With respect I think basing FT results on HFT experience doesn't work. FT GP's are almost twice as many targets, they have 50 unsupported shots, 40 out to 55yds, 10 of them kneeling and standing out 45yds. Wind aside, being able to even hit 45 yard unsupported positionals on a timer, on demand, in competition is a rare feat. I've seen top shots miss much closer when the pressure is on or when they've been through a tough shoot.Originally Posted by bozzer
I'm not sure if FT went down a similar route but 6 GP clearances in 10 years with all those top shooters taking part seems low and maybe an indication that there is too much bias on not wanting anyone to clear your course. Weather foercasts are very good ( not perfect ) these days within several days and certainly within a couple of days. So if the weather says 2mph wind with 6mph gusts then set the max number of long distance and max positionals. If it says 10mph with 20mph gusts then bring a few long ones in and drag a couple of positionals back.
Red ants this way.
European FT has become more technical because they are landlocked and lack the wind that makes the UK scene more interesting. It's not always possible to have the land and weather on tap to make a 30 yard 40mm kill a really tough shot, but the sport has been going in that direction for a number of years because not many enjoy a course that's maxed and there's no real need for it, unless you don't have the wind and terrain and you want to decide a world championship.
Not everyone does have a competition within an hour's drive, which is why club and regional courses aren't GP's... there's a structure that allows people to find their level. It doesn't mean a club course should be crap or unchallenging.
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