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Sep 03, 2020 according to my interpretation of the idpa rule book, the mpf3 would meet the requirements for the carry optics division and, with the optic removed, could be used in the enhanced service pistol category. And as a pet peeve of mine idpa needs to hire someone that writes rules for a living stick and ball games, board games, rpgs, something to go through the idpa rule book and create consistent and logical languageverbiage and rule structure. Idpa match rules, classification charts and links to all current idpa guides. 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. Old historical idpa rule books rulebook the flatfooted reload rule book. Idpa tactical journal first quarter 2005 few topics are as hot as the rule book changes now going into place. This issue is the sole responsibility of local clubs and is beyond idpa s control. As many of you know i have no official position within idpa, as i stepped down from my. Between 2014 and 2018, there were a total of 24 rulings published, with one inadvertently not published due to oversight, 3 appendix changes due to a major change in production and two new divisionscarry optics and pcc, a rules addendum for. Sep 17, 2018 the cardinal rule of this or any sport ought to be you cannot decide to do something outside the rule book simply by declaring it to be legal for the purposes of one stage or one shoot. What ive found to be true after rereading scanning. Mar 06, 2017 as one of the more popular action shooting competitions, the international defensive pistol association idpa continues to evolve. The folding of the activity there had nothing to do with the briefly muchmaligned new idpa rule book of 2005.

For idpa purposes, contestants may replace the magazine in their pistol with a fully loaded one. Apr 09, 2019 by shooting idpa matches, i agree to the following. At the time i didnt look the rule up and assumed he was right. Every idpa club is required to run at least one classifier a year please dont call it a qualifier. The rules for pistol caliber carbine pcc division are provisional as of may 2017. The first step in finding out is to use the idpa rule book. Current proposed rule changes index of current agency proposed rulemaking. The safety of the shooters, match officials, and bystanders shall always be my primary objective. As of november 2018, carry optics co is an official division in idpa competitions. Some notes on handguns and gear allowed in idpa competition. I will follow all of the safety rules of idpa and the host range.

Since 1996, i have spent a tremendous amount of my time, effort and money to promote idpa. Apr 01, 2021 the international defensive pistol association idpa is the governing body of a shooting sport that simulates selfdefense scenarios and real life encounters. Mar, 2012 upon reading the idpa rule book, the ammunition rules talk about the ssp class needing to meet an ammunition power floor of 125,000 bullet weight x muzzle velocity. International defensive pistol association wikipedia. This is a forum to discuss international defensive pistol association idpa issues, including match announcements, shooting. Equipment that is designed with no application for daily, concealed carry is not permitted in this sport. You always want to shoot the largest gun that fits the rules box for the greatest control. It was founded in 1996 as a response to the desires of shooters worldwide. Im very confident that someone around here is intimately familiar with idpa. Oct 05, 2014 there are now two types of muzzle safe points. Public participation in rulemaking how to comment on proposed rule changes. They can be used individually or together in a single stage. The firearm with the largest magazine inserted must fit in the idpa gun test box measuring 8.

Should the cof call for a tacload and the magazine is empty while a round remains in the chamber, the empty magazine must be retained. 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. Such as a cz sp01 series, or other steel dust cover or light rail over 3. If you have followed any of the internet chat about this topic you would assume that idpa is in the process of self destruction. My account international defensive pistol association. Some changes to division sizes and clarifications of rules concepts were also made. Matches sanctioned by idpa are required to operate under the cold range rule, but may use hot bays if desired. This is the version that was originally printed with a green cover i. Always check the idpa website for the latest rules. The international defensive pistol association idpa is the governing body of a shooting sport that simulates selfdefense scenarios and real life encounters. Where andra is advised by the idpa that a member, competitor, official, employee or contractor has violated. There are over 25,000 active idpa members from all 50 states and over 400 affiliated clubs hosting weekly and.

Idpa the final version of the 2017 idpa rulebook will be. Co equipment rules follow esp division equipment rules with the exception. Rule writers manual a guide to idahos rulemaking process. Curious about the match rules, scoring, and what you need to do before shooting a match. Shooting the newly proposed 2017 idpa rule book classifier and showing that its much easier to make master than with the previous one. Apr 19, 2018 founded in 1996, the international defensive pistol association idpa is the governing body for the idpa competition, and here are the 2018 rules, for you. The organization now boasts membership of more than 25,000, including members in 70 foreign countries. All equipment except flashlights will be placed so that it is not visible while wearing a concealment garment, with your arms extended to your sides, parallel to the ground. Understandably, everyone will want to see the results as quickly as possible, but realize that our. All shooters are bound by the shooters code of conduct at every tier.

The poorly written rule book does not help the sport any. Right away it is clear that the rulebook has been thoroughly numbered which makes it easy to reference a rule or section. Idpa as a sport is quite simply the use of practical equipment including full charge service ammunition to solve simulated real world selfdefense scenarios. Idpa rulebook 2017 quick access to idpa rulebook by chapters chapter 1 the founding concepts of idpa introduction 1. Appendix two, approved idpa reloads, tactical reloads. The effect of the 2005 book was to take idpa back to its practical roots. Idpa has been traditionally known as a defensive pistol competition but has also been known to make amendments to the rule book annually. This is a forum to discuss international defensive pistol association idpa issues, including match announcements, shooting tip. Dropping a loaded or unloaded firearm is a dq offense. The founding principles and purpose of idpa have been strengthened to emphasize the concealed carry aspect of the sport. I understand that it is a privilege, and not a right, to be an idpa shooter. This forum requires excessive moderation due to continuous real and imagined slights against idpa. It is what it is though and i guess we are free to pretty much shoot idpa anyway we want to and declare it idpa.

The idpa rules for 2017 make for some significant changes that may alter the way shooters approach the game. In response to comments received, we made several changes to the draft rulebook, some of which simplified rules. Idpa targets are divided into down point scoring zones d0, d1, d3, with a d5 for a target. New 2019 ipsc rule book opens up a huge market the. Feb 19, 2008 what are the most current rule books for each group. Idpa rule clarifications from the top springfield xd forum. If you would like a copy of the latest idpa rules, click on the link below. The idpa tech site itself states that things on that website are not official. I think, repeat think, idpa has a max 5 barrel rule it might.

The international defensive pistol association idpa is the governing body of a shooting sport that simulates. In 2017, the international defensive pistol association idpa allowed a new pistol caliber carbine division pcc. The international defensive pistol association idpa, founded in 1996, is an organization based in bogata, texas, that has created a shooting sport based on defensive pistol techniques, using equipment including fullcharge service ammunition to solve simulated real world selfdefense scenarios. In 2018 i asked while shooting sho can i put my support hand on my mag on my belt. Pointers for shooters looking for the best equipment to compete and win in idpa. The change that most objected to was the holster regulations. This is a rule book printing of a decision that was sent out during the last several years. The idpa rulebook is not intended to be an exhaustive description of all allowed and disallowed equipment and techniques. Headquarters is pleased to announce that we have completed the revision to the international defensive pistol association rulebook and it will be placed online and become effective on thursday, january 6, 2005. Co equipment rules follow esp division equipment rules with the exception that the firearm with the optic may not exceed 45 ounces. If you have a good so and help reloading mags and someone to paste it only takes 15 minutes or less to run a shooter through.

Any rulings added to the rules will be accompanied by a change log for that particular rule set. Additionally, the idpa rulebook should be consulted for rule. I expose myself daily to liability by being affiliated with the administration of idpa, and yes, idpa has paid some of my expenses in recent years. I like to think of myself as one of the few uspsa shooters that can discuss idpa. Rick takes the opportunity now that the final idpa rulebook is published, to talk about the changes in the equipment rules as compared to the old ones. I personally think the uspsa rule set is constructed and written much better and that can be seen in the resulting matches and the officiating. I was told that is specifically in the book as initiating a reload but when i go to 3. Any help that you guys could provide would be greatly appreciated.

All equipment must be practical for all day concealed carry selfdefense, and worn in a. While we are not going to issue a new rulebook with rules for new. The question of hot and cold ranges at the local club level is subject to individual club policy. Home international defensive pistol association idpa. The idpa rule book is truly a poorly written document and i say that as someone who has semiprofessional edited rules for a game.

Dec 17, 2014 idpa rules clarifications version 20141217 01 our main goal is to test the skill and ability of the individualthe founding concepts of idpa. Since im not familiar with this organization yet, i dont actually know if this is the most current rule book or not. Discontinued models must have had a total production of 20,000 units be semiautomatic be double action, double action only, or striker fired use 9 mm 9. Shooters competing in defensive pistol events are required to use practical handguns and. New target design is listed and is optional, but is not required to be used until jan. I have been shooting uspsa 2005 and started idpa a year or two later. Jan 07, 2005 this is a rule book printing of a decision that was sent out during the last several years. The idpa rule book is truly a poorly written document and i say that. Amendment in rule 42 of sez rules, 2006 dated 31st january, 2019 size. Idpa match rules international defensive pistol association. Idpa rulebook updates blue grass sportsmens league. Additionally, the idpa rulebook should be consulted for rules and. Dec 05, 2018 idpa tactical journal first quarter 2005 few topics are as hot as the rule book changes now going into place.