Former Chandlerite here, and Mesa native.
Sorry about y’alls weather, both that it’s so bloody hot, and that you kinda got screwed out of having the temps above 110 for the entire month of July, that would have been pretty cool. Or hot. Or whatever lol.
I hear 4PP puts on a good match, but if you can get in, the AZLRPRS match (used to be at Cowtown but that may have changed?) is amazing. Lots of great people willing to help out and you can stretch out to 1000+.
You have good taste, too. I used to have an AIAT but had to let it go to help cover some expenses several years ago. I miss it! I think AI makes the best field rifle money can buy. The FN SPR I run now is no slouch but it’s not as smooth as the AI action, doesn’t have a 2-stage trigger, and lacks the sex appeal of the thumbhole chassis. If you can find one, do it! I’m starting to think I may shake up my collection to allow me to get another. They’re that good!