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KIDPIK+POMCHIES Summer camp visiting days-are already here...! Ready for the screams, hugs, and splurges? SURE-that sold-out NIKE 4 star USWNT shirt maybe highly coveted (by all)...but check out  the winning  KID PIK-a super fun-stylish assortment of clothes, accessories and kicks-that reliably get voted the best subscription box for girls (sizes 4-16), NOW available--- the special camp gift box $60-$80 (or a vacay box too-no subscription needed). Ready for summer gifting-thematic ensembles for active, classic, trendy, or girly-can be sent off pronto-for mailing or giving in person. And no worries on size...free returns (pre-paid envelope) are possible-if as often happens-the tweener-teen grew about an inch or two since the start of summer. For the entire bunk-the best way to rock girl-power team spirit, color-wise-AND really celebrate the return of that 90s hair staple-the scrunchie-our top pick-are the fab POMCHIES...that are in rainbow worthy solid...

Some new products for the sub adult-set-are the same quality- or even better than what's available for parental units. via GIPHY Spring/Summer screams for outdoor activities...and impressively-Keen, Nina Footwear, KidPik and Priority Bicycles all deliver. Top Picks: function/fashion footwear-and the coolest hand built bicycle for cruising... IMO-Keen really did great job with these limited edition NEWPORT RAINBOW COLLECTION big kid's sandals..  a rainbow -available in 25 color options (wow)-unisex sizing can be adjusted with ease via hook+loop strap.Suitable for  water/hike/walking with durable outsoles...there's no skimping on protective details either-like PFC free protective rubber toe caps and metatomical footbed design. $50. Good travel shoe for light packers. Machine washable-polyester webbing upper, non-marking outsole-air dry.

  L.L. BEAN, K2, ABUS, HOBIE, KidPik, STIO, UGGS      Cause they're more tech savvy than you... so WHY BOTHER? via GIPHY SURPRISE THEM Opt for  new stalgic outdoor FUN Mad for plaid ---L.L. Bean outdoor toys with style include...snazzy water repellent cushion- plaid cover  $55 ($65) for the timeless kid's pull sled  w/ rope tow...in 2 sizes-$149 small-$179 large= smooth vertical snow sailing. Made of kiln dry no warp hardwoods finished w/clear water based lacquer. A real keeper.  L.L. Bean SONIC snow tube ...pile in opportunities for solo or group rides on hard packed or fluffy snow...made of 1000 denier tough nylon protects the heavy duty inner butyl rubber tube, a cold impervious semi-rigid polyurethane base, sturdy handles, straps+nylon webbing tow for going back up the hill.  Plaid, plaid world...courtesy of L.L. Bean Rollerblading -aka inline skates-ready for a comeback(?)-K2's for fast mobility speed fien...

OFTEN IMITATED-NEVER DUPLICATED...the original BIRKENSTOCK Arizonas get metallic -shiny 'snake'  flair, covered toe kicks, soft footbed options...and  platform wedge styles-seasonal highlights. via GIPHY source: casagirl.tumblr.com ARRAN -in sparkling white leather-Men's $210-leather lining, corked footbed, rubber outsole THE signature contoured corkbed footbeds in Birkenstocks coddle and support feet-miraculously so as these shapes work for all kinds of arch heights-something that cannot be said for other comfort footwear brands. Deep heel cups and cushioning outsoles complete the shock absorption proposition- that makes this brand beloved by many-and a good travel choice for summer trips. Arran with textile upper-for men/women-in multiple colors  Barrie -women's slip-on (L, R)-stretchy elasticized sides- for ez on/off, sued footbed lining, rubber outsole, and Original Birkenstock footbed for all day comfort and good choice for the pedicure-free toe...

Chalk Me Up, AFFENZAHN, ERGOBAGS, HydroFlask, Carolee, WRANGLER®, L.L. Bean, Energizer Bunny Slippers. The Original Muck Boot Co. Part One The best gifts for kids-is always time well spent together...of course-but well wrapped brightly colored objects that add some practical fun to their growing lives...always the sweet icing for them. via GIPHY Ideas: TOP PICK-guranteed to have adult clamoring for 'my size?!?'- Chalk Me Up T shirts-come in bright saturated colors-all cotton with a black board in a bunch of shapes...can be drawn on. Delivers with a 12 pack of chalk....brainchild of mom-preneur Shelly Henshaw....easily wipe off the backboard part...and launders ez in cold water. SMART. adorable- AFFENZAHN Chummy Friends. ..made partially from recycled PET bottles...fun features like pull-out tongue, front mesh pocket, secret pockets, reflectors, soft should roads, height adjustable chest strap... AFFENZAHN Chummy Friends breathable mesh back, adjustable...

OR/SLC   Combat camo-cushioning comfort -both have toe/heel rubber bump protection- A few years back-we scored primo seats to a not so friendly -Friendly, Brazil vs Colombia...where -interestingly enough, a Board member of Under Armour sat next to us. At that time his question about what we thought of UA...got us raving about the men's 'stuff' but giving a two thumbs down to the women's offerings-and served up ATHLETA as a way to do the lady's right. A few years makes a huge difference...and UA continues to grow...attiring the gymsters at our haunt in NYC-and producing fitness-outdoor apparel for all -that gets the look right-as well as the performance features...including the new to us -focused outdoors-y selections. A Few Highlights: The large footwear lines for men/women/kids- target trail runners, backpackers and fast hikers alike, hunters or those loving' the camo look, tactical kicks in shades of black and desert dust...and thongs/sneaker l...

Custom Hi-Tec Ortholite® Impressions footbeds-odor help, moisture wicking + cushioning-arch cradle/arch support HI-TEC boots -a founded in England brand- is functional at great prices-delivering footwear gear for hard core backpackers and day hikers alike. The winning mix of light weight selections with top of the line tech features...for Spring include features like... Vibram XS Trek Outsoles-durable-stable and responsive on uneven terrain... Dri-Tec waterproof/windproof/breathable... Vibram Rolling Gait system construction that transfers use of small feet  muscles to larger calf/thigh ones- reducing fatigue on uphill treks, superior centered lasting...and PU midsole that is compression resistant for longer life-provides superior underfoot cushioning no matter the terrain. V-Litw Flash Fast Hike iWP Men's Fast Hike $160 18.2oz-impressive for the price -with V-Lite technology-perfect balance of performance/durability, DRI-Tec waterproof, padded collar OrthoLite Impressi...

The Summer Olympics in Brazil-serve as muse-with country flags the prints to covet Celebrating the Summer Olympics in Brazil-with French Flair of wearable Sportswear to Streetwear Part 1  NYC Lacoste 's NYC headquarters staged an all encompassing preview of its runway-rtw-sportwear-kids, accessories, footwear and men's basics...for its Spring 2016. Fyi on-prints-almost seem abstract geometric-are country flag colors----on fab. design utilitarian pieces boasting a designer's touch. An occasion we ALWAYS look forward to-the media staged event allows for a complete viewing of Lacoste's seasonal thematic interpretations of its sporty past -now firmly in the present-most notably via wondrous prints and use of technical fabrics-as earlier shown on the runway-helmed by the creative lead, Felipe Oliveira Baptista. Three key color -themes this season=Ultra Marine (rowing+yachting colors), Grand Podium (bold colors, strong lines-Olympic country flags), and Chr...