I would like to pick up a rifle that would be good for biathlon
training, but ideally, would be a good multi-purpose rifle for the
woods. Does anyone own the Izhmash Basic Biathlon rifle? Opinions on
how good/bad it is? And since it comes without sights, any ideas how
much it would cost to get a decent set of peep sights put on it? Does
it make sense to spend up for the complete Izhmash kit or an
entry-level Anschutz?

http://www.eaacorp.com/firearms/rifles/targetrifles/biathlon_basic/table.shtml

Also, any opinions on the CZ-452? I know it is not a biathlon rifle,
but I have heard a lot of positive feedback on it. I don't own any
bolt .22 rifles whatsoever, so giving some thought to an inexpensive
rifle that will simply give me some practice trigger time. (Air rifles
are out where I live.)

Thanks!

Wayne

--- In biathlonnorthamerica@yahoogroups.com, Kevin Nealon <kevin@b...>
wrote:
> Hi John,
>
> > I am looking at purchasing a relatively inexpensive biathlon rifle for
> > training. I am new to the sport and want something obviously that
> > works, and once I get into the sport more gear up for more expesive
> > stuff once I am satisfied I deserve it.
>
> There are three inexpensive biathlon rifles I know of.
>
> Anschutz 1451: Under $350 without sights and sling/harness. The stock is
> something of a hybred between a sporter style and a target stock. It
has a
> two stage trigger with what feels like a five pound plull weight. I
have one
> for my daughter, works great.
>
> Anschutz 64R: Under $650 without sights and sling/harness. The stock
has a
> very short pull, so you may need some spacers. That said it's a lot
easier
> to shoot a stock that's too short than too long. This rifle can also
be had
> in a left hand version. The trigger is a 1.5Kg two stage. On a lark
I shot
> this in a 120 shot three position match and scored 1096, not great,
but not
> bad either.
>
> Besides sights and sling/harness, you will also need to purchase extra
> magazines and a holder for these rilfes.
>
> Anschutz Web site
<http://jga.anschuetz-sport.com/english.php?index2.htm>
>
> EAA Biathlon (Russian Izhmash Biathlon): $1,000 with sights,
magazine and
> holder. Also has an adjustable comb. I have no experience with this
rifle. I
> have been told that the IZH46M air pistol is a very sold performer,
so maybe
> they do have good build quality.
>
> http://www.eaacorp.com/firearms/rifles/targetrifles/biathlon/index.shtml
>
> Kevin

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Read story later today on fasterskier.com

Just wondering if anyone out there has any info on the specifics of
a Biathlon target, I would like to build one.  The only thing I know
is the size of the prone and standing targets.

I got mine from at www.torbjornsport.com. I use the
PRO-SKI R2 Roadskater Rollerski and have been very
pleased. I hope this helps.
Steve
--- adamgale19 <adamgale19@...> wrote:
> Hey there all,
> I'm trying to purchase rollerskis for myself and
> partially for a
> group, and I'm looking for prices that won't land me
> in the $500 plus
> range but I dont' want to have crap either.
>
> Anyone got any suggestions for good skis and low
> prices.
>
>
> Adam
>
>

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Hey there all,
I'm trying to purchase rollerskis for myself and partially for a
group, and I'm looking for prices that won't land me in the $500 plus
range but I dont' want to have crap either.

Anyone got any suggestions for good skis and low prices.


Adam

Doug,
Thanks for all your good information. Unfortunatelly i was not able
to go as I wanted to. I hope you had a blast but from the TV, it does
not seem that the crowd was aplenty??
Thanks
--- In biathlonnorthamerica@yahoogroups.com, Doug McBournie
<al7qs@j...> wrote:
> The biathlon site is on the right hand side of the road that goes
to the
> Mt. VanHo nordic ski area and Bobsled run. The access road is off
Rt.73
> before you get to Lake Placid (can't miss it). When I go up there I
> usually stay at the Econo Lodge in Lake Placid (about 10 min. from
Mt.
> VanHo). The biathlon is one of the best deals around to see world
class
> competitors....its free! After you watch the daily event you can go
up
> the road to the ski area and enjoy the trails. Bring as many people
as
> you can, the organizers need a large showing of spectators to ensure
> future events in this country....at the Senior Nat'l Biathlon last
month
> I don't think there were more than 20 spectators per day. Hope this
is
> the info you are looking for.
>
>
> On Tue, 27 Jan 2004 10:56:55 -0800 (PST) PATRICK LESIMPLE
> <shussbar@y...> writes:
> > Any good recommendations for this event? I don t know
> > the area , and would like to know where the biathlon
> > site is, what is the best accomodation ( close and
> > afordable)...
> >
> > Thanks
>
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--- In biathlonnorthamerica@yahoogroups.com, "ems151" <ems151@y...>
wrote:
> Since it seems that the only rifles I can find in a left handed
model
> are anschutz which are way out of my price range, I'm wondering what
> to do?  Do most left handed biathletes just put up with the
> inconveniance?  Or are there other options?  What do others do?
>
> thanks
>
> eric

I would check www.skinnyski.com and look under classifieds. I saw a
left handed fortner with all the goodies and an extra Larsen stock
for 1500.00. That is very cheap. If it came down to a 1000.00 for a
russian rifle or 1500.00 for the Fortner...no choice, the fortner is
way better.

Kurt

As of last year Anschutz manufactures a low cost biathlon training
rifle- 64R and 64L. It is available with a 500 or 1500 gram trigger.
Please search this web site for owners comments on the 64R & L.
I own a Anschutz 1827BL and highly recommend the 1827BL for accuracy.

Another choice is the very rare Finnbiathlon rifle that was
fabricated in a left hand version many (15-20?) years ago. Good luck
finding one.

The curent exchange rate between the U.S. Dollar and the Euro does
not help. Watch the exchange rate before you buy a rifle from Europe.

I believe, this makes four left handed biathletes in this yahoo!group.





--- In biathlonnorthamerica@yahoogroups.com, "ems151" <ems151@y...>
wrote:
> Since it seems that the only rifles I can find in a left handed
model
> are anschutz which are way out of my price range, I'm wondering what
> to do?  Do most left handed biathletes just put up with the
> inconveniance?  Or are there other options?  What do others do?
>
> thanks
>
> eric

Since it seems that the only rifles I can find in a left handed model
are anschutz which are way out of my price range, I'm wondering what
to do?  Do most left handed biathletes just put up with the
inconveniance?  Or are there other options?  What do others do?

thanks

eric

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-- adamgale19 <adamgale19@...> wrote:
> If you're really stuck and in need for a
> competition, try dog collars.
>  I know it sounds funny, but last year we were
> missing to arm cuffs,
> so we went to the drug store and bought two dog
> collars!
>
>
> --- In biathlonnorthamerica@yahoogroups.com,
> "climber55806"
> <climber55806@y...> wrote:
> > --- In biathlonnorthamerica@yahoogroups.com,
> jaguar5701
> > <no_reply@y...> wrote:
> > > --- In biathlonnorthamerica@yahoogroups.com,
> Bill_Voegele
> > > <no_reply@y...> wrote:
> > > > I am looking for biathlon arm slings (cuffs)
> with velcro
> > closings.
> > > > Does
> > > > anybody know where I can find that in the US?
> Do Core Sport in MN
> > > > have those?
> > > > Thanks so much.
> > > > Bill V.
> > >
> > > As far as I know Core Sport still sells them.  I
> have purchased 2
> > of
> > > them over the last few years.
> >
> > Yep, Core sport can be reached via email at
> coresprt@u... or
> > you can call them: Phone 888-830-2785.. ...Fax
> 218-682-2785.
> >
> > Their website is a bit messy, but this link works
> for their cuffs:
> > http://uslink.net/~coresprt/cuff.htm
>
>


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If you're really stuck and in need for a competition, try dog collars.
  I know it sounds funny, but last year we were missing to arm cuffs,
so we went to the drug store and bought two dog collars!


--- In biathlonnorthamerica@yahoogroups.com, "climber55806"
<climber55806@y...> wrote:
> --- In biathlonnorthamerica@yahoogroups.com, jaguar5701
> <no_reply@y...> wrote:
> > --- In biathlonnorthamerica@yahoogroups.com, Bill_Voegele
> > <no_reply@y...> wrote:
> > > I am looking for biathlon arm slings (cuffs) with velcro
> closings.
> > > Does
> > > anybody know where I can find that in the US? Do Core Sport in MN
> > > have those?
> > > Thanks so much.
> > > Bill V.
> >
> > As far as I know Core Sport still sells them.  I have purchased 2
> of
> > them over the last few years.
>
> Yep, Core sport can be reached via email at coresprt@u... or
> you can call them: Phone 888-830-2785.. ...Fax 218-682-2785.
>
> Their website is a bit messy, but this link works for their cuffs:
> http://uslink.net/~coresprt/cuff.htm

The best way to get close to the competitors at the World Cup is to
volunteer to help.  They are looking for help.  Go to orda.org, and I
think that there is a link.  I wish that I could stay for that
weekend, but I will be up there to race the weekend before, and won't
be able to get the time off.  Hope that you enjoy yourself.

The biathlon site is on the right hand side of the road that goes to the
Mt. VanHo nordic ski area and Bobsled run. The access road is off Rt.73
before you get to Lake Placid (can't miss it). When I go up there I
usually stay at the Econo Lodge in Lake Placid (about 10 min. from Mt.
VanHo). The biathlon is one of the best deals around to see world class
competitors....its free! After you watch the daily event you can go up
the road to the ski area and enjoy the trails. Bring as many people as
you can, the organizers need a large showing of spectators to ensure
future events in this country....at the Senior Nat'l Biathlon last month
I don't think there were more than 20 spectators per day. Hope this is
the info you are looking for.


On Tue, 27 Jan 2004 10:56:55 -0800 (PST) PATRICK LESIMPLE
<shussbar@...> writes:
> Any good recommendations for this event? I don t know
> the area , and would like to know where the biathlon
> site is, what is the best accomodation ( close and
> afordable)...
>
> Thanks

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Any good recommendations for this event? I don t know
the area , and would like to know where the biathlon
site is, what is the best accomodation ( close and
afordable)...

Thanks

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I started winter biathlon in upstate NY with the boys at the Syracuse
club. I moved to Maryland and would like to get back into things. Due
to the lack of snow I am forced to drop the skis and pick up my
running shoes for summer biathlon. I am looking for anyone interested
or has information about summer biathlon in Maryland. I don't mind
traveling but I do need to sight in my rifle, find somewhere to run a
few laps and get the local knowledge about biathlon. You can reply to
this post or e-mail me with any info. Thanks a lot and I hope to see
you on the trails.
Jarrett

Slings, Harnesses, shooting cuffs, and rifle covers
are availabe after Jan 1 2004 from Coresport@...

--- xcboy1892 <xcboy1892@...> wrote:
> I'm just getting back in to skiing and specifically
> trying to focus
> on the biathlon. I skied for four years in high
> school and then went
> on to run in college and now I'm back home and want
> to get in to
> biathlon. I currently own a Marlin Biathlon gun it
> is equipped with
> Lyman rear sights and then has an Anshchutz magazine
> holder on the
> stock. What else do most biathlon guns have on them?
> I know I need a
> sling but I cannot even manage to find one. I have
> been looking all
> over the net trying to find resources of where to
> buy equipment but I
> have been unsuccessful. Does anyone have any links
> to on-line
> catalogues that have biathlon equipment or focus on
> Biathlon? I have
> been to just about every sight I have found and
> searched through
> every search engine and I have been very
> unsuccessful. I looked on
> the minnesotabiathlon page and did not really see
> any links to a
> retailer's site. I'm use to being able to shop
> on-line for all of my
> Nordic equipment, is that just not possible when
> looking for biathlon
> equipment? It's easy to got to GearWest.com and
> similar sites to
> purchase everything Nordic is their no site like
> this for biathlon?
> If anyone has any quality sites or could help me out
> in anyway feel
> free to e-mail me at Briko11@... or respond to
> this post. Thanks
>
>


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Try the equipment post section on the Syracuse Biathlon web-sight.  I
know that they have a couple of used rifles there.  I think it is
syracusebiathlon.com

And new as well...

http://www.nealjguns.com/ss_store/Slings.html

xcboy1892 <xcboy1892@...> wrote:
I'm just getting back in to skiing and specifically trying to focus
on the biathlon. I skied for four years in high school and then went
on to run in college and now I'm back home and want to get in to
biathlon. I currently own a Marlin Biathlon gun it is equipped with
Lyman rear sights and then has an Anshchutz magazine holder on the
stock. What else do most biathlon guns have on them? I know I need a
sling but I cannot even manage to find one. I have been looking all
over the net trying to find resources of where to buy equipment but I
have been unsuccessful. Does anyone have any links to on-line
catalogues that have biathlon equipment or focus on Biathlon? I have
been to just about every sight I have found and searched through
every search engine and I have been very unsuccessful. I looked on
the minnesotabiathlon page and did not really see any links to a
retailer's site. I'm use to being able to shop on-line for all of my
Nordic equipment, is that just not possible when looking for biathlon
equipment? It's easy to got to GearWest.com and similar sites to
purchase everything Nordic is their no site like this for biathlon?
If anyone has any quality sites or could help me out in anyway feel
free to e-mail me at Briko11@... or respond to this post. Thanks


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Have you tried nealjguns.com?

They have some used slings listed on their site:

http://www.nealjguns.com/ss_store/UsedSling.html

xcboy1892 <xcboy1892@...> wrote:
I'm just getting back in to skiing and specifically trying to focus
on the biathlon. I skied for four years in high school and then went
on to run in college and now I'm back home and want to get in to
biathlon. I currently own a Marlin Biathlon gun it is equipped with
Lyman rear sights and then has an Anshchutz magazine holder on the
stock. What else do most biathlon guns have on them? I know I need a
sling but I cannot even manage to find one. I have been looking all
over the net trying to find resources of where to buy equipment but I
have been unsuccessful. Does anyone have any links to on-line
catalogues that have biathlon equipment or focus on Biathlon? I have
been to just about every sight I have found and searched through
every search engine and I have been very unsuccessful. I looked on
the minnesotabiathlon page and did not really see any links to a
retailer's site. I'm use to being able to shop on-line for all of my
Nordic equipment, is that just not possible when looking for biathlon
equipment? It's easy to got to GearWest.com and similar sites to
purchase everything Nordic is their no site like this for biathlon?
If anyone has any quality sites or could help me out in anyway feel
free to e-mail me at Briko11@... or respond to this post. Thanks


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Taiwan missed the most opportune moment to control the epidemic and 78 children
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I'm just getting back in to skiing and specifically trying to focus
on the biathlon. I skied for four years in high school and then went
on to run in college and now I'm back home and want to get in to
biathlon. I currently own a Marlin Biathlon gun it is equipped with
Lyman rear sights and then has an Anshchutz magazine holder on the
stock. What else do most biathlon guns have on them? I know I need a
sling but I cannot even manage to find one. I have been looking all
over the net trying to find resources of where to buy equipment but I
have been unsuccessful. Does anyone have any links to on-line
catalogues that have biathlon equipment or focus on Biathlon? I have
been to just about every sight I have found and searched through
every search engine and I have been very unsuccessful. I looked on
the minnesotabiathlon page and did not really see any links to a
retailer's site. I'm use to being able to shop on-line for all of my
Nordic equipment, is that just not possible when looking for biathlon
equipment? It's easy to got to GearWest.com and similar sites to
purchase everything Nordic is their no site like this for biathlon?
If anyone has any quality sites or could help me out in anyway feel
free to e-mail me at Briko11@... or respond to this post. Thanks

Gary and I wish to express our Thanks to all who have been part of
Brett's life. His 11 month battle with Melanoma (Skin Cancer) with
courage and determination. His last month was spent in reflection and
comforting those around him. We especially appreciate all the cards
and letters we have recieved from the Biathlon Community. We
especially enjoy the tales you all have to tell about your experiences
with him.

His death to skin cancer did not have to happen, but we believe it
happened for a reason. In the future you will be hearing more from us
about detection and prevention of Melanoma Skin Cancer. Early
detection and treatment results in a cure!

Thank You
Sharon Miller

Brett A Miller
March 11, 1977- November 17, 2003

  Brett A. Miller age 26, of Park City Utah formally of Hackensack, MN
died at his home on November 17, 2003 surrounded by family and friends.
	 He was born March 11, 1977 in Yankton South Dakota to Gary and Sharon
Miller.
	 He spent his formative years living with his parents in Battle Lake,
Minnesota and later moving to Hackensack, Minnesota. Brett attended
Walker Hackensack Akeley School until his Senior year when he
transferred to National Sports Academy, Lake Placid New York. While
attending High School Brett was active in Cross Country Skiing, and
Cross Country Track. While at National Sports Academy he trained for
competition in the sport of Biathlon. He became a member of  United
States Biathlon Team in 1997, competing internationally. He was
employed by Marker Ski Company.
	 Survivors include: his parents Gary and Sharon Miller of
	 Memorial Services will be held 7:30 PM Friday December 12,2003 at the
Union Congregational Church in Hackensack, MN
	 Memorials may be sent to the Brett Miller Benefit fund, 1914 County 5
NW Hackensack, MN.   Memorial Fund gifts will be designated for Skin
Cancer and Melanoma Education and in part for supporting aspiring
athletes in the sports of Biathlon, Alpine Skiing or Motocross.

>--- In biathlonnorthamerica@yahoogroups.com, "Sharon Miller"
<coresport@y...> wrote:
> Memorial Services have been planned For Brett Miller
> FFriday December 12, 2003 at 7:30 PM
> Union Congregational Church
> Hackensack, MN 56452

My condolences on your families loss....I may be mistaken,but I
believe I sold him my Anshutz rifle back in '95... I am truly
saddened to hear of his passing. He was a fine young man of which you
could be proud of. May he rest peacefully...


Ron...

Memorial Services have been planned For Brett Miller
FFriday December 12, 2003 at 7:30 PM
Union Congregational Church
Hackensack, MN 56452

Has anyone had experience with the Faezon ,Eko Aim ,or Apeom/CZ
biathlon laser rifle/target systems? Do you think they will
eventually be required in the sport,due to safety concerns with live
ammunition?

Piers,
I have an Eberle stock on the older 1827 standard bolt action I might be
willing to part with. The stock was originally $900. I would sell it for
$500.

Chris

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To: biathlonnorthamerica@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Biathlon North America Eberle Stock


Does anyone know where I can find an older, used
Eberle stock that would fit an 1827 bolt action
Anschutz?

Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

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thanks for your insight and experience, it looks as if
you treat the rifle well there are no real problems

--- jaguar5701 <no_reply@yahoogroups.com> wrote:
> I have used a 7-4 for the last 4 seasons.  The cold
> weather accuracy
> problem is caused by a combination of ammunition,
> and the cleaning
> oil changeing viscosity in the barrel.  To eliminate
> this concern, I
> now use Wolf Ultra Match Target.  I had mixed
> results with RWS,
> especially in very cold conditions, Lake Placid, Val
> Cartier for
> example.  The most important thing to do in very
> cold conditions is
> to run a dry patch through the rifle about 15
> minutes prior to the
> time you start your event.  This removes any buildup
> that is in your
> barrel after the zero.  If you have any questions
> about the 7-4 e-
> mail me at Baroquebryan@....  If you do the
> right things to the
> Izmash it is as accurate as any Anschutz that I have
> had the
> oppertunity to fire.
>
>


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I have used a 7-4 for the last 4 seasons.  The cold weather accuracy
problem is caused by a combination of ammunition, and the cleaning
oil changeing viscosity in the barrel.  To eliminate this concern, I
now use Wolf Ultra Match Target.  I had mixed results with RWS,
especially in very cold conditions, Lake Placid, Val Cartier for
example.  The most important thing to do in very cold conditions is
to run a dry patch through the rifle about 15 minutes prior to the
time you start your event.  This removes any buildup that is in your
barrel after the zero.  If you have any questions about the 7-4 e-
mail me at Baroquebryan@....  If you do the right things to the
Izmash it is as accurate as any Anschutz that I have had the
oppertunity to fire.

Does anyone know where I can find an older, used
Eberle stock that would fit an 1827 bolt action
Anschutz?

Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

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rb,

The only place I've had luck with in getting parts for the
Lakefield/Savage is Numrich Gun Parts.  Their phone number
is 866-686-7424 (toll free) and they have a website -
www.gunpartscorp.com.  This was the only place I could find
replacement magazines.  If you have the part number of
the cover they should be able to look it up quickly.  Even if you
don't they were able to look up the magazine part number for me
after giving them the rifle type and serial number.  The person I
spoke with was very helpful and patient (unlike Savage).
Good luck!!


--- In biathlonnorthamerica@yahoogroups.com, "rb396" <rb396@y...>
wrote:
> a replacement [barrel/front sight] snow cover for a Lakefield 90B
or
> Savage Arms 900B rifle? I contacted both factories, no luck.

Thanks for the tip, I am still mulling over wether to
buy the rifle or not.
--- jp <HikeRunSki@...> wrote:
> Phil,
>
> I normally use RWS Target ammo with my Izmash. Never
> had any problems with
> accuracy (can easliy get a 1" group at 50 m) even
> down to 0 degrees F. But
> when I skied in Canmore last February when it was
> 25F below zero, the
> accuracy was less than poor,  I didn't even hit the
> target with some of the
> shots. The first few shots were fine then they would
> be 1-2 feet off!. I was
> able to get hold of some other ammo which helped a
> lot. So, yes, wrong ammo
> with the Izmash can cause severe inaccuracies in
> cold weather and RWS Target
> is one
> of those (when a russian coach saw my 'groupings',
> he laughed and said I
> must have an Izmash....)
>
> But it's really not that cold that often (here in
> Colorado), so I can afford
> using the more expensive ammo when it does get cold.
>
>  jp ingebrigtsen
>
>
>
> >
> > On Tuesday, September 16, 2003, at 11:35 AM,
> philipborg wrote:
> >
> > > Hi, can anyone verify the accuracy of these
> rifles in very cold
> > > weather e.g.  <-15 C. I am considering buying
> one that was
> returned
> > > because of very poor cold weather performance.
> The rifles ship
> with a
> > > cold temp test target, so I (optimistically)
> suspect that the
> barrel
> > > was contaminated with too much oil or the wrong
> ammunition was
> used.
> > > Any Ideas ?
> > > thanks
> > >
> > > Phil
>
>


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