Gill Essentials Pole Vault Landing System (19'9" x 20'2" x 26")
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Gill Essentials Pole Vault Pit | 19'9" x 20'2" x 26" | NFHS Legal
The most economical way to put a rules-legal pole vault pit on your high school track. The Essentials landing system meets all NFHS requirements, including the recommended preferred landing zone, and uses a skirted mesh top in place of a separate top pad to keep the units together.
Meets NFHS specifications. Backed by a 5 year Gill warranty.
Key Specifications
- Size: 19'9" x 20'2" x 26" (6.02m x 6.15m x 0.66m)
- Top: Skirted mesh top, no separate top pad
- Colors: Royal blue vinyl, gray mesh top only
- Certification: Meets NFHS specifications
- Warranty: 5 year Gill warranty
- Gill model: 653
🏅 Coach Cappos Recommends
"If you are starting a vault program on a tight budget, this is the pit I point coaches to. It is legal for high school competition and it is built by Gill. Pair it with a weather cover and it will serve a beginning program for years."
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Coach Scott Cappos |
Construction
- Skirted mesh top: In place of a separate top pad, a skirted mesh top holds the base units together for a snug fit.
- Hook and loop box cut-out fastener
- Royal blue vinyl with gray skirted mesh top (only color option)
- Meets NFHS specifications, including the recommended preferred landing zone
What customers are saying
"This was our first order from Throws Pro, and it was a very good experience. It went smoothly, and their price was competitive."
— S.S., verified ThrowsPro customer (one of 300+ five-star reviews)
Pole Vault Pit FAQs
Q: Is the Essentials pit legal for high school meets?
A: Yes. It meets NFHS specifications, including the recommended preferred landing zone.
Q: Does it have a top pad?
A: No. It uses a skirted mesh top that holds the base units together. If you want a separate reversible top pad, step up to the S1 or S4.
Q: What colors are available?
A: Royal blue vinyl with a gray mesh top only.
Q: Should I get the value pack instead?
A: If you also need standards, a weather cover, base pads and a crossbar, the Essentials Value Pack bundles all of it.
Q: How does it ship?
A: It is made to order and ships freight. Contact us for lead time and a freight quote to your facility.
Recommended For
✔️ High schools starting or rebuilding a vault program
✔️ Budget-conscious programs
✔️ Practice pits at smaller facilities
Order Now
Pole vault pits are made to order and ship freight directly from Gill Athletics. Contact us at sales@throwspro.com for current lead time, a freight quote, or help choosing the right size for your facility. School purchase orders welcome.
