The IBU provides material support for all developing NF members through cooperation with IBU's supplying partners. Each year, biathlon equipment like skis, ski boots, bindings, poles, ammunition, rifle parts, ski uniforms, gloves, wax, and many other items are distributed to IBU´s member federations to support the Development of biathlon on a national level. The distribution is based on a wishlist provided by the NFs and is regularly organized in December.
The support is given to NFs from B, C, D, and E development categories, which have at least 4 athletes competing in a minimum of 2 IBU Competitions (incl. IBU Regional events). The value of the equipment package will be based on the number of athletes participating in IBU Events from the previous season.
For 2025, wishlists from all eligible NFs will be collected from 02 April via IBU Scope 2.0
Material Distribution 2025 - 10-11 December, Hochfilzen (AUT)
The Material Distribution 2024 took place from 11 - 12 December 2024 in Hochfilzen, Austria. In total 38 National Federations were supported by materials from 28 Supplying Partners with a total value of about 960.000 €.
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Photos: IBU/Christian Manzoni