{"product_id":"3-competition-approved-half-tender-boules-sigma","title":"3 competition-approved half-tender boules SIGMA","description":"\u003cp\u003ePerfect your accuracy and shots with this hollow FIPJP-approved carbon steel boule designed by our team of passionate players.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAVAILABLE SIZES\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eRange of diameters and weights:\n\n- 71 mm - 680 g - smooth\n- 72 mm - 690 g - smooth\n- 73 mm - 690 g - smooth\n- 74 mm - 690 g - smooth\n- 74 mm - 710 g - striated\n- 75 mm - 690 g - smooth\n- 75 mm - 710 g - striated\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHARDNESS\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSEMI-SOFT 39 HRC (124kg\/mm²)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCONTENTS\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e3 petanque boules and 1 jack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow to choose the right petanque boule\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou should choose your petanque boule based on several factors.\n\nYour playing style (pointer, shooter, all-rounder) will determine:\n- the required bounce quality (hard, semi-soft, soft or very soft)\n- the weight of your boule (heavier for pointers and lighter for shooters)\n\nThe size of your hand will determine the boule's diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat does hardness mean for a petanque boule?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe boule's hardness is expressed in the ROCKWELL HRC unit or in kg\/mm². For example, 39 HRC corresponds to 124 kg\/mm². The higher the number, the harder the boule. The harder the boule, the less likely it is to get damaged, and the higher its elasticity, and vice versa. Regular players who use soft boules should consider frequently changing their boules to avoid undermining their game.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow to clean your petanque boules?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter each match, wipe off dust with a clean cloth. Once a month, oil your petanque boules to prevent them from rusting. Cleaning regularly lengthens the lifespan of your petanque boules while also ensuring the quality of your match.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow competition-approved DECATHLON boules are made\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur competition boules are hollow. These are the steps of our manufacturing process: - A lump of steel heated to +\/- 1000 C° is flattened and then stamped or forged into a hemisphere - These hemispheres are machined inside, welded together, and rotated until they are spherical. - The boule is then engraved, baked, and dipped into water, which will determine its hardness. - Finally, they are polished or varnished and then inspected.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe galvanised finish slows the appearance of rust. Available in six diameters and four weights, in a striated and smooth options.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item large--one-half medium--one-half productFeature productFeature--easy-to-breathe\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"grid--full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item one-fifth productFeature-icon\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"productFeature-image\" src=\"\" data-src=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item four-fifths productFeature-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"productFeature-title\"\u003e[Impact resistance]\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"productFeature-description\"\u003eThis semi-soft 39 HRC (124kg\/mm²) boule withstands impacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item large--one-half medium--one-half productFeature productFeature--easy-to-breathe\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"grid--full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item one-fifth productFeature-icon\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"productFeature-image\" src=\"\" data-src=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item four-fifths productFeature-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"productFeature-title\"\u003e[Cushioning]\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"productFeature-description\"\u003eLow bounce, even on challenging, rocky terrains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item large--one-half medium--one-half productFeature productFeature--easy-to-breathe\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"grid--full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item one-fifth productFeature-icon\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"productFeature-image\" src=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/contents.mediadecathlon.com\/b65161\/pic.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item four-fifths productFeature-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"productFeature-title\"\u003e[Compatibility]\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"productFeature-description\"\u003eThis boule can be picked up with a magnetic boule lifter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect your accuracy and shots with this hollow FIPJP-approved carbon steel boule designed by our team of passionate players.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GEOLOGIC","offers":[{"title":"8667023 \/ 72mm 690 Plain \/ Default","offer_id":51872094388440,"sku":"4874366","price":214.99,"currency_code":"AZN","in_stock":false},{"title":"8667023 \/ 73mm 690 Plain \/ Default","offer_id":51872094421208,"sku":"4874367","price":214.99,"currency_code":"AZN","in_stock":false},{"title":"8667023 \/ 74mm 690 Plain \/ Default","offer_id":51872094453976,"sku":"4874372","price":214.99,"currency_code":"AZN","in_stock":false},{"title":"8667023 \/ 74mm 710 Grooved \/ Default","offer_id":51872094486744,"sku":"4874369","price":214.99,"currency_code":"AZN","in_stock":false},{"title":"8667023 \/ 75mm 690 Plain \/ Default","offer_id":51872094519512,"sku":"4874370","price":214.99,"currency_code":"AZN","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/1728\/2008\/files\/pic_da5945a1-4a5a-459f-bd86-28aaa2617ed8.jpg?v=1788531877","url":"https:\/\/decathlon.az\/en\/products\/3-competition-approved-half-tender-boules-sigma","provider":"Decathlon Azerbaijan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}