Choosing the right hammer throw equipment

Hammer throw is a technical event, and having the right equipment makes a real difference to training and competition performance. Our range covers everything from beginner-friendly hammers for schools and junior athletes through to competition-grade equipment used by senior throwers, so whatever level you’re coaching or competing at, you’ll find hammers built to the right specification. Use the filters to browse by usage, weight, brand or World Athletics (IAAF) classification, or use the tiles above the products to jump straight to wires, handles, gloves, bags and throwing weights. If you are new to the event, our practical guide to beginning the hammer throw and hammer training drills are a good place to start.

Competition and training hammers

We stock hammer throw equipment from Nelco, Polanik and ATE, three of the most trusted names in athletics throwing implements. Training hammers are built for durability through repeated use, while competition hammers meet the specifications required for meets and championships. Choosing between the two comes down to how the hammer will be used, and our range covers both. If you already know the brand you want, you can browse Polanik hammers or Nelco hammers separately, and ATE hammers are available through the brand filter on this page.

Competition hammers

The competition range includes the Polanik Ziolkowski hammer, the ATE Fuego Tungsten Hammer, the Nelco KIN-O-MAX Hammer, and a choice of stainless steel, steel turned, Classic Turned and Universal Turned hammers. Use the World Athletics (IAAF) classification filter to see the hammers with that classification, and the weight filter to find the right weight for your age group and category. If the hammer you want is not listed, we can source it for you.

Training hammers

For training, the range includes the Nelco Overweight Training Hammer, the Gisco Chain Hammer and an Indoor PVC Hammer, along with lighter hammers for young athletes. The weight filter also shows overweight and underweight options. If you are building a training programme and are not sure which hammer fits, ask our experts and we will help you choose.

Hammer weights, from primary to senior

Hammer throw weights are set by age and competition category, from lighter hammers used in primary and junior athletics through to the full senior weights used in national and international competition. Our hammers are available in weights including 350g, 500g, 1kg, 2kg, 2.72kg, 3kg, 4kg, 5kg, 6kg and 7.26kg, making it easier for clubs and schools to equip athletes as they progress through age groups. To check the hammer weight for each age group, see our guide to throwing weight rules.

Indoor and primary hammers

For schools and young athletes, we stock the Vinex PVC Primary Hammer in 350g and 500g, the Neuff Primary Soft Ring Hammer for beginners and children, and a carry bag that fits four primary hammers. The Indoor PVC Hammer is also available for indoor training. These are a simple way to introduce hammer throw before moving on to heavier equipment, giving young athletes the chance to learn the movement on lighter implements first and progress through the weights as they develop.

Throwing weights for Masters and Highland Games athletes

If you are looking for weight throw or Highland Games equipment, see our throwing weights. The Polanik Masters Throwing Weight and Highland Games Throwing Weight are listed there, and the Highland Games weight is a 12.7kg (28lb) weight designed for distance throw, weight throw and toss over crossbar. Both are shown on this page too, so you can compare them with the rest of the hammer range.

Hammer wires, handles and accessories

A hammer is only as good as its wire and handle. We stock replacement wires and handles separately, so you can maintain and repair existing hammers rather than replacing the whole implement. Below you will find the wires, handles and swivels that keep a hammer performing, along with the gloves, bags and grip products that protect your hands and your equipment in training and competition.

Wires, handles and swivels

You will find Nelco and Polanik hammer wires, straight and curved grip handles from ATE, Nelco, Polanik and Neuff, replacement swivels for Nelco and Polanik hammers, and circlip pliers. Our hammer wires, handles and tools collection has the full range. For a closer look at how each part affects the throw, read our guide to throwing hammer parts, or see our video on how to change a hammer wire.

Gloves, bags and grip

Gloves and bags protect both the athlete’s grip and the equipment itself during training and transport. We stock leather hammer gloves in short and standard lengths, with hook and loop or velcro fastenings, and a hammer bag for carrying your hammer, wire and handles. See our hammer gloves and bags and our grip products for more, and read our advice on hand care for hammer throwers.

Other throwing events

If you’re equipping a squad across multiple throwing disciplines, take a look at our discus, shot put and javelin ranges, our para athlete throws equipment for adapted competition, or the full athletics throwing equipment range.

Need a hand choosing?

Our team is on hand if you’re not sure which hammer, weight or accessory is right for your athletes, whether you are equipping a school, a club or a single thrower. Browse our demo boxes to try equipment before you commit, or get in touch for guidance on weights, classification or sourcing a hammer that isn’t listed.

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