Such as a cz sp01 series, or other steel dust cover or light rail over 3. I was a member back when the little red book and the little green book and for a while under the brown book. We thought this was important and time sensitive information so we are posting this as a proarms podcast nanocast. Mar 18, 2020 international defensive pistol association. All rules in the idpa rulebook applies to dmg rules, except where noted or not applicable to dmg rules. Some rules are written complete as they are totally new, other just the changesadditions are written down.
It should be correct but i only have two eyes, two hands and one brain. Founded in 1996, the international defensive pistol association idpa is the governing body for idpa competition, a handguncentric shooting sport based on simulated selfdefense scenarios. Oct 05, 2014 whats changed in the new idpa rulebook. Club contacts can bulk upload classification match scores or upload individual scores at.
Equipment that is designed with no application for daily, concealed carry is not permitted in this sport. Seems to be several changes made as well with what holsters that are now allowed. Because you could be a b class uspsa shooter but an idpa master. As the rule book states, this provision may be used for firearms that violate an esp rule to still be used in esp, provided the firearm meets all ssp requirements. Reliability work may be done to enhance feeding and ejection. Heck, in the gssf rule book, if you were considered a master in uspsa or other shooting organizations you had to sign up as master class for a gssf match. Easy to download prefilled name, number, squad scoresheets as pdf and use. Fault lines, pcc and flagrant fouls posted in idpa shooting. Idpa rules will be equally enforced for all classifications of idpa members. The range commands will be as per the idpa rulebook, with the exceptions mentioned. Please only fill out this form if you are signing up to become a new member. The following is a list of basic equipment that you will needed to shoot in an idpa match.
A reasonable application of common sense and the idpa founding concepts will be employed in determining whether a particular device, technique, or piece of equipment is permitted under the idpa rules. Ipsc standard division compensator clarification and ruling april 2015. My son and i just recently started shooting idpa, so i have already done the research that you are doing now and i thought it would be nice to try and put most of it in one place, perhaps saving others some time. Gail met with joyce wilson, executive director of idpa, at the nra conference in houston, to discuss the upcoming new idpa rule book which will be unveiled this monday. The most current for each i could find is idpa april 15 2005 uspsa janurary 2008 i was planning on printing both of them and reading them over so i have some idea of what is going on before i start competing. Safety officer instruction materials will be available shortly and testing will be updated. What follows are the changes i have noted from the 2015 released current rules. Idpa the final version of the 2017 idpa rulebook will be. One of the greatest things about the idpa sig sauer world championship is meeting new friends and greeting old friends. Beginners guide to idpa and ipscuspsa oklahoma shooters. Nov 24, 2015 i was a member back when the little red book and the little green book and for a while under the brown book. There were also a few instances of manufacturers making unacceptable changes to their designs after getting the original designs approved, which lead to some problems. Idpa match rules international defensive pistol association.
Theres never been a better time to get involved in competitive shooting. The idpa rules for 2017 make for some significant changes that may alter the way shooters approach the game. Of all of the dumb rules idpa has the cylinder latch issue is a standout. Apr 14, 2007 i wanted to make a post for those that are wanting to get started in competition shooting like idpa or ipscuspsa. Membership international defensive pistol association.
I havent been an idpa member for several years, so i didnt get the memo that the new rulebook had been posted. Please go to the idpa website and read the entire rules book to become familiar with all of the changes. New idpa rules northwest firearms oregon, washington. To download the rules please click here and look for the 2017 rule book link in the top righthand corner. Final dates will be announced in the tactical brief when available. It is completely free for you as shooter to use ssi. Preparing for the new idpa rulebook gun nuts media. New idpa members will receive the latest edition of the rulebook in the membership packet, which can also be downloaded in pdf format from the idpa web. For a summary of the changes which is a shorter read please click here key changes to the rules include.
The international defensive pistol association idpa is the governing body of a shooting sport that simulates selfdefense scenarios and real life encounters. Those that have been around a while will know which rule books i am referring to. The regional dmg rulebook posted on the sadpa website will be the most current issue. Nov 15, 2016 shooting the newly proposed 2017 idpa rule book classifier and showing that its much easier to make master than with the previous one.
Heck, in the gssf rule book, if you were considered a master in uspsa or other shooting organizations you. Dec 23, 2016 this rule book goes into effect january 1, 2017. However, the idpa has said in all of their communications to members and clubs ranges that early adoption was up to the club. The new rule book is published, so i looked over the new ccp gun division compact carry pistol. Idpa home international defensive pistol association. Yet, everything is very quite about it, so wonder if any official release date has been announced. Idpa has a very quick and easy method of classifying shooters. The newest version of the official idpa rule book is now available, and can be downloaded here it will become effective march 1, 2015. Only currently affiliated clubs may award classifications and only current idpa members may shoot the classifier or. Shooting the newly proposed 2017 idpa rule book classifier and showing that its much easier to make master than with the previous one. To guide you to the answers, we look at the 2015 idpa rulebook section 8 equipment rules. Member feedback period opens we are excited to share the news that the preliminary version of the 2017 idpa rulebook and match administration guide will soon be available for member feedback. Classifications in order for shooters to be able to compete with their peers, idpa competitors are divided into classifications within each division based upon their skill level. Gaps in the sequence of rule numbers result from there being a rule in one or more of the other rule books which does not apply in this book.
Join a community of shooters to learn, grow and most importantly have fun. After all, isnt idpa really about doing distracting and useless things while trying to shoot well. In the past, idpa used to maintain a list of idpaapproved holsters, but the size of this list soon became unmanageable. Internal action work may be used to enhance trigger pull as long as safety is maintained no visible external modifications allowed. People from many countries and all walks of life coming together in brotherhood of our sport. Right away it is clear that the rulebook has been thoroughly numbered which makes it easy to reference a rule or section. I agree that the flatfooted reloads are annoying, but its just another rule of the game. In the past, idpa used to maintain a list of idpa approved holsters, but the size of this list soon became unmanageable. New idpa rulebookanother update anyone had a chance to look over the new idpa rulebook. I read in several spots that the new rule book would be coming out around nationals. Supports ipsc, uspsa, idpa, sra, steel challenge, ppc and much more. The new idpa rules and rule book become official march 1st, 2015. Firsttime shooters first idpa match shoot for free. I was standing in line at the coffee shop this morning when i got a text from a friend asking if i had seen the new idpa rulebook yet.
These same questions are going to be asked from here to the end of time as long as manufacturers produce new products. What are the most current rule books for each group. The dmg rules should be read together with the idpa rulebook. Dara holsters manufacturer of the best concealed carry holsters, competition holsters, and mounted holsters.
Nevermind, i see their highly official facebook post now. Sometime this year, were going to see a new rulebook for idpa. We are excited to share the news that the preliminary version of the 2017 idpa rulebook and match administration guide is available for member feedback. As one of the more popular action shooting competitions, the international defensive pistol association idpa continues to evolve. Idpa classification match sheet idpa italy idpa italia. All idpa match information posted at the practiscore web site click here 1167 clicks. The file, 2020 match administration rules v12, can be found on your dashboard on the downloads tab. Idpa classification match score sheet breakdown of classification scores. Idpa rulebook updates blue grass sportsmens league. The proposed rulebook, vetted by the idpa board of directors and legal, has been posted on idpa.
An idpa membership gives you the ability to compete in official sanctioned matches, view match results and scores, join clubs, connect with other shooters through member profiles and much more. I have noticed that with each rendition of the rule book that there are more complaints, more griping, and more people saying that idpa is going down the. Looks like they are adding a new division for revolvers which will be the enhanced service revolver. The idpa competition format was designed to be enjoyable to all shooters of all skill levels, with a premium.
Idpa rulebook 2017 quick access to idpa rulebook by chapters chapter 1 the founding concepts of idpa introduction 1. Ics classifier stages link pdf downloads atf form 6nia 5330. Eye protection required at gmsa an ansi z87 rating is highly recommended get the best pair of safety glasses that you can afford and dont be too proud to wear those side shields, weve only. Click here to view or download the 2017 idpa rule book effective january 1, 2017.
New idpa rule book is out competitive shooting sports. Idpa targets are divided into down point scoring zones d0, d1, d3, with a d5 for a target. Hit count the so will call hit if a hit is observed on a static steel if one hit is required. Ipsc handgun competition rulebook january 2019 edition. The founding principles and purpose of idpa have been strengthened to emphasize the concealed carry aspect of the sport. I wanted to make a post for those that are wanting to get started in competition shooting like idpa or ipscuspsa. It is not a complete list of the rules changes but an overview of the rules most likely to come into play at every event. The equipment rules are mostly the same, but much better explained. Its an organic sort of growth that proceeds in a fairly predictable pattern. Also, i read in the idpa magazine it would be out in plenty of time for everyone to read and digest before the new year. Therapy services handbook pdf therapy services appendices pdf transportation handbook.
Nra rules apply and nra classification will be used. The idpa competition format was designed to be enjoyable for all shooters of all skill levels, with a premium put on the. These patches, soon to be affixed to clothing, will be reminders of friends near and far. In some cases the magazines are downloaded to perhaps 2 or 3 rounds each and.
International s pistol body national rifle association. Idpa rules clarifications version 20141217 01 our main goal is to test the skill and ability of the individualthe founding concepts of idpa. The arrangement and rule numbering systems are such that corresponding rules for other types of nra competition are correspondingly located and numbered in the rule books for those competitions. Jan 30, 2015 the newest version of the official idpa rule book is now available, and can be downloaded here it will become effective march 1, 2015. United states practical shooting association 1639 lindamood ln. Transportation handbook pdf archived transportation pdf archived appendices pdf. Dropping a loaded or unloaded firearm is a dq offense. The updated simplified idpa rules have been released and will apply to all future shoots. Thanks to ken reed, idaho, for the preceding compilation of the changes to the idpa rulebook, effective 32 2015. Handbook for providers of screening, assessment and support services pdf appendices pdf supportive living facility. I run a ghost rocket connector and a competition trigger spring in my g34 with a very thorough 25 cent trigger job.