Colorado Block
Your team swims miles each week attempting to shave fractions of seconds off their time. One hesitation at the start could make a huge difference. You can win a race at the start, or you can lose it.
The Colorado Block, the ultimate starting block solution, is a combination of KDI Paragon’s starting block and Colorado Time Systems’ relay judging platform (RJP) and accessories.
The Colorado Block will provide the competitive advantage to facilities for the following reasons:
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It provides accuracy in competition. CTS’s RJP is the most accurate
way to judge a swimmer’s departure for relay exchanges and race starts.
Facilities with the Colorado Block can rely on its 1/100th of a second accuracy,
as well as its ability to decipher between weight shifts and when a swimmer
actually leaves the platform.
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\It offers a training advantage. Teams who train with the Colorado Block
can finetune their start reaction times and relay exchanges with quantifiable
results, giving them the competitive edge. Colorado Time Systems RJPs are
being used in the NCAA Division I men’s and women’s finals as
well as other large competitive swim meets. Teams who train with RJPs will
be better prepared to take advantage of their benefits in competition.
The Colorado Block has a safe and durable starting surface. Both the Track Start Side Mount Competitor block and the RJP module feature non-skid surfaces for excellent traction upon departure from the block.
Relay Judging Platform
The relay judging platform is a pressure-sensitive electronic device that
accurately registers when a swimmer leaves the starting block. This time
is electronically compared with the start signal to determine start reaction
time, false start calls, or with the incoming swimmer’s touch on the
touchpad in a relay.
Speedlights
LEDs across the front of the RJP flash simultaneously with the starting
system horn and strobe light. Lights give an additional signal to athletes
and create a fairer start for hearing-impaired individuals. Athletes can
easily see the lights without altering their raceready posture.
Track Start Competitor/ Side Mount
* Track start size: a full 24” x 32” top for extrafast takeoffs
* Vertical and horizontal backstroke bars
* Side step for easy mounting
* 10º angle
* Other block models available
On-board Conneciton Hub and Horn
A connection hub under the block replaces the traditional deck plate as the place where all the electrical components plug in:
* Relay judging platform
* Touchpad
* Speedlights
* Individual lane starting horn
* 3 backup buttons for judges All electrical components, including deck plates,
horns and relay judging platforms, are removable for dry, safe storage during
non-practice/ non-meet times.
Deck Plate Connector
A military connector with gold-plated connections is mounted in the pool deck. One short cable runs from this deck plate to the on-board connection hub. This system provides greater convenience and less possibility of corrosion from pool chemicals and water. The connector is covered when not in use to prevent corrosive build-up.
Sponsor Panels
The platform has a side cover for artwork and graphic displays for advertising purposes. Facilities can develop sponsorship programs to provide additional funds for team expenses.
