Spring

Springs (スプリング Supuringu?), also referred to as Jump Springs (ジャンプバネ Janpu Bane?) and Springboards, are one of common gimmicks in the Sonic the Hedgehog series. Springs are utilized to launch the playable character in multiple directions, both on the ground and through midair. They can also make the player reach otherwise unreachable places or built up huge amount of running speed in short time. Springs made the debut appearance in Sonic the Hedgehog (1991), as originally being simple red and yellow platforms, but have since taken on a more distinct design over the course of the series.

In the anime series Sonic X, a giant Spring with Eggman's face on it appeared in "Chaos Control Freaks" as one of the traps surrounding Dr. Eggman's fortress. Sonic accidentally triggered it when invading Eggman's fortress which sent him miles away.