Monday, January 24, 2011

Yaktrax Pro Traction Cleats for Snow and Ice

Yaktrax Walker Ice Grippers SmallEnjoy better traction, confidence, and safety while hiking on packed snow or ice with this set of Yaktrax Pro traction cleats. Boasting a patented spikeless coil design, the Yaktrax Pro cleats let you move about naturally with the same solid grip you're accustomed to on dry surfaces. As a result, you can walk or run as you normally would, giving you stability on ice and snow like you've never felt before. The cleats are made of high-strength, abrasion-resistant 1.4 mm steel coils and heavy-duty natural rubber. This helps the cleats easily conform to the shape of your boot or shoe. The SkidLock coils also provide 360 degrees of traction on cold surfaces, so you'll feel stable in all directions. And because the Yaktrax Pro cleats are safe in temperatures as low as -41 degrees Fahrenheit, you'll be able to wear the cleats in a variety of environments, from Wisconsin winter streets to the icy slopes of Mount Rainier. The Yaktrax Pro cleats are available in small, medium, large, and extra-large sizes.

Product Description

The Yaktrax Pro will instantly give you better traction, confidence and safety on packed snow or ice. Move about naturally with the same solid grip that you are accustomed to on dry surfaces. Walk or run as you normally would and experience stability on ice and snow like you have never felt before. Made with high strength, abrasion resistant 1.4 mm steel coils and heavy duty natural rubber material, the Yaktrax Pro easily conforms to the shape of your boot or shoe. With its patented SkidLock coil design, the Yaktrax Pro provides 360 degrees of traction on packed snow and ice and can be worn in temperatures as low as -41-degrees Fahrenheit. 

Yaktrax's are unbeatable. They give the greatest traction in all icy conditions. I run a high mountain camp and have tried many ice traction devises. In icy conditions, CAUTION, is always the most important factor, no matter what the devise. In walking indoors all devises can be hazardous, it depends on the care you use while walking. My staff and I have used Yaktrax's for years. For inside staff, regular Yaktrax's are the best. They put them on to walk from their cabin or car to the office and pop them off once inside. For my outside staff, the Yaktrax Pro's can't be beat. They are rugged and don't ware out. The strap over the front of the boot keeps them in place in most situations. When coming inside it is best and easiest to slip the boots off and to step into indoor shoes. For long Life - take a little time - when putting "Trax's" on, make sure they slip into the grooves in the soles of the boots and if the end of a spring starts to catch, use a pair of pliers to squeeze it back into place. The Yaktrax Pro's I have on now have lasted me for three years and counting.

Tuesday, January 18, 2011

How to put on Stilts

 Moon Shoes - black

Jumping stilts are cool, but it's important to put them on correctly before you do anything with them. This eHow can walk you through the process of doing just that. Then it's up to you to start jumping.

Instructions

  1. Put on your knee pads. That's the first step in putting on your stilts. Safety first. Make sure the knees pads are just below your knee because that's where the control arm of the stilts is going to hit when you start doing some moves in your stilts.
  2. Slip your foot through the control arm as you put on your stilts, and place it on the base of the stilt. Position your heel and your calf so that they touch the calf support.
  3. Fasten the straps around your feet as you put on your stilts. Do this as tightly as possible because you don't want your stilts slipping off while you're doing some trick or jumping.
  4. Do the same with the last strap that's located near your knee: this strap needs to be as tight as you can manage without cutting off your circulation. You do not want your stilts coming off while you're jumping or anything else.
  5. Take your time putting on your stilts. Putting your stilts on improperly or not tightening your straps tightly enough is a sure fire way to have an accident or worse. Be careful and cautious in your preparations.

Saturday, January 8, 2011

Razor Cruiser Scooter

Razor Cruiser Scooter (Sweet Pea)Razor A5 Lux ScooterRazor Cruiser Scooter
Let your kid cruise the sidewalk in style with the Razor Cruiser Scooter. Outfitted with a wide, flexible weight-absorbing wood deck and large 125 mm urethane wheels, the scooter is safe and easy to ride, with a patented rear fender brake helping the rider stay in control. The adjustable handlebars, meanwhile, accommodate riders of several different heights, so you needn't worry should your youngster undergo a growth spurt. Finally, the scooter's patented folding system breaks down in seconds, making it easy to carry the unit in the trunk of a car or on the city bus. Measuring 8.5 by 27 by 4 inches (W x H x D) and weighing 8.25 pounds, the scooter is designed for children ages 5 and older. Key Features:
  • For ages 5 and older
  • Extra-wide flexible wood deck
  • 125mm wheel Size
  • 180-pound maximum user weight
  • Weighs 8.25 pounds
  • Measures 8.5 by 27 by 4 inches (W x H x D)
  • Adjustable handlebars
About Razor
Founded in June 2000, Razor USA, LLC is a privately held company based in Cerritos, California and holds the worldwide rights to the Razor® brand. Home of the wildly popular Razor kick scooter, Razor has other scooters like the E100, E200, and E300--all electric scooters. The cutting-edge line of Razor products also includes the Dirt Rocket, Pocket Mod, Pocket Rocket, Ground Force, a line of electric powered ride-on toys, and a junior line of scooters. Razor also offers an action video--RVM--featuring Team Razor (pro scooter athletes ages 9 to 20, who tour the world participating in demonstrations and competitions). Razor has numerous awards including Toy Industry Association's Toy of the Year, and Toy of the Year honors from TIME, Parents, Parenting, Sports Illustrated for Kids, Nick Jr., and U.S. News & World Report.

Product Description

Ride in style on the Razor® Cruiser Sweet Pea scooter. It's designed in cheerful pink, with adjustable handlebars and a patented folding system that allows easy storage and transportation. The rear fender brake is easy to master. 
 
 I've been riding this scooter almost daily for 8 months to and from work traveling approx 2 miles a day so thought I'd post a quick review. I would thoroughly recommend it with one exception - if you are going to use it for more than a couple of minutes, it is too short for anyone over 5 feet tall. I'm 5'1" and it is acceptable for my 12 minute ride. Ideally, I'd like to have a higher handlebar.

I suspect those positive reviewers who said they were much taller did not ride the scooter as much as I have, or for any length of time or they would get a sore back.


Pros

- great price
- wooden board is much bigger and more comfortable ride
- bigger wheels make it safer to ride on pavements

Cons

- Handlebar height is not high enough for anyone over 5' tall
- A piece of the plastic protecting the folding latch has started to come off due to the plastic breaking. Not a big deal at the moment.

Roller Derby Hybrid G900 Womens Inline Skates

 Roller Derby Hybrid G900 Womens Inline Skates, Size 8Roller Derby Hybrid G900 Mens Inline Skates, Size 10

Product Description

Roller Derby's Hybrid G900 is a great skate for the entry level skater. The Deluxe Soft Boot Fit System provides a comfortable fit with support and performance. The aircraft aluminum frame, 80mm Speed Formula Wheels, and Bevo ABEC-9 bearings ensures a smooth and comfortable ride. 

Product Features

  • External aero dynamic soft boot design with proflex system, ultra heel & ankle support system, tri-closure system of laces
  • Aircraft aluminum frame
  • 80mm speed formula urethane wheels
  • Bevo abec9 bearing
A brief synopsis: I have a pair of Rollerblade brand inline skates that are about 13 years old. They are a hard shell boot and I thought it was time for replacement. I began looking and especially liked the new hybrid type of boot, a combination of hard and soft shell materials which allows for greater ventilation/airflow and comfort-ability.

I knew what I wanted so it made the search easier. I wanted a hybrid boot; light, specifically searched for aluminum frames. I also wanted an 80mm wheel with very good bearings; either rated in the 7 or 9 category.

With my requirements; wah-la... I came across the Roller Derby Hybrid G900 inline skates. Out of the box, they looked great. The boot was attractive and the support system looked solid. The frame was light, the bearings quiet and 80mm urethane wheels. Unfortunately, I did not receive any instructions as to the care of the skates. Regardless, I could not wait to hit the pavement.

Upon my first adventure, the Hybrid G900 felt a little off. One boot was perfectly fine, while the other seemed loose (specifically my heel didn't sit right) no matter how much I re-adjusted my foot and how much I tightened it into the boot cavity. I persisted and noticed a lot of resistance in my ride. I expected to obtain certain speeds but encountered a lot of drag that prevented me without enormous effort. Ok, I thought to myself; perhaps they just need to be broken in. After all, I haven't bought new inline skates in 13 years.

I also wanted to mention that on the box of the Roller Derby Hybrid G900, there was an address for Roller Derby and an email address; no phone number. I decided to contact the company to see if this resistance was by design or simply a flaw. I made two (2) attempts in emailing them but received no replies; a bit disappointing.

I went out a total of 5 times, expecting better results. The friction was so bad that it prevented me from 180° and 360° turns. It definitely is not the Bevo Abec 9 Bearings. While testing, the wheels spin freely on the skates when not being worn. My speculation is that the urethane wheel material is "too" soft and that when the skates are on, there is too much friction against the pavement which essentially causes a slow ride and to certain extents uncontrollability, especially noticed in turns. After sever attempts, neither the boot comfort nor the resistance seemed to change. Therefore, I decided to return the skates.

Perhaps, the Roller Derby Hybrid G900 make a great "beginner" skate but as I classify myself as an intermediate skater; these skates did not fit the bill. So, if you're just starting out inline skating and want to `definitely' not go to fast - these skates may be for you.

I began to my quest to find a new skate.NEW Womens DC Surf & Skate Hoodie Sweatshirt Jacket (Size:S) I decided to go back to the "Rollerblade" brand since I had a very good experience with my 13 year old pair. I encountered the Rollerblade Wing 10 skate. It has a soft and hard shell hybrid boot, an aluminum frame, lite 80mm wheels, and SG7 bearings. I bought these while the Roller Derby brand was being returned. Upon receipt of the Rollerblade Wing 10 inline skates, I immediately put them on and went out skating. Instantaneously, I noticed the extreme boot comfort and the resistance-free ride. No drag and I was able to make loose and tight turns without any issues. Excited, I went out for a 3 mile ride. The Rollerblade Wing 10 inline skates are a keeper! These skates were twice as much as the Roller Derby brand; but you get what you pay for.  



I just got these. Awesome bearings, good wheel size, the boot is comfortable enough and feels secure. It's a great quality for this price, last season is my guess.
The previous reviewer is wrong about sizing, skates should fit as tight as possibly without being uncomfortable: you toes should touch the front when your legs are straight, but not touch it when you bend your knees. I'm an 8 with a medium width and these in a size 8 with sports socks are perfect. Remember liners mold to your feet, you buy one size up and your feet will start to flop around... not very safe. You are not supposed to feel like you are wearing slippers, so get you true size. 


I got these and they are awesome and fast. Great price here with amazon and free shipping no other store could beat their price. Comfy well padded skate. Where else can you get an abec 9 bearing on a skate under $70? I do recommend ordering one size up from reg shoe size. I wear an 8 and ordered the 9 and its a perfect fit. size 8 was way too tight.

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Ripstik Caster Board

Best described as a cross between a skateboard and a snowboard, the Ripstik caster board is the perfect ride for kids looking for the next big thrill. The board is distinguished by its pivoting deck and 360-degree inclined caster trucks, which offer a snowboard-like carving ability. A simple weight transfer lets you turn or accelerate without pushing, just like when you're carving down the slopes.


The Ripstik's unique twisting motion moves you forward with out ever pushing off the ground.

The board offers such features as spiked traction pads, a kick tail and nose, and a concave deck design, which combine to improve your foot control--a must for tricks. And thanks to the 76mm polyurethane wheels and precision ABEC-5 bearing casters, skaters will enjoy a smooth ride on almost any type of pavement. Designed for children 8 years and up, the Ripstik's plastic end platforms and metal torsion beam support up to 220 pounds. Key Features:
  • Inclined caster trucks
  • Concave deck platforms
  • Traction plates
  • Kick nose
  • Kick tail
  • Rubber-padded handle
  • Torsion bar
  • 76-millimeter polyurethane wheels
  • High-performance ABEC-5 bearings
  • For ages 8 years and older
  • 220-pound rider weight capacity





Product Description

The new Ripstick combines all the fun and excitement of surfing and snowboarding and puts it on wheels. Inspired by the classic shape and design of a skateboard, the Ripstick looks like something out of the future. Instead of the traditional four-wheel skateboard, this amazing board can make smooth, quick 360-degree turns on just two wheels. Just stand on the sturdy traction plates and subtle movements propel the Ripstick even up a hill! The front and rear flexible panels are controlled by a spring-oriented bar located on the top of the wheels. The rugged polyurethane wheels are 77mm/85A with ABEC-5 bearings. Separating the two traction plates is a padded rubber carrying handle. Measures 33.5" long x 10" wide. Weighs 8 lbs. Wear helmet and pads for safety. 90-day warranty.

Hijax Advanced Stilts


Hijax Advanced Stilts 
When you think back to Christmas morning as a kid.. what was the best gift you ever received? Two stand out for me. In 1974 I got a classic wooden runner sled with red, white and blue stars from Santa. First thing I saw when I walked into the room Christmas morning and used it ever winter for the next 12+ years. I certainly miss the old sleds when I walk through Target or Toys R Us during the winter and see all the plastic. Second... 1979 was all about Star Wars. I received 5-6 vehicles and play sets from the movie. Millennium Falcon, X-Wing and that classic 3 story Death Star play set with the trash compactor room. Up until that time I had the figures but no vehicles. Totally awesome morning. I still enjoy looking at the photos of that morning. To be young again... 

Product Description


See Hijax Stilts on YouTube. If you want to see active kids getting a full workout while having fun, visit YouTube and search for Hijax Stilts. You will be amazed!

Easy-to-use hip high handles eliminate the bar under the armpits and behind the shoulders allowing the flexibility to run, race, jump rope, and dance as seen on YouTube.

Great for improving balance and coordination.

Also available in Junior and Standard size.

Hiijax stilts have been made in America by Extex Toys, Inc. since 1989.

We specialize in active toys for active kids.