The Gill Athletics Track and Field Connections Podcast

How much does a new pole vault pit cost?

The answer depends on far more than the number at the bottom of a quote.

In this episode of the Gill1918 Project Podcast, Mike Cunningham explains the factors that influence pole vault pit pricing and why coaches should focus on total cost of ownership rather than purchase price alone.

You'll learn:

✅ What drives the cost of a new pole vault pit

✅ How pit size impacts pricing

✅ Why competition level matters

✅ The importance of warranty coverage

✅ How weather protection affects long-term value

✅ Additional equipment costs many coaches overlook

✅ What to consider before buying a used pit

✅ Why planning early helps avoid emergency replacements

Most importantly, you'll learn why the right question isn't:

"What's the cheapest pit?"

It's:

"What's the right pit for our athletes and facility?"

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