Who's got Upwings, what are they like?

[Lukey]

Hello,

Theres been a bit of discussion about this recently, whos actually got a pair and how do they fare against other brands you may have had/tried previously. These are also known as (according to google search) Pro-Jump Elites, Redoxx, Upwingz, AirRunners - or maybe thats just to get more hits I dont know.

More info:
Text & Vids - http://www.xtremeimportz.com/UP-WING_jumping_stilts.html

Thanks,

[Locky]

As far as i know the already available upwingz are not exactly the same as projump elites, and that is why they have not been released yet.

[XarnuSonci]

well the already available versions are just what they're making now, projump isn't happy with what they're making now, so they keep asking for the changes they want, and once those are done they'll start selling them, but i'd be surprised if they actually made slightly different versions for different brands.

[Kiola]

i think because the amount there going to sell (iMO its going to be quite a few sets here in UK) the Manufacturer will gladly make a few little changes for Pro-Jump... thets hope there pretty good.. since weve waited soo long.

[badambomas]

well...i have airrunners and used to have what i think was the original first edition FL ones or sumtin like that....they were called moonjumpers!

i have a review written about them somewhere just do a search for airrunners!

hope this helps

cheers Badambomas

[gust]

a Speedjumper Redoxx review  - www.bouncing.at

[BackB0NE]

If I could get a pair of 2007 (advanced) poweriSers and 7 leagues to test, I could tell you how the upwings compare to them. However, I can only tell you how they compare to the poweriZers classic and pro.

The issues I have with the upwings, not in any order of preferences.

1. The foot pad. It is very thin and wears out quickly, the need for a soc is critical. Parts are very, very hard to come by at this time.

2. The foot plate design makes it very hard to add snowboard bindings.

3. For short people, under 5'6", adding flip flop mods is dangerous with the foot plate design, as your heel will slide back. The heel plate will be used up by the flip flop and your foot will slide back, potentianially giving a lot of slack to the toe binding and the ankle strap during use.

4. The lateral support on the calf culf is too soft. It flexes a bit too much. (Although with a mod, like a quick release strap that wraps all the way around the velcro straps and the plastic backing, its much more stable, over time does not seem to become an issue.)

5. The calf cuff tightening. It uses only one bolt to tighten the the cuff to the support bar. The support bar is metal, the cuff is plastic, they don't mix well. I think they should have at least two tightening bolts. I have slippage problems. I added tape below the plastic brackets to help prevent them from sliding down, but I can see they have travelled 1/8" still. I can't tighten anymore as I see hairline cracks in the plastic.

6. Currently in N.America parts are hard to come by and pretty much incompatable to other models.

Pros
1. weight, being less weight makes it a lot more responsive.
2. calf cuff, despite its weakness in the latteral support, versus fixed cuffs, you get less banging on the shins and you don't have to take your shoes off to get in and out. For performers, this is an important consideration.
3. less bulk, it's streamline design allows for better costumes.
4. A lot less squack and honk compared to the classic and pro.
5. Adjustable/fixed tilting foot plate.
6. Transporting, you can compact it.
6.1 The manual, it's actually readable english.

Compared to the classic and pro versions of the poweriZers (with a Z), I prefer the upwings. Compared to the other brands, I have no idea.

Currently, I can jump about 3 feet high, almost 1 meter (2 weight classes above my current. I am about 150lbs, or 70kg. I am using 90kg springs, I have yet to bottom out. With more experience and better technique, I believe I could get about 5-6 feet in my weight class.) Spring durability is a bit of an unknown.

I am willing to test the 2007 (Advanced) poweriSers. Ship it to me, with pre-paid return shipping, and give me 2 weeks to run it through the same evaluation.

If a re-seller won't take the the challenge. I can set up something to get the funds to purchase a 2007 model for testing purposes for the community's benefit. Kinda like Consumer Report in the U.S.

[Skip]

Theres also apparently bin touble with being to small for them, i was wondering also if there's a mod to replace the upwing footplate with the normal one......so then that would solve the crappy binding you get on some of the brands. So what does anyone think

[Bill C.]

Upwings aren't being manufactured anymore due to design problems.  I'd stay away from them.

[Skip]

Upwings aren't being manufactured anymore due to design problems.  I'd stay away from them.

Really what about Pro-jumps....no updates have been sent to terminate the up and coming release day of there elite versions.

[Sprog]

Really what about Pro-jumps....no updates have been sent to terminate the up and coming release day of there elite versions.

Actually....
http://www.projumpforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=2244.0;topicseen

Hi there

The Elites advertised on the forum and on the site are no longer going to be brought in due to minor design flaws, you should be able to find old threads on this topic if you search on the forum. The preorder page can still be found here http://www.pro-jump.co.uk/sitepage/Register-for-Pro-Jump-Elites.html

The manufacturer is working on a similar model and we are hoping these will be available at some point soon, however it is quite a few months away now and I wouldnt want to name a time.

If you register your interest as soon as the new versions become available someone will email you and updates will be on the forum as well.

Hope this helps.

[Locky]

Upwings aren't being manufactured anymore due to design problems.  I'd stay away from them.

Who didnt see that coming....about 8 months ago lol