Sprint programs need track starting blocks that hold their setting through a full season of practice starts, not just meet day. The UCS Olympic Starting Block pairs a 3-inch aluminum rail with 5-inch aluminum pedals, so the block stays rigid under repeated loading. Four pedal angles let every athlete on the roster find a start position that fits their stride.
Why coaches choose these track starting blocks
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Meets World Athletics regulations – Built to the governing body's equipment specifications for sprint starts.
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Four pedal angles – 45, 55, 65 and 75 degree settings cover every athlete on your roster.
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3-inch aluminum rail – Resists flex and twist under repeated block starts.
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5-inch aluminum pedals – Wider pedal face spreads foot pressure for a controlled first step.
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Synthetic track ready – Designed for all-weather surfaces. [NEEDS INPUT: anchoring/spike system]
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Made in the USA – Manufactured by UCS in Lincolnton, North Carolina.
Specifications
| SKU |
715-1515 |
| Rail |
3" aluminum |
| Pedals |
5" aluminum |
| Pedal angle settings |
45°, 55°, 65°, 75° |
| Packaging dimensions |
35 x 13 x 10 |
| Weight |
15lbs |
| Materials |
Aluminum rail and pedals; |
| Sold as |
Full Set |
| Compliance |
Meets World Athletics equipment regulations. Not a World Athletics certified product - see the Grand Prix Starting Block for certified equipment. |
| Country of manufacture |
USA |
Who it's for
High school and collegiate sprint programs outfitting a full complement of lanes, club and parks & rec coaches running group starts, and individual sprinters who want a durable aluminum block for regular training. Meets in which certified equipment is mandated should use the Grand Prix Starting Block, which carries World Athletics certification E-99-0060.
What's included
- 1 Full set of Olympic Starting Blocks (1 aluminum rail with 2 pedals)
Ordering for a team, school or district? Use the Price or Freight Quote button above for volume pricing and purchase order support, or call 800-526-4856 to talk through what your program needs.
