Kit and Equipment for Throwers

Main Page	As with jumpers, the kit needed for throwers is similar to the requirements of runners, with the addition of modified footware and, if you would like it, your own implements to throw. The footwear varies depending on the surface from which you are going to throw. For javelin, you throw from a runway - generally with the same surface (tartan) as a track, therefore you need spikes in your shoes. The javelin boots are modified with additional spikes in the heel and are generally built up around the ankle to add extra support. For the rest of the throws, the circle which you throw from has a concrete surface, so clearly spikes are not a good idea. Throwers shoes have a smooth rubber sole to allow for optimal throwing performance. In terms of buying your throwing implement, most commonly it is javelins that are bought as these are built to different specifications according to how far you can throw them - but with all implements throwers become used to the feel of them, so often feel more comfortable using them in competition.
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