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About SinistralRifleman

I've been competing in the action shooting sports since 2002. I believe competition shooting to be an excellent way to build gun handling and marksmanship skills and encourage all gun owners to seek out some form of competition shooting. Anyone can become reasonably good at it if they devote the time and resources to do so. Winning, while nice, need not be your goal; bettering yourself through the pursuit of excellence is something we all can achieve.

Firearms Action Shooting Trials: The 2-Gun Event You Need to Do

Posted on October 20, 2026 by SinistralRifleman

READ: Firearms Action Shooting Trials: The 2-Gun Event You Need to Do Continuing the legacy of long par time and difficult stages, with a lot of rounds fired, FAST is a shooting match and a testing ground for you, your … Continue reading →

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Manticore Arms Ripley Rail: The 1980’s Aliens Upgrade Your AR Needs

Posted on October 1, 2026 by SinistralRifleman

READ: Manticore Arms Ripley Rail: The 1980’s Aliens Upgrade Your AR Needs Contribution for RECOIL. “For the younger readers who didn’t grow up during one of the greatest decades, Aliens, directed by James Cameron, was released in 1986.  It was … Continue reading →

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FAST-WV 2026

Posted on September 26, 2026 by SinistralRifleman
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How to Move Efficiently in a Shooting Match (Beginner Drills) | FAST Match Series Ep. 2

Posted on September 21, 2026 by SinistralRifleman

Episode 2 of the XTech FAST Match Series. In a match, standing still is slow, but moving wrong gets you disqualified. This week, Russell shows us how to move efficiently between positions while staying safe and keeping the muzzle downrange. … Continue reading →

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Gunfighter Gauntlet 2026

Posted on September 12, 2026 by SinistralRifleman
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TFB Behind the Gun #232: FAST Auto Rifle Division ft. Russell Phagan

Posted on August 27, 2026 by SinistralRifleman

by Luke C. Discussing a NEW FAST Division: AUTO RIFLE with Luke on The Firearm Blog’s Behind the Gun.TFB Behind the Gun #232: FAST Auto Rifle Division ft. Russell Phagan The TFB Description: “Russell Phagan has never met a shooting sport … Continue reading →

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Meet Russell | Director of FAST & KE Arms Joins XTech Tactical

Posted on August 19, 2026 by SinistralRifleman
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Springfield Hellion at August 2026 Rio Black Rifle

Posted on August 15, 2026 by SinistralRifleman
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JAKL-10 at Independence Day Action Rifle Match 2026

Posted on July 31, 2026 by SinistralRifleman
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PHX 2GACM Rifle Only 7-25-2026

Posted on July 25, 2026 by SinistralRifleman
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