2014 Rule Changes
During the 2013 FIE Congress, a number of rule changes were introduced, effective as at 1 January in most cases. Subject to selected local changes, the AFF uses the FIE rules. Fencers should note the following, referring to the FIE rules noted below for the exact text of the rule or rule change:
* In foil, beats on the lower third of the blade will now be considered parries by the opponent - t.56.4.
* The absence of blade contact will no longer be a criterion for non-combativity - t.87.4.2.
* There will be no penalty for simple corps a corps for foil and sabre, but the referee still calls "Halt!" - t.20.2 / t.20.3.
* Visor masks will be forbidden in all weapons - Material Rules Annex A.2.1.2.
* Insulting a referee will be an immediate Group 4 offence (Black card) - t.82.3(b).
* Violently or dangerously throwing one's mask is a Group 4 offence (Black Card) - t.87.3(b)
* Fencers passing each other on the strip must do so completely before the referee calls "Halt!" - t.21.3
* Foil and sabre fencers must have a spare mask wire at the side of the strip - t.45.
* Foils and epees must be made of maraging steel - this is generally the case at the moment.
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