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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...

 SLC/OR SAFILO, ROBEEZ, BUTLER Boots, TEVA, EMU, PALLADIUM, CHAOS Children's footwear and accessories have grown up in design, are technically just as performing as adult fare, and maybe most importantly, are things kids will actually want to wear… yayy !!!!! Retainers adjust---attached to sides.  Highlights from recently previewed selections: Safilo's Kids   prescription frames are made in Italy and are just as top tiered as the company's adult selections. Made specifically for children's head sizes and facial proportions-and super light(less than 18 grams)…with input by children too…the pediatric selections are sized by age groups from 0-1…up to 7-8 year olds. fun+colorful frames…in cool shapes that provide field of vision coverage-no sharp corners, non-toxic, hypo-allergenic, bio-based materials-that are washable!!!!  adorbs-shapes flatter boys+girls Bonus-the über flexible+strong frames retain their shapes---no matter ho...

NYC-Media Preview Lands' End has finally gotten the respect it always deserved -we cannot wait to see their branded stores in more locales. IN THE MEANTIME…the excellent offerings from this iconic American brand are delivered--- HIGHLIGHTS: Delectable snacks ($26.50-$34.50) that we are so sorry not to sample more!!!!! our fav- Butter Toffee Sea Salt Caramels soft chewy inside sea salt adds nice crunch Peppermint Crunch Cookies New Cranberry Almond Myrtles-sounds vaguely healthy sweetness crunch + chocolate=win in  NO WORRIES if choosing just one is tough-there is a new Christmas sampler available $39.50! gift wrapping -of course Warm apparel for the entire family-casual and durable---Lands' End uses top of the line fabrics and wool blends…for its wearables that keep all warm.  DEFY winter in this top of the line Expedition Parka-water proof, 600 fill down insulated jacket has a one hand waist adjustable toggle-and we think the qu...