Chris Way

The Straight DOPE

Sports EN ↓ 175 episodes

Discussing practical marksmanship, riflekraft, hunting and precision rifle with an emphasis on improving skill and knowledge.

Author

Chris Way

Category

Sports

Latest episode

Feb 3, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 25: the data that drives your growth 03.04.2022

theres a difference between the science behind the bullet and the data that drives your growth as a shooter

Episode 24 listener questions. Wobble, tripods, equipment price vs performance.. and more 01.04.2022

A few common recent questions I attempt to clarify also, go sub at https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode 23 Bridge the gap 31.03.2022

Some talk about being positive, focus on being psyched to improve and why you do it in the first place!! fun! Subscribe to Riflekraft.com Bridging the gap.. improving accuracy and precision The store isnt easy to find, so if you're looking for shirts, subscriptions, or whatever.. find it here: https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode 22: break the "f-it" cycle and use sight picture assessment to do it. 28.03.2022

Lets talk sight picture and the f-it cycle. subscribe share train https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode21 Outlaw leagues as training resources 27.03.2022

Outlaw leagues WYCO and its kick ass matches A request to listeners for help developing a match stage skill rubric as a shooter reference/resource for training. https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode 20: 100y sweet spot, parallax, and subs bonus content. 23.03.2022

Discussing the value of 100y parallax bonus subscriber content on riflekraft.com https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode 19: inputs and outputs (Medium spice) 15.03.2022

More inputs discussion and a new challenge to listeners Also.. go subscribe! https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode 18: Goals and the pyramid. Keeping the goal the goal 13.03.2022

I mention the pyramid and keeping the goal the goal. Hit up riflekraft.com and subscribe: https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode 17: Thoughts on some equipment 12.03.2022

Discussing some equipment that has worked for me and my thoughts about gear and skill. go to riflekraft.com and subscribe! remember support makes a huge difference! https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode 16 Wind: Mild, (Medium), Hot, Thai-Hot 10.03.2022

more wind subscribe to riflekraft.com! share https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode 15 Sig 10k can burn the M'fingRoof off team matches 07.03.2022

Listen Share Be part of the revolution https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode 14 Wind: (Mild), Medium, Hot, Thai-Hot 03.03.2022

Starting at the ground level with wind. full value and angle Here's the MDS link to their table... its worth printing out and studying I think https://www.moderndayrifleman.com/posts/21105445?utm_source=manual https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode 13 (was originally going to be 10) competence and non verbal communication 02.03.2022

I had recorded this prior to the science Friday, but then decided to boil that episode down to that. Since this was also recorded at the same time.. why not just release it? exactly.. So disregard the intro and listen, take notes, and let me know what you think go to riflekraft.com and subscribe Share grow https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode 12 The Reverent Iconoclast 01.03.2022

This episode I am trying a conversational cadence per advice of a friend. Let me know if you like this style vs the other ones. I also look at and "coach" Phil Velayo through a Hunter video and point out the things I notice - especially the identification of what I think is a training scar that can be fixed with some careful drills and procedures. https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode 11 Lists, Bacon, and Profits - AKA Hey'splaining 26.02.2022

Lists Bacon and QandA https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode 10 Science Friday 25.02.2022

food for thought https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode 9 training 20.02.2022

training plans and mental side discussion https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode 8 new view of ballistics 18.02.2022

This is a quick no nonsense way I think of ballistics - not a deep dive, but a snap shot. https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode 7 The 4 Axioms 15.02.2022

The 4 axioms of shooting wind range riflekraft external ballistics https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode 6 Goldilocks 11.02.2022

The middle ground is where the gains are https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode 5 Scars 09.02.2022

thinking about how we structure our training I think its important to also reflect on the consequences of our subconscious patterns too. Re wiring them is easier when they are less established. https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Episode 4 Baselines 05.02.2022

A recap of some topics addressed and ideas on how to start tracking them. i.e. set baselines and you know how you are improving; dont record and it becomes less clear where you are growing and where you are slipping. Do it or dont. https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Discussing the concept of "Fit" 02.02.2022

Discussing how I think about rifle fit. Finally, I think you should watch Modern Day snipers videos on this topic. https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Inputs and outputs 31.01.2022

episode two continues the discussion on marksmanship and our influence on where the round goes. https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

Introductory Episode: The shooters bracket 30.01.2022

Introducing The Straight Dope. Context. Goals. The Shooters Bracket - A good way to break down the decision making process required to chose whether or not they can hit a target with confidence. Follow share grow.. Thanks. https://riflekraft.myshopify.com/collections/all

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