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Olympic 10m Rifle and Pistol Airgun Enthusiast Site
Olympic 10m Rifle and Pistol Airgun Enthusiast Site
Essential and optional equipment for Olympic shooting
While Olympic shooting can appear gear-heavy, don't let that intimidate you! Most clubs have equipment available for beginners to use while they're learning the sport and deciding if they want to invest in their own gear. This approach lets you try different options and make informed decisions about your equipment needs.
Many accessories are optional or specific to certain disciplines. For instance, rifle shooters use specialized clothing and gloves that pistol shooters don't need. Start with the basics and add equipment as you progress in the sport and understand your personal preferences.
If you're just starting out, comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes are typically enough to get started! Check with your range prior to your first visit to see if they have any requirements.
Specialized stiff clothing that provides stability and support for rifle shooting positions. These are regulated by ISSF rules for thickness and stiffness.
Provides grip and protection for the supporting hand. Must meet ISSF specifications for thickness and material.
Clear or slightly tinted shooting glasses. Some include adjustable iris for enhanced sight picture.
Optional but recommended. Air guns still have a pop but are much quieter than a typical firearm.
Blinders block the vision of your non-active eye, allowing athletes to keep both eyes open without strain. They come in various styles, some attach to glasses frames or hats. Must comply to ISSF rules.
An adjustable aperture found in shooting glasses, which allows the shooter to control the amount of light entering their eye by narrowing or widening the opening, thus improving focus on the sights and target by managing depth of field
A case that holds 10 rows of 10 pellets each for easy access and counting during matches.
Used to prevent tins from opening during transport.