{"product_id":"pummel-ball","title":"TAP® Pummel Ball: Sand-Filled Slam Ball for Ballistic Exercises","description":"\u003cp class=\"oates-pdp__lede\" style=\"font-size:1.25rem;line-height:1.5;color:#990033;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 1rem;\"\u003eSlam at full intent without a hard, uncontrollable bounce coming back at you. The sand-and-air fill absorbs the impact — you do the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"oates-pdp__short\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTAP® Pummel Ball\u003c\/strong\u003e is a durable, sand-and-air-filled slam ball designed so rotational athletes across sports can slam and throw with true max intent without worrying about a hard, uncontrollable bounce coming back at their body or into a crowded training space. Instead of relying on a reactive rebound like a traditional medicine ball, the Pummel Ball absorbs most of the impact, gives only a short, minimal bounce — more noticeable in the lighter, more air-filled sizes — and makes the athlete, not the ball, the primary engine for every repetition. Ballistic in this context means the load is projected or released — thrown or slammed — rather than held and braked through the entire range of motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"oates-pdp__bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimal-Bounce Behavior for Full-Intent Slams\u003c\/strong\u003e — Filled with loose sand and just enough air to hold its round shape, the ball absorbs impact and either drops dead or gives only a short, minimal rebound. Athletes can slam and throw at full speed — even in cages or tight indoor spaces — without guarding against a fast, unpredictable ricochet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-Acceleration Profile Instead of End-Range Braking\u003c\/strong\u003e — With normal lifts, athletes must slow the load near the end of the range to protect the joints. Because the Pummel Ball is meant to be projected or slammed, athletes can accelerate all the way through the movement, training how quickly they can produce force rather than learning to pump the brakes early.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDead-Stop Repetitions That Start From Zero\u003c\/strong\u003e — When the ball hits and stops — or gives only a very short bounce — there is no big rebound to catch and redirect. Each rep begins from a complete or near-complete stop, emphasizing active force production from a stationary start instead of riding elastic recoil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePliable Shell Built to Deform and Return to Shape\u003c\/strong\u003e — The soft outer shell compresses slightly on impact and springs back, reinforced to tolerate repeated high-velocity slams, throws, and catches without common seam or plug failures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniform Volleyball-Like Size Encourages a Two-Handed Grip\u003c\/strong\u003e — Every weight shares the same larger-ball diameter, so most hands cannot wrap all the way around it — encouraging secure two-handed grip and whole-body control rather than fingertip manipulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor-Coded Weight Range for Easy Progression\u003c\/strong\u003e — 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, and 12 lb models in distinct colors make it easy to assign loads and track progression at a glance. Scale from lighter, high-velocity intent to heavier, higher-force patterns just by moving up or down the color ladder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"oates-pdp__overview\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is It?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TAP® Pummel Ball is a minimal-bounce slam ball built for ballistic and rotational training, filled with loose sand and a small amount of air — enough to keep a round shape and let the shell return to form after impact. Heavier balls behave close to dead-drop, while lighter balls show a small, short rebound that stays controlled and easy to manage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a traditional air-filled medicine ball that rebounds sharply, the Pummel Ball’s sand-and-air fill absorbs the vast majority of the impact so the ball either drops where it lands or gives only a brief, modest hop. Compared with smaller baseball-sized weighted balls, its uniform volleyball-like size shifts the focus from fingertip control to whole-body slams and two-handed rotational patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"oates-pdp__overview-meta\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Baseball and softball athletes; golf, tennis, and other rotational-sport athletes; S\u0026amp;C coaches blending ballistic work with traditional lifting; facilities running group sessions where live rebounds would be unsafe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Overhead slams, rotational and diagonal slams, kneeling and single-leg patterns, seated Russian twists, and full-intent training in cages or tight spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairs with:\u003c\/strong\u003e TAP® Giant Flat Band.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003csection style=\"margin:2.5rem 0;padding:3rem 1.5rem;background:#990033;color:#EFEBE3;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;margin-bottom:2rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#EFEBE3;font-size:1.875rem;margin:0 0 0.5rem;\"\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#EFEBE3;opacity:0.9;margin:0;\"\u003eThree mechanisms behind ballistic, minimal-bounce training\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(240px,1fr));gap:1.25rem;max-width:1100px;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:rgba(239,235,227,0.08);padding:1.5rem;border-radius:8px;border:1px solid rgba(184,138,46,0.4);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#B88A2E;margin-bottom:0.75rem;\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M13 2L3 14h9l-1 8 10-12h-9l1-8z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#B88A2E;font-size:1.125rem;margin:0 0 0.5rem;\"\u003eBallistic Projection Rather Than Braking the Load\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#EFEBE3;margin:0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eIn typical lifting, a large portion of the movement is spent slowing the load near the end of the range. By letting the ball leave the hands or hit the floor, ballistic work allows athletes to accelerate through the entire motion — targeting how quickly they can generate force instead of how well they can slow it down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:rgba(239,235,227,0.08);padding:1.5rem;border-radius:8px;border:1px solid rgba(184,138,46,0.4);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#B88A2E;margin-bottom:0.75rem;\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"6\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#B88A2E;font-size:1.125rem;margin:0 0 0.5rem;\"\u003eDead-Stop Starts Emphasize Force From the Ground Up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#EFEBE3;margin:0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eBecause the ball does not shoot back, each rep starts from a stop or near-stop, often in a hinge, squat, or athletic stance over the ball. That requires the legs, hips, and trunk to re-generate force every time instead of recycling elastic energy from a big bounce — a different stimulus that complements, not replaces, reactive training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:rgba(239,235,227,0.08);padding:1.5rem;border-radius:8px;border:1px solid rgba(184,138,46,0.4);\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#B88A2E;margin-bottom:0.75rem;\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 2 L4 6 v6 c0 5 4 9 8 10 c4-1 8-5 8-10 V6 z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9 12 l2 2 l4-4\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#B88A2E;font-size:1.125rem;margin:0 0 0.5rem;\"\u003eRotational Sequencing Through the Kinetic Chain\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#EFEBE3;margin:0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eRotational slams and throws ask the body to drive from the ground, rotate the hips, brace the trunk, and transfer force through the upper body into the ball. This rotational throw output has been shown to relate to bat-swing and throwing velocity — training a quality that supports on-field performance even though it does not, by itself, add velocity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection style=\"margin:2.5rem 0;padding:2.5rem 1.5rem;background:#EFEBE3;border-radius:8px;border:1px solid rgba(184,138,46,0.3);\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#B88A2E;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.1em;font-size:0.875rem;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.5rem;text-align:center;\"\u003eBacked by Research\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#990033;text-align:center;margin:0 0 1.5rem;\"\u003eThe Science of Ballistic, Minimal-Bounce Training\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"max-width:780px;margin:0 auto 2rem;line-height:1.6;color:#333;\"\u003eThe TAP® Pummel Ball itself has not been studied as a stand-alone tool in controlled trials; its role is supported by broader work on ballistic training, rate of 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Establish clear zones in cages so athletes have room to slam without crossing paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverhead slams:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lift overhead and drive straight down, then catch the short rebound or reset. Focus on aggressive hip extension and trunk drive on the way down, braced positions on re-collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRotational and diagonal slams:\u003c\/strong\u003e Side-on or split stance, drive slams to the outside of the front foot or knee. Emphasize driving from the ground through the hips and trunk — watch for spinning off the front side or losing balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKneeling and seated patterns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Half- or tall-kneeling overhead slams remove the lower legs, demanding more from the core, lats, and upper back. Single-leg and seated Russian-twist patterns layer in balance and anti-rotation control (resisting unwanted torso twisting).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"od\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"os\"\u003eWeight \u0026amp; Color Selection Guide\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin-top:0.5rem;font-size:0.85rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background:#990033;color:#EFEBE3;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:0.4rem 0.5rem;text-align:left;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:0.4rem 0.5rem;text-align:left;\"\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:0.4rem 0.5rem;text-align:left;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:0.4rem 0.5rem;text-align:left;\"\u003eUPC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:0.4rem 0.5rem;text-align:left;\"\u003eUse Case\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e2 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eYellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003ePB2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e608938927736\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eYouth, introductory, high-velocity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e4 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eBlue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003ePB4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e608938930958\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eGeneral ballistic, lighter rotational slams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e6 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eGreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003ePB6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e608938930965\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eStandard overhead and rotational slams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e8 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eRed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003ePB8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e608938930972\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eStronger athletes’ power work\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e10 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003ePurple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003ePB10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e608938930989\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eSlower, higher-force advanced work\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;\"\u003e12 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;\"\u003eOrange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;\"\u003ePB12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;\"\u003e608938927781\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:0.35rem 0.5rem;\"\u003eMax-effort, under close supervision\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:0.5rem;font-size:0.875rem;color:#555;\"\u003eLighter balls show a bit more visible rebound because air is a larger share of the fill; heavier balls behave closer to dead-drop. Match weight to both intent and surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"od\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"os\"\u003eWho This Is For\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommonly used for baseball and softball athletes who need a safe way to train rotational slams and throws at full intent in cages or indoor spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommonly used for athletes in other rotational sports who want multi-planar trunk power without live bounces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommonly used for strength and conditioning coaches who blend ballistic medicine-ball work with traditional lifting to support rate of force development and trunk power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommonly used for facilities and academies that want durable, minimal-bounce slam balls for group sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"od\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"os\"\u003eWhat This Implement Does NOT Do\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt does not replace a complete strength and conditioning program; it is a ballistic-training tool that works best paired with foundational strength work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is not a traditional bouncing medicine ball; if you need reactive, high-bounce drills off a wall or floor, a different ball is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt does not make slam training risk-free; poor technique, too much volume, or lack of supervision can still create overload, especially for the shoulders, elbows, and low back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is not a substitute for medical treatment or rehab protocols; any use for injury recovery should be guided by qualified professionals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"od\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"os\"\u003eSafety and Care\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot a toy — not for unsupervised play or games outside structured training. Inspect the shell and filler plug regularly; remove any damaged ball from use. Use appropriate surfaces only — avoid concrete, asphalt, or abrasive contact points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot a toy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Training implement only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInspect regularly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shell and filler plug before every session.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse appropriate surfaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Turf, rubber, or grass — never concrete or asphalt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManage volume with throwers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Total slam and throw volume should be progressed gradually and coordinated with throwing workload.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot a rehabilitation device:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anyone with existing shoulder, elbow, or spine concerns should consult a qualified professional before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003csection style=\"margin:2.5rem 0 1.5rem;padding:2rem 1.25rem;background:#990033;color:#EFEBE3;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#EFEBE3;text-align:center;margin:0 0 1.25rem;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"of\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"ofa\"\u003eDoes the Pummel Ball bounce?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ofp\"\u003eIt is designed as a minimal-bounce ball. The sand-and-air fill absorbs most of the impact so heavier balls drop almost dead, while lighter balls show only a short, controlled rebound that stays easy to manage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"of\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"ofa\"\u003eWhat is it filled with?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ofp\"\u003eLoose sand and a small amount of air — enough to keep it round and let the shell return to shape, but not enough to create a high, lively bounce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"of\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"ofa\"\u003eHow is it different from a traditional medicine ball?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ofp\"\u003eA traditional medicine ball is usually air-filled and rebounds off floors and walls. The Pummel Ball is built for minimal rebound, making it better suited for controlled slams, throws, and catches where a live bounce would be unsafe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"of\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"ofa\"\u003eWhich weight should I choose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ofp\"\u003eLighter balls suit fast, high-velocity patterns and younger or less experienced athletes; heavier balls suit slower, higher-force patterns and stronger athletes. Many coaches start lighter and move up as movement quality and strength improve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"of\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"ofa\"\u003eCan I use it indoors or on turf?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ofp\"\u003eYes. The minimal-bounce behavior suits cages, indoor gyms, and turf surfaces, as long as the floor is free of sharp edges or debris that could damage the shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"of\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"ofa\"\u003eHow should I care for it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ofp\"\u003eAvoid slamming on sharp, abrasive, or very hot surfaces; store out of direct sunlight and extreme temperatures; wipe with mild soap and a damp cloth as needed; inspect periodically for shell or plug wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;margin-top:1.5rem;padding:1.5rem;background:#EFEBE3;color:#990033;border-radius:8px;border:1px solid rgba(184,138,46,0.3);\"\u003eQuestions before you buy? \u003cstrong\u003eCall or Text Our Team\u003c\/strong\u003e at \u003cstrong style=\"color:#B88A2E;\"\u003e(936) 295-4459\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oates Specialties LLC","offers":[{"title":"2 Pound","offer_id":44838615711966,"sku":"PB2","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 Pound","offer_id":44838615744734,"sku":"PB4","price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Pound","offer_id":44838615777502,"sku":"PB6","price":23.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 Pound","offer_id":44838615810270,"sku":"PB8","price":25.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Pound","offer_id":44838615843038,"sku":"PB10","price":27.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 Pound","offer_id":44838615875806,"sku":"PB12","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/7110\/3454\/files\/All_Pummel_Balls_Product_Photo.jpg?v=1755118682","url":"https:\/\/oatesspecialties.com\/es\/products\/pummel-ball","provider":"Oates Specialties LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}