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What equipment is used in javelin?
metal and wood
What is a javelin like weapon?
A Javelin is a spearlike shaft about 8 1 / 2 feet (2.7 meters) long and usually made of wood, used in throwing for distance. Commonly, the Javelin is used in the outdoor activity, Track. REFERENCES > http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/Javelin?s=t <
What metal is the Javelin made out of?
wood
What is the name of the game in the Olympics where you throw spears?
javelin throw, athletics (track-and-field) sport of throwing a spear for distance, included in the ancient Greek Olympic Games as one of five events of the pentathlon competition. The javelin that is used in modern international men's competition is a spear of wood or metal with a sharp metal point.
Who used javelin?
The javelin was a weapon favored by the early Greeks, such as Alexander the great.
What are the materials used to make a javelin?
to make a javelin you need a fiberglass rod and a steel tip
What Equipment needed in javelin?
Javelin is a metal tipped spear used in an athletic event known as javelin throw. Unlike other throwing events, in javelin throw the thrower has to cover a long run-up area before throwing. It provides him certain forward velocity so that the javelin could be thrown up to the maximum distance.In javelin throws only those throws are legal in which the tip of javelin touches the ground first. As it is considered a dangerous event, the throwing areas are restricted. Usually each participant get three or sometimes six chances. After throwing, a javelin can attain the speed up to 113 km/h (70 mph).Materials:The main portion of a javelin is made of wooden shaft to which a sharp pointed metal tip is attached. The sharp tip helps the javelin to pierce the ground easily. Fiberglass and Carbon fiber is also used instead of wood. In the middle of javelin, a strip of threads or leather covers are winded to provide a solid grip.Length of javelin * Men's javelin is 260cm (8.5 feet) in length. * Women's javelin is 220cm (7.25 feet) in length.
What were the roman weapons made out of?
The ancient Romans made their weapons out of a combination of iron and wood. Swords, obviously, were iron. Iron was also used for spear, javelin and arrow points. Wood was utilized for the shafts of spears and javelins. Wood also was used for bows and the structures of artillery, such as the scorpion. Twisted horsehair was used for bowstrings and in the bolt-fireing assault equipment.
Is javelin gun works a good brand?
Javelin is supposed to be an agm gun that has been upgraded. My Mp44 has been shimmed and a different battery installed with better wood stock. In most cases the Javelin is cheaper than the well known brand name.
Who would use a javelin?
In history, seeing as a javelin was originally used as a weapon, hunters and warriors would potentially use some type of spear or javelin to fight or hunt. In a modern, sporting context, javelin athletes would use a javelin for both practice and competition.
What is the scale used in javelin throws?
meters
What can you use for javelin except javelin?
A Javelin
