Introduction to the triple jump facility
Introduction to the triple jump facility
Layout
Except for the placement of the take-off board, the same facilities are used for Triple Jump as for Long Jump.For international competition,the take-off line shall be not less than 13m for men and 11m for women from the nearer end of the landina area. For other competitions, this distance shall be appropriate for the level of competition. For schools and other younger age competitions, additional“take-off boards” may be painted on the runway.
A Triple Jump facility on a segment inside the curve(“D”)is not recommended as it is extremely difficult to construct the landing area so that the level of the border is not more than 20mm below the level of the highest part of any take-off board.
Runway
Section 2.3.1.2 also applies to the Triple Jump runway with the exception of the position of the take-off line.
For intenational competitions, some jumpers reguest a run-up longer than 45m. Therefore, if space is available designers should consider making the runway at least50m long to the 13m take-off board.
Take-off Board
Section 2.3.1.3 also applies to the Triple Jump take-off board.The integration of the Triple Jump into the Long Jump facility requires a removable take-off board as described under Section 2.3.1.3.For Triple JumpSections 2.3.1.4 to 2.3.1.6 also apply.
