Sharpening Skills Through Competition

Competitive shooting isn’t just about scores—it’s about building real-world firearms proficiency. Chris Rhodes, our Product Ambassador, recently wrote an article for Safariland titled “Competitive Shooting to Improve Firearms Proficiency” where he explores how competition develops safe gun-handling skills, sharpens accuracy, and builds confidence under stress.

From dynamic matches like USPSA and IDPA to precision-focused disciplines such as Bullseye and Action Pistol, competition pushes shooters to grow. Chris draws on his U.S. Marine Corps background to explain why applying training under the stress of a timer is invaluable. As he puts it, the mistakes you make on the clock are where the biggest lessons happen.

And while the philosophy matters, so does the gear. In these photos, you’ll see Chris Rhodes and Dave House running the Prime XT, Ultradot’s newest optic, on dynamic courses of fire. You’ll also spot Team Ultradot’s Dan Miller competing with the tried-and-true Matchdot, a sight trusted for its precision and durability.

Whether you’re just getting started or you’re looking to refine your skills, competition offers a path to becoming safer, faster, and more accurate.

👉 Read Chris Rhodes’s full article on Safariland here: Competitive Shooting to Improve Firearms Proficiency – Inside Safariland