Planning a Memorable Party

Few things can make a summer birthday party or family reunion more fun than renting an inflatable water slide to set up in your yard. Any child in attendance will want to spend as much as possible sliding down the slide and then racing to get back up to its top to slide down again. When you begin to check out different slides to rent, you'll see multiple models. Some slides are quite tall, while others are shorter. Here are some pros and cons of choosing a tall inflatable water slide.

Pro: Faster Rides

A child spends more time sliding down a tall water slide than a short one, which allows them to travel at a higher rate of speed. A lot of kids love the thrill of using water slides, so choosing a tall model that offers a good amount of speed will keep these children engaged. You won't have to worry about any kids complaining or boredom when you have a tall water slide that the kids ride quickly.

Con: Issues With Height

If you rent a tall water slide, you might encounter some children who feel uneasy about climbing to the top of it because of its height. A child who feels uncertain about being too high off the ground, for example, might favor a lower slide. While some children will get used to using a tall slide after a few runs, you might want to consider a lower slide if you feel that a tall design would be an issue for some of the kids.

Pro: Feels More Special

Many people who have children have small water slides in their backyards. While these slides can be fun, they're common enough that they might not always excite every child. The taller the water slide you rent, the more unique it will be — which means that it will have a special feel that is more exciting to all of the kids who use it.

Con: Overhead Clearance

Before you rent a tall water slide, you'll need to assess how much overhead clearance is available in your yard. If the water slide is extremely tall and you have low-hanging trees in your yard, it may be difficult to find an appropriate spot to set up the slide. If there's not enough clearance, you may need to rent a lower slide. Contact an inflatable water slide rental company to determine the right size of water slide for your party.