Starting Platforms
WATER DEPTH
Ruling Body Less than 4'
NCAA
USAS
USMS
NFHS
FINA
N/A
No
Starting
Platform
Equal to
or more than 4'
30" MAX
20" - 291/2" L.C.
30" MAX S.C.
20" - 291/2" L.C.
30" MAX S.C.
30" MAX
4'6" or over only
20" - 291/2" L.C./S.C.
*NOTE: These are minimum water depths and
are subject to change. Please verify.
PARAGON STARTING PLATFORMS
TRACK START TOP SIZE
24" x 32"
STANDARD TOP SIZE
20" x 24"
Single Leg
Dual Leg
Single Leg
Dual Leg
PARAGON ANCHORS
Single Leg
Quickset
Dual-Wedge
Single Leg
Paraflyte
WATER DEPTH MEASURING SPECIFICATIONS
FINA: 3 ft. 31⁄2 in. to 19 ft. 2 in. from pool wall
NCAA: minimum 4 ft. throughout recommended
USAS: 3 ft. 31⁄2 in. to 16 ft. 5 in. from pool wall
USMS: 3 ft. 31⁄2 in. to 16 ft. 5 in. from pool wall
NFHS: from pool wall to 16 ft. 5 in.
NOTE: "B" dimension varies as indicated
according to platform height, "A" dimension.
Single Leg
Long Reach
Paraflyte
Dual Leg
Competitor
Dual-Wedge
PARAGON STARTING PLATFORMS
PARAGON STARTING PLATFORMS — World renowned Paragon starting platforms are the standard
by which all other platforms are compared. Made from the highest quality materials, Paragon starting
platforms are designed to meet and exceed all ruling body standards for starting platforms.
Platform Design Choices: When deciding which platform is right for you, start by determining:
1) What top size do I want? Choice of 20" x 24" Standard top or 24" x 32" Track Start top.
2) Which style platform do I want? Choice of Single Leg design or Dual Leg design.
3) Which style anchor do I want? Single leg designs have a choice of Quickset or Paraflyte
anchors and Dual Leg designs utilize Competitor Dual Leg anchor.
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Competitor Track Start — Side Mount Platform
The Competitor style platforms utilize a twin legged design that slips in and out of the Competitor
Dual Leg anchor assembly, with new Dual-Wedge design. Quickset style platforms utilize a single
pedestal design that slips into single Quickset anchor socket, with new Dual-Wedge design and
Taper Lock base. Paraflyte style platforms utilize a single pedestal design that is bolted into the
Paraflyte anchor socket.
Paragon platform designs listed above also come in two heights. Full Height and Low Height (Varsity).
The platforms are also available in Standard and Long Reach styles, based on gutter design needs.
When ordering platforms:
1) Determine maximum height of block above water surface according to the ruling body that
governs your swim programs
2) Confirm the pool water depth at the block installation location.
3) Determine "A" dimension. This is the desired height of your platform over the water surface
minus the deck-to-water level measurement.
4) Determine the "B" dimensions. Desired set back from the vertical pool wall. These dimensions
vary according to the platform height and style you select. Care should be taken to insure the
desired anchor installation location is clear of obstructions such as gutters, deck drains, diving
stands, etc.
Your Lincoln Representative can help you select the proper starting platform for your facility.
TOLL FREE (800) 223-5450
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Track Start Quickset — Rear Mount Platform
NOTE: See page 135 for The Colorado Block by
Paragon and Colorado Time Systems.
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