When time comes to the end of the summer, there is not much time for the cool water sports in some places. What else can we do for amusement when the water parks are not available? Don't worry, let's introduce you to the exciting zorbing sport! Probably most families have no idea what is zorbing. But we can say that, everyone will love this activity after reading this article.

1. What is Zorbing?

When it comes to the sport of zorbing, you must know the zorb ball first. Zorb balls are giant inflatable plastic balls, usually double-layered, one smaller ball inside another, also called human hamster ball. Some people may have seen a double-layered water ball in the water parks or the seaside, that's a water zorb ball. Be attention, the zorb balls are double-layered, the area between two balls filled with high pressure air to help absorb the ground impacts. Single-layered inflatable balls are usually the water walking balls.

The outer ball of a zorb ball is normally 10ft in diameter and the inner ball is typically 6-7ft. That means one or several persons can walk inside this giant ball. And zorbing is a kind of sport that people rolling downhill on a slope with this giant zorb balls. There are different types of zorb balls for different plays. Some zorb balls have harnesses and straps that hold the rifer in place, this kind usually only one rider is allowed. Other zorb balls without the harnesses and straps, people can roam and jump inside the ball freely, they can walking inside to roll the ball for fun.

2. Where can I play this zorb ball?

If this is your first time to do zorbing, you can practice it on a flat ground to learn how to control this zorb ball. If you want to enjoy some stimulation, you can rolling down on lands with hills or slopes. In winter, you can also play it on snowy hills. If there are no natural hills, the zorbing companies sometimes build ramps made of inflatable, wood or metal materials. In addition, like we said above, you can also use it on the water, practice your water walking on the sea, lakes or swimming pools.

3. Are there any restrictions on zorbing sports?

Yes, there are a series of restrictions and rules on zorbing due to this sport is slightly extreme. In general, people who suffer of high blood pressure, heart conditions, epilepsy or have back or neck problems, and pregnant women are not recommended to play zorbing.

For a harness zorbing experience, the minimum age is 12, maximum weight is 100kg per person and a minimum height of 4.5ft. For a free water walking zorbing sport, the minimum age goes down to 7, and young kids should go inside the zorb ball with parents or grown up guardian. All participants must not be under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Let’s keep it safe and fun for everyone!

4. Why people love zorbing?

First of all, zorbing a great and fun outdoor activity. More and more families choose to enjoy an exciting zorbing for the weekend. A best outdoor sport you can do with your family members and friends. Second, this sport is new and different, it's cool and give you extra show-off points when you talking about it with your colleagues and friends.

In addition, it's also very safe. You don't have to worry about going too fast, the inflatable zorb balls are especially designed to absorb all the bumps from the tracks. The material used for zorb balls is also high durable and wear-resistant, double layers give you double protection. And you can also choose the harness to secure yourself. All you need to do is follow the operator's safety recommendations and enjoy the ride.

5. Some interesting zorbing Guinness World Records.

Do you know the fastest speed of zorbing in the world? It's achieved by Keith Kolver from New Zealand, who managed to reach 32 miles per hours (or 52km/h) and became the fastest “human hamster” in the world. And the world record for the longest distance zorbing in a single roll was created by Steve Camp from South Africa, the total distance is 1870ft (or 570m). These world records seem to have rooms for improvement and you may be able to break it.

We also found that the world's first zorbing "marathon" took place in the summer of 2016 in London. You can pay attention to second competition or other worldwide zorbing events if you are interested. This means that the popularity of zorbing in the world is growing day by day.

Now you know what is zorbing and what you need to do zorbing. Sunjoy Inflatables is a professional manufacturer provides a variety of giant inflatable zorb balls, custom sizes and colors for any zorbing events and businesses.