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TACTICAL JOURNAL Official Publication of the International Defensive Pistol Association The Great Ammo Shortage Where do we go from here? 3 The 3 C’s of Concealment Garments Summer 2021 | Volume 25 | Issue 2 How do you Stack Up? When was the last time you measured your skill level? TABLE OF CONTENTS Director’s Letter From a Woman's Perspective: Spring is Here! Just like spring flowers, matches are popping up everywhere. Joyce Wilson The Great Ammo Shortage of 2020 - 2021 4 8 16 20 TACTICAL JOURNAL 28 Got Ya Covered! The Ideal Cover Garment Jackie Russo Where do we go from here? Rick Lund Match Review Texas Guardians IDPA Championship Honoring our military and first responders! Ben Petty Behind the Badge How do you Stack Up? When was the last time you measured your skill? Louie Tirona2 International Defensive Pistol Association’s TACTICAL JOURNAL Summer 2021Volume 25/Issue 2 Publisher Joyce Wilson EDITORIAL Editorial Director Robert Ray Creative Consultant Chris Schmied ADVERTISING Advertising Coordinator Kitty Richards The International Defensive Pistol Association’s Tactical Journal welcomes submissions of press releases and news of interest not currently available online or in print to our readers. All material is considered unsolicited and is subject to the approval of the Publisher, Editor, and Advisory Board. All submissions imply consent to publish and will not be monetarily compensated or returned. Viewpoints expressed in International Defensive Pistol Association’s Tactical Journal are those of their respective authors and are not necessarily held by the publisher. ADVERTISING RATES & INFORMATION: Contact IDPA AT ads@idpa.com. 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The International Defensive Pistol Association disclaims all liability for any consequential injuries or damages. No advertising item is intended for sale in those states where local restrictions may limit or prohibit the purchase, carry, or use of certain items. Mention of a product or service in text or advertisements does not imply endorsement or approval of that product by the International Defensive Pistol Association. All submissions imply consent to publish and will not be monetarily compensated or returned. If you’d like to submit an article, please send it to TacticalJournal@idpa.com. COPYRIGHT © 2019 INTERNATIONAL DEFENSIVE PISTOL ASSOCIATION, INC Around the Globe IDPA Development in Taiwan How we apply AirSoft in IDPA Matches Max Chiang 39 58 62 Pro Tips Low Round Count Training Solutions How to Survive the Ammo Crunch Mike Seeklander Gear Corner When was the last time you measured your skill? By Louie Tirona 68 Upcoming Matches 70 Trophy Room Winners from the 2020 Space Coast Challenge 51 Match Review Space Coast Challenge 2020 The Ultimate Team Sport Duane Charter & Paul Zima100% AMERICAN MADE & OWNED Starline’s new line of high quality rifle brass hits the mark, every time, so you can too. Superior quality brass at the best possible price—Starline’s rifle brass is a Value that Holds True. PURCHASE FROM YOUR FAVORITE RELOADING SUPPLIER OR ORDER FACTORY DIRECT. STARLINEBRASS.COM | 1!800" 280-6660Spring is Here! Welcome back! Just like the Robin’s appearance signals spring, we see signs of the much-desired return to normal in the many IDPA matches, both local and sanctioned, that are taking place all over the world. As we all attend local and sanctioned matches, I hope you will be looking toward the 2021 IDPA National Championship presented by Beretta. MD Seth Hayden and his AMD staff Marty Johnson, Frank Strong, and Noel Gardner continue to work hard in preparing a feast of stages for you. This year’s Nationals, to be held Sept. 22nd-25th, will be a celebration of our post- pandemic freedom. Applications for Nationals will open on June 7th, so now is the time to be shooting and gathering your points. A limited amount of Just like spring flowers, matches are popping up everywhere. Director's Letterammunition can be purchased for the match through the Cameo Sporting and Education Complex. You will be able to purchase up to 400 rounds, more than enough for the match. Information and caveats can be found on the IDPA website and official Facebook page. Ammunition will go on sale for registered participants only on July 15th. In the next few months, you will see some welcome changes to the IDPA website. 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Members were excited to see one another and calls of, “I commodity. While industry insiders expect the shortage to abate next year, this is still a challenge for us in 2021. As we mention to our callers, the best places to check are the many online retailers, or your local sporting goods store that may get a shipment. 6 have missed you” and “It is so great to see everyone” echoed across the range. I was reminded that IDPA is more than shooting; it’s also about spending time with like-minded individuals to celebrate our freedom and life beyond the pandemic. We are not, however, out of the woods just yet. There remain some challenges ahead for all of us, including the current ammunition shortage. Every day we get calls at HQ asking if we know where folks can purchase ammo. Sadly, we do not. This dilemma has led us to include suggesting shooting .22s in the SPD division at Tier 1 matches and asking our ACs to encourage their MDs to limit round count in matches. All ammo manufacturers are struggling to get components, and this has caused a bottleneck in the supply chain for this precious Members were excited to see one another and calls of, “I have missed you” and “It is so great to see everyone” echoed across the range. I was reminded that IDPA is more than shooting; it’s also about spending time with like-minded individuals to celebrate our freedom and life beyond the pandemic. We also showcased several Facebook Live events focused on dry fire. This practice method offers many advantages and no expenditure of ammunition. Several of our match directors for sanctioned matches have been clever in establishing a relationship with ammo producers and have been able to offer the sale of ammunition for the match that they are sponsoring. One of the other challenges has been the gun regulations that are passing with much speed at the behest of our new presidential administration. Thinking of the adage, “There is no rest for the weary”, there is no rest for the committed gun owner. We must be ever vigilant, staying informed and, more importantly, ever active in our efforts to thwart these gun grabbers who wish to eliminate our ability to protect ourselves and enjoy the shooting sports. Each state in the US has at least one grassroots organization that fights against these initiatives. I urge you to support these groups with your contributions and, most importantly, your time, to save the freedoms we now enjoy. Like the robin that buoys our spirits and tells us that new growth and warmer weather are on their way, I welcome you back to our wonderful sport and wish you a successful shooting spring. Next >