How necessary is a perfectly flat yard? I have a relatively flat yard; however, I have a few areas of slight slope.
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my yard has some slope to it also. I use the slope to my advantage, I put the pool end on the slope so it's easier to empty the pool water at the end of the day. I have maybe a 15-20 degree slope so it's not an issue, but I would think 45 degree might be a little tricky. so in short it's not an issue.
495871
Sounds similar to my yard. I've experimented a bit with placement and found that placing it on a gentle slope with the back (slide end) downhill and the front (pool end) uphill is best. Placing it this way allows for more water to collect in the pool which adds to the fun. Doing it the opposite way makes the slides a bit faster, but the water drains out the front lip quicker and results in a shallower pool. So, if the slope is truly slight, you'll be fine; or, in my opinion, a bit better off.
495872
Hi. Thanks for reading our reviews. A slight slope is no problem. Our yard has about a 5% slope, and we point the orange pool edge uphill so that it captures a little more water before it begins to run over the top.
495873
My yard is at a slight slope and I have a gopher digging in my yard all the time; so it is not necessary to have a flat yard or even a level yard. The water pools slightly on one side in our yard but it does not interfere with any of the jumper/slides features. This is a fun and useful jumper; we have used it for four parties and too many play dates to count. It is holding up extremely well with 30 plus uses and storage in a outside plastic yard box. Remember to dry it as completely as possible before storing. Have fun....
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My yard has slight slope too and I love the fact that I can have one end of the pool deeper and the other end shallower. As long as it is mostly flat, it's fine. You can also angle it so that the front where the landing area is go towards the slope. That way most water is pulled towards that side and out from the bounce house. The slide might be faster too. You don't want the bounce house / slide section to be on slope because a lot more water can get inside the internal inflated area, thus it takes more time to dry it.
538887
It is slightly flat but I would put it close to the edge as possible. I love this it is an attention getter!
1377069
I would say yes you need a foundation or something relatively flat. I could not get mine to align and could not get the roof panels to close all the way. I ended up returning the whole shed.
1898420
Not bad at all. My front yard was apparently created some 40 years ago by some guy with a dump truck dumping a load of dirt, some other guy indifferently raking the dirt around, years of moles, city work crews and time digging, slumping, and in general just creating a semi-natural mess. Heck, it even included, at one time, for its careful leveling neighbors who invited their drunk friends over to drive on it (a time thankfully passed--Good Neighbors, now). So, my front yard is NOT "even ground". I like how the mower works on it. YMMV, but then I don't know how you want your lawn to look after mowing. Mine will never look like a putting green, but I neither expect or want it to.
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A flat surface would be preferable. You need to fill the base with sand or water for stability.A SLIGHT hill shouldn't make it impossible to play just maybe a little more challenging! It's a fun game. This particular model is shorter than I expected, more suitable to kids height but adults can play too. Enjoy!
368257
I have this one and my yard is not level. I haven't had any issues with it.
2216327
This is stable . Since it is not square you should set up where the long dimension is in the slope direction.
949591
I just use a flat rock if I need something under my kickstand. We have a lot of flat rock here. ☺
414674
It is easier to go on an angle rather than straight up the hill. As long as the ground is smooth, the grass is dry and not too tall its not a problem. Turning is no problem at all due to its lightweight. We use it almost daily when dry in small sections at a time. The biggest problem is having to empty the bin frequently so we keep a large bucket handy to collect clippings and use as feed (or bedding when dried).
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Our yard is fairly flat so cannot answer with certainty. I'd assume the placement of the unit would be the thing, even if you had to place it on the ground. It would also depend on the amount of incline.
1766887
I personally haven't tried the pitching machine on a sloped yard, but after having the machine I wouldn't worry about a slight slope. The front base of the machine has 2 pointed things that you push in the ground. It digs in good and doesn't move when you're using the machine. You'll need to adjust the pitch based on the slope.
1898416
It handles slightly uneven terrain well. My yard has some big holes and a few slopes that it can take care of with little problem. I might have to go over a spot or two a second time hre and there, but over all no problems.
1658476
I don't have extreme curves to edge but my sidewalk is somewhat curved and I have no issues with it.
2246223
No. Not with that much to tend to. My yard area is only 20 ft x 50. Works great for me.
1118720
My yard is very small and a portion is hill... I got the 19" so I didn't have to make more passes. I love the 19" and even though it doesn't have any auto drive functionality - I have no trouble getting around the yard. I LOVE it!
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Quite well, only a little bit of guiding in the side to side direction needed. I tend to have it ride up on the pavement/curb more than off of it, but I edge very close, right along the edge of the lawn.
2169076
That's not needed if it's already level. If you want to smooth out the ground some sand leveled would do