Hi, Can anyone please tell me if this hoop is padded or its made of plastic? And if it hurts your back? Thanks
526180
It's not padded. The padded ones are awful to use... I had the Gaian one. It does hurt your back at all, or at least not mine, it helped mine get better.
526181
It does hurt somewhat. It hurts my hip bones more than my back. It's not padded. It is wrapped in colored tape pieces similar to ribbon. The weight (2lbs.) offers a bit of a workout but it can be a little painful. Overall, I like it.
692792
Rim itself is made out of steel but the back board is made out some kind of plastic. If you try to dunk hard, it looks like the board will be break easily.
1145616
It's made of plastic. It does not have full range of motion. It is great as a prop or Halloween decoration but it you're looking for something anatomically correct or for a class then pass on this one.
986621
Very lil chance of shattering the backboard in my experience opinion. The hoops and backboards are in great condition after 3 months of constant use in league play with dunks throughout season.
67864
It is neither hard foam, or squishy beads. It is a medium-to-soft foam, much like memory foam, and the outside is wrapped in a cotton-like netting which adds coolness and comfort. I have spent many many many hours with this and my 17" laptop on my lap doing research and papers and homework for college, etc. and comfort was never an issue. Hope this helps!!
1111862
No it is just an open back. My kids love this hoop. They spend hours playing and the noise is not that bad. I guess maybe on the door you could put felt or something to in the area the back would hit. Hope this helps!
79512
It is not metal; however, It's a hard plastic. Your daughter would probably be uncomfortable with the existing hoop while riding rides or sitting. The hoop sits midway up the garment below thigh My granddaughter is short and husky for her 5 yrs. of age and the total length hits her at below knees (tea length) with hoop in. It can be easily removed. It is a thin material satin Suggest spraying to keep glitter (a lot) somewhat intact. Out of all the Disney princesses dresses which have them all some brand some not this is #2
620868
I don't think you will find a better mini hoop on the market. I host a march madness party every year and we have grown men (acting like 10 year olds) dunking on this thing. Granted, we don't hang on the rim but this goal is tuff.
269443
I bruised in the beginning but as I got better, that stopped. So, I hooped as often each day as I could for no more than a minute or so each time. I have emailed the company for some guidance and they have been very helpful. I really like it and can see the difference. Good luck
1235567
Truthfully, my husband and I don't notice the plastic being uncomfortable. By the time you go down, all the wait shifts and you are hanging comfortably. I imagine if there was some padding, it would feel better, but don't think cost would justify it. Hanging 20-30 min. is too long. I believe 10 min. more often would be better. My husband's herniated disk feels so much better as he inverts 7min. or so three times a day. He can't believe how much it helps his back get stretched to feel stronger!! Hope this helps! cw
1364868
Yes, it's plastic, but very smooth and flexible (also swivels). To get the "curls" out, you can dunk it in hot water, and then stretch it straight and run it under cold water immediately after the hot water dunk. I do this with all my circular cords and it works really well.
136506
Faith, I am so sorry but I cannot answer that question but I would be contacting the company as these hoops are really a tough piece of equipment and I cannot imagine how a piece could break. I would be thinking that they have to have at least a 1 yr warranty if not longer. Sorry that's all I can suggest.
1582943
It is a rigid plastic. I doesn't hurt my back. You can lay a thick blanket or a thick pillow between the surface and your back. If you hang upside down like I do, your back doesn't even touch the surface, because you are essentially hanging by your feet. I have had two back surgeries, but I love my hang-ups. It is relaxing and soothing. You won't regret purchasing it. It is a high quality product.
1559674
We haven't tried dunking yet (the kids are too young) but we think the hoop will last through high school. Its a solid backboard, sturdy, but the rim will bend if a high schooler hangs on it.
1509822
I never owned a bouncer, Fisher Price or otherwise, but the back has the firmness of a cardboard like sheet, with a layer of batting under a cloth. So it's not really deeply padded, but comfortable for my 18month old. She LOVES it.
635070
It is not glass, I think it is a plastic compound. I am heavy and it supports me with no problem.
464369
it's not very padded. It's very thin. It will keep limbs from poking out of bars, but won't cushion a head bonking on the rails.