{"title":"Backstroke Start Devices","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBackstroke Start Devices\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBackstroke Start Devices at The Lifeguard Store brings together timing equipment for swim meets, training sets, and accurate race management. 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 precision, easy visibility, and dependable event-day performance. The assortment is intended to support competition pools and team practice environments and timed sets, meets, and training progression, 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\u003eStarting Blocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLane Lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFacility Equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop this path:\u003c\/strong\u003e Facility \u0026gt; On \u0026gt; Deck \u0026gt; Timing \u0026gt; Equipment \u0026gt; Backstroke \u0026gt; Start \u0026gt; Devices. 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 timing equipment do swim teams need?\u003c\/strong\u003e Backstroke Start Devices in this collection is curated to support competition pools and team practice environments and timed sets, meets, and training progression. 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\u003eHow do you choose timing systems for a pool?\u003c\/strong\u003e Start with where the product will be used, then narrow by fit, durability, performance features, and any brand or program requirements. That approach usually gets shoppers to the right item faster.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included in swim meet timing equipment?\u003c\/strong\u003e Backstroke Start Devices in this collection is curated to support competition pools and team practice environments and timed sets, meets, and training progression. 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 timing gear is best for training vs competition?\u003c\/strong\u003e Backstroke Start Devices in this collection is curated to support competition pools and team practice environments and timed sets, meets, and training progression. The goal is to help shoppers compare quality, fit, and practical use so they can buy with more confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fina-compliant-backstroke-start-device-32437","title":"FINA Compliant Backstroke Start Device","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"62C4F70545927\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\" data-pb-style=\"62C4F70545946\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Backstroke Start Device (patent pending) is an anti-slip, accelerated start device designed to reduce the potential for slipped starts during critical competitions when every second counts. The Backstroke Start Device contains a 65cm x 8cm nonslip wedge with a 10 degree angle off which a swimmer can push, providing much-needed traction when pool walls or touchpads are slippery. The wedge is easily adjustable, allowing swimmers to select their desired location of the wedge on the pool wall. After the swimmers' start, the wedge automatically retracts back to the housing compartment so as not to interfere with flip turns and touchpad interactions, eliminating the need for manual removal. The new backstroke start device (patent pending) from Colorado Time Systems helps to eliminate slips at the start of a race. The versatile design allows the device to be attached to nearly any starting block with either straps or anchors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-slip foot wedge.  Easy to set up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatically retracts up and out of the water.  Robust construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdapts to most starting blocks.  FINA, USA Swimming, and US Masters Swimming compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce in place, pull down the wedge to the desired location on the pool wall and lock into place. Once the swimmer has left the wall, the device will automatically retract up and out of the water until the next swimmer sets up for the next race without interfering with turns and finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=\"62C4F70545927\"]{justify-content: flex-start; display: flex; flex-direction: column; background-position: left top; background-size: cover; background-repeat: no-repeat; background-attachment: scroll; border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 10px; padding: 10px;}#html-body [data-pb-style=\"62C4F70545946\"]{border-style: none; border-width: 1px; border-radius: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;}\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"The Lifeguard Store","offers":[{"title":"Custom Bracket","offer_id":50552072700183,"sku":"141222","price":735.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Long Bracket","offer_id":50552072732951,"sku":"143081-L","price":1044.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Short Bracket","offer_id":50552072765719,"sku":"143081-S","price":1044.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0909\/7972\/9687\/files\/image008.png?v=1761566400"},{"product_id":"finis-adjustable-backstroke-start-wedge","title":"Finis Adjustable Backstroke Start Wedge","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Backstroke Start Wedge is FINA-compliant and can be used during training and competition as a way for swimmers to get an explosive start without slipping. Unlike expensive automatic devices, Backstroke Start Wedge is manual and can be set up multiple ways to fit all standard starting blocks. Swimmers can also easily adjust the wedge to their desired height through five different settings to optimize their backstroke start. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAFFORDABLE WAY TO GAIN EXPERIENCE\u003cbr\u003e Coaches are finally able to outfit every lane with a backstroke starting device\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRELIABLE BACKSTROKE START\u003cbr\u003e Eliminates slipping during the start to give every swimmer a fair chance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFITS ALL STANDARD BLOCKS\u003cbr\u003eCompatible with single-post, two-post, four-post and large-base blocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEXPLOSIVE RACE START\u003cbr\u003eAdds power and agility to swimmer's backstroke start\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePRACTICE BEFORE COMPETITION\u003cbr\u003eAllows swimmers to learn how to use the device, find their setting and optimize the benefits prior to competition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eADJUSTABLE SWIMMER SETTINGS\u003cbr\u003eSwimmers can easily customize the wedge height through five different settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMANUAL SYSTEM\u003cbr\u003eMuch more affordable and versatile than automatic devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFINA-COMPLIANT\u003cbr\u003eFINA FR 2.10-compliant for competition. 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