Gill Athletics S1 Pole Vault Landing System (20' x 20'2.5" x 28")

Gill Athletics S1 Pole Vault Landing System (20' x 20'2.5" x 28")

The Gill Athletics S1 Pole Vault Landing System gives high schools a competition-ready, fully featured landing pit built with the same engineering principles found in Gill’s elite vault systems. Meeting NFHS specifications, the S1 combines a seamless edge-to-edge top pad, long-lasting vinyl construction, and an optimized pit entry angle that accounts for modern box collar requirements. Offered in 9 top pad colors and 11 vinyl base colors, this system brings both safety and customization to developing pole vaulters and established programs alike.

Key Features

Top Pad

• Edge-to-edge top pad eliminates gaps, prevents spike contact, and creates a smooth landing surface

• Tufmesh Plus 17 x 11 1000-denier casing offers superior durability under heavy practice use

• 2" Duralife foam ensures consistent, soft landings that build athlete confidence

• V-Loop vinyl straps distribute force evenly and reduce strain on stitching and seams

• Fully reversible top pad doubles usable life and replacement flexibility

• Side carabiner attachments secure pad edges while keeping the landing surface obstruction-free

Vinyl Base Units

• All-vinyl base design keeps water out and preserves foam integrity far better than mesh-top pits

• Reversible, interchangeable sections maximize long-term value and extend system longevity

• Quadruple-layer Duralife foam is 25% softer while maintaining the firmness required for safe vault landings

• 18oz dual-coated knife-cut vinyl resists delamination and outperforms traditional casing materials

• Triple-stitched throughout with 210 bonded polyester thread for exceptional strength

• Optimal pit entry angle accommodates the raised profile created by ASTM-approved vault box collars

• Grip Strip Fastening System locks the system together so all base units function as one integrated pit

• Eco-Smart Compress Packs reduce freight volume and recover quickly after unpacking

Specifications

• Overall size: 20 ft x 20 ft 2.5 in x 28 in

• Meets NFHS specifications

• Available in 9 top pad colors and 11 vinyl base colors

Specs

Shipping

Ships free. Email service@omahasportsandgames.com for delivery ETA or to confirm shipping details.

Why You’ll Love It

The S1 Pole Vault System provides reliable, competition-level performance without the premium price tag of advanced vault systems. Its edge-to-edge top pad, reversible design, and quadruple-layer foam create a safe and comfortable landing zone that athletes trust immediately. Coaches love the moisture-resistant, all-vinyl base that keeps foam protected season after season, along with the optimized pit entry angle that better supports box collar–equipped runways. With customizable colors and Gill’s industry-leading construction quality, the S1 delivers lasting durability, safety, and confidence for any pole vault program.