There was only one word to adequately describe FSA’s third field target match and that was “HOT”. We have been fortunate to have had cooler than normal temps for much of the year, but that all ended a few days before this match. The match held Sunday; June 22 started with temperatures already over 80 degrees early in the morning. And it only got worse from there as the temps climbed well into the 90s with very little in the way of wind or breezes. The course was designed to utilize a seldom used lane and one new one, both in the attempt to keep all shooting positions out of direct sunlight. Sitting in the shade wasn’t comfortable, but it was a lot better than sitting in the sun. There were also 2 coolers of ice, water, PowerAde, and popsicles to help everyone survive the day. Many thanks to Brandon Michaud for letting us use his coolers as well as filling them with ice and beverages. And thank you to Ryan and Ana Rose Spanagel for bringing ice, water and popsicles.
I must wonder what the course rating would have been if there was a Troyer adjustment for heat, but for now we’ll have to accept it as the 32.79T it was. This makes it the easiest rated course we’ve had this year. There was only one target on the entire course with a Troyer rating less than the 4 forced position targets, which were all below 28T and much easier than the norm. However, there were a few targets sprinkled in that were at or near their maximum distances. But, even the lower Troyer rated course was made incredibly more difficult by the relentless heat.
We were thrilled to have 12 participants representing 2 AATFA classes (Hunter PCP and Hunter Piston). Probably best that the bum-baggers wearing heavy leather shooting jackets all sat this one out. Topping the 10 Hunter PCP shooters was Jeff Swartz who posted the match high score of 54. Brandon Michaud had a 50 to finish in second and Doug Cunningham rounded out the top 3 with a score of 48. In Hunter Piston, Ken Santo shot a 37 to take the top spot in that class. We again held a 40-point pistol match, which 5 people stuck around to shoot. Holding a pistol match too almost makes it seem like we enjoy the heat, and we had to find a way to get more of it. Brandon Michaud toughed it out and put up an excellent score of 37 to top those that signed up for extra punishment. Out of curiosity, we took measurements and found that our pistol course was a 35T, making Brandon’s 37/40 score even more impressive.
We had a new first-time FT shooter make use of our club loaner gun. Rod Patterson shot the FX DRS donated by High Pressure Pneumatics. He seemed to enjoy trying something new and we hope to see him return. The DRS is outfitted with a Sidewinder courtesy of Hawke Optics, a moderator donated by Donny FL, a Scope-Werks wheel, and shooting JSB pellets from Predator International. All of these companies have outstanding products and we encourage everyone to consider them for your airgun related purchases. And don’t forget Baker Airguns who is also a sponsor that continues to be a friend and supporter of airgun clubs.
Thanks to all who attended,
Jeff Swartz and Ryan Spanagel
I must wonder what the course rating would have been if there was a Troyer adjustment for heat, but for now we’ll have to accept it as the 32.79T it was. This makes it the easiest rated course we’ve had this year. There was only one target on the entire course with a Troyer rating less than the 4 forced position targets, which were all below 28T and much easier than the norm. However, there were a few targets sprinkled in that were at or near their maximum distances. But, even the lower Troyer rated course was made incredibly more difficult by the relentless heat.
We were thrilled to have 12 participants representing 2 AATFA classes (Hunter PCP and Hunter Piston). Probably best that the bum-baggers wearing heavy leather shooting jackets all sat this one out. Topping the 10 Hunter PCP shooters was Jeff Swartz who posted the match high score of 54. Brandon Michaud had a 50 to finish in second and Doug Cunningham rounded out the top 3 with a score of 48. In Hunter Piston, Ken Santo shot a 37 to take the top spot in that class. We again held a 40-point pistol match, which 5 people stuck around to shoot. Holding a pistol match too almost makes it seem like we enjoy the heat, and we had to find a way to get more of it. Brandon Michaud toughed it out and put up an excellent score of 37 to top those that signed up for extra punishment. Out of curiosity, we took measurements and found that our pistol course was a 35T, making Brandon’s 37/40 score even more impressive.
We had a new first-time FT shooter make use of our club loaner gun. Rod Patterson shot the FX DRS donated by High Pressure Pneumatics. He seemed to enjoy trying something new and we hope to see him return. The DRS is outfitted with a Sidewinder courtesy of Hawke Optics, a moderator donated by Donny FL, a Scope-Werks wheel, and shooting JSB pellets from Predator International. All of these companies have outstanding products and we encourage everyone to consider them for your airgun related purchases. And don’t forget Baker Airguns who is also a sponsor that continues to be a friend and supporter of airgun clubs.
Thanks to all who attended,
Jeff Swartz and Ryan Spanagel
