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Materials needed for the class To Arm for Tournament (the instructor recommends attempting no more than two items in a single session)

(pick two at the most)

Ring Lance

  • 8’ dowel, 1 1/4” diameter
  • Lance tip of your preference (Some may be available for sale).

Lightweight Ring Lance

  • 8’ Cedar 1” X 4” (sold at Home Depot as decking)

Quintain Lance

  • 10’ - 12’ long dowel 1 1/2 + inch diameter
  • Rubber or leather pad for end (instructor will provide leather)

Javelin

  • Hacksaw (if you have one, otherwise one will be available)
  • Minimum 5’ long dowel, 1” - 1 1/4” diameter
  • 8 – 12 inch long nail/spike 1/4” - 3/8” diameter
  • Minor’s alternative: 12” schedule 40 PVC pipe sized to fit on your dowel

Behord ‘sword’

  • 3’ – 4’ (Depending on your length preference) of 1/2 inch, schedule 40 PVC pipe.
  • Two (2) end caps for the PVC pipe (instructor will provide glue)
  • 3’ - 4’+ foam pipe insulation 3/4 inch (minimum) wall thickness or a 3 inch diameter ‘pool noodle”
  • Your choice of colored duct tape

Crest (minimum 2 sessions)

  • An idea of the crest design you want. Need ideas?: Article: Build a Crest of Mounted Combat
  • At least 2’ X 4’ of 2” thick pink insulation foam or foam shapes (see Michael's)
  • A sharp thin knife or foam cutter (usually available at Micheal’s or other craft stores. One available for borrowing.)
  • A 2” X 4” piece of Velcro
  • Acrylic paint or waterbased spray paint.
  • Heavy fabric or leather for the base.

(instructor will provide glue to laminate pieces and attach the base)

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