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Tagged: exercise, Mini-trampoline

This topic has 9 replies, 7 voices, and was last updated 10 years, 7 months ago by missceegee.

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October 6, 2014 at 6:02 pm
Mysterious Lady in Pink
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Over the years I’ve seen many people on teh forum talk about using a mini-trampoline or rebouder indoors. I’ve never owned one but have been looking at Amazon for reviews. Such disparity in opinions! I’ve read some scary stories about metal springs breaking off or flying through the air, which now has me looking at the ones with elastic straps as this will be used indoors and in close quarters.
Would love to hear about specific brands you have, and how long they have lasted…and I guess how much use they get and how big the kids are? Also, features to look for or to avoid? I would love to be able to somehow store it away when not in use because we have a small home.
I’m looking for 3 of our kids to use it, ages 6-10 but they only weight between 45-55 pounds. Thanks!
October 6, 2014 at 6:59 pm
missceegee
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I have this one by ReboundAir. I got it on craigslist for $200. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0010FE32A?pc_redir=1411858394&robot_redir=1#
All of my kids play on it often (4-13), but it’s for me for exercise and I weigh significantly more than your kiddos. I’ve had it a year and use it 20-30m multiple times per week. It’s like new.
October 6, 2014 at 7:43 pm
LindseyD
Participant
I have this rebounder, and I use it without the bar. My kids love to jump on it too, and it’s great for when they’re antsy and need to get the wiggles out.
October 6, 2014 at 8:03 pm
art
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I got mine at Walmart at least a few years ago. It has elastic bands instead of springs. I think it was around $30 then. I love it and have had no trouble with it. I jog every day for about 20 minutes, so it gets used well. I have no idea what brand it is; it doesn’t say anywhere.
October 6, 2014 at 8:37 pm
Julie Cunningham
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we use this: elastic not springs. It gets light usage, but seems able to hold much more wear and tear than I have done so far.
http://www.amazon.com/Variflex-38-Inch-Mini-Band-Trampoline/dp/B000067Q0P/ref=sr_1_6?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1412627749&sr=1-6&keywords=mini+trampoline
October 7, 2014 at 4:08 am
Mysterious Lady in Pink
Participant
Thank you for all the replies! And the links! Links are good. I will continue the hunt with some good input now…
October 7, 2014 at 9:17 am
joannarammell
Participant
We use bellicon rebounder. Expensive but needed for our health issues. Gentler. Awesome.
We got ours here. http://Www.qibounding.com
October 7, 2014 at 9:25 pm
April
Participant
We have had a couple mini tramplines over the years and recently got a bellicon. I can’t say enough good things about it! It is SO much better than any other rebounder out there. I have back and hip issues and this rebounder I can use without it hurting me. If you call Bellicon they sometimes have “refurbished” ones and the price is a bit less. We got a refurbished one and it has been wonderful. http://www.bellicon-usa.com
October 7, 2014 at 9:41 pm
Mysterious Lady in Pink
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Joanna & baymoose, I’ve heard of Bellicon mentioned in reading up on reviews (as in, “until the day I can afford a Bellicon, this one will have so suffice” or “I’ve had so many of these break, I should’ve just bought a Bellicon from the very beginning”). In fact, I was intending to go look at the bellicon site but couldn’t recall the name of it until Joanna mentioned it. I don’t quite understand the difference between all the models, but I’m guess that even the lowest end one would be amazing?? IDK. That’s a lot of money! And in terms of just getting something for my kids to burn off some energy on, IDK that I would even consider…but I honestly never thought about using a rebounder for myself for exercise.
I was reading a bit about the benefits on the bellicon site — now, the pessimist in me says to give little credence for any “evidence” offered by someone who is selling the product. But I confess that I am yet intrigued. I do struggle with good exercise options due to a feet issues (achilles tendonitis and plantar fasciitis) — IDK if rebounding would be a positive or not for these issues. And I don’t really understand what one actually DOES on a rebounder besides…well…bounce. 😉 I would love to hear what you do with yours, the benefits, etc. And why is the bellicon so much better? Please feel free to PM if you’d rather.
Bellicon is offering $50 off a rebounder with orange bungees — but I can’t stand Halloween and that’s all I can think of with orange and black. Do you know if they offer sales…Black Friday, or something??
October 7, 2014 at 9:47 pm
missceegee
Participant
Bellicon and Reboundair were the gentlest bounces out there. I opted for the Rebound Air bc I found it used locally. I love it. For adult exercise, I wouldn’t opt for the cheap ones personally.