Start positions

Many stage briefs give a “Default” start position, so the briefs stay short. The default start conditions come from the PCSL General Rulebook:

• 7.3.2. The competitor always has the option to start with an unloaded firearm by choice, even if the WSB specifies that the firearm starts loaded, unless this option is specifically disallowed by the WSB
• 7.3.3. The Default Competitor & Firearm Start Conditions are
• 7.3.3.1. Firearm loaded, in a Safe Condition per 2.6 and,
• 7.3.3.2. If the competitor starts with the handgun: handgun holstered, competitor’s wrists below belt and strong hand wrist completely below backstrap of handgun
• 7.3.3.2.1. Unless otherwise specified by the WSB, no part of the hands forward of the wrist may be in contact with the handgun prior to the start signal.
• 7.3.3.3. If the competitor starts with a long gun: [Carbine/Shotgun] held with stock touching belt and muzzle pointed generally downrange.