Miles to Matches
Episodes
EP68 - SuperSquad or RandomRoulette?
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 shoo...
EP67 - Rifleman's Path with Andy Slade
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is special as Chad and Francis catch up with Andy Slade: teammate, instructor, competitor, and seriously amazing dude with an awesome mes...
EP66 - K&M 2023 - Videos Coming Soon...
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 mat...
EP65 - East is Least, West is Best
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 obv...
EP64 - It's the Climb
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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...
EP63 - Speed, Spotting, and Recoil
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode Chad and Francis catch up on a couple of cool topic: troubleshooting loads, spotting impacts, and recoil management. These all interplay ...
EP62 - What is a "PRO"?
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode covers an oddly difficult question to answer: What is a "Pro?" Is it your classification in the PRS? Your knowledge of shooting and balli...
EP61 - Tenacity
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode covers a major source of error behind the rifle: emotion. A mistake can lead to another mistake when emotion creeps into our mind. From p...
EP60 - Epic Colorado Experience
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chad and Francis chase planes, trains and automobiles to get to Cameo Shooting Complex in Colorado for the Koenig-Ruger PRS AG Cup match. Awesome scen...
EP59 - Truing Your Ballistic Solver
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode Chad and Francis deep dive on "truing" you data. This is arguably one of the most important terms talked about daily newer shoo...
EP58 - Idaho to Oklahoma
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode, Chad and Francis catch up after shooting separate matches across the country. Chad going to the Snake River Idaho match and Francis goin...
EP57 - Listener Q&A - Part 2 of 2
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode, Chad and Francis pick up where they left off tackling questions posed from the listeners over the last few months and hammer them out. ...
EP56 - Listener Q&A - Part 1 of 2
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode, Chad and Francis tackle the vast assortment of questions posed from the listeners over the last few months and hammer them out. Some are...
EP55 - EWSP: Learn This NOW
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode, Francis and Chad hit on one of the most requested topics since the start of the podcast: analyzing your matches and areas for improvemen...
EP54 - Get Up, Get After It...
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chad and Francis chat about very common challenge: procrastination and choosing the right tasks. The "Big P" is a very dangerous habit that can lead t...
EP53 - Learn Something From Everyone
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad and Francis have a candid conversation on the last leg of a long drive home and it turns into something special. We a...
EP52 - Frostbite: Cold, Hard, and Awesome
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode, Chad and Francis kick off their season at the MDT FrostBite, with tough conditions and difficult terrain to spot corrections. Even the b...
EP51 - Can the Right Way Be Wrong?
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode, Chad and Francis tackle a simple question posed by a listener with a not so simple answer: Is something really "wrong" if you get the re...
EP50 - An Epic Season…W/Jeff Guerry
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your host’s Chad and Francis talk to Jeff Guerry who tied in series points with the 2022 golden bullet winner Austin Buschman, only...
EP49 - 3 Way W/Michael Beemer
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Francis and Chad connect with Michael Beemer, Match Director for 11 National PRS matches and the 2023 PRS Finale. The upcoming matche...
EP48 - Did we get it right?
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your host Chad and Francis discuss what could be considered by some as a rather emotional topic. Any organized sport has rules to cre...
EP47 - HOT, Cold, RAIN, or Snow
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been distracted by weather conditions at a match? To some degree, we all have. In this episode, your hosts Chad and Francis talk about t...
EP46 - When is it Time to Change?
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chad and Francis discuss "change". We have an innate desire for stability and consistency in our daily lives which can lead to stagnation or dissatisf...
EP45 - Rifle Setup is Critical
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chad and Francis cover their experiences with the rifle setup process. Is it a once and done routine or does it evolve with the shooter? Their setups ...
EP44 - You MUST Level Your Scope!
29 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chad and Francis cover a major reason for missing small targets, the "switchy" wind and why should IGNORE wind calls you hear from other shooters comi...
EP43 - MOOOOVERS
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Your hosts Chad and Francis discuss movers! This seemingly difficult target is actually quite easy to master but there are a few tricks to help you st...
EP42 - 2022 AG Cup - Part 2 of 2
18 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
2 of 2 - Francis and Chad review their performance at the 2022 AG Cup and talk with Ben "Mr. Clean" Gossett, the 2022 AG Cup Champion! AWESOME discuss...
EP41 - 2022 AG Cup - Part 1 of 2
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
1 of 2 - The drive down to the AG Cup and discussion about our strategy for this season and some recap of the 2021 AG Cup that ultimately led to Chad ...
EP40 - Did You Choose Your Scope or The Other Way Around?
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Chad and Francis deep-dive into the most complicated (and important) piece of equipment on a rifle: the scope. What attributes make a...
EP39 - The Best Coach You Didn't Know You Had: Your Match Director
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon interview the PRS Match Director of the Year, Ken Wheeler. This episode is one the MO...
EP38 - Do Fliers Even Exist?
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad and Francis pickup where they left off with Erik Cortina from EP33. The fact that our community doesn't even agree if...
EP37 - "That Was EASY!"
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon talk to the 2022 Pro series Golden Bullet winner Austin Buschman about his performance at t...
EP36 - 2022 National PRS Finale
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon talk about the 2022 Pro series finale and the way down the K&M as well as on the way ho...
EP35 - If We Could Start Over, This Is What We Would Change...
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Miles to Matches, Chad and Francis discuss a question asked by a friend and listener: "If you could start over again, what would yo...
EP34 - "Shooter, Are You REALLY Ready?"
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Chad and Francis discuss the most common mistakes they witness by novice and pro shooters at matches across the country and how you c...
EP33 - Erik Cortina Wants to Talk Cleaning... So Let's Talk Cleaning!
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon take an unsolicited call from Erik Cortina, He has listened to their episodes and discuss...
EP32 - Incredible Elk Hunt!
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon talk about Chad's recent trip to Colorado to hunt for the one of the largest game animals i...
EP31 - What are YOU doing to grow the sport?
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon talk about the most important match of the year: The GAP Grind. It is the single larg...
EP30 - Is Pointing Pointless? Let's Find Out
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon take on a few of the common and persistent questions... Hey Chad, "How do you trim and po...
EP29 - Wind Talkers
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Francis Colon and Chad Heckler continue their discussion on wind reading, wind calls and some of the tricks they've learne...
EP28 - This whole wind thing is pretty cool...
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Francis Colon and Chad Heckler have a random discussion that is started with some quotes from Rodney Norman... If yo...
EP27 - Are you on the right path?
08 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this Episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon talk about work/family/hobby balance and their thoughts on managing it all. They also dis...
EP26 - Dope Cards: Behind the Numbers
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon have push into the topic of communication, data cards and putting plans into action. ...
EP25 - Even Betty White works harder than you…
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon have an organic discussion about work ethic and motivation to be continuously climbing your...
EP23 - You Asked... We Answer!
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
EP23 - What Do You Want to Know? In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon revisit topics discussed in previous episodes by answer ...
EP22 - 2022 Barrel Maker Classic
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon review some of the more interesting takeaways from the 2022 Barrel Maker Classic in Wiscons...
EP21 - The Ergonomic Interface
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you decide between a chassis and a stock? Do you run the latest and greatest or "old faithful"? Choosing the platform that is best for your sho...
EP20 - 3 Dudes…1 [AG] CUP
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon talk to another fellow AG Cup competitor and friend, Matt Caruso, who has won multiple AG C...
EP19 - PRS Reloading: Tips, Tricks and Traps!
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon talk about their reloading processes for PRS and how they differ slightly from other discip...
EP18 - How to DOMINATE "The Mental Games"!
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is one of the greatest differentiators between good shooters and GREAT shooters? Hint: it's not the hot cartridge or a new piece of kit; it is si...
EP17 - Should you EVER clean your Rifle?
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The most controversial, subjective, debatable topic in precision rifle: What is the best way to clean a rifle barrel? Your hosts Chad and Franci...
EP16 - A MILLION Ways to be Wrong...Choose One
23 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you suffer from an inability to hit the same targets on different days? Does your dope line up one minute and not the next? Have you ever wanted ...
EP15 - Load Development for PRS
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chad and Francis discuss developing the best load for their rifles. While many focus on hyper tuning, they each have their own take on what work...
EP14 - Downrange Effects W/Morgun King
09 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon bring on guest Morgun King to talk about reading and using various downrange effects to mak...
EP13: Next Level EDC with Steve Dumchus Knives
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What do you carry with you every day? The items that you spend the most time with during travel, work, and play can often be mundane and utilita...
EP12 - 2022 K&M Kahles CHAMPION
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon talk on their way home from an epic weekend at K&M. Spoiler alert...the tactical ...
EP11 - The road to K&M
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon hit the road to the K&M Kahles match to have some fun and defend their titles from last...
EP10 - Support Bags and Techniques
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon talk about support bags and why they use what they use. The discussion covers differe...
EP9 - Target Acquisition
15 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon discuss target acquisition, which can stress even the most experienced shooters. They cover...
EP8 - Live Fire vs Dry Fire: Which is Better?
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon discuss the benefits of dry fire vs the various types of live fire for training purposes. &...
EP7 - Two Perspectives on The Same Match
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon talk about two different perspectives on the same match and how someone else's performance ...
EP6 - Paint Cans and Chad's Nickname
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler & Francis Colon share some personal stories that help bring some comedy and seriousness to the show. You wi...
EP5 - Abused, yet ready for more
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon have an AAR discussion on a match that they just shot as they are driving home. They ...
EP4 - Tune up
07 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Your Hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon talk with guest Shayne Yoakem about tune up day before a national pro match. They discuss data confirm...
EP3 - #OwnItEveryDay
02 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon talk about the winning mindset of personal accountability and owning your actions in order ...
EP2 - #TheMatchHasAlreadyStarted
02 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon discuss the winning mindset of being prepared for a competition.
EP1 - The Beginning
01 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon talk about how they met and how they forged a lifelong friendship.
EP0 - Why are we here?
01 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Chad Heckler and Francis Colon talk about the purpose of the podcast and the goals they have for it.