At what point would it be a good idea for me to start using the competition foils? I have always used my practice foils and I have some other great fencing gear but should I not try to practice with my competition foils before I actually enter a competition? Is there some point at which my instructor will help me with the transition? Or maybe everyone enters their first competition with using their new competition gear at the same time. I have been practicing now for 2 years and I feel I am ready to get involved in a more competitive nature.