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by Pvcoachk
Tue Feb 04, 2014 9:18 pm
Forum: Pole Vault - Equipment
Topic: This is why the new box collar is more dangerous
Replies: 30
Views: 34367

Re: This is why the new box collar is more dangerous

I do not see the danger. I only see more safety around the box. We've been using a collar with wings for 4 years and we would never vault without it. I see youngsters vaulting safer. I see 5.50 kids vaulting safer. The angled side of the pad is so soft compared to the combined weight and force of a ...
by Pvcoachk
Tue Feb 04, 2014 5:50 pm
Forum: Pole Vault - College
Topic: New Box Collar Rule Interpretation (USTFCCCA)
Replies: 44
Views: 71529

Re: New Box Collar Rule Interpretation (USTFCCCA)

Okay. I see what you're saying. At first it sounded like you were saying the product is no good and should be pulled for from use on a technicality. My experience has told me that it works very well and enhances safety. I would rather it covered a little more of the edge of the box than expose that ...
by Pvcoachk
Tue Feb 04, 2014 6:23 am
Forum: Pole Vault - College
Topic: New Box Collar Rule Interpretation (USTFCCCA)
Replies: 44
Views: 71529

Re: New Box Collar Rule Interpretation (USTFCCCA)

Ok. I see your point,technically...but practically, any kid who puts their pole tip at that point (right front corner or right left corner) is probably not vaulting safely and will need the padding protection around the box? Ive never seen a successful pole plant at those 2 spots? The tip should mak...

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