NROI Podcast
Want to know more about the USPSA and SCSA Rules? Need to keep up on the rules changes? The NROI Podcast is the place to get the rules, from the source. Join us for discussions on the rules, history of the sport, and other topics.May contain infrequent use of mild profanity.
NROI Podcast
94. NROI Podcast February 2026 #2
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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We open this week with a discussion about unauthorized target use and then move to our annual review of the Rules changes with explanation and commentary.
We will resume our normal format next episode.
Note: Transcriptions done by AI or other means may not be entirely accurate. This podcast, and any transcription thereof, does not constitute an official NROI ruling. Questions should be sent to rules@uspsa.org.
Introduction and New Rulebooks
Effective Dates And Exam Guidance
Counterfeit Targets And Vendor Compliance
Cardboard Specs, ECT, And Waterproofing
Nostalgia And Target Evolution
Steel Challenge: New Box, Trigger, And Interference Rules
Safe Grounding Firearms And Sweeping Clarifications
Divisions Update: Limited Optics And Rimfire Revolver
Multigun And USPSA: Forbidden Action Refined
Binary And Forced-Reset Trigger Bans
Paperless Scoring Requirements And Syncing
Facing Definitions And Chrono Tech Updates
Strong Hand Rules Consolidated Across Stages
Stay Inside Fault Lines Now Allowed At All Levels
Enforcing Movement Penalties Without Overreach
No‑Shoot Colors And Consistency
Mag Placement, Magnets, And No Bump To Open
PCC Sweeping Outside COF And Safety
Chrono: Safeties, Mag Reassembly, And Fair Retests
Certified Ammo Tolerance Tightened
Stage Design: History, Gaming, And Lessons
Growth Of Level Twos And Stage Quality
Approvals, Submitting Stages, And Closing CTA