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Date of publication:
23/3/2016
25/4/2024
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Playing area:

Trinquete. Men.

Characteristics:

It is played with an instrument formed by a chestnut wood hoop and a net, using a very quick leather pelota. The pelota is not hit, rather it is thrown hard, which results in a very fast game. This speciality was practised initially by the Basque clergy, who exported it to Argentina.

Instrument:

It is constructed out of a curved wicker or wooden ring, which holds a leather net attached around the inside that is Interlinked and somewhat loose.

Max. length: 55 cm.

Pelota:

  • Core weight: 33-35 g.
  • Total weight: 83 g.

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