IDPA matches are all shot from concealment so you will need a "covering garment". Most folks use one of those "photographer vests" or something similar. Or you can just wear your jacket if the weather's not too hot. That is the only clothing requirement other than the belt and holster setup.
Originally Posted by
Otterstedt
I am thinking about getting into IDPA or something similar next fall. I'm not interested in competing per se, I just would like to learn and practice some basic defensive shooting skills.
A few words need to be said here about IDPA. This is not a knock against them, I make these statements purely for clarification.
Most folks make the mistake of believing the because the "D" stands for defensive that you can learn to defend yourself by competing in IDPA. You need to understand that IDPA is first and foremost a competition. If you play by the rules, you will not be following proper defensive techniques.
You will learn to draw and fire an accurate shot under time pressure. You will learn some reloading techniques, and you will learn to transition to multiple targets. These are all good basic skills to learn and practice. What you will NOT learn is how to defend yourself with a pistol. For that you need training under a qualified self defense instructor.
IDPA is fun, and you will meet a lot of nice folks. Just don't go into it with false expectations or you will be disappointed.
"The 1911 was the design, given by God to us through John M. Browning, that represents the epitome of what a killing tool needs to be. It was true in 1911 and it's true now." - Col. Robert Coates commanding, U.S. Marine Corp Special Operations Command Detachment 1 (DET 1)
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