Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Fly Jumper Jumping Stilts

Frequently Asked Questions

 

 

What are jumping stilts?
 
Jumping stilts are spring-loaded boots. They are like a cross between stilts and a pogo-stick. The stilt basically consists of two parts: An aluminum frame that you attach to your shoes with snowboard bindings and around your knees with a strap. Second part is a flat and bent fiberglass spring. The construction is made very light but it can still take a bit of time to get used to the extra weight.

 
What can you do with jumping stilts?
 
Just to walk on them is the first challenge, this normally takes about 5 to 15 minutes to learn. After overcoming this first challenge you can go on to learning to jump, stride and run. With a bit of training you can jump 2 meter in the air, take 9 foot strides, run 20mph and why not do a back flip while your at it if you can.

 
Who can use jumping stilts?
 
Anyone can do it, its easy!!
There are jumping stilts models for children weighing 30kg all the way to adults weighing over 100kg. The youngest user I know of using jumping stiltss is six years old and the oldest person is 53 years old.

 
Why use Jumping Stilts?

The main reason is that its fun.
There are also a lot of tricks to do so you will always have something new to learn. A lot of people also like the attraction that powerising attracts. Be prepared to answer a lot of questions from people passing by if you jump in public places. This is also a great way of training its hard work but also it's so much fun at the same time so you wont even notices how tired you are. You work both cardiovascular and muscular, the biggest muscle groups are the quads and the seat muscle. They do the heavy work of gaining height and speed. Muscles also very important it the deep muscles in the stomach and the lower back. If you try to keep a good posture as you jump you will strengthen this muscles and get a better posture and a flat stomach as a bonus.Don't forget to stretch after every time you have been using them, quads, seat muscles, hip flexors, upper and lower back.

 
How high off the ground will I be standing?

Once you are strapped into the Adult Fly Jumper Jumping Stilts you will be approximately 17 inches off the ground.
 

What weight range of spring should I buy?

The spring weight system on jumping stilts is designed for ease of use as well as safety. When a powerbocker uses jumping stilts, the springs compress to send the person into the air. If the spring compresses too much, it could fail which could then cause an injury. You will avoid this problem by choosing the correct model spring within your weight range. You can move up in weight class but you should NEVER use a pair of stilts with a spring below your weight range. If you are very experienced, you may move to a spring for someone heavier if you would like to jump higher. However please note that the stiffer the spring is the more impact you will receive when landing. A spring that is for your weight will compress naturally when you land but a stiffer spring will require a lot of added force in order to compress. That means, that if you are just getting into the sport, you should purchase the spring for your weight range. If you become a lot better then you can later upgrade to a stiffer spring.

 
I have been told that I should move above my weight rating, is this advisable?

Some Powerbockers move up in weight range to get a stiffer spring. The stiffer springs allows them to get more height (i.e. for layout backflips). However, the stiffer spring will seem very stiff when being used for regular recreational activity. It is sort of like having a sport-suspension on a car. When you are driving competitively you appreciate the stiffer suspension. However, it can be a little bit much when it comes to the daily commute. Our advise is to stay within your weight rating when starting off. Then, if you want to move up in weight rating, you can simply purchase replacement springs from our parts sections.

 
Can I really run 20 MPH?

The answer is yes, it is possible to run this run this fast with ease on Fly Jumpers. Jumping Stilts have been considered for military application. One particular set of stilts was tested by the US Air Force. The user maintained an average speed of 23 MPH over ¼ mile distance, while chasing a military quad.

 
What is the difference between the Adult Standard Fly Jumpers and the Fly Jumper Pro?

These two stilts are similar, however, the Pro model does have some more hardware enhancements. The most noteworthy difference on the Pro model is the pivoting footplate. The Pro model footplate pivots to replicate the normal ankle movement experienced while running. The Pro model also features improved bindings, an aluminum (instead of a plastic) footplate, and steel (instead of plastic) ball bearings. The Pro model also includes improved hardware components however the Standard model has a footplate that can easily be replaced with snowboard bindings and is easily upgradeable. Also, all Fly Jumper springs are interchangeable with the original Powerskip springs from Germany.
 
 
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What is GetFlyJumpers.com return policy?

If for any reason, you are not 100% completely satisfied with our service, you may return your items within 30 days of receipt for a full refund, replacement or exchange. However the item must be in the same condition as it was when it was shipped and still in the original packaging. GetFlyJumpers.com will also reimburse customers for the cost of the return shipping if damaged products are received or for incorrect shipments. Once again, GetFlyJumpers.com will only refund an order if we recieve the item back unused in all its origional packaging and wrapping. We do not pay the shipping on returns unless there was a defective or damaged product or for incorrect shipments. If we receive the item back and it has been used, we will then ship the item back to you without refund at your cost.

 
How do I return something?

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