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The Original Indoor Hard Shell Shot Put
Price range: $104.00 through $172.00
In the 1960s, Al Hadar — coach, innovator, and founder of Hadar Athletic — invented the first-ever indoor shot put so athletes could train safely year-round without damaging gym floors.
More than 60 years later, every Hadar Indoor Hard Shell Shot Put is still made by hand in Iowa, following Al’s original design for perfect balance, durability, and feel. This is the shot put that started it all and it’s still setting the standard today.
- Can be used for Outdoor Practices.
- More sizes and weights are available through direct sale.
- Soft shell are also available.
- Tungsten Indoor Shot Puts available.
W x H x L Dimensions shown are shipping dimensions.
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SHIPPING, RETURNS, WARRANTY
SHIPPING
Most in-stock Hadar Athletic products ship quickly from our Humboldt, Iowa facility. Black stock items typically leave the warehouse the same day when ordered before 11:00 AM CT. Large or oversized items may ship by freight and may require a custom delivery quote. For full details, visit our Shipping & Returns page.
RETURNSEligible stock items may be returned within 14 calendar days of delivery when unused, in original packaging, and returned with proof of purchase. Return shipping costs apply, and stock item returns are subject to a 30% restocking fee. Custom products are not eligible for return.
WARRANTYHadar Athletic products are built to take a hit and backed by our 5-Year Tiered Warranty against manufacturing and material defects. Warranty coverage adjusts by year based on product age and normal field use. For complete coverage details, visit our Warranty Policy page.
CUSTOM ORDERS
Need something built for your program? Hadar Athletic offers custom colors, sizes, artwork, logos, and product modifications on select equipment. Request a Custom Quote
Our team can help with custom wall padding, football equipment, training gear, goal post pads, end zone pylons, and other made-to-order products. Custom options may vary by product, material, quantity, and lead time.
To get started, request a quote with your product needs, artwork, colors, sizing, and any special instructions. Our team will review the details and follow up with pricing, production timing, and next steps.
REFURBISHING SERVICES
Have older equipment that still has life left in it? Hadar Athletic can refurbish and recondition select sports equipment with new covers, materials, stitching, hardware, and other updates.
This service is available for many Hadar products and some non-Hadar equipment, including side pads, goal post wraps, and other training or field gear. Availability depends on the product type, condition, photos, materials, and repair needs.
To get started, request a refurbishing quote and send photos of your equipment. Our team will review the condition, provide an estimate, and walk you through shipping and next steps.
For full details, visit our Refurbishing & Reconditioning page.
Handmade in Iowa. Guaranteed To Last.
Every Hadar Indoor Shot Put is crafted one at a time in Humboldt, Iowa — the same town where Al Hadar first developed the design that changed indoor throwing forever.
We continue to use durable materials and strict quality checks to make sure each shot put meets competition standards and holds up season after season.
- Built for performance: Balanced shell and weight distribution for consistent throws.
- Tough enough for any season: Protective enough for indoor use, strong enough for outdoor practice.
- Sized for every athlete: Available in men’s and women’s regulation weights, as well as junior options
Invented Here. Perfected by The Best.
The Indoor Hard Shell Shot Put began as an innovation by Al Hadar, and today it’s trusted by the world’s top throwers. From champions to Olympic hopefuls, athletes use Hadar’s original design for its true feel, perfect balance, and unmatched durability.
Each shell is engineered for indoor training and competition, featuring a non-marking surface that protects gym floors while maintaining consistent flight and release. Its tough construction even stands up to outdoor training — giving you year-round confidence every time you throw.
OPTIONS FOR EVERY LEVEL.
From youth programs to elite competition, Hadar Indoor Shot Puts are built for throwers at every stage. Each model meets official weight standards and carries Hadar’s reputation for unmatched balance and durability.
Protective enough for indoor use. Tough enough for outdoor training. Backed by decades of innovation and a guarantee that lasts through every season.
- Men: 7.26 kg (16 lb) for senior athletes, 6 kg (13.2 lb) for junior athletes
- Women: 4 kg (8.8 lb) for senior athletes, 3 kg (6.6 lb) for junior athletes
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awesome
Good quality
Seems very durable compared to others we have used!