How and according to what criteria to choose your trampoline?

During the various confinements linked to the health crisis, the trampolines were again projected on the front of the stage. And for good reason, the trampoline is one of the favorite fun activities of children. In addition to strengthening their natural balance and muscle tone, it allows them to have fun away from screens and get some fresh air when they are installed outdoors.

Technical criteria useful for choosing a trampoline

Taking into account different technical criteria is essential when choosing a trampoline. To make sure you select the right leisure product, you can turn to innovative companies that focus on safety, such as TopFlex.

Some innovative trampolines rely on patented devices

The TopFlex brand is particularly known for having filed two worldwide patents, which are now used to design and produce solid and secure trampolines.

A trampoline can be selected according to safety devices

The patents registered by TopFlex relate to various technical devices which you can pay attention to when making your selection:

• the Starflex Pro metal crown and the Jump Power steel cable (connect the trampoline poles to ensure the net is held in place)
• Seamless T-junction — ends the frame breaking point, previously often encountered.

Please note: trampolines fitted with an internal net such as the trampoline are particularly suitable for children. Installed inside, the nets separate the jump zone from the spring zone, which could be a risk zone.

The technicality of design must be taken into account

Many people are looking for cheap trampoline references, for different reasons: the investment to be made, the durability of the object and its maintenance.

It is therefore advisable to opt for a high-performance and stable trampoline, equipped with many feet. The springs must ensure balanced jumps by their size and number… Concave posts are to be preferred to straight posts, since they reduce the percussion caused by poorly controlled jumps.

The availability of spare parts can also allow you to make a choice. In the event of a technical problem, the absence of spare parts available for sale could deprive you of a possible repair.

General criteria useful for choosing a trampoline

Once the technical criteria and the safety factors have been validated, you can rely on more concrete elements to choose your future trampoline.

Location criteria

Start by choosing a type of trampoline defined according to the location planned for its installation:

• is this an indoor or outdoor trampoline?
• would you like to buy a circular or rectangular trampoline?
• what size trampoline would be best suited to your needs?

All these questions will allow you to refine your selection. If you have not yet decided on the space available in your home to accommodate a trampoline, follow these steps:

1. unroll a meter or a garden hose on the ground on the desired location
2. position it according to your needs while allowing 1 or 2 meters of free space around the area (width) and 8 meters above for the safety height.

Criteria related to the type of use

The choice of a trampoline often depends on the type of intended use: number of people who will use it, height and weight of individuals, ages… If you are looking for a child trampoline, note that the 370 cm diameter trampolines are the most sold. They can accommodate up to three children simultaneously during a play session. Trampolines for adults are large models capable of supporting more than 150 kg of load.

Choosing the Best Trampoline Based on Value for Money

Do you want to choose your future trampoline according to the best value for money? To summarize: do not hesitate to list your needs in terms of size, price, type of use and security. Then carry out a pre-selection with expert brands such as the TopFlex brand and compare the different models that correspond to your selection criteria.

Once your trampoline has been chosen and ordered, don’t forget to provide storage space or a protective cover to protect it from bad weather and ensure its durability.

Article produced in partnership with Topflex