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by botakatobi
Fri Apr 06, 2012 4:02 pm
Forum: Pole Vault - Intermediate Technique
Topic: Crossbar and meets=bad jumps
Replies: 12
Views: 10772

Re: Crossbar=bad jumps

If your parents attend meets, try to get them to spot your check marks and penetration for you.
by botakatobi
Fri Apr 06, 2012 3:50 pm
Forum: Pole Vault - Intermediate Technique
Topic: Crossbar and meets=bad jumps
Replies: 12
Views: 10772

Re: Crossbar=bad jumps

Mental toughness varies by individual. I once witnessed a vaulter jump 6 inches off the world record after jogging, stretching and doing some strides only. No swing-ups or pop-ups. And, he did it on a first generation air pit that would never come close to being legal today. And this was in practice...
by botakatobi
Fri Apr 06, 2012 3:12 pm
Forum: Pole Vault - Intermediate Technique
Topic: What size pole to use?
Replies: 3
Views: 3714

Re: What size pole to use?

A 14' 130 would be similar to a 13' 150. I would not make this big a jump in poles. Try to go up in 5 pound increments.

If possible try a 14' 120 which would be similar to a 13' 140.
by botakatobi
Fri Apr 06, 2012 2:50 pm
Forum: Pole Vault - Intermediate Technique
Topic: Crossbar and meets=bad jumps
Replies: 12
Views: 10772

Re: Crossbar=bad jumps

Conduct your practice just like a meet, so that you are better mentally prepared for meet conditions. Use a crossbar, do a limited amount of warmups, and start at a height you can easily clear to secure points. Also, practice in bad conditions such as a bad wind or rain. Be mentally ready for every ...
by botakatobi
Thu Apr 05, 2012 6:38 pm
Forum: Pole Vault - General
Topic: Sh!t Vaulters Say
Replies: 19
Views: 22340

Re: Sh!t Vaulters Say

"I cleared it with a bungee bar."
by botakatobi
Thu Apr 05, 2012 6:36 pm
Forum: Pole Vault - Beginning Technique
Topic: Can't even clear 6' this year
Replies: 3
Views: 7218

Re: Can't even clear 6' this year

I agree. Shorten your run and lower your grip. Also, work on grip strength.
by botakatobi
Thu Apr 05, 2012 5:53 pm
Forum: Pole Vault - High School
Topic: Ways to get recruited
Replies: 3
Views: 7504

Re: Ways to get recruited

Be realistic where you apply based upon your marks and grades.
by botakatobi
Thu Apr 05, 2012 5:36 pm
Forum: Sales Forum
Topic: Wanted. Original 1950's Gill Sky Pole
Replies: 5
Views: 3432

Re: Wanted. Original 1950's Gill Sky Pole

The ones I've seen are brown. Thanks for the question.
by botakatobi
Thu Apr 05, 2012 4:14 pm
Forum: Sales Forum
Topic: Wanted. Original 1950's Gill Sky Pole
Replies: 5
Views: 3432

Wanted. Original 1950's Gill Sky Pole

I'm looking to buy a 16 foot Gill Sky Pole from the 1950's. Must be in good shape. Please contact me at cooperc@svusd.org

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