Jun 22, 2021 · One type of merry-go-round (roundabout) was where there was a circular rotating bench with a stationary wheel in the middle. You pulled on the wheel to spin the bench, and boy, could you really spin fast!

Apr 29, 2021 · Before metal merry-go-rounds was Everwear's wooden model, a “portable,” 1500-pound oak monster that all but guaranteed wicked splinters. It was rated to hold up to 40 kids or five tons.

Like the old portable EverWear’s Merry-Go-Round, the bigger vintage ones housed a capacity of 40 children. It was 3 foot 6 inches above the ground and had a diameter of 10 feet. This 1500 pound wooden swing could hurt the little finger due to its miniature slot or …

Jun 28, 2024 · Merry-Go-Round Let's hear it for the old-school metal merry-go-rounds. If you and your friends spun on this too fast, a head injury or grazed elbow was guaranteed!

Available in two color options of: (1) Red base with yellow hand rails or (2) green base with tan hand rails. Custom colors are available at an up-charge. Other classic playground categories include merry-go-rounds, see saws and slides.

Aug 18, 2023 · The origins of the merry-go-round can be traced back to a time when they were not just playing equipment, but a showcase of craftsmanship and opulence. In the early 17th century, European nobility indulged in equestrian games that involved galloping in circles, a precursor to the merry-go-round.

Sep 29, 2015 · Old school, metal merry go rounds picked up serious speed, so you needed to time your jump onto the hot metal carefully, or you’d be tossed. But, that was the fun of it. Right?

Merry-go-rounds originated from this old training tradition to become a carnival activity enjoyed by people of all ages. During the 1600s, the carousel was enhanced by French innovation. Now, instead of wooden planks, carved horses were suspended from chains, which were attached to a …

May 15, 2010 · PICTURES of vintage playground equipment including monkey bars, metal slides, rocket slides, merry-go-rounds, spring riders and more.

Despite many a child’s memory of skinned knees, bleeding chins, and hard landings from flying off a self-propelled merry-go-round, safety warnings were missing on many early catalogs. By 1975, however, products stressed consumer safety.