Fencing Encyclopedia

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  • Strip

    The Strip, Fencing Strip, playing area or Piste all refer to where a fencing bout occurs.  The strip is 14 meters long and 1.5 meters wide. Falling to the side results in a 1-metre retreat. Falling off at the end results in a point for your opponent.   Five lines are drawn very clearly on the…