Run archery is a shooting discipline connecting

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with running. It is similar to the sport of

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History

Run archery was developed during the 1990s by European archery associations. Since 2000, some countries in other areas like

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in 2003.

Rules

Like in the sport of biathlon, participants start with running, and alternate between running and shooting series of three

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s at a target from away. For scoring, it does not matter whether the target is hit in the center or at the edge. For each missed shot the athlete must run a penalty loop. The number of laps and target sizes depend on age and bow type. At the end, the fastest athlete wins. The bow must be held in hand during running; arrows can be left at the

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or may be carried in a back quiver.

External links

List of tournaments and clubs

References

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