Why Our Backstroke Flags are Perfect for Your Facility
For high school coaches, athletic directors, college coaches, club coaches, and sports facility managers, maintaining a safe and regulation-compliant competitive swimming environment is the highest priority. Backstroke flags are a mandatory safety feature for any pool hosting swim meets or training sessions, providing swimmers with the crucial visual cue they need to execute safe turns and finishes. We understand that facility managers and athletic directors also want to maximize school spirit. That is why our products are designed not just for safety, but to elevate the professional look of your natatorium. Whether you manage a large university complex or a local high school pool, our equipment meets the strict regulations of competitive swimming governing bodies while offering the durability required for heavy, year-round use.
Premium Product Information
We offer a wide variety of swimming pool warning flags, but our most popular and highly sought-after products are our Custom Printed Vinyl Backstroke Flags. These premium flags are an excellent investment for athletic programs looking to showcase their team pride. Instead of standard blank pennants, these heavy-duty vinyl flags can be fully customized with alternating school colors, detailed team mascots, or university logos.
The custom printed options represent the highest tier of our inventory, utilizing UV-resistant inks that will not fade under harsh overhead pool lighting or degrade from constant exposure to chloramines in the indoor pool environment. Our braided nylon mounting cables and heavy-duty swivel hooks ensure that these premium flags remain taut and secure across the water. We also offer heavy-duty solid color vinyl pennants for facilities looking for a highly durable, traditional setup without the custom logo printing. Both options provide exceptional longevity, ensuring that your investment outlasts cheaper, flimsy alternatives.
Why Buy From Morley Athletic
Morley Athletic has been a trusted supplier of sporting goods and facility equipment for decades. We understand the specific purchasing needs of athletic directors and institutional buyers. We gladly accept school purchase orders and provide streamlined quoting processes for facility managers. When you buy your swimming pool flags from Morley Athletic, you are partnering with a company that prioritizes customer service, premium quality, and deep product knowledge. We take the guesswork out of outfitting your pool, ensuring you receive the exact lengths, colors, and mounting hardware required for a flawless installation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are backstroke flags used for in swimming?
Backstroke flags are suspended above the pool to warn backstroke swimmers that they are approaching the end of the lane, allowing them to time their turns or finishes safely without hitting the wall. - How high should backstroke flags be placed above the water?
For standard competitive swimming regulations, the flags should be suspended at a minimum height of seven feet above the water surface. - How far from the pool wall should the flags be installed?
In pools set up for short course yards, the flags are placed fifteen feet from the wall. For long course meters, they are placed five meters from the wall. - Can we print our high school or college mascot on the flags?
Yes, our premium custom vinyl backstroke flags can be printed with your specific school mascot, logo, or team lettering to boost team spirit. - What materials are your swimming pool pennants made from?
Our highest quality pennants are manufactured from heavy-duty, reinforced vinyl, which is resistant to moisture, chlorine, and fading. - Do you accept institutional purchase orders for pool equipment?
Yes, Morley Athletic happily accepts purchase orders from schools, universities, and municipal sports facilities. - How do I measure my pool to order the correct length of flags?
You should measure the exact width of your pool where the flags will be anchored, and be sure to account for extra cable length needed to secure the lines to your stanchions or wall anchors. - Are the mounting cables included with the flag purchase?
Most of our custom flag sets include the necessary braided nylon cable or heavy-duty line, but please check the specific product details to ensure all mounting hardware is included for your setup. - How long does it take to manufacture and ship custom printed pool flags?
Because custom orders require design approval and specialized printing, they typically take a few weeks to produce. We recommend ordering well in advance of your competitive swim season. - Are these flags compliant with competitive swimming rules?
Yes, our backstroke flags are designed to meet the size and spacing regulations set forth by major competitive swimming organizations. - Do you sell replacement flags if one gets damaged?
Depending on the style of the flag line you purchase, individual replacement pennants can often be sourced. Please contact our customer support team for details on your specific model.
