Available at: AlleyOop Dealers, and JumpSport.com

Trampoline
The AlleyOop VariableBounce frame is made of heavy duty steel tubing, a full 2.0 mm thick. This, together with the durable galvanized and then green powder coated frame, give it a top notch appearance. The springs are 8.25” long and tapered. The pads feature 1” thick closed cell foam, and come with a very durable PVC cover. We were quite impressed with the weight of these AO pads and found them to be 2 to 3X heavier than pads on other 14’ round trampolines.

Safety Enclosure
One of the more notable features of the enclosure is the signature overlapping entry door. This allows jumpers to easily enter and exit the trampoline, without having to worry about closing a zipper or fussing with snaps or clips. The net itself is a large aperture design, made from a high quality weave that is strong yet soft to the touch. The safety enclosure is well integrated with the trampoline, making the pole installation a snap. One of the innovative features is the ball cap design, which not only provides protection against injury from the user, but provides a handy connection point for the top strap that supports the net. It is important to follow the installation instructions closely, since the placement and adjustment of the net is key. The installation involved weaving several bungees and nylon straps to attach the net, which is time consuming but relatively easy. Our testing showed that this design held up well under the most demanding impacts. The enclosure netting and poles worked together to absorb the energy of impact, and direct the jumper back onto the mat. Due to the massive frame, even a hard impact had little risk of tipping the trampoline.

Conclusion
The AlleyOop VariableBounce trampoline gives you great quality, comfort and safety. The price for this system is very reasonable when you consider the quality of the product and the warranty extended by the manufacturer. Overall, we’d recommend this trampoline to anyone who is buying a trampoline for a family with older children or a mix of light and heavy jumpers.