https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UhTMEePk6D4
OK , so it isn't technically an IAAF certified pole vault event, but since people vaulted on a Pub Roof last week and another gang is going to vault underground in a Sandstone mine in Crystal City , MO this coming weekend, why can't the Dutch sport of 'fierljieppen' or canal jumping be included on our blog? After all many of the same skills are required, speed, coordination, fearlessness, sense of adventure, little regard for you own well being. Furthermore the pole seems to be rather rigid and the landing pit is definitely mid 20th century.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmzTcYxZRpQ
This second youtube link covers a multitude of jumps and shows what can go wrong in this event.
George Brose
Beginning our 14th year and 1,200+ postings. A blog for athletes and fans of 20th century Track and Field culled from articles in sports journals of the day, original articles, book reviews, and commentaries from readers who lived and ran and coached in that era. We're equivalent to an Amer. Legion post of Track and Field but without cheap beer. You may contact us directly at irathermediate@gmail.com or write a comment below. George Brose, Courtenay, BC ed.
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