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At GOALS 2025, TPGHQ met with Boone from CoolFire Trainer to test their CO₂-powered system that turns your actual pistol into a realistic dry-fire tool with true recoil. It lets you train trigger control, sight picture, and follow-up shots without burning ammo. One of the most practical bridges between dry fire and live fire.

At GOALS 2025, TPGHQ sat down with 5150 Rifles to check out the Mud Ghost—an integrally suppressed, titanium 3D-printed rifle that’s lightweight, balanced, and even amphibious. They also unveiled their Orion hunting rifles and teased a 12-gauge AR upper, proving 5150 is pushing bold, innovative engineering across multiple categories.

At GOALS 2025, TPGHQ sat down with SAR Firearms to explore their blend of history and innovation. Founded in 1880 and known for everything from artillery to robotics, SAR is now expanding rapidly in the U.S. with pistols—and soon rifles and AKs—built with European engineering and modern American shooting culture in mind.

At GOALS 2025, TPGHQ met with John Daniel from InVeris to explore their cutting-edge training tech—from beginner-friendly virtual bays to military-grade recoiling simulators. Built on true-to-life ballistics and advanced analytics, InVeris bridges the gap between simulation and live fire with unmatched realism.

At GOALS 2025, TPGHQ linked up with Wolfpack Armory to explore their American-made rifles, PCC options, upgraded components, and custom finishes—but the highlight was unleashing a 12.7mm anti-aircraft gun. From dependable builds to heavy-hitting firepower, Wolfpack Armory brought serious energy to the range.

At GOALS 2025, TPGHQ sat down with Grant from Mantis to explore how their training ecosystem is transforming shooter development. From Laser Academy to new Shadow Systems partnerships and advanced analytics tools, Grant explains how structured practice turns into real USPSA and pistol performance gains. More GOALS coverage coming soon.

At GOALS 2025, TPGHQ sat down with FightLite Industries to explore their MCR and DF dual-feed AR platforms—lightweight systems that run both belts and mags. With 22 years of refinement and a newly updated DF model, FightLite showcases some of the most innovative engineering in the AR world. Explore more at FightLite.com.

At GOALS 2025, TPGHQ sat down with Justin from PSA to explore the Stizon conversion kit for the AKV—developed with Stuff & Things Inc. This modular system transforms the AKV with new ergonomics, multiple rail options, and 60-round mags, giving the platform a bold new identity. A must-see for AK and PCC fans.

Paige-Chan finally stepped into her first USPSA match at Freedom Training Center after six months of airsoft practice, ACE Virtual Shooting, and real-world training. She walks through the nerves, excitement, stage plans, and behind-the-scenes setup—marking the true beginning of her competitive shooting journey.

Paige-Chan ran her first outdoor USPSA stage—tight walls, tricky no-shoots, and a layout that demanded precision and fast decisions. After guidance from GM DeShaun Jenkins on movement, transitions, and simplifying her stage plan, she cut time, tightened accuracy, and walked away with major breakthroughs.

At GOALS 2025, TPGHQ checked out the Extar EP9—a surprisingly lightweight 9mm PCC with a polymer upper and lower starting at just $450. Built from engineering-grade polymers and Glock-mag compatible, it’s durable, innovative, and ready for real range abuse. A standout for budget-minded shooters.

At GOALS 2025, TPGHQ tried the Osprey Defense folding rifle—an innovative platform that collapses small enough for a daypack and deploys into a full carbine in seconds. Outfitted with Unique AR’s custom handguards and a suppressor, it delivered one of the most fun and unconventional shooting experiences of the event.

At GOALS 2025, TPGHQ ran a PKM in 5.45x39—an unbelievably smooth full-auto experience that feels almost like a .22 with a 200-round belt. Then we swapped to a 9mm belt-fed just to keep the chaos going. Pure, grin-inducing machine-gun magic you can only get at GOALS.

At GOALS 2025, TPGHQ tested the Hu-Du muzzle brake and baffle-less suppressor, an insane system claiming up to 87% recoil reduction on .300 Win Mag. After watching the chin-shot demo and running it on multiple platforms, one question remained: how is this thing even real? One of the wildest tests of the event.

At GOALS 2025 Media Range Day, Mr. Rasengun hit the Primary Arms shoot house, tight corners, steel targets, and pressure from the first step. Running a 9mm PCC with an enclosed optic, he tackled a fast, spicy stage. Did he clean it? Depends who you ask. A perfect kickoff to GOALS 2025.

At GOALS 2025, TPGHQ interviewed Dick Heller—the man behind the Supreme Court case that secured the individual right to bear arms. He discusses ongoing legal battles in D.C., including challenges to non-citizen voting, and delivers his trademark sharp, unapologetic defense of the Second Amendment.

To wrap up our GOALS 2025 coverage, TPGHQ takes a closer look at the Springfield Armory 5.0—one of the most talked-about pistols of the event. We ran it side-by-side with a classic steel-frame 1911-style platform to compare recoil, shootability, and the engineering behind each design.

At GOALS 2025, TPGHQ ran the SOLGW Craighead Special Edition OB1 Rifle, built to Christian Craighead’s exact fighting specs. The 13.7” pinned rifle, Rhodesian-inspired camo, and HUXWRX Flow 556K make a smooth, low-blowback setup that shoots as good as it looks. A true “do-anything” combat rifle.

At GOALS 2025, TPGHQ ran Freedom Ordnance’s 9mm belt-fed setup, now paired with a force reset trigger for absurd rates of fire. With AR-style controls and an ~8-inch barrel, this smooth, fast, and wildly fun platform delivers pure range-day chaos in the best way possible

At GOALS 2025, TPGHQ sat down with EAA Corp to break down the 2311 Match X pistol—covering its design, fake pearl grips, and why only Staccato can officially use the term “2011.” From performance to market positioning, this interview offers a detailed look at how the Match X fits into today’s competitive and enthusiast scene.