Shooting Competition
Oregon Long-Range Rifle Match Challenges Marksmen at Extreme Distances
Competitors engage targets out to 1,500 yards in demanding range conditions
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✍️By ZRIntel Editorial Team📍Bend, OR
BEND, Ore. Precision rifle shooters gathered in Bend this weekend for a long-range match that pushed both equipment and skill to the limit. With targets placed between 800 and 1,500 yards, competitors had to contend with high desert winds, shifting light conditions, and the mental discipline required for extended-range shooting. The top spot in the Open Division went to Brian Hughes, whose consistency across all stages, including difficult uphill shots, secured his victory. The Tactical Division was won by Anna Ruiz, who credited her success to meticulous wind reading and careful shot execution. Organizers emphasized the importance of data collection, ballistic tracking, and gear reliability for success in matches of this caliber. Spotters and wind coaches played a pivotal role, helping shooters refine adjustments in real time.