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The Spectrum Aquatics Backstroke Start Device (U.S. Patent No. 10,245,524) is a World Aquatics-compliant backstroke start wedge designed to improve foot traction and help reduce slipped starts during competition. By providing swimmers with a secure, non-slip surface to push from, the device promotes more powerful, confident backstroke starts when every fraction of a second matters.

The device features a 65 cm × 8 cm non-slip wedge positioned at a 10-degree angle, giving swimmers enhanced grip even when pool walls or touchpads become wet and slippery. The wedge is fully adjustable, allowing each swimmer to quickly position it at their preferred location on the pool wall before the race.

Unlike manual backstroke wedges, the Spectrum Aquatics Backstroke Start Device automatically retracts into its housing immediately after the start, eliminating interference with flip turns, touchpads, and subsequent races. This innovative design removes the need for officials or coaches to manually retrieve the wedge, helping competitions run more efficiently while reducing disruptions between events.

Compatible with multiple styles of starting blocks, the Backstroke Start Device can be installed using straps or permanent anchors, making it a versatile solution for new installations and existing competitive swimming facilities.

The Spectrum Aquatics Backstroke Start Device is an excellent choice for high schools, colleges, universities, municipal aquatic centers, competitive swim clubs, and championship venues seeking to provide swimmers with improved stability, enhanced performance, and a more consistent backstroke start.

Whether you're hosting local swim meets or elite-level competitions, the Spectrum Aquatics Backstroke Start Device delivers the traction, reliability, and innovation trusted by competitive swimming programs around the world.

Features

• Improves foot grip for backstroke starts
• Easy to use
• Works with multiple styles of blocks
• Attaches with straps or anchors
• Easily adjustable
• Automatically retracts out of the water