– Finally, the solution the coaches were looking for is here – an economical way for backstrokers to practice before competitions. The FINIS backstroke start wedge complies with FINA regulations and can be used in both training and competition, helping athletes achieve explosive starts without slipping.
Unlike expensive automatics, the FINIS Backstroke Start wedge is manually adjusted and can be installed in a variety of ways to fit all standard starting platforms. Besides, athletes can easily adjust the height of this device through five different settings to optimize their backstroke start.

– FINIS collaborated with Vince Harris at WEDG Swim Start Systems (County Cork, Ireland) to develop the FINIS Backstroke Start Aid. Vince is an Irish engineer and swimmer’s father who started making his own support equipment for his daughter’s swim team after learning how expensive it was. He had only one goal: to create an affordable alternative that fits all standard starting platforms.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

– PRE-COMPETITION PRACTICE:  Is the most economical way for backstroke swimmers to practice with starting aids before competitions.

– EXPLOSIVE START:  Eliminates slipping, making the backstroke start more powerful and flexible.

– FITS ALL STANDARD STARTING PLATFORMS:  Compatible with one-post, two-post, four-post and large bases.

– EASY ADJUSTMENT:  Athletes can easily customize the height of the device through five different settings.

– COMPLIES WITH OFFICIAL REGULATIONS:  Complies with FINA regulations FR 2.10, can be used in both training and competition.

– MATERIAL:  Made from thermoplastic rubber (TPR).

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

– Remove backstroke start wedge from water and block after each use.

– Rinse with cool non-chlorinated water after each use.

– Store in a cool dry place. Do NOT leave in direct sunlight.