Tripoli's Triggers in Williamsport - range report

[ricbri69]

Hey guys, went to the indoor range last night at Tripoli's triggers and wanted to share since I did a search and didn't find any details about it. Note that anything here is personal opinion or observations and I do not represent the range, nor is anything I say gospel - prices, details, etc. may change and you would have to contact the range personnel to get up to date information. I'm just trying to provide information for those who haven't been there, as their website does not cover all of these details.

Anyways, went down last night to try and break in my M&P. Walked in and I was the only person there aside from the owner. First time at the range they require your driver's license, LTCF (if you don't have one you have to pay for a background check), and you have to fill out a waiver and a basic range safety quiz. They provide loaner eye and ear protection and do offer rental pistols. Anyway, lane time is purchased by the half hour (box of 50 shells = 1/2 hour). Price was $28 + tax for 9mm, .380, and .38. I believe the price is $36 + tax for .357 sig, .40S&W, and .45ACP. Those are the only calibers that are allowed at the range. Personal ammo is not allowed.

Since it was my first time, Frank took me in and showed me how the lanes worked and gave me a few pointers (since I'm still a newbie to handguns). Range is very nice: I believe there were 15 lanes, goes all the way out to 25 yards. Very clean and well kept.

All in all it was a very good experience. I'll definitely go back next time I'm out that way. They have pretty good hours (10AM-9PM M-F, 10-3, 7-9 S, 10-6 Sun). It gets an A+ from me.

[chugger95]

I went there after I purchased my first pistol and shot it. He was a pretty good guy. Gave me a few pointers, set up the range to shoot 5 at a time at the different lengths and then even scored the targets for us afterwards. I had a great time there myself.

[clarion44]

Frank and Christine are always real helpful. I shoot in their leagues they have each season. Next time either of you are in the area, send me a PM and we'll meet there for some shooting.

[ricbri69]

My family lives there and I grew up in the area. I get back a few weekends a month, so I'll give you a heads up next time I'm in town.

[c.sander]

Originally Posted by ricbri69

Anyway, lane time is purchased by the half hour (box of 50 shells = 1/2 hour). Price was $28 + tax for 9mm, .380, and .38. I believe the price is $36 + tax for .357 sig, .40S&W, and .45ACP. Those are the only calibers that are allowed at the range. Personal ammo is not allowed.

they are ripping you off insanely on the ammo thats 200% more than that ammo should cost you

[clarion44]

It was mentioned, no personal ammo, but that's because you have to use frangible lead free ammo. I have a membership there that gives me a discount at the range. So factoring in the discount, and the gas I'd spend driving out to Consolidated Sportsmans, ammo, etc... for me, shooting in their league competing with others is worth the lil extra.

[ricbri69]

Originally Posted by c.sander

they are ripping you off insanely on the ammo thats 200% more than that ammo should cost you

The price is for the ammo AND the lane time. It costs a few bucks to have an indoor range set up like that and you're paying for the convenience of using a nice range. Would I pay $28 for a box of 50 to shoot at a crappy public range that's chewed up, cold, poorly taken care of, and frequently inhabited by people that shouldn't be trusted with cap guns. Saving a few bucks is great, but I like going somewhere safe and comfortable to shoot in the winter, even if it costs me a few bucks to be there.