1. With safety net or without

Trampolines with Enclosures are fundamental if you would like your youngsters and family to enjoy trampolining without injuries. Many of the injuries brought about by trampolining are due either to bouncing into another user (on the trampoline) or falling off the trampoline (no safety enclosure).

It's plainly not worth the risk. The cost of trampolines has dropped significantly over recent years and it is now feasible to buy a great family trampoline with a safety net for a similar price as a small trampoline (without a safety net) only a few years ago.

2. Size and shape of trampolines

Trampolines are offered in various shapes including round, oval and rectangular. Professional trampolines in sports halls are always rectangular and ideal for a single user. These trampolines realize the best bounce and overall performance as a result of the arrangement and configuartion of the springs. Most family trampolines present in gardens throughout the country are circular with safety nets or enclosures. The circular trampolines are obtainable in sizes up to 14ft diameter and with the enclosure net provide good fun for little ones, teenagers and adults alike. The bounce height will not be as good as the rectangular versions but still more than adequate for most families.

The circular trampolines furthermore have a tendency to bounce the users into the middle of the mattress and are hence regarded as safer than other shapes.

4. Number of springs

The optimum number of springs on a trampoline varies depending on the sizing and shape of the trampoline. The optimum for any 14ft trampoline is 96 x 8.5-inch springs (80 x 8.5-inch for a 12 ft trampoline). Try to avoid trampolines that have smaller/fewer springs. Additionally, try to avoid trampolines that boast more springs than 96 (14ft) or 80 (12ft) 8.5-inch springs as performance will likely be compromised.

2. Weight of bouncers

When deciding on a trampoline it's important to take into consideration the likely weight of the bouncer. The amount of bounce possible and life expectancy of a trampoline is based on a variety of factors including the weight of users. Trampolines are obtainable for user weights ranging from 100kg to 178kg (26 stone). Typically, a 100kg bouncer capacity is more than adequate for many families although always go for the biggest possible as little bouncers soon grow and the life of your trampoline will not be cut short due to it's restricted capacity.

5. Bounce height

The bounce height is dependant on a number of factors including the proficiency of the user, the number of springs on the trampoline and the sizing/shape of the trampoline. Generally, on round trampolines, the bigger the trampoline, the softer bounce and less height achieved. Nevertheless with enclosures, the larger round trampolines are very well-liked due the capacity to accommodate additional users who are just wanting to have a bit of fun in a safe environment. Unless you are looking for a trampoline for a keen trampoliner, then bounce height ought to be satisfactory once you have identified a trampoline with the optimum amount of springs.

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