What kind of stuff are you using?
I have Morel separates, Concept subs n amps, and Kenwood head unit & changer.
I am not big into competition myself. I took my car in once since the show was held at a shop 2 miles from my house. Thought it would be fun just to see how my system did. After that experiene though makes me glad I never went full-fledged into competiton.