{"title":"Starting Blocks","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStarting Blocks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting Blocks at Kiefer brings together starting blocks for competitive starts, training, and meet-day performance. Whether you are shopping for swimmers, teams, and aquatic programs, 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 stable footing, adjustable performance features, and dependable deck installation. The assortment is intended to support high school, club, and collegiate pools and new facility builds, upgrades, and replacement projects, 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 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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\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\u003eParts And Accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLane Lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiming Equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop this path:\u003c\/strong\u003e Facility \u0026gt; Starting \u0026gt; Blocks. 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 should you look for in swim starting blocks?\u003c\/strong\u003e Focus on stable footing, adjustable performance features, and dependable deck installation, along with the fit, size, storage, or compatibility details that matter most for your setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAre starting blocks different for training and competition?\u003c\/strong\u003e Starting Blocks in this collection is curated to support high school, club, and collegiate pools and new facility builds, upgrades, and replacement projects. 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\u003eWhen should a pool replace starting blocks?\u003c\/strong\u003e Starting Blocks in this collection is curated to support high school, club, and collegiate pools and new facility builds, upgrades, and replacement projects. 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 accessories are needed for starting blocks?\u003c\/strong\u003e Common add-ons for this category include Parts And Accessories, Lane Lines, Timing Equipment. Building out the surrounding setup usually improves day-to-day convenience and overall performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kiefer-evolution-starting-block-kiefer-evolution-starting-block-html","title":"Kiefer Evolution Starting Block","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKiefer starting blocks are custom fabricated to each pool's unique specifications and cannot be ordered online. Please call Customer Service at 1-800-323-4071 to learn more or to start designing your starting blocks.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kiefer Evolution is the next generation of Kiefer's renowned Exceptional starting block, using an open-structure, cantilevered single-post design for a clean, ultra-stable platform. It's custom-built to your pool's deck-to-water level and setback, and conforms to all FINA, USA Swimming, NCAA, and NFHS specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-structure, cantilevered single-post design for a clean, ultra-stable platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeck-mounted for low-cost installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide-mounted thermoplastic step and a stainless steel hybrid platform, both with non-slip surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder-coated stainless steel parts for excellent corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional grab rails and self-storing foot chocks (5 positions spanning 12-1\/2\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccommodates Colorado Time Systems and Daktronics RJP's (not included); platform 24\"W x 32\"L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose standard colors and add school\/team logos; made and assembled in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePERFORMANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e — A cantilevered single-post design delivers a clean, ultra-stable racing platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSAFETY\u003c\/strong\u003e — Non-slip step and platform surfaces keep starts secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDURABILITY\u003c\/strong\u003e — Powder-coated stainless steel resists corrosion in wet deck conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting blocks ship oversized via truck. 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This innovative open-structure design utilizes a mitered angular pedestal weldment.  This customizable configuration allows for maximum design flexibility for a host of design requirements.  Long reach configuration provides adequate structural support when anchoring requirements are to the rear of the platform.  Multiple parapet placements can be achieved by shifting the anchoring points closer to the water and directly underneath the platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign features include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeck mounted for low-cost installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide mounted thermoplastic step with non-slip surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder coated stainless steel parts for excellent corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel hybrid platform with non-slip surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrab rails are available as an option at additional cost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoot chocks are available as an option at additional cost. 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