Backstroke Start Rule

RE: Backstroke Start Rule

ForceDJ — Sun, 24 Dec 2017 01:29:57 GMT

IMO, I think the backstroke should start from up on the blocks like all the other strokes. Dan

RE: Backstroke Start Rule

Former Member — Sat, 23 Dec 2017 16:30:35 GMT

So, they wrote a rule that allows wedges/ledges to prevent slipping and alot of your feet can be out of the water. But, when ledges/wedges are not available, you still cannot curl your toes over the gutter's edge. Out of curiosity, I'm wondering why they won't allow a toe curl - even if just to create a level playing field with this new wedge rule in effect. For those of us who like to swim backwards, it's slightly unfair that a swimmer in one part of the country might be enjoying the benefit of this nifty wedge - where in some facilities, no such thing exists, and we're still relegated to an iffy start. Just saying...

RE: Backstroke Start Rule

Windrath — Sat, 23 Dec 2017 03:05:42 GMT

Allen, I agree that that was probably the reason. So, this could be a case where the rules for backstroke starts in SCY pools could be different than backstroke starts for SCM or LCM when world records could be in play. Yes, I realize this means a difference that has to be considered, but not much different than using 5 mtrs for turns in SCM/LCM versus 5 yds for SCY. Paul

RE: Backstroke Start Rule

Karl_S — Sat, 23 Dec 2017 02:43:41 GMT

I could rant about this for quite a while. In summary: Not allowing toes over the gutter is just plain stupid.

RE: Backstroke Start Rule

Allen Stark — Sat, 23 Dec 2017 01:18:17 GMT

FINA probably has this rule because they like those stupid touchpads that cover the gutter.