water vs. sand Can the slam man be filled with perhaps water instead of sand?
1453731
In the manual it isnt recommended since the slam man does have electrical equitment on it but it doesn't seem to be reachable from the base still it should really be notied that it isnt recommended by the manufacturer.
617540
Both, the hole is about the size of of a silver dollar though, so it will take longer than dropping a water hose and filling.
1453732
I tried it both ways. When filled with water it does not provide sufficient weight and Slam Man moves around a lot when you hit him. Sand works much better
1453733
Wouldn't hurt to try water first. It's a HECK of alot easier to dump the water than the sand. You may want to put it on a rubber mat to help stabalize it.
1453734
What about for a small woman? I am 5'4 120lbs? I only hear about guys knocking it around with sand. Do you think it will still move with water with someone my size?
2169369
Not that I've seen... and as a matter of fact I left it out in the rain and I can't figure out how to get the water out of the bottom. I would still recommend this one..it didn't take my son long at all to figure out he couldn't pull up on it...I kind of think even with sand..they'd still tip over with a cart. I buy everybody's kid this for their 1st bday because I love it so much.
1822026
I wouldn't. Full of water and needs to be lowered all the way and then becomes top heavy even when loaded with water. He might drop it on himself.
67185
The problem with "play sand" is that, although it's perfect for filling the Slam Man, it's VERY expensive!
1052344
I don't see why not. The property may be a bit different (lessening the movement of the kenetic sand possibly) but the plus would it would be better for building. The Sands Alive! would also be lighter in color, but seems to me the blending would be fine. Neither of them dry out.
1257012
The sand is not provided. You can either add sand OR water. I added water to mine, and it works great.
654921
It's got a plastic exterior, but it's ready to go- foam or whatnot is inside already. I'd fill with sand though rather than water- much less risk if you've got rowdy kids, and attacking this thing often gets outta hand :)
1184823
No I do not see how. It is an air hole where water would leak out and too small to get sand in.
2280680
The kit we sell is the entry level sand set. Your suggestion is a good one and I will ask the manufacturer to see if they can do just that. Thanks for the question...
1869473
yes. But this is not a good product. Mine came with a bunch of air inside which makes the sand get trapped and not work.
349814
Yes. You need to fill the base with water or sand. We bought ours in September and it's the same exact style and brand from my son's Tae Kwon Do school where there are many amazing black belts who practice on this equipment every day.
880410
Yes you can put sand in it. You can put water, marbles, dried beans, etc. in it.
1187403
yes you can do water on both sides our granddaughter loves it has it for over a year now. We don't do sand she just plays in the water. Fills a water can and waters plants so cute.
2229940
The sacks do not come filled. You have to buy the sand seperately and fill them. Enjoy!
1255869
It is not , that would be a nice feature. I believe there is a different version that is meant to be played with in water.
1385515
I would think not. It doesn't like wet things. It won't pick up fine dirt completely so sand is probably the same. You could try it if you get a return guarantee.
1759629
i put sand it makes it more stable , just use only three bags , but is just because is for my wife ,and shes only punching the bag to do exercise from her heart operation,so if you want to beat the bag real good i would put at least, four bags,but sand is better than water,Benny.