Michigan Slim Posted September 28, 2015 Share Posted September 28, 2015 What is this 'GOLF' you speak of? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hurricane Deck 100366 Posted September 28, 2015 Share Posted September 28, 2015 What is this 'GOLF' you speak of? I think it's the company that makes the motorized Gun Carts I see at some matches. They make great little white targets too. hard to hit, but won't blow over in this Oklahoma wind. They have beautiful gun ranges, but I can never seem to find the firing line before I get chased away. I guess you have to be a member of their gun club. I dunno. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pit Bull Tex Posted September 28, 2015 Share Posted September 28, 2015 If the company is sponsoring a young shooter give the company a call and say thank you very much.If it is a older shooter just ask them who they know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner Gatlin, SASS 10274L Posted September 28, 2015 Share Posted September 28, 2015 What is this 'GOLF' you speak of? it's a little game that takes little balls to play ...takes up real estate from gun ranges though GG ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bramble Mountain Buzzard Posted September 28, 2015 Share Posted September 28, 2015 GOLF stands for: G entlemen O nly L adies F orbidden Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michigan Slim Posted September 28, 2015 Share Posted September 28, 2015 Ahhh, that explains the little balls then.......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Branch Louie Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Top shooters get free stuff, companies want you to advertise for them. Shooters like me sometimes get 11 pieces of brass instead of 10 after they shoot a stage. I'd like to thank Starline brass for the extra stepped on piece of brass I got last match... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunsmoke Cowboy Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Pietta and Cimarron are sponsoring Young Gun shooters with a pair of pistols. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palo Verde, SASS # 56522 Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 I used to sponsor a Cowboy Action Shooter. I mentioned that to one of the SASS boys at EOT a number of years ago and was told: "We don't have sponsors". I explained that I paid his entry fees, I paid for his guns, ammo, clothes, transportation, food, lodging, etc. -- sure seems like a sponsor to me. -- Sometimes I still feel like I'm sponsoring that kid even though he now has different hobbies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grizzly Dave Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Man, I thought I"d be flooded with offers of sponsership by now... free guns, leather, match fees travel expenses in return for video free guns and stuff in return for a you tube video review... But I got nuthin! Maybe my email and PMs are broke! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyatt Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Like others, I would be happy to entertain offers of sponsorship... Or even an all expenses paid trip and match in return for video taking! Man, I thought I"d be flooded with offers of sponsership by now... free guns, leather, match fees travel expenses in return for video free guns and stuff in return for a you tube video review... But I got nuthin! Maybe my email and PMs are broke! I am authorized by Just for Men Mustache and Beard Color to offer you a one bottle, one time deal sponsorship with the color of your choice I have the same deal..............I selected Gray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boon Doggle Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 I'm sponsored by the U.S. Government. At least when my Social Security check gets here on time. Seriously, If a shooter is good enough to have someone want to help cover their expenses, more power to 'em. I don't know that I've heard of anyone getting rich off this game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oklahomabound Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 I'm sponsored by Egyptian Sundials... ...they make the only timer that can keep up with me... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Boy Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 How do I go about getting sponsored by Colt? Contact Evil Roy ... he has worked up many Sponsors! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grizzly Dave Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 I am authorized by Just for Men Mustache and Beard Color to offer you a one bottle, one time deal sponsorship with the color of your choice I have the same deal..............I selected Gray I think I'll pass, I've paid dearly for, and earned every gray, er, white hair. Probably caused more than my fair share too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lone Dog, SASS #20401 Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 I used to be sponsored. But truthfully, the headaches come tax time, having to itemize and account for every penny in and out, just wasn't worth the extra couple of million per year. I'm much happier now just buying my own stuff. more like -- "then I woke up" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Widder, SASS #59054 Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Believe it or not, there are (and have been) some top shooters who have refused sponsorship. These Pards work hard to earn their Top Gun positions and in some cases, sponsorships can become restrictive. I'm familiar with one shooter who worked VERY HARD to gain prominence with pistol speed. Then later, here comes Mr. Vendor offering some free bullets for an endorsement. The Cowboy shooter thought that was a pretty cheap shot for all the hard work he had put into this game, just for vendor to take some quick advantage of it for a few bullets. Some shooters need sponsorship just to help them stay in the game. Everyone can't afford 80,000 primers, bullets and sufficient powder to shoot every year for practice. Plus the guns that have to be maintained for being overworked, etc. Then you have travel expenses so that these shooters can afford the big matches. These Top Guns are in great demand to make a lot of matches and sponsorships help get them there. I love going to matches where a big name shooter is attending and if it means them needing sponsorship to attend, I'm all for it. Another thing to consider, WE ALL can benefit also from these sponsorships. Cowboy 'X' is being sponsored by Vendor 'Z'. Cowboy 'X' shows up and leads a FREE training class. Vendor 'Z' shows up and sells US their products, which help enhance OUR shooting. It can be very beneficial even for us who have no sponsorship. ..........Widder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blastmaster Posted September 30, 2015 Share Posted September 30, 2015 My daughter sponsors me. She said for me to use her Inheritance for my shooting pleasure. I am sure she said that. That's my story and sticking to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Hare Posted September 30, 2015 Share Posted September 30, 2015 I have never been to a little league game without seeing some companies name on their jersey. Sponsorship and Professionals are not synonymous. And if anybody wants to spot me anything I'm in. Most Wanted, I got a 5 dollar bill in my pocket if that will help . ~Blue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anvil Al #59168 Posted September 30, 2015 Share Posted September 30, 2015 I have gave free bullets to many shooters. Not all they wanted. But maybe enough to shoot the next up coming big match. 500 here, 1,000 there. But only if they was already a customer to start with. Never had one ask for it. Just something I wanted to do to say Thanks for the support. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother King, SASS #69031 Posted September 30, 2015 Share Posted September 30, 2015 Right on!!!! I'm a Professional!!!!!!! sooooo happy!!!!!! Maybe if we piss off our sponsors we'll get lucky and the sumbuck will fire us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henry T Harrison Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 When are the team uniforms coming? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaleWolf Brunelle, #2495L Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 When are the team uniforms coming? They're not. REF: SHB p.27 / RO1 p.26 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blastmaster Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 When are the team uniforms coming? have seen pictures of pards with club symbol embroidery slickers on the back. Kinda neutral on that one.,,,, they are showing the brand they are riding for....so to speak. Nothing (rule wise) to stop a true, professional from shooting. They just can not have their shooting costume all dolled up with logos. I suppose they could have their gun cart all logoed up. Don't know. See shirts with advertisement on thiem, at times, at monthlies. have seen a case or two at annuals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaleWolf Brunelle, #2495L Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 have seen pictures of pards with club symbol embroidery slickers on the back. Kinda neutral on that one.,,,, they are showing the brand they are riding for....so to speak. Nothing (rule wise) to stop a true, professional from shooting. They just can not have their shooting costume all dolled up with logos. I suppose they could have their gun cart all logoed up. Don't know. See shirts with advertisement on thiem, at times, at monthlies. have seen a case or two at annuals. If match officials won't enforce the rules (see those ref'd in post #58) some shooters will continue to wear "illegal/outlawed" items and equipment. When they're allowed to do so at their monthly matches (where any & everything is allowed ) ; then attend a major match where the rules ARE enforced, they can only blame the lack of local enforcement or their own unfamiliarity with the rules. Advise all shooters to READ THE ******** MANUAL...at least to become familiar with the basics. It would also be helpful if photographers and videographers would NOT post pix/vids of shooters in illegal attire or using illegal equipment. That is one of the reasons many clubs follow SASS rules for their awards ceremonies & don't call up anyone who is not properly dressed for the occasion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shooting Bull Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 oh!!!! and Jif peanut butter!!!! Smooth or chunky? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FriscoCounty Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 I sponsor my kids, and sometimes they thank me for taking them shooting, sometimes they don't! You should threaten to make them wear vests with you logo and URL on the back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boggus Deal #64218 Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 Advise all shooters to READ THE ******** MANUAL...at least to become familiar with the basics. This is one of my biggest gripes. I sure don't remember/know all the rules, but I darn sure know the most basic ones. I also keep all the rule books with me at matches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henry T Harrison Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 They're not. REF: SHB p.27 / RO1 p.26 [/quote I sure hope not but things and rules do have a way of changing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anvil Al #59168 Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 When are the team uniforms coming? Always with the negative comments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuce Stevens SASS#55996 Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 They're not. REF: SHB p.27 / RO1 p.26 [/quote I sure hope not but things and rules do have a way of changing Why would that change????? Sponsorships are as old as the sport in one form or another. The fact still remains if you want to make money in this game you better make/sell a product that folks want or provide a service and then be willing to work you butt off. This is much hand wringing over NOTHING. I only wish people would put at much energy into promoting and working matches as they do worrying about stuff like this the game would be a lot better off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pick Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 It's not against the rules, let it go. The only rule is about the displaying of sponsor's logos on clothing, that's it. I appreciate that one mostly because I think the shooter's shirts in the other shooting sports look ridiculous and the shooters always look just a little embarrassed when wearing them. I can't picture how you're gonna make a cowboy shirt look like an 1800s Nascar Studebaker anyway. I can't shoot bullets that I paid good money for any faster than I can shoot free ones. I doubt the fastest and best are better than me because they got some free stuff. It's even possible that they got some free stuff because they were faster and better than the rest of us. Maybe I should practice, even a little...nah. Next shooter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Most Wanted Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 I appreciate that one mostly because I think the shooter's shirts in the other shooting sports look ridiculous and the shooters always look just a little embarrassed when wearing them. I would like to think they are proud of their accomplishments and the more sponsors they have only confirm that. Would it fit in cowboy? No Do we have to run down other sports to try and make a point ? No. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pick Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 I would like to think they are proud of their accomplishments and the more sponsors they have only confirm that. Would it fit in cowboy? No Do we have to run down other sports to try and make a point ? No. I'm sure they are proud and should be. It's their thing and I'm sure they like it just the way it is. I like our sport the way it is and am glad that we have the rules that we do to keep it from being like all the others. I think most of us chose this one for a reason. I don't follow them closely enough to know what they do. I've just seen the shirts and am glad we don't have anything like that in CAS. No harm intended. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Assassin Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 I don't have a problem with sponsored shooters. I do dislike the fact that professional shooters from other shooting sports are allowed to shoot in our game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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