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Miles to Matches

Miles to Matches

A weekly Education podcast
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Miles to Matches

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Chad and Francis have created a number of "inventions" or new ways of solving common problems. This episode is all about how to approach challenges that you encounter and how the pair created the products they've helped design or manufacturer.
2024 Vortex Vengeance is complete and the hosts recap some important items they learned during the match. From staying mentally engaged to simplifying their approach to wind calls to the importance of staying on the rifle through the shot, this
This episode, Chad and Francis cover all things front support, including bipods. But not all bipods are the the same and no bipod is PERFECT for all scenarios. They duo deep dive on the mechanics of what your rifle experiences during recoil on
This week, Chad and Francis discuss when experimenting is the correct approach to advance your skills. Sometimes the easiest path forward is to follow those that blazed the original trail. However, there is a fundamental difference between "Lea
Our sport has continuously evolved to find new levels of precision and accuracy. From bullet design to chassis to optics, virtual no area of precision rifle shooting is the same as it was even 10-15 years ago. However, bag fill is one of the mo
Traveling to matches is part of the experience. However, sometimes choosing your method of travel - either driving or flying - is not straight forward. This week, Chad and Francis discuss how to make the most of your trip and considerations reg
Chad and Francis hit the road for one last trip with Betty, the tactical minivan! Barrels have life span. How do you identify and solve challenges with groups, SDs or ES. Listen in to hear how they diagnose changes in requirement that cause p
VPRC 2024 is in the bag! Chad and Francis debrief on the ride back from the stellar Virginia range VPRC. The match was a great mix of learning moments and success when it comes to dealing with switching winds (angle and velocity).
Francis and Chad pick up where they left off the last episode, finishing the GREAT DEBATE: Mils vs MOA vs IPHY. While this may seem like a trivial or mundane topic, it hits some solid points on how they "think" in terms of units as often as pos
Besides discussing the number of speed traps, Chad and Francis have a solid discussion around one of the most common topics in precision shooting: statistical significance. Rather than delving into a college level stats course, they talk about
Frostbite 2024: Chad and Francis recap what they learned at one of the coldest matches of the season. Dealing with switching wind directions, angle changes, cold weather gear and more.
Thank you! We've made it to our 101st episode! Chad and Francis recap their journey across the podcast and cover some ways they've seen match directors create awesome experiences. With that, they walk through ways shooters can build towards suc
Our 100th episode! This week Chad and Francis discuss the ideal of creating "Exponential Incremental Improvements". Finding ways to define your areas of improvement, setting a prioritized plan and building focus around that specific plan. The p
This is one of our FAVORITE episodes that we've ever recorded! We walk back through the equipment that gave us pivotal improvements throughout our careers in PRS. From Maverick and Goose in Top Gun to scopes to rear bags to the venerable 17 HMR
Trust is complicated: it's required to perform at a very high level but can also lead to disaster if not placed and verified properly. From equipment to techniques, the source and testing methods you employ can help you gain points by avoiding
Chad and Francis walk through their current brass prep methods. Some cool tips and tricks come out of this one to help with your SDs and keep your process consistent start to finish, with the goal of producing the best consistency possible for
Chad and Francis discuss practice routines and how they translate to a better understanding of your rifle and system. From short range practice to paper drills to rifle setup, the duo walk through ways practice and evaluate your performance for
What is your plan during the "Off Season"? Chad and Francis walk through there plans and process for the short 1-2 month period between each season. From equipment to training to goals to match schedule, they cover the details that matter most
Is there such a thing as "driving the rifle"? And if so, should you do it? This phrase is said frequently by Francis, but Chad has a different view on the topic. The pair walk through what they each think on the subject and try to set some bas
This episode is critical: Francis and Chad cover how they use combine multiple small processes into a single smooth flow that keeps them focused on the critical items at the right time. By reframing each task into a larger series of motions, do
An interesting subject this week, as Chad and Francis discuss the pros and cons of sharing wind calls during matches. The difference between the AG Cup and difficult standard match is mainly the lack of strategy and wind call sharing, creating
The host chat with Team MDT shooter Patrick Youngs on his experience winning the Australian PRS Finale. This episode has a lot of cool insight into what it's like traveling internationally to shoot PRS and how the cultures are similar yet diffe
Chad and Francis chat on the way home from the AG Cup, recalling there experiences and learning moments during the most challenging match of the 2023 season. 1 MOA targets, 10+mph wind gusts and challenging stage design made for an epic battle
Chronographs are important... And they just became even better and more convenient with the launch of the Garmin Xero. Chad and Francis share their experiences with the Garmin unit and how they use muzzle velocity tracking at various points to
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