Do you recommend filling the base with water or sand?
79869
I filled it with mixture of water and antifreeze---because I live in Michigan.
79870
I used water and it has worked out well. Just make sure you know where you want to place the hoop before filling because it can get quite heavy.
79871
It depends on location. If indoors I recommend water but be sure the seams of the base are totally sealed. Do not let anyone step on the base full or not. It will bust. If outdoors I prefer sand because of the heat. I have four if these 2in 2 out filled as I said. No problems at all. The water if used outside will evaporate and wind can blow the system over causing lots if damage.
79872
Summer time it has been water with sand bags on top. I will flip to sand in the fall.
79873
Water. If you ever want to move the hoop, it is easier to drain water than sand.
79874
Went with water and antifreeze. Easier and cheaper to fill with water and on the off chance you needed to take it out of the base, would be easier to drain the water than the sand.
1453733
Wouldn't hurt to try water first. It's a HECK of alot easier to dump the water than the sand. You may want to put it on a rubber mat to help stabalize it.
764028
No. Both can hold either water or sand. I've found it easier to just fill with water because it is just so tempting to pour water back and forth until you have a muddy mess!
1637070
Mine was filled with water for a while with no leaks, but I found my umbrella was to heavy for just water. Ended up going with sand.
1436996
The base fills with bricks, sand or a combination of both.Instructions illustrated and very clear. I used washed playsand and it seems fine.
1694342
No you do have to fill it. I suggest water. Sand is a little messy. Yes,it is adjustable. It is a great product.
1796308
I used the Blowmolded Base for a short period of time, and then returned it because we didn't need it any longer, I preferred water because my yard can always use the water when I emptied it. It easily fill with the garden hose. I did not use the item during winter. You might want to drain some of the water out in winter to prevent damage from freezing. The item is bulky. Currently, I am using 5, 40 lb. sand bags I bought some colorful outdoor fabric and made a type of pillow case to cover the sand bags.
119907
I dont think there is a way to fill the base, however you could possibly use a prefilled bag or two to lay across the 2 bases. GL
1249603
Depends on how much sand you put in the base. If the base is mostly empty than it should not be a problem, otherwise you will need to meter how much gel you put in the base.
1637066
If you live in a climate that can get cold, it is not a good idea to use water. you wouldhave to pour out the water before winter. The expansion and contraction can cause the plastic to crack and leak. I prefer sand for that reason.
964595
Make sure you put enough water in it. Don't worry about too much water, it holds it well. Fill that sucker up :)
1436993
Yes. Comes with instructions on how to fill with sand and bricks if desired.
545520
I have done both but prefer adding water to crystals them mixing with soil. Crystals must be at root level not on top of soil.
1030749
It is not very easy to fill, I used a funnel and that helped. I also worried it was not quite heavy enough so i bought a small sand bag and just set it on top of the base and that makes it very stable.
1759629
i put sand it makes it more stable , just use only three bags , but is just because is for my wife ,and shes only punching the bag to do exercise from her heart operation,so if you want to beat the bag real good i would put at least, four bags,but sand is better than water,Benny.
732509
No. I've seen people put a bunch of sand bags on top to keep it relatively portable. I used water and then added a product that makes it solidify. They sell it on Amazon. Definitely use something or it will fall on you.
349814
Yes. You need to fill the base with water or sand. We bought ours in September and it's the same exact style and brand from my son's Tae Kwon Do school where there are many amazing black belts who practice on this equipment every day.