Top products from r/CompetitionShooting
We found 33 product mentions on r/CompetitionShooting. We ranked the 63 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. loglife Tactical Magazine Pouch Pistol Bag Multi-Angle Speed Molle Holster Mag Pouch for IPSC USPSA IDPA Competition 1.5'' Belt (Black) (3PCS BK)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 3
Fits Single Stack And Double Stack Magazines,Ambidextrous design for Left/Right Handed user.Light weight, ABS Polymer strong and durable material. Designed for the Competitive Edge Expected by the Best.Fits mags for STI, SV, Para, Caspian, Bul M5, Kimber Hi Cap, all Small Framed Glock, HK USP Pist...
2. Dry-Fire Training: For the Practical Pistol Shooter
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 3
5. Uncle Mike's Kydex Off-Duty and Concealment Accessory Double Stack Double Mag Case (Black) with Belt Loop
Sentiment score: -1
Number of reviews: 1
Same protection as your firearmPaddle design for versatility and easy removalOpen top designFits belt loops up to 1-3/4 or clips over a waistbandInternal tensioning device assures your magazine are as secure as your firearmDouble magazine caseDouble row belt model
6. TACwolf 4 Pack Magazine Pouch IWB Inside Waistband Pistol Handgun for Concealed Carry Universal Single Double Stack Mags for Glock Sig Sauer S&W Springfield XD Ruger 9mm/.45
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Holster made with soft neoprene and leather which is sweat proof also easy to the skin and with linen inside for maximum mag protectionSecure steel belt clip: The IWB concealment mag pouch is with strong and durable metal clip and support keeps it hooked on your dress belt or gun belt for concealed ...
7. Safariland 773 Competition Magazine Pouch STX Black Laminate LH Size 4
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Built-up channel for Clearance of the bullet during the drawAdjustable to any angle within a 90 degree range; Allows for fast and smooth reloadsFits the Glock 17, 19, S&W M&P 9mm, 40 S&W, Springfield XDM 9 & 40, and Sig P2022Tension screws keep the mag pouch secureProvides the durability and ruggedn...
8. 464 Brass Round Rod, Unpolished (Mill) Finish, H02 Temper, ASTM B21, 0.3125" Diameter, 12" Length
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
464 brass, also known as naval brass, has high corrosion resistance, especially to salt water, and provides good strengthMeets ASTM B21 specificationsUnpolished (mill) surface has no finishH02 temper has been cold worked to a 1/2 hard temperStandard tolerance
9. Dr. Scholl's DreamWalk Rub Relief Strips (Pack of 2)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Pack of 2 stripsSoft foam strips cushion sensitive spots to help prevent rubbing and blistersEasy-to-use dispenser cuts strips to any length without the need for scissorsUp to 5 feet of cushiony foam; Won't slip off when walkingCustom strips fit anywhere inside shoes; can be removed without damage t...
10. OPTX 20/20 HYDROTAC Stick-on Bifocal Lenses +250
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Small curved lenses fit inside your favorite pair of glassesTrim to fit your glassesRemovable and reusableApplies easily with water
11. Howard Leight by Honeywell Impact Sport Sound Amplification Electronic Shooting Earmuff, Classic Green (R-01526)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Built-in directional microphones amplify range commands and other ambient sounds to a safe 82 dB, providing more natural listening and enhanced communicationActively listens and automatically shuts off amplification when ambient sound reaches 82 dB; Noise Reduction Rating (NRR): 22Features low profi...
12. Wiha 36233 TorxPlus Screwdriver with SoftFinish Handle, IP10 x 80mm
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Round blades of Wiha exclusive CRM-72 tool steelPrecision machined exact fit torx plus tipsMicron vapor hard chromed finishErgo handle shape with SoftFinish cushion gripGuaranteed quality, made by Wiha
13. 3M Reader's Safety Glasses,+1.5 Diopter, Clear Lens Bifocal lens
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Fully adjustable temple lengthLens angle adjustableAdjustable nose bridgeFully adjustable glasses with high styleMeets ANSI Z87.1 and CSA Z94.3 safety standards
14. BLACKHAWK! Serpa 413514BK-R Holster H&K USP 9mm,0.40 cal Gun Metal Grey
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Fits HandK USP Full Size 9/40Passive retention detent adjustment screwImmediate retention and audible click upon re-holster for securityFits HandK USP Full Size 9/40Gunmetal gray holster body with black SERPA Auto Lock releasePassive retention detent adjustment screwImmediate retention and audible c...
15. Mastery: The Keys to Success and Long-Term Fulfillment
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Mastery The Keys to Success and Long Term Fulfillment
16. IronMind Expand-Your-Hand Bands 10 Pack: Kiss Elbow Pains Goodbye - Prevent, Rehab, Reduce Pain from Tennis Elbow, Carpal Tunnel. Authentic, Original, Effective.
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Promotes hand health through muscle balance hand exercise bandsPrevents, reduces, or cures pain from nerve damage, arthritis, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel, or repetitive stressFocuses on extensors, maximizing hand strengthBands offer five levels of resistance, color-coded for ease of use, two full se...
17. PROHANDS Gripmaster Hand Exerciser, Finger Exerciser (Hand Grip Strengthener), Spring-Loaded, Finger-Piston System, Isolate and Exercise Each Finger, (9 lb Heavy Tension, Black-Gripmaster)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
THE ORIGINAL SPRING-LOADED HAND & FINGER EXERCISER: Prohands is used by professional athletes, world-class musicians, and as a rehabilitation tool. Made from high-quality components ABS plastic, stainless steel springs and FDA-approved santoprene.STRENGTH, POWER & ENDURANCE FOR ATHLETES: Exercise ea...
For videos, 3GM provides a solid overview of the fundamentals. You get to see three top GMs: Saul Kirch (Open), Max Michel Jr. (Limited) and Angus Hobdell (Production) explain and demonstrate grip, stance, trigger control, and the like. 3GM-2 gets into more advanced technique like barricades, SHO/WHO, shooting on the the move. The Matt Burkett videos are also pretty good, but I prefer the 3GM series.
Sadly, none of these videos explain the importance of gripping the shit out of the pistol with your support hand.
Book wise, I'd get the BS combo pack. Practical Pistol covers technique in detail while the other two books explain live- and dry-fire practice. His video does a good job closing the feedback loop between dry-fire, live-fire, and matches. Ben is to be commended for laying out a good skill development process—do X, Y, and Z and you'll get better. I don't think he hits on the importance of missing enough.
All this covers shooting skills, but none of this covers competition, which is a completely different thing. The closest thing today is With Winning in Mind. I'm trying to convince a buddy of mine that he needs to write this book…
I'd suggest you re-asses your priorities.
You are just starting out in competition. That's great! You're going to have a lot of fun!
However, you'll be shooting against folks who've been playing this game for a while. You're not going to come in, sweep the field, and come home with a first place trophy, a new car, and a magnum of champagne.
If you aren't shooting to win, that means you need a different set of goals. Here's your 3 goals for the first few matches you shoot:
That's it. Until you get used to the range commands, safety procedures, engagement order, reload with retention, emergency reload, blah blah blah, those 3 things are more important than your score, or even your hits. You need to get good at the game before you can become competitive, and there's no substitute for experience.
What this means is your firearm choice doesn't matter. You can go out there with a $100 meme high-point and achieve your inaugural goals just as well as you could with a $6000 custom Ajax 2011. So take your G43 out.
Get a kydex holster and 2-4 mag holsters from Amazon today. It's $40 and you'll have them in plenty of time for this weekend. Feel free to go fancy and get better gear, but that $40 I linked will get you started.
Now that you have a line on the gear you need, no excuses, get out there this weekend. But the only IDPA match is 100 miles away? Drive. You haven't taken the safety class yet? That's your task this weekend. The only safety class is 100 miles away? You know what to do. No excuses.
For bonus points, you'll be shooting in the BUG (back-up gun) division. You'll be competing against others with low capacity compacts. You don't have to worry about how those custom 2011 shooters are doing, because they are in a different division. You might be pleasantly surprised at how you place in your division with your 43... but don't expect champagne or a trophy.
There you go, you've got your marching orders. Order your gear today, get signed up for a match and/or a safety class for this weekend, and then study. Here's your study material:
http://richmondhotshots.com/docs/IDPA%20New%20Shooter%20Info.pdf
Well. Lets start on gear.
Gun - something basic to learn with.
Glock 17 - $499, lets call it $550 with transfer and shipping. These can also be gamed out with trigger kits and slides and barrels and titanium sex aides.
http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/21_43/products_id/13704/Glock+G17+G3+17%2B1+9mm+4.48%22
Mags - Going to want to get 4 extra of these to shoot production.
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/930445055/glock-magazine-gen-4-glock-17-34-9mm-luger-polymer-black
Holster - No point in buying a holster twice.
Very good production holster. Can remove the drop for IDPA.
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/1387193018/blade-tech-doh-dropped-and-offset-belt-holster-glock-17-22-31-asr-loop-kydex-black
Mag Pouches - Basic but can be upgraded. 5 of these
http://www.copsplus.com/prodnum4116.php
Eye / Hearing Protection - Basic, wear earplugs + these when shooting indoors. The linked page has decent eye protection recommended at the bottom.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001T7QJ9O/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_1?pf_rd_p=1944687702&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B001E8PPM0&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1RVZCWMEQWMC71GH34YG
Belt/Clothing - Shoot what you have or buy what you will eventually want.
http://www.crspeed.co.za/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=SUPERHITORQUEBELT
(FOR IDPA, PICK ONE) http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=idpa+vest&tag=googhydr-20&index=aps&hvadid=40067038687&hvpos=1t1&hvexid=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13085732033880745886&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=b&hvdev=c&ref=pd_sl_1ckj1d00h9_b
Now, for where to start.
Find a local club google something along the lines of USPSA (city name). Or use the USPSA's tool.
http://www.uspsa.org/locate-uspsa-clubs.php
You didn't mention your shooting experience, but if you have never shot a pistol before don't go expecting to shoot your first time. Your going to need to learn to shoot safely and relatively accurately first. Your also going to want to spend some time dry firing (practicing with your pistol and gear with no ammo) before going to shoot a match. People at a match are very friendly with rookies and would be happy to help, buy you are expected to have a solid understanding of your pistol and be able to shoot somewhat accurately.
Like mentioned earlier, if you can find steel challenge in your area, start there. No movement and you can get some practice drawing and shooting under time constraints.
Once you get really good and start winning, do not expect any payoffs 0.001 percent of shooters can make a career out of this.
Respond to my post if you have any questions and I can try to answer.
You need a pistol, a belt holster that covers the trigger guard and a belt (which you already have). Mag pouches are nice to have, but your rear jeans pocket will work also (at least for the first match). Decent functional gear is fine; you don't need to have "the best" gear to start out with.
I started with a 5.11 belt, a Blackhawk holster, and a Fobus double paddle pouch ($25). You can use the SERPA version or non-SERPA version of their holster (some ranges don't allow SERPAs to be used).
It wasn't the gear that was holding me back.
Upgrades never hurt. I just have seen so many people get equipment tunnel vision so I harp on it. Sounds like you have your priorties straight. If you have extra cash buy this
https://www.amazon.com/Dry-Fire-Training-Practical-Pistol-Shooter/dp/1497319633/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1524539065&sr=8-2&keywords=ben+stoeger+dry+fire
It's cheap, and if you stick with it you will improve.
They're $21 but I use and love these.
https://www.amazon.com/Safariland-773-Competition-Magazine-Laminate/dp/B003YD0I7A/
I just ordered these, 1.5 reader safety glasses thanks.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0013WIILW/ref=crt_ewc_title_huc_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
I haven't run a real match yet, but in practicing to go to my first match... My uplula (Loading Glock mags by hand SUCKS), and THESE sonsabitches
Ben Stoeger is a multi-time national champ in USPSA. I found his book to be invaluable. Starts with the fundamentals, and covers everything else needed to do well in USPSA. He writes plainly, with a no-BS, get-to-the-point approach.
https://www.amazon.com/Practical-Pistol-Reloaded-Ben-Stoeger/dp/1533397716/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1488320587&sr=8-2&keywords=ben+stoeger
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003JP6DIG
Needs a little polishing on the ends, but it's a great squib rod for 9mm and up. I might cut mine down to 8-10" instead of a foot long, but you don't want to go too short and hit your barrel with a hammer either.
Uncle Mike's competition belt for 25ish bucks: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RYMDLK8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Mag pouches (3 for $25 but you'll want four of them): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XY38WX4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Blade-Tech Tek Lok Classic OWB or similar holster: $55ish https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01F676FI2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Yeah, I know you don't have a P320, those are just a links to the stuff I bought as examples.
This is not an "issue", this is a realization. You can explore this with readers under safety glasses, or with stick-on reader lenses in your regular glasses.
(https://smile.amazon.com/OPTX-20-HydroTac-Reading-Glasses/dp/B002LZUXAO/ for example.)
Another user on here recommended these - $25 for 3 pouches. He said they were a knockoff of more expensive gear, but I have zero experience with them. You might want to give them a shot!
https://smile.amazon.com/Tactical-Magazine-Multi-angle-Holster-Competition/dp/B06XY38WX4/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1503721393&sr=8-3&keywords=pistol+mag+pouch+competition
Gripmaster 14003-BLK Hand Exerciser Black, Heavy Tension (9-Pounds per Finger) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0006GCBL4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_frs2AbYDNCM0R
These? I'll probably try them out. Loglife Tactical Magazine Pouch Pistol Bag Multi-angle Speed Molle Holster Mag Pouch For IPSC USPSA IDPA Competition 1.5'' belt (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XY38WX4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_6ai0Bb8HJ6NYS
https://www.amazon.com/Dry-Fire-Training-Practical-Pistol-Shooter/dp/1497319633
At this time, no.
You will need the following tools:
TorxPlus IP10 screw driver
Wiha 36233 TorxPlus Screwdriver with SoftFinish Handle, IP10 x 80mm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001ID98TC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_YTsNDb5PP2Z84
A 5/64 Allen wrench
Go fast
But seriously, check out Practical Pistol Reloaded and Dryfire Reloaded.
Sure!
I use this android app and do a couple of the drills that come with it.
I focused mostly on the IDPA String drill (draw, 2 to the body, 1 to the head), then a drill where you take one shot, do a magazine change, then a second shot.
I then moved the targets into a "mini" classifier that is sort of like CM 13-01 Disaster Factor (although with smaller top targets instead of no shoots) and then practiced doing that classifier - including the turn, draw, and shoot.
I also bought Dryfire Reloaded from Amazon and have started reading through
I think you'll always be unsatisfied as long as you keep changing things whenever you get bored. Pick one. Push through. Stay on the plateau for three months. When you have a breakthrough it'll be worth it.
As long as you don't get something particularly shitty and flimsy get what you think looks cooler or is cheaper.
I use these that are currently under $14