What is Long Range shooting in terms of distance? Training, and experience, are the most critical factors for success. Practicing and testing the chosen setup at distance and noting that information (DOPE) as you improve.Using a range of new skills and knowledge about how to modify the firing solution and zero, based on environmental factors.Using high quality consistently accurate ammunition (match or hand loaded) in the right caliber for the task at hand.Choosing and setting up the right tools for the mission: the weapon system and associated equipment.

Understand and practice the 'fundamentals' of shooting - working on your technique.

When you hit a target at 1000 yards and hear the steel 'ring' it's a real buzz! Believe us, it really is a fantastic feeling being able to achieve that level of accuracy.Īchieving this goal is orientated around several key areas you need to master to be consistent out at distance: Here we explain the basics of how to get started in Long Range Shooting. These complications mean that it’s harder and more time consuming to shoot this way and that makes it appealing to those who want to go to the next level. It’s pretty easy to hunt or plink at the range and get good hits on target sub-200 yards, but as soon as you start to go longer then some skill is involved as is the need to do some basic math and use more tools. One reason many shooters are moving up to longer ranges is the challenge.

Taking your skills to that level takes some time and training, but it’s gratifying when you achieve that next step in your shooting skill set. The feeling you get when you can hit a tiny target, almost out of sight, is really amazing for many of us. So, what is the interest in shooting Long Range about?

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