive every day or see if there's a motel nearby. Only way I'll miss it is if I'm bleeding through my eyes.
There's always the off chance that my Saturday gig will cancel and I can still make it this weekend but I'm not going to hold my breath.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Vapor13</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Ok thanks BattleAxe still piecing my stuff together but should be fully operational in a couple weeks depending on when certain items ship. But when I do get it all set we should go out shooting sometime, lol I could use all the help I can get. </div></div>Its a rare weekend that I don't shoot at least once. Just send me a PM if you wanna meet up.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Vapor13</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Ok thanks BattleAxe still piecing my stuff together but should be fully operational in a couple weeks depending on when certain items ship. But when I do get it all set we should go out shooting sometime, lol I could use all the help I can get. </div></div>Its a rare weekend that I don't shoot at least once. Just send me a PM if you wanna meet up.
Re: Florida: Anyone up for Bradford tomorrow?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BattleAxe</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Trovan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Battleaxe, too bad about the truck. Maybe we will see you next time. Be sure to block off your calendar for the october event. Lastmyear it was a lot of fun </div></div>I'm already thinking about the October event. Not sure if I want to make the drive every day or see if there's a motel nearby. Only way I'll miss it is if I'm bleeding through my eyes.
There's always the off chance that my Saturday gig will cancel and I can still make it this weekend but I'm not going to hold my breath. </div></div>
There is a new "Sleep Inn" in Waldo that was advertised to have good rates if you shooting the event last year. On Friday (1st night of the October shoot) there is a night fire exercise. You may want to spend the night then and go home on Saturday to make the drive just once in the morning on Sunday. Thats what i may do. I am on Fleming Island so it doesnt take as long to get there as other J'ville folks.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BattleAxe</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Trovan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Battleaxe, too bad about the truck. Maybe we will see you next time. Be sure to block off your calendar for the october event. Lastmyear it was a lot of fun </div></div>I'm already thinking about the October event. Not sure if I want to make the drive every day or see if there's a motel nearby. Only way I'll miss it is if I'm bleeding through my eyes.
There's always the off chance that my Saturday gig will cancel and I can still make it this weekend but I'm not going to hold my breath. </div></div>
There is a new "Sleep Inn" in Waldo that was advertised to have good rates if you shooting the event last year. On Friday (1st night of the October shoot) there is a night fire exercise. You may want to spend the night then and go home on Saturday to make the drive just once in the morning on Sunday. Thats what i may do. I am on Fleming Island so it doesnt take as long to get there as other J'ville folks.
Re: Florida: Anyone up for Bradford tomorrow?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Trovan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">There is a new "Sleep Inn" in Waldo.... </div></div>
My apologies to anyone that lives there BUT...Were the founders of that town smoking crack when deciding on a name? Was BillyBob-ville already taken? Was deliverance filmed there? Maybe this explains a town with maybe 2 miles of roadway and a police force of 15 cruisers all parked along 301 waiting to give tickets for left handed nose picking in a right handed nose picking lane.
LOL seriously...that sounds like a good plan Trovan.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Trovan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">There is a new "Sleep Inn" in Waldo.... </div></div>
My apologies to anyone that lives there BUT...Were the founders of that town smoking crack when deciding on a name? Was BillyBob-ville already taken? Was deliverance filmed there? Maybe this explains a town with maybe 2 miles of roadway and a police force of 15 cruisers all parked along 301 waiting to give tickets for left handed nose picking in a right handed nose picking lane.
LOL seriously...that sounds like a good plan Trovan.
Re: Florida: Anyone up for Bradford tomorrow?
Make sure all of you local guys sign up for the 3 day match on 21-23 October. Fun event. This is the 2nd annual.
Friday is a night shoot exercise. Saturday is all day with half the day in the woods and icludes pistol. The other half day is longer working in from 850. Sunday is various distances on the 850 range.
Sign up now at http://www.bsfshootingsports.com/Events/
$110 for the weekend. I am told this will include a shirt, prizes and possibly a meal or two. $40 holds your spot now. More info is posted on http://www.ruashooter.com/2nd-Annual-3-day-sniper-event.html
sign up and support our local event. only 30 spots available. Anyone can enter. We had guys as far as Alabama and Miami last year
Make sure all of you local guys sign up for the 3 day match on 21-23 October. Fun event. This is the 2nd annual.
Friday is a night shoot exercise. Saturday is all day with half the day in the woods and icludes pistol. The other half day is longer working in from 850. Sunday is various distances on the 850 range.
Sign up now at http://www.bsfshootingsports.com/Events/
$110 for the weekend. I am told this will include a shirt, prizes and possibly a meal or two. $40 holds your spot now. More info is posted on http://www.ruashooter.com/2nd-Annual-3-day-sniper-event.html
sign up and support our local event. only 30 spots available. Anyone can enter. We had guys as far as Alabama and Miami last year
Re: Florida: Anyone up for Bradford tomorrow?
I started a thread for this event in the competition section here....
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2713278&#Post2713278
So hopefully we can get some questions answered.
I started a thread for this event in the competition section here....
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2713278&#Post2713278
So hopefully we can get some questions answered.
Re: Florida: Anyone up for Bradford tomorrow?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kstraughen</div><div class="ubbcode-body">where is Bradford?
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About 15 minutes fron Starke and about 1.5 hrs from Jax
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kstraughen</div><div class="ubbcode-body">where is Bradford?
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About 15 minutes fron Starke and about 1.5 hrs from Jax
Re: Florida: Anyone up for Bradford tomorrow?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kstraughen</div><div class="ubbcode-body">where is Bradford?
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Bradford is the name of the county. The town is called Graham. About 5-6 miles west of route 301, south of Starke, FL
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kstraughen</div><div class="ubbcode-body">where is Bradford?
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Bradford is the name of the county. The town is called Graham. About 5-6 miles west of route 301, south of Starke, FL
Re: Florida: Anyone up for Bradford tomorrow?
Sounds inviting Dave. Sunday is usually best for me.
But it's too early to call.
It would be fun to set up our Barretts and see if we can bang the steel to the beat of the Marines Hymm
Thanks again for introducing me to a fine weapon!
Sounds inviting Dave. Sunday is usually best for me.
But it's too early to call.
It would be fun to set up our Barretts and see if we can bang the steel to the beat of the Marines Hymm
Thanks again for introducing me to a fine weapon!
