The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - Beginner AR-15 Competition?

boltgun71 · February 21, 2011, 06:21 PM

What type of competition do you have in mind? The competition most of the others are referring to is NRA Highpower competition and is fired at 200, 300, and 600yds traditionally. They do have reduced course matches at 100 or 200yds as well. Your Stag 2T carbine is not allowed for this type of competition by regulation but you may be allowed to shoot it informally at small matches just for the experience. It would still be a great learning experience. As for the twist rate, in Highpower you certainly wont be competitive with the 1-9" twist firing lighter bullets compared to the guys with faster twists and heavier bullets, BUT you did say beginner AR-15 shooting. In that sense who cares what your twist rate and bullet weight is, it dont matter, you just starting out, not out to win medals right away, go shoot with what you currently have, learn and have fun, and if you like it save up to by more competitive equipment and ammo.

As for competitions that your Stag is currently suited for and allowed, there is not too many out there, but your Stag would be welcomed at any 3 gun match where you fire both rifles, shotguns, and pistols in various stages per match. The Stag would be perfect for the rifle portion of a 3 gun shoot. Hope this helps clarify some things. Good luck and I commend you on your search to get involved in competition shooting, it is one of teh best things you can do to become a better shot.

February 21, 2011, 06:21 PM	#7
boltgun71 Senior Member Join Date: January 4, 2006 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 547	What type of competition do you have in mind? The competition most of the others are referring to is NRA Highpower competition and is fired at 200, 300, and 600yds traditionally. They do have reduced course matches at 100 or 200yds as well. Your Stag 2T carbine is not allowed for this type of competition by regulation but you may be allowed to shoot it informally at small matches just for the experience. It would still be a great learning experience. As for the twist rate, in Highpower you certainly wont be competitive with the 1-9" twist firing lighter bullets compared to the guys with faster twists and heavier bullets, BUT you did say beginner AR-15 shooting. In that sense who cares what your twist rate and bullet weight is, it dont matter, you just starting out, not out to win medals right away, go shoot with what you currently have, learn and have fun, and if you like it save up to by more competitive equipment and ammo. As for competitions that your Stag is currently suited for and allowed, there is not too many out there, but your Stag would be welcomed at any 3 gun match where you fire both rifles, shotguns, and pistols in various stages per match. The Stag would be perfect for the rifle portion of a 3 gun shoot. Hope this helps clarify some things. Good luck and I commend you on your search to get involved in competition shooting, it is one of teh best things you can do to become a better shot.