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WESHOOT2 · September 20, 2008, 11:00 AM

IDPA: "Execution of specified tactics".

USPSA: "Safe execution, to be decided by the shooter".

In other words, IDPA has more 'rules' about what is allowed.

I found the most realistic scenario I've ever shot at an IDPA match.
I also found more argumentative souls 'discussing' "proper tactics" (ad nauseum).
Neither is a legitimate testbed for "tactics", yet both offer the opportunity to enhance one's safety and gun-handling skills.
I personally think, based on my experience, that USPSA offers more-better shooting; more fun; less whining.
Mostly.

I notice that USPSA continues to grow its membership.

Other things: There is pretty much no gun that can't find a Division in USPSA, but IDPA is considerably more restrictive in equipment choice.
One can shoot USPSA just like IDPA, except one will not be competitive.
One cannot shoot IDPA like USPSA.
IDPA is privately owned; USPSA is not-for-profit.

A33102

September 20, 2008, 11:00 AM	#9
WESHOOT2 Senior Member Join Date: February 20, 1999 Location: home on the range; Vermont (Caspian country) Posts: 14,324	mentality (never did like bein' told what to do) IDPA: "Execution of specified tactics". USPSA: "Safe execution, to be decided by the shooter". In other words, IDPA has more 'rules' about what is allowed. I found the most realistic scenario I've ever shot at an IDPA match. I also found more argumentative souls 'discussing' "proper tactics" (ad nauseum). Neither is a legitimate testbed for "tactics", yet both offer the opportunity to enhance one's safety and gun-handling skills. I personally think, based on my experience, that USPSA offers more-better shooting; more fun; less whining. Mostly. I notice that USPSA continues to grow its membership. Other things: There is pretty much no gun that can't find a Division in USPSA, but IDPA is considerably more restrictive in equipment choice. One can shoot USPSA just like IDPA, except one will not be competitive. One cannot shoot IDPA like USPSA. IDPA is privately owned; USPSA is not-for-profit. A33102 __________________ . "all my ammo is mostly retired factory ammo"