Archery is a very technical sport and all equipment is carefully
checked before competition. Arrows must be no larger than 9.3
millimeters in diameter. Many competitors use arrows around 5.5
millimeters in diameter as these fly faster and are not as
susceptible to wind changes. Each arrow must be marked with the
competitors name or initials. Many competitors combine their
initials with specific color markings to distinguish their
arrows from other competitors. Bows must have specific draw
strength, 22 kilograms for men and at least 17 kilograms for
women. Bows can have only sights with a single aiming point and
no telescopic functions. Participants are allowed to wear
protective gear such as gloves, arm guards and chest guards, but
these items may not have any special characteristics that will
improve player performance such as improved grips. The target is
also standardized. It is 48 inches in diameter with the center
of the target at 4 feet 3 inches above the ground. The target
has 10 concentric circles col