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February 2009 New Specialty Toys — Sporting Goods & AccessoriesIdeal for both indoor and outdoor play, ZARTZ feature a safe, SOFTEK foam suction cup that sticks to windows, metal, walls, asphalt or nearly anything with a smooth surface. The self-releasing suction cup allows the ZARTZ to fall just a few seconds after adhering to a ceiling or other hard-to-reach place. ZARTZ are available in 7" and 9" forms, and come packaged in a durable carry case. There's also a Fun Pack that includes two hand-target catchers and a 9" ZART, which can be launched as far as 100'. Launch date: 2009. — “The Zing Air Zartz are really good right now,” Emily Bieritz, manager of My Favorite Toy Store in Downers Grove, Ill., told TDmonthly in June 2009 when asked about her best-selling gift for boys. — “Zartz are definitely No. 1,” said Steve Banducci, owner of Games Unlimited in Danville, Calif., when TDmonthly asked about his best-selling sports and outdoor items in March 2010. Banducci reported sales of at least one Zartz per day. — Four of 37 retailers surveyed in spring 2010 listed Zing as their top-selling brand of outdoor products. Past videos: WTHRA 2009 ToyDirectory Product ID#: 22640 (added 2/27/2009) . Tail Wags Spinner Spider Helmet Cover From: TAIL WAGS HELMET COVERS INC. Other products from TAIL WAGS HELMET COVERS INC.
 With two eyes in the front and legs flapping in the wind, Spinner Spider is ready for a ride. Tail Wags help to increase the visibility of the wearer on the slopes, roads and skating rinks. Tail Wags helmet covers fit over ALL makes and models of bike, ski, snowboard, toboggan, skate and equestrian helmets. Available in over 35 different animal character designs. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 22535 (added 2/18/2009) . Tail Wags Fairy Princess Helmet Cover From: TAIL WAGS HELMET COVERS INC. Other products from TAIL WAGS HELMET COVERS INC.
For all little girls who dream of becoming a princess one day! The Fairy Princess helmet cover is adorned by a pink veil and topped off with a golden crown. Tail Wags help to increase the visibility of the wearer on the slopes, roads and skating rinks. Tail Wags helmet covers fit over ALL makes and models of bike, ski, snowboard, toboggan, skate and equestrian helmets. Available in over 35 different animal character designs. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 22534 (added 2/18/2009) . Tail Wags Flutterby the Butterfly Helmet Cover From: TAIL WAGS HELMET COVERS INC. Other products from TAIL WAGS HELMET COVERS INC.
 This whimsical helmet cover in vibrant shades of pink, orange and yellow will delight every little girl! Tail Wags help to increase the visibility of the wearer on the slopes, roads and skating rinks. Tail Wags helmet covers fit over ALL makes and models of bike, ski, snowboard, toboggan, skate and equestrian helmets. Available in over 35 different animal character designs. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 22533 (added 2/18/2009) . Tail Wags Bizzy Bee Helmet Cover From: TAIL WAGS HELMET COVERS INC. Other products from TAIL WAGS HELMET COVERS INC.
 This endearing yellow with black stripes bumble bee will create a BUZZ on the ski slopes, skating rinks and bike paths. Tail Wags helmet covers fit over ALL makes and models of bike, ski, snowboard, toboggan, skate and equestrian helmets. Available in over 35 different animal character designs. Tail Wags received a 2009 iParenting Media Award. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 22532 (added 2/18/2009) . Both the single (8') and double (16') are made from a double-braid, soft polypropylene rope that swivels right in the hand, making handles unnecessary. These colorful and durable jump ropes (available in six solid colors and six confetti colors) can be adjusted to fit most size kids, and they can be put into the family wash if soiled. They can be used by adults, too. — “Jump ropes … are really big right now,” Linda Hamm, owner of Early Work Toy Station in Petaluma, Calif., told TDmonthly in spring 2009. — Four of 60 retailers surveyed in March 2009 said jump ropes account for their top sales in outdoor and sports toys. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 22354 (added 2/2/2009) . Age Range: 5 and up Launch Date: February 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Made from recycled plastic milk containers, this sturdy flying disc weighs approximately 130 grams. Launch date: February 15, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 22321 (added 1/30/2009) .  Full-size sports fun with these double-sided magnetic dartboards. With super strong magnets, the blunt-end darts hit and stick tightly on the board for hours of safe, game-time fun. Choose from Hockey/Lacrosse or Baseball/Soccer SportDARTS. 18"X14" flexible dartboard with eight magnetic darts. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 22238 (added 1/26/2009) .  Age Range: 5 and up Gender: Boys And Girls
LiddleLAX is the world's first 'liddle-size' lacrosse stick and ball set for great 'off-the-field' lacrosse fun and games. The lacrosse head is strung with 'stretchable stringing' to ensure maximum velocity of the mini elastic lax balls. Goalie target included for additional fun. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 22237 (added 1/26/2009) . This 4-wheel, dual-deck carve board makes it smoother and easier to start carving up the streets. Its fun and much easier to control than older 2-wheel generation boards. The 4-80mm polyurethane wheels and ABEC-5 Bearings are smoother and stronger and rarely need to be replaced. Due to the inline wheels, the Shred Sled offers the feel of snowboarding while skateboarding. Editor's Note: Effective September 2010, the recommended retail price for the Shred Sled is reduced from $119.99 to $59.99. According to a press release, "The affordably priced Shred Sled will offer all of its original features that have proven to be a major success, including 4 x 80mm polyurethane wheels and ABEC-5 bearings." ToyDirectory Product ID#: 22083 (added 1/13/2009) . Go! Go! Sports Girls From: DREAM BIG TOY COMPANY Other products from DREAM BIG TOY COMPANY
(Read Review)  Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Age Range: 3 to 12 Launch Date: November 2008 Gender: Girls
Go! Go! Sports Girls are plush, sports-themed dolls for girls. They are designed to be a fun and educational way to promote self-appreciation and the benefits of daily exercise, healthy eating, good sleeping habits and overall healthy life-skills. A portion of profits are donated to organizations that encourage girls to develop healthy lifestyles. Launch date: November 11, 2008. — Dana of Feeling Fit with Dana praised Dream Big for representing many sports and making the Go! Go! Sports Girls “look like dolls, not models, not movie stars, just dolls.” — Reviewers from What the Stuff Toy Review found that girls loved the dolls and were easily able to identify with the variety of sports, looks and personalities. Adult reviewers appreciated the positive values and healthy habits encouraged by the dolls. The review did caution that the dolls’ small accessories were likely to be misplaced. Awards: Dr. Toy 100 Best Children's Products - 2010 ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21741 (added 12/12/2008) . A colorful, comfortable, high-performance yoga mat that is also eco and health friendly. Perfect for children!
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21532 (added 12/1/2008) . Age Range: 10 to 16 Launch Date: November 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
The Wave Stealth® Board, a newly designed in-line casterboard, blends the motions of surfing, snowboarding and skateboarding to the fast-growing and popular sport of Street Surfing. With a camouflaged design of Army green and brown colors, the Wave Stealth provides a fresh, fun ride for tweens or teens. It consists of two platforms with a sure grip-tape deckplate design, joined by an anodized torsion bar. The two “Street Tech” wheels have Abec 7 bearings and casters that spin 360 degrees while the swiveling base allows riders to self propel by going forward, downhill and even uphill by just bending their knees and twisting their hips and shoulders. This product was named a Greatest Product of 2008 for sporting goods by iParenting Media. Launch date: November 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21468 (added 11/24/2008) .  Age Range: 5 and up SKU or Item #: 35400 Launch Date: January 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
In this bean bag game of skill and accuracy, kids have the chance to choose their strategy — get three in a row to win or UPSET your opponent before they win. Launch date: 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21350 (added 11/13/2008) .
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