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The pole acts like a spring, that is why it bends so much at the start of the jump.
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Do pole vaulters have to supply their own pole vault?
I believe they supply them themselves and can have up to around 3 poles each.
What are athletes called when they pole vault?
Vaulters
Who is the most famous pole volter?
I don't know of any "pole volter", but of "pole vaulters", the most famous is Sergei Bubka.
What is to propel aboat with a pole?
Punting
Who are some famous pole vaulters?
I think it was the ancient Greeks that invented it... (hope its right!)
How do you propel a punt?
Traditionally. with a long pole
What is a barge pole?
A barge pole is a variety of quant pole used to propel a barge through the water.
Can a pole vault pole get wet an still be used for jumping purposes?
Yes the poles will be undamaged make sure the vaulters hands are dry and tape is dry so the vaulter doesn't slip.
How high is the bar for the pole jump?
The bar starts at a relatively low height and is raised as vaulters clear that height. The world record for men in pole vault is 6.14 meters (20 feet, 1 3/4 inches) and the world record for women is 5.03 meters (16 feet, 6 inches).
What is the meaning of the word Bargepole?
A barge pole, or quant pole, is used to propel a boat, punt, or barge by pushing into the bottom or riverbed.
How do pole vaulters train?
Mostly for as long as they can until the summer Olympics start.Maybe a year or so. C.kunalan trained for a few months!
What is a bargepole?
A bargepole is a variety of quant pole used to propel a barge through the water.
