06-22-2021, 10:37 AM
I say shoot what you have and see if you're going to stick with it. In my years of competitive shooting (Club and competitive) the people around you will help you out, lend you equipment to try and show you other options. Once you get going, your desired set up may change quickly based on what is competitive and working for others.
If you stick with it, you'll likely start upgrading anyway. When you do the adage is "buy once, cry once". Most everyone tries to save a nickel going with something they think they can get away with rather than something they want and know would be a better option. Looking back I would recommend saving up the cash and work the plan that you know is best - lots of money wasted trying to save money.
You didn't mention much info on the competitive format but there might be other equipment needed as well? Rest, Spotting scope, Mat, targets, timers, slings/bipods and tons of ammo .... really depends on what type of format.... point is if money is an object, you may need to factor in other items in your budget.
If you stick with it, you'll likely start upgrading anyway. When you do the adage is "buy once, cry once". Most everyone tries to save a nickel going with something they think they can get away with rather than something they want and know would be a better option. Looking back I would recommend saving up the cash and work the plan that you know is best - lots of money wasted trying to save money.
You didn't mention much info on the competitive format but there might be other equipment needed as well? Rest, Spotting scope, Mat, targets, timers, slings/bipods and tons of ammo .... really depends on what type of format.... point is if money is an object, you may need to factor in other items in your budget.