Paralympic Biathlon
Posted: Mon Mar 15, 2010 8:35 am
I didn't know there was such a sport, but take a look at the photos and TV link. The athletes are using air rifles, outdoors, at reduced biathlon hit/miss targets. It is phenomenal to see the strenuous work and dedication required to ski - some with only upper body strength (on "chair" mounted skiis), others with one or NO arms to pole. Study the photos and see the modifications required on the rifles, including the obvious one that they are REPEATING air rifles. After seeing this, I'll try not to complain about a bad day ever. Coach Paula.
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http://www.vancouver2010.com/paralympic ... on/photos/
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