xtreme381 8 Posted June 27, 2017 Hello! I've been a member of the forum for a little bit now but I'm finally getting around to introducing myself. I live in Union County (Cranford) now but grew up in Sussex Co. (I did a quick stint in Hudson Co. post college). I've been into shooting now for the past few years after a few friends got me hooked. I own a few pistols and an AR556. I typically shoot at RTSP since I'm a member but looking to try other ranges throughout the state that offer different experiences. Eventually I wouldn't mind getting into competitive shooting as well but finding the time and funds to train proves difficult. I hope to get to know other people in the area with a similar in shooting sports as myself. Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ghanson 5 Posted June 27, 2017 Hello! I've been a member of the forum for a little bit now but I'm finally getting around to introducing myself. I live in Union County (Cranford) now but grew up in Sussex Co. (I did a quick stint in Hudson Co. post college). I've been into shooting now for the past few years after a few friends got me hooked. I own a few pistols and an AR556. I typically shoot at RTSP since I'm a member but looking to experience other ranges throughout the state that offer different experiences. Eventually I wouldn't mind getting into competitive shooting as well but finding the time and funds to train proves difficult. I hope to get to know other people in the area with a similar in shooting sports as myself. Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk Welcome, I'm new here myself and not far from you (kenilworth). RTSP is nice and one I go to occasionally too, was just there on Saturday for Sig Sauer day but I'm not a member. Sent from my SM-G930T using TapatalkWelcome, I'm new here myself and not far from you (kenilworth). RTSP is nice and one I go to occasionally too, was just there on Saturday for Sig Sauer day but I'm not a member. Sent from my SM-G930T using TapatalkSent from my SM-G930T using Tapatalk 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krdshrk 3,877 Posted June 27, 2017 Welcome - close to you as well (Linden). I shoot at SCFGPA (Private range I have a membership at). For competition, SCFGPA has IDPA matches on the 3rd Sunday of the month. Old Bridge Rifle & Pistol Club has IDPA matches on the 2nd Sunday and USPSA Matches on the 4th Sunday of the month. Any of those events will be good to start with assuming you're comfortable with holster draw and moving while shooting. They're all friendly to beginners, though the USPSA matches will be a lot more intense. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xtreme381 8 Posted June 27, 2017 Thanks for the replies! I need to do a bit more training before I think I'd feel comfortable competing. I try to get up to RTSP at least once a month but would like to increase that. It's hard given the distance. Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlueLineFish 615 Posted June 27, 2017 Welcome to the forums. Close as well in Bayonne. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bklynracer 1,265 Posted June 27, 2017 3 hours ago, xtreme381 said: Hello! I've been a member of the forum for a little bit now but I'm finally getting around to introducing myself. I live in Union County (Cranford) now but grew up in Sussex Co. (I did a quick stint in Hudson Co. post college). I've been into shooting now for the past few years after a few friends got me hooked. I own a few pistols and an AR556. I typically shoot at RTSP since I'm a member but looking to experience other ranges throughout the state that offer different experiences. Eventually I wouldn't mind getting into competitive shooting as well but finding the time and funds to train proves difficult. I hope to get to know other people in the area with a similar in shooting sports as myself. Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk Welcome, also a member at RTSP. Try to go 2-3 times a month. Normally go early on the weekends before the family gets up. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xtreme381 8 Posted June 27, 2017 Welcome, also a member at RTSP. Try to go 2-3 times a month. Normally go early on the weekends before the family gets up. That's my normal time too. I like to go during member only hours to avoid the wait. Lately though I've been able to get up during the week on days off. It's great because there's never a wait or a rush. Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xtreme381 8 Posted June 27, 2017 Welcome - close to you as well (Linden). I shoot at SCFGPA (Private range I have a membership at). For competition, SCFGPA has IDPA matches on the 3rd Sunday of the month. Old Bridge Rifle & Pistol Club has IDPA matches on the 2nd Sunday and USPSA Matches on the 4th Sunday of the month. Any of those events will be good to start with assuming you're comfortable with holster draw and moving while shooting. They're all friendly to beginners, though the USPSA matches will be a lot more intense.I've never heard of SCFGPA. I just looked it up and had no idea it was that close. I'm just starting to learn about these type of members only ranges throughout NJ. I grew up by Cherry Ridge but never had the chance to shoot there. I really want to get to an outdoor range with my rifle since RTSP only goes up to 25ydsSent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krdshrk 3,877 Posted June 28, 2017 Yep - There's Lake Island in Carteret as well, but that one's pretty much geared towards rimfire/bullseye shooting - not my bag. SCFGPA has 100 yard underground rifle tubes but they're more for just functional testing or sighting in or just blasting - it's hard to be accurate in there. Gun for Hire in Woodland Park has a 50 yard indoor rifle range which is pretty neat. They're expanding the range too. Old Bridge has 100 yard outdoor but they're pretty expensive to join - if you shoot a lot it's worth it. Your best bet may be to join Range 14. It's a bit of a drive but there's 200 yard outdoor and it's fairly inexpensive. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oakridgefirearms 224 Posted June 28, 2017 WELCOME!!!!!!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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xtreme381 8 Posted June 28, 2017 Thank you all for the warm welcome! Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Walt of Destiny 412 Posted June 29, 2017 Hola amigo! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GeorgeHM 5 Posted July 2, 2017 Welcome to the forum. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sroc112 24 Posted July 2, 2017 Greetings from Westfield. I also shoot at RTSP, not a member and don't get to make it there quite as often as id like. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gleninjersey 2,141 Posted July 3, 2017 Greetings and salutations. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites