The 1960s brought many new things to popularity and culture, memorable and not so memorable. But one of the great arrivals of that time was the foosball table. Initially introduced by a U.S. military man who became enthralled with table soccer while in Germany, the devoted fan imported coin-operated machines after his return and spread the joy, even starting some of the first known U.S. tournaments.But it was a bar owner from Montana who kicked the game into high gear and made foosball a national phenomenon, promoting the game through high stakes tournaments that eventually hit cities across the country. If you’re ready to join the legend of foosball devotees, here are the tables to consider.
Versatile choice
This foosball table features stable construction and measures approximately 48 inches long by 24 inches wide. It stands roughly 30.5 inches high. Each of the foosball figurines are carefully designed to look stunning and to endure hours of gameplay. If you’re not feeling foosball, you can easily switch to one of 10 other game options, including ping pong, chess, checkers, bowling, shuffleboard, hockey, and more. You can fit this compact table in a children’s room, game room, or other smaller space area around your home.
Just like the pros
A robust, full-size foosball table that’s great for bars, arcades, or home game rooms. This table is specifically designed for the pro level with its weighted player figurines, ergonomic handles, smooth turf, and solid wood bead scorer. The table is easy to assemble so you be ready to play in no time. Put this table in your man cave, game room, or outdoor living area. It will look great and easily integrate into the surrounding décor with its wood finish and black trim.
Solid-wood handles
The Tornado foosball table features a contemporary look that can match a variety of environments, whether it’s a game room, basement, or family room. The adjustable commercial-grade leg levelers let you change the table height to fit your preferences. The natural solid-wood handles look amazing and provide an ergonomic grip for maximum comfort. These player figurines have specially upgraded and redesigned feet for better ball control (who knew they had that?) so your games will be more competitive than ever. Tornado designed this foosball table to be heavy-duty so it doesn’t deteriorate or decline in quality for a long time.
Level playing field
KICK offers a fun and unique looking foosball table with rounded edges and a modern looking twist. The table features a 1/2 inch thick playing field, 26 uniformed player figurines, plus two premium and two standard soccer balls to equip you for plenty of play. The 5-inch leg levelers are adjustable so you won’t have to deal with the hassles of an unbalanced table. It also comes with eight durable semi-solid stainless steel chrome-plated rods that are built to withstand many rivalries and championships. You can even request lubricant for the rods to keep them spinning smoothly and the manufacturer will send it to you gratis.
For intense players
Who doesn’t know sports like ESPN? And their take on the foosball table doesn’t disappoint. It’s made with PVC laminate and MDF construction – a high grade composite material that won’t warp or crack like wood potentially can. This is great if you have rambunctious teenagers or those players who hit with so much force they rock the table. The 5/8 inch chrome-plated metal rods mean they won’t bend or break after prolonged use. The oversized 5-inch leg levelers help keep the table stable, even if players get a little unstable during intense matches. The traditional bead-style scoring is just like the original.
Alex Reale is a contributing writer to Florida Travel & Life, an online brand that inspires active, affluent travelers, providing them with insider information on discovering the best of Florida. Informative and engaging, the website showcases travel destinations, arts and cultural venues, vibrant dining scenes, recreational activities, the great outdoors and the revitalized real-estate market. Alex loves going anywhere in Florida with fresh air and a gorgeous beach view.
