Full Metal Jousting - The Rules of the Joust | History

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Modern jousting involves charging down a barrier called the list with different lance sizes, earning points by striking the gritty grin guard, while penalties are given for various infractions including hitting a horse or grabbing reins.

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  • The term "list" in modern jousting originates from Knights entering their names on a paper list, and the competition consists of eight passes using different thicknesses of lances, with points awarded for striking the gritty grin guard target in various ways.
  • Penalties in modern jousting include disqualification for hitting a horse, point deductions for slowing down, and negative points for infractions like grabbing reins or incorrect hits on competitors, highlighting the strict rules and safety measures governing the sport.

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    The term "list" in modern jousting originates from Knights entering their names on a paper list.

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"Modern jousting: rules, points, and penalties"

  • In modern jousting, the barrier the horse charges down is called the list, a term originating from Knights entering their names on a paper list. Throughout the competition, there are eight passes, with the first four using 1.25-inch thick lances and the remaining passes, including tiebreakers, using 1.5-inch thick lances. Points are earned by striking the gritty grin guard, a German jousting style target, with one point for a touch, five for a shattered lance, and ten for none. Penalties include being disqualified for hitting a horse, losing points for slowing down, and receiving negative points for various infractions like grabbing reins or hitting a competitor incorrectly.
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