Elevated Targets

[BayouSelf]

Had a great time this past weekend shooting the Republic of Texas FT match, but really struggled with elevated targets, especially those steeply angled up. I ranged at the post or tree base rather than at the target itself, so I don't think that was the issue. I was shooting my TX200, which I place on my bipod on the balance point a few inches in front of the trigger. Should I be compensating in some way to for the rifle's upward tilt and its effect on recoil? As I think about it, I assume the raising the muzzle would lighten the front end, causing a high miss?

The only other thing I can think of is parallax error, due to the steep rifle angles, and the positioning needed to line everything up. Of course, it is also highly possible I was simply pulling shots or not following through, but there were several "how in the (heck) did I miss that?" moments. Would certainly appreciate any thoughts from you folks who have it figured out? Thanks.

BTW, the ROT match is tons of fun and well organized by some great people. Highly recommended!

 

[Scotchmo]

Using the shorter dope for the horizontal distance will cause you to hit high on close angled shots. Angled shot always need less holdover than the Line Of Sight distance for level shot.

 

[Flintsack]

Whenever you are shooting at a steep angle up or down, the pellet or bullet will hit high. It is affected less by gravity. 

 

[Guest]

Also note that when shooting a springer holding at enough of an angle up or down is going to change your poi aside from the extra hold needed. Kinda like how your poi will change depending on hold in general with a springer. So recreate the angle and see exactly how off it is then record the change and you're all set.

 

[BayouSelf]

Appreciate the comments, thanks.

 

[SteveV]

Try aiming just above 6 o clock

 

[Tvanpool]

Griff it was awfully nice of all you Louisiana folks to drive so far to shoot with us last weekend. The targets you refer to were tough due to the angle and KZ size and if you ranged to the base of the target stand plus the angle it probably would result in a high miss. The match director there got a little devious, he is like that. I don't remember the exact range to the near target but it was about 20 yards with a 1/2" KZ and about 30° up angle so being 1 or 2 yards short on the distance plus the angle would account for your high miss. I have found that the other uphill shots there do not need any sighting adjustment but when the angle get to 20°+ you need to reduce your hold over.

You shot very well anyway!

 

[thomasair]

Rule of 15s.

Range actual distance to target..not the base.

If the target is less than 15y or less than 15 degrees...do nothing.

If more...aim low on the kill.

 

[BayouSelf]

We're glad to reciprocate after all support over the years for the Cajun Spring Classic from you Texans. We're already looking forward to next year.

Thanks for the assist with the elevated shots, very helpful!