The
Reinvention of Pogo Sticks
Pogo sticks in the past have
typically used a metal spring for
propulsion.
In order to achieve light weight, adjustability, and high
performance, Vurtego
has patented a
unique air-spring
propulsion system. Simply put, it works by
compressing air rather than steel. This is a
tremendous advantage over other pogo sticks because it is
very light and fully adjustable.
The
body of the Vurtego
pogo stick is a
thermoplastic cylinder which is also the compression
chamber for the air spring. It houses a piston and seal
that are attached to a stainless steel slider shaft that
extends out of the bottom of the pogo stick. A fill valve
in the top of the stick allows the rider to add air to the
cylinder to whatever pressure is desired. The higher the
air pressure, the stiffer the spring.
Vurtego
pogos come
completely assembled, but must be inflated with air before
use. This is easily done with a tire pump, or an air
compressor. Riders of all ages, weights, sizes, and
athletic abilities can use Vurtego
pogos by simply
adjusting the air pressure to the desired level for their
intended use. The following graphic appeared in the Los
Angeles Times and provides a visual description of how the
pogo works:
