Zip Line Kits
If you get a zip line kit you can be up and running in less than an hour. A kit is designed for easy set-up and comes with clear directions. Many people say a zip line kit gives kids hours of healthy, outdoor fun, while improving strength, athletic skills and self-esteem. A zip line kit is an amazing birthday present. It is one of the best outdoor toys available and will be a huge hit for the whole neighborhood. Zip line kits are intended for residential use. There are three common zip line kits for different ages and lengths of wire. Use the table to determine which kit is best for you.
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Fun Ride Classic |
Fun Ride Deluxe |
Fun Ride Super Z |
| Length |
Up to 35 feet |
Up to 70 feet |
Up to 90 feet |
| Maximum Weight |
100 pounds |
225 pounds |
250 pounds |
| Target Age |
5 - 12 years |
8 years to adult |
8 years to adult |
| Cable |
Stranded Steel |
Stranded Steel |
Extra Strong Stranded Steel |
| Platform Design Plans |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Cable Tensioning Device |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Deluxe Fun Ride™ Zip Line Kit. This kit contains a 70-foot steel-stranded cable and a weather and impact resistant plastic casing. Assembly is easy and can be done in less than an hour. Connect the cable between two anchors such as trees, then connect the trolley to the cable and you're ready to go. The weight limit is up to 225 pounds. This zip line kit is great for kids and young adults ages 8 years old and older. It has easy to hold handgrips. Included in this kit is a mounting platform design plan. The Deluxe Fun Ride provides a cable tensioning device. All parts and instructions required for assembly are included. The kit comes with a one year limited manufacturer's warranty. Basic common tools such as pliers and screwdriver are not included.
Super Z Fun Ride™ Zip Line Kit This zip line kit uses super strong plastic and is able to carry riders up to 250 pounds. The heavy duty steel-stranded aircraft cable is 94-feet long, allowing for a ride between 40 and 90 feet. All parts and hardware required for assembly are included in the kit. The kit comes with clear instructions plus plans for setting up a mounting platform. This zip line kit provides a ride with a consistent speed and a gradual stop when properly installed. The Super Z Fun Ride zip line kit is recommended for ages 8 years and older.
Swing Seat:
Spring Swing w/ Disk Seat This is an award-winning outdoor and backyard toy that allows swings to bounce. Kids enjoy all the fun of traditional swings plus a new, smooth, safe bouncing motion at the same time! Use the same as any ordinary swing. Designed and engineered with the most advanced state-of-the-art compression spring technology, and meet or exceed ASTM standard consumer safety performance specification for home and public use playground equipment. Easy to set up and attaches quickly and securely to any adequate tree limb or swing set support beam. All necessary components are included to assemble the seat. For ages 3-8 years 30- 70 pounds for best bounce and safety tested to 600 pounds.
Zip Line Kit Videos:
The classic Fun Ride zip line kit in action.
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Classic zip line kit set up between two trees.
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The Super Z Fun Ride zip line kit set up in the woods.
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Deluxe Fun Ride zip line kit launched from a platform.
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Zipline Kit
Zip Line Kits
Ready to go and easy to assemble kits for home use.
Zipline_Kits.html
Backyard Zip Line
You can buy a ready-made version or make your own.
Backyard_Zipline.html
Build a Zip Line
Describes in detail the building of a zipline.
Build_Zipline.html
Zip Line Equipment
Supplies you'll need to set up your own zip line.
Zipline_Equipment.html
Zip Line Construction
Make the customized parts for your zipline project.
Zipline_Construction.html
Zip Line Safety
Covers aspects of safety, maintenance and inspection for home ziplines.
Zipline_Safety.html
Zip Line Trolley
Three popular double wheel zip line trolleys.
Zipline_Trolley.html
Additional Reading:
Ropes Course Safety Manual
Kendall Hunt Pub Co
An Instructor’s Guide to Initiatives, and Low and High Elements.
http://www.betterworldbooks.com/
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