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Shooting sports: precision and passion
The topic page on shooting sports provides comprehensive information on techniques, equipment and trends in shooting sports. Here you will find exciting articles and interviews with experts. Keep up to date with the latest developments in the world of shooting sports.
IWA OutdoorClassics: Where shooting excellence meets.
The diversity of shooting sports
Shooting sports encompass a variety of disciplines that differ in terms of the weapons used, the types of targets and the rules. The best-known disciplines include:
- Air rifle and air pistol: These disciplines are usually shot indoors at a distance of 10 metres. They are particularly popular with beginners and young shooters as they provide a good basis for starting out in shooting sports. The low recoil force and precise aiming devices make these disciplines ideal for learning the basic techniques.
- Small calibre rifle: Shooting is at distances of 50 metres. This discipline requires a high level of precision and is often held at international competitions. Shooters have to control their breathing and heartbeat in order to achieve the best possible score.
- Large calibre rifle and pistol: These disciplines are suitable for experienced shooters and are shot at longer distances. Handling these weapons requires not only physical strength, but also a high degree of concentration and technique.
- Target shooting: This is a dynamic discipline that involves shooting at flying targets. Well-known variants are trap, skeet and double trap. These disciplines require quick reflexes and excellent hand-eye coordination.
The importance of shooting sports
Shooting sports not only promote physical fitness, but also mental strength. Shooters learn to concentrate, control their breathing and keep their nerve. These skills are not only useful in sport, but also in everyday life. Shooting also promotes discipline, patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
Shooting supply
In addition to the weapons, the right shooting accessories also play an important role in shooting sports. These include, among other things:
- Shooting jackets and trousers: Specialised clothing that provides stability and comfort. This clothing is often made from robust materials and offers shooters the support they need to optimise their shooting position.
- Shooting gloves: They provide additional grip and protect the hands. Shooting gloves are designed to give shooters a better feel for the trigger and the weapon.
- Aiming optics and sights: These help shooters to aim precisely at their targets. High-quality optics and sights are crucial for accuracy and can make the difference between a good and an excellent shot.
- Ear protection: An essential accessory to protect your hearing from the noise of gunfire. Hearing protection is particularly important to prevent long-term hearing damage and increase comfort while shooting.
- Eye protection: This improves the concentration and performance of the shooter. It serves to minimise outside distractions and create a calm, focused environment. Privacy screens can be used in the form of special glasses, screens or partitions. A well-designed privacy screen therefore makes a significant contribution to increasing precision and consistency in shooting sports.
Shooting sport at IWA OutdoorClassics
IWA OutdoorClassics offers one of the leading trade fairs for hunting and shooting sports and outdoor equipment and offers an ideal platform for gathering and exchanging information about the various disciplines of shooting sports and the latest weapons and shooting supplies.
Get an overview here of the exhibitors and products you can look forward to at IWA OutdoorClassics 2025!
Articles and posts on the subject of shooting sports
Articles and contributions are regularly published on the shooting sports page. Find out about trends and developments in shooting sports, shooting supplies and weapons.
