Miles to Matches

Hear your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon talk to the inaugural WORLD CHAMPION Austin Buschman as they talk about the world championship match, performing at a high level, and pushing through adversity to get to the top. This is definitively one of the MUST listen episodes that covers a wide range of topics and tips that will help you move toward your goals! 

We shoot mostly custom rifles these days...but what if we were to buy a factory rifle? What features would we prioritize and what would we end up with?

Are you conserving your energy throughout match week/weekend/day? If not, you may run out and lose focus when you need it the most. This episode has some things to consider and gives you some insight on how the guys manage their energy for peak performance on a match weekend.

If you want to make the transition from midpack shooter to the next level there are things that should never be compromised. In this episode the boys discuss what each of them consider to be non-negotiable items that they prioritize to give them the best chance for success.

There is something in this episode for everyone. Do you know the difference between caliber and cartridge? What is your favorite cartridge?

Want to hit more targets on the long range stages? In this episode the guys talk about things to consider and what you should focus on to make that happen...

The boys area headed home after dinner (Francis is driving) and having an open discussion about the dynamics of rifle motion. What does that mean? Who knows...you will have to listen and find out!

In this episode, the guys discuss and provide insight to the most common phone calls and questions that they each get in regards to precision rifle shooting.

In this episode the boys do a deep dive into truing your ballistic solution. There are lots of factors that can cause your data to be off by small amounts and knowing where to go and how to identify these errors is very important for making impacts at long range.

In this episode, Chad and Francis discuss the right and the wrong ways to calculate a ballistic solution when your target is not on a flat plane. Do you know how?

The Last 10% can be the hardest part of your journey to the top. It usually requires more effort and resources. Don't waste your time investing those valuable resources on the wrong things.

The boys stop at Area 419 on the way to the AG Cup to talk about manufacturing, the history of the company, and the new suppressor class in the Precision Rifle Series.

Just a car full of giant plastic checks and two AG Cup Champions! The mics are on and the boys are talking about the event...

On the road to the 2024 AG Cup, Chad and Francis discuss some personal weaknesses that have held them back in recent years and how they plan to overcome them. Look inward and be honest with yourself to identify and attack your own personal weaknesses so that you can climb the ladder to the top, or continue to compete at level that allows you to have fun and get the most out of the sport.

What are the limitations and important things to consider with prefit barrels?

Francis gets a top 10 Season bullet!

In this episode, Chad and Francis talk about how to shoot 2 good days back to back and place higher than you have been in placing those 2 day pro PRS matches. This can be difficult for some people and can ultimately be the reason that they get frustrated and start doubting their skills.

Chad and Francis sit on the porch with a couple of cigars and discuss the 2024 IPRF world championship. The people, the match, and the whole experience. you don't want to miss it...

This week, Chad and Francis discuss their experience at the 2024 Rocky Mountain Airgun Challenge presented by Utah Airguns. This unique experience put their general shooting skills to the test: could they compete against the worlds best in a completely different shooting sport and succeed? Listen in to learn all about the awesome event, what they learned and what they will do different in the futu...

This week on Miles to Matches, Chad and Francis talk about Chad's recent archery hunt and some of the ways that precision rifle competition and practice have helped him become a better bow hunter. From thermals to NPA to equipment selection, learn the aspects of "precision rifle" can span from multiple disciplines.

Chad and Francis catch up after a several weeks working on other projects, including Chad's preparation for the World Championships. The major theme of this episode is working to building stronger approaches to time and what you need to focus on. Task orientation is an important characteristic to accomplish goals. However, periodically taking a step back to evaluate the fit of your current pla...

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