Frequently asked questions about Ollyball®
Everything about playing with, coloring and caring for your Ollyball®.
What is it made out of?
The outer shell is a durable, lightweight material used on high-performance kites, and the bladder is an aluminum and nylon material. Ollyball contains no PVC, latex, BPA or phthalates.
How does it work?
Ollyball is built with patented 2-layer KrunchCOR® construction that dramatically absorbs impact (by dampening the coefficient of restitution) while keeping the shape and feel of a real ball. It is engineered to be hit at full force indoors, in any weather, day or night.
Will it pop?
It is hand-sewn and super durable - it will not pop even with a 50 pound weight on the ball. If you really try to pop it, like jumping on it with both feet, it will pop. Don't do that!
What is the weight and size?
Ollyball is 12 inches in diameter and weighs about 1 oz. For comparison, a soccer ball weighs around 16 ounces. The inflation device is a simple straw that will inflate and deflate the ball over 100 times.
What markers and crayons can I use to color in my Ollyball?
Ollyball is a lot like paper - you can color it with water-based, washable, permanent, glitter, metallic, neon and every other type of marker you can find. Markers dry on the ball and don't bleed like they do on paper, though water-based markers will bleed a little if they get soaked. Crayons work well too.
Can it get wet?
Yes. You can even put the deflated ball in the washing machine, though we don't really recommend it.
How long does the ball stay inflated?
A really long time - the bladder holds air longer than a latex or rubber soccer ball bladder.
Note: in heat your Ollyball will expand and feel more inflated; in cold it will contract and feel softer. You can top it up or let air out with the straw at any time.
Where is the best place to play with my Ollyball?
Anywhere. The more room you have to kick, hit, bounce or head the ball, the better. Play inside or outside - in an airport, a hotel lobby, at public events, in schools and gyms, and anywhere the ball won't blow away in high winds.
How do I inflate my Ollyball?
There is an inflation straw in the packaging. The ball inflates or deflates in less than 30 seconds.
Can I leave my Ollyball outside?
Yes. It does crazy tricks in a light breeze, but it can blow a long way in an open field in medium or high winds. Keep your eye on the ball.
Should I deflate my Ollyball if we are not going to play with it for a while?
No - it is best to keep the ball inflated.
What if I poke a hole in my Ollyball?
Not a problem. The outer shell is a semi-permeable material that does not hold air. If the bladder pops, which is not easy to do, we will replace it at no cost.
Are Ollyballs safe?
Yes. They are made from materials that have been in household use for over 30 years.
Can I draw on my Ollyball?
Yes - crayons and permanent markers like a SHARPIE® work great. Just don't color too heavily, because the solvent in a marker can damage the skin of your Ollyball.
What if I lost or broke my inflation straw?
Your Ollyball can be inflated using two everyday coffee stir-stick straws.
I popped my Ollyball. How do I get a new one?
New KrunchCOR® bladders can be purchased here. If the bladder is defective we will replace it at no cost - contact us at orders@ollyball.com.
What should I never do with my Ollyball?
Don't over-inflate it. It can be inflated larger, but that voids the warranty and makes the skin thin enough to damage easily.
Don't fill it with water. It gets far too heavy to have any fun with.
Don't poke, stick, pick, jab, bite or claw it with anything sharp. It will pop, and the whole thing will just be very sad.
Make sure the valve is fully tucked into the ball before playing.