You must site your trampoline on relatively even ground. It does not have to be like a bowling green, but all the legs must be in contact with the ground. A leg hanging in mid air will cause the frame to twist as the bouncer lands, and cause springs to over stretch.
The frame and jumping bed of a correctly positioned trampoline will lie evenly with no ‘twist’ to it. On sloping ground it is possible to level your trampoline by digging a small trench into which the uphill leg base …

There are pros and cons when considering to sink the trampoline into the ground. The trampoline is less visible and it provides easy access on and off the trampoline. If anyone was to fall from the trampoline the height is reduced. Decide whether you want the trampoline just above or flush with the ground. It is difficult for air underneath compressed by bouncing to escape through the tight mesh of a polypropylene jumping bed. This affects and inhibits the bounce.
The options are either:
To set the trampoline bed 6″ …

After you have bought and assembled the trampoline it is essential to look after it to make the best of your investment. A high quality trampoline will easily last 10 years.
If you followed our advice in the Choosing a Trampoline section then your frame and springs will be fully waterproof and have no trouble in standing up to the rigour of an inclement winter. If you are subject to high winds, however, you should definitely invest in a tie down kit.
A cover placed on the trampoline will prevent leaves and …

Trampolines are a wonderful thing, I don’t know if you have noticed but in the last few years more and more people are getting a trampoline for their backyard. My neighbor got one a few years ago and every time his kids would come and visit the grandchildren would spend most of their time on the trampoline or in its environment.
We usually think of trampolines as a fun outdoor amusement item for children. In fact, trampolines provide fantastic exercise through their ability to sustain target heart rates while remaining gentle …