Going to the Super Shoot?

Hunter

Hunter

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I’ve never been to the Super Shoot. Last year, I often thought of going but didn’t go. Over the past several weeks, I’ve been back-and-forth many times on whether to go this year. The main issues are the time and expense of going. Recognizing that: (1) I don’t expect to be anywhere near the top of the pack; (2) I’ve already experienced the "thrill" of being beaten by some of the “big boys”; and (3) I can shoot other matches closer to home and in fewer days, I wonder, “What is the attraction of going?” I guess it’s to see the “show” – kind of like a kid wanting to go to the fair. I’ve flip-flopped on this decision more than any other decision I can recall. If I go I’m sure I’ll have fun and look back at it with fond memories; if I don’t I’ll save money and maybe spend my time productively – but I’ll probably always wonder what it would be like to see the show.
 
Hunter, one thing

aka Hunter said:
I’ve never been to the Super Shoot. Last year, I often thought of going but didn’t go. Over the past several weeks, I’ve been back-and-forth many times on whether to go this year. The main issues are the time and expense of going. Recognizing that: (1) I don’t expect to be anywhere near the top of the pack; (2) I’ve already experienced the "thrill" of being beaten by some of the “big boys”; and (3) I can shoot other matches closer to home and in fewer days, I wonder, “What is the attraction of going?” I guess it’s to see the “show” – kind of like a kid wanting to go to the fair. I’ve flip-flopped on this decision more than any other decision I can recall. If I go I’m sure I’ll have fun and look back at it with fond memories; if I don’t I’ll save money and maybe spend my time productively – but I’ll probably always wonder what it would be like to see the show.
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you cannot do anywhere else other than the Super shoot is meet shooters from All The Continents other than Antartica, shoot alongside HOF members, on BOTH sides of you, talk with some of the TOP BR gunsmiths in the business, talk with some of the best bullet makers in the business......Get the picture? Don't know how long it will take you to drive to N. Lawrence, but I would suggest you leave at 0-dawn thirty Monday morning.

David
 
Best pecan pie in the world. They closed down the next best attraction, the local fish house. Damn, this is going to be a long drive for some pecan pie.
 
But Charlie,

CharlieH said:
Best pecan pie in the world. They closed down the next best attraction, the local fish house. Damn, this is going to be a long drive for some pecan pie.
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Where else can you get world class pie and see your friends all in one place? Arlene and Karen are waiting.
 
Charlie is correct on the Pecan pie.
My sister-in-law tried to claim the best. Then I told her I would drive 4 hrs for the best. In Ohio. We don't talk much anymore. It's ok.
But, there is a lot more pie. I even saw Rhubarb on the menu. Yukkie............
Think I counted 12 one day. Strawberry and Banana were really good.
 
My first rhubarb pie was tasted there. It is wonderful. Didn't find one I didn't like. Have them put a scoop of ice cream on it. A lot of wonderful places to eat in the area. Just a great bunch of people from all over this World. A lot of people camping at the range and a party every night.
I'm dying because I can't make it this year.
 
Fish House

Charlie,
The Fish House moved, They got a newer building and it doesn't have near the charm as the old place. I remember going there after the Super Shoot one year and the late Ed Watson had either won or was second at the Super Shoot He paid the bill for everybody in the place. Ed was a true Gentleman.
 
IT really happened!

SCOTTY CRAWFORD said:
Charlie,
The Fish House moved, They got a newer building and it doesn't have near the charm as the old place. I remember going there after the Super Shoot one year and the late Ed Watson had either won or was second at the Super Shoot He paid the bill for everybody in the place. Ed was a true Gentleman.
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Scotty, it was 2002 or maybe 2003. Ed finished second to Mike Ratigan (I think) and also won the Leupold scope and Bogie's world team pool for a roughly .160 in the 200 yd warmup. (Nudged me by a hair, felt so sorry for me he invited me to suppper) Actually though I had known Ed since we shot together in the late 60's and eaarly 70's. He lived about 50 miles from me before moving to Fl. and kept his house in Greenville for the summer months. after the docs took him off beef, etc. I took him a lot of venison, he could eat that. There were about 20-25 people at that dinner and Ed did pick up the check.
 
aka Hunter said:
If I go I’m sure I’ll have fun and look back at it with fond memories; if I don’t ... I’ll probably always wonder what it would be like to see the show.
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Well, I went to the Super Shoot and did have fun, and the "show" was memorable -- the motorhomes, campers and loading trailers, the "big-name" shooters who were there and the number of shooters who were there, the fancy paint jobs on some of the guns, the vendor tents, the movement of people and equipment between relays, and the rush to get ready before the "commence fire" command.

Jim Kelbly was very gracious and patient in helping me with my decision on whether to go. The pre-shoot excitement, meeting some of the shooters for the first time, visiting with other shooters whom I had met before, and having more experienced shooters offer encouragement and share with me various loading tips and shooting tactics were memorable. One particularly memorable event was encountering trigger trouble (twice) and the helpfulness of some other shooters in making a bad situation a bit better.

Thankfully, my wife went with me and she enjoyed the shoot also -- particularly taking pictures, meeting and talking with some of the shooters, and helping me get ready to get to the firing line on time. We also enjoyed sampling the treats at the Smuckers store in Orrville, touring the Amish country and talking to some of the Amish people. Her presence made the trip extra special. :)

Was it worth it? Yes, and I'd love to go again.

PS Congratulations to Tony Boyer on his win -- and to all the other shooters for being there.
 
Ed Watson

Butch , I considered Ed to be a good friend, along with his wonderful wifle Nelle. Lots of times @ super shoot, Ed would ask me to mind his store while he went to the line. Ed was @ the 1st match I ever attended, Wilmington , NC,, 1986. He tried to help, as I was shooting factory 40x br, 6mm BR. Yep I just thought I would add my (trying to be funny) comment. Ed was probably one of the very few to shoot his way into the Hall of Fame, w/o a PPC. He got most of his points w/ 6 X 47.
Butch Lambert said:
Ed was a good guy, but your post gave me a chuckle.
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Fish House

Yep, I was @ the Fish House one time when Ed Watson paid the tab. Me, Cheryl and Charlie Hood. I pretty sure Ed paid the tab for 20-25 people . Just as you said, Scotty, Ed Watson was a true gentilman.
SCOTTY CRAWFORD said:
Charlie,
The Fish House moved, They got a newer building and it doesn't have near the charm as the old place. I remember going there after the Super Shoot one year and the late Ed Watson had either won or was second at the Super Shoot He paid the bill for everybody in the place. Ed was a true Gentleman.
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aka Hunter said:
Well, I went to the Super Shoot and did have fun, and the "show" was memorable -- the motorhomes, campers and loading trailers, the "big-name" shooters who were there and the number of shooters who were there, the fancy paint jobs on some of the guns, the vendor tents, the movement of people and equipment between relays, and the rush to get ready before the "commence fire" command.

Jim Kelbly was very gracious and patient in helping me with my decision on whether to go. The pre-shoot excitement, meeting some of the shooters for the first time, visiting with other shooters whom I had met before, and having more experienced shooters offer encouragement and share with me various loading tips and shooting tactics were memorable. One particularly memorable event was encountering trigger trouble (twice) and the helpfulness of some other shooters in making a bad situation a bit better.

Thankfully, my wife went with me and she enjoyed the shoot also -- particularly taking pictures, meeting and talking with some of the shooters, and helping me get ready to get to the firing line on time. We also enjoyed sampling the treats at the Smuckers store in Orrville, touring the Amish country and talking to some of the Amish people. Her presence made the trip extra special. :)

Was it worth it? Yes, and I'd love to go again.

PS Congratulations to Tony Boyer on his win -- and to all the other shooters for being there.
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Mr Griff, sorry I didn't get to spend some time with you but it seemed it kept me busy trying to stay out of last place.

PS you and your wife probably missed the best Amish store in the area, Asherys. The Amish stores are nice but too many are catering to the bus-tourist crowd now...but that is where the money is. Something I can say about them they don't advertise "organic' but their food is. Trouble with many big name food suppliers today, much of their stuff comes out of Communist China....chicken...dog food, Kraft cheese, etc.

PPS the best chicken place, period, is in Orrville and it is Amish!!! (for the cut-up chicken you buy at the grocery store).
 
JerrySharrett said:
Mr Griff, sorry I didn't get to spend some time with you but it seemed it kept me busy trying to stay out of last place.

PS you and your wife probably missed the best Amish store in the area, Asherys....

PPS the best chicken place, period, is in Orrville and it is Amish!!! (for the cut-up chicken you buy at the grocery store).
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Jerry, for a "senile member," you have a good memory. :) Yes, we did miss Ashery's, a place that appears to be owned by Curt Yoder. While I was struggling with trigger problems, my wife was eating lunch at Mrs. Yoder's Kitchen (maybe Curt's relative?) -- and she thought it was wonderful. What's the name of the chicken place in Orrville? We did eat some very good fried chicken at an Amish place called Gerber's
 
aka Hunter said:
Jerry, for a "senile member," you have a good memory. :) Yes, we did miss Ashery's, a place that appears to be owned by Curt Yoder. While I was struggling with trigger problems, my wife was eating lunch at Mrs. Yoder's Kitchen (maybe Curt's relative?) -- and she thought it was wonderful. What's the name of the chicken place in Orrville? We did eat some very good fried chicken at an Amish place called Gerber's
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Grif, the Yoder name to the Amish is like Smith to us. As to chicken, we buy chicken breasts and fingers (didn't know chickens have fingers) prepackaged at our local Food City grocery stores and on the package it says Amish and the address is Orrville. (I didn't know chickens hav faces either)

Next time you have trigger or gun problems in general we always carry spare guns and triggers.

BTW, Kelblys keep several great benchrest gunsmiths on duty just to fix emergencies. In a 4-5 relay march they can repair or rebuild most anything and are glad to do it!!!
 
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