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Offline Marx

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« on: September 24, 2008, 11:41:45 PM »
I have been looking at buying these for some time, I am pretty much aware that when you start off it takes a couple of hours to get any good at walking and then a day or three to get to running.

I guess I should ask do you guys think its worth buying a set?

I weigh 12 stones, 6 foot tall...

Which kind do you guys recommend for the most effective springing height.
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Offline Bbmthbloke

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Re: Waves
« Reply #1 on: September 25, 2008, 01:35:20 AM »
Quote from: Marx on September 24, 2008, 11:41:45 PM
I have been looking at buying these for some time, I am pretty much aware that when you start off it takes a couple of hours to get any good at walking and then a day or three to get to running.

I guess I should ask do you guys think its worth buying a set?




not realy as prety wel every1 here is biased in favour, i kinda dont think you will get the most objective of answers

But hi and welcome and where r u?
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Offline Marx

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Re: Waves
« Reply #2 on: September 25, 2008, 02:21:00 AM »
Thats probably true I guess the real question is if I do shell out 150 quid for gear how do I make sure I get the most bounce for my cash? based on my weight, I know I read about 20 kg's above my weight. Is that right?
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« Reply #3 on: September 25, 2008, 06:39:08 AM »
Sounds like you've check the forum out and know the basics .  :)
Some people pick it up quicker then others but the longer you practice the better you'll get.
20Kg is a good idea but you'll find it hard to start bouncing but once you've started you'll be glad of the extra power.
£150 may sound a lot but most people use them more than just at weekends and last well over a year so it works out at lease than £2.50 a week which we will all say is well worth it  :thumbs:
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Offline Athoul

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Re: Waves
« Reply #4 on: September 25, 2008, 08:08:12 AM »
In my experience learning to walk can range from 1 or 2 minutes upto about 1/2 an hour.

At 12 stone aka 76.2kg you should be looking at M100 springs in my opinion, these may take you a bit longer to get the technique right to get good bouncing but when you do you will be able to get better height than if you had gone with a weaker spring.

Also where abouts are you from, there may be people local to you
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Re: Waves
« Reply #5 on: September 25, 2008, 11:35:00 PM »
I'm from the Grimsby/cleethorpes in the uk.

Thx for the advice much appreciated...
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Offline rickbicker26

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« Reply #6 on: September 26, 2008, 08:42:59 AM »
theres chris in grimsby/cleethorpes he might let u have a go if u can ever find him... or failing that if u got to lincoln 11th october theres gym meet where someone will definitely let u have a go on them
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Offline acroair

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« Reply #7 on: September 26, 2008, 08:46:09 AM »
YE AT LAST! somebody who lives near me lol.  I live in grimsby ,and can be found bouncing up and down the sea front.

So if u want any help or a meet up  just pm me or    cshaws@hotmail.com     drop me a line .

And will be attending the lincoln meet , if you want a lift . will meet lots of starnge people !
speak soon    

chris
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Offline Locky

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Re: Waves
« Reply #8 on: September 26, 2008, 12:28:35 PM »
who u calling strange!
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Dark Knight

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« Reply #9 on: September 26, 2008, 12:40:15 PM »
Quote from: Locky on September 26, 2008, 12:28:35 PM
who u calling strange!
Probably me  :woohoo:
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Offline Locky

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« Reply #10 on: September 26, 2008, 02:09:32 PM »
lol DK
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Offline acroair

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« Reply #11 on: September 26, 2008, 03:35:45 PM »
LOL was a good strange , not pointed at anyone .

And DK you not strange just  SPECIAL  LOL .

see u at lincoln.

chris
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Offline Marx

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« Reply #12 on: September 26, 2008, 10:24:43 PM »
Well how about that...

I dunno, though I mean I am not a big fan of falling over, let alone from such a height. Although look like an ass load of fun.

My problem is I am reckless...  :Dark_Knight:

Although I have the cash to by them outright...
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Offline Charlie B

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Re: Waves
« Reply #13 on: September 27, 2008, 10:45:29 AM »
get involved and put a real big grin on your face  :laugh:

I am just over 12 stone and have 90kg springs which seems to work. Though I do agree that going 20k over your weight works. You will quickly learn the technique then be glad of the extra resistance. Also have a feeling that you will not break springs quite as easily so get longer use for your£

The Lincoln meet on 11th is indoors with mats so falling should not hurt.

If you wear the right kit and fall properly falling over does not hurt. i only have difficulty with getting up ! ;D

In my expereince all people on bocks are very supportive of each other and somewhat mad. Including the special one
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Offline Marx

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Re: Waves
« Reply #14 on: September 27, 2008, 09:08:22 PM »
How much is admittance.
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