| Choosing the perfect summer gift can be tricky, | | | | weather, it would be wise to consider methods of |
| especially when considering a garden toy for a UK | | | | securing outdoor trampolines, in order to ensure it |
| summer. Trampoline popularity as a summer | | | | doesn't get blown away in typically bad British |
| garden toy is on the increase; children love them | | | | summer weather. Such measures could also help |
| and adults enjoy the exercise benefits - after all, | | | | guard against theft. |
| it is an Olympic sport. | | | | Look at the details of the trampoline and try to |
| However, buying a trampoline for the first time | | | | avoid trampolines with fewer springs, to ensure |
| can be tricky. What size trampoline should you | | | | good performance and longevity. Check the pad |
| choose? Should you get an indoor or outdoor | | | | material and coating - will it provide maximum |
| trampoline? Will you get value for money? What | | | | protection without melting in the sun? Trampoline |
| safety precautions should you take? Is there | | | | frames are usually well galvanised so won't rust or |
| room for a garden trampoline? | | | | break. Consider setting and securing the frame in |
| When choosing a trampoline, first consider its use. | | | | a hole to reduce the falling distance and place |
| While you may have four children it isn't | | | | cushioning material around the trampoline site. |
| recommended that more than one child use the | | | | Trampolines are not dangerous toys. Injuries are |
| trampoline at any given time, in order to reduce | | | | generally caused by the behaviour of those using |
| the risk of accidents. Think about the age of your | | | | the trampolines. Trampoline safety nets and |
| children and choose a size that will still be right for | | | | surrounds are usually sold separately but some |
| them in a few years time. | | | | are now included in the price. These are worth |
| Another factor to consider is where in the garden | | | | the extra expense if sold separately to ensure |
| the trampoline will be placed. Wherever possible | | | | peace of mind. |
| you should ensure there are no obstructions in | | | | Trampolines have the potential to provide hours |
| the way which could be bounced into, such as | | | | of fun and exercise. With many varieties on offer |
| overhanging tree branches or washing lines. The | | | | from baby trampolines for toddlers to bounce on |
| trampoline should also be situated on a level area | | | | to sporty garden trampolines for Olympic |
| of ground. | | | | enthusiasts, picking the right trampoline is key to |
| Given the unpredictability of the British summer | | | | choosing the best gift for summer. |