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NROI Podcast92. NROI Podcast January 2026 #2In this episode the team announces the staff applications for USPSA and SCSA Nationals are online. Then into the mailbag to discuss PCC start positions, Major Revolver capacity, magazine disconnects, not providing proper match registration information, and more.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2026-02-021h 12NROI Podcast91. NROI Podcast January 2026 #1The NROI Podcast returns for season 5! In this episode the NROI crew discusses Nationals Staff applications, using handloaded 9mm ammo, working with Left Handed shooters, "shadow engagement" of targets, dropped guns, dropped guns and sweeping, and much, much more.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2026-01-191h 09NROI Podcast90. NROI Podcast December 2025 #1In this special bonus episode of the NROI Podcast, well known gun writer, and TV personality Michael Bane of Down Range TV and many, many other adventures joins the NROI crew to discuss his involvement in the very early days of IPSC/USPSA, attending the very first NROI seminar, and lots more! Go fill your beverage, fasten your seat belt and get ready for a really fun ride through history.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions s...
2025-12-091h 35NROI Podcast89. NROI Podcast November 2025 #2Join the NROI crew as we dig into the latest mailbag for a discussion about the Glock V series and the Production Gun List, regaining your expired certification, replacement grip modules on modular guns, Major in Limited Optics, and more!Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-11-241h 13NROI Podcast88. NROI Podcast November 2025 #1Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-11-031h 22NROI Podcast87. NROI Podcast October 2025 #2Troy reports in from the build out of Race Gun Nationals, we discuss competitor behavior and DQ under 10.6, forced reset triggers, does having video itself create an exceptional circumstance in arbitrations and much more.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-10-201h 38NROI Podcast86. NROI Podcast October 2025 #1In this episode, Troy gives his report for the recently completed World Shoot in South Africa. We also discuss timer issues, the Special Pi timer which brings a very interesting new timer to the market, creeping and false starts in SCSA, use of smelling salts in USPSA/SCSA and much more.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-10-061h 25NROI Podcast85. NROI Podcast September 2025 #2The crew heads back into the mailbag to discuss such things as using take down long guns, handling handguns in a holster no longer attached to a belt, and much, much more.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-09-221h 12NROI Podcast84. NROI Podcast September 2025 #1The NROI crew discusses some World Shoot history and then dives into the mailbag to discuss carrying of PCC magazines, Fixed Time stages, Activators as targets, and much more.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-09-081h 29NROI Podcast83. NROI Podcast August 2025 #2The NROI crew are joined by AD8, Russel Fortney, and discuss the Canadian IPSC Nationals, the USPSA IPSC Nationals, and then we all dive into the mailbag for some recent topics.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-08-251h 25NROI Podcast82. NROI Podcast August 2025 #1The NROI crew is joined by the ring leaders for the recently completed MultiGun Nationals in Forest Lake, MN. Follow along as we discuss the match and some very interesting concepts that came out of it along with discussion about qualifier matches for shotgun and rifle for upcoming World Shoots, reworking the 180 rule, and much, much more.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-08-112h 10NROI Podcast81. NROI Podcast July 2025 #3The crew dives into the mailbag again on this episode along with a discussion of a recent injury on the range and how it might have been avoided.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-07-281h 20NROI Podcast80. NROI Podcast July 2025 #2Everyone that worked in the Range Master Role at the recently completed Factory Gun Nationals joins the usual NROI crew to discuss the match, some interesting calls, the use of digital evidence and the experience of working as an Assistant RM for the match from NROI's three newest Range Masters.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-07-141h 29NROI Podcast79. NROI Podcast July 2025 #1Kevin is just back from the Factory Gun Nationals and has a brief report (more to come in the next podcast). Troy discusses replacement triggers and then we dive into the mail bag for some interesting questions.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-07-071h 48NROI Podcast78. NROI Podcast June 2025 #2In this episode, Jodi reports on the recent Area 1 Championship, Troy updates on the recent WSSC and how his vacation went as well as discussion about Factory Gun Nationals coming up soon. Then we dive into the mailbag. Note: Episode sequencing is a bit off due to shooting season schedules. We will get back on our normal schedule in July.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-06-261h 38NROI Podcast77. NROI Podcast June 2025 #1And we are back! Troy will have a report from the IPSC MiniRifle/PCC World Shoot and we will dive into the mailbag.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-06-021h 29NROI Podcast76. NROI Podcast May 2025 #1The NROI crew welcomes Lafe Kunkel, Area 5 Director and chair of the rules committee to chat about the revamped rules committee, the rule making process, and more.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-05-051h 05NROI Podcast75. NROI Podcast April 2025 #2Join the NROI crew with a dive into the mailbag...with a few tangents for fun. News in the IPSC RO Classes coming in May and August.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-04-211h 22NROI Podcast74. NROI Podcast April 2025 #1The NROI team discusses the April changes to MultiGun and Competition Rules, including the deletion of the old 10.5.16 and renumbering of subsequent rules, and spends some time going through the mailbag with several "Just freaking stop it!" segments.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-04-071h 08NROI Podcast73. NROI Podcast March 2025 #2The NROI crew is joined by Adam Maxwell, Kevin Harrington, Lan Nguyen, and Mike Whitesides who recently ramrodded the Dissident Arms Action Shotgun match. This match served as the first shotgun qualifier match for those looking to attend IPSC Shotgun World Shoot.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-03-241h 46NROI Podcast72. NROI Podcast March 2025 #1Join the NROI crew as we dive into the mailbag for more of your questions including some experience based advice regarding digital evidence from the first month of use.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-03-101h 38NROI Podcast71. NROI Podcast February 2025 #2The team goes over the rule changes in the recently published rules updates. Chapter marks are in place for the start of each edition (SCSA/MG/Comp).Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-02-241h 55NROI Podcast70. NROI Podcast February 2025 #1A bit of a departure from our usual format...this week we are discussing what NROI is, and what we do, at a level that maybe you haven't seen or heard before. Come along for a trip back stage.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-02-101h 47NROI Podcast69. NROI Podcast January 2025 #2We return to the mailbag for episode two of season four with additional information about when you might see the updated rules, Nationals staffing, and more.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-01-271h 06NROI Podcast68. NROI Podcast January 2025 #1For our kickoff episode for Season Four, we invited Kyle Stephens and Tim Herron on to talk about stage design and how to make stages that test skills instead of just being hosefests. Enjoy the in depth discussion and stay tuned for more coming your way on this subject.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2025-01-131h 40NROI Podcast67. NROI Podcast November 2024 #1For the final episode of Season 3 we discuss digital evidence (e.g., video) again, go over the basics of Extra Shots and Extra Hits in Virginia Count and Fixed Time courses of fire, go through an interesting example of "exceptional circumstances" from a DQ, and much more. We will be back with Season 4 likely in January.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2024-11-181h 05NROI Podcast66. NROI Podcast October 2024 #2Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2024-11-041h 20NROI Podcast65. NROI Podcast October 2024 #1We have some new Range Masters to celebrate, we discuss reshoots for picking up the shooter's mags while they are still running the stage, including youth in our sports, and much more!Special note: Due to vacation and Open/PCC Nationals, the next episode will be published October 28.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2024-10-0751 minNROI Podcast64. NROI Podcast September 2024 #2Troy reports about the just completed Handgun Nationals, barrel hits, stopping for untaped targets, warping walls, magwells in SCSA, and much more!Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2024-09-2354 minNROI Podcast63. NROI Podcast September 2024 #1In this episode we tackle approved holsters, approved footwear, use of IPSC Hand Signals for scoring and much, much more!Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2024-09-091h 11NROI Podcast62. NROI Podcast August 2024 #2This time on the NROI Podcast: A report from Troy regarding the Area 2 Steel Challenge Championship, an update for Open/PCC Nationals Staff, Questions from non-USPSA/SCSA matches, NROI Discipline for non-certified ROs, Revolver practices and much more!Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2024-08-2652 minNROI Podcast61. NROI Podcast August 2024 #1In this episode; Troy gives us a report from the Canadian IPSC Handgun Nationals, we discuss the necessity for painting plates in SCSA at all levels, how to measure magazines that do not fit into the mag gauge, can you do random chronograph of competitors, can you shoot a port open? and much more.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2024-08-121h 00NROI Podcast60. NROI Podcast July 2024 #3In this episode: A report from the 2024 MultiGun Nationals, in SCSQ do you need "Make Ready" to enter the box?, 8.7.2 discussion, Improper start condition for some divisions with SA/DA guns, Retaining straps and 5.2.5.3, How do you know a stage as been removed?, Default handgun start position, Angling targets when setting up classifiers, really being a Range Officer and not a "timer holder", Are the appendices really part of the rules? And much more!Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an o...
2024-07-291h 06NROI Podcast59. NROI Podcast July 2024 #2In this episode: New 24 series of classifiers are active, shooting through gaps, prematurely pasted targets, restarts for competitor problems, magazine at make ready, DQs for unzipped cases?, SCSA DQs, Activating with a rock, gaining support & club culture, SCRO update.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2024-07-151h 03NROI Podcast58. NROI Podcast July 2024 #1In this episode: We get a brief pre-match update from Troy at CO Nationals in Ohio, Troy goes over the new rulings issued a few days ago, manual decocking to half-cock and why it isn't legal (and how to fix it), unusual scoring call with unrestored targets, physically moving under or over walls as a shortcut, swapping divisions to keep classifier scores from affecting your classification, are FTSAs per string or per stage?, and swapping OEM frames with aftermarket frames and much more!Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This...
2024-07-011h 16NROI Podcast57. NROI Podcast June 2024 #2In this episode: The SCSA RO Course is now available, revisiting the DA/SA in SCSA question, Holstering without safety applied, IV therapy vendors at matches, AD during holstering/drawing/in the holster, ROing fixed time stages with movement, ROing hard of hearing shooters, scoring poorly managed target overlaps, revisiting significant advantage, RO actions regarding firearm ready condition vs. shooter ready condition, creating non-scoring perforated borders with a tool.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should b...
2024-06-181h 39NROI Podcast56. NROI Podcast June 2024 #1This episode is the second half of the session recorded in late May 2024. In this episode the NROI crew is again joined by Jake Martens. The topics discuss include: Using a decocker or not, Manipulating a safety while holstered and when CAN you do it, when is a hole not a hole, timer dos and don'ts, can you DQ by breaking the 180 outside of the course of fire, the need for members to vote in your Area elections, and more.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any tr...
2024-06-031h 01NROI Podcast55. NROI Podcast May 2024 #2For this episode: Jodi brings us a report on the recently completed Area 1 match in Winnemucca NV on a range that was built just before this match happened. Jake Martens also joins the gang for a discussion on by-law 16.2 as it pertains to the CO/LO discussion; we then discuss holstering and muzzle pointing distances; what is the call when the optic falls off a CO/LO handgun during the course of fire; and age requirements for participating in USPSA/SCSA matches and some of the details around introducing the young crowd to our sports.Note that t...
2024-05-271h 07NROI Podcast54. NROI Podcast May 2024 #1During this episode the NROI crew discuss: USPSA matches that aren't run like/as USPSA matches & clubs that zealously enforce some rules but disregard others because "it's a local match"; Helping with setup, reset, ROing and tear down at local matches; Making up miss on a target engaged freestyle after switching to SHO/WHO (as req'd by WSB) - Freestyle or maintain SHO/WHO; Dryfire mag use at safe area; Overlays, obtaining, again; Major PF - Why have it; Make ready in the box only? (SCSA); Walking around with mags in the gun claiming "dust cover"; Calibration call for...
2024-05-061h 19NROI Podcast53. NROI Podcast April 2024 #2In this episode: Troy reports on the recently completed US IPSC Nationals in Mesa AZ, SCSA rules updated in the app after original error in updating, Omnivore holster with plastic guides legal for Production/CO, Membership requirements to shoot various match levels, Approved local rules (3.3) - how to find out what is where, Safety checks/classes to participate in competition - Legal? Local rule needing 3.3 letter?, Shooters barred from participation 6.4.5 - how/when to submit to HQ, Lever action rimfires without the top loading tube for SCSA (not legal)? Gun cart rules for SCSA vs. USPSA, Not painting in SCS...
2024-04-221h 10NROI Podcast52. NROI Podcast April 2024 #1In this episode, the team discusses some of the basics of calibration firearms for RMs at matches, what to do when a competitor arrives at the line with a magazine in the gun, modifying SCSA stages to fit local bays, changing divisions for competitors in SCSA whose firearm does not fit their declared division, limited optics in SCSA, scoring partial bullet hits in cardboard targets, more discussion on "aiming" related to last episode, why the "finger" rule exists and the consequences of not having it, getting credit with NROI for other types of RO certification, classifier diagram discrepancies between...
2024-04-081h 02NROI Podcast51. NROI Podcast March 2024 #2This week the team discusses some tips and tricks around classifer reshoots and Practiscore; the Alien Retro handgun is not legal for CO despite being legal for IPSC Prod Optics and why; Equipment checks at US IPSC Nationals; WHO/SHO & Penalties; Finger in the trigger guard and aiming at targets beyond a wall; using cadence in SCSA range commands; REF and stopping competitors; Issuing Warnings to shooters per 8.6.1; Long guns in SCSA; Production Optics and Production trigger pull weights in IPSC.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and a...
2024-03-2557 min
She Shield80: The Story Behind Synergy Training Group with Tyler TharpIn Episode 80, Sofia interviews Tyler Tharp! Hailing from the heart of the Mississippi Delta, Tyler brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table.As the lead instructor at Synergy Training Group, Tyler's background as a competitive shooter speaks volumes. With successes in 2-gun, USPSA, and IDPA, including A class in USPSA and Master in IDPA, Tyler's talent in firearms is undeniable.But his expertise doesn't stop there. Tyler is not just a marksman; he's a teacher and a leader. With a background in academic tutoring and Christian mentoring, coupled with his experience as...
2024-03-191h 19NROI Podcast50. NROI Podcast March 2024 #1Our fiftieth episode! Kind of feels like a milestone. The rules updates are live! In this episode the gang discusses disabled shooters and using mobility assistive devices, thinking through called DQs to ensure they are valid, reshooting classifiers at matches, setting up classifiers and what variances are allowed, NROI/USPSA role when a match runs off the rails, range rules and allowed/appropriate attire including footwear, thigh straps vs. thigh holsters, and how your USPSA membership works for you at IPSC matches in other countries.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely acc...
2024-03-111h 15NROI Podcast49. NROI Podcast February 2024 #2In this episode: The new rules go into effect 29 February 2024; What is and is not a chamber flag; Activating targets using no score "targets" and why these are not legal; What constitutes Range Equipment Failure (REF); The match sanctioning process, why we do it, what it does for the match, and more; Navigating the Form C submission process; Updates to the Production handgun list, and more!Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to...
2024-02-2658 minNROI Podcast48. NROI Podcast February 2024 #1In this episode of the NROI podcast: Announcing a new podcast feature - chapter markers. We are just learning this tool and it will develop more as we go forward. An update on the new rules update - when? An update on the SCSA RO Seminar. Appendix A1 and match levels and why you might want to run a Level 2 or Tier 2 (or higher) match. Rule 10.2.10 and how we deal with inability to comply with stage procedure. Comps on factory guns are still Open guns. Sight Trackers in Single Stack. Prop/Stage guns in Multigun. How to get overlays for you...
2024-02-1254 minNROI Podcast47. NROI Podcast January 2024 #2The NROI staff discuss the rule changes recently passed by the Board of Directors.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2024-01-291h 14NROI Podcast46. NROI Podcast January 2024 #1The NROI Podcast returns for Season 3. In this episode we discuss the BoD approved change to the Production magazine capacity to 15 rounds as of 31 January 2024, The "Fan Mail" regarding the post about the December 2023 Question of the Month, and the forthcoming SCSA RO class. Also some information for those considering scheduling RO classes and about the potential fee increase that was proposed for this year.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@us...
2024-01-1552 minNROI Podcast45. NROI Podcast October 2023 #1We are back! In this episode: Handgun Nationals recap, welcome to two New Range Masters --> Applications for the RM Program Open November 1st, Thanks for all the great feedback at Handgun Nationals! Sig 21 Round P320 magazines with factory base pad may be over length per Sig, Walkthrough time poaching and what to do about it, the belt loops discussion again, Range is clear and cased guns, Limited Optics - Not legal for SCSA yet.And finally, the NROI Podcast is going to take a short break. We will be back on 20 November 2023.Featuring a "uniq...
2023-10-1657 minNROI Podcast44. NROI Podcast September 2023 #2All of the staff that worked in the RM capacity at the recently completed Open/PCC Nationals join the panel to discuss that match; what went right, what didn't go so right, and ideas on improving the match.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2023-09-251h 11NROI Podcast43. NROI Podcast September 2023 #1Update from the Open/PCC Nationals in Talladega, AL. From the mailbag: Overlaying targets with/without Hard Cover or No Shoot, All steel Speed Shoot legality, Obscured dots legality and use, Revisiting Table Start related DQs @ Area 1, Fixed Time and why clubs really need to run these as part of their matches, 10.7 and incapacitation, and a special update from Troy.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2023-09-1157 minNROI Podcast42. NROI Podcast August 2023 #2This week we dive into a full mailbag to discuss topics including: Fault lines, Squibs with no recorded time, more Limited Optics questions, PCC Weak Shoulder, State mandated magazine capacities and USPSA rules, Using long guns with a holstered handgun in SCSA, shortening your frame or grip in Production/CO, Non-magazine fed rimfire long guns in SCSA, using your handgun as a backup for your PCC, unlicensed cardboard targets and more!Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling...
2023-08-281h 03NROI Podcast41. NROI Podcast August 2023 #1This time around, our globe trotting Troy fills us in on why he was in Suriname awhile back and what is happening at the Canadian IPSC National Championship in Manitoba. Then we discuss maintenance of steel targets outside of the match and why that is very important for safety, how to find firearms that are compliant with state magazine restrictions, a discussion about mag capacity, optics and other division issues, more information on Fixed Time scoring, the origin of the 4 second penalty for not moving in Outer Limits, modifying grips for Production and Carry Optics, and when during the c...
2023-08-141h 17NROI Podcast40. NROI Podcast July 2023 #3In this episode Troy gives a rundown and recap of the recently completed Multi-Gun Nationals, we discuss how we classify optics that have a separate magnification unit, why using certified ROs/CROs is important and how many are required by the rules at the various levels, when can you legally disengage a thumb safety on a holstered firearm, do flashlights in Limited/L10/Limited-Optics need to be operable, PCC start positions that have the muzzle pointing over the berm, and our tribute to Jim Scoutten. Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely a...
2023-07-311h 19NROI Podcast39. NROI Podcast July 2023 #2In this episode: Reminder to participate in the online surveys for production, L10 and Limited Optics, where does advantage come into play in approving gun swaps during a match, does the RO need to see an empty chamber at Unload and Show Clear?, what is and is not acceptable as a chamber flag, fixing WSBs at the match, coaching and such at Steel Challenge, wearing body armor/helmets/gas masks/etc. during a match and does 5.3.1 come into play, what is meant by normal duty gear vs. duty type gear but not their duty gear for LE/Mil participants, "a...
2023-07-171h 10NROI Podcast38. NROI Podcast July 2023 #1In this episode we review the recently completed Carry Optics Nationals, discuss more holster considerations, more Virginia Count scoring, revisit use of suppressors in USPSA competition, squibs vs. case extraction/case separation and the rules, AD shots within 10 feet of your feet, and much more.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2023-07-031h 12NROI Podcast37. NROI Podcast June 2023 #2In this episode: Updates to the Multi-Gun rules are out, prop construction for majors, leaning on walls to make tight shots and the wall breaks or creates openings they shoot through, scoring unusual holes, changing match results after they are posted to correct issues, competitors placing cameras on the stage prior to shooting it, category changes, call hits on props like walls, what is legal for Limited Optics, Major/Minor scoring for Limited Optics, and more.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not c...
2023-06-191h 05NROI Podcast36. NROI Podcast June 2023 #1In this episode: Update coming to the MultiGun rules for minor corrections, MultiGun endorsement course updated for 2023 is available for all currently certified Range Officers, local range rules vs. local rules by the USPSA affiliate club, using white no shoot targets behind white steel, sight pictures and the differences between USPSA and IPSC, age limits for USPSA/SCSA and starting kids in the shooting sports, self-disqualification, and more!Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be se...
2023-06-0557 minNROI Podcast35. NROI Podcast May 2023 #2In this episode: Update on the printed rulebooks from Amazon publishing, Appendix D9 not in table of contents in the App, carrying magazines in the hand during a stage, lady competitors and belts/loops, removing gun/belt when not at the safe area in SCSA, plates falling in SCSA competition, emergency action plans on the range and more.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2023-05-2259 minNROI Podcast34. NROI Podcast May 2023 #1In this episode we discuss grace periods for renewal of RO certification, the Level 2 (CRO) seminar, denial of participation at your match, the NROI RO Discipline policy in depth, Steel Challenge RO and International NROI seminars, and a new NROI Tips video for SCSA coming soon.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2023-05-0856 minNROI Podcast33. NROI Podcast April 2023 #2The NROI staff is joined by DME Jake Martens and Adam Maxwell who is one of the MDs for the A5 Two-Gun and the USPSA Nationals matches this year. Discussion ensues regarding both Two-Gun matches in various flavors and the MG Nationals and what shooters can expect to find at both matches, the evolution of USPSA MultiGun, Nationals stage design and logistical considerations, and more.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@u...
2023-04-241h 34NROI Podcast32. NROI Podcast April 2023 #1The NROI crew discuss some of the rumors circulating on social media, the Range Officer's Creed and what it means to you as a Range Officer, membership in NASO and why you might want to join that organization as well, more information about the official NROI Calibration ammo (now available for preorder) and we answer a few questions from the mailbag.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2023-04-1053 minNROI Podcast31. NROI Podcast March 2023 #2In this episode NROI announces a partnership with Eley to produce and distribute official NROI calibration ammunition for use at matches of all levels; more information about Limited Optics and the availability of this at matches; local interpretation of rules; and more! We also debut a new somewhat regular segment called "Just Stop It!" where we address stuff people are doing which causes confusion, impacts competitive equity, and so on.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI r...
2023-03-2754 minNROI Podcast30. NROI Podcast March 2023 #1In this episode, the NROI team revisits the 10.2.2 and 10.2.2.1 rulings, again. Then discusses the Limited Optics Provisional Division that will go into effect 01 May, 2023 and the MG Provisional Modified Division, coaching penalties in SCSA, and more.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2023-03-1353 min
The Lambs Hill Shooting PodcastCan you reload with the same magazine???In this episode, we talk a little bit about what constitutes a legal reload under USPSA rules.*This episode is not produced or endorsed by the US Practical Shooting Association or Nation Range Officers Institute. All opinions are those of Lambs Hill USPSA and do not reflect those of the USPSA, NROI, or any of its staff or members*https://us.glock.com/https://outdoordynamics.net/https://www.ghostholsterdirect.com/https://huntershdgold.com/https://www.crspeed.co.za/https://techwearusa.com/https://gopro.com/en/us/Youtube:h...
2023-03-1209 minNROI Podcast29. NROI Podcast February 2023 #2The NROI team discusses the forthcoming rule changes recently released by the USPSA Board of Directors. Changes to both USPSA rule books as well as the SCSA rule book are discussed.We also talk about the effort to take the SCSA endorsement internationally.And we added a postscript to the episode discussing the ruling out February 24th regarding changes to 10.2.2 and 10.2.2.1.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent t...
2023-02-271h 12NROI Podcast28. NROI Podcast February 2023 #1Troy, Jodi and Kevin are joined by NROI's newest RMIs and discuss the January Question of the Month results and the dialog around that, the process by which NROI blog posts are made, assigning penalties, how to get a half-price seminar for your club, and more.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2023-02-1358 minNROI Podcast27. NROI Postcast January 2023 #2Long time RMI Jay Worden joins the usual cast to discuss 9.5.5 as a carry over from the discussion on the last episode.We also chat about the "new" 5.7x28 caliber we are being asked about for use in our sport, rules evolution and more!Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2023-01-301h 05
The Ricochet ReportEpisode 15: I'm Finally a NROI Range Officer!On this episode of The Ricochet Report I talk about my becoming a NROI RO for USPSA matches. I also discuss where The Ricochet Report is heading.Support the show
2023-01-3010 minNROI Podcast26. NROI Podcast January 2023 #1Special Guests JB Creech and Trent Cherin join the crew to discuss stats at major matches and some background on a new NROI program that is under development to help folks learn how to do stats for all levels of matches, especially our majors. There is a steep learning curve for these and the goal will be to drop that learning curve down and make it more accessible.We also answer a couple questions from the mailbox and give a minor update about how the comments on the proposed rule changes are going.Note: Transcriptions d...
2023-01-161h 16NROI Podcast25. NROI Podcast December 2022 #2**EARLY RELEASE** To get this information out to the membership as rapidly as possible this episode is being released out of normal sequence. In this episode, Jake Martens joins the NROI crew to discuss the proposed rule changes in greater depth and how the comment period and proposal process works.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2022-12-291h 24NROI Podcast24. NROI Postcast December 2022 #1Season 2 of the podcast opens with a travelogue from Troy about World Shoot in Thailand. New about the match, how World Shoot officiating happens and more match information. Also some great information for those that might be considering traveling with firearms internationally. We also touch on staff applications for the 2023 Nationals and the process behind those as well as the responsibilities matches that use Certified Ammo have to help with the process.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI rul...
2022-12-191h 07NROI Podcast23. NROI Podcast October 2022 #2For the Season 1 Finale, the NROI staff run through some topics generated by observations at the recent Nationals and run through some topics from the mailbag. Stage etiquette, gauging your mags BEFORE you go to the match, and much more is grist for the mill in this episode.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2022-10-311h 09NROI Podcast22. NROI Podcast October 2022 #1The NROI staff are joined by a members of the Back to Back Nationals staff to discuss the match, preparing to work big matches and more. Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2022-10-171h 04NROI Podcast21. NROI Podcast September 2022 #2In this installment, the NROI staff discuss a number of holster related questions, bracing on a port, handling some Practiscore issues, chronographs setup for optical vs. radar type chronographs, and the Certified Ammo Program specifics with special attention to how vendors get on the program, quality control measures, and more.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2022-09-261h 15NROI Podcast20. NROI Podcast September 2022 #1Another dive into the mailbag for this episode. The NROI crew discuss the 2022 Carry Optics Nationals and some unique stages, shooting targets under walls, SCSA Only RO Classes, NROI Logo on apparel use, properly using timers, using pre-recorded WSBs, defining unloaded vs. loaded firearm, what constitutes a proper reload, and grip modification for Production and Carry Optics. Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2022-09-1258 minNROI Podcast19. NROI Podcast August 2022 #3The USPSA NROI crew is joined by Jim Smith, DNROI, and Jennifer Eichenberg ADNROI of Canadian ISPC NROI, to discuss the recent Canadian IPSC Nationals match in Nova Scotia, NROI for the US vs. Canada, traveling to/from Canada to the US and International travel with firearms, the recent gun law changes in Canada, some of the major rules differences between IPSC and USPSA and, of course, wings and beer.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions s...
2022-08-291h 15NROI Podcast18. NROI Podcast August 2022 #2Another dive into the mailbag for this episode. We revisit the shrouded "race type" holsters for Carry Optics, discuss a thumb rest for Glocks that is producing a lot of questions, what happens when your optic departs during a stage, challenging another competitor's ammo, changing your RO certification renewal date, Troy covers cardboard target manufacturing and vendors, we discuss competitive equity and how USPSA handles cheating. Also an update on staffing for Nationals, some IPSC matches in Florida looking for help, and a reminder about scheduling classes.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be...
2022-08-151h 23NROI Podcast17. NROI Podcast August 2022 #1Another dive into the mailbag for this episode. The topic include: Holstering rimfire pistols in Steel Challenge, the brass barrel weight "flashlights", sighting through non-opaque walls, bouncing bullets, thigh straps/thigh rigs, using white "shoot" targets, and a discussion of legal holsters for Carry Optics and Production.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2022-08-0135 minNROI Podcast16. NROI Podcast July 2022 #2This episode features another dive into the email inbox covering topics such as: The NROI Work Record, why do it, what we use it for, etc.; Use of modular holsters; Match Scoring; Questions for Outlaw matches that "use USPSA safety rules"; an update on Nationals staffing and news regarding the US teams headed to Thailand for World Shoot.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2022-07-1951 minNROI Podcast15. NROI Podcast July 2022 #1In this episode, the team answers more questions sent in to rules@uspsa.org including; leaving the start position at "make ready", intentionally starting unloaded, who can make the calls, thumb rest type replacement parts in Carry Optics (and other divisions), and start positions for PCC plus an update on staffing needs for the Back to Back Nationals due to the rescheduling and the move to CMP.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent t...
2022-07-041h 05NROI Podcast14. NROI Podcast June 2022 #2Two-Gun Nationals RMs Dan Bernard and Thomas Howard join the podcast to discuss the recently completed match at the Cameo Range in Colorado. Troy also goes over some of the details on how to maintain range steel to ensure best possible results and limit the number of calibrations required for a match.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2022-06-201h 03NROI Podcast13. NROI Podcast June 2022 #1In this episode we discuss shot timer accuracy, illegal target presentations, checking for squibs on the clock, practicing stages after setup but before the match and an update on scheduling NROI seminars (hint: Get them scheduled folks...the calendar is already filling up!)Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2022-06-061h 01NROI Podcast12. NROI Podcast May 2022 #2The focus of this episode is on the recently completed Classic Nationals (Single Stack, L10 and Revolver). Nationals Range Masters Kyle Stephens and Russell "Perrier" Fortney join the podcast for the discussion.The USPSA Stage Library mentioned in this episode can be found at https://uspsa.org/stagesNote: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2022-05-301h 11NROI Podcast11. NROI Podcast May 2022 #1Zack Jones, Steel Challenge Coordinator, joins the NROI team to discuss Steel Challenge and the recently completed World match, possible changes coming for next year's match, and some possible rules updates.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2022-05-091h 02NROI Podcast10. NROI Podcast April 2022 #2The NROI team discusses a number of recent questions submitted by members including questions concerning Steel Challenge rules, Production guns, crowd control on stages and more. As always, you can submit your questions to rules@uspsa.orgNote: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2022-04-2549 minNROI Podcast9. NROI Podcast April 2022 #1In this episode we go through some recent questions from members involving: delayed DQ calls, loss of hearing (and eye) protection, the use of delegates during scoring, and coaching penalties.We also get an after action reports on the recently completed MultiGun in Clinton House, SC and on the maiden voyage of the new Level 1 RO Seminar.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2022-04-1057 minNROI Podcast8. NROI Podcast March 2022 #2This week we discuss the NROI RO Incident Form and RO Discipline process. We also discuss a recent question regarding hits on walls and what is and is not part of the wall. Jodi gives us an update on the new Level 1 RO program and Troy gives an update on the MG Nationals venue in Clinton House, SC.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2022-03-2847 minNROI Podcast7. NROI Podcast March 2022 #1In this episode Troy, Jodi and Kevin welcome Kelly Brown a very active member out of Oklahoma who discusses her recent experience attending a CRO seminar that was part of an NROI Double Header weekend with both the Level 1 and Level 2 seminars being taught simultaneously at her home club. We discuss the seminar and the immediate impact this had on her club match the following weekend. We also delve deeper into some club culture issues we are seeing across the country and how this affects the sport.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be...
2022-03-121h 13NROI Podcast6. NROI Podcast February 2022 #2In this episode we go over Appendix A1 and A2 of the rulebook, discuss key RO calls such as finger in the trigger guard and when the safety needs to be on when holstering or placing a firearm on an object such as a table, the Weak Hand Only, Reload, Weak Hand Only stage at last Fall's Nationals, online learning and the possibility of a totally online RO seminar, and holding Nationals in Colorado where high capacity magazines are restricted.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any...
2022-02-2554 minNROI Podcast5. NROI Podcast February 2022 #1In this episode we talk about some NROI related statistics, discuss many of the frequently asked questions around PCC, and give a peek under the hood of the changes coming to the seminars later this year.Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
2022-02-1242 min