Older Poles

[Darth Vaulter]

While cleaning out the PV garage at the high school where I coach I found 3 older UCS/Spirit poles that just happen to be perfect fits for two of my top vaulters. They were buried behind a bunch of 3" diameter 15' Cata Poles from the 1970's. I have two questions:

(1) What can I use to clean off the old tape residue without damaging the fiberglass?

(2) Our state HS rules (and perhaps all HS rules) require that the weight rating of a pole be marked at the top in a contrasting color that is at least 3/4" high (the white and orange band on many new poles). The poles have the manufacturer's etched lengths and weight ratings and have not been cut. My question is, can I create my own label in a contrasting color with the weight rating so that my vaulters can use these poles in competition? As I read the rule, the poles need to be marked by the manufacturer but the lable doesn't need to be the manufacturer's.

[rainbowgirl28]

Call UCS. What they will probably do is put you in touch with your nearest dealer who will look at your poles and confirm that they are what you say and have not been cut or anything. Then UCS will send the dealer the weight labels and the dealer can put them on the poles.

[souleman]

If you're on the west side of Wisconsin I can probably help you out. I'm in Wyoming, MN (just across the border). I've got quite a bit of experience with the old poles. PM me. If I'm close enough to you I'd be glad to help you out. I also can provide a home for those old CATS. Later..........Mike