Nikon 8449 User Guide - Page 7

bullet up to two feet depending on velocity and bullet design. There is only one way to learn to shoot in wind and that is getting out there and shooting in windy conditions. Keep notes on wind speed and wind direction in relation to bullet travel because this information is easily forgotten. Trajectory is much easier to handle since gravity affects our bullets quite uniformly. The Nikon BDC reticle will become your partner as you prepare for the eventuality of long shots. Close shots are recommended but some game species and habitats require longer shooting. Shots past 250 to 300 yards require hold-offs with most popular hunting cartridges. Nikon has developed a simple technique for tuning the accuracy circles in the BDC reticle to the trajectory of your particular load. The bottom line is that we must shoot under controlled circumstances so that reticle performance can be tailored properly. This requires a safe shooting location, large targets