Sir your videos are excellent. There is really nothing like them on UA-cam. I have been involved in competitive shooting since the early eighties (small bore and air rifle) I started competing in high power after I got out of the service in the mid nineties. Everyone was amazed at my high standing scores combined with the fact that I would often finish dead last in aggregate. ( One time I actually placed first in standing at one local match and dead last in aggregate.). I Didn't know how to use sling and was using a Argentine Mauser with stripper clips so rapid fire was always very sporting to say the least. Despite my experience in this sport I always take away something new from each of your videos. I really appreciate the time and trouble you go to in making these videos and I recommend them to fellow shooters both in and out of the sport a lot. It's great to have a source of information like this to be able to use in order to promote our sport. Thanks
Thanks for the comments. I make these videos so that current shooters can get more out of their highpower experience and also so potential competitors can see how much fun the sport can be.
I've watched this video several times and seem to get just a little more out of it each time. I first watched it several weeks back and since then am convinced that I have benefited from NPOA adjustment (not being satisfied until I'm convinced that I find it - then shooting) and also not spending too much time aiming, when I first started it was as if i "just had to get the shot off", thanks to your reminders I am now much more comfortable resetting if I miss the window of opportunity for a good, clean shot. You have an excellent voice for narration and explanations are concise. Great stuff and, like anything of quality, it keeps on giving :)
Some drills never change, my Dad taught me this training technique with M1 iron sights at all match positions in 1984 Camp Perry...carried me firing expert for 22 years in the military..."patiently" practice, practice, practice technique, cadence and breathing before game day as he states, you'll amaze yourself...most valuable points scored is standing
Noticed your 'cheek weld" is very tight, helpful reminder to me, it's the small things that make a large difference shooting offhand. Dry fire exercises have helped my offhand muscle memory the most.
Konrad, I really haven't done much competition shooting so much of this is new to me. Lately I've started placing far more emphasis and conscious effort in developing correct posture, technique, breathing, etc. Yet, having little experience to draw on and without knowing and fully understanding the correct WAY to practice, progress and improvement have been...lackluster at best. This is the second of your videos I've now absorbed, if you will. I was at the range earlier today for about 4 hours. It's now 10:25 PM but I really wanna head right on back there now, ha ha ha. I've suffered through educational, tutorial, instructional videos, on all manor of subject matter, by individuals with a lifetime of related experience but who were incapable of effectively imparting that experience to others. I've watched and listened to instructors who possessed PHD's from Harvard but, unfortunately, also possessed the innate ability to put an entire classroom to sleep. On the other hand, I've always believed that there are also those individuals who are natural born teachers. They can't even help themselves but to be so. I think that you Sir fall into that category. I hit the subscribed within the first 3 minutes of this video. I knew I had found a solid source of information to build on. Thank you! t hat in the moments
Thanks for the kind words. I just try to share some of the things that can help others attain their shooting goals. My goal is to communicate without being too boring.
No need to hate offhand. Just work on shrinking your hold and getting your best natural point of aim during prep period. It takes effort but your standing scores will improve.
I made it my business to shoot all my calibers proficiently out to 200 yards. I get 4-6"(some much better- but not always-lol). Guide the firearm to where you want it. Pull rifle firmly into your chest, hold firmly against your cheek, and firmly squeeze both hands. Follow through and keep eyes on your point of aim. Absorb the recoil without all the muzzle rise. Flex your pectoral muscle keeping the rifle as close to the middle of your chest as possible.Good video and advice. However these guys make a big deal of shooting with these shooting jackets and fancy holds. LMAO I'd wager there a quite a few local boys around the country that are purists and shoot just as well or better without all the equipment and concept. Aim, keep steady, follow through.lol It basically comes down to not moving the firearm. Wow that's an intricate concept.And without all the details. Just practice,practice,practice and force yourself to get better. lol
I hunt squirrels and was always annoyed by the fact that not every situation I have will plant me next to a tree. I've lost opportunities due to trying to stalk up closer to an ideal tree. I will be practicing this. It be a huge plus to use these techniques in the woods.
If I may, I do have a question... I've noticed, in both of these videos, that in the moments just prior to firing, you pump or perhaps twitch your trigger finger ever so slightly. Is this a deliberate action and, if so, why?
That's a common question that I get and maybe I should make a video that's just dedicated to that. It's a sub-conscious movement and I'm guessing I do it as a way of working my way through the first stage of the trigger.
Noticed your UBR was on 2 or 3(?) For standing, I've seen more use 1, but suspect it's all based on sight picture and relief. Hence is that a 2 or 3" cantilever mount?
The buttstock position is based on a combination of eye relief and rifle balance. I always want to pull the rifle closer to me but I still have to have adequate eye relief and head position. The mount is the White Oak Armament 10MOA extended scope mount.
Just Started setting up a White Oak Optic Upper with a Leupold VX-4.5HD Service Rifle with the FireDot Bull Ring. Cant wait to go to the range when done. Also who makes the Hearing Protection that you use? Thanks , I enjoy your Videos
I have a triangular cavity weight and an extension weight on the buttstock. There is no added weight forward of the buttstock as I like a rearward weight bias to the rifle.
@@konrad1853 Ok and thanks. I thought so. Magpul has a model that has a cavity. I have plenty of lead and will find the balance point I need. Thx again and Tight Groups, FletchMan
I have a question that I perceive to be about stamina. Thanks to videos like these, I have improved greatly in the last several months, especially when shooting 3 position (rimfire) on strings of 10 shots standing. However, if/when I have a shot or shots out of my group, it typically happens during shot number 8,9, or 10. At times I can focus enough to where this doesn't happen but often it feels like I simply don't have the "stamina" to maintain the whole shot process over the course of a 10 shot string. Do you have any thoughts on this and perhaps a suggestion for practice to properly identify what is happening and overcome this? At first, standing, offhand shooting was my nemesis but now I enjoy it very much and it has become a strong position for me, and maybe will be my strongest - if I can just get over this last hurdle mentioned. One idea I had was to practice shooting strings of 15 but haven't tried that as of yet. Thank you for any thoughts you can share with me.
One suggestion is one that you have already mentioned. Shoot a practice string that is more shots than your record strings. But be careful to keep the same focus and motivation on all shots. Don't look at the extra shots as just more practice. Also, look at your process for each shot. Focus on executing that process rather than what shot you are on. Your goal should be to execute the best you can for the next shot. Don't worry about the shots that have come before or will come after.
Awesome techniques, I am into nrl prs idpa type shooting and was looking for tips for off hand shooting. What are the jacket and glove for? Are they weighted?
The glove is for general padding and comfort when supporting the rifle. The jacket provides padding and stiffness for your torso. Take a look at my "Three Shooting Coats" video for more information on different jackets and how they can help when shooting standing.
Excellent tips. Thanks Konrad. My apologies for the second question in two videos but at 1:28 I see your rear QD sling swivel with your sling clip attached. I've purchased two different QD swivels and neither will accept the clip that came on my CMP sling as your sling appears to be. I thought I was destined to simply attach the sling directly to the swivel without using the clip. Am I nuts? (Please don't answer.) Or, which QD sling swivel are you using here? Again thanks so much for your help and hopefully I can return the favor one day.
Your tecnic is excelent, my father tech to me the same, you must try to get in the same position after the shoot for a few second, then you down the rifle. New subcriptor
I probably should have been clearer in my response. The rules for highpower don't allow the sling to be used for support in the standing position but do require that a sling be attached to the rifle. This may sound silly, and I don't know what that rule is based on, but this has always been the case. Since the sling is used for the other stages it's just as easy to keep in on the rifle anyway. You probably don't want to leave the sling hanging down from the front swivel but as long as it's close to the rifle there isn't much added sway. There is much more wobble from my position than the sling.
@@konrad1853 Thanks for the replies! I so wish there was something like this in CA- Best we've got are project appleseed shoots. Fun but not very challenging, the rimfire known distance event is 200 yards and a bit more challenge but that is all we get here.
Sir, great videos! I`m trying to shoot airgun with scope. I`m shooting 35m offhand trying to finally shoot 100 ;) I have some issues with eyes, so i use glasses and scope. Even in glasses using a diopter is nightmare, my peepsight is very eliptic :(. Going back to glasses. I have some issues usign them. I don't know if it's hot air from nose, or my body temperature, but the glasses got foggy if i aim to long. It's very disturbing. As i watch videos on internet, many shooters uses glasses. But i feel a litte bit alone with my problem. Did You have that problem? Best Regards!
I've never had a problem with my glasses fogging. The glasses that I use are a little further away from my face than other ones and they have smaller lenses. These factors may contribute to more air movement between the glasses and my face, limiting the possibility of fogging.
That is a fixed power scope so it is always at 4x. If it was variable power I would set it at whatever was the max magnification. A couple of years ago I shot a fixed 25x scope for several matches.
Oddly enough, I actually find slow prone to be most difficult. Being prone for up to twenty minutes gets very uncomfortable, and tests my discipline more than offhand.
If you're uncomfortable in prone, you will be thinking more about getting out of position rather than the next shot. When you're away from the range, work on proper sling tension. The sling should be doing the work of supporting the rifle when your support arm and shoulder are relaxed.
You're likely doing it wrong. You should be ready to take a nap when you're in the prone position. Consider military snipers who will maintain a prone firing position for hours on end, it has to be comfortable.
I must be a world record natural. I go full bull standing 200yard 4x power no shooting goofy vest or glasses. I turn my limbs into cnc machine accuracy some how from manifesting in the 5th dimension or something. I have half moa one hand shot skill or better at 35ft with handgun too.
Still works, so long as you're not shooting multiple immediately consecutive shots. If it helps you hit the target from further away what does it matter?
It’s a competitive sport, sports grow and change over time and so does the gear. The top shooters in the world are utilizing the same platforms, not to mention straight leg infantry in the marine corps are issued an 8x optic with their M27 IAR. Also, all of the rifles shown in this video are chambered in 5.56.
EXACTLY the series of video I've been looking for! Sub'd. No music, no filler, articulate. Thank you
Thanks. Lots of stuff to try to cram into a single video. Glad you enjoyed it.
@@konrad1853 I watched this yet again, and will practice this technique tomorrow for my first CMP games match on Sunday. Thanks for all your vids.
Sir your videos are excellent. There is really nothing like them on UA-cam. I have been involved in competitive shooting since the early eighties (small bore and air rifle) I started competing in high power after I got out of the service in the mid nineties. Everyone was amazed at my high standing scores combined with the fact that I would often finish dead last in aggregate. ( One time I actually placed first in standing at one local match and dead last in aggregate.). I Didn't know how to use sling and was using a Argentine Mauser with stripper clips so rapid fire was always very sporting to say the least. Despite my experience in this sport I always take away something new from each of your videos. I really appreciate the time and trouble you go to in making these videos and I recommend them to fellow shooters both in and out of the sport a lot. It's great to have a source of information like this to be able to use in order to promote our sport. Thanks
Thanks for the comments. I make these videos so that current shooters can get more out of their highpower experience and also so potential competitors can see how much fun the sport can be.
Fantastic - exactly the advice I was given when a young target shooter, and just the reminder I needed now. No frills, just drills! :D
I've watched this video several times and seem to get just a little more out of it each time. I first watched it several weeks back and since then am convinced that I have benefited from NPOA adjustment (not being satisfied until I'm convinced that I find it - then shooting) and also not spending too much time aiming, when I first started it was as if i "just had to get the shot off", thanks to your reminders I am now much more comfortable resetting if I miss the window of opportunity for a good, clean shot.
You have an excellent voice for narration and explanations are concise. Great stuff and, like anything of quality, it keeps on giving :)
I come back to this video over and over and over again. Superb.
I tried everything you explained in this video and improved greatly thank you for your outstanding instruction Semper Fi carry on
I'm glad the video was able to help you. What were the specific things that you tried doing?
@@konrad1853 breathing and holding time
Some drills never change, my Dad taught me this training technique with M1 iron sights at all match positions in 1984 Camp Perry...carried me firing expert for 22 years in the military..."patiently" practice, practice, practice technique, cadence and breathing before game day as he states, you'll amaze yourself...most valuable points scored is standing
Excellent form and follow through from resting g position to let off
Impressive training! I don't compete, but am focused on improving unsupported shooting. Thanks for the tips.
very nice "calling your shot" Mr. Powers
Noticed your 'cheek weld" is very tight, helpful reminder to me, it's the small things that make a large difference shooting offhand. Dry fire exercises have helped my offhand muscle memory the most.
Having good cheek pressure on the stock keeps rifle movement minimized. Dry firing is a very efficient way to keep your skills sharp.
Thanks Konrad, that's very helpful.
Konrad, I really haven't done much competition shooting so much of this is new to me. Lately I've started placing far more emphasis and conscious effort in developing correct posture, technique, breathing, etc. Yet, having little experience to draw on and without knowing and fully understanding the correct WAY to practice, progress and improvement have been...lackluster at best. This is the second of your videos I've now absorbed, if you will. I was at the range earlier today for about 4 hours. It's now 10:25 PM but I really wanna head right on back there now, ha ha ha. I've suffered through educational, tutorial, instructional videos, on all manor of subject matter, by individuals with a lifetime of related experience but who were incapable of effectively imparting that experience to others. I've watched and listened to instructors who possessed PHD's from Harvard but, unfortunately, also possessed the innate ability to put an entire classroom to sleep. On the other hand, I've always believed that there are also those individuals who are natural born teachers. They can't even help themselves but to be so. I think that you Sir fall into that category. I hit the subscribed within the first 3 minutes of this video. I knew I had found a solid source of information to build on. Thank you! t
hat in the moments
Thanks for the kind words. I just try to share some of the things that can help others attain their shooting goals. My goal is to communicate without being too boring.
Thank you for doing this video. I'm getting ready to do a clinic in October.
Thanks Konrad. Good advice.
Natural Point of Aim and Shot Discipline!!
Good info. Cool video!
Will definitely be trying this drill out. Im just getting into highpower and hate offhand 🤣
No need to hate offhand. Just work on shrinking your hold and getting your best natural point of aim during prep period. It takes effort but your standing scores will improve.
@Konrad slowly working on it. Haven't even been doing highpower for a year yet. Offhand score has varied from the 90s to the 160s
I made it my business to shoot all my calibers proficiently out to 200 yards. I get 4-6"(some much better- but not always-lol). Guide the firearm to where you want it. Pull rifle firmly into your chest, hold firmly against your cheek, and firmly squeeze both hands. Follow through and keep eyes on your point of aim. Absorb the recoil without all the muzzle rise. Flex your pectoral muscle keeping the rifle as close to the middle of your chest as possible.Good video and advice. However these guys make a big deal of shooting with these shooting jackets and fancy holds. LMAO I'd wager there a quite a few local boys around the country that are purists and shoot just as well or better without all the equipment and concept. Aim, keep steady, follow through.lol It basically comes down to not moving the firearm. Wow that's an intricate concept.And without all the details. Just practice,practice,practice and force yourself to get better. lol
I hunt squirrels and was always annoyed by the fact that not every situation I have will plant me next to a tree. I've lost opportunities due to trying to stalk up closer to an ideal tree. I will be practicing this. It be a huge plus to use these techniques in the woods.
Some hunters scoff at highpower as they don't feel there any applications for the field. I'm glad these techniques will help you.
When adding the time component needing to hurry it has also helped find things quicker is that true for you? Maintain the flow and good feelings?
Once you learn good technique, you can always speed up. This drill is for decision-making which is fundamental to good standing scores.
If I may, I do have a question...
I've noticed, in both of these videos, that in the moments just prior to firing, you pump or perhaps twitch your trigger finger ever so slightly. Is this a deliberate action and, if so, why?
That's a common question that I get and maybe I should make a video that's just dedicated to that. It's a sub-conscious movement and I'm guessing I do it as a way of working my way through the first stage of the trigger.
Outstanding! Sub'd.
Noticed your UBR was on 2 or 3(?) For standing, I've seen more use 1, but suspect it's all based on sight picture and relief. Hence is that a 2 or 3" cantilever mount?
The buttstock position is based on a combination of eye relief and rifle balance. I always want to pull the rifle closer to me but I still have to have adequate eye relief and head position. The mount is the White Oak Armament 10MOA extended scope mount.
When I competed in CMP,.......it was actually DCM at first,we were NOT allowed to use optics of any type......peep sights only!
Just Started setting up a White Oak Optic Upper with a Leupold VX-4.5HD Service Rifle with the FireDot Bull Ring. Cant wait to go to the range when done. Also who makes the Hearing Protection that you use? Thanks , I enjoy your Videos
Does it help if I practice dry fire
Konrad - I have a new WOA A4 NM Upper alot like yours. Do you add any counter weight to the stock to make it balance better? Thx, FletchMan
I have a triangular cavity weight and an extension weight on the buttstock. There is no added weight forward of the buttstock as I like a rearward weight bias to the rifle.
@@konrad1853 Ok and thanks. I thought so. Magpul has a model that has a cavity. I have plenty of lead and will find the balance point I need. Thx again and Tight Groups, FletchMan
I have a question that I perceive to be about stamina. Thanks to videos like these, I have improved greatly in the last several months, especially when shooting 3 position (rimfire) on strings of 10 shots standing. However, if/when I have a shot or shots out of my group, it typically happens during shot number 8,9, or 10. At times I can focus enough to where this doesn't happen but often it feels like I simply don't have the "stamina" to maintain the whole shot process over the course of a 10 shot string.
Do you have any thoughts on this and perhaps a suggestion for practice to properly identify what is happening and overcome this? At first, standing, offhand shooting was my nemesis but now I enjoy it very much and it has become a strong position for me, and maybe will be my strongest - if I can just get over this last hurdle mentioned. One idea I had was to practice shooting strings of 15 but haven't tried that as of yet. Thank you for any thoughts you can share with me.
One suggestion is one that you have already mentioned. Shoot a practice string that is more shots than your record strings. But be careful to keep the same focus and motivation on all shots. Don't look at the extra shots as just more practice.
Also, look at your process for each shot. Focus on executing that process rather than what shot you are on. Your goal should be to execute the best you can for the next shot. Don't worry about the shots that have come before or will come after.
Awesome techniques, I am into nrl prs idpa type shooting and was looking for tips for off hand shooting. What are the jacket and glove for? Are they weighted?
The glove is for general padding and comfort when supporting the rifle. The jacket provides padding and stiffness for your torso. Take a look at my "Three Shooting Coats" video for more information on different jackets and how they can help when shooting standing.
@@konrad1853 thanks for the reply. Will check out your other videos.
and subscribed...intriguing
What is the role of the sling while standing?
Really, nothing. The rules require a sling to be on the rifle during all stages, but it cannot be used in standing.
Excellent tips. Thanks Konrad. My apologies for the second question in two videos but at 1:28 I see your rear QD sling swivel with your sling clip attached. I've purchased two different QD swivels and neither will accept the clip that came on my CMP sling as your sling appears to be. I thought I was destined to simply attach the sling directly to the swivel without using the clip. Am I nuts? (Please don't answer.) Or, which QD sling swivel are you using here? Again thanks so much for your help and hopefully I can return the favor one day.
The sling swivel is just one I had lying around. You can get the same ones from a competitive shooting vendor such as Champion Shooters Supply.
Thank you. I'll give them a look.
Your tecnic is excelent, my father tech to me the same, you must try to get in the same position after the shoot for a few second, then you down the rifle. New subcriptor
Sling is attached but not used? I've been taught Hasty is better than nothing.
The rules for our sport do not allow the sling to be used in standing.
@@konrad1853 huh. okay thanks, didn't know that. Can you just remove it since it is not used? Would think it would introduce a little wobble/sway.
I probably should have been clearer in my response.
The rules for highpower don't allow the sling to be used for support in the standing position but do require that a sling be attached to the rifle. This may sound silly, and I don't know what that rule is based on, but this has always been the case. Since the sling is used for the other stages it's just as easy to keep in on the rifle anyway.
You probably don't want to leave the sling hanging down from the front swivel but as long as it's close to the rifle there isn't much added sway. There is much more wobble from my position than the sling.
@@konrad1853 Thanks for the replies! I so wish there was something like this in CA- Best we've got are project appleseed shoots. Fun but not very challenging, the rimfire known distance event is 200 yards and a bit more challenge but that is all we get here.
Sir, great videos! I`m trying to shoot airgun with scope. I`m shooting 35m offhand trying to finally shoot 100 ;) I have some issues with eyes, so i use glasses and scope. Even in glasses using a diopter is nightmare, my peepsight is very eliptic :(. Going back to glasses. I have some issues usign them. I don't know if it's hot air from nose, or my body temperature, but the glasses got foggy if i aim to long. It's very disturbing. As i watch videos on internet, many shooters uses glasses. But i feel a litte bit alone with my problem. Did You have that problem? Best Regards!
I've never had a problem with my glasses fogging. The glasses that I use are a little further away from my face than other ones and they have smaller lenses. These factors may contribute to more air movement between the glasses and my face, limiting the possibility of fogging.
What power do you set your scope on for 200 yard standing?
That is a fixed power scope so it is always at 4x. If it was variable power I would set it at whatever was the max magnification. A couple of years ago I shot a fixed 25x scope for several matches.
newb question, but what stock are you using on your rifle?
The buttstock is a Magpul UBR Gen 1 stock.
Oddly enough, I actually find slow prone to be most difficult. Being prone for up to twenty minutes gets very uncomfortable, and tests my discipline more than offhand.
If you're uncomfortable in prone, you will be thinking more about getting out of position rather than the next shot. When you're away from the range, work on proper sling tension. The sling should be doing the work of supporting the rifle when your support arm and shoulder are relaxed.
You're likely doing it wrong. You should be ready to take a nap when you're in the prone position. Consider military snipers who will maintain a prone firing position for hours on end, it has to be comfortable.
Can I shoot an AR-15 like in Olympic games? Yes.
Kinda hard to take displine seriously when you have a piece of nilla wafer box strapped to the frame of your glasses...
Since the logo is on the outside and I can't see it, it's actually pretty easy.
Or even a hangover 😂😂😂
You are clearly skilled, but I must say, the Nilla wafer blinders are extremely goofy.
There's nothing goofy about the millions of dollars in sponsorship that I get for wearing them.
If you can’t send them in 13 seconds sit it back on the stool.
Iron sights
At 5:23 & 5:44, your face is further back on the stock than in the previous evolutions.
I must be a world record natural. I go full bull standing 200yard 4x power no shooting goofy vest or glasses. I turn my limbs into cnc machine accuracy some how from manifesting in the 5th dimension or something. I have half moa one hand shot skill or better at 35ft with handgun too.
How can this be the same as using a real battle rifle with iron sights? A 22 with a scope. Guess it is true. They don't make men like they used to!
Still works, so long as you're not shooting multiple immediately consecutive shots. If it helps you hit the target from further away what does it matter?
It’s a competitive sport, sports grow and change over time and so does the gear. The top shooters in the world are utilizing the same platforms, not to mention straight leg infantry in the marine corps are issued an 8x optic with their M27 IAR. Also, all of the rifles shown in this video are chambered in 5.56.
This is so impractical.
Do you shoot better than him?