August 2010 Notable Toys — Sporting Goods & Accessories

A blend between the T8-08 and the T78 air, it features the T8 style handlebars, black painted machined rims, animal free leather hand grips, upgraded brake cables, aluminum brake levers, bolted aluminum stem, and black foot decks. Available in two colors (green and pink).

This DVD, created by two-time Olympic Gold Medalist and Tennis Hall of Famer Gig Fernandez, introduces children to sports at a time when brain development is at its peak. Kids learn and move with Emkei the Monkey and high level athletes while enjoying original sing-along songs. Interactive on-screen flashcards reinforce all motions and equipment associated with the five sports throughout the 25 minute video.
Awards: 2010 White House Easter Egg Roll participant; 2010 Bronze Telly Award; 2010 Parent Tested Parent Approved Award

Gyrowheel is a revolutionary front wheel for children’s bikes that is designed to be a better solution than traditional training wheels. It senses unbalanced biking and re-centers the bike underneath the rider’s weight at the point when tipping starts to occur. "This is the only product that teaches correct riding technique," Gyrobike CEO Daniella Reichstetter told TDmonthly.
Awards: TDmonthly Toy Fair 2010 Top 20 Products; Wired Magazine 10 Hottest New Bike Gadgets

Gyrowheel is a revolutionary front wheel for children’s bikes that is designed to be a better solution than traditional training wheels. It senses unbalanced biking and re-centers the bike underneath the rider’s weight at the point when tipping starts to occur. "This is the only product that teaches correct riding technique," Gyrobike CEO Daniella Reichstetter told TDmonthly.
Awards: TDmonthly Toy Fair 2010 Top 20 Products; Wired Magazine 10 Hottest New Bike Gadgets

The Maverick blaster features a six-dart rotating barrel with easy flip loading, rapid launching action, a pullback mechanism and an auto-advancing barrel. The Maverick is a part of the N-Strike team, so it can snap onto the NERF Unity Power System. Six darts and instructions are included.
— As of 05/21/2012 this product had 4.4 out of 5 stars from 302 reviews on Amazon.com. PROS: Well-priced, easy to assemble and use, darts fly far. CONS: Darts lack durability.

With a wingspan of 30” and height of 31”, this nylon jet stunt kite features a fiberglass airframe and includes Skytails, a line and a dual-control handle. The wind rating for this style is 7 to 15 mph.
— “A personal favorite of mine are the Blue Angels Kites. Our store is down the road from MCAS Miramar (formerly Miramar Naval Air Station). Many military people live in our community and we see military aircraft regularly, so this kite is really popular. In general, our Brainstorm kites outsell all our others. They’re priced well and have some really fun styles,” Cynthia Wyatt, president of Totally Thomas Toy Depot in San Diego, told TDmonthly in July 2010.

These stylized labels add fun and flair to a plain skate deck. Grip labels are available in six patterns.

SK8GLO is a skateboard lighting system that uses non-toxic glow sticks. It is designed to fit all standard skateboards and does not require any modifications. SK8GLO is battery-free, waterproof and lightweight, and does not interfere with tricks or grinds.

Developed in Switzerland, Squap is played when a player cups a ping pong-sized ball in a “snap trap” mitt and then quickly uncups it to send the ball flying with a pop. Another player catches the ball in his or her mitt and returns it. Each Squap package comes with two mitts and four balls.

This target toss game is designed for use in recreation centers, schools, backyards and resorts. The set includes six balls and is designed for two to six players.

This game for two or more players features all 32 tournament teams, and includes a 2' x 4' playing surface, game rules, parts bag, dice, slider soccer ball and 6 yellow rings.

Old School FIKI Football is a tabletop football game with a genuine leather triangle "football." It includes a goalpost and 5" x 7" replica football field. "FIKI Football is patented and the only genuine leather tabletop football game on the market," Richard M. Crasnick, president of FIKI SPORTS, told TDmonthly.

The Reel Roaster is designed to prepare roasted marshmallows, hot dog, S'mores and more. Kids can simply place a marshmallow or two or even a hot dog on the telescopic skewer, then crank the handle on the fishing reel to rotate the skewer and ensure that the snack is cooked to perfection.

Features:

• 27" Telescopic stainless steel skewer- you control length from the fire
• Detachable skewer
• Clean up is fast and easy
• Great for camping, cookouts and barbecues
• Handle has one way snap for final reeling position

SMASH Soccer allows any soccerballer the ability to practice their skills anywhere. One can play alone or with a group, and four cones are included to make a field or set up skill courses. Kids can juggle, dribble, play 1 vs.1 or 2 vs. 2 and have fun with SMASH sports soccer. This product is foam pellet filled for safety and performance, and double stitch sewn for durability. Features: Soccer ball, 4 cones and reusable backpack.

Whether at the park or in the pool, kids can make a huge splash by dunking the splash ball in the pool and then hitting it with the foam bat. Can also be played without water. The bat measures 22" long, and the ball is 3" in diameter.
Awards: 2010 Tillywig Top Fun

Dunk the Geyser baseball into the water, hit it with the bat and get sprayed with water! Play with this great set with or without water.

This 10' plastic jump rope features heavy nylon rope that is protected by unbreakable plastic sections. It comes in assorted colors and is also available in a 16' version.
— This product is a best seller at Neely's in South L.A.

Children can squeeze this pig's belly to launch soft foam balls. The harder the pig is squeezed, the farther it shoots. Six soft foam balls and a convenient carry net are included.

The newest way to play catch! This innovative system comes with two flexible sport nets with cushioned hand grips that allow participants to toss balls up to 100 feet. Three Games in One.

Comes with:
. 2- Trick sport nets
. 1- Rubber Ball
. 1- Fun Gripper ™ Bean Ball
. 1- Water Ball
For Ages:
7 years and up