TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Outdoor Fun Product Category

SNIPER Fishtail Long Board by SPORT TECHNOLOGY INC

The 7-ply Canadian Rock Maple wood skateboard features 7" lightweight aluminum alloy trucks, bomb abec-7 bearings, cast polyurethane wheels and a deck dimension of 37"L X 9"W. No assembly is necessary. 4/1/2008 (Price: $119.99)

Hear, Speak, See No Evil Fishtail Long Board by SPORT TECHNOLOGY INC

Deck Dimensions: 37"L X 9"W 7-Ply Canadian Rock Maple Completes Come Fully assembled. 7" lightweight aluminum alloy trucks Bomb abec-7 bearings. Cast polyurethane wheels for ultimate performance. 4/1/2008 (Price: $119.00)

ATOMIC BETTY 42" Flowboard by SPORT TECHNOLOGY INC

The Flowboard is built with the patented 14-wheeled Deep Carve System (DCS) which sets the Flowboard apart from regular skateboards. The design enables a rider to carve through 45-degree turns with smooth, fluid transitions from edge to edge. ATOMIC BETTY dimensions are 42"L x 10"W with a camber design. 4/1/2008 (Price: $99.00)

NO EVIL 42" Flowboard by SPORT TECHNOLOGY INC

The Flowboard is built with the patented 14-wheeled Deep Carve System (DCS) which sets the flowboard apart from regular skateboards. The design enables a rider to carve through 45° turns with smooth, fluid transitions from edge to edge. NO EVIL dimensions are 42"L x 10"W with a camber design. 4/1/2008 (Price: $99.99)

Challenge All Cars 36" Flowboard by SPORT TECHNOLOGY INC

The Flowboard is built with the patented 14-wheeled Deep Carve System (DCS) which sets the Flowboard apart from regular skateboards. The design enables a rider to carve through 45-degree turns with smooth, fluid transitions from edge to edge. Challenge All Cars dimensions are 36"L x 10"W with a concave design. 4/1/2008 (Price: $89.99)

Arsenic 36" Flowboard by SPORT TECHNOLOGY INC

The Flowboard is built with the patented 14-wheeled Deep Carve System (DCS) which sets the flowboard apart from regular skateboards. The design enables a rider to carve through 45° turns with smooth, fluid transitions from edge to edge. Arsenic dimensions are 36"L x 10"W with a camber design. 4/1/2008 (Price: $89.99)

BOMB Factory Logo 32" Flowboard by SPORT TECHNOLOGY INC

The Flowboard is built with the patented 14-wheeled Deep Carve System (DCS) which sets the flowboard apart from regular skateboards. The design enables a rider to carve through 45° turns with smooth, fluid transitions from edge to edge. BOMB Factory dimensions are 32"L x 9.25" W with a concave design. 4/1/2008 (Price: $79.99)

On Target 32" Flowboard by SPORT TECHNOLOGY INC

The Flowboard is built with the patented 14-wheeled Deep Carve System (DCS) which sets the flowboard apart from regular skateboards. The design enables a rider to carve through 45-degree turns with smooth, fluid transitions from edge to edge. On Target dimensions are 32"L x 9.25" W with a concave design. 4/1/2008 (Price: $79.99)

Gas Mask 32" Flowboard by SPORT TECHNOLOGY INC

The Flowboard is built with the patented 14-wheeled Deep Carve System (DCS) which sets the flowboard apart from regular skateboards. The design enables a rider to carve through 45° turns with smooth, fluid transitions from edge to edge. Gas Mask dimensions are 32"L x 9.25" W with a concave design. 4/1/2008 (Price: $79.99)

Mobsters Duel 32" Flowboard by SPORT TECHNOLOGY INC

The Flowboard is built with the patented 14-wheeled Deep Carve System (DCS) which sets the flowboard apart from regular skateboards. The design enables a rider to carve through 45° turns with smooth, fluid transitions from edge to edge. Mobsters Duel dimensions are 32"L x 10"W with a concave design. 4/1/2008 (Price: $79.99)

Meteorlight by NITE IZE INC.

The ball lights up on demand and uses a design that allows batteries to be replaced. It is perfect for throwing, juggling, catching, rolling and bouncing. 3/28/2008 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Big Jack™ Bat & Ball by MARKY SPARKY TOYS

The lightweight bat features patented air pressurization, which strengthens the bat while sending the ball long distances. An equally innovative ball is also included. 3/27/2008 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Port-A-Board Complete Skateboard by PORTABOARD LLC

The Port-A-Board is the world’s first and only portable skateboard designed to come apart and go together in seconds without the use of any tools. Once apart, the board conveniently stores in special compartments in the backpack or carrying case, leaving plenty of room for books and school supplies. It is available in nine colors, and kids can customize the board to the colors of their choice since all board pieces are interchangeable. “It appeals to kids’ desires to personalize and customize products to their specific tastes. It also solves the very real problem of kids not being able to bring their skateboards to schools, malls, etc.,” CEO Brett Gregory of Port-A-Board LLC told TDmonthly. The boards and accessories are currently available on the company’s website. Launch date: January 2008. 3/26/2008 (Price: $149.99)

Illumiworld by REPLOGLE GLOBES

The 12” globe features a battery-powered illumination that can be turned on or off with a simple press of a button. The globe is fun, educational and portable. Launch date: 2008. 3/25/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Phlat Ball Tornado by SPIN MASTER TOYS

The ball features aerodynamic tail fins that allow it to transform from a flat spinning disc into a spiraling football. Simply increase the time delay for disc play and long throws, or decrease the time delay for quick transformation and big spiraling action.  Short passes and long bombs are all possible with the adjustable Time Zone Dial. 3/25/2008 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

MiniGlider by GLIDE BIKES

Alloy Mini Glider fits kids 2-6 years old. Same Proven Geometry as PV Glider. Designed in the USA. Lightweight - only 8 LBS. No maintenance "air-free" tires Comes with tool to assemble in less than a minute. Availabe in Red Candy Apple and Candy Blue Metallic Paint. Suitable for boy or girl. Really sparkles in the light. The only balance bike with pegs to rest feet. Patent Pending) ( Watch Video) 3/25/2008 (Price: $99.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Okiedog - Fropper by INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC

The ride-on is intended for toddlers over the age of 18 months. The ride-on features a unique spring system that links the two-level seat, a curved seat for security and caster wheels that make changing direction easy. The ride-on can fold into a fraction of its original size, making it convenient for parents to carry and store. Launch date: December 2007.
— “Fropper by International Playthings…we sold every one as soon as they came in and we have them on back order,” Kathy Byrd, owner of Fantasy Island Toys in Fairhope, Ala., told TDmonthly.
— “Fropper is new and doing well,” Josh Darby, manager of Toy Up in Little Rock, Ark., told TDmonthly in early 2008.
— Two of 45 retailers who spoke with TDmonthly in early 2008 singled out the Fropper as their stores’ most popular ride-on. The Fropper continued to be a favorite into spring 2010, cited by two of 37 retailers during a TDmonthly survey on best-selling ride-ons, with sales of two to 10 per month.

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California Chariot - Skoooch™ by MARKY SPARKY TOYS

The dual-footboard scooter features dual rear skids, a front-caliper hand brake, an MX-style front tire, a non-skid footboard, a dual rear urethane wheel and a foam handlebar pad. Minimal assembly is required.
— “Skoooches by California Chariot…we sell about four a month” Nancy Hay, owner of Toy Works in Fort Worth, Texas, told TDmonthly.
— This item is one of the two best-selling ride-on toys in Tucson, Ariz.’s Mrs. Tiggy Winkles, manager Lisette Demars told TDmonthly.
— Two of 45 retailers who spoke with TDmonthly in early 2008 singled out the Skoooch as their stores’ most popular ride-on. 3/24/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bratz Kidz™ 18pc Hopscotch Set by MGA ENTERTAINMENT

The game comes with eleven foam mats that interlock together like a puzzle, four heart-shaped hopscotch markers, three colorful chalks and a clear vinyl bag for easy storage and transport. Each die-cut mat is numbered for easy assembly and comes art that kids can punch out and use as a stencil. The game is great for indoor or outdoor play. 3/20/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bratz™ Play Sportz™ Foldable Aluminum Scooter by MGA ENTERTAINMENT

The aluminum scooter features height adjustment capability, fold ability for easy storage and transport, a no-slip safety grip footboard, a customized footboard shape and a Bratz design. 3/20/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bratz™ Hop N' Shout Jump Rope by MGA ENTERTAINMENT

The custom mylar braided pink jump rope comes with colorful streamers. Each handle reads “Bratz.” 3/20/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Shrek® Bowling by MGA ENTERTAINMENT

In this bowling game, the character pins Shrek, Donkey, Fiona, Puss in Boots, Gingy and Pinocchio sing and talk until they are knocked down. The character pins can be set to both sing and talk as players bowl, or taunt players in unique ways as players attempt to knock them down. The game is perfect for indoor or outdoor use, and comes with a sound box-equipped vinyl bowling mat, six character pins, one bowling ball and eight outdoor ground stakes. 3/20/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Toad Toss'n by DRIVEWAY GAMES COMPANY LLC

The floating bean bag toss game consists of a 36” x 24” wedge target that inflates and floats like a raft and eight frog-shaped waterproof bean bags. Lilly pad scoring zones add a fun, new twist to the game. The game can be played on land or in a pool. "It takes the fun and huge popularity of traditional lawn bean bag toss to the swimming pool, indoors and beyond with the first-of-its-kind inflatable, floating target and toss bean bags," President Justin Greiwe of Driveway Games Company told TDmonthly. This product was named a 2008 Toy of the Year by Creative Child Magazine. Launch date: June 1, 2008. ( Watch Video) 3/17/2008 (Price: $16.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Glow-and-Throw UFO Flying Disc by STAMOS ENTERPRISES

Users can create hundreds of different colorful and 3D flying shapes and designs with this illuminated or lighted flying disc. Each colorful light appears as its own 3D flying shape. Awards: 2009 Top Toy of the Year, Creative Child Magazine. Launch date: January 2008. ( Watch Video) 3/17/2008 (Price: $12.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

ESPN Better Batter™ Baseball by FISHER-PRICE INC.

This batting trainer’s tee-free design makes learning to hit the baseball fun and easy. Kids simply tap the plate and a ball will automatically load. The mechanical arm drops down, picks up a baseball, then raises right back to position. The trainer even comes equipped with sound effects, baseball “chatter,” ESPN music and height adjustment capability. One bat and three baseballs are included. Launch date: June 2008. 3/17/2008 (Price: $40.00)