The blocks, first used in international competition at the Swimming World Cup in 2009, let swimmers push off from a crouch with the rear leg at a 90-degree angle, optimizing the power of their launch.

Spectrum Aquatics, a leading manufacturer of commercial pool equipment, is pleased to announce their new Starting Block Cover. The Spectrum starting block covers fit a large variety of blocks with ...

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New starting blocks mean the country's best swimmers might gain 0.3s when they contest the London Olympic qualifiers from March 25-30. At a cost estimated in excess of $70,000, Swimming Auckland ...