06-06-2008, 03:49 PM
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| Greetings fellow fencers! I am new to this sport.
I had my first fencing lesson and I am extremely excited to get started! Of course we only worked on feet, but I stayed late and watched the instructors bout- very impressive!
I have a few questions about equipment. What are the best websites to order from? What kind of grip do you suggest for a beginner? (grip,hilt; whatever you call it)
The club is letting us use their equipment, but I do eventually want my own so I can practice at home. (My mother is also taking fencing!) I only need information on foil for now because it will be some time before I move on to the others  Thanks.
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06-06-2008, 08:14 PM
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Originally Posted by foxfire  I had my first fencing lesson and I am extremely excited to get started! |
You're a foilist right? If not, stop reading, close this window, and quit life. Quote:
Originally Posted by foxfire What are the best websites to order from? | Depends on what's near you, if you don't want to go there and want delivery, fencing.net is always good, blue gauntlet and absolute are also good for basic fencing gear. Quote:
Originally Posted by foxfire What kind of grip do you suggest for a beginner? | Pistol (and it's variations) and French are the most common, try botha nd take your pick. Quote:
Originally Posted by foxfire I only need information on foil for now because it will be some time before I move on to the others | You WON'T want to fence the others once you start foil. Foil is what the cool kids fence. Foil is what champions are found fencing on Mt. Olympus. There is nothing to a foil-less life. Mark my words, (and tattoo them on yourself) Foil is the best weapon. If you even consider the other 2 'weapons'.
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06-06-2008, 11:45 PM
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#3 | | Senior Member
Join Date: May 2007 Location: Cubicle 13A on the 13th floor
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Originally Posted by Neinteen You're a foilist right? If not, stop reading, close this window, and quit life.
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You WON'T want to fence the others once you start foil. Foil is what the cool kids fence. Foil is what champions are found fencing on Mt. Olympus. There is nothing to a foil-less life. Mark my words, (and tattoo them on yourself) Foil is the best weapon. If you even consider the other 2 'weapons'. | Someday, I swear, I'll duct tape you to the wall, then poke you with your own foil.  Quote: |
Originally Posted by Neinteen Depends on what's near you, if you don't want to go there and want delivery, fencing.net is always good, blue gauntlet and absolute are also good for basic fencing gear. | Nein... actually being helpful.   Quote: |
Originally Posted by foxfire I had my first fencing lesson and I am extremely excited to get started! Of course we only worked on feet *snip* What kind of grip do you suggest for a beginner? | Right now, just work on your footwork, make sure your have the correct form (for months or even years if you could, before you ever touch a foil.) Quote: |
Originally Posted by foxfire What kind of grip do you suggest for a beginner? | French, but switch to pistol when you are ready for competitions.
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06-07-2008, 12:10 AM
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#4 | | Member
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| I highly recommend the grip with the sabre attached to it. If you get the chance, watch and/or try all three weapons. | |
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06-08-2008, 09:33 AM
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| Hi!
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06-08-2008, 01:57 PM
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#6 | | Member
Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Wisconsin
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| Welcome to the forums!
I'd talk to your coach about equipment. He/she will know what's best for you, may be able to get you the equipment at a discount, and help you size it properly. | |
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06-09-2008, 07:50 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Michigan
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| Welcome. I have received a great deal of information form the group here. Some of it has been very useful
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