Above Ground vs In Ground Trampolines

A trampoline is a plain sheet or a web that is used for resilience. Made of nylon and supported by springs, they are attached to a metal frame and is mainly used as a platform for landing and a springboard for tumbling. It is used in acrobatic and gymnastic exercises, as a recreational activity, or a sport activity.

Trampolines are made up of components such as a metal frame, a fabric bounce mat, the springs, the frame pad and an enclosure net. Many people have to choose between an above ground and in-ground trampoline. Hopefully, the information below will help you make that decision.

Advantages of an In Ground Trampoline

• These types of trampolines are not visible on top of the ground, unlike the conventional ones. They are an apt choice for someone who wants to focus on the presentation of their yard, as they cannot be spotted easily due to their low profile. They blend with the surroundings of the yard, which is unlike the conventional trampolines that take up significant space in most yards.
• In-ground trampolines are at a minimal or zero height from the ground, which is safe compared to the conventional trampolines. The bounce mat is at a zero distance from the ground, which reduces the risk of injury after a fall or a mishap. One doesn’t even need to get a safety net for the trampoline, which is definitely recommended for above ground trampolines. It makes the area beneath the trampoline inaccessible and reduces the risk of injury or children, or even pets.
• These trampolines are considered better for families who have young children. The benefit not only includes safety but also easy access to the trampoline. Children need not have a ladder or ask for a support to climb up the trampoline as the distance from the ground is at the absolute minimum. Kids do not have to be as strictly watched but we still recommend adult supervision just in case.
• In-ground trampolines require less maintenance, as compared to the conventional trampolines. There is no exposure of elements to the surface as it is sunken into the ground which makes it easier to fully protect and cover the trampoline. There is a protection from rust and water damage as there are no metal legs, along with no need of cleaning off debris from underneath the trampoline. They are good for windy areas since there is the low risk of blowing away since it is sunken into the ground. You also will not have to buy and install any tie downs to an in-ground trampoline.
• Finally, in-ground trampolines are harder to steal and/or blow away and cause damage. You never know if someone would try and steal your trampoline when you’re on vacation or away from your home. In-ground trampolines are a big deterrent since they are harder to access. Also during violent storms trampolines can be blown around and cause damage to your property or your neighbors. There’s nothing worse than spending a lot of money on a new trampoline and it gets damaged or damages something else due to mother nature.

Disadvantages of an In Ground Trampoline

• This type of trampoline is immovable and is very hard to shift if anyone wants to change the spot of it, unlike conventional trampolines. It is stuck in a place and can be difficult while planning to rearrange the setting of the lawn or yard where it is being placed.
• Another possible concern is that a trampoline requires an adequate amount of elasticity for the bounce that is expected. In an in-ground trampoline, there is no passage of air to pass through, which becomes a restriction in the airflow beneath it. It will feel like one is jumping on a hard surface and it might cause injury if not properly constructed to allow air to pass underneath.
• A quality drainage system is extremely necessary to be able to keep an in-ground trampoline and save it from rust and standing water. If there is no such element as grass or dirt surrounding material of the trampoline, it can cause a maintenance issue.

Advantages of an Above Ground Trampoline

• It is very easy to set up and install an above ground trampoline. One just needs to purchase it and put it wherever they feel like it. There does not have to be any additional digging of holes or looking for suitable places. It is as simple as putting it anywhere in the yard and using it.
• This type of trampoline is very cost effective, because there is no cost of installation or setting it up if you plan to do it yourself (can be a cost if you hire someone to setup). The overall cost of the trampolines also tends to be less than in-ground models.
• These trampolines are easily movable and can be easily replaced and rearranged in case one is thinking of changing the set-up of the yard.
• Since an above ground trampoline is elevated, there is space for air to pass through, which increases the bounce capacity and elasticity of the trampoline. It does the job perfectly and avoids injury while jumping.

Disadvantages of an Above Ground Trampoline

• An above ground trampoline is relatively unsafe as compared to an in-ground trampoline because it is elevated and the person jumping might miss a bounce or land awkwardly on the ground (if no net is installed). Small children can simply fall off of the trampoline without actually jumping, adding to the risk of injury. Some of the larger trampolines are a few feet off the ground which could cause a serious injury.
• It can be difficult to access for little children, and they might constantly need a support of an adult to carry them or a ladder. It can be inconvenient for adults and be exhausting for small children to hoist themselves up, especially on the trampoline.
• The aesthetic advantage that is provided by an in-ground trampoline lacks in this type. It is elevated to a distance from the ground and can be an obstruction in the presentation and view of the garden.

Conclusion

Both in-ground and above ground trampolines have their own advantages and disadvantages. Customers should look from all the perspectives and choose the option that best suits them. As long as you buy a quality trampoline you will not be disappointed either way.

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