{"title":"Kiefer Starting Blocks","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKiefer Starting Blocks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKiefer Starting Blocks at The Lifeguard Store brings together starting blocks for competitive starts, training, and meet-day performance. Whether you are shopping for lifeguards, this collection makes it easier to compare options based on how the gear will actually be used around the pool, on deck, during competition, or throughout a long season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoppers will find products built around stable footing, adjustable performance features, and dependable deck installation. The assortment is intended to support high school, club, and collegiate pools and new facility builds, upgrades, and replacement projects, which helps narrow the field for buyers who care about fit, durability, storage, replacement planning, or overall ease of use. Within this category, expect facility-ready solutions, lifeguard-focused essentials that match the broader collection path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Choose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart with the environment and usage level, especially if the products need to hold up in school, municipal, or commercial aquatic settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm size, installation style, or replacement compatibility before ordering so maintenance and upgrade projects stay straightforward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis collection is especially relevant for lifeguards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elifeguard shifts, seasonal staffing, and first-response readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edaily deck coverage, training, and operational consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efacility upgrades, replacements, and deck organization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epublic pools, schools, and commercial aquatics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete the Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParts And Accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLane Lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiming Equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop this path:\u003c\/strong\u003e Facility \u0026gt; On \u0026gt; Deck \u0026gt; Starting \u0026gt; Blocks \u0026gt; Starting \u0026gt; Blocks. That structure helps buyers narrow this collection by sub-category, audience, brand, or installation need within the broader site architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should you look for in swim starting blocks?\u003c\/strong\u003e Focus on stable footing, adjustable performance features, and dependable deck installation, along with the fit, size, storage, or compatibility details that matter most for your setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAre starting blocks different for training and competition?\u003c\/strong\u003e Kiefer Starting Blocks in this collection is curated to support high school, club, and collegiate pools and new facility builds, upgrades, and replacement projects. The goal is to help shoppers compare quality, fit, and practical use so they can buy with more confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should a pool replace starting blocks?\u003c\/strong\u003e Kiefer Starting Blocks in this collection is curated to support high school, club, and collegiate pools and new facility builds, upgrades, and replacement projects. The goal is to help shoppers compare quality, fit, and practical use so they can buy with more confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat accessories are needed for starting blocks?\u003c\/strong\u003e Common add-ons for this category include Parts And Accessories, Lane Lines, Timing Equipment. Building out the surrounding setup usually improves day-to-day convenience and overall performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kiefer-freestyle-html","title":"Kiefer Freestyle Startblock","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"tab-label-product.info.description\" class=\"data item title active\" tabindex=\"0\" data-role=\"collapsible\" data-collapsible=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKiefer starting blocks are custom fabricated to each pool's unique specifications and cannot be ordered online. Please call Customer Service at 1-800-323-4071 to learn more or to get started designing your very own starting blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Freestyle starting block provides a sleek, aggressive closed-structure design using a stainless steel modular housing for one of the most stable platforms available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign features include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeck mounted for low-cost installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide mounted thermoplastic step with non-slip surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder coated parts for excellent corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnclosed column to house all timing equipment.wiring for a tangle-free deck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless-steel hybrid platform with non-slip surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrab rails are available as an options at additional cost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoot chocks are available as an option at additional cost. Foot chocks are self-storing \u0026amp; have 5 adjustment positions spanning 12-1\/2\"Custom designed to accommodate deck-to-water levels of 0\"-15\" with a setback to comply with your pool design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccommodates both Colorado Time System \u0026amp; Daktronics RJP's (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlatform measures 24\" wide x 32\" long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Freestyle starting block conforms to all FINA, USA Swimming, NCAA, and NFHS specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can choose from a variety of standard colors for the shroud, steps, and non-slip surfaces on stainless steel platform as well as customize each block with school\/team logos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Kiefer starting blocks are made from the highest quality materials and are fabricated and assembled in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting blocks ship oversized via truck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe above pricing is based upon orders of 3 or more starting blocks. 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This open-structure design utilizes a cantilevered single post for a very clean and ultra-stable platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign features include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeck mounted for low-cost installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide mounted thermoplastic step with non-slip surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder coated stainless steel parts for excellent corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel hybrid platform with non-slip surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrab rails are available as an option at additional cost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoot chocks are available as an option at additional cost. Foot chocks are self-storing \u0026amp; have 5 adjustment positions spanning 12-1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom designed to accommodate your specific deck-to-water-level and setback needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccommodates both Colorado Time Systems \u0026amp; Daktronics RJP's (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlatform measures 24\" wide x 32\" long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Evolution starting block conforms to all FINA, USA Swimming, NCAA, and NFHS specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can choose from a variety of standard colors for the pedestals, steps,and non-slip surfaces on stainless steel platforms as well as customize each block with school\/team logos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Kiefer starting blocks are made from the highest quality materials and are fabricated and assembled in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting blocks ship oversized via truck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe above pricing is based upon orders of 3 or more starting blocks. 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This innovative open-structure design utilizes a mitered angular pedestal weldment.  This customizable configuration allows for maximum design flexibility for a host of design requirements.  Long reach configuration provides adequate structural support when anchoring requirements are to the rear of the platform.  Multiple parapet placements can be achieved by shifting the anchoring points closer to the water and directly underneath the platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign features include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeck mounted for low-cost installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide mounted thermoplastic step with non-slip surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder coated stainless steel parts for excellent corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel hybrid platform with non-slip surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrab rails are available as an option at additional cost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoot chocks are available as an option at additional cost. 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