Rae Crowther Varsity Jax Tackler Football Tackling Sled

Description

The Rae Crowther Varsity Jax Tackler is a revolutionary football tackling sled built around the biomechanics of proper shoulder tackling - the same technique Rae Crowther himself pioneered starting in the 1920s. Featuring four padded "dummies" arranged in a unique rotating design, the Jax instantly self-uprights as each rep is completed, allowing coaches to run hundreds of high-speed tackling reps with minimal downtime. At 50" tall and 72 lbs., the Varsity Jax is sized for high school and college programs that demand realistic, full-contact training at proper pad levels.

Players can attack from four distinct angles - square, angle, profile, and chase - making this one of the most versatile tackling training tools on the market. The heavy-duty steel base, dense foam padding, and 40 oz. nylon end caps are built to handle daily punishment from your biggest athletes. Whether you're drilling shoulder accuracy, brace foot technique, arm grab mechanics, or situational pursuit tackles, the Jax Tackler delivers a training experience that no traditional pop-up sled can match.

Key Features

• 4 Self-Uprighting Dummies: As one dummy is tackled, the next simultaneously uprights - enabling continuous, hands-free speed reps with no reset time.
• 4 Tackling Angles: Supports square, angle, profile, and chase tackling drills for complete situational training.
• Varsity Height - 50" Tall: Designed for varsity-level athletes, allowing the tackler to adjust contact height over a 20-inch span and practice at realistic pad levels.
• Varsity Weight - 72 lbs.: Heavy enough to stay planted during contact while still manageable for field transport.
• 15" Diameter Pads: Matched to the average ball carrier's waist/hip diameter for realistic shoulder targeting and arm grab mechanics.
• Thick Foam with Durable Vinyl Covers: Balanced foam density absorbs impact without being too soft or too hard - ideal for feel and long-term durability.
• 40 oz. Nylon End Caps: Heavy-duty nylon (not plastic) on pad end caps resists cracking and wear season after season.
• Metal D Buckles - Quick Strap System: No plastic buckles that crack over time; Quick Strap assembly and disassembly requires zero tools.
• Heavy Steel Base - No Bending: Thick steel pipe construction won't bend or deform under player weight; base also disassembles for transport and storage.
• Jersey Numbers on Pads: Printed jersey numbers help coaches teach and measure shoulder accuracy during drills.
• Ships UPS Ground: Can ship to a residential address via UPS ground - no freight required.
• 1-Year Limited Warranty: Backed by Rae Crowther's industry-leading warranty.

Shipping

Ships free! Please email us at service@omahasportsandgames.com for a delivery ETA or to confirm shipping details.

What's Included

• Varsity Jax Tackler unit (4 padded dummies with self-uprighting mechanism)
• Heavy steel base (disassembles for transport and storage)
• Pad covers with metal D buckles and Quick Strap System

Why You'll Love It

The Rae Crowther Varsity Jax Tackler is trusted by football programs at every level for a reason - it's the only tackling sled that replicates the full spectrum of game-situation tackles while self-uprighting for the next rep automatically. Coaches get more quality reps in less time, and players develop the muscle memory for proper shoulder tackling without the risk that comes from full-contact live practice. The Jax is engineered with the same commitment to quality that Rae Crowther brought to the game nearly a century ago, with no shortcuts on materials - heavy steel, dense foam, nylon end caps, and metal buckles throughout.

Programs that invest in the Jax Tackler quickly notice a difference on game day: tacklers hit lower, wrap up more consistently, and stay in better body position after contact. The no-tools disassembly means it stores easily in the off-season and travels with the team when needed. For varsity programs serious about reducing head contact, improving tackle efficiency, and running a high-volume, low-risk tackling practice, the Jax Tackler is simply the best tool available.

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