Most of you are active biathlon families. But I know some of you have personal rifles that are not being used extensively!!
This spring, we have seen many newcomers to our sport!! Of those who are in and participating, plus those who have expressed interest and will be invited to our first camp in May, I count up 13 new names since last fall!! These are all teenage athletes who would qualify for a leased MN Biathlon rifle..if we had enough to cover all of them!! And an equal number of older athletes: seniors, masters, etc., have shown interest but would have to provide their own rifles…
It is great to be popular! But…..
On the other end of our pipeline, we have a number who are dedicated to the sport, but will be leaving the state for colleges elsewhere. They have been buying their own rifles. Several this year, again. I have also been pulling in some rifles from athletes who were not using them enough in MN events per the lease agreement.
To help alleviate what appears to be a shortage of MN Biathlon rifles this year for lease, 4 families, who are currently leasing, have indicated an interest in personally purchasing a used rifle, if any are available. Three right handed and one left handed. Anschutz Fortners are preferable.
So long way of asking that if anyone has a rifle they would like to sell, please get in touch and I will connect you with one of the four families. Most used Fortners are in the $3000-$4000 range unless it is almost new. Factory stocks have been changing over the past 10-15 yrs or so—carrying harnesses and slings often need replacing, and etc.
So hoping some of you will be willing to clean out your closets!!
I’ve decided to finally buy an Anschutz, so I’m selling my Izhmash biathlon rifle. I built this rifle 2 years ago with all new parts. The rifle itself was unused. It is a fully race-ready rifle in great condition. Included are the following: -Izhmash 7-2 rifle, right-handed -Lost Nation stock, very adjustable, tools and extra rounds holder included. -Larsen Biathlon front and rear sites, built in Norway. -Biatar harness, made in Ukraine -Altius sling -5 magazines -Madshus rifle bag
This rifle has been well maintained; bore cleaned every 100-150 rounds and completely disassemble and cleaned 4-5 times a year. The Izhmash is a very easy rifle to take apart and clean.
Because of the versatility of the Lost Nation stock fit both young and older biathletes. $2800 obo,
Can pick up in Madison, Wi or will ship to an FFL dealer at buyers expense. If you have questions email me @ jrhamrl2003@yahoo.com or text/phone at 608-443-7219
Midwest Regional Race # 6, at Ariens Nordic Center
Saturday, March 11, 2023 9:00 AM (GMT-6) – Saturday, March 11, 2023 2:30 PM (GMT-6)
Event info
Registration closes: Thursday, March 9, 2023 11:59 PM (GMT-6) Organized by: Blackhawk Biathlon, WI Biathlon, Bay Nordic Biathon Event website: http://www.wisconsinbiathlon.com/index.html
Event notes
Super Sprint Style Format Biathlon Race, 20 sec Interval start, one spare round per shooting stage
Age 15 – Adult: 5 X 1.2K, PPSS with one spare round per shooting stage, 75 M Penalty lap Age 13 & 14 (U15): 5 X 1.2K, PPPP with one spare round per shooting stage, 75 M Penalty lap Age 12 and Under (U13): 5 X 1.2K PPPP (no blocks) with one spare round per shooting stage at standing targets, 75 M Penalty lap
P = Prone shooting, S = Standing
NOTE: There will be NO same day registration. Payment due at registration race day. This is an OPEN race for USBA “Red Book” safety certified biathletes and youth in a USBA biathlon program. U15 and U13 biathletes will not be carrying a rifle. Competitive U15 biathletes are encouraged to race up in the U19 age group.
$20 event daily venue fee payable to Ariens Nordic Center day of race (All racers) $ 10 race fee for Youth through 21 years of age, payable to Blackhawk Ski Club $ 20 race fee for Adults over 21, payable to Blackhawk Ski Club
A “Competitor” level annual USBA membership or USBA “member for a day” is required to cover race liability insurance. Do not show up on race day without some form of USBA membership.
WI Biathlon and Blackhawk Biathlon welcome the participation of Adaptive Athletes! Please sign up as appropriate to your age and contact Mark via email prior to starting the race concerning your distance and categorization preferences.
IMPORTANT:
Bring exact cash or check for payment to event payable to Blackhawk Ski Club. Parent must accept waiver for minors.
9:00 AM Course and range setup 9:30 Registration open 10:00 – 10:45 Age 15 through adult zero 11:00 – Age 15 – Adult female race start 11:45 – Age 15 – Adult males race start 1;00 – 1:30 PM – U15 and U13 zero 1:45 – U15 and U13 race, male and female
Midwest Regional Race # 7, at Ariens Nordic Center
Sunday, March 12, 2023 8:00 AM (GMT-6) – 2:30 PM (GMT-6)
Registration closes: Thursday, March 9, 2023 11:59 PM (GMT-6) Organized by: Blackhawk Biathlon, WI Biathlon, Bay Nordic Biathlon Event website: http://www.wisconsinbiathlon.com/index.htm
Event notes
Mass Start by Age Group Format Biathlon Race, Course length subject to change based on snow conditions
12K, PPSS – Age 15 – Adult 150 M Penalty lap 6K, PPPP Age 13 & 14 (U15) 75 M Penalty lap 6K PPPP at standing targets (no blocks), 12 and Under (U13), 75 M Penalty lap
P = Prone shooting, S = Standing shooting
NOTE: There will be NO same day registration. Payment due at registration race day. This is an OPEN race for USBA “Red Book” safety certified biathletes and youth in a USBA biathlon program. U15 and U13 biathletes will not be carrying a rifle. Competitive U15 biathletes are encouraged to race up in the U19 age group.
$20 Ariens Nordic Center event fee for all participants $10 for Youth through 21 payable to Blackhawk Ski Club $20 Adults over 21 payable to Blackhawk Ski Club
A “Competitor” level annual USBA membership or USBA “member for a day” is required to cover race liability insurance.
WI Biathlon welcome the participation of Adaptive Athletes! Please sign up as appropriate to your age and contact Mark Torresani via email prior to starting the race concerning your distance and categorization preferences.
IMPORTANT:
Bring exact cash or check for payment to event payable to Blackhawk Ski Club. Parent must accept waiver for minors.
If you require USBA “Membership For a Day” for this event, please purchase online with the USBA prior to the race. Do not show up to this race without some form of USBA race membership.
8:00 AM Course and Range Setup 8:30 Registration Open 9:00 – 9:45 Age 15 through Adult Zero 10:00 12K (Female) Race Start 10:45 12K (Male) Race Start 12;00 PM U15 and U13 Zero 12:45 PM 6K Race start
