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Taran Butler is considered one of the most versatile shooters in the world. He is the first ever USPSA Multigun National Tactical Champion and Weapons Trainer to the Stars.

It's an undeniable fact that competition and combat solve different problems. Mistaking one for the other or rejecting either one is a mistake.

talking about 2026 IDPA nationals in Marengo Ohio.

View in Browser October 6, 2026 INDUSTRY NEWS The Glock 46: A Glock you can't have GunDigest The Glock 46 was designed to fill a contract with the German state of Saxony-Anhalt for its 6,000-plus officers. Rumors ab…

When U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Dan Antonio Deladingco, 9th Mission Support Group (MSG) executive assistant, first stepped onto a firing range nearly 16 years ago, he never imagined it would lead him to represent the Unit…

Galactic Pistol Alliance jettisons rule confusion and offers a much more relaxed model for newcomers to competition shooting, all while keeping cool shooting stages and an emphasis on safety.

Send us Fan Mail We chat with a Master shooter and multiple division champion how to build a winning match plan. Join us as we all take notes...

The latest step in the evolution of Beretta's 90 series of handguns is the 94X Performance, a handgun that the company calls “the ultimate evolution of the Beretta competition pistol for IPSC and USPSA.”

Read: Building Better Survivors: John Hearne of Two Pillars Training [ZEROED] from Tom Marshall on September 30, 2026 for Recoil.

View in Browser September 29, 2026 INDUSTRY NEWS Luger collecting: An addictive pursuit GunDigest Addiction takes many forms, and my current addiction is the Luger pistol. This classic handgun goes by several monike…

I hadn't shot IDPA all year and tried to cowboy the nationals - it didn't go well - it's a different game than USPSA lol. Here are the moving targets from the match. All firearms displayed in this video are for info…

Send us Fan Mail Joe Catlin continues to put out a great IDPA match in the center of California. Join us as we hear his secrets how he does it.

Leo thought his biggest enemy was dreams within dreams. Nah, it's a slow draw and bad split times 🎯 We rewrote the airport scene: instead of a passport, we handed him the tool to snap back to reality. If your timer beep…

Getting a proper zero isn't rocket science. It just takes a little understanding and a few adjustments to your red dot pistol.

Discover Walther Arms' legendary pistols like the iconic PPK and the innovative PDP series. Engineered for unmatched reliability, ergonomics, and performance. Walther Arms delivers precision-crafted handguns blending tim…

Discover Walther Arms' legendary pistols like the iconic PPK and the innovative PDP series. Engineered for unmatched reliability, ergonomics, and performance. Walther Arms delivers precision-crafted handguns blending tim…

Walt Kuleck on Jeff Cooper, the 1911, and shooting history.

IDPA is one of the most popular shooting sports in America. Here are some of the Pros and Cons of IDPA. Read more here on Primer Peak!

View in Browser September 22, 2026 TOP NEWS IDPA offices closed during 2026 IDPA National Championship IDPA IDPA HQ is closed while our staff is at the 2026 IDPA National Championship Presented by JP Enterprises. We…

View Robert S. Montgomery Jr.'s obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.

Send us Fan Mail We hijack four of the most popular magazine holsters from Midwest Competition Works and beat the hell out of them in search of the true benefits, flaws and personal thoughts, uncensored.

Looking for the best competition pistols for USPSA and IDPA? We break down top platforms by division, trigger quality, and price — plus the holsters and gear you need to compete.

View in Browser September 15, 2026 TOP NEWS IDPA Launches Official Stage Library for Members IDPA IDPA is pleased to announce the launch of its new Official IDPA Stage Library , a valuable resource developed by the…

The International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) is pleased to announce that BELT Hunter Constantine will be a sponsor of the 2026 IDPA National Championship. Known for its innovative approach to concealed-carry equ…

Trijicon, makers of sighting devices for firearms, has signed up to sponsor the 2026 IDPA National Championship presented by JP Enterprises. “We’re thrilled to have Trijicon on board to support the National Championship …

The International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) is proud to announce that Olight USA will be a sponsor of the IDPA 2026 National Championship, supporting one of the premier practical shooting competitions in the co…

Looking for the best shot timer for your firearm training? In this video, we provide an in-depth shot timer comparison and full review of the SG Timer 2 vs. SG Timer GO by Shooters Global. Whether you are looking to buy…

IDPA is pleased to announce the launch of its new Official IDPA Stage Library, a valuable resource developed by the Continuing Education Team to support clubs, Match Directors, and members around the world. The Stage Lib…

Jim Scoutten presents a History's Guns segment on Greg S. Murry. Shooting USA airs every Wednesday on Outdoor Channel. http://www.patreon.com/ShootingUSA For more information, head to http://www.shootingusa.com For full…

Dry firing movement and gun manipulation is great - until match day stress hits and the timer beeps! ⏱️⚡️ Pro shooter Lena Miculek takes her dry fire to the next level by combining firearm function + movement WITH a sho…

Jim Scoutten hosts a segment showing U.S. Marines trying their hand in cowboy action shooting. Shooting USA airs every Wednesday on Outdoor Channel. http://www.patreon.com/ShootingUSA For more information, head to http:…

Comp-Tac’s International V2 keeps the draw that made the original an IDPA favorite, then trims the shell, deepens the optic cut and ships with three mounts in the box.

IDPA is pleased to announce that Dragon Tooth Gear has signed on to sponsor the 2026 IDPA US National Championship presented by JP Enterprises. Dragon Tooth, a leading expert in tactical apparel on a global scale, is ded…

View in Browser September 8, 2026 TOP NEWS Mumford Coldwater to Sponsor the 2026 IDPA National Championship Presented by JP Enterprises IDPA Mumford Coldwater is proud to announce its fifth annual sponsorship of the…

IDPA is pleased to announce that Victory Necessary Sports has signed on to sponsor the 2026 IDPA US National Championship presented by JP Enterprises. Victory Necessary Sports designs sports event IP development, event o…

In this episode of the Taking Aim Podcast, host Rich talks with Caleb Giddings, Marketing Manager at Taurus USA, about his winding path through the firearms industry — from Air Force Reserve small arms instructor and Coa…

Send us Fan Mail South Carolina IDPA State Coordinator joins us and shares his secrets to producing a great IDPA match experience.

Mumford Coldwater is proud to announce its fifth annual sponsorship of the 2026 International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) National Championship sponsored by JP Enterprises, supporting one of the premier events in…

Practice Session 🎯 28 Alpha | 7 Charlie ⏱️ 18.78 Seconds 📈 8.57 Hit Factor The definition of success for this session was: Anchored vision while moving and blending techniques. The goal wasn’t to force speed. It was t…

Risk is only worth it if you have the skills to back it up. Develop the skills, and it will all be worth it! #uspsacarryoptics #competition #shootinggame #worthit 00:00 Intro 00:20 Turnagain 01:02 Stage Break Down 01:2…

When I was 10 years old, I read Jeff Cooper’s articles in Guns & Ammo magazine in which he extolled the 1911 “.45 automatic” as the ultimate gunfighting/self-defense handgun. What he wrote made a great deal of sense to m…

John Scoutten hosts a segment going over the history behind Camp Perry's national trophies. Shooting USA airs every Wednesday on Outdoor Channel. http://www.patreon.com/ShootingUSA For more information, head to http://w…

Midwest Competition Works, a premier manufacturer of precision competition firearm components and custom tuning gear, announced its sponsorship for the 2026 International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) National Cham…

Take a look at the Kriss Vector, a weapon with a modern look, chambered at .45 that will fit all of your personal defense needs. - RECOIL

View in Browser September 1, 2026 TOP NEWS New International Point of Contact for Latin America announced IDPA Mariana Corrales of Buenos Aires, Argentina, is the new Latin America International Point of Contact (IP…

Mariana Corrales of Buenos Aires, Argentina is the new Latin America International Point of Contact (IPOC) and is the first female to hold this role. Her home club is IDPA – TDU (C0797), and the club’s shooting range is …

The International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) has proudly announced that Scheel Manufacturing has signed on as a sponsor for the 2026 National Championship. Scheel Manufacturing is an American firearms components…

Iowa DNR's SASP promotes youth competitive shooting sports, providing resources, training, and support for students in action shooting disciplines statewide.

Send us Fan Mail Join us on scene in Oxford, North Carolina as we chat about what would you recommend a new shooter begin with.

John Scoutten hosts a segment on the 50 Meter Junior Olympic Championship Shooting USA airs every Wednesday on Outdoor Channel. http://www.patreon.com/ShootingUSA For more information, head to http://www.shootingusa.com…

Beretta announces a new integrally ported version of the APX-A1 striker-fired semi-automatic pistol, dedicated to tactical and defensive applications, and to practical shooting competitions

Complete guide to USPSA competition: divisions, scoring, gear, and classification from a competitor shooting since 2014. Everything for your first match.

Editor’s Note: The content in this article is presented for informational purposes. The article does not replace quality training from a qualified instructor. The Newhall Incident was a formative moment in American law e…

Vintage Taran Butler, point shooting faster than anyone. @TaranTactical Shooting USA airs every Wednesday on Outdoor Channel. http://www.patreon.com/ShootingUSA For more information, head to http://www.shootingusa.com …

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View in Browser August 25, 2026 TOP NEWS Talon Designer to sponsor the 2026 IDPA National Championship Presented by JP Enterprises IDPA The International Defensive Pistol Association has announced that Talon Designe…

The International Defensive Pistol Association has announced that Talon Designer has signed on as a sponsor for the 2026 IDPA National Championship Presented by JP Enterprises. Talon Designer is built to make match plann…

Warren Tactical is excited to support IDPA and the competitors who will come together for one of the biggest events in defensive pistol competition. The 2026 IDPA National Championship Presented by JP Enterprises takes p…