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Shimano Men's SH-MT23 Cycling Shoes $74.95 If youre getting into mountain biking the Men's Shimano SH-MT23 Cycling Shoes are the perfect choice to get you started. These low-profile casual mountain bike shoes can be used on and off the bike. Learn how to clip in for more efficient pedaling by adding the SPD cleats, and if you arent sure of riding a section clipped in, its easy to walk through with the semi-aggressive lugs on the rubber outsole for optimal traction.

Shimano Women's SH-WM51 Cycling Shoes $99.95 Shimano Women's SH-WM51 Cycling Shoes

The Cycling Bible $25.7 The Cycling Bible is an essential companion for those new to cycling, riding for fitness or interested in road racing, as well as for mountain bike ...

Giro Men's Privateer Mountain Bike Shoes $149.95 Get in the groove with the Men's Giro Privateer Mountain Bike Shoes. Made with a supple microfiber upper and the stiffest-in-class DuPont Zytel nylon outsole--for improved breathability and rigidity, these mountain riding wonders also accommodate steel toe spikes to give you traction when you need it most. Plus, molded EVA footbeds and an Aegis anti-microbial treatment give the Giro Privateer Mountain Bike Shoes for men the added support and anti-odor properties you look for in all your cycling footwear.

TeamCyclist: Different Types of Cycling Shoes

In this article presented by TeamCyclist, we will tackle the most important gear: the cycling shoes. There are many types of cycling shoes designed for various kinds of cycling. Knowing the difference and similarities between each type is important.

Cycling shoes have many great purposes. One of which is power. The durability of a pair of cycling shoes gives your feet extensive power that you need in cycling. Another is protection. Your cycling shoes serve as your feet's shield against scratches, blisters, and other kinds of trauma. Lastly, comfort can be achieved with a nice pair of cycling shoes. Comfort is necessary especially when you track on long roads. Below are the different types of cycling shoes:

• Casual Cycling Shoes – This type of cycling shoes are designed for beginners or those who consider cycling as leisure. But being a standard cycling shoe it does not necessarily mean that it does not perform well. Casual cycling shoes are very comfortable to wear allowing the cyclist to flexibly use his feet. It also has a good grip to pedals which would make cycling (and walking) for novices easier.

• Road Cycling Shoes – The special feature of this type of cycling shoes is speed. Road Cycling Shoes are designed to give optimum stability of your feet while pedaling. The fitting keeps the feet firmly in place so sliding on pedals is prevented. The top part of the shoes was made breathable so your feet can have proper ventilation. There are cleats attached on the bottom of the shoes to have a good grip of the pedals. Most Road Cycling Shoes are not detachable to their cleats which make it non-ideal for walking.

• Off-road Cycling Shoes – This type is also called Mountain Biking Shoes. Off-road cycling involves passing through numerous and irregular terrains which are very difficult to pedal on. Off-road cycling shoes have smaller cleats and stud linings on the soles. It provides grater grip on the pedals and also are great for mountain hiking. It also is very comfortable because of the rubber soles with tread patterns. The curve at the ball of the foot transfers power from the ball part to the toes part.

• Downhill Cycling Shoes – The Downhill Cycling Shoes is similar to Off-road Cycling Shoes when it comes to comfort and function. However, since downhill cycling is more dangerous and radical than all other types, downhill cycling shoes comes with toe caps which protect the toes from injuries. Risky stunts are often performed in downhill cycling which makes cyclists prone to ankle twisting and sprains. Downhill Cycling Shoes prevents this from happening. When in the verge of crashing down, you can easily detach your feet from the pedals because the bottoms of soles are flat.

These are the different types of cycling shoes. You can either choose one which is best for the type of cycling you do, or own every type there is for more challenging adventures. Know more about cycling shoes from quality brands by visiting TeamCyclist.

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Beach Cruiser $14.4 Beach Cruiser

SE Rip Style Beach Cruiser Bike Black 26" $299.99 Ride around the beach in style with a beach cruiser, perfect for the conditions of the ocean. With gears that can handle the sand and salt, the bike is a must have for anyone who lives near the beach or is visiting an ocean locale. The bike comes with a coaster break and double spring rip style seat. The pedals are made with polypropylene and the grips are Velo Kraton. The 26 inch bike is a new style and will certainly make a great choice for beach goers everywhere.Key Features of the SE Rip Style Beach Cruiser Bike: Frame: Rear End Fork: Landing Gear Crankset: 3-pc SE Steel, Euro BB, 170mm, 44T Pedals: FPD Polypropylene Body w/Boron Axle Chain: KMC Z-410 Wheelset: 36H, 20T Tires: Innova, 2.125" F&R Brakes: KT Coaster Brake Headset: 1" Threaded Handlebar:24. 24 8" Wide 8" Wide Stem: 1" Alloy Grips: Velo Kraton Seat: Rip Style w/ Double Spring Seat post: Alloy, 27.2 Weight, kg/lbs: 31.50lbs / 14.30kgs

SE Rip Style Beach Cruiser Bike Blue 26" $299.99 Hit the road with this Rip Style Beach Cruiser bicycle from S.E. Bikes. Designed for the casual roadmaster and sporting a distinctly vintage style - hey, bikes were comfortable back in the day! The Rip Style from S.E. is a fantastic choice for weekend rides on paved trails and roads alike. Tuned for balance and a relaxed cycling experience, this isn't a model you'd want to take off road, unless you're looking for a challenge - but for everything else, it's an excellent choice.Key Features of the SE Rip Style Beach Cruiser Bike: Frame: Rear End Fork: Landing Gear Crankset: 1-pc SE Steel, American BB, 170mm, 44T Pedals: FPD Polypropylene Body w/Boron Axle Chain: KMC Z-410 Wheelset: 36H, 20T Tires: Innova, 2.125" F&R Brakes: KT Coaster Brake Headset: 1" Threaded Handlebar:24. 24 8" Wide 8" Wide Stem: 1" Alloy Grips: Velo Kraton Seat: Rip Style w/ Double Spring Seat post: Alloy, 27.2 Weight, kg/lbs: 31.50lbs / 14.30kgs

SE Big Style Single Speed Beach Cruiser Bike Black Matte 29" $298.95 We upped the ante this year in the beach cruiser world with the addition of the 29" Big Style beach cruiser - clearly the largest beach cruiser on the market. Like it's 26" little brother & sister, it comes with a double down tube frame, looptail rear end, and of course, Landing Gear forks. 5' 5" Min HeightKey Features of the SE Big Style Single Speed Beach Cruiser Bike 29": Frame:Hi-Ten SE Cruiser, Double Downtube, Looptail Rear End, Bottom Bracket Kickstand Mount Fork:Landing Gear Crankset:1-pc SE Steel, American BB, 170mm, 40T Pedals:Barefoot Pedals w/ Boron Axle Chain:KMC Z-410 Wheelset:KT Front Hub, KT Coaster Brake Rear Hub w/ Alloy Rims, 36H, Stainless Spokes, 18T Tires:Innova, 2.125" F & R Brakes:KT Coaster Brake Brake levers:Nil Headset:1" Threaded Handlebar:29" Wide Stem:1" Alloy Grips:Velo Kraton Seat:Big Style w/ Double Spring Seat post:SE Straight Post Extras:Kickstand Weight:38lbs / 17.27kgs

Schwinn Southport Women's 26" Cruiser Bike $173.61 Cruise around your neighborhood in style with the Schwinn Southport women's cruiser bike. Outfitted with a durable steel frame, cruiser-style handlebars, and a rigid fork, the Southport is an ideal choice for beach towns and riverside bike paths. The bike also features seven-speed SRAM grip shifters, which make it a breeze to change gears, along with sure-stopping alloy linear pull brakes. Other details include 26-inch wheels, lightweight yet strong aluminum-alloy rims, a free wheel hub that allows you to pedal backwards without the brakes engaging, a padded saddle, a chain guard, and platform pedals.

Schwinn 26" Southport Men's Cruiser Bike $165.25 Cruise around your neighborhood in style with the Schwinn Southport men's cruiser bike. Outfitted with a durable steel frame, cruiser-style handlebars, and a rigid fork, the Southport is an ideal choice for beach towns and riverside bike paths. The bike also features seven-speed SRAM grip shifters, which make it a breeze to change gears, along with sure-stopping alloy linear pull brakes. Other details include 26-inch wheels, a free wheel hub that allows you to pedal backwards without the brakes engaging, a padded saddle, a chain guard, and platform pedals.

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Carson Beach Cruiser Garden Flag $12.99 Carson Beach Cruiser garden flag. Flags are a perfect way to decorate your home for all seasons. Size: 13"x18".

Keen Women's Coronado Cruiser Shoes $79.95 When you're talking about shoes destined for a big beach balloon tire ride, the Keen Coronado Cruiser Shoes Women's was designed to do that with soul. Built with environmental sustainability in mind, these natural canvas shoes feature recyclable aluminum eyelets and recycled rubber sole to deliver warm weather laid-back summer comfortable on or off the bike. Layered in the sole is a panel of soft rubber under the ball of the foot for a better grip on the pedals, while a KEEN.CORK footbed molds to the feet for personalized comfort. The Coronado Cruiser continues the tradition of delivering with the same comfort, support and toe protection your have come to expect from Keen.

Keen Men's Coronado Cruiser Shoes $79.95 When you're talking about shoes destined for a big beach balloon tire ride, the Keen Coronado Cruiser Shoes Men's was designed to do that with soul. Built with environmental sustainability in mind, these natural canvas shoes feature recyclable aluminum eyelets and recycled rubber sole to deliver warm weather laid-back summer comfortable on or off the bike. Layered in the sole is a panel of soft rubber under the ball of the foot for a better grip on the pedals, while a KEEN.CORK footbed molds to the feet for personalized comfort. The Coronado Cruiser continues the tradition of delivering with the same comfort, support and toe protection your have come to expect from Keen.

Aluminium Beach Cruiser Bike Is The Best

Most of the beach cruiser enthusiasts are confused what kind of beach cruiser they should—Aluminium Cruiser or Steel Cruiser? Well, this article is for those who do not understand the difference between various beach cruisers. This article will help you choose the best cruiser suiting to your requirements and aspirants.  

Some decades ago, most bicycles were manufactured in the USA. Beach Cruisers offered by Schwinn, Electra, Nirve and others were considered as the top brands in the USA's Beach Cruiser market. But today things are very different...very advanced. Most of the bikes are manufactured either in China or Taiwan. The outsourcing has helped the US based entrepreneurs in making lot of money. The plants based in China or Taiwan are highly advanced and pretty innovative. The same plant can be used to manufacture baby buggies and beach bikes. Surprising isn't it? Outsourcing, however, has made two significant impacts on the US' beach cruiser market. The first impact is the rate of bicycles. The rates have fallen steeply over the last three decades. The only setback is that growing competition and consumers' interest in cheap products, the quality of bicycles has deteriorated significantly. The present market comes with a warning: beware customer. In addition, the market is flooded with loads of bicycles brands with different prices and quality.  The rising culture of use and throw has also led to mushroom growth of beach bicycle manufacturers. According to reports, most of the people tend to keep bicycles for just 1-2 seasons. The most amazing this is that bike manufacturers openly announce that life cycle of their product is not more than 2 seasons.

However, there is a major class of people who strongly focuses on quality only. For those who like quality, we suggest two approaches. First, study and analyse the welds on the bicycle. The poor quality bicycles will show weld puddles at the joints and will not be as smooth as the quality ones. Second, purchase bike manufactured in the US (locally) not the ones manufactured in China. Problem behind outsourced products is that quality standard in such countries is very different (lower) than ours. Over the years, Chinese manufacturers have tried to improve quality and set higher quality norms so that outsourcing is not dented. But it will take really a long time when the quality controls are properly implemented in China or Taiwan. Until then, one has to take care and stay alert!

Coming back to our initial topic of discussion—difference in steel and aluminium beach cruisers, the first thing you will note is the difference in built. In case you are looking for a light weight beach cruiser, you should go for aluminium beach cruiser. They are light and corrosion free. It will be relatively costlier than the steel one. People staying nearby beach or those who regularly visit beaches should certainly go for aluminium bikes. The rising popularity of aluminium has prompted the manufacturers to focus on this type of bikes. And now we see loads of bikes in the market made up of aluminium. So when you go to market to purchase bike, choose aluminium bike only.

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Bike Shop $4.99 We believe it is important to preserve what makes music special, and make it easy to craft listening experiences. At MOG, browse millions songs and play them instantly. Or just turn on radio where you can stop and replay songs. You can also create playlists for any occasion, and even download songs to your mobile. We are dedicated to employing the cleanest but most powerful technology so you can enjoy music as much as ever.

Flick Trix Bike Shop Set $14.99 Includes 1 complete bike, 1 extra bike frame/forks, 2 extra rims, 2 extra tyres, 1 extra handlebar, number plate, tool, additional grip sets, pads, sticker sheet, extra crank/sprocket/pedal set, bike stand and carry case. Contents vary. Suitable for ages 9 years and over. Customise your authentic mini BMX bike with loads of extra Bike Shop parts. WARNING(S): Not suitable for children under 3 years old. Only for domestic use.

What Happens at a Bike Shop? $18.93 This book is in New - Excellent condition

Disapearing Bike Shop $4.39 No Synopsis Available

Official Licensed Garda Bike $12.99 An authentic replica used by Guardians of the Peace, Ireland's national police service. Working rear suspension and kickstand. From Irish Decal Products, Dublin. Platform 6 x 2 1/2.

Patch The Porcupine And The Bike Shop Job $15.95 A porcupine learns important problem-solving skills while keeping a Can Do Attitude. This story demonstrates how to overcome frustration when learning something new...

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Bike Repair & Maintenance For Dummies $8.99 By coupling step-by-step instructions and detailed photos and illustrations, Bike Repair & Maintenance For Dummies gives readers the information they need to keep their bikes in working order, often without taking it to the shop.

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Racor Aluminum Bike and Ladder Lift $65.99 ALUMINUM BIKE AND LADDER LIFT Aluminum Folding Bike and Ladder Lift frees up valuable garage and shop floor space! Lifts bikes, ladders and other hard to store items to ceilings up to 12-ft. Cam lock secures rope with every pull Made from rust and chemical proof heavy gauge aluminum Racor's® Aluminum Bike and Ladder Lift gives you the edge you need to keep bulky, awkward items off the floor of your garage...gives you more space to operate! Heavy gauge aluminum provides years of service and the unique rail design provides easy mounting along ceiling joists, or perpendicular to joists without first mounting to a board.

Treasury of Storybook Classics DVD Set - New Packaging! $99.95 Watch as a treasury of 100 classic childrens storybooks are brought to life on DVD, including Chicka Chicka Boom Boom; Chrysanthemum; Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type; Corduroy; Curious George Rides a Bike; Good Night Gorilla; Harold and the Purple Crayon; Harry the Dirty Dog; Is your Mama a Llama?; Make Way for Ducklings; The Snowy Day; Strega Nona; The Teacher from the Black Lagoon; There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly; and Where the Wild Things Are. Buy your childs favorite 100 storybooks and surprise them with the added bonus of a DVD.

Sharon Osbourne Extreme : My Autobiography (Hardcover) $24.99 As the daughter of notorious rock manager Don Arden, Sharon Osbournes childhood was an unruly mix of glamour and violence. In her late 20s, Sharon finally made the painful decision to break with her family. Always irrepressible, Sharon flourished, creating a loving family of her own while becoming a legendary manager and rockband promoter. In rock star Ozzy Osbourne, Sharon found her soul mate, yet Ozzys drug and drink-fuelled excesseswhich culminated in his attempt to strangle hermade their marriage a whiteknuckle ride from the start; only her devotion to their three children gave her the will to survive. From the tremendous highs of the hit show The Osbournes to the lows of Ozzys near-fatal quad-bike accident and her own bout with colon cancer, Sharons tenacity, honesty, and humour have triumphed again and again.

A Toddler Bike Shopping Checklist

The question on mom and dad's mind when selecting a bicycle for their youngster is what type of bike is right. Most parents limit themselves to a tricycle or training wheel bike. A trike seems most simple, but it doesn't really get a little boy or girl any closer to riding a bike. Bicycles and training wheels are often the first bicycle for a child, but nearly any kid age 2-4 is to small and weak to control a 20 lb bike. There are options for parents who want to give their child the best opportunity to learn to ride a bike early.

Parents shopping for a bike for children under the age of five will benefit from a revolutionary product known as a toddler bike or balance bike. These neat little bikes have no pedals, chains or sprokets. A child will move the toddler bike with their feet. While they are designed for small riders these bikes still differ in size, so mom and dad should think through the following before making a purchase.

1. The bikes height in comparison to the inseam measurement of a child are paramount in selecting the right bike for your child. Consult a balance bike sizing chart online to check the bike's seat height. A proper seat height is one inch lower than your child's inseam measurement.

2. The material a bike is made from is worth consdiering as well. Balance bikes come in wooden versions and metal/aluminum framed models. There are children who are comforted by the "toy" appearance of a wood bike. Bikes made from steel are more durable and have a greater range of adjustment available as a child grows.

3. A bike's weight is also a very important aspect of a balance bike purchase. Fortunately, a wide selection of balance bikes weigh at least half or less the weight of a traditional pedal bike. Still, some balance bikes are in a class of ultra-light bikes and even easier to maneuver.

4. What the tires are made of is another part of the decision process. The vast majority of toddler bikes have either air tires or foam tires. An air tires boast better grip and traction, but the EVA foam tires are puncture-proof.

5. Like any big ticket purchase, cost is another factor. You will pay more for a balance bike then a bike at WalMart. The majority of toddler bikes retail for between $100 and $150. You may feel like that's a lot to pay for a kid's bike, but consider all the advantages of a toddler bike. Your son or daughter will most likely learn to balance and steer instinctively without you ever having to do anything except put the bike in their vicinity.

Some criticize balance bikes because they argue that kids learn to balance so quickly, the bike without pedals becomes obsolete too fast. While it's true that they should be able to make a quick transition to a pedal bike once they've mastered balance on their toddler bike, the majority of kids who ride balance bikes don't abandon the balance bike quickly. They love these specially designed bikes that are easier to maneuver than a pedal bike and continue to use them even after the pedal bike has become part of their lives.
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Teddy Factory $19.99 Teddy Factory

Teddy: Live In '79 $11.98 Teddy Pendergrass: Live In '79      The only DVD of Teddy in his ’70s prime!In the late ’70s and early ’80s, Teddy Pendergrass was an unstoppable musical force. Having come to fame as lead singer for the hit Philly soul act Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes, he launched a hugely successful solo career and became the first African American artist to earn five Platinum records in a row. A 1982 car accident left him confined to a wheelchair, but he re-entered the studio in 1984 and continued to rack up hits—and sales—throughout the next two decades.For all of Teddy’s record sales and chart success, it’s when he’s on stage that he’s truly in his element. For years, fans have implored him to increase his touring schedule and release some of his classic concerts on DVD. Teddy! Live In ’79, the first DVD to feature Teddy in his early prime, captures the magic and the heat of the mighty soul man’s legendary live performances.Special Feature:"Profiles: Teddy Pendergrass," an in-depth interview with Teddy

Teddy Pendergrass: Live In '82 $16.98 Teddy Pendergrass: Live In '82      Taped at London’s Hammersmith Odeon in 1982, this spectacular concert showcases Teddy at the peak of his powers. Performing hits from his four platinum albums — Teddy Pendergrass, Life Is A Song Worth Singing, Teddy and TP — the R&B legend delights the London crowd with energetic soul stompers and steamy serenades. The concert concludes with a rousing rendition of “Reach Out And Touch (Somebody’s Hand),” as Teddy is joined onstage by an adorable chorus of London school children.Long sought-after by fans because it is the most complete Pendergrass archival concert ever captured on video, containing “Love T.K.O.,” “Turn Off the Lights,” “Close the Door,” and other huge hits.

History of Soccer: The Beautiful Game $49.99 "Some people believe Soccer is a matter of Life & Death…I can assure you that it’s far more important than that!" - Bill Shankly (former manager of Liverpool FC)It’s exhilarating, passionate, glorious, inspiring, fantastic… it’s frustrating, demanding, painful, violent, even tragic. A win can produce a mood of near-religious euphoria. A loss can plunge an entire nation into mourning.This is soccer, the most popular sport to watch and play in the entire world!Through unparalleled footage and exclusive interviews with some of the all-time greats, History of Soccer: The Beautiful Game is the ultimate DVD box set for soccer fanatics gearing up for the World Cup, as well as an insightful overview for new converts.This 7-DVD deluxe box set travels around the globe capturing some of the most inspiring footage ever of this Beautiful Game!

Darkstar: The Interactive Movie [Video Game] $19.95 2 Dual-Density DVDsvar addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};The long-awaited space epic Directed and Produced by J. Allen Williams is NOW finally available on your PC or Macintosh. A tale of murder and deception with nothing less than the fate of humanity at stake, DARKSTAR is a race against the clock in a quest to turn back time itself.Experienced through exploration & discovery, your journey begins on a wrecked starship light years from earth—a world that centuries ago has been annihilated. You are Captain John O’Neil (Clive Robertson) stranded on the starship Westwick with no memory of what has transpired, or even of who you are. Nothing is as it seems, and despite the icy, cold silence...you are not alone.DARKSTAR provides hours of entertainment in both interactive adventure and cinema, and features the entire original cast of Mystery Science Theater 3000 and music by Progressive Sound and MetalWorx. This is also the final performance of the late, great Peter Graves. With more footage than any “game” ever produced (over 13 hours), DARKSTAR is a true interactive animated world with live-action actors.EXTRAS:74-page printable production book23-minute blooper reelLink live to related websites and supportTrailers and MST3K/Cinematic Titanic infoPuzzles, mazes and other fascinating challengesIn-game maps and sound mix capabilityMinimum System Requirements:PC System RequirementsOperating System: Windows XP / Vista / Windows 7Processor: 2 Ghz Intel or equivalentMemory: 2 GB RAMHard Disk Space: 14 GBDirectX 9 Compatible video and sound cardMacintosh System RequirementsOperating System: OS X 10.3.9 or higherProcessor: Intel 1.8 GhzMemory: 2 GB RAMHard Disk Space: 14 GBFor tech & customer support on all DARKSTAR products, please contact www.Darkstar.gs/Support. Please do not contact Shout! Factory. Thank you.

Darkstar: Official Game Guide [PDF Download] $9.95 Darkstar: Official Game Guide [PDF Download]      This All Revealed Guide is a “must-have” companion to your DARKSTAR experience. Though you will want to explore and encounter the adventure on your own the first time through to experience all of the twists and turns without spoilers or assistance, there is much hidden in DARKSTAR that you might miss.This 122-page guide walks you carefully through the entire Interactive Movie allowing you to experience the nearly three dozen death sequences, find hidden “easter eggs”, and fully explore every possibility and fork in the plot. From installation all the way to successfully completing the mission, this guide is fully illustrated with screen shots throughout, and reveals all in this comprehensive companion book.NEW! Includes a separate, printer friendly version as an additional FREE download with this purchase.Available as a printable or screen-viewable Adobe™ Acrobat™ PDF immediate download.For tech & customer support on all DARKSTAR products, please contact www.Darkstar.gs/Support. Please do not contact Shout! Factory. Thank you.

Captain N: The Game Master - The Complete Series $34.98 26 Complete Episodes!Airing on NBC from 1989–1993 and considered the quintessential animated series for gamers, Captain N: The Game Master used its flair for exciting storytelling and the overwhelming popularity of the Nintendo gaming system to gather a large cult following of fans with action, adventure and fun! And now for the first time ever, the entire Captain N: The Game Master series is available on a deluxe 4-DVD box set!The Forces of Chaos, led by the sinister Mother Brain, threatens to conquer the otherwise peaceful universe of Videoland. With one last attempt to defend their home universe, the N-Team (consisting of Princess Lana, Simon Belmont, Kid Icarus, and Mega Man) recruits California teenager Kevin Keene to don the mantle of Captain N, the Game Master! But only as a team can they fend off their rivals successfully, keeping Videoland safe for another day. Captain N: The Game Master features regular appearances by popular Nintendo villains like King Hippo (Mike Tyson’s Punch Out), Dr. Wily (Mega Man), and the Eggplant Wizard (Kid Icarus), and is peppered by special guest appearances from other iconic characters like Link and Princess Zelda (The Legend of Zelda) and even the original Donkey Kong! - Features Closed Captioning

Sweat Hotel Live (CD) $9.99 R&B superstar Keith Sweat, pioneer of new jack swing, reunites with other chart-topping R&B artists and opens the Sweat Hotel Live: starring Teddy Riley, Charlie Wilson, Jackie McGhee, Silk; featuring Lil' G, Kut Klose and Johnny Kemp; with special guest appearances by Monica, Akon, Da Brat and Athena Cage.With an array of talented entertainers on a single stage, Keith Sweat brings back the magic of some of the most memorable music recorded in R&B history on his first-ever live concert DVD and companion CD.Check out a video preview of what you can expect!

Sweat Hotel Live (DVD) $11.98 Keith Sweat is explosive on Sweat Hotel Live, his first-ever live DVD! The R&B superstar, pioneer of new jack swing, reunites with other chart-topping R&B artists on this disc, including Teddy Riley, Charlie Wilson, Jackie McGhee, Silk, Lil' G, Kut Klose and Johnny Kemp. Special guest appearances are made by Monica, Akon, Da Brat and Athena Cage. With an array of talented entertainers on a single stage, Keith Sweat brings back the magic of some of the most memorable music recorded in R&B history on his first-ever live concert DVD. A companion CD of the same name is also available.

Golf Magazine Top 100 Teachers: More Consistency $14.98 The GOLF MAGAZINE Top 100 Teachers have the key to unlock the secrets to a better golf game!GOLF MAGAZINE Top 100 Teachers’ informative and entertaining DVD boasts countless tips from the nation's top golf instructors whose advice fills the pages of GOLF MAGAZINE. Part of a 3-DVD set, MORE CONSISTENCY helps eliminate costly faults and hit more solid shots. Learn from the pros who teach the pros.Also Available is:MORE POWER - Unlock the secrets to a more powerful golf swingMORE UP & DOWNS - Add to your short game arsenal and start shaving strokes off of your game.

Captain N & The New Super Mario World $19.97 In 1991, NBC amped up their Saturday mornings by combining two of their animated powerhouses into one half-hour time slot with Captain N & Super Mario World. This is the quintessential DVD release for gaming fans.Super Mario WorldBased on the hit video game of the same name, Super Mario World completes the animated adventures of Nintendo's iconic heroes, Super Mario Brothers, Princess Toadstool and their new dinosaur friend, Yoshi.Captain N: The Game MasterIn this third and final season of Captain N: The Game Master, Mother Brain (Metroid) and her Forces of Chaos continue to threaten the freedom of Videoland. Only game master Kevin Keene and the N-Team-Princess Lana, Simon Belmont (Castlevania), Mega Man, Kid Icarus and Gameboy-can keep them from conquering the universe. BONUS FEATURESStoryboard to Screen: Opening Title SequenceOriginal Concept Art: Yoshi

Stubbs The Zombie: The Soundtrack $7.98 Companion CD to One of the Most Anticipated Video Games of the Year – Contains Exclusive Tracks Available Nowhere Else.Stubbs The Zombie: The Soundtrack contains specially commissioned covers of ’50s-era songs heard in the game, performed by Cake, The Dandy Warhols, Death Cab For Cutie, The Flaming Lips, Ben Kweller, Phantom Planet, The Raveonettes and others.

The Adventures Of Super Mario Bros 3: The Complete Series $19.97 When it premiered as part of NBC’s Saturday morning line up in the fall of 1990, The Adventures Of Super Mario Bros. 3 helped catapult the record-breaking game on which it was based into video game history. After sending the infamous King Koopa into the Banishment Zone, the heroic plumbers, Mario and Luigi, finally make it home to Brooklyn. But just when the Mushroom People think they’re safe, Koopa escapes and brings with him seven of the most vile creatures the world has ever known, the Koopa Kids!Now only the Super Mario Bros. can rid the Mushroom Kingdom of Koopa and his deviant minions…or can they?

The Legend Of Zelda: The Complete Animated Series $29.98 Link is back to protect Princess Zelda and the Triforce of Wisdom from the clutches of the evil Ganon. The Legend Of Zelda – The Complete Animated Series (spawned from the ’80s Nintendo game) is an exciting classic that captures all of the adventure, action andnostalgia that makes The Legend Of Zelda a beloved fan favorite! The Legend Of Zelda – The Complete Animated Series (all 13 episodes) is available for the first time on this expansive 3-Disc Set.SPECIAL FEATURES• Selected Original Live-Action Segments from The Super Mario Bros. Super Show!• Interactive Legend Of Zelda Match Game• Legend Of Zelda Trivia Quiz• Downloadable Character Sketch Gallery

Going Places $9.98 The Herb Alpert Signature Series continues with three additional titles, including Going Places. Released in October 1965, hot on the heels of the landmark Whipped Cream & Other Delights, Going Places spent 100 weeks in the Top 40, including six weeks at #1. Includes the hit singles “Tijuana Taxi,” “3rd Man Theme,” “Zorba the Greek,” and “Spanish Flea” (later used as the Bachelor’s Theme on The Dating Game.)

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ReBoot: The Definitive Mainframe Edition $69.97 ReBoot: The Definitive Mainframe Edition       "Warning: Incoming Game"This 9-DVD set features the complete series (all four seasons) as well as more bonus features than your CPU can process!Welcome to Mainframe. Home to Guardian Bob, formatted to mend and defend. Join the fast-paced action and adventure as Bob and his friends — Dot, her brother Enzo and his trusty dog Frisket — fend off attacks from the superviruses known as Megabyte and Hexadecimal in their relentless pursuit of chaos and the destruction of Mainframe.Known as the very first completely computer-animated half-hour TV series, ReBoot debuted in the United States on ABC’s Saturday-morning block in 1994 and has captured the hearts and imaginations of kids and gamers ever since!Bonus Features:20-page bookletFast Forward: The Making of ReBootA Look Back at ReBoot with Co-Creator Gavin BlairOriginal Animated Character ModelsCommentaries featuring Producer Christopher Brough, Designer/Storyboard Artist Blair Peters, Animator/Director Zeke Norton, Michael Benyaer (“Bob”), Ian James Corlett (“Glitch Bob”) and Voice Director Michael Donovan (“Phong”/”Mike the TV”)Note: The limited-edition lenticular postcards which accompanied our first run of these sets are now out-of-print.

Superwoman: The Best of Karyn White $9.98 Superwoman: The Best of Karyn White, the first-ever best-of compilation for this gold- and platinum-selling artist, contains every one of her R&B/pop hit singles: “Love Saw It,” “The Way You Love Me,” “Secret Rendezvous,” “The Way I Feel About You,” and her signature smash “Superwoman.” As a special bonus for fans, the collection also includes two brand-new tracks.Karyn White exploded onto the R&B scene in 1988 with her self-titled debut album, which spawned three Top 10 singles and helped establish Antonio “L.A.” Reid & Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds as a hit songwriting/production team. She followed up with Ritual Of Love, a smash album produced by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis in 1991, and in 1994, released Make Him Do Right, produced by the same team. She retired from music at the top of her game in the mid-’90s, but Superwoman: The Best of Karyn White reaffirms that she is one of the most enjoyable soul singers of her time.

ReBoot: Seasons 1 & 2 $29.93 ReBoot: Seasons 1 & 2      "Warning: Incoming Game"All 23 episodes from the first and second seasons on a 4-DVD set.Welcome to Mainframe. Home to Guardian Bob, formatted to mend and defend. Join the fast-paced action and adventure as Bob and his friends — Dot, her brother Enzo and his trusty dog Frisket — fend off attacks from the superviruses known as Megabyte and Hexadecimal in their relentless pursuit of chaos and the destruction of Mainframe.Known as the very first completely computer-animated half-hour TV series, ReBoot debuted in the United States on ABC’s Saturday-morning block in 1994 and has captured the hearts and imaginations of kids and gamers ever since!Please Note: There is a text error on the navigation menu on Disc 1 of the ReBoot series. When navigating by episode, the second page of the Season One episode list says “Season Four” where it should read “Season One.” Rest assured, the content and images contained on that disc are, in fact, taken from Season One. Thanks to the dedicated fans who have brought this to our attention. Please enjoy your ReBoot DVD comfortably knowing you are indeed enjoying the correct episodes in the correct order from Season One. If you would like a replacement disc that corrects this error, feel free to send an email with your order information to info@shoutfactory.com.

How many toys does your baby really need?

A tip from the Baby Doll Boutique:

Just how many toys does a baby need?

Well, your great grandma would tell you back in her day, babies were happy with a doll made from a sock or corn husks, or a teddy made from burlap and stuffed with straw!

Through the progressive years toy producers, albeit factory or small toy shops, strived to come up with safest, the brightest and the most educational toy to be had!

Now many toys are rated by age, and developmental uses, such as puzzles. These have improved from the shape edged, hard board jigsaw shaped puzzles, to the simple smooth shaped with large knobs designed for the youngest of puzzle fans!

All parents want the best or most appropriate toys for their new baby. Martha Mae down the street has wonderfully hand crafted shelves adorning her princess's nursery. Each shelf is carefully organized with specialty toys shipped from the ‘best' toys producers around the word. From exquisite hand embroidered plush blocks, to silver plated rattle.

As we all may have witnessed, toss an empty box to an older baby and watch the fun ensue!

Having the most expensive, the best name brand infant toys do not make a baby any smarter than those given the simpler forms of toys. Sure, the Moms in the baby play group may be envious and the nursery probably looks spectacular, but…..is it really necessary?

 Nowadays, emphasis is on the safety and sterilizing factors of baby toys. Especially in group care facilities, many licensing guidelines insist that toys are able to go through a sterilizing process. Thus, limiting the kinds of baby toys used in the groups. Water proof, hard plastic toys with no metal or leaking seams are most likely to be purchased.

In a home setting, many parents are satisfied with surface washable toys, and those that can soak in the sink with a bit of bleach.

So often babies are inundated with stuffed plush animals that cannot be machine washed and can collect dust, and all the germs that are around a baby. Some are able to be a bit sterilized by tossing in a dryer, using the heat process to help stave off any parasites. I myself have vacuumed a plush collection of furry friends, even setting them in the sun for several hours!

The topic of this article is just how many toys a baby really needs. Some are under the impression that the more a baby has the smarter they will become and even the faster they will learn.

A new baby's brain starts rapidly developing with each stimulus it receives, but…there is only so much we parents can control. Too much stimulation can shut down even the most gifted baby's brain, just to get a break!

Many newborns give us the clues to overstimulation. From the earliest form, of a baby merely averting his gaze away from the stimulation, the baby's way of resting his brain. Some will become fussy, and try to move away. Others just simply nod off!

Many of us have experienced this with even the toddler stage, we may be engaged in what we, adults perceive as a fun activity, only to have the child just fall apart, perhaps in a tantrum, or the child runs off to mommy. We may believe the child to be ungrateful, spoiled or suffering from those dreaded ‘terrible twos', but……..we should consider there is only so much these youngsters can deal with, adults can curb the urge for frustration, but at certain stages of everyone's life those urges are difficult to suppress.

So, is the answer to supply so many toys the child never gets bored and can easily transfer from one toy to another when frustrated? Or perhaps is it better to set out fewer choices, or exchange some toys for those that were put away, thus allowing less frustration and brand new experiences, even with toys used prior.

The youngest of newborns definitely benefit from simple forms of stimulations. Gazing at a caregiver's face, learning to recognize every facial feature. Learning that pleasurable experiences come from the smallest of interactions. See how Mommy reacts when her baby seemingly attempts the first coo! Both baby and mommy are learning through one on one interaction…no toys even involved!

So, you say, hey, we parents can't just sit and entertain our babies with one on one constantly! Hey, even your baby needs a break from..you, too!

So, which toys are best for baby's development and entertainment? As in every baby has its own personality, each has different reactions to different toys. Some a frightened by the soft smiling teddy Grandma insists gets propped in the crib. Some babies light up by the same rattley, over washed lovey doll. Many babies enjoy handling ‘just the right size' toys, those they can hold without being too heavy, those that can be mouthed and are easily accessible.

In my personal experience with my own newborn's favorite activity (of course I deemed it his favorite) was to lay him on his secure changing area, with colored links draped above. Some links allowed rattly toys to be batted about. Other links encouraged reaching and hand eye coordination. He would get so excited and pleased with himself when he achieved a new goal, perhaps to chew on the link itself or to make a great clanking noise by kicking his feet on the table!

I would stand back from view and allow him to have the experience himself. It was wonderful watching this young newborn learn about how his own body worked and with only a few plastic links and rattles.

I continued that activity as long as he could maintain himself. I did engage with him at times, but for the most part he became so excited just at the glimpse of the activity area. I would even exchange the links for mobiles or a few safe plush friends.

Of course newborn toys are somewhat limited in their use, as are the newborns themselves. Many parents can recall the first time their newborn was able to hold onto a rattle, even if just for a few seconds. Each time getting longer until that precious smart baby could reach out and take the toy themselves! Such a big smile on mom and dad's face it would bring!

Though all newborns go through many of the same phases of development, each and every newborn reaches those milestones in their own way. Some take a bit longer, only meeting the goal when they themselves are secure enough. Others breeze right through, almost missing the opportunity for full development of a skill.

Studies have shown that newborns are able to developmentally as well as physically grow from having some form of stimulation. This isn't meant to suggest that if you have only a few sorted toys, and have to work full time, compared to stay at home Martha Mae down the street, or have to send your child to a child care center that your baby will be lacking compared to your neighbors.

The studies are meant to show that every living being has the ability to go forth through experiences, trials and tribulations, different forms of education and most of all love!

So piling hundreds of toys on your smallest family member is not necessary to show a form of love. Cuddling, playing back and forth games, reading, taking trips to the park, even just walking around your 25th floor apartment building hallways together, can give your child much needed interaction and brain stimulus that helps form a lasting bond.  And, also helps the yearning for life branch out from infancy to a well rounded member of society!

Below I have included a compiled list of appropriate infant and toddler toys, as well as some at home substitutes, I found useful myself! Please keep in mind safety in baby toys comes from secure, well made items, tested for ages and above all else, supervision!

 Purchased items:

For newborns to about twelve months (a good rule of thumb for mouth able toys, if it fits inside a toilet paper card board roll…it is too small for your baby!)

Rattles, teethers and musical toys (should be made of light weight, mouth able material, that can be washed, no metal, small parts (like winders) or sharp edges, beware of long pull cords, all painted surfaces should meet federal guidelines, all mobiles should be taken down once baby is standing!)

Interlocking plastic links/rings (be sure baby's hands/feet cannot get caught in rings and that links are not too small or open to allow getting stuck inside the mouth)

Unbreakable (washable) mirrors (secured to a crib side or large enough not to chew on the reflective material)

Soft squeeze toys and balls (large enough not to fit in the mouth, yet small enough and light enough to hold in one hand. Beware of the squeaker piece that may dislodge! Also be sure painted surfaces are deemed safe))

Soft baby books (made of vinyl or cloth for washing, if using cardboard ones beware of chewed edges, some vinyl have sharp edges! Again, be sure any painted surfaces are safe.)

Floor gyms/play mats (be sure all hanging items are age appropriate, secured and the hanging device is not used once the baby is mobile! Also beware of worn connectors on mats, toys may come loose)

Stackable toys (for infants that can sit up, look out for sharp edges and be sure painted surfaces are deemed safe)

Bath toys (beware of painted surfaces, that they meet federal guidelines, the toy should be appropriate sized and watch for dislodged squirters/squeakers! Bath toys also should be sterilized between uses then thoroughly dried and drained of standing water!)

Push and pull toys (use age appropriate toys with painted surfaces that are safe, again, look for sharp edges, be aware of wooden toys that splinter, look for loose wheels, and pull cords that are too long!)

 Items from home that are great fun too! (Please note, use of any items mentioned here is at the caregivers own risk, supervision should be give as necessary!)

Sturdy laundry baskets (make great safe, baby holders, keeps toys within reach for baby as well (look for sharp edges, or week sides that may have thin sharp plastic latticing. Be sure baby cannot flop over, Place basket against and on a firm surface)

A flat secure surface, belted changing table, large lipped porta crib for dangling items for baby's viewing and reaching

Homemade mobiles (use plastic coat hangers and purchased rings, or items can be tied with string, yarn ect.) secured shiny spoons, pictures of the family (tape on the back of colored wooden spoons),secured large colorful beads, large colored hair bows, shiny colorful Christmas ribbons/bows (be sure mobiles are out of babies reach)

Colorful plastic cups (drinking or measuring, look for sharp chewed edges)

Colorful small plastic bowls and plates (beware of painted surfaces, chewed or chipped areas

Old remote controls (remove batteries, look for loose button, and wipe down after use)

Clear small soda bottle filled with a few marbles/colorful beads (be sure cap is secure and not sharp and with no ink, please supervise!)

Clear small soda bottle with water and glitter, or colored water and a bit of soap (Again be sure cap is tight, not sharp, has no ink, supervise use at all times!)

Cloth crinkle ball use a new sturdy adult sock, fill with beans, beads crumpled wrapping paper ECT and tie a large knot (watch for wetness if chewed)

Sound roller  coffee or hot cocoa tin with added beans, beads, marbles ect, hot glue or super the lid on, even cover with cloth, (always supervise when using, be sure the sound is not too loud, a cardboard container is best until the baby is older)

Stacking toys use empty tissue boxes of all sizes (cam be covered with sewn cloth, remove any plastic, look for sharp edges, supervise baby to prevent chewing)

 These are just a few ideas, you may see others online just please use caution if using foam or contact paper, shrink plastic or packing tape ect, Chewing on these items can be harmful! Even if making foam baby blocks covered in cloth, be sure they are washable!

If you would like more ideas for playing with your baby and toys, please feel free to email me at:

dol4rob@babydollboutique.net

If you would like to visit my website, please visit www.babydollboutique.net I have a huge assortment of baby items, from feeding, to clothing to toys, mostly geared for ages preemie to about three months. I hope to meet you there!

article written by Robin Gilbert

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