The Straight DOPE

How to evaluate factory ammunition using group size and consistency The importance of testing at different ranges (100 vs. 200 yards) and understanding mil measurements How reticle size correlates with target impact and shot placement Addressing common shooter errors, including natural point of aim shifts and fundamentals The significance of verifying data and understanding ballistic brackets for...

I was sick with Flu so playing catchup. Match 1 was good. Got trophy in factory division, discuss tune up elements and match. Takeaways Precision and timing are crucial in competitive shooting. Equipment choices can significantly impact performance. Mental preparation is key to handling competition stress. Dynamic wind calls require practice and adaptability. RifleKraft offers valuable insights fo...

Takeaways Baseline metrics are crucial before starting training. System inherent accuracy helps in understanding shooting performance. Different ammunition can affect point of impact. Positional shooting requires familiarity and practice. Self-imposed stress can help identify shooting errors. Environmental factors influence ammunition performance. Preparation reduces stress during competitions. Un...

Takeaways Practical application is crucial for skill development. Skill should be prioritized over expensive gear. Measuring performance variables helps identify areas for improvement. Technology can be misleading; always verify data. Continuous learning is essential in shooting. Tracking progress with data is key to improvement. Identifying strengths and weaknesses allows for targeted practice. C...

Keywords shooting, competition, metrics, fundamentals, training, long range shooting, problem solving, rifle craft, performance, coaching Summary In this episode of The Straight Dope, Chris Way introduces the revamped podcast and shares his journey in the shooting community. He discusses the importance of measurable metrics in shooting performance, the discomfort of training, and the art of proble...

This is just a short update podcast but tomorrow there will be an awesome one coming and wanted to get you psyched. You wont want to miss. Atmospherics, Ballistic Calculators, What you need and why if you want to hit in a new location.

I decided to share this because it's fun and cool and full of things I think worth sharing. Its a live chat but still entertaining... please thank Mile High Shooting for supporting this project and go to HideTV in order to have an account (its free) and see all the other cool shit going on. if you want to help support the podcast directly go to riflekraft.com and get a supporter sub. thanks

This is a multi part series because the recording was so long. In the sections I will cover everything I think you need to know, have, be able to do, and prepare for an event as well as training ideas, expectations, and timelines to get better in. Equipment Rifles Calibers Ranging Engaging Strategy Wind DOPE Ballistics Training More If you like consider a supporter subscription at riflekraft.com A...

This is a multi part series because the recording was so long. In the sections I will cover everything I think you need to know, have, be able to do, and prepare for an event as well as training ideas, expectations, and timelines to get better in. Equipment Rifles Calibers Ranging Engaging Strategy Wind DOPE Ballistics Training More If you like consider a supporter subscription at riflekraft.com A...

This is a multi part series because the recording was so long. In the sections I will cover everything I think you need to know, have, be able to do, and prepare for an event as well as training ideas, expectations, and timelines to get better in. Equipment Rifles Calibers Ranging Engaging Strategy Wind DOPE Ballistics Training More If you like consider a supporter subscription at riflekraft.com A...

From start to finish someone wanting to learn, grow, and accomplish goals needs to pay attention to a few things. These same things help pick rifle, caliber, and hone expectations. I discuss these in this second episode of the straight dope podcast. If you like, consider a subscription, liking, sharing, and watch the YouTube version also!

I am exploring higher than average scope risers, rings, and mounts. My rational is based on science, ergonomics, and performance. Listen and let me know what you think. Also new with season 2 is Youtube versions to see what im doing while I talk.. to see the video recording hit up TheStraightDopePodcast on RifleKraft Also check out HideTV If you need Gear, as always, the go to place for the best e...

driving to Burris Dave and I decided to have some fun

So at the Nightforce ELR match I realized that my kestrel game was yellow belt and needed to level up quick. Each stage I knocked off items and details that improved my score steadily through the day. One of the discoveries I made was a quirk with wind angle and shooting angle that made a difference if done right and caused elevation issues if not addressed. Once fixed scores continued to climb an...

Parallax can have you missing and scratching your head about why.

The week of errors continues with a focus more focused on teh shooter induced side of things. Hopefully it gives you something to think about. Send an email to chris@riflekraft.com if you have thoughts Thanks for listening.

Trying to talk about gear issues and what I have seen. I think diagnosing gear issues can be overwhelming if you continue to shoot rounds and try to "test" by fire rather than thinking through what could cause the problem and look there before shooting. Its not always easy, but more often than not it requires less shooting thank you think. I kind of ramble, but most of you are used to it? thanks n...

This week I will be talking about poi issues, misses, and stuff as it relates to the shooter or the shooters gear. I think that we have a visceral reaction and tend to lean one way for the other - but with experience we learn to blend and troubleshoot. So lets identify then troubleshoot through the eyes of the "its me's" and the "its the equipments" riflekraft.com check out this torque teaser vide...

This episode I am going to talk about the merits of steel at distance. What I think shooting steel is good for and what to look / look out for. Use this along side the paper episode to think for yourself.. let me know what you think

This episode is going to focus on the benefits and details I think are important in the context of paper at 100. riflekraft.com

This week were going to talk paper at 100 vs Steel at distance as a training tool. Yea theres lots to argue about and were not gonna argue at all! Listen, digest, and make your own takeaways - thats what life's all about.

Talking about clipping into tripods and everything to do with that.. email chris@riflekraft.com hit me up at gunaroundthesun on IG hit me up on facebooger but ask questions, let me know what you think thanks for listening

Were kicking off Tripod Week. This is an intro and general overview of thoughts and info. Next we will discuss Clipped in shooting. Check out our sponsors MileHighShooting SnipersHide and if you want to support directly please grab a supporter subscription at RifleKraft.com

quick chat about heavy for caliber bullets in 65 based on personal experience. this was quick, easy, because I like them and they shoot well.. My thoughts? try light, try heavy, and decide which is best based on your use case. At each end of the weight spectrum I found the best performance.

Im back and bringing in a new style. I am going to focus on a single area for a week and champion different perspective each episode. This means you can expect more than one episode a week and each on an aspect a larger weekly theme. Then you can take it for what its worth and make your own choices and decisions because im not going to tell you what to do. If you want to make sure were around long...