Well, I don’t think the military was too far off when they came out with the slogan “Be all that you can be” because with jumping stilts that quickly becomes a physical reality. For years now, the military has known about these stilts and their ability to enhance a soldier’s performance in the field. Although the military only tested these jumping stilts, and never actually used them too much, they discovered that a soldier using them could easily maintain an average speed of twenty-three miles per hour over a quarter of a mile, while chasing a military quad runner.

Today jumping stilts are being used for extreme sports as well, with many military personal stepping in on their own time for some of the action. Yes there is a risk, but then again isn’t that what extreme sports are all about, taking the gamble, challenging the risk, and accomplishing the impossible. When you buy jumping stilts, the first thing you are going to notice is the height of the footholds. Most stilts foot holds are about seventeen inches off the ground, which makes mounting them for the newbie somewhat of a challenge. To do this you require a rock and stand application or a ledge around the same level to mount. Another trick a newbie might be interested is an assistant to help them up and make sure they are stable, which is always a good idea as it is at this crucial first attempt stage that many injuries, scraps, and bumps have occurred.

If you buy jumping stilts you should buy the entire protection garb that goes with it including wrist wraps, tapes, kneepads, elbow pads, and the best helmet you can afford to buy; after all, a brain is an important thing to damage. Like all products, jumping stilts are safe is used within recommended guidelines, but when used improperly they can be a danger to all. Researching the product is a good place to start and reading up or viewing as many videos as possible is probably another good idea. You also need to understand that when you are purchasing these you are assuming one hundred percent of the responsibility for any damages or injuries you sustain during the use of them. These jumping stilts come in all shapes, sizes, names, brands, and each has a weight spring requirement, so be sure your spring assembly is designed for your weight level. This is extremely important as a spring that is too light could compress to far and snap, causing some serious hurt.