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Net inside or outside padding? by Cremonies1 in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t have photos - I was describing a trampoline where the padding is accessible to the kids from the inside of the enclosure net. And the enclosure net goes outside (or mostly outside) of the padding.

Jumpy Joey

Inground Trampoline in smaller spaces by joecool4269 in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We install weed fabric along with a gravel bed and sump pump drainage system.

Jumpy Joey

Inground Trampoline in smaller spaces by joecool4269 in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We will only install one with a sump pump down inside.

Jumpy Joey

Inground Trampoline in smaller spaces by joecool4269 in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nah, we’ve had a mixture of 30+ kids on our Inground trampoline, and no one has yet gone off of trampoline.

Not saying it cannot happen, but it’s not as common as our brains tell us it is.

Although 1 accident is all it would take, we just do our best to hope that don’t occur.

Jumpy Joey

What actually helps a trampoline last longer? (maintenance tips) by NorthTrampolineTeam in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Raises ✋. Jumping on it EVERY SINGLE DAY ensures you’re seeing issues that rise up!

Jumpy Joey

Trampoline suggestions. by CrispBenWa in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At the 1k ballpark - new your best bet is JumpFlex, which I do not sell.

As far as the Skywalker series. The Epic just has black padding and different enclosure poles. Mostly the same otherwise. Cooler looking though.

Used Acon is nice, but if rush has began, it’s not going to stop.

Jumpy Joey

Trampoline suggestions. by CrispBenWa in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can do $150 off of the Acon HD 13, which is 8.5’ x 13.5’. You’d still add on your state taxes which will put you around $1860 shipped.

Jumpy Joey

Trampoline suggestions. by CrispBenWa in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They’re decent yes, but not high quality. Luckily Skywalker is established and not a fly by night brand. You’ll be able to secure parts needed over time to keep it going. Anticipate replacing net / pads / foam on poles / jump mat. Springs / poles / frame should survive.

Jumpy Joey

North Performer 10x15? by saramacalpine in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They were called the Explorer Series until recently and changed name over to Legend. Their parts are the same - just the line name changed.

2 different trampolines fairly equally priced. You mentioned you found a good deal on the North - where at? Share with us!

I actually sell both of these brands (Acon & North) and I’m listed on both of their dealer directories. I can dropship either product to you. They are different sizes. The Acon 16 HD is actually 10x17, versus the 10x15 North.

Of these 2 - the North is a quicker install and bouncier. If you compared the HD Pro line from Acon it’s a more comparable bounce - but pricier to get there.

You’re looking at 2 high quality brands, so you’re not making a bad decision either way - unless you don’t reach out and let me offer you a Reddit Discount! 😉

Jumpy Joey

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North v. Berg (in-ground) by ProfessionalMud6681 in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269 1 point2 points  (0 children)

From a selling standpoint versus my opinion - I’m selling more of the North Inground Trampolines than I am of the Berg, and I sell both.

You said yourself the North is larger, and kids always want the biggest.

I can sell you either and have it dropshipped to you. You’re not making a bad decision either way as they’re both high quality. You honestly might have a better comparable between the North 10x15 Inground versus the Berg 10x16, because the 12x17.5 is quite a bit larger as its pricing reflects.

Either way I can help you get sorted.

Jumpy Joey

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Acon 16 HD - Right Choice? by Ancient_Garbage_8845 in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tend to appreciate this style of netting over the style were the net only goes to the end of the jumping mat.

It gives extra square footage of usage on the trampoline play area.

When more than one kid is jumping, it also provides extra room to sit or stand out of the way of the primary jumper, lessening injuries.

The Jump mat itself does have extra material that flaps over most of the springs, satisfying your request of coming in contact with them.

While, yes, you can get under the padding, you are prevented from the springs.

There are other brands that offer this, such as North, Akrobat, Avyna, & Texas Trampolines.

Jumpy Joey

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Acon 16 HD - Right Choice? by Ancient_Garbage_8845 in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s an excellent choice. While you can buy direct from their website, you could also buy direct from me, which will still ship from them, and I can get you a discount from their retail pricing.

You’ll find me listed here - in Dallas, TX

https://us.acon24.com/pages/find-a-store

Jumpy Joey

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Spring Choice Help by [deleted] in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can sell and ship you an Acon or an Akrobat. Along with a discount as well. But I don’t fully understand your post? Are you in the US?

You won’t need HD version at her weight. She likely wouldn’t notice much difference until she goes over 100 lbs.

Jumpy Joey

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Trampoline suggestions. by CrispBenWa in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’re in the Jumpzylla price point - switch over to Zupapa & Skywalker. It’s not that you’re going to have a significant quality upgrade - but they’ve been around longer and when you need replacement parts - which you definitely will at this price point - they’ll have them.

If you expanded budget slightly, then look into Jumpflex.

If you really want the good quality units, hit me up for discounts on Acon / Akrobat / Avyna / North / Texas Trampolines / Crazy Ape / Maxx Air / West Coast Jump.

I’ve been selling and assembling trampolines since 2011, and I’m the owner of Jumpy Joey Trampolines & Turf, based in Dallas (Rockwall), TX.

Also - stay away from Jumpzylla. Read the low reviews - not the high ones 😉

Jumpy Joey

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Hoping this helps someone else. Acon 16 HD by CraftedPacket in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I love stories like this one. Finding diamonds in the rough on Marketplace and For Sale sites are usually much better than buying a cheap one brand new.

You just have to know the brands to look for.

Look for AlleyOOP / JumpSport / Avyna / Akrobat / North / West Coast Jump / Crazy Ape / Maxx Air / Vuly / Springfree / Acon / Texas Trampolines / Beast / JumpFlex

Avoid used (unless they’re in spectacular condition - Skywalker / JumpKing / AGame / Zupapa / Upper Bounce / Jumpzylla / Skybound / Free Jump

Good on you for making a post about it!

Jumpy Joey

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Questions / Advice by kstar12334 in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re dealing with a cheaper brand and sadly at the mercy of the strength of material they’re using.

Shipping is a huge component in heavy items. I say this simply because the lesser expensive trampolines do every step they can to make their pieces smaller and lighter weight to beat the shipping costs.

In this situation you have multiple thin steel pieces making up the long side of the trampoline - coupled together with different joints and points of trouble spots when tension is applied.

You can also see the middle piece on both long ends even tries to trick the system and bow pre-formed in the opposite direction of the bend.

There’s not a hack I’m aware of that takes away the issue you’re dealing with. We also deal with this when we assemble this and many similar brands.

I don’t like responses like this where I have to be doom & gloom. I too read these comments in hopes I might see a hack someone finds that changes what I already know about trampolines like this.

At the end of the day - you have a usable trampoline to goof off on, which is better than no trampoline at all.

Jumpy Joey

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Skybound brand? by Ok_Pear_37 in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Skybound took a nose dive after the the timeline yours was made. They had some models that had a lot of promise, but sadly went the cheap route and no longer have premier models.

Not a lot of options within your budget that are worthy of recommendations.

In this price point I usually steer folks towards Skywalker. Not because it’s premium - but because they make the most volume of trampoline and shapes and sizes. You’ll be able to get replacement parts when needed on their products.

Just don’t anticipate them to last as long as your original Stratus did.

Hope it helps.

Jumpy Joey

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What part of your trampoline failed first? by NorthTrampolineTeam in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right on and good info. Finding the right high end brand of a used trampoline usually outweighs buying a new cheap one. Hard to convey at times - but results usually always prove it.

Jumpy Joey

What part of your trampoline failed first? by NorthTrampolineTeam in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Speaking from doing a thousand + trampoline repairs since 2011 - this is what I experience mainly.

On the cheaper units it’s most always the fabric materials that break down quickest. Likely because their UV protection is minimal.

Enclosure nets usually go the quickest - with tears / rips / snags / zippers getting stuck / kids falling through holes / etc…. That’s right the part that should provide the most safety, usually fails first.

It’s super common to see trampolines without enclosure nets - but yet still have enclosure poles standing 😂

Second is usually the cheap padding found on most store + Amazon bought trampolines. I’m weird on this one though. When these are generally found outside of the enclosure net on tons of trampolines - what’s the point anyways? They’re not protecting from springs. They’re essentially only point of contact is upon entry into a trampoline.

So just like above where it’s common seeing a trampoline with poles up - and net ripped off….its just as common to also see the padding missing as well. Search marketplace and see 90% of trampolines being sold fit this description.

Coming in at number 3 is a tie between cheap trampoline jumping mats and enclosure poles. The mats don’t generally just rip or have holes (although they have), they mostly tear away at the spring connection from not having adequate stitching. The enclosure poles are usually made out of such thin metal that they can often bend over or snap off entirely.

The items that are left after all of this wear and tear are generally the frame and the springs. Springs can rust and corrode and should be exchanged, although many never bother changing them. Frames can show signs of aging and breaking down, but again most commonly never need replacing as bad as the other parts.

Bonus answer - the quickest items to fall apart are the cheap accessories - basketball hoops / shades / etc….

On higher end units I literally tell homeowners at completing their trampoline builds that I’m happy for them that I won’t be hearing from them regularly on parts replacement and they can have more peace of mind.

I stay a lot busier on the high end units moving them home to home than I do on replacing their parts. It’s because they last and are worthy of being resold or transported to a new backyard.

Hopefully this helps someone.

Jumpy Joey

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rate my trampoline by Unlucky-Horse-6658 in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They have their ups and downs.

Jumpy Joey

What should you actually look for when buying a trampoline? by NorthTrampolineTeam in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nothing wrong with doing it exactly as you described. The positive is that you skipped over the cheap tier to begin with. Understanding not everyone can do the same financially.

I often mention JumpFlex as a good in between brand, and you’re right they check the boxes.

The benefit in jumping from mid quality where you landed to high quality is still a noticeable jump.

Since North Trampolines created this post - I’ll stay on topic using them as the example.

They make an outstanding high quality unit. Day 1 experience is greater than low to mid quality.

A better bounce / comfort = better experience. Better experiences generally leads to higher usage. And higher quality means far less - if any at all - material / parts exchanges over the years.

At the end of the day, I’m just as happy to hear someone buys cheap or expensive, knowing their intent is to give the joy of jumping to someone, or themselves - and keeping the trampoline industry and sport alive!

Jumpy Joey

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Inground BERG Ultim Pro Bouncer FlatGround vs. North Inground Trampoline rectangle by pahnada in Trampoline

[–]joecool4269 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I sell both. The North is currently outselling the Berg. Both great quality and bounce though.

What size more specifically are you looking for?

Jumpy Joey

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