Are competitors required to bring their own blocks and sandbags to competition?

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Not specified
• D. Depends

Answer: (A)

Competitors must provide their own rifle rests, including blocks and sandbags, because the way a shooter stabilizes the rifle is part of their personal setup and ensures consistency across competitors. Using gear you’ve trained with helps you shoot more accurately and safely, and ranges may not supply identical rests for everyone. Bringing your own blocks and sandbags also keeps the setup predictable and within standard rules, since the equipment is chosen to meet the shooter’s technique and the competition’s specifications. If an accommodation is needed for safety or accessibility, it’s handled through event staff, but the default is that each shooter brings these items.