Para Seated
Definition of Class:
Athletes requiring the permanent use of a wheelchair, crutches or other aid for day to day walking needs.
All highland games rules and regulations apply other than identified permissible adaptations and event weights.
Permissible Adaptations:
Wheelchair or throwing frame with the seat no taller than 75cm.
Weights may be used to secure chair as needed.
Chair/frame must be able to be moved into and out of the trig/throwing area within a reasonable time, with assistance if needed.
Event Weights - Men - Must be used for Official Field, National, Continental and World Records
Caber - Approximate equivalent for reference: Women or Youth Caber (No Official Records kept as cabers vary between competition.)
Sheaf Toss - 10lbs
Light Hammer - 12lbs
Heavy Hammers - 16lbs
Weight for Height - 21lbs
Light Weight for Distance - 14lbs
Heavy Weight for Distance - 28lbs
Open Stone - 8-12lbs
Braemar Stone - 13-18lbs
Event Weights - Women - Must be used for Official Field, National, Continental and World Records
Caber - Approximate equivalent for reference: Youth Caber (No Official Records kept as cabers vary between competition.)
Sheaf Toss - 8 lbs
Light Hammer - 8 lbs
Heavy Hammers - 12 lbs
Weight for Height - 14 lbs
Light Weight for Distance - 8 lbs
Heavy Weight for Distance - 14 lbs
Open Stone - 6-10 lbs
Braemar Stone - 9-13 lbs