FAQs


NOTE: ALL TRAMPOLINE USE SHOULD BE SUPERVISED. SEE WARNINGS WRITTEN ON THE flotation TUBE AND IN YOUR INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE USE. 

Q. How do I inflate and deflate the water trampoline?

A. You will need a shop vac. or strong power inflator.  Many marina areas have compressed air, but you will need to deflate with a power unit, sucking out the air until the product is flat. We sell a power inflator for this purpose.

Q. How big a boat do I need to move the water trampoline?

A. It doesn't require very much horse power to pull. 5 hp is the minimum required to move a water trampoline.

Q. How do I store my water trampoline when summer is over?

A. Power deflate and wipe down with 303 Protectant before storing (available at your local boat store or upon request from Aqua Sports). Store in a dry storage bin or wrap in a plastic tarp and tie with a rope, and store in a dry place.

Q. How do I anchor the Island Hopper™ once I have it set up and on the water?

A. Your Island Hopper™ has D-ring attachments around the outside and on the inside. (see photos) You can simply drop a marine anchor down and tie off to the D-ring. This method makes it easier to move your trampoline at a moment's notice. If you want to anchor to a permanent underwater mooring, drop the lines down from the D-rings on the inside of the tube, (under the jump surface) so as to keep the lines out of the way of the swimmers. 

Q. How do I repair a small hole in my flotation tube? 

A. It is as easy to repair a hole as it was with your bike tires when you were a kid. Every unit comes with a repair kit included. Follow the instructions in your owner's manual or call Aqua Sports for details. 

Q. What do I do in the Winter with my trampoline?  

A. We recommend you deflate and store your flotation tube when you're done playing in the Fall. Do not leave it exposed in the cold during the winter months. Simply deflate and fold it into a tarp or bag. We also suggest you treat it with 303 protection or UV Tech before you put it to bed for the winter.

Q. I'm having trouble inflating my tube - I think the valve is broken". "What do I do?  

A. Often it seems a valve is not working when it is. Please see our "Valve and Inflation" page.

NOTE: Most questions are answered in our owner's manual that comes with all our products.

WATER TRAMPOLINES AND WATER BOUNCERS ARE DIFFERENT

A water trampoline has a jump surface supported by a steel frame and trampoline springs. A water bouncer has a jump surface supported by a spring-less interlocking webbing connected from the floatation tube to the jump surface.

A water trampoline can support heavier loads on the jump surface and will provide
a higher jump than a water bouncer. All Island Hopper™ water trampolines are made of 1000 denier “reinforced” PVC material and are recommended for commercial
operations. Unlike the bouncer, a water trampoline requires assembling the framed jump surface. This will take about 30 minutes additional set-up time.

A water bouncer is a great family recreational product and costs less then a water trampoline. It will support a good amount of weight and will provide a short bounce. A bouncer does not require any assembly other then inflating and anchoring.  

To help our customers make an informed decision about which is the best product for your family needs, we have developed this comparison video.
For more  information call Aqua Sports at 1 800 893-9677