One of the key disciplines in the multi-faceted world of athletics is hurdling, which requires a perfect combination of body control, coordination, and speed. Having access to the right hurdles is imperative if you wish to obtain the highest level of success in a professional training atmosphere. The hurdle sprint is an integral part of multidisciplinary competitions and is loved by school-age children. To buying guide »
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The Hurdle Collection from Full Athletics
Competition Hurdles: Regulation-compliant and Robust
If you're looking to purchase a set of hurdles, you must first acquaint yourself with the differences between competition and training hurdles. Competition hurdles conform to regulations set out by the International Athletics Federation, WA (World Athletics). These hurdles weigh approximately 13 kg (28.66 lbs) per piece, are height-adjustable, have adjustable foot weights, and fit the width of a running track perfectly. Competition hurdles thus ensure a high level of safety during the competition and can be adjusted from a height of 68.6 cm (27 inches) up to 106.7 cm (42.01 inches).
Training Hurdles: Flexible and Versatile
Training hurdles differ from competition hurdles in a number of ways. They tend to be narrower than their competitive counterparts and have fixed foot weights suitable for all heights to which the hurdle can be adjusted. Particular products to note are the collapsible or self-assembling training hurdles and springback hurdles. Springback hurdles come with spring joints on both sides, allowing them to spring back into position when clipped by an athlete running in either direction.
Hurdles for Kids' Athletics
In our kids' athletics section, you'll find a range of training hurdles. Most of these allow the hurdle to be adjusted up to a height of 91.4 cm (35.98 inches). The purpose of these hurdles is to focus attention on the jump technique of the individual rather than the sprint leading up to the jump. These hurdles help ensure a varied and exciting training session. It is possible to lower these hurdles so that training sessions can really focus on jump technique and ways to improve. Cushioned hurdles made from durable foam padding are a great addition. They help to support and protect young athletes as they seek to improve their technique, work on the correct hip position, and perfect their craft.
Accessories: Getting the Very Best From Your Product
Our online store also offers matching accessories for your existing hurdles. You'll be able to find spare parts for your hurdles that can help to prolong the object's life span and really get the most from the product. Our hurdle carts make transporting and storing hurdles much easier as they can accommodate both training and competition hurdles. Small hurdle carts can be moved around easily to get your hurdles to where they need to be.
Our tip: It's easy to check the compatibility of any hurdle that we sell with the hurdle carts that are also available in our store. Do this by looking at the specification details for each cart. If you already have your own hurdles and are unsure of their compatibility with one of our carts, please get in contact with us. We will be happy to advise you!
Personalized Hurdles: Turning Your Hurdle into a Promotional Tool
Transform your hurdle into something truly unique! Why not take advantage of our unique personalization service and have the top bar of your Polanik competition hurdle individually printed? By printing your logo or your lettering onto the top bar, your hurdles become an impressive way of promoting your club or your sponsor. Best of all, this customization is free of charge when you buy 50 or more Polanik competition hurdles.
If you choose to order fewer hurdles or are ordering the hurdle top bar as a replacement piece, the price of our personalization service will vary. We will be happy to provide you with an offer tailored to your requirements.
Here at Full Athletics, you can also purchase other products for all athletics disciplines as well as track set-up equipment and start numbers.
Finding the correct hurdle height
Finding the correct height to which a hurdle should be set is crucial and the measuring process should be done carefully. In athletic set-ups, with kids and young adults, it is usually sufficient to choose a hurdle that can be adjusted to a possible height of 91.4 cm (35.98 inches). Refrain from keeping hurdles at competition height when used in a school context. Keep them lowered so as to allow young athletes to concentrate on their jump technique. This gives kids and young adults the chance to perfect their technique through walking and other technical exercises. These exercises encourage children to learn the correct positioning of the hips - an essential element in hurdling.
Competition hurdles should be set at a height of between 76.2 cm (30 inches) and 106.7 cm (42.01 inches). We recommend ordering hurdles that can be adjusted to a minimum height of 68.6 cm (27 inches). This height is used in some competitions and has proven to be particularly beneficial when training school groups and young adults.
Buying the correct hurdle: What should you be aware of?
When buying a hurdle, you should be aware of a number of factors to make sure you are purchasing the correct hurdle for your needs.
FAQ
Where do the odd hurdle heights come from?
Hurdle heights are often given in odd numbers as they are defined internationally and this system of measurement is not based on the metric system. This results in strange-sounding heights such as 83.8 cm (32.99 inches) or 106.7 cm (42.01 inches).
Why are there different foot types for hurdles?
Some hurdles have rounded feet, and others have square feet. Hurdles with rounded feet are widely used and are often cheaper than their square-footed counterparts. Hurdles with square feet are usually stackable, although there are some exceptions. Due to the positioning of the weight adjustment mechanism on some models, some hurdles may not stack. We highly recommend using a hurdle cart to store and transport your hurdles. Once you start using hurdle carts, the shape of the hurdle's feet no longer plays a major role.
What are the advantages of using hurdle training techniques in other disciplines, like football?
Hurdles as a piece of equipment are not only used in hurdling training. Hurdles can be employed in many other sports, such as football, to train an athlete's coordination and nimbleness. This improves an individual's agility, speed, and timing skills.