Fencing Equipment Guide
Every fencer uses protective clothing, an electric blade, and a body cord that connects the fencer to the scoring system. The key differences between épée, foil, and sabre are the valid target area, how a touch scores, and which equipment components must be conductive.
Choose Your Blade:
Please See Each Blades Page for More Information on Equipment
Quick Beginner Checklist
· A properly fitted mask
· Jacket and breeches
· Plastron and appropriate chest protection
· Weapon-specific glove
· Weapon-specific electric weapon
· Correct body cord
· Lamé equipment for foil or sabre
· Long fencing socks and court or fencing shoes