Jumping Stilts Are the New Extreme Sport

Jumping Stilts are a now considered an extreme sport by many people. This product is known under a number of brand names: Powerstrider, League Boots, Powerisers, Powerskips, AirTrekker, Pro-Jumps, Flyjumpers, and a few others that are new and emerging ones.

While many people consider stilts part of the extreme sport world, most people do not buy jumping stilts for that reason. In fact, most people buy these stilts because they are fun and you can get a much better workout with them. Because these stilts are specifically designed to capture the natural energy produced by our legs, and then return it to us with more zing, using carbon or fiber springs, we can walk with more bounce to the ounce, run with more agility and speed, and jump to almost twice our regular height. This is what makes more people want to use stilts.

When you buy jumping stilts you need to do a little research so that you know what the brands are, what each brand offers, what spring weights are available and what is weight is best suited for, plus what safety garb is required to keep you safe when you mount you jumping stilts for the very first time. Funny enough, that is generally when people get hurt, when they first mount their stilts and land abruptly. Because of this, most retail stores who specialize in sporting equipment recommend that protective wear be purchased when the stilts are bought. This makes good sense, as most people are anxious to try them out soon as they get home. Most retail stores also have free videos for their customers to watch about stilts and safety equipment. It is always wise to take something that is offered free! So, when you buy jumping stilts also purchase a helmet, some pad for your knees and elbows, and some wrist guards. These are the basic requirements, but it might be wise to add some shin protectors too.

Because using jumping stilts can also be dangerous, you cannot buy them if you are under the age of eighteen without a parent or guardian being present with you in the store. When you buy jumping stilts, you assume all risks of injury and death, because you are a consenting adult and using them at your own risk, so with this in mind it is not likely to smart to buy used ones or ones in discount stores as they could have fault or be of less quality. Buy what you can afford, and get the best that you can buy.