We are trying to start an ultimate field target match in North Carolina. Other clubs are holding ultimate field target matches but only a few have rules and they are not the same. I would like to see a set of rules that we all can use and improve on as UTF becomes more popular. First is equipment Guns and accessories. Next is knock down targets for UFT are expensive, we have made some targets with HIT lights that go off when the paddle is hit and can be seen past 200 yards. These are about $10.
I don't want to see a set of iron clad rules and a governing body that controls UFT, but if it gets really popular it may come to that.
I would like to hear your thoughts on this.
Following. Similar situation here in Minnesota.
I think that first we should agree on a name. ¿no?
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But beyond that, there should be FEW rules and sportsmanship should be encouraged.
I also believe that, since this will be a, possibly, Uniquely American endeavour, we should go back to the origins of FT when it WAS a Hunting Simulation game.
In that context, there is no reason why KZ's should be round, on the contrary, they SHOULD follow the anatomy of the animal in question.
With the current technology, it is just as difficult/easy to cut a circle than to cut a more elaborate shape.
While it is nice to have the distances given, the usage of a rangefinder not only should be allowed but promoted. Whether stand alone or scope mounted, the current technology offers interesting options that are far less expensive than a "serious" FT scope.
The current limit of 80 ft-lbs seems generous enough, so no change there.
The definition of standing or kneeling shot should contemplate the reality of the field, and, perhaps, we need two different styles of forced positions: Supported and unsupported. Which is what is normal in the field. Sometimes there is handy rock or tree, sometimes there isn't.
The use of "unorthodox" FT's should also be recognized and encouraged. "Fall down" targets that are not totally airgun suitable (like elephants, LOL!) make it fun and challenging at the same time. In a windy day a "stand up prairie dog" can be real hard to hit, while a running cheetah, located just behind some objects could make the rangefinding and vertical holding on the slender target a real challenge.
In MANY ways, without the shackles of an international organization, we can reclaim the simplicity of old.
MAIN issue will be the big dollar shoots. Because those will skew the rationality, LOL!
JMHO
Keep well and shoot straight!
HM
