Rectangle Trampoline
In the last 5 years, the home ownership of trampolines has exploded. There are a great number of uses from trampolines from fitness training to a great outdoor toy for kids. There are a great many types of trampoline on the market, each which target a different application. With such a wide selection available, it may be tough to know which trampoline best fits your unique needs. It will come down to several personal factors such as budget, application and size of space available to you to site your trampoline. This particular page will focus on a few tips to buying the most appropriate rectangle trampoline, depending on your needs.
What is a trampoline?
In their most basic form, trampolines are constructed from 4 main parts. You get the frame of the trampoline, the mat, the springs and the padding for both the springs and frame. The frame outlines the basic shape and size of the trampoline. It is the frame that all other parts are attached to and it must be strong as it will support all the trampoline parts, and indeed the weight of people jumping on it. In the case of a rectangle trampoline, the frame is obviously rectangular in shape. The springs are another important part of the trampoline. It is the springs that attach the mat to the frame. When someone jumps on the mat, the mat spreads the force out amongst the springs evenly and propels the person back into the air. Some trampolines have adjustable springs to make it more stiff or loose, depending on what you want. Lastly the padding covers all the parts of the trampoline to avoid injury. They will cover the gaps between the springs as well as the metal frame. These minimize the risk of accidents and if an accident does happen, it reduces the chance of serious injury.
Trampoline Frame
A sturdy and tough frame is a very important part of a trampoline. They take a fair bit of punishment and if they are not up to the job, the trampoline may break causing injury. If it is for home use, the frame should be about 2.0 - 2.5 mm thick. This will stop the frame contorting and bending when it is in use. This is the sign of a good solid trampoline, particularly for a rectangle trampoline which are often used in the competitive world of tramp lining.
Trampoline Springs
One of the things that affect the performance of all trampolines is the springs. They vary on the quantity and quality. For a rectangle trampoline, the "bounce off" height is higher than that of other types because of its design and the position of the springs. Generally speaking the thicker the coil and the higher the spring count, the "bouncier" the trampoline will be.
Trampoline Mats
The mat is another major part of the trampoline. They are made from varying materials but they should provide a small part of elasticity, but not enough to detract from the spring's action. They must be very sturdy. Usually a mat will have a specified weight limit that you must adhere to. Again for a rectangle trampoline, these will be rectangular but also somewhat steadier. It needs to be as strong length wise and width wise as the sides are not all equidistant apart so in general, to cater for the strength required on the length, they are made from a higher quality material.