I've shot CBA cast bullet benchrest myself, in several classes. It's a competition among like minded individuals who have deemed it necessary to run an equipment race to win now. It was a lot more fun when it wasn't. What they represent is their membership who choose to compete...... not everyone everywhere. Several other organizations exist who compete with lead bullets also..... and have matches that draw large crowds. Personally I like the challenge of getting a common factory produced military or commercial rifle or handgun to shoot very good groups at longer ranges.