Give me time to warm up

If I look a little wrinkled on first inflation, don’t panic — that’s totally normal. Pump me up to full capacity and fill me with water. Once I’ve settled in, all my kinks will disappear, promise.

Location is everything

I’m not a fan of hard surfaces (and neither are you). Choose grass or another soft spot, and make sure to clear away any sharp objects — sticks, stones, or mystery backyard debris.
If tiles or concrete are your only option, pop a yoga mat or a few towels underneath for extra cushioning and protection.

Let’s Pump

There are two inflation points — one for each ring. The black part of each valve is the main one (air in and out). The clear part is a one-way genius that lets you top up without deflating.

Start with the bottom ring, pump it until it’s nice and firm, then close the black valve. Top up through the clear valve if needed.

Repeat on the top ring.

The fun part

Check that the drain plug is firmly closed, grab your hose, and fill me up! Then, all that’s left to do is splash, sip, and repeat.