The weight rating only; length and material are the same
Markings
Length, flex and weight rating at the upper end
Choosing a rating
Athlete's body weight must not exceed the pole's rating; final choice with the coach
Price
€899 for any rating (was €999)
Also needed
Runway, vaulting box, landing bed and a coach
Shipping & returns
Tracked delivery anywhere in Ireland. Standard delivery is free on orders of €75 or more, and a flat €25 below that. Allow up to 7 working days in transit after dispatch within 2 working days.
You can return it within 15 days of purchase if you change your mind (you cover the return postage), and Irish and EU law give you 14 days from delivery to cancel an online order.
If it arrives faulty, damaged or not as described, we put it right at no cost to you. Nothing here limits your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2022.
Check the full length of the pole before every session for cracks, splinters, soft spots or lifted fibres, and retire it at once if you find any. Store it flat and supported along its length, indoors and out of direct sun. Carry it in a protective tube or pole bag so it is not knocked or bent in transit.
Seven Weight RatingsFrom 27kg (60 lbs) to 54kg (120 lbs), chosen by the athlete's body weight.
3.35m LengthOne training length across the range, so the only choice is the rating.
Reinforced Lower EndBuilt up where the pole takes the load on entry into the box.
Marked at the TopLength, flex and weight rating are printed at the upper end of each pole.
About this product
A 3.35m glass fibre vaulting pole in seven weight ratings.
Choose the rating from the athlete's body weight, with their coach. The vaulter should never be heavier than the pole's rating.
A 3.35m glass fibre vaulting pole for coached training, sold in seven weight ratings from 27kg (60 lbs) to 54kg (120 lbs). Every rating is the same price: €899, down from €999.
The weight rating is a safety limit, not a matter of taste. Choose it from the athlete's body weight with their coach, and never put a vaulter on a pole rated below their weight.
The lower end is reinforced for box entry, and each pole carries its length, flex and rating at the top, so a club rack stays easy to sort.
In pole vault, the pole's rating is part of the safety plan. Each pole is rated for an athlete body weight, and the vaulter should never weigh more than that rating. A pole loaded past its rating can break mid-vault.
That is why this pole comes in seven ratings rather than one: 27, 32, 36, 41, 45, 50 and 54kg. Young vaulters grow, and their poles move up the range with them. Clubs and schools tend to build a rack across several ratings over a few seasons.
The pole is 3.35m of glass fibre, the usual material for training poles. It suits vaulters who are still building their plant and take-off under a coach.
The lower end is reinforced, because entry into the box is where the pole takes its hardest load. Length, flex and weight rating are printed near the top, so a coach can check the right pole is in the right hands before every jump.
This pole is for coached vaulting on a proper runway, box and landing bed. It is not kit to teach yourself with, and grip height, rating and progression are the coach's call.
Still deciding?
Not sure yet? That is fine.
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If your item arrives damaged, faulty or not as described, contact us with your order details. Read our returns policy for the process and your consumer rights.
Only the weight rating. Every option is a 3.35m glass fibre pole with a reinforced lower end, and every option costs the same.
How much does the pole cost?
€899 for any rating, down from €999.
How do I choose the right weight rating?
Start from the athlete's body weight and pick a rating at or above it, never below. The exact rating, grip height and progression are the coach's call, made after watching the athlete vault.
What happens if the vaulter is heavier than the pole's rating?
The pole is being loaded past what it was made for. That is how poles break, and a break during a vault can cause serious injury. Do not do it.
What rating does a 40kg athlete need?
A pole rated at 40kg or more, so 41kg or higher from this range. Which one is a decision for the coach.
Can a heavier vaulter use a lower rated pole with a lower grip?
No. Grip height changes how the pole behaves. It does not change what the pole is rated for.
What does the flex number on a vaulting pole mean?
It shows how far the pole bends under a set test load, and a lower flex number means a stiffer pole. Choose the rating by the vaulter's weight first, then let the coach judge the feel.
How do I tell the poles apart on a rack?
Each pole is clearly marked at the upper end with its length, flex and weight rating. Read the marking before a pole is handed to a vaulter.
What is the reinforced lower end for?
It is built up to take the load at the moment the pole enters the vaulting box, which is where the pole is worked hardest.
Is this pole suitable for beginners?
Yes, for a coached beginner at a club or school with a proper runway, box and landing bed, on a rating that suits their weight. It is not kit for teaching yourself.
Can children use this pole?
Young vaulters use the lower ratings under coaching. The rating must match the child's weight, and they move up the range as they grow.
Are there separate poles for men and women?
No. Poles are chosen by body weight and ability, not gender.
Can one pole do for all my training and competitions?
For a while, yes, as long as your weight stays at or under its rating. As weight, speed and technique change, vaulters move up the range, which is why clubs keep several ratings.
Can several athletes share one pole?
Yes, as long as every one of them is at or under the pole's rating. In a mixed group, the heaviest vaulter decides whether the pole is suitable.
How do I set the right grip height?
With your coach. Grip height depends on your speed, technique and the pole, and it is set by someone who has watched you vault.
How can I improve my technique with this pole?
Train regularly with a coach and work on your approach, plant and take-off. Video of your vaults helps you and the coach see what is happening.
Is this pole allowed in competition?
Equipment rules are set by whoever runs the event. Check with the organiser and your coach before you enter.
Is the pole suitable for indoor competitions?
The pole works the same indoors and out. What matters is that the rating suits the vaulter, and that the event's own equipment rules allow it.
What should I do if my pole shows signs of splintering?
Stop using it straight away and retire it. A splintered, cracked or delaminated vaulting pole is not repaired.
Can a damaged pole be repaired?
No. Any crack, splinter, soft spot or delamination means the pole is finished, however small the damage looks.
How do I inspect the pole?
Run both hands along the whole length in good light before every session. Feel for soft spots and look for cracks, splinters and lifted fibres.
What if the pole has been dropped or knocked?
Inspect it properly before anyone vaults on it again. A knock on a hard edge is the kind of damage that is easy to miss.
How long does a vaulting pole last?
There is no fixed lifespan. It depends on how often it is used and how it is looked after, and a pole is retired when inspection finds damage, not by the calendar.
Does weather affect the pole?
Temperature can change how a pole feels to the vaulter. Keep poles out of long spells of direct sun and extreme cold, and let the coach judge each session on the day.
What is the best way to store the pole?
Flat on a rack or supported along its length, indoors, somewhere cool and dry and out of direct sun. Do not leave it leaning in a corner, where it can take a set.
How do I transport the pole?
In a protective tube or pole bag, supported at both ends. A 3.35m pole needs roof bars or a van, and it should never be bent to fit.
How do I clean the pole?
Wipe it down with a damp cloth and mild soap, then dry it. Keeping the surface clean also makes cracks and lifted fibres easier to spot.
Do you stock other lengths or carbon fibre poles?
No. This range is 3.35m glass fibre only, in seven weight ratings.
What else do I need to vault?
A runway, a vaulting box, a proper landing bed and a coach. We sell the pole only.
Can I use it in a garden?
No. Pole vault needs a box set into a runway and a proper landing bed, and there is no safe garden version.
Does the pole come with a warranty?
There is no separate warranty. If the pole arrives faulty, damaged or incorrect, we put it right at no cost, and your rights under Irish and EU consumer law apply.
Can you tell me which rating to buy?
We can tell you what we stock and how the ratings work. The choice for a named athlete belongs with their coach, and we will not guess it for you.
Can a club or school order a set of poles?
Yes. For several poles in one order, ask for a quote through our /wholesale/ page.
How much does delivery cost?
Standard delivery across Ireland is free on orders of €75 or more after discounts, and €25 below that. At €899 this pole qualifies for free standard delivery. Express delivery is an optional €25 upgrade on any order.
How long will delivery take?
Orders are handled within 2 working days. Allow up to 7 working days for delivery after dispatch within 2 working days across Ireland.
How do I know if my order has shipped?
Every order is tracked. We email you the tracking number once your parcel ships.
Will my order arrive in one parcel?
Not always. Items in one order may arrive in separate parcels, and each one is tracked.
I have not received my order yet. Is it lost?
Check your tracking email first, and remember that one order can arrive in separate parcels. If you are still worried, email theteam@customersupport.care with your order number and we will look into it.
Do I get a receipt for my order?
Yes. A receipt is emailed to you once payment is made. A second email with your tracking number follows when the parcel ships.
Do you have a shop I can visit?
No. Outdoor Sports Company Ireland is an online store only, with no physical shop.
What currency are your prices in?
All prices are in euro (€).
Which payment methods do you accept?
Checkout takes card payments, processed by Stripe, and PayPal.
Can I return it if I change my mind?
Yes, within 15 days of purchase. It needs to be in its original packaging with proof of purchase, and you pay the return postage for a change of mind. Irish and EU law also give you 14 days from delivery to withdraw from an online purchase.
What if it arrives faulty, damaged or wrong?
Email theteam@customersupport.care with your order number and tell us what is wrong. A faulty, damaged or incorrect item is put right at no cost to you.
Can I cancel my order?
Yes. Orders can be cancelled free of charge any time before they are dispatched. Email theteam@customersupport.care as soon as you can.
The complete guide
How to choose a vaulting pole by weight rating
5 min readOutdoor Sports Company
The rule that comes first
Every pole in this range carries a weight rating. The vaulter's body weight must not be more than that rating.
Everything else about choosing a pole is coaching. This part is equipment safety, and it does not change for a strong athlete, a short run-up or a low grip.
What a vaulting pole does
A vaulting pole stores the energy of the run-up as it bends, then gives it back as it straightens. Its length, stiffness and weight rating decide how much bend a vaulter can put into it, and how safely it carries them.
That is why poles are not one size fits all. Two vaulters of the same body weight may still want different poles once speed and technique are taken into account. Neither of them goes below their weight.
The four things to weigh up
Weight rating
This is the limit. Each pole is rated for an athlete body weight, and this range runs from 27kg (60 lbs) to 54kg (120 lbs) in seven steps. Pick a rating at or above the vaulter's weight, and let the coach decide how far above.
Flex
The flex figure is printed near the top of each pole. It shows how far the pole bends under a set test load, and a lower number means a stiffer pole. A pole that is too stiff for the vaulter will not bend properly. One that is too soft will not give enough lift.
Length
All seven poles here are 3.35m. A longer pole can carry a vaulter higher, but it takes more speed and control to use well. For vaulters still learning their plant and take-off, 3.35m is a common training length.
Material
Vaulting poles are made from glass fibre or carbon fibre. This range is glass fibre, the usual material for training poles and a sound choice for club and school programmes. We do not stock carbon poles.
Before the first vault
A pole is only one part of the set-up. A vaulter also needs:
a runway with a steady, even surface
a vaulting box set into the runway
a proper landing bed
a coach who watches every jump and calls the grip height
Pole vault is not something to teach yourself with kit bought online. If any of those pieces are missing, the pole stays on the rack.
Moving up the range
Young vaulters grow, and their poles have to grow with them. A vaulter who was 36kg last season may need the 41kg or 45kg pole this season.
Check each athlete's weight against their pole at the start of every block of training. A growth spurt can take a vaulter past their pole's rating in a few months, and nobody notices unless someone checks.
Sharing poles in a squad
Poles in a club rack get shared, and that is fine within the rule. A pole can be used by any vaulter who is at or under its rating. In a mixed group, the heaviest vaulter decides whether the pole is suitable.
Each pole is marked at the top with its length, flex and weight rating. Get into the habit of reading the marking before a pole is handed over.
Inspection, every session
Check the full length
Run both hands along the pole in good light. Feel for soft spots and look for cracks, splinters or lifted fibres.
Check after any knock
A pole dropped onto a hard edge, trodden on or caught in a door can be damaged in ways that are easy to miss. Inspect it properly before anyone vaults on it again.
Retire damaged poles
Any crack, splinter, soft spot or delamination means the pole is finished. A damaged vaulting pole is not repaired, and it is not kept back for easy sessions.
Storage and transport
Store poles flat, on a rack or supported along their length, indoors and out of direct sun. A pole leaned in a corner for a winter can take a set.
For travel, use a protective tube or pole bag and support the pole at both ends. A 3.35m pole needs roof bars or a van. Never bend it to fit.
Buying for a club or school
When you set up a rack for a squad, start with the ratings that match your current athletes and add poles as they grow. For several poles in one order, ask for a quote through our wholesale page.
Every product page lists the measurement that decides it. Tell us the space you are working with and we will tell you straight whether this is the right thing for it. Free standard delivery across Ireland on orders of at least €75.
The Pole Vault Pole from Outdoor Sports Company Ireland (outdoorsports.irish) is a 3.35m glass fibre vaulting pole with a reinforced lower end, marked at the top with its length, flex and weight rating. It comes in seven weight ratings: 27kg (60 lbs), 32kg (70 lbs), 36kg (80 lbs), 41kg (90 lbs), 45kg (100 lbs), 50kg (110 lbs) and 54kg (120 lbs). The vaulter's body weight must not exceed the pole's rating, and the rating should be chosen with a coach for use on a proper runway, box and landing bed. Every rating costs €899 (was €999). Standard delivery across Ireland is free on orders of €75 or more, every order is tracked, and up to 7 working days after dispatch within 2 working days should be allowed for delivery.
Pole Vault Pole, 3.35m 27 kg, 3.35m - 27 kg (60 lbs)
