Re: Sept Rayners Long Range Rifle Match *OHIO*
Super day for a match. Nice overcast skys and and everchanging wind to really make ya think and or guess on how to hold for each shot. Really do love the additional targets to give more options on what to shoot for the varying point values. Rayners Range is now officially a 1000 yard range with the addition of an 8" circle at 1000 yards. That'll add to the challenge I'm sure.
Nice turnout also, seen a few new faces but hard to get around to watch others and chat during the match. Anyone not tried it yet you are missing a great time. Challenging and a great learning experience for long range shooting. Don't be bashful, we all are learning each time we send one downrange.
My real only claim to fame for a personal victory was first round hits on both the 900 and 990. Figuring out my elevations has taken most of the summer but still have no clue how you all figure that everchanging wind. Dale T shot before me this month and helped pass along some wind info but it was changing nearly every shot which made for a tough day for everyone. Dale usually kicks my butt but was kind enough this month to let me slip by him.
I still rely on a SWAG if I can't see anything else to go by. Sometimes right, most times wrong
Did have a couple shooters ask about my weird looking mount on my "short stick". Kinda goes to show ya don't have to follow the crowd and shoot the same stuff as everyone else to have fun and be competitive.
Thanks Tom and Carolyn for a great time and letting us use your beautiful property to have such an enjoyable time.
Topstrap (Dennis K)