The Complete Handbook of High Jump Pits
The Field Reference for Buyers, Installers, Coaches, and Facility Managers
by Alumigogo Books
non-fiction
Everything you need to know about high jump pits: specifications, safety standards, installation, maintenance, and how to make money in the market.
About this book
The high jump pit is more than cushioned foam; it is a critical safety device with engineered tolerances and specific regulatory requirements. For professionals who are accountable for athlete safety and facility budgets, understanding the nuances of pit construction, sizing, and maintenance is essential. This book removes the guesswork, providing a clear technical reference that can be used alongside any manufacturer's brochure.
Starting with the core engineering and materials that make a pit safe, the book then offers a practical framework for choosing the right pit based on athlete level, competition rules, and storage constraints. Extensive chapters on installation, daily upkeep, and troubleshooting help to protect your investment and extend the service life of the equipment. For the entrepreneurial reader, the book explores the commercial side of the industry, from reselling to specialized maintenance services, culminating in a forward look at how technology and new materials are shaping the next generation of landing surfaces.
Reader Reviews
Carol Lee
★★★★★I'm a facility manager at a mid-sized college, and I was hoping for a lot more detailed technical data on foam densities and fail-testing. The chapter on choosing a pit was fine, and the maintenance section saved me a few phone calls. It just felt a bit general in the specs sections. It's a good starting point, but I wouldn't call it 'complete'.
Edward Adams
★★★★★For a book called 'Complete Handbook', I thought there was a bit too much space spent on the business of reselling pits. I skipped those parts since I'm just looking after our school's one pit. The parts on installation and daily wear were solid and well-organized. It's a decent reference for a new coach like me, if you can get past the writing style.
Donald Green
★★★★★As a consultant who procures track and field gear for district schools, I thought the outline for evaluating pits was spot-on. It covers the real-world stuff, like how to compare compression ratings without getting bogged down in brochure talk. I've already used the troubleshooting guide on a damaged pit we were inspecting. It's not exciting to read, but it gets the job done and sits well on my shelf.