Jumping Stilts are also known as Powerbocking is the act of jumping and running, comparable to a recreational pursuit in which participants traverse urban structure by running, jumping, vaulting, rolling (parkour), with elastic-like spring-loaded stilts. Some individuals consider it an inordinate sport, for many more it is a type of exercise or even a an agency of artistic gesture. The use of the stilts to perform extreme jumping, running and acrobatics is known as 'Bocking' or 'PowerBocking' after the inventor .The jumping stilts were originally patented by Alexander B�ck, from Germany (European Patent EP 1 196 220 B1 on July 02, 2003, US Patent No. 6,719,671 B1 on April 13, 2004, both with a priority date of July 20, 1999), as Powerskips. The name of "PowerBocks" is derived from Mr. B�ck's name.The authentic Powerskips are deemed to be a brand for professional and serious fan use. Another type of professional brand is Velocity Stilts.
There are four main companies producing a lower cost powerbocks for hobbyists. Fly Jumpers, PoweriZers (now also called PowerStriders) and Pro Jumps are some of the several diverse sellers of similar models produced by one manufacturer in China called Flying Locust. Poweriser brand powerbocks are manufactured in Korea. 7 League Boots are manufactured by an Austrian company and have the highest cost of the non-pro brands. The fourth manufacturer is called Skyrunner, which does not compensate proceeds to Alexander B�ck and is illegal in copyright-protected countries.Individual boot includes a foot pad with snowboard type bindings, foot-plate and a fibreglass leaf spring. Using only their weight, and small number maneuver, the user is generally able to jump 3�5 ft (1�1.5 meters) off the ground and run up to 20 mph (32 km/h). The jumping stilts also give the capability to take up to 9 foot strides.[1]
Jumping Stilts are known by many names including: Flying Jumpers, Powerisers, Powerskips, Velocity Stilts, Flyjumpers, 7 League Boots, SkyRunner, Pro-Jumps, and Powerbock Jumping stilts exemplify the ultimate power and speed for the X-generation for the unsurpassable adventure and fun . Jumping Stilts will enable you to fulfill magnificent athletic act of endurance : racing at the speed of light, jumping and hoping higher than it could humanely possible. An individually designed Jumping Stilts derive the advantage on energy that is normally wasted in everyday movements. When you walk, you lift your foot and move it forward; the descending force of gravity moves your foot back to the ground. Now, the spring in these stilts saves that energy and bounces your foot right back up in the air on the next step. This accumulated energy can give you sensation of a devine power: to run speedy and jump higher than you yet ever envisioned.The main features of the Jumping Stilts
- Made with stout metal springs
- heightens your natural muscle strength
- Includes sturdy plastic buckle straps for safety and comfort
- Flexible height to fit leg length
- Delivers cardiovascular workout with core stability exercise
- Capability to jump up to six feet high
- Makes stalks over nine feet wide
- Run at the velocity of up to 20 miles an hour
- No batteries or power supplies needed
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