Open Stone

Standard Weight:Men
Women16 lbs. to 22 lbs.
8 lbs. to 12 lbs.

There is no standard size or weight of the stone. The stone must be put with one hand and with the stone remaining against the neck throughout the throw until the release. Any throwing style may be used as long as the rules are followed and the style is deemed safe by the judge.
The backline will be drawn 7'-6" from the trig.

Braemar Stone

Standard Weight:Men
Women20 lbs. to 26 lbs.
13 lbs. to 18 lbs.

The same rules apply in the Braemar Stone Put as in the Open Stone Put except there is no approach allowed. The stone must be put from a standing position. Reversing the feet after the release is allowed.

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