Biathlon Canada is reporting three new rule changes to the IBU rulebook for the 2015/16 season. Here’s a quick summary:
7.1.4 – Passing and Giving Way
Added – “The competitor on or exiting the penalty loop has the right of way over the competitor entering the penalty loop.”
7.3.3 – Rifle Repairs, Exchange and Ammunition
Added – Competitors are permitted to receive ammunition “and magazines” only on the shooting range.
8.5.2 – Loading and Unloading
Added – “After starting in a competition, the bolt must remain closed while skiing and it is forbidden to open the bolt or remove a magazine from the stock or magazine-well except when stopped on the shooting mat.”
Nothing earth-shattering but keep these changes in mind as we head into the new season! Thanks to Biathlon Canada for the update – a link to their full memo on these issues can be found HERE.
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