Miles to Matches

By Miles to Matches

Chad Heckler and Francis Colon talk about life, friendship, discipline, Precision Rifle Competition, and many more things...while on the road putting on Miles to Matches.... more

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How many episodes does Miles to Matches have?

The podcast currently has 173 episodes available.

Miles to Matches episodes:

July 20, 2023 EP73 - Steve Anderson - Speed & Mindset
It's time to "Get to work!" Chad and Francis connect with USPSA Grand Master, author, and mindset coach Steve Anderson on speed, focus, and learning to explore you limits. The conversation leads to some amazing insights into the evolution of training speed while maintaining precision and accuracy. This episode is packed full of great nuggets that will help you in matches and training!
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1h 11min
July 13, 2023 EP72 - The Ultimate Positional Match
The Positional Punisher 2023 is a wrap and did not disappoint! This match is one of Francis' favorite of the season and duo talk through there learning moments, favorite aspects of the match and some critical moments that led to successes (and a few less successful outcomes). Each match has a unique flavor to stress shooters on the clock and this event manages to challenge a nearly perfect mix of skills to crown the winner. Tune in to hear their thoughts and a few tips on shooting changing wind conditions.
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1h 6min
July 06, 2023 EP71 - Get the Most Out of Your Barrel
Barrels are a core element of every precision rifle. Chad and Francis walk through everything barrels, from break in to cleaning to precision to selecting the right barrel to balance. All of these small aspects lead to a better system that will put you on target. When should you consider a barrel "shot out"? Do you know your barrel and what is your process to learn it's tendencies? Take a listen to get insight into making the most of your barrels.
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1h 11min
June 29, 2023 EP70 - Are Your Groups Small Enough?
This topic is straight forward: are you shooting small enough groups to be competitive? And what is the acceptable standard to compete at various levels? What causes your groups to be larger/smaller and what can you do to improve size and consistency?
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50min
June 22, 2023 EP69 - I'm Gonna Go Destroy
"Destroy" is a very visceral word, generally negative ...but the internal meaning of words can be different from person to person, changing the context and personal meaning. Chad and Francis cover the idea of finding flow state: attitude, triggers, detractors, and motivators. Some days the rifle is a natural extension of the shooter and others it feels clumsy and unnatural, begging the question: how do we find the former more often than the latter? This cerebral episode will challenge you to look inward to find the moments that can help you unlock "flow" faster and more consistently.
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56min
June 15, 2023 EP68 - SuperSquad or RandomRoulette?
This episode, Francis and Chad debate, discuss, and decide whether "Super Squads" exist. Is there a benefit to getting into that squad of all Pro shooters? Should it be random? What about sponsor slots? The hosts dive into the deep end of the real truths behind squadding, shared wind calls, super squads and more. Do the pro's play " squadding leapfrog" on Practiscore to gain an advantage or to shoot with friends? You'll find the answer inside this episode of Miles to Matches... Maybe!
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32min
June 08, 2023 EP67 - Rifleman's Path with Andy Slade
This episode is special as Chad and Francis catch up with Andy Slade: teammate, instructor, competitor, and seriously amazing dude with an awesome message. There are some INCREDIBLE discussions on everything from flow state, checklists, caliber selection, balance in training and so much more! Rifleman's Path is is not just a fancy name to be catchy, but a lifestyle that helps drive success through better process, procedure and dedication to your craft. This episode captures incredible insights from one of the best shooters in the world. This is a MUST listen episode... Twice! ...and then listen again.
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1h 15min
June 01, 2023 EP66 - K&M 2023 - Videos Coming Soon...
2023 K&M Kahles PRC is in the books. Chad and Francis recap their experiences and learning moments from the "Augusta National" of our sport. From match shooting to filming with Team MDT, this episode highlights how analyzing your smallest errors can make a HUGE difference in placement. Simple take away: always assume there is another stage to shoot even after your last round is fired. A perfect plan can easily be foiled by imperfect execution.
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25min
May 25, 2023 EP65 - East is Least, West is Best
Chad and Francis catch up between matches and discuss shooting in the East vs the West. This detailed episode covers the nitty-gritty on some less obvious equipment and strategy changes between square ranges and western open ranges. Taking a trip across country? Listen to this episode to be a bit better prepared for you next match or even hunt!
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1h 18min
May 18, 2023 EP64 - It's the Climb
This episode Chad and Francis work out the backbone of being successful despite setbacks. No one - literally - can claim 100% success in all things at all times under all conditions. In fact, it is more likely that the progress toward your goals is proportional to the number of "failures" you experience in pursuit of your goals.
They candidly discuss the challenges that we all deal with frequently, on and off the match clock: failures, surprise twists of life, burn-out and more! The hosts work to find the common points that helped get past road blocks to find meaning in the areas of competitive shooting that matter most: Friendship, dedication and positivity. If you need a good pick-me-up before you next match, listen to this episode...twice!

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40min

FAQs about Miles to Matches:

How many episodes does Miles to Matches have?

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