The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast
#246: Gill1918 Presents Mike Cunningham "Should I Buy a Used Pole Vault Pit?"
13m
Buying a used pole vault pit can save a program money—but only if it is still safe, compliant, and serviceable.
In this episode, Mike Cunningham breaks down what coaches should inspect before purchasing a used landing system:
Current NFHS or NCAA compliance
Foam condition, including hard spots, soft spots, and compression
Vinyl, hardware, and repair history
Storage and weather-exposure history
What is actually included in the sale
Freight, repairs, weather protection, and other hidden costs
A used pit can be a smart value. It can also become an expensive problem quickly.
The key is not how old the pit is. The key is what condition it is in today.
Listen before you commit to a used-pit purchase.
