IDPA Diaries III: Glock 34's Abound!

About this video

Colion documents his third IDPA competition, sharing raw footage from multiple stages and reflecting on his performance. He explains that he focused on slowing down mentally but found himself overthinking shots rather than shooting naturally. Colion discusses the challenges of competing with a carry gun versus dedicated competition firearms, his ongoing struggles with steel targets, and the safety-focused rules that can feel cumbersome but serve an important purpose.

Key takeaways

• Colion recommends taking notes between stages and mentally slowing down, though he cautions against overthinking mechanics to the point where shooting becomes unnatural
• Colion observes that most competitors use competition-specific guns like the Glock 34, but he chooses to continue with his carry gun to see how proficient he can become before switching platforms
• Colion identifies steel targets as a persistent mental challenge for him, noting inconsistent performance that suggests a psychological rather than purely technical issue
• Colion teaches that IDPA rules prioritize safety over speed, such as requiring a complete stop before drawing after turning around, which competitors must respect to avoid disqualification

Episode details: published May 2, 2012 · 11:28 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. Colion Noir’s legal commentary reflects his positions and teaching, attributed to him — it is not legal advice. His defensive-incident breakdowns are his analysis of reported incidents, attributed to him.

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