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Adult Trampoline Buyers Guide

 

Trampolines are big in the UK - As well as being fun, they are great exercise for adults to burn off a few calories and keep trim. A large adult on a children's' size trampolines doesn't work but what is an Adult Size Trampoline?

We have seen budget trampolines advertised for as little as £150, it comprises a 12ft surface with a 12 gauge steel frame and the manufacturers of the bargain trampoline guarantee it for 5 years and claim it will take a hefty 16 stone adult.

Trampolines are like magnets, they attract. Apart from serious exercise, when do you see one person on a trampoline for any length of time? Look for a trampoline suitable for at least two adults and at least it will be that bit safer.

Generally trampolines come in sizes from 8 feet to 16 feet, in 2 feet increments, 8', 10', 12', 14', 16'. Not forgetting the mini trampolines of course and I wouldn't dream of letting a 16 stone adult on mine!

Before you go for the cheap and cheerful trampoline, consider who will be bouncing on it? As much as you think the trampoline is for the adults, children will use them too and probably more often than you thought. If adults are going to use it regularly, go for the 12 ft, heavier adults and children ought to consider the 14ft on the basis that the bigger trampolines accept more jumping weight.

Not all gardens and backyards will be suitable for an adult size trampoline, and it's worth looking at the safety aspects whilst you shop around for an adult trampoline supplier. The fashion for trampolining could lead to accidents, but that does not mean trampolines are dangerous. Let's look at what causes knocks and bumps whilst bouncing on trampoline.

Trampoline Health & Safety

We all know that when we land on the surface of a trampoline we will leave a conical impression, if another person on the trampoline is lighter and within the incline, they could be forced towards the heavier jumper... great fun for singles party but there are other points to look at. Two people on a trampoline could lead to accidents. Approximately 75% of injuries occur when more than one person is on the trampoline.

Trampolines are for fun and they develop excitement, which in turn leads to over-excitement if we are not cautious. Nobody wants to be a spoilsport but laying down some ground rules is essential.

Don't be sued for a trampoline accident

Just because your adult trampoline can take a sixteen stone person, imagine if the bulk of a person who was a little tipsy bounced off the trampoline and landed on a small child or even some sharp edged garden furniture, a shed or conservatory window, sharp tree branch or garden tool. Clear at least three feet all around, the more clear area, the safer it will be.

Alcohol and drugs is a big NO, don't entertain it because in a world of 'No Win, No Fee' lawsuits someone's lawyer could be pursuing you. Another threat is two people banging in to each other. One person on a trampoline is the safest but try keeping another adult off.

The safest part on a trampoline is the centre, stay in the middle and keep bouncing low and under control. Consistently landing in the centre of the trampoline. Avoid bouncing for long periods of time and do not bounce when you are tired, Do not attempt back flips (back somersaults), multiple somersaults or twisting somersaults on your trampoline.
Have fun and enjoy choosing your new adult trampoline.

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