Slay Clays Blog

College and University Shotgun Programs

Explore the top college and university shotgun sports programs across the U.S., including Lindenwood, Hillsdale, Schreiner, and more. Learn about...

What Choke for Sporting Clays?

Learn how to choose the right choke for sporting clays to improve your accuracy and performance. Discover the impact of different choke types and how...

Real Avid Gun Tool Core Overview

Discover the Real Avid Gun Tool Core (Shotgun Edition), a versatile multitool designed for firearm maintenance and repairs. Learn how this compact...

Youth Shotgun Sports

Explore the growing world of youth shotgun sports, where young athletes develop skills in trap, skeet, and sporting clays. Learn about the benefits,...

Enhancing Your Shotgun Game

Looking to improve your shotgun skills? Explore tips and techniques to enhance your performance in trap, skeet, and sporting clays. From gear...

Top 5 Shotgun Trends in 2024

Explore the top 5 shotgun trends shaping 2024, from innovative designs and advanced materials to growing shooting sports. Stay ahead of the game with...

Slaying Clays - Trap

Master the art of trap shooting with tips and strategies from Slay Clays. Learn the fundamentals, improve your accuracy, and build the skills needed...

Who's Selling All the Ammo?

Discover who’s driving the ammo market and where to find ammunition amidst high demand. Explore insights into industry trends, key sellers, and tips...

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Top 7 Shotgun Myths

Uncover the truth behind shotgun myths, from misconceptions about accuracy to the realities of ammo performance. Separate fact from fiction and...

Na, you don't need to aim

Myth busting time. Yes, you need to aim your shotgun when shooting at a target. Shot spread helps but it all depends on the distance.

Guide to Shotgun Chokes

Learn everything you need to know about shotgun chokes with this comprehensive guide. Explore the different types, how they affect your shot patterns.

How to Pattern Your Shotgun

Learn how to pattern your shotgun for improved accuracy and performance. This guide covers the essentials of setting up a patterning target,...

Trap vs Skeet vs Sporting Clays

Discover the key differences between trap, skeet, and sporting clays in this detailed comparison. Whether you're a beginner or experienced shooter,...

Types of Clay Targets

Explore the different types of clay targets used in shooting sports, from standard clays to specialty targets like rabbit and battue. Learn how each...

The Why

How did Slay Clays come about? Where did we start? Where are we going?

It takes a village...

Growing the shotgun sports takes a multi-angle attack. Below are 8 ways to increase club membership and event participation.

Time for Actions!

Shotgun actions, that is. Pump, Semi, Break, Bolt and Lever. Dive into the differences of each.

The Mental Game

Mental > Physical. Master the mental side of shotgun sports with tips on focus, discipline, and overcoming pressure. Learn how to build a winning...

Types of shogun loads

Discover the different types of shotgun loads and how they impact your shooting performance. From birdshot to buckshot and slugs, learn which load to...

Top 10 Items to Bring to a Shoot

Prepare for a successful day on the range with this list of the top 10 must-have items to bring to a shoot. From essential gear to comfort and safety...

Time to Innovate

"The Obstacle is the Way" - Marcus Aurelius