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Would jacket, trousers and boots improve my scores?
Posted: Tue May 19, 2009 5:22 pm
by Bullseeker
I am currently averaging 9s (10m air rifle), when shooting strips totalling 50/100/200/400.
(so : 45/90/180/360, if you see what I mean?), this is without the specialised jacket, trousers and boots.
I would like to know, in your opinion, if the above items were purchased, would they noticeably improve my scores/consistency?
All help/advice gratefully received.
Bullseeker
Posted: Tue May 19, 2009 5:28 pm
by Jordan F.
Yes! That is actually really good without jackets and pants. I average about 8's if I am lucky without any gear. With full gear I shoot around 570/600 so great definately does help!
Posted: Tue May 19, 2009 5:31 pm
by peepsight
The simple answer is yes. A stiff canvas jacket is essential and so are shooting boots. Shooting pants can come later.
Peeps
Posted: Wed May 20, 2009 3:47 am
by talladega
I noticed a huge improvement going to a Jacket which i'm still not sure if I have it adjusted totally right after 2 years. I'm now looking at getting pants. I wouldn't mind boots but my skateboard shoes give me great stability.
I would say the jacket improved my average by about 5 - 8 points out of 100.
Posted: Thu May 21, 2009 1:15 pm
by Rank
And just the pants ?
I have all the stuff except the pants...
In this case, aquiring pants really makes much difference ?
How much stability the pants give us ?
Posted: Thu May 21, 2009 2:13 pm
by Moushka
Rank wrote:And just the pants ?
I have all the stuff except the pants...
In this case, aquiring pants really makes much difference ?
How much stability the pants give us ?
Pants can give even
more support than jackets.
The reason is easy, pants sit very close to the body, while the jackets have to be wider.
But the pants need to have a very good fit in the lower back and the upper part of the pants must have a good construction.
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Posted: Thu May 21, 2009 3:41 pm
by 2650 Plus
Response to the orriginal issue, YES, Read every post above as every one will be helpful. You are already exceeding what most of us can do without the proper clothing. Good Shooting Bill Horton
Re: Would jacket, trousers and boots improve my scores?
Posted: Sat May 30, 2009 6:56 pm
by robf
Bullseeker wrote:I am currently averaging 9s (10m air rifle), when shooting strips totalling 50/100/200/400.
(so : 45/90/180/360, if you see what I mean?), this is without the specialised jacket, trousers and boots.
I would like to know, in your opinion, if the above items were purchased, would they noticeably improve my scores/consistency?
All help/advice gratefully received.
Bullseeker
Yes, and if your breaking 9 av without it, then you should get the lot... and it's worth considering a made to measure if your an unusual shape.
However, there is a catch... you may stick the gear on and start really scoring well... but you may have a wobble or few, and it might take time to adjust to the way the stuff feels and the position changes that can occur.
But i'd bit the bullet, and perhaps introduce each item one by one... jacket one month... boots next.... trousers next. After getting all the clobber i'm giving consideration to a made to measure, but i need to meet my performance aim first.
Don't underestimate underclothing as well... if you cant afford the good stuff then at least shoot in the exactly the same gear (underwear included)...
Posted: Mon Jun 01, 2009 10:54 am
by TWP
There is a reason why the top shooters in our sport wear jacket, pants, and boots. And that reason is not because they like the stylish looks.
Jacket, Pants, and Boots all help to increase your score and if you are not wearing them you are throwing points away.
Posted: Mon Jun 01, 2009 1:17 pm
by peepsight
bullseeker
YES.
Peeps
Jacket, Boots & Pants
Posted: Mon Jun 01, 2009 1:31 pm
by tradewind
Yes, the clothing and boots will help but remember, they need to be a good fit. Take time to obtain the right sizing. Too big or too small will be uncomfortable and may not help you. After you purchase your items, know that it will take time to get comfortable with the stiffness of everything. Your position and adjustments may change but in the end, your scores will improve.
Would jacket, trousers and boots improve my scores?
Posted: Fri Jun 12, 2009 6:01 pm
by Bullseeker
I just wanted to thank you all for your helpful replies to my question. I now feel I can make a better and more considered decision regarding the clothing thanks to the advice given.
Regards and best wishes,
Bullseeker