For Fita field
9.3.1 Bows:
9.3.1.1 For
Recurve and Barebow divisions
A bow of any type provided it subscribes to the accepted principle and meaning of
the word ?bow? as used in target archery, that is, an instrument consisting of a handle
(grip), riser (no shoot-through types are permitted) and two flexible limbs each
ending in a tip with a string nock. The bow is braced for use by a single string attached
directly between the two string nocks, and in operation is held in one hand
by its handle (grip) while the fingers of the other hand draw, hold back and release
the string.
9.3.1.1.1 Multi-coloured bow risers, and trademarks located on the inside
of the upper and lower limb are permitted.
9.3.1.1.2
Recurve: Risers including a brace are permitted provided the
brace does not consistently touch the athlete?s hand or wrist.
9.3.1.2 Barebow divisions only:
The bow as described above must be bare, except for the arrow rest, and free from
protrusions, sight marks, marks or blemishes or laminated pieces (within the bow
window area) which could be of use in aiming. The un-braced bow complete with
permitted accessories must be capable of passing through a hole or ring of 12.2cm
inside diameter ? 0.5mm.
9.3.2.3 Barebow and
Longbow divisions:
The serving on the string must not end within the athlete?s vision
at full draw. The bowstring must not in any way assist aiming
through the use of a peephole, marking, or any other means. No
lip or nose mark is permitted.
Arrow rest:
9.3.3.1 Recurve and Barebow divisions:
An arrow rest, which can be adjustable, a moveable Pressure
Button, Pressure Point or Arrow plate may be used on the bow
provided they are not electric or electronic and do not offer any
additional aid in aiming.
? Recurve division: The pressure point may not be placed any
further back than 4cm (inside) from the throat of the handle
(pivot point) of the bow;
? Barebow division: The pressure point may not be placed any
further back than 2cm (inside) from the throat of the handle
(pivot point) of the bow.
9.3.4.2 Barebow and
longbow divisions:
No draw check device is permitted.
9.3.5.2 Barebow and longbow divisions:
No sight or nor sightmark(s) on the bow that help aiming are allowed;
For barebow face and string walking is permitted.
9.3.6.2 Barebow division:
No stabilizers are permitted.
9.3.10.1 All divisions:
9.3.10.1.1 The following accessories are permitted, such as:
? Bracers (arm guards), dress shield, bow sling, belt or ground
quiver and tassel. Foot markers may not protrude more than
1cm from the ground. Also permitted are limb savers, lightweight string material on the bow or stabilizer as a wind indicator.
A bit long winded but worth printing for your own records
Regards
TS