2.2.1 Bibs

     The best masks have FIE homologated bibs to protect the throat,
     and are required in high-level competition.  1600N bibs are
     standard in FIE competition as of 1 January 1995.  The CFF
     requires 800N bibs as a minimum in elite competition, while the
     USFA has no FIE bib requirement.

     As of October 1, 1995, the bib is part of the valid foil target.
     Enforcement of this rule at first should only be expected at
     high-level international competitions.  The CFF and USFA have no
     immediate plans to implement this rule.  It is not clear at
     present just how equipment manufacturers will handle this change.
     Metallic sleeves for the bibs of older masks will probably become
     available, attached with velcro or something similar.