Gill Pole Vault Pit Stop

Protect your landing systems and the athletes who use them with the Gill Pit Stop base plate system. Pole vault and high jump pits shift under repeated landings and can slide dangerously toward standards or hard surfaces; the Pit Stop locks the base in place with a spiked, powder-coated steel plate — a simple, rugged safety addition that keeps your pit where it belongs, practice after practice.

Key features & specs

• 1/4" powder-coated steel plates for heavy-duty, corrosion-resistant durability under constant use
• 1/2" spikes on the base secure the plate to the surface and prevent the pit from shifting
• Pole Vault Pit Stop includes two base plates joined by a connector panel
• High Jump Pit Stop includes a single base plate
• Universally compatible with any pole vault or high jump pit
• Low-profile design anchors the pit without obstructing the landing area

Coach's tip: set the Pit Stop on firm, level ground and press the spikes fully in so the plate can't creep during a session, then reposition the pit over it and check alignment before athletes begin. Inspect the plates and spikes periodically for bends, and wipe them down and store dry in the off-season to preserve the powder coat.