Patent ID: 6162148
Filing Date: 2000-12-19
Classification: A63B

Abstract:
A pole vault training device adaptable to be attached to a horizontal gymnastic bar, the device comprising:a) an upside ""U"" shaped tube member adaptable to fit on a horizontal gymnastic bar,b) a pad member positioned between an interior of the ""U"" shaped member and horizontal gymnastic bar,c) a pair of extension members securely attached to an upper surface of the upside down ""U"" and each extension member extends in opposing directions but both angled downwardly from the upper surface of the upside down ""U"" shaped member about two to about five inches,d) a pair of securing straps each fixedly attached to an upper surface of the upside down ""U"" shaped member and each positioned near opposing ends of the ""U"" shaped member, the securing straps provide a means for securing the ""U"" shaped tube member to the horizontal bar, andd) a wrist securing strap positioned on each hand grip which is wrapped around the hand of a user to insure a safe grip during use.