July 2008 New Toys — Sporting Goods & Accessories

Strider Running Bike: Green by STRIDER SPORTS INTERNATIONAL INC.

This lightweight running bike is designed to help children gain practice in balance and control as they ride without pedals. It features a steel frame and handlebars and has Launch Pad™ footrests. The handlebar and seat height are adjustable to accommodate riders from 30" to 44" tall. Rider weight limit is 50 lbs. The bike is available in green, red, blue, yellow, orange and pink. 11/4/2009 (Price: $99.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Strider Running Bike: Yellow by STRIDER SPORTS INTERNATIONAL INC.

This lightweight running bike is designed to help children gain practice in balance and control as they ride without pedals. It features a steel frame and handlebars and has Launch Pad™ footrests. The handlebar and seat height are adjustable to accommodate riders from 30" to 44" tall. Rider weight limit is 50 lbs. The bike is available in green, red, blue, yellow, orange and pink. 11/4/2009 (Price: $99.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Strider Running Bike: Blue by STRIDER SPORTS INTERNATIONAL INC.

This lightweight running bike is designed to help children gain practice in balance and control as they ride without pedals. It features a steel frame and handlebars and has Launch Pad™ footrests. The handlebar and seat height are adjustable to accommodate riders from 30" to 44" tall. Rider weight limit is 50 lbs. The bike is available in green, red, blue, yellow, orange and pink. 11/4/2009 (Price: $99.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Strider Running Bike: Red by STRIDER SPORTS INTERNATIONAL INC.

This lightweight running bike is designed to help children gain practice in balance and control as they ride without pedals. It features a steel frame and handlebars and has Launch Pad™ footrests. The handlebar and seat height are adjustable to accommodate riders from 30" to 44" tall. Rider weight limit is 50 lbs. The bike is available in green, red, blue, yellow, orange and pink. 11/4/2009 (Price: $99.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fun & Fitness Happy Bike by REDMON

Designed to provide safe, fun and healthy activity for children, the Happy bike has an adjustable seat and a tension setting, and includes a battery powered odometer. It is made with a steel frame, and is foam padded for safe play, Some assembly is required (tools included). Launch date: 2009. 10/29/2009 (Price: $130) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fun & Fitness Air Walker by REDMON

Designed to provide safe, fun and healthy activity for children, this air walker is made of steel and is foam padded for safe and long-lasting use. Some assembly is required (tools included). Launch date: 2009. 10/29/2009 (Price: $130) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fun & Fitness Treadmill by REDMON

This treadmill for children between the ages of 2 and 6 is designed to provide safe, fun and healthy activity. It is not motorized. It features a battery powered odometer, and some assembly is required (tools included). The treadmill is foam padded and colorful, built of steel for long-lasting use. Launch date: 2009. 10/29/2009 (Price: $130) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fun & Fitness Weight Bench by REDMON

This weight bench for children between the ages of 2 and 6 is designed to keep children fit by providing safe, fun and healthy activity. The total weight of the bar, including foam weights, is 4.25 lbs. Three different exercise are possible: press, leg curl, and leg lift. It is made of steel and foam padded. Some assembly is required (tools included). Launch date: 2009. 10/29/2009 (Price: $130) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

DirtbagŪ Classic - Blue/Yellow Footbag by FLYING CLIPPER

The Original Dirtbag® the Dirtbag Classic is the flagship footbag for Flying Clipper. This eight panel hand sewn sand filled beauty is what all the kids are asking for. 10/27/2009 (Price: $9.00)

Mega Metal DirtbagŪ - Blue/Green Footbag by FLYING CLIPPER

The Mega Metal Dirtbag® is a one of a kind footbag. Not only does this one have miniature steel ball bearings for a filler but each panel of the Mega Metal has a metal stud affixed to it. Talk about Heavy Metal. 10/27/2009 (Price: $12.00)

Weplay - Stepping Stones by WEE BLOSSOM INC.

The pebble-like stilts have rubber anti-slip guards and adjustable ropes. Once the ropes are removed, the stilts can be used as stepping stones; both sides can be used to train for balance. Dimensions are 6" x 4" x 3" and maximum loading is 132 lbs. "The new twist on an American favorite offers multiple ways to play. The stones can be used as stilts in two different ways with the curved side up to give the feet a new angle or with the flat side up for a more complicated way to walk. Also the ropes can be removed and kids can just walk across them," Lynn Toves, in sales and marketing for Wee Blossom, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2009. 10/15/2009 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Handheld Rotation Boards (L) by WEE BLOSSOM INC.

This equipment targets the cerebral cortex and can be used with one or two players. Movements can be achieved by simple motions exerted from the waist and arms. The large board with a 26" diameter comes with two base mounts of varied curvatures to provide different levels of challenge and fun. Maximum loading is 132 lbs. "These fun and entertaining boards allow children to move easily in multiple directions," Lynn Toves, in sales and marketing for Wee Blossom, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2009. 10/15/2009 (Price: $151.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Zigo Leader Carrier Bicycle System by ZIGO INC.

With this mom- or dad-powered family transportation system, the user places one or two children in the ChildPod, puts on a helmet and is ready to ride. The LeaderLink System allows the Leader to uncouple in 30 seconds or less, transforming it into the separate elements, Zigo ChildPod and Zigo Cycle. The Zigo Leader can be used as a Carrier Bicycle, Stroller, Jogger (with accessory), Bicycle or Trailer (with accessory). "The Zigo Leader is the only product that allows parents to transport children in full view, unlike a rear bicycle trailer," Michael Ehrenreich, CEO of Zigo, Inc., told TDmonthly. It received a JPMA Innovation Award 2008. Launch date: April 2009. 10/5/2009 (Price: $1399) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Balls by CROCODILE CREEK

This heavy duty, textured ball is great for indoor or outdoor play. The ball is 7" diameter. It is made of rubber and contains no PVC, latex or vinyl. The product conforms to or exceeds U.S. and European safety standards.
— During a March 2010 survey of top-selling sports and outdoor products, three out of 37 retailers told TDmonthly play balls are their best seller. ( Watch Video) 9/30/2009 (Price: $8.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Wave LX (Light Xtreme) by STREET SURFING LLC

The Wave LX (Light Xtreme) offers an ultra-lightweight design that's built for extra speed and stability. Like the original Wave, the Wave LX runs on two wheels rather than four, with a flexible platform that gives you the ability to perform precision 360s in small spaces, carve downhill, and even ride uphill. In addition, the Wave boards encourage riders to perform all manner of skating tricks, including manuals, board leaps, ollies, acid drops, kick flips, and more. The Wave LX's wider concave platform allows for more stability and traction, while the reinforced web deck is lighter than before. As a result, you can cruise farther and turn with less effort on the Wave LX. The lightest casterboard of its kind, the Wave LX is also the first of Street Surfing's boards to offer the sleek Xtreme body design, which also helps boost speed. 9/11/2009 (Price: $79.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

iPlay Touchdown Football Set by INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC

For little linebackers who can’t wait to hit the fields, the nine-piece Touchdown Football Set includes a kid-sized football with “laces” for proper holding technique, an adjustable goal post and a kicking tee. "This play set encourages outdoor, active play for children. It also develops hand-eye (foot-eye) coordination," Vickie Cullen, PR account executive for International Playthings, told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 2009. 8/28/2009 (Price: $24.99)

Trikke T67s Carving Scooter by TRIKKE TECH INC.

The Trikke T67 Three-Wheeled Carving Scooter lets the rider "surf the street" and exercises the whole body as a side-to-side motion propels it forward. This model is adjustable for anyone 4'6" to 5'4" and up to 200 lbs. "There is a trick to making them go, which must be learned, but children seem to have an easier time than adults. Though it is not necessary, Trikke can provide an instructional DVD to loop in the store," a company representative told TDmonthly. Launch date: January 1, 2003. 8/19/2009 (Price: $199.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

safe-T-seat by IBERT INC.

The Safe-T-Seat, created for children 12 months to 4 years, is designed to offer a better center of gravity than other child bike seats and is easy to install. "The patented mounting system is much easier than other front-mounted seats on the market," Kelly Eissinger, president of iBert Inc., told TDmonthly. It received a 2007 Creative Child Magazine Top Choice Award. Launch date: May 25, 2005. 8/19/2009 (Price: $94.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rollors Lawn Game by ROLLORS

ROLLORS is a yard game that can be played at a park, in the front or back yard of a house, or just about anywhere where a relatively flat ground surface can be found. This game of skill requires a modest level of physical activity and can be quickly varied depending on the age and skill level of the players. It can be played in teams or individual competition. Launch date: May 2009.
Awards: Dr. Toy 100 Best Children's Products - 2010
As of 6/16/2011, this product is now licensed to and manufactured by MARANDA ENTERPRISES LLC.  8/19/2009 (Price: $35.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Swiggies water bottle by GO HYDRO INC.

Swiggies is the Water Bottle for the 21st Century. It is designed to attach to one's wrist and provide easy access to water during an exercise. Each Swiggie holds 4 ounces of water or sports drink, for a total of 8 ounces. It is strapped onto the wrist and has a pull top. It eliminates the need to carry water bottles, which can be cumbersome to carry and break your stride when you have to stop to take a drink. You just fill them up with cold water and go. Swiggies comes in 6 bright colors for kids on-the-go and encourages kids to drink more water. Swiggies is approved by Child Safe International as a safe, BPA-free, "green" product. 7/31/2009 (Price: $12.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fuzion Landshark by NEXTSPORT

Combining the distinctive aspects of conventional kneeboarding and various wheeled products, the LandShark is designed to show off razor sharp steering and maximum maneuverability. It is ridden on the knees and powered by kicking or “pumping,” so users are presented with a sleek design optimizing a low center of gravity. Launch date: September 2009. 7/23/2009 (Price: $79.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kid Lunastix by LISTON CONCEPTS

These lightweight batons have a shaft length of 48 cm and come in purple, blue and fire orange with coordinating handles, suede leather ends and sure-grip surfacing for ease of use. They are handmade in the USA.
— Lunastix are best sellers at Moon Rabbit Toys in Sante Fe, N.M., Owner Shana Hack told TDmonthly in early summer 2009.
— Lunastix were best sellers at Figpickels Toy Emporium in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, in the late summer of 2010. “Our employees are quite good at demonstrating Lunastix in the store,” said owner Brett Sommer. “When people see them performing they want to try it too.  Also, the elementary schools have juggling classes that use Lunastix, so there is an endless supply & demand in the area.” 7/10/2009 (Price: $23.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

My SportBEAR by ChalkTalkSPORTS

My SportBEAR line-up features handmade 15" jointed bears dressed in authentic sport apparel and accessories. ChalkTalkSPORTS offers add-ons that can make this special gift ideal for players, coaches and fans. Customization is also available. "With millions of childrens and their parents involved in organized sports, the My SportBEAR line is a perfect gift to celebrate the sport they love and are dedicated to," the marketing director for ChalkTalkSPORTS told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 20, 2008. 6/29/2009 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Boarding Basics DVD by GarageCo Toys, Inc.

"Boarding Basics" is designed as the perfect companion DVD for the award-winning Yo Baby Kick Flipper. The easy to follow DVD offers instruction on tricks such as the 180 and 360 Spin, Ollie, Peanut Flip, Caveman and lots more. It takes kids through each move, step by step, so they can follow along and learn. "It is the only step-by-step DVD that teaches kids how to do all the cool boarding tricks on a Yo Baby Kick Flipper (think 'skateboard without wheels') in the safety of their home," Bob Ellis, president of GarageCo Toys, told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 21, 2009. 6/29/2009 (Price: $6.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

myminigolf putting XL by DEFACTO.GMBH

Designed to combat boring kids' golf lessons, myminigolf employs obstacles the teacher can use to motivate kids in a playful way. "There is no competitor on market. myminigolf is the only product for this application," Hannes Weber, designer for defacto.GmbH, told TDmonthly. This product was a finalist of the "Golf Europe Product Award 2008." 6/29/2009 (Price: $250) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]