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| Flybar 800 Pogo Stick | 
 enlarge | Brand: Flybar
Category: Sports
List Price: $249.99
Buy New: $179.00
You Save: $70.99 (28%)
Buy New from $179.00
Avg. Customer Rating:  (47 reviews)
Sales Rank: 1588
Media: Sports
Age: 12 - 83.25 years
Maximum Weight Recommendation (lbs): 180
Size: 3 Feet-5 Feet
Shipping Weight (lbs): 16
Dimensions (in): 6 x 17 x 42
MPN: 800
Model: 800
UPC: 025543080005
EAN: 0025543080005
ASIN: B000G1C99S
Release Date: September 10, 2006
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Customer Reviews:
 FLYBAR 1200 ASSEMBLY May 5, 2007
6 out of 7 found this review helpful
I BOUGHT A FLYBAR 1200 AND FOLLOWED ALL DIRECTIONS IN THE MANUAL. WHEN I PLACED THE ALUMINUM FLYBAR COVER OVER THE MECHANISM, THE HOLES ALIGNED PERFECTLY ON THE PEDAL SIDES, BUT THE HOLES ON THE ENDS DID NOT LINE UP. I STARTED THE FOUR BOLTS ON THE PEDAL SIDES AND THEN TRIED TO INSTALL THE TWO END BOLTS. I STRIPPED THE TWO END BOLTS AND DAMAGED THE FEMALE THREADS ON THE ASSEMBLY. THE FLYBAR COMPANY IMMEDIATELY SENT ME A BRAND NEW 1200 WITH THE FOLLOWING ADDITION TO THE ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS - BEFORE YOU INSTALL THE SIX COVER BOLTS, LOOSEN THE FOUR BOLTS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE MAIN UNIT A FEW TURNS. THIS ALLOWS ALL SIX COVER HOLES TO MATCH, AND ALLOWS THE INSTALLATION OF THE BOLTS WITHOUT THREAD DAMAGE. REMEMEBER NOT TO FORCE ANYTHING. AFTER THE SIX COVER BOLTS ARE TIGHTENED, SECURE THE FOUR BOTTOM BOLTS. THIS CHANGE IN PROCEDURE IS NOT LISTED IN THE INSTRUCTIONS. FOLLOW THIS METHOD OF ASSEMBLY AND YOU WILL NOT HAVE ANY TROUBLE GETTING THE 1200 READY TO FLY. WHEN I WAS YOUNG, I USED A POGO STICK FOR TRANSPORTATION. THE FLYBAR IS IN A CLASS FAR AHEAD OF ANY OTHER POGO STICK I HAVE EVER SEEN. IT IS SO MUCH FUN TO USE AND IT IS GREAT EXERCISE. FIVE STARS TO THE FLYBAR AND THE PRODUCT SUPPORT THAT GOES ALONG WITH THE SALE. THANK YOU AND ENJOY THE VIEW. NOW FOR THAT UNICYCLE......
this is a great product March 16, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I bought a flybar 800 a few months ago and its the coolest thing ever. You can jump super high on it, and the people that work for flybar are awesome. i emailed them when my ruuber tip broke, and they responded a few hours later and sent me a new one for free.
Some detailed impressions February 20, 2007
13 out of 13 found this review helpful
Ahhh, the ridicule I get for writing a few pogo stick reviews... but these things really are fun.
I find that the best pogo stick reviews and discussions can be found at the xpogo website forum. You'll find comments from people who have tested all the pogo sticks and provided honest, critical feedback. So take a look at recent reviews at xpogo before buying any pogo stick.
I own a Flybar 1200, which I love (See my review). If I was in the market for another pogo stick, I'd check out Vurtego, Motostik, and Power Pogo products, among others.
At xpogo, there's a long thread on the Flybar 800, with reasonable reviews starting around Sept 20, 2006. The 800 seems to be great if you are under 120-135 Lbs. I'm a bit over that, which means that it isn't for me, unfortunately. The 800 is smaller and lighter than the Flybar 1200, which reportedly makes it more controllable. There was a problem with surgical-tubing-like bands ("thrusters") breaking which may be under control. Flybar (SBI) offers remarkably good customer service, so they are likely to address any problems you have.
Keep in mind that pogo sticks have changed since the old days. The new technologies are actually kind've interesting. The Motostik has a spring, and is reminiscent of the Master and GG sticks of the old days. It is pretty quiet, which might be a plus. The FB 1200 and 800 use elastomere "thrusters" that provide a sling-shot like bounce. The Vurtego and Power Pogo products feel a bit like a rubber ball bouncing. You adjust them as if you were inflating a ball. So if you want to drop big $$ on a pogo stick, take a look at what is out there. There's a very, very good chance you'll choose a Flybar, but be aware of your options.
I think that a pogo stick renaissance is just around the corner. And, I think it might be good for kids to bounce around on these things because all those heel strikes might affect calcium levels and actually strengthen bones. There's research linking heel strikes to calcium levels and bone strength. If these results hold up, then the pogo sticking as a child and teen may offer lifelong health benefits.
flybar 800 January 15, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This is one of the best pogo sticks on the market.you can go about 6 feet high,jump off of stairs.
jump high January 5, 2007
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Great pogo stick. bought for child that is 14. Lots of fun and great workout. Goes about 4 feet so need to be careful they will get hurt at times but no more than bike or skateboard. company customer service is great. Called up because rubber cap on pogo stick was coming apart. They sent me overnight new cap and nice t shirt for the trouble. Cannot beat that. Most warranty places put you through the ringer. Great stick and a lot of fun. By the way it looks good to.
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