javelin

Metal rod shaped like a spear that the athlete throws with one hand after building up speed on the runway.

grip

Part which the athlete holds to throw the javelin; it is usually made of cord wound around the javelin’s center of gravity.

shaft

Long, usually metal rod making up the body of the javelin.

metal head

Pointed front end of the javelin.

tip

The end of the javelin that pierces the ground.