Heelys: Shoes that roll
Posted by Amy on November 19, 2008
I remember the first time I saw a kid roll by me. I was at a store, most likely Target. I thought, “How strange. That kid just rolled by on his heels.” Not long after, I saw more kids rolling by me - at the mall, at the park, at restaurants. These Heelys, well, these shoes are all the rage.
It’s interesting to me to watch the evolution of wheel-related sports and activities. From roller skates to skateboards, to inline skates to shoes with wheels embedded in the heels. I think it’s great for kids to have this kind of opportunity to practice balancing and possibly find a “hidden talent”.
We’re giving away TWO pairs of Heelys to TWO winners. Winners can choose from the above pictured styles (Camo Bones, Pixie, Ivy or Ninja). Each style is available in multiple colors and sizes.
TO ENTER: Include your favorite Heelys team member in your entry form. (Hint: Click HERE. Suggestion: invite your child look through the short list of Heelys teams and pick his/her favorite team member. Then, they can look through the Tricktionary gallery to view the team member’s favorite “trick”)
Fill out the giveaway entry form below and click “SUBMIT”. If you have successfully entered, you should get an auto email response (Check your spam folder).
*NOTE: Please have your shoe style , color and size choice ready to list in your entry form (required).
The brand new styles to choose from are: Camo Bones, Pixie, Ivy, and Ninja.
A winner will be chosen at random and emailed the day after the giveaway closes. Last day to enter is Friday, December 12, 2008 at midnight PST. Be sure to check your SPAM folder so you don’t miss the email notification. This post will also be updated with the winner’s name and blog/website (if provided).
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Category: Contests, Kids, Products
MBT: the “anti-shoe” Chicago Scavenger Hunt (update)
Posted by Amy on September 16, 2008
*Update: Unfortunately, the Chicago MBT scavenger hunt has been canceled. We’ll update you with more MBT events as they become available!
MBT, the anti-shoe, is hosting its first-ever Chicago Scavenger Hunt. The MBT Scavenger Hunt is a great opportunity to discover new, fun facts about Chicago, while playing a game and getting a bit of exercise too!
All participants will receive MBT prizes and the winning team will receive MBT shoes!
Socialize. Compete. Win. And have a blast! Can’t beat that!
When:
September 27, 2008
Hunt:
The Secrets of the Loop
Time:
Time: 2pm (2:30pm – 4pm hunt)
Meet:
Daley Plaza benches, near corner of Clark/Washington
Email MBT@skadaddlemedia.com to register (limited to 50 people so get in NOW !). Email us your name, email address and phone number and we’ll get you signed up! Make sure to specify in the subject line “Chicago Scavenger Hunt”. Tell them, “ParentSphere.net” sent ya! 
To learn more about MBT, check out MBT30Reasons.com
*Here is a sneak peak at into the scavenger hunt from Watson Adventures’ website:
Rediscover the historic heart of Chicago on a hunt that reveals the secrets of such places and sights as the Sears Tower, the Picasso in Daley Plaza, Millennium Park, the spectacular rooms in the Chicago Cultural Center, Marshall Field’s (or Macy’s, if you insist), the Rookery, the surprising lobby of the Marquette Building, and the giant orange Flamingo in Federal Plaza. You’ll discover the answers to such questions as…
• At the Chicago Theatre, what sounds like a bird, a car, and a doorbell? Answer: The organ, as explained in the entrance.
• On Michigan Avenue, visit two giants who face off. When he’s constructed properly, what’s the profession of Juan Sam Peel? “Reconstruct” the letters of that name and you get Jaume Plensa, the artist of a plaza with a fountain here, as indicated on a sign.
• Near the Chicago Board of Trade, what Sunday had two noons? November 18, 1883, according to a sign that marks the spot where time zones were established—and on the day they went into effect, Chicago had two noons as the official time was reset.
**Please note that we haven’t included here the directions and other clues that lead you to the answers.
*ParentSphere is not affiliated with MBT or the MBT 30 Reasons to Walk campaign. We’re just here to spread the good word!
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Tags: footwear
Category: Events, Family Fun, Health and Fitness
Teva Flip Flops
Posted by Eric on August 1, 2007
I first heard of Teva flip flops when I was on my honeymoon in Hawaii. The locals called them “slippers” and said they were like pillows for your feet. They were absolutely right. Nothing beats the soft comfort of some nice Teva flip flops after a long run on the treadmill or a day of chasing the kids around the house. Get a pair of these and your feet will thank you.
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Tags: footwear
Category: His and Hers, Products
Crocs for Kids
Posted by Eric on July 21, 2007
It has long been known that despite looking silly, Crocs are some of the most comfortable shoes around. Even better, though, they are now available in kid sizes. My two year old daughter is on her second pair of Crocs and I know that there will be many more.