High school boys began throwing the new javelin in competition in 2002.
Javelin track and field.
As with other track and field throwing events javelin throwers must combine speed with positioning accelerating down the runway at high speed then placing their bodies in just the right position to make the strongest possible throw.
Provides the feel of a real competition javelin.
The javelin thrower gains momentum by running within a predetermined area.
Experienced throwers over 210 should select javelins rated from 70m up and elite throwers 80m and up.
Track field javelins.
The javelin that is used in modern international men s competition is a spear of wood or metal with a sharp metal.
In 1999 the javelin specifications changed moving the center of gravity forward.
Javelin throwing is an event of both the men s decathlon and the women s heptathlon.
Our best selling first place javelins feature handcrafted aluminum shafts with a durable steel point.
Pacer held aluminum javelins are designed to original dick held specifications.
Boy s girl s track field turbo javelin 300 gram training javelin.
All high school girls are now throwing this 600g javelin in competition.
The javelin throw is a track and field event where the javelin a spear about 2 5 m 8 ft 2 in in length is thrown.