Shooting Positions in the Field | Long-Range Rifle Shooting with Ryan Cleckner

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  • For those times when the prone position is not an option, former Army Ranger sniper team leader Ryan Cleckner discusses alternate shooting positions to make sure you are as stable as possible.
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  • @Theriomalstrom
    @Theriomalstrom 3 ปีที่แล้ว +143

    Anyone else appreciate how fast and concise he is? Thumbs up for getting to the point and not wasting time with irrelevant talking.

  • @ryanfreeman125
    @ryanfreeman125 5 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    6:42 he was about to say "how bad you are." He wouldn't be wrong though lol

    • @hunterlamca7896
      @hunterlamca7896 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Ryan Lockwood I thought the same thing! He was right for sure

    • @RoarOfJahLion
      @RoarOfJahLion 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice catch I was going to comment lol. He almost let it slip

  • @seanstrickland4970
    @seanstrickland4970 7 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    You have some of the best shooting fundamentals on TH-cam.

  • @TheIndogamer
    @TheIndogamer 7 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    I actually did such positions on photography and actually it worked for me

    • @GabrielDipo
      @GabrielDipo 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Raihan Purboyo belajar nembak dimana ya??

    • @FurNaxxYT
      @FurNaxxYT 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Shooters gonna shoot

  • @Crustymarine
    @Crustymarine 12 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Very "old school" Marine Corps Marksmanship training.
    It works!

  • @briangwin6120
    @briangwin6120 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Just found this guy tonight and have learned more about practical shooting than I have in a lifetime. Very concise.

  • @dslancon
    @dslancon 9 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Ryan, do you have instructions on how your sling is made? Or have you made them available for sale in any way? It looks very effective and user friendly.

    • @calisti555
      @calisti555 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Doug Lancon kind of looks like the Magpul MS4 sling because it has that quick cinch strap to adjust the length except the MS4 has QD connections and can be configured as a 1 or 2 point.

    • @usmcxx1775
      @usmcxx1775 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@calisti555 super late comment I know, but for anyone interested the sling he is using is his own design. "Wilderness Cleckner Cuff Sling"

  • @nopleasedont7973
    @nopleasedont7973 8 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    23 Californian law makers were here

  • @robertrivasarroyo1174
    @robertrivasarroyo1174 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Mr. Cleckner I have your long distance shooting handbook, great book from what I've read so far. Very informative.

  • @mrmidnight32
    @mrmidnight32 11 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Great video!! Finally a educated instructional video. I'm getting tired of these over night TH-cam experts spitting out this garbage they just read online lay night. Again A+ video

  • @justinkpa
    @justinkpa 12 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ryan Cleckner is a former Army Ranger sniper and instructor with the 1st Ranger Battalion of the US Army.

  • @CraigeLowry
    @CraigeLowry 9 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Excellent instruction. Thank you for the tips. My son and I will use them for sure !

  • @JS-lx8iz
    @JS-lx8iz 11 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Marine Corps has been using a loop sling for many years and it is very stable.

  • @johnsanders7337
    @johnsanders7337 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The stuff I was taught as a youngster by the old Vietnamn, Korea, ww2 vets, Ryan has covered ALL of it throughout his videos. Atleast the technique and fundamentals that work. A zero bs teacher. But at the same time the way he presents it, translates well to all age groups. Phenomenal teacher. Going through his videos ... he s not reading a script wrote by a team. This guy actually knows his stuff. He UNDERSTANDS it. Experienced it.

  • @racko32
    @racko32 8 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    When I first went to the range to get ready for hunting with my dad, all he taught me to do was zero in the scope and shoot from prone or the bench. I quickly realized that this isn't the case when hunting and I messed around with different stances. This video did give some more stances I could use and I'm glad I have both the bipod and sling.

  • @TOYCH
    @TOYCH ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ryan's the best simplistic presenting instructor. From novice to advanced, he can have something to help for anyone.

  • @paulhunt4690
    @paulhunt4690 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Learned all this on the rifle team in high school, 75-78. Glad to see it come around again. Teenagers today don’t have the opportunity to learn this like I did! For standing we put our left thumb under the trigger guard and rested the stock on the rest of the fingers.

  • @trailertrashtactics
    @trailertrashtactics 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Six years later, still such an awesome video! Even for people late to the game like myself. I subscribed!

  • @EverythingisFire
    @EverythingisFire 12 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love his videos but there's plenty of videos put out by the NSSF that are informative & interesting :) Love their variety.

  • @chetan.gondaliya
    @chetan.gondaliya 8 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    AWSOME TIPS

  • @slunlalvaiphei9545
    @slunlalvaiphei9545 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sir pliz make more videos about standing position

  • @iwilrage
    @iwilrage 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What rifle barrel and scope are you using

  • @rabbitsnrayguns
    @rabbitsnrayguns 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love this!
    Thanks!

  • @ShoreDude105
    @ShoreDude105 12 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I always enjoy your videos, they're informative as well as entertaining. The MOA & MILS videos were especially good. :-)

  • @DrThunder88
    @DrThunder88 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good advice! Unfortunately, my local range only allows shooters to use the prone or the bench. The baffle prevents both the sitting and the kneeling. There's one place nearby that I think allows the standing, but permanent benches make it difficult to even use the prone.

  • @Musicdudeyoutub
    @Musicdudeyoutub 10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is an awesome video! I learned so much about proper shooting techniques. Time for some hands-on learning! :)

  • @waffles05
    @waffles05 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just got my hunting rifle and the first 30 seconds of this video was exactly what I was thinking before I headed out to the range. And this video explained exactly what I wanted to know! Thank you!

  • @carterrk
    @carterrk 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One other thing. What hes is teaching in a 7 min video took an entire week of classes followed a week at the range just to somewhat master at the 200 yard line, i.e. the sitting and kneeling positions. Great video.

  • @danielchristensen305
    @danielchristensen305 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ryan is an amazing instructor. Just well thought out, no nonsense or fluff. Facts.

  • @joeclark1871
    @joeclark1871 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You really need to check out Ryan's book, "Long Range Shooting". There's a wealth of good information in there, the videos are great supplements, but he gives you a much better explanation in the book.

  • @lbriant48
    @lbriant48 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You ever use your sling around the trunk of tree with a twist to keep it snug ? For a long range shot ?

  • @neoprimato1959
    @neoprimato1959 12 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    An excellent instruction video. You are a gifted instructor in so many ways. Keep up the great stuff.!

  • @TristanPetricca
    @TristanPetricca 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This looks like Cowtown Range in Arizona. I shoot there once a week! Awesome place.

  • @anayman7
    @anayman7 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I download all his videos

  • @janemmanueldeguzman5855
    @janemmanueldeguzman5855 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For me, his videos are really helpful :) Thanks NSSF and Ryan Cleckner :)

  • @lostboys111
    @lostboys111 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    damn this dude knows his shit i never thought of these ways to shoot.

  • @raphaelmartines
    @raphaelmartines 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video man! Lots of valuable info for a hunter and avid shooter like myself, and many others, thanks. Really liked the tips on the sling, its a great tool, when you know how much you can get out of it, and not just to hang your rifle by, lol..

  • @angelmarrerojr7030
    @angelmarrerojr7030 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It has been a while, this is a real nice refresher, with candid advise about getting off the bench and really practice the way we should be, as we would shoot in the wild. Thank you for the video and the sling tips...I am grateful and appreciate it lots!

  • @hdwelding1
    @hdwelding1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have not tried this yet but so far this is the best video I’ve seen on explaining different shooting positions

  • @michealmahmoud4058
    @michealmahmoud4058 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    In a prone position accuracy is maximized and generally the shooter will hit the target and gain a nice group. Even though my sniper is zeroed, when I fire at 100yards the first bullet hits below the target and then the second third and fourth bullet will hit the target. What’s the problem and how can I avoid it?

    • @MB-rp6od
      @MB-rp6od 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Traveller In case you haven’t figured it out by now, it sounds like a cold barrel. Usually the first shot goes low if its from a cold barrel. To avoid this, fire a few rounds to warm up the barrel before you go for your group.

  • @dennisdonovan3153
    @dennisdonovan3153 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ryan is great! What a master! Thank you for your instructional and adversarial videos!!

  • @2009statechamps1
    @2009statechamps1 11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Ryan again as on all of your videos! Can you make a video of how the military snipers paint their rifles like yours? Your videos always make common sense that's applicable.

  • @wolffo999
    @wolffo999 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great vid

  • @Wanderinwonder427
    @Wanderinwonder427 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    😂you’re going to be surprised how BA..um difficult it is😂 you’re a saint sir and thank you for the education I will definitely try these positions my next rifle session ❤

  • @kentjerrett2201
    @kentjerrett2201 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the greatest video on basic shooting positions i have ever seen. well done guys.

  • @55reco
    @55reco 11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love his videos, easy to understand. I have learned a ton on how to shoot. Thanks!

  • @davidanderson7621
    @davidanderson7621 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great video from Ryan! I love this guy's teaching style. I wish I could have learned to shoot from him!

  • @vieuxacadian9455
    @vieuxacadian9455 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Practice ,,, practical . The only way to develop is real world . Great vis Sir . thanks

  • @horsedaddy230
    @horsedaddy230 ปีที่แล้ว

    Any tips on shooting through a scope and keeping both eyes open ?
    I see 2 sight pictures when I have both eyes open.
    Thanks

  • @elcidcampeador9629
    @elcidcampeador9629 ปีที่แล้ว

    I actually find the sling when standing to be very helpful if you really lock your arm in it.

  • @Sjadow75
    @Sjadow75 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great advice ,very informative 👍

  • @jsimo1431
    @jsimo1431 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great tips. nice and to the point. thank you!

  • @genenightthunder2727
    @genenightthunder2727 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    rifle should be resting on your open palm to less grip and weight to fire more accurately

  • @RickNethery
    @RickNethery 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very Good Training. I train this way, I get teased for not shooting good groups in the Videos I make, but practice this way for Hunting. After firing this way, when You have the luxury of a rest You shoot very well.

  • @pablopenasco4254
    @pablopenasco4254 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ryan you need a cool 80's sweatband!

  • @RetroTeddyBear
    @RetroTeddyBear 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like my lightweight shooting stick as much as I hate having to shoot standing, and that is a lot.

  • @OutdoorEDventures
    @OutdoorEDventures 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always appreciate the education and knowledge base. Thank You.

  • @GTMGunTotinMinnesotan
    @GTMGunTotinMinnesotan 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    It would be cool to see Ryan shooting from this Caldwell rest in the field and see what results he gets. th-cam.com/video/CmCYJhzXcnA/w-d-xo.html

  • @artwebb6939
    @artwebb6939 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good content, and I appreciate you not waffling on

  • @zarmindrow5831
    @zarmindrow5831 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm too damn old to sit on the ground folded up like some wild injin.

  • @goosecouple
    @goosecouple 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So many cacti in the background.

  • @mikedevere
    @mikedevere ปีที่แล้ว

    Totally agree. No bs and great advice 👌

  • @enjoypool4052
    @enjoypool4052 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like the video well enough, but is there anybody on youtube who isn't a "Top secret military sniper"? i miss Bob Milek, Elmer Keith, Jack O'Conner class; writers with actual hunting experience.

  • @ericb.4358
    @ericb.4358 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    When hunting I use my hiking poles for X'd shooting sticks. I've practiced with them so I know how to get into position quickly to rest my rifle's fore arm on the crossed pole straps.
    But Ryan's positions should be practiced for times when you have no shooting sticks.
    My hiking poles are adjustable and I've memorized the measurement numbers on the sticks for seated and kneeling. Soon I'll practice for standing (offhand) position.

  • @deathsicon
    @deathsicon 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    For improved shooting positions, I've only made it with squirrel hunting with an air gun so far, but I've jammed a knife into a tree to make my own rest, didn't get it solid enough to hold against real recoil but that may have been slightly dull and a harder tree fighting against me

  • @mhfisc
    @mhfisc 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you have a video or write up on how to make the cuff sling he has on his rifle?

  • @wikun110
    @wikun110 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'd love the details on that rifle.

  • @brianlee6849
    @brianlee6849 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    One thing I would disagree with is when using a rest I was taught to use the sling for support and put the back of the left hand on support whether laying down using a pack or standing. Do everything you normally would just use support to brace the back of the left hand. Don't rest rifle on anything with out left hand between .Hope that makes sense.
    Thanks for sharing

  • @Redstormclouds
    @Redstormclouds 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Overall good video. I myself sight in my rifle at the range and get my best groups. I then shoot my pellet gun at home at about 20 yards with dime sized targets. I practice any position in my back yard. Standing is the most important position! Last two deer kills reaction shots at 115 and 30 yards. Pellets are cheap $10 for a thousand. My range cots $20 plus ammo. I practice standing with one armed tucked tightly aiming the weapon downrange with off hand loose on side, good exercise!

  • @mattfox2716
    @mattfox2716 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Holy smokes, that was great.

  • @tolismargiolas8355
    @tolismargiolas8355 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, Sir

  • @ak9o7st
    @ak9o7st 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are straining your neck, back and head to look through the scope. Keep your back straight. Adjust the height of your legs and bring the scope to you

  • @tobydz
    @tobydz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ryan & the NSSF are just awesome... Thanks for everything you do guys (n gals)

  • @ak9o7st
    @ak9o7st 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    I sit on the ground with with my knees bent and rest my elbows on my knees. Adjust legs for comfortable height to look through scope.

  • @mcinnisthemenace216
    @mcinnisthemenace216 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video help me advance from marksmen to expert 40/40, the sling is the ultimate tip for shooting kneeling.

  • @ramblinwithwreck
    @ramblinwithwreck 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! We teach the unsupported positions (sitting, kneeling and standing) and sling us in Project Appleseed. You sling is much more than a tool for carrying your rifle. If you really want to improve your unsupported shooting learn to master the use of a loop and hasty sling.

  • @carterrk
    @carterrk 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    The sitting position is as stable as the prone sometime more so. I love the sitting position but not very practical except for those long shots when you have the time.

  • @geraldwest3428
    @geraldwest3428 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for your time and talent, very helpful! Looks like a nice rifle you have, is that a 16" barrel? Thanks again!

  • @theendofanera8540
    @theendofanera8540 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Id fuck up and use one of the cactus's

  • @williamduke5588
    @williamduke5588 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where do I go to get lessons from you?

  • @krisgomez4919
    @krisgomez4919 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are you in az? Looks like Arizona

  • @carterrk
    @carterrk 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a question, is Ryan Cleckner a former member of the Military? These techniques he is teaching are great and what I was taught from Marine Marksmanship training.

  • @wldmcmullen
    @wldmcmullen 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    ryan great video but i would be very interested on how you made your sling i have not found a sling that fits me and have thought about making one but have no clue were to start any ideas

  • @janishunts
    @janishunts 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ryan, I'm having a terrible time tracking down one of those Eagle Industries' Shooter's Rifle Stock Packs. Any advice on where or how to get one?

  • @SnowblindOtter
    @SnowblindOtter 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I might have to try some of these... I do pigeon control in my neighborhood, and just the other day I used a wild Figure-4 position to shoot a pigeon off of a roof from a seated position. Was probably the most accurate high-angle shot I ever took, and it opened my eyes to the fact that I need to focus on my off-hand shooting as much as my rested shooting.

  • @MMASulu
    @MMASulu 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cross your legs, hug your knees with your support arm, and shoot Hathcock style

  • @leonidas231
    @leonidas231 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    i would shoot standing.... but my rifle is 15lbs and thats without the scope and loaded

  • @calisti555
    @calisti555 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have been bench resting to sight in a new scope but after I'll try it standing while bracing a vertical post next time I'm at the range. I've already do that technique with hand guns.

  • @aldrineuri122
    @aldrineuri122 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I always wondered why I can't shoot birds when standing up I thought it was the scope but when I'm shooting targets I always get bullseye

  • @walterluiz4694
    @walterluiz4694 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am from Brazil and would thank you for your videos.
    So good and clear informations.

  • @Strelnikov10
    @Strelnikov10 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    LOVE THIS SERIES! Absolutely amazing.

  • @GeirMeyer
    @GeirMeyer 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beutiful words

  • @cl60cruzer
    @cl60cruzer 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ryan could you please show your sling up close so I can make one,or send me to a website so I can buy one from you.

  • @johngallo6234
    @johngallo6234 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks great tips

  • @NOorah-oj8gt
    @NOorah-oj8gt 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video 👍

  • @FrankLadd
    @FrankLadd ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video!

  • @robertwest4299
    @robertwest4299 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Damn! I want to take a precision rifle course with you as the instructor.

  • @pagenelson328
    @pagenelson328 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of the best videos I have ever seen on any subject. THANKS.

  • @benjamingoogins1267
    @benjamingoogins1267 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic. I really appreciate your videos!

  • @douglasanderson1151
    @douglasanderson1151 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video!!! Also he is thinking it's hotter than hell out here lmao!