Most people think a trampoline is a toy, but that’s not always the case. You might ask yourself that exact question, especially when, at first glance, so many trampolines look alike. We will now answer the important question of why some trampolines cannot be regarded as toys and will draw your attention to some of the key differences.
An Akrobat trampoline is an item of sports equipment, which means that it doesn’t have a great deal in common with those trampolines you can buy from toy shops, or from other shops that do not specialize in this type of equipment.
1. Purpose
We could say that the purpose of a toy is primarily to protect the seller, which is why not a great deal of attention is paid to ‘user experience’ when it is being designed. Usually, these toys are intended for home use, which means that there are many deficiencies in the way they are designed.
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When we look at the trampolines manufactured by Akrobat, we see that they are able to withstand the greatest loads and stresses without any problem at all – which is why we can find many examples of them in public areas and settings such as schools, nursery schools, campsites, fitness centers, gyms, and rehabilitation centers.
These are proper items of sports equipment that help the user improve their physical fitness and skills. It is proven that the gravitational movements you make on a trampoline have a beneficial effect on the lymphatic system, help you develop balance and coordination (and therefore improve concentration and spatial awareness), and boost your nervous system.
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The know-how and expertise that Akrobat bring to development enable their trampolines to be used for rehabilitation purposes as well. As their trampolines exert 80% less pressure on the back and joints, they are also great for post-operative treatment, and for problems with the lymphatic system, osteoporosis and so on. Jumping on a trampoline has very similar effects to those you get from swimming, as they ease the strain on the back and joints.
2. Materials used in trampoline construction
If you have ever used a trampoline in a neighbor’s garden, you’ve probably noticed the rather irritating squeaking noise it produces. But that’s not the biggest problem these types of trampolines have. Because of the extremely short springs they use, they can damage the back and joints, which is why they should not be used by children under 3, and indeed are only really recommended for the over-6s. The lower quality of the materials used means that the springs wear out quickly and very soon stop providing the right flexibility and bounce.
You get no such irritating noise when you use a proper sports trampoline, the springs of which are completely silent. Akrobat has invested a great deal of specialist know-how and expertise into developing springs and jumping mats and uses only certified materials of the highest durability and quality.
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Akrobat’s development efforts are continuously aimed toward technological development and progress. One of the results of these efforts is the AkroVent Sports jumping mat, which has been specially designed for the more demanding user. Its revolutionary composition not only enables greater airflow but also has 12% greater elasticity, which helps to make the trampoline "springier".
3. Springiness and bounce
Because they use short springs, mass-market trampolines cannot be expected to offer the same jumping experience as a high-quality piece of sports equipment of the type produced by Akrobat. The short springs and the lower-quality jumping mat offer less bounce, which is why these trampolines are really only intended for occasional use in the garden.
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You’ll have an entirely different jumping experience on an Akrobat sports trampoline. Many studies and laboratory absorption tests have shown that Akrobat trampolines relieve the skeletal system of 80% of the stress that it would otherwise receive when jumping. Trampolines of this type ensure both a soft landing and a gentle bounce upwards. The innovative jumping mat provides greater flexibility, which in turn makes the trampoline even springier.
4. Safety
Many of the injuries that occur on trampolines are usually the result of the fact that the toy trampolines found in so many courtyards and gardens today are less safe to use. The most common cause of injury, in addition to inappropriate use, is the poor quality of the safety net and the thinness of the protective frame pads, which manufacturers do not pay sufficient attention to precisely because the jumping mat is less springy.
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Akrobat’s trampolines, on the other hand, ensure that the user is as safe as they can possibly be. The springs are therefore covered in thick safety pads that protect the user in various jumping situations and reduce the likelihood of an accident. The trampolines usually come with a surrounding safety net that allows the user to enjoy safe jumping and safe improvement in their trampoline skills.
5. Durability
Parents are only too aware that children’s toys constantly have to be replaced because of destruction and "wear and tear". Trampolines are no exception. Lower-quality materials are one of the reasons why toy trampolines don’t last longer than a year or two. And if they’re frequently used by adults too, the springs and jumping mat wear out even more quickly than that.
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With sports trampolines, it’s a whole different ball game. High-quality materials of exceptional durability, and the constant improvements and laboratory testing they undergo, mean that Akrobat trampolines have an extremely long life and rarely wear out. As our trampolines are also aimed at the most demanding users and the keenest of sports enthusiasts, they can take the biggest stresses and strains.
If you’re thinking about buying a trampoline, you’ve definitely realized by now that there’s a world of difference between a toy trampoline and the kind of top-quality sports equipment offered by Akrobat. We’re sure that, if you choose to take the sports route, you won’t be disappointed with the quality and durability we offer: two things that ensure you enjoy endless hours of safe, carefree fun.
