Guard Equipment

Why Use an Air Blade?

When Band Shoppe first released the Air Blade to the public in 2008 it was to a chorus of mixed reviews in the color guard industry. Many...

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Purchasing a Rifle - How to color guard

There are many different models of rifles in the world, and this guide will help you sort through the facts and features of purchasing...

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How to tape a rifle - How to color guard

You have just purchased a beautiful new rifle and you cannot wait to spin it! But to prevent your rifle from breaking the first time it...

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Anatomy of a Sabre - How to color guard

I would also like to make a side note that we often now refer to the Hilt guard as the "basket" simply because I have had several...

Where can I buy flags, rifles, and other equipment?

I'm kind of surprised that I get this question at all, considering I am sent three of every guard catalog every season, plus countless...

Rifle Weight

Before I even get started on this topic, let me say this: The weight of your rifle is affected by the amount of tape on it. Whoever has...

How big should my flag be?

Here's a frequently asked question from many of our viewers and readers: HOW BIG SHOULD MY FLAG BE IN PROPORTION TO MY POLE? There are a...

Breaking Down the Flag Toss

It was heard in rehearsal over the weekend; "I've never put this much thought into a flag toss before." That's kind of what you have to...

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