Microsoft Intellimouse - mouse, 5 button mouse

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like the title says, this mouse is a great value, sitting between the intellimouse explorer and intellimouse wheel. it fits my hand perfectly too, as it is not as big at the explorer. fuctionwise, the tracking is unparalleled--the new intellieye scanning at 6,000 times per second makes the mouse virtually skip-free, unlike older optical mice. the 5 fully programmable buttons are awesome too. the inteiipoint software allows you to assign different functions to different buttons, in different programs! i even have a button that saves my document in microsoft word! it's really a brilliant invention.my only gripe about this mouse is its weight. it is on the light side, and i hear the hollow cluck every time i pick it up when i'm playing a game. i've grown used to it by now, but it took a couple of weeks.in short, i believe this is the perfect mouse for me. its optical eye works great, the buttons are ingenious, and the low price at amazon.com (...) make this mouse the best bang for your buck! Microsoft Intellimouse Optical Mouse

I've tried all kinds of mice--corded and wireless; optical and ball; Logitech and Microsoft; high-end, low-end, and in-the-middle.First, optical mice are the way to go. There's enough said about that, and the "ball" mouse will eventually go the way of the floppy drive. I've tried a few wireless mice by Microsoft, but they fall way short of their promises. You have to plug in a transmitter to the USB port to send the signal to the mouse, and this transmitter is the size of the mouse itself--you end up with twice the volume! Worse, I find I have to keep the mouse within two feet of the transmitter, meaning I have to keep two "mouse-sized" things on my desk. Also, with wireless mice, responsiveness decreases as the batteries die--I have to hold down the right-click button relatively long to click, which is a pain.I also like the scroll wheel on this mouse--it provides a nice tactile "click" for every increment; some of the Microsoft wireless mice don't have a click, which makes it difficult to scroll down just one "click."There is also at least one "known issue" with this mouse--sometimes the mouse will freeze for no reason. After a few weeks of rebooting my computer to get the mouse working again, I finally found the solution--stop using the mouse with the USB connection, and use the little green adapter that came with it instead.I also just bought a relatively inexpensive Logitech optical mouse, and while it works fine, it doesn't have the solid feel of this mouse.So, although this one is corded, it works great, has a nice feel, and is my current favorite among all the mice I keep around me (after the fix I mentioned above).

I got this mouse as a gift and loved it as soon as I started using it. It definitely provides skip-free performance, has a great feel to it, hasthe scroll wheel, and my new favorite thing - those programmable buttons!At first I wasn't used to those programmable buttons and I'd accidentally press them getting unwanted results (like going back to theprevious web-page when pressing the left button, or going forward when pressing the right). But then I got so used to it and realized how helpful it was - so much so that I got another one for my work because I kept trying to press those buttons that didn't exist on my mouse at work!There's definitely no going back to a mechanical mouse in this day and age after so many optical mouses (or is it mice!) are available.But if you haven't used a mouse with programmable buttons before, I'm telling you - give it a try and you won't ever want to go back toone that doesn't have them! And for the price, this one's a great bargain.

I purchased a Microsoft IntelliMouse Optical to replace the Apple Pro Mouse on my PowerMac G4. As much as I liked the Pro Mouse's aesthetics, it was beginning to annoy me in use. The biggest problem I had was it's slow tracking - especially for an optical mouse. If moved at all quickly across the mouse pad, it would loose it's bearings and throw the cursor back to the opposite side of the screen. Very annoying. This is not a problem with the IntelliMouse Optical. It'll track fast as you can move it! Of course, the programmable buttons and scroll wheel are the icing on the cake. The included software installed without a problem (I'm currently running MacOS 9.1), and the mouse was easily configured. Being left handed I appreciated the fact that, unike the Intellimouse Explorer, it can be used with either hand. Along with the button positioning, it's size and weight feel just right. Also, the cord is very long compared to the, some say too-short one connecting the Pro Mouse (not problem for me though).For the price (including rebate) and it's nice operating features, this purchase was a no-brainer.One minor negative, and it has nothing to do with the product itself. Product registration must be done via Microsoft Passport. Recently, in the press there have been some security concerns mentioned about this 'service'. No thanks, Bill.Update: Microsoft has now released a MacOS X driver for the Intellimouse.

I love this mouse!



As a Final Cut Pro editor and Filmmaker, I am always looking to increase the efficiency of anything I edit



The Intellimouse makes for a terrific workflow! Here's a list of pros -



1. BUTTONS



Too many mouses today have unusable buttons or too small buttons ---- the intellimouse has 5 great buttons, all placed for usability, none that are touched accidently, and all very useful



I have found no better mouse, that better integrates the right-click and standard-click together more comfortably and ergonomically than this mouse



Most of all, the scrollwheel is a HUGE savior! It scrolls up and down through all windows in Final Cut Pro and Avid --- it really makes editing a cinch!



2. ERGONOMICS



As mentioned above, the ergo's on this thing are great! A very comfortable fit into my hand and easy to click back and forth



3. RESPONSIVE



One reason I have not used Bluetooth mice with FCP is because the connection isn't solid enough --- the Intellmouse NEVER lags, and the optical bottom makes sure that your mouse is always responsive and quick



4. PRICE



I have used the same Intellimouse for 4 years now ---- I have gone through every Apple Mouse, and many LogiTechs, among others ---- the Intellimouse has withstood the TEST of each one --- and for $20, this mouse is a BARGAIN



CONS -



Very few cons --- the software it comes with is very good, as it always you to configure the mouse, and its buttons, to perform various functions within certain applications --- however, the software is restrictive, in that, you cannot enter specific command actions for each app, and are limited to what the Intellimouse offers upon its menu



CONCLUSION -



As mentioned above - I have tried every Apple Mouse (including the Mighty Mouse) and many LogiTech Bluetooth ones



The Intellimouse has withstood each of their challenges



If you are looking for wireless connections though and a solid mouse overall, then go with the LogiTech Bluetooth mouse



If you are an editor though, either on FCP or AVID, then look no further



And btw --- right clicking on all major Apple apps (FCP, DVDSP, Motion) is terrific! Do not attempt running these programs without this feature



HAPPY EDITING!!!!! - Intellimouse - 5 Button Mouse - Microsoft Intellimouse - Mouse'

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Klipsch S2m - iphone, in-ear

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I purchased this product based on price and Klipsch's reputation.



The sound is excellent! Great mids and highs, the lows are good but not super bass. I believe that more bass on these phones would distort the great mids and highs. I listen to all types of electronic music including drum and bass and these phones sound great.



They are very comfortable but I will admit you will need to give yourself a little time for your ears to adjust to these type of head phones. Be a little patent and your eardrums will be happy.



The mic works very well, I have been walking home from work for the past three weeks and walked through windy conditions and people have not had a problem hearing me.



I rated this product five stars based on price and performance. This is the best buy for around $40.



Works great with HTC Incredible. (ANDROID FTW) Klipsch Image S2m Noise-Isolating Headset with Microphone and Single-Button Control

I was hoping these were decent sounding, though mostly bought for the integrated mic so I could use with my iPhone 4 (company phone) and Droid X (personal phone) to make calls. Works with both but the sound is absolutely the worst I've heard in any headphones that cost more than $5. I broke them in for 24 hours as often is recommended for headphones, but that didn't improve the sound. I've tried high end headphones, UE Triplefi ~$400, other more moderately priced UE's, Shures, stock Apple, all the way down to cheap Coby's. These are the worst for sound. No bass and very tinny. The Elago E5's, also available from Amazon at the same price, are great sounding for the price, have the integrated mic, are better made, just as comfy, way better in every way. Though other Klipsch products I've tried seem decent, stay away from these unless you can pick them up close to free. I'll use them for phone calls, no music, but only if nothing else is available.

I have been wanting to by the bose but have been too cheap. I settled for these and let me say, it was well worth the money. I cannot speak about how these compare to the bose, or other high end headphone, but for the price they are a super buy! I own a landscaping business and have used many noise canceling headphones through the years. I've recently settled for the phillips in ear headphones because they stayed in so much better than any other. They discontinued them (or i've not been able to find them in stores). I decided to just take the plunge and get the bose since i would be spending >$50 anyway. I found these and thought for the price, i would give them a try. I could not be happier. These are by far and away, some of the best headphones i have ever had. I love them. The mic sounds much better than the iphone mic that comes in the box.

Picked up a pair of these yesterday on sale for $20. I have had a long running quest for the perfect yet not pricey headset. My requirements: good fit (I have small ear canals), comfort, great sound quality, good microphone, button to answer/ hang-up/ play/ pause.



I'm really happy with the sound quality from these. I'm hearing a lot of detail in the music that I don't pick up with other headphones. As far as sound goes, I have some ifrogz EarPollution Timbre with a Walnut body that give a warmer sound. I like them, but they don't reproduce the details like the Klipsch does.



They are pretty comfortable (I'm using the smaller caps), although since they stick out so much you can't for example lay on your side in bed.



I am told also my voice is very clear with the mic on the Klipsch S2m.



The length of the cord is great. Also, I'm pleased the 3.5mm connector is 90 degree angled. I use it with my phone in my pocket most of the time and this will for sure prevent wear and tear since it doesn't stick out 3/4" from the phone (an iPhone 4, but I'm sure it will work fine with any other 3.5mm audio jack phone.)



So far, I highly recommend it.

They sound okay. They were cheap. I'm a fan of Klipsch. The plugs mostly stick in your ears, mostly, and that works. But they wouldn't make calls on an iPhone without forcefully reefing down with your thumb on the connector - otherwise, nobody hears you on the other side of the call.



I took a riffler file to the brass shoulder on the plug and that helped a little. Then I took a drill bit to the hole on my iPhone and that helped a little more. Now I have headphones that work.



But it involved taking tools to the tech. If you're not comfortable doing manufacturer rework in order to get these things to go, don't buy 'em. - Earphones - In-ear - Klipsch - Iphone'

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Los Angeles Dodgers - 59fifty, la

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I used to love my old dodger hat. It would go right with so many outfits and i used to get so many compliments by girls. Well now these new hats are entirely too big. My old size was way too huge so i decided to go with the 7 and it was still a little big. i need to downgrade to the 6 1/8, other than the size issue, the dodger hat is still attractive and goes with a lot of outfits. MLB Los Angeles Dodgers Authentic On Field Game 59FIFTY Cap (8) - Fitted Cap - La - Los Angeles Dodgers - 59fifty'

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Rockwell Sonicrafter - multimaster, rockwell sonicrafter

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OMG, the Rockewell SoniCrafter is great. I was looking for a corded oscillating tool and looked at the Fein Multitasker and blades, but it is just way too expensive to purchase for my needs. So I bought the Dremel and the Rockwell to compare side by side...



The $100 Dremel is lighter and a bit smaller but the buzz the motor makes compared to the Rockwell motor [a little bit heavier and slightly bigger] which humms smoothly is like comparing a Vespa scooter to a Victory street bike.



Since the basic Rockwell is only $20 more than the Dremel and the extra blades are about the same price, there was no question about going for the quality/durability of a Rockwell.



The only convenience problem that I can foresee is getting replacement blades:

Dremel is carried by big box hardware stores; hobbyists who do crafts on the spur of the moment and do not need to rip open walls, will appreciate the around-the-corner convenience.

Rockwell is carried by speciality woodworking stores or the internet; the Home Proj. kind of guys have to plan ahead before ripping into a wall for remodeling. So ordering parts in advance should be a no brainer.



I also really liked the Rockwell case, it is created with niches and screw-downs to hold lots of blades/attachments in place.



I looked at the Bosch 12v battery operated version, and that would have been a good choice but I do not want to have numerous 18v tool systems and chargers for the various power hand tools that I use. I read that the Bosch delivers 20 min of battery power and I might need more time than that between charges.



All four tools mentioned above have variable speeds pretty much the same: 10,000 - 21,000 opm. The Bosch details that I read boasted of 5,000 - 20,000 opm, but I do not know if I need to go that slow. If I did I would have researched more into the rare Praxon version of oscillating tool, which is reportedly underpowered and equivalent to size and weight of the Dremel. Rockwell RK5101K SoniCrafter 37-Piece Oscillating Tool Kit

I debated whether I should just splurge and by a multimaster or save some cash and go with the sonicrafter. After reading all the reviews for both products and watching demos on U tube I chose the sonicrafter. So far I have put it to work on some serious DIY projects and it has done the job. Its great for sheetrock cutting. It did a good job of cutting out the hole for a pocket door hardware in an solid alder door. It cuts sheet metal and slices through nails fine too.



I have not had a problem with blades loosening or the tool getting real hot like in other reviews. If you go slow and let the tool do the work it works fine. It's not a Sawsall, use it for the finer work. Its not real speedy at cutting harder woods and if your blade is dull it will burn in woods like oak and maple.



I suggest stocking up on blades because I have only found them online. Just like a sawsall blade, they dont last very long, save your dull blades for cutting sheet rock and keep your sharp blades for wood cutting.



As a serious DIY guy I am happy with the sonicrafter and glad I saved the money over buying the fein MM tool.

I debated a couple of years about purchasing a tool like this. At first, Fein was the only option and just for home use it was too much money for me to justify purchasing. Now that there are reasonably priced choices, I purchased this 37 piece Rockwell kit. Honestly, I felt like it was a gamble. Many reviews say the blades don't last and they come loose all the time. I rolled the dice. I WON!!!



This is a solid tool. I love working with tools and I own a lot of professional quality tools. I put this in the same class as my Bosch, Dewalt, Porter Cable, Rigid, and Makita tools.



For $208 I got this kit and a diamond segment saw, a carbide triangle saw, and a blade cleaner. The tool and add on accessories cost less than half as much as those from Fein.



I immediately went to work taking out thinset from an old tile job, probably 1/4 inch trowelled. I had tried hammer and chisel and hated that. I bought an angle grinder which worked but threw dust everywhere. That lasted about one minute before I had to quit because of the dust. Then I threw a rug over it. That was a couple of years ago.



This Sonicrafter with the diamond segment saw is the right tool for the job. It is powerful enough. I used it for an hour, it did not overheat or bog down. The blade shows no signs of wear. The blade never came loose. It did not throw dust everywhere. After an hour my hand was tired. Operating this tool feels very much like operating a random orbital sander. The gentle vibration over time is fatiguing.



Get a variable speed model; the least expensive kit is not variable speed. The harder the material you work on, the higher the speed needs to be set. According to the manufacturer, it is running the tool on too low a speed that causes overheating and excessive blade wear.



Be careful when you mount the blade. Blades mount like a twelve point socket fits on a nut; but these blades and mount are thin like a hacksaw blade. Make sure the blade is seated on the nut before you tighten the mounting screw. If the blade is mounted correctly, it will not work loose. I have used three different types of blades and have never had a blade work loose. Just get it on there right to begin with.



I am more than satisfied with my choice of Sonicrafter over Multimaster. I used some of the money I saved to buy myself a new Stetson hat.

i am a contractor ive used the fein multimaster for years was looking for a less expensive replacement i bought the dremel it was junk brought it back. i bought this and used it just like the fein it was the same but cost one third the price. i would highly recommend this for someone who uses it often. - Multimaster - Oscillating Saw - Rockwell Sonicrafter - Flush Cut'

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Kitchen Chair With Step Stool - kitchen chair with step stool, kitchen stool

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This Chair/stool has plastic parts in key locations that cause poor performance. The steps slide on a poorly conceived plastic rail that produce rough movement and frequent derailment that is difficult to repair. Retainers that guide the steps on the rail break easily. Original stool was solid, sturdy, and functional. This re-make is not. Cosco 11120RED1 Retro Chair/Step Stool, Red

My husband and I had no problems putting this chair together. It is quite sturdy. My young grandsons enjoy using it as much as I do. The track system for the steps does not stay in place, however this is a minor problem for me. I looked everywhere for one of these chairs and I was very pleased to find it. The red color is fun and cheery. I have back pain and this chair makes it much less painful to work in the kitchen for long periods of time.

I selected this chair over the white chair/step stool, also offered through Target, because it looked sturdier. However, the parts are so poorly constructed that they do not fit together well, and there is a significant wobble to the legs. The sliding mechanism for the steps is primitive and constantly derails. I bought this stool as a perch for my 2-year old daughter to watch me work in the kitchen, but it is so unstable that I am afraid to let her climb on it.Also, while the assembly instructions are easy to follow, either the screws and/or the accompanying Allen wrench are too flimsy. I could not tighten the screws properly before the wrench was completely stripped.

I am a Grandma and I had an original stool. However when Grandpa and I divorced he got the stool. I always missed the little fella (not Grandpa) and when I found a replacement on Amazon I ordered at once. It isn't real easy to assemble but by backing off bolts here and there I am satisfied with the assembly. As good as the original and the bright red color is a knockout. I am delighted that I was able to get a new "old" freind.

I got a couple of these chairs (red and yellow) over two years ago to use in our kitchen. They are good because they have a small footprint and fit in a tight kitchen. I think they are uncomfortable to sit on, but I doubt you could make it any more comfortable and keep the dimensions acceptable and my kids (2 and 4 when we first got the chairs) love them.



I don't think the quality is all that unacceptable considering the price, you just don't get great stuff for <$100 any more. There have been kids beating the crud out of ours for over two years and I've never had any trouble with them breaking. They say the steps come out of their tracks but we've never had that happen, they say the chair is mostly plastic and cheap but the only plastic I can find is the step unit tracks (they are pretty solid thick chunks of plastic) and they both have metal arms outside of them to also brace the taller legs. Other than the steps being useless for anyone over 3 feet tall they are fine. We got one assembled and one we had to assemble, I didn't think it was too hard to put together and as long as you use the right tools and follow the instructions you'll be okay.



The bad part of the chairs is that they are narrow and tall making them quite unstable. The kids managed to tip them over backwards more than once in the first few months they used them. I'm probably the worst dad ever not to toss them out right then but they never got more than a bruise and they manage to hurt themselves with everthing once or twice...lol. They figured out what not to do on the chairs and no one has tipped over for the last year and half at least. Also, the black rubber/plastic 'stuff' on the steps has deep ridges in it (for traction I guess), these are really hard to clean if the kids spill something down there (especially when they don't tell you and it gets crusty!!!). Those are my biggest two gripes about the chair.

This stool is a handy dandy piece of equipment. We have used it for a variety of purposes.



The stool is solid, and I think rather heavy...which is both good and bad. The chair bears a condierable amount of weight, but the heft makes it slightly cumbersome to move.



The major drawback of the stool is that the steps are on glides instead of hinges. I don't know what synthetic material the glides are, but I do know that some synthetics (plastics) are actually stronger and last longer than aluminum alloy metals. The problem is not the glides themselves, but that steps will slide out when moving the chair (if the chair is tilted forward). We have gotten used to carrying the chair, from room to room, when it needed to be moved, with the chair slightly tilted backward. No biggie.



The size of chair is a plus for us. It fits in tight spaces and cramped rooms very easily. No oversized adult (including myself) making an impromtu visit has complained of discomfort from sitting on the stool. As matter of fact, the stool is preferred to lower seating and requested by many, especially seniors.



Its a gas!

I bought this because my grandparents had a similar stool when I was growing up. Although the quality of this one isn't as good as the old one, it still serves its purpose in my kitchen. I've also gotten many compliments on it. All-in-all, I am quite satisfied with my purchase. (It was difficult to assemble with the -tools- included.)

We bought this because I can remember my grandmother having one in her kitchen that me and my sister used to fight over. Now my son and daughter fight over this one. I guess we'll have to buy another. It works great and my 3 year old drags it to the sink to wash his hands. We are very pleased with our purchase. - Kitchen Stool - Cosco Step Stool - Retro - Kitchen Chair With Step Stool'

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First Person Shooter - modern warfare, video games

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Just like its most recent predecessors, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare and Call of Duty: World at War, the campaign portion of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is a really fun game with extremely intense battle sequences. The downfall is that it's very very short. So let me start by saying that if you're not set up to, or you just don't intend to, play the online co-op or multiplayer modes, you really want to think twice before paying full price for this game. Single players either need to rent this or wait for an inexpensive used copy to go on sale.



So you get three game options: Special Ops (online isn't necessary, but at least two players are required for some of the missions), Multiplayer (designed to be played online; this is no fun split-screen with a max of 4 players), and the single player Campaign that took me less than 6 hours to finish.



In single player Campaign mode, you're a first person shooter (soldier) on the frontlines, and this time the frontlines aren't limited to overseas territories. Primarily you're playing separate, interlacing missions all over the world as two different characters. The story takes place several years after CoD 4 ended. And just as in CoD 4 you're with a team of characters that are truly your band of Artificial Intelligence brothers. On easier settings the AI soldiers can do practically all of the work for you on some missions; the help you might get from your team is based on the difficulty setting you've chosen. So unless you want to just glide through the game, definitely don't pick the Recruit difficulty (the other difficulty options are Regular, Hardened and Vet).



I could take away a star from the overall score of this game for how short the single player mode is, but I won't....All of a sudden it's not so short when you go back and try to play on the Vet setting and spend the time looking for all of the Intel items.



You arrive in single player boot camp just like in all of the previous CoDs, and you get a brief tutorial on how to maneuver around, shoot your weapons & throw grenades. After boot camp you get to choose the difficulty setting, then you're immediately strewn into various battles. (Once you've completed the game on any setting you can go back to various chapters to clean up any items or trophies missed, and at the start of each chapter you can choose to attempt on the higher difficulties.)



You fight your way through some intense chapters....really intense. In fact, when you first start off, there's even a warning that you'll be in for some VERY disturbing sequences, and you have the option to tell the game to skip "offensive material". Ummm...no thanks. I think that this is the first game that I've played that offers the option to censor itself if you choose the option. The story is a bit choppy at times, but the battles are wild. The graphics are out of this world, and some of the "familiar territory" scenes will just blow you away with how much it really looks like your own back yard.



The weapons are plentiful and sophisticated. You're shooting whichever modern-day weapon you happen to have picked up along your objective route. Objectives that guide you along are updated regularly as you complete each task throughout each chapter. And some of those tasks are brutal. There are frequent checkpoints (I think I remember even reaching new checkpoints without firing a single shot) in the campaign, so no need to worry about respawning back before what seemed to take an eternity to complete. On the other hand....



....There is the Special Ops portion of the game. I think that there are 23 different missions for you here, and you can play each one by trying to earn 1, 2 or 3 stars in each mission. Some of these are darn hard, especially the final 3-star unlocks. You will be frustrated by playing some of these a few times before you beat the levels to earn your stars. And there are no checkpoints in these missions, so if you fail in the final moments of a mission, you start over from the beginning of that mission.



Special Ops is most fun with a partner. It's best online so that you get to play full screen, but if you have a guest over you can play split screen offline. For all you World at War players looking for Zombies, you're out of luck here. You get Special Ops instead. There was a silly rumor that MW2 would have an "Alien Invaders" mode that would rival the Zombie mode of WaW, but that indeed was just a silly rumor.



Online Multiplayer is where you'll get addicted. No AI brothers here...just your fellow gamers. You'd better have your FPS skills honed if you think that you'll score better than some of the MW2 online players. A very high percentage of the online players have been honing their skills online for years now with CoD4 and World at War.



The concept with Multiplayer is certainly not new. The more you play, the higher you rank allowing you to unlock more (fine tuned) weapons. The game sets you up in matches with people at your level and rank, but that ain't gonna help you if you're new (you will be fondly referred to as a noob by your swell fellow online players) and you're up against the CoD4 or WaW vets.



What makes MW2 Multiplayer more than just a new map pack for CoD4 is that the Multiplayer weapons and perk system are vastly improved. And so is connectivity (so it seems in the initial week of play after a few day one and two glitches). You get 10 times the amount of points for the kills and captures that you're used to getting only 5 or 10 points for in CoD4 and WaW. You also now get points for not just killing and capturing, but for taking out enemy air support, coming back from deathstreaks, killing your nemesis, breaking an enemy's streak and other stuff. Yeah, Multiplayer is good fun, habitual and bad for a marriage.



So all in all Call of Duty: Modern Warfare is major fun. The only drawbacks to this awesome game are that the campaign is really short and the multiplayer action is a bit familiar. But the MW2 Multiplayer improvements over its predecessors far out weigh the familiarity.



Modern Warfare 2 is a must for FPS fans. Add it to your cart, soldier! Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 - Modern Warfare - Call Of Duty - First Person Shooter - Video Games'

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Weightlifting Gloves - weight lifting gloves, weightlifting gloves

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This is one of the BEST weightlifting gloves that I have found so far!! I like it so much, that I've bought a few pairs. These have very supportive wrist wraps that are adjustable to secure your wrist during lifting - to help prevent injury. The rest of the glove is terrific. It is thicker around the palm and fingers, so it provides EXCELLENT cushioning for those heavy lifts. I have not had one blister, or redness since I've started using these gloves, and I've been using them for over a year now. They are extremely comfortable. After a year of use, my gloves are still in perfect condition too. I've tried other brands, and the others tend to have thinner material around the palm and fingers, and this causes redness and blisters, so what's the use of using them? On the other hand, this Valeo Ocelot Wrist Wrap Weightlifting glove is perfect in every way!! Has support, comfort, and it looks great. I have the orange pair (GLOW), and I get lots of compliments at the gym too about how great they look. Well worth every penny. Way to go Valeo!! Valeo Ocelot Wrist Wrap Glove, Tan and Black, Medium

this is indeeded a great pair of lifting gloves : soft on the palm and elastic mat'l placed on the right slots.

why no five stars :

1. The sizing chart does not work, so you have to guess or based on your last gloves's size to order it

2. The gloves come in snug fit. My harbinger and other gloves's size is medium but for this brand i have to order large as medium is cutting off my fingers n palm circulation.

the manufacturer may think that the leather n the elastic mat'l will stretch overtime but by the time when the gloves feel right, it is also the time to replace a new pair so if in doubt order the next size up.

These are by far the best gloves I've used even better than the harbinger gloves I reviewed. These gloves are very Thick on the palm, thicker than any gloves I've used providing real good protection from blisters and sores. I have not gotten one blister or sore since using these and the wrist wrap is the best on these gloves.

The Valeo Ocelot Wrist Wrap Lifting Gloves are GREAT! They have wonderful wrist support and they open up with a velcro wrap to make them easy on and easy off. And....one of the best features is, they are WASHABLE! Many leather gloves are NOT and after several months use, begin to smell, less than good. The size runs TRUE. I am 6' at 208 lbs and a LARGE fits perfectly.

These are probably the best gloves I have ever had. The foam padding in seriously amazing, plus they are very comfortable and seem to be pretty durable so far. I would definately recommend these gloves to anyone who is serious about working out.

I was surprised to find that I should have ordered large. Medium were a little tight, and that's my normal size. That's the risk you always take with online shopping, though, so no complaints. Excellent quality. Perfect amount of padding, exactly what I was looking for.

It has been 2 1/2 years that I've owned my first pair of Ocelot gloves. They've finally served their purpose. The sporting goods store that I purchased my first pair from no longer exists. Nobody had them and so I decided to buy another brand. And it was a terrible choice and a terrible waste of money! Without going into specifics, the new pair of Harbinger gloves made me realize how GREAT the Ocelot gloves really are! Not only did the Harbinger gloves hurt my hand (it was the right size) but I might as well not have worn gloves at all. The Harbinger gloves made me wonder if the designers knew anything about the human hand at all.

The description of these gloves here on Amazon, and the descriptioins by the reviewers are completely correct. The palm is FULLY padded, no blisters. This glove doesn't restrict hand movement in anyway, while giving them, and the wrist, a great amount of stability. It has complete comfort. And I think they look great, although that is a decision for each individual buyer to make. I have absolutely no complaints about this product. It was the most expensive glove at the sporting goods store, but what does it matter when they last for over two years?

After reading quite a few reviews, we purchased these gloves as a Christmas present for our teen who is taking a weight training course. We shopped all the "big box" sports stores in the area and could not find anything close to the Valeo Wrist Wrap Glove. The gloves we found did not come close to the quality of the Valeo. The stitching is excellent; and the leather is pliable and comfortable. Also, the wrist wrap is an added bonus. Since the glove description appears to be geared for the male consumer, I was concerned that the size medium may be too large for her, but the fit was great. I might add that another lady's review was a deciding factor, as she indicated that she purchased the same gloves for her boyfriend, and the medium was tight/snug; however, they fit her great, so she kept them for herself and purchased the next size up. Our daughter is very happy with the gloves! I am so glad that I decided to check Amazon.com before going to another mall.

I just ordered my third pair after wearing out the last two pair. I really like these gloves. They do eventually wear out in the stitching though. I usually handwash them with soap and water. The leather is really soft but durable and the velcro holds up well too. I use XL but I have large hands. They're easy to get on and off. The extra wrist strap feel comfortable too. I have no complaints whatsoever. I used to buy them at Academy but last time I went in, all they carried were cheap gloves. So I ordered from Amazon instead. Buy these gloves. One warning: the orange colored leather will stain other clothes if you wash them with other clothes. I ruined an expensive pair of jeans because I accidentally threw the gloves in the laundry one time. - Weight Lifting Gloves - Weightlifting Gloves - Weight Training'

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Injinji Toe Socks For Runners - toesies, injinji

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Boss Orange socks are great in my book. They're beautifully made (this style is made in Turkey), soft, and extremely comfortable. Curt socks are a casual ankle sock with a padded sole for extra comfort. The fabric is a blend (80% cotton, 19% polyamid (nylon), and 1% elastine)that combines comfort and excellent moisture management.



Fit is excellent (I'm 12/13 US & 46 Euro), and the cuffs have just enough elastic. I have these in white, gray, & black. All have tasteful orange detailing. Boss Orange socks are on the expensive side, but they are tough to beat and I think they are worth it. Highly recommended. HUGO BOSS Men's Curt Ankle Sock, Navy, One Size - Toesies - Low-cut - Injinji - Injinji Toe Socks For Runners'

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Charging Cradle - car mount, droid car mount

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This product works with Droid 2 and Droid 2 Global, and reportedly the original Droid (more on that later).



This product consists of two parts. The first is the suction cup/arm portion, which attaches the device to your windshield. I have not tried that portion of the product at all, because I'm using a Proclip vehicle mount to attach it to my dashboard, and the Proclip two-prong adapter specifically designed for this product.



The second portion is the part that actually holds the phone, and that is made up of two parts. As delivered the two parts are connected, and allows you to snugly insert a Droid 2 into the holder. If, however, your Droid 2 is in a plastic case, you need to remove a liner that is inside the holder. That liner fits somewhat snugly in the device, but once it is removed a Droid 2 in a plastic case fits. The case I am using appears to support an extended life battery, but I have not verified that. Accordingly, it appears this dock fits an extended life battery, at least if you use a case. Again, I have not verified that. The unit comes with a second liner which reportedly fits the original Droid. I have not verified that.



You can use your phone with this device orientated either horizontally or vertically. With a vertical orientation your effectively have a "tall-screen" GPS, which is a much better orientation for maps.



Once the device is in the dock, the phone will pop up a specialized program as shown in the pictures, designed to make it easier to use while in a car. I'm not sure that portion of the programming is all that useful, but you can exit it and use the phone normally if you wish.



My only complaint is that the power connection to the device is a bit awkward, and that's due to the device being designed to be used in two orientations, and not specifically designed to be attached to a dashboard. As it is the power connector points straight out the back. Absent using a connector with a 90 degree bend, the cord may hit your dashboard. Again though, this shouldn't be an issue if you mount the device to your windshield with the suction cup.



Finally, the price on this unit is very reasonable, in part because it does not come with a 12 volt power cord. The Amazon seller I used threw one in for free! Motorola Car Mount and Rapid Car Charger for Motorola DROID 2 and DROID 2 Global [Retail Packaging]

This car mount and rapid car charger works great -- but -- it doesn't work when you have a protective case for your droid. I purchased both this and a protective case at the same time and got the car mount first -- phone fit great and it also comes with a adapter that you remove if you get a hard case -- however, the hard case has to be a "motorola approved" protective case. That really limits your ability to use this car mount. I ordered a Seido case, which I have used before and highly recommend it. But -- understanding which hard/protective case might fit with this car mount is more work than its worth. So, I returned it and am hoping to get another car mount -- based on a user's review (that I didn't read before I purchased this car mount) says the AKRON is a good mount that fits all phones. The odd thing to add is that the Motorola docking station -- works great -- and also has an adapter to use if you are not using a hard case -- and this Mortoroal docking station can be used with my Seido case. Go figure??

great product. a must have if you have a droid 2. had a little problem getting a case that would work with it but got it resolved by buying an authentic motorolla case from verizon ( 25 dollars ). very convenient, charging cord plugs into cradle so you don't have to mess with wires and plugging things in. just drop the phone in and go. the navigation is great. my only gripe was that the package had been opened and even though everything was in bags, half of my cradle's suction cup latch looks like it had been broken off. it still locks fine but i'm not sure if this was a new product or something that had been returned. it was sold as new.

I didn't purchase this navigation mount from Amazon.

I bought it from Verizon Store at the time of DROID 2 purchase (Extra discount on phone accessories that makes most of the genuine accessories much cheaper than anywhere else).



Anyhow, it is good to know that Motorola seem to redesigned their navigation mount this time around for DROID 2. Now, you can have your phone stably place on your navigation mount while keeping the case on!



I'm not sure if all the DROID 2 navigation dock comes in a package in a way that the "insert" is already tightly inserted onto its main dock. Well, mine did... and I hated it. I wished if I could have the navigation mount that is usable while keeping the case on.



It took me a while to figure this out...

I actually spent a good one month or so without knowing it and did take the case off every time I'm in my car. Yeah...It was a huge drag... (I still loved it's stability though)



Because of the hassle, I came to very close to just abandoning it and getting an universal navigation mount that would fit my DROID 2 while keeping its case on. And then I found out that Motorola DROID 2 A955 Multimedia Docking Station can be used while I keep the case on after removing the insert (please read my review for the product IF interested)...

And I thought, "Hmmm... so if things worked out with the multimedia docking station, shouldn't it work with the navigation mount too??"



So I tried to see if I could remove the insert from the main dock.

It didn't come off easily. This is because the gap between the main dock and the insert is practically none and I didn't want to damage the dock body. It was necessary to detach the main dock from the arm before I proceed to the next step.



I used two different kind of flat-head screwdrivers (i.e., one small, one medium) in order to separate the two. I first used the small flat-head to make a small gap between the insert and the dock. And then I inserted the bigger flat-head between the gap and pushed the insert further apart from the main dock). IT PROBABLY THE BEST IF YOU WORK ON THE BACK SIDE OF THE MOUNT SINCE THE SCRATCHES WON'T BE SO VISIBLE EVEN IF YOU ACCIDENTALLY DAMAGE THE BODY.



It took several attempts before they came apart.

It is a good thing that Motorola built the mount so steadily, but it takes a gentle, yet firm force to separate the two.





Pros:

- Compatibility (Fits DROID 2 with or without a case)

- Durability (This navigation mount does not shake or move once it's placed right).

I use suction cup to mount against the front glass and from the day one (it's been about a month),

it never came off. It's still attached to the glass as strong as the day one.

- Stability (This navigation mount is built very solid and won't come off nor shake the phone).

- You can adjust the angle in anyway you want.

- There is a charging output on the back of the mount. So you can just put the phone in its place and it starts charging as long as you keep the phone on the mount, which is crucial as battery drains while using Google Map Navigation.



Cons:

- It took a while to figure out how to set it up right (Had to use two screwdrivers...)

- Package doesn't include car charger

- Aux cable is no use if your vehicle doesn't have it's input or is not equipped with bluetooth system (just like my old car. I only have a cassette tape player and I would need to get something like this:Xm Auto Cassette Adapter in order to get a better sound.



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Product Description:

- This customized car cradle and mount stays put while on the road, automatically triggers a

dashboard application that allows you to easily access your music, internet radio, Google Map

Navigation, and make hands-free calls or connect to your favorite widgets.

- The 3.5mm cable connects with your car's auxiliary port to play tour tunes on your car stereo.

- Includes an insert to allow use with DROID or DROID 2 by MOTOROLA.



Package Includes:

- Navigation/Music Vehicle Mount for DROID 2 by Motorola

- 3.5mm Aux Audio Cable

- Adapter insert for DROID by Motorola

- User Guide - Dock - Car Charger - Droid Car Mount - Car Mount'

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String Trimmer Accessories - weedeaterline, string trimmer

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I somewhat agree with the guy from Vegas that this is a waste of money, EXCEPT that this is about the only way to get extra spools for your Black & Decker weed whacker. Note that you can buy a spool of 600 feet of .065 line from Amazon (Desert Extrusion brand, price is $8.80 for 600 feet in March 2007). Then, with the bulk line, plus these 3 spools, plus the spool that came with the weed whacker you can have up to 4 spools ready to rock and roll at minimal cost. Unlike the guy from Vegas, it takes me more than 2 minutes to hand-wind a spool, but not a lot longer, it's pretty easy to do, my main advice being I find it better to not try and wind more than 25 feet onto a spool even though it presumably can hold 30 feet of line. Everytime I wind more than 25 feet I get a lot of jams until the line gets those extra few feet chewed off. Hope this helps. Black & Decker AF-100-3ZP 30-Feet 0.065-Inch Line String Trimmer Replacement Spool, 3-Pack

What the other reviewers fail to mention, maybe because they failed to try, is that the AFS on the trimmer continues to work flawlessly with hand wound string, and at less than 1/4 the cost it's seems like a huge waste to buy the pre-wound spools. It only takes 2 minutes to rewind a spool, so even when I do run out in the middle of a job, I just look at it as a 2-minute break from yard work. Of course, if your one and only concern is convenience, you may be looking at the right product. Be aware, if you've had trouble with rewinding trimmers in the past, it may be because you're using old line, which tends to get brittle over time. Buy some new line and try again. If you buy the three-pack of spools three times, you just paid for your trimmer again.

Thanks for reading,

Adam

ps. Two stars for effort, but the cost is just ridiculous.

The factory replacement spool for the GH400 Trimmer/Edger is the way to go. I have been very pleased with the easy to load and use spools. I have had bad luck with other trimmers, but this one is great with the factory replacement spool.

I have owned several trimmers, those with long heavy cords to drag along, others with gas/oil mixtures that never worked quite right. Then came the Black and Decker auto feed system. I think it is fabulous! You just plug it on a charger and it is always ready for use, the spools could not be simpler to pop in. I highly recommend this product. Thank you Black and Decker! - Black And Decker - Cordless Weed Whacker - Weedeaterline - String Trimmer'

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Product has worked very well. Starts easy and has plenty of power for my needs. However, I've used the vaccum only two times and already the zipper on the bag has come apart. For the kind of work this is supposed to do, the bag is not very heavy duty. It should last a season at least!! It's also very small which needs to be emptied frequently. It does a great job sucking up leaves and mulching them. As a whole the product has been good. Blower is powerful and the speed control lever is well placed and easy to adjust. But the blower tube is difficult to unattach and at one point require the use of a screwdriver to unclipped it. A poor clip design. For the price it's okay. If I had to buy another, I'd look at other brands to compare the above concerns. TROY-BILT BLOWER/VAC

My Homelite Blower finally quit after 10 years of terrific service. For some reason I decided to try a different brand. Maybe I didn't think 10 years was long enough.



The troy-bilt blows good but no better than my old Homelite.

And to blow that good it uses a lot more gas.



It is extremely loud! It probably should be outlawed. I have a 10,000 Watt generator that isn't as loud.



Instead of a variable speed trigger that you can operate with your finger while you hold it, it has a lever that clicks to about 4 speeds that you have to operate with your non-holding hand.



Plus the exhaust exits out the back making it easy to burn yourself unless you hold it out and away. And that is awkward because it is big and heavy.



It does start easy, but so did my old homelite before it died.



It is unfriendly to the enviroment and user!

The motor takes a minute or two to get up to speed, but once it does it runs smooth and has good power at the highest setting. Don't expect it blow wet leaves or even wet grass though. The speed control lever is my biggest complaint. It's big, and I constantly hit it with my knuckles, knocking the speed control down to the lower settings. Even worse the vibration causes the lever to bounce to the lower settings on it's own. This causes me to hold the lever in place with one hand, and the blower in the other.



The vacuum is powerful. On the lowest setting I was able to vacuum the leaves and pine needles from the flowerbed, leaving the lava rocks behind. The higher settings were powerful enough to suck up 1-2 inch size rocks (not recommended). I did not have any problems with the bag. The spring on the vacuum door is rather tight and it was difficult getting the vacuum attachment on with only two hands.

This is the third blower I have owned; one an electric and the other a 2 cycle gasoline powered unit. Compared to these, this unit produces far less wind. It is not convenient or easy to aim.



About the only good thing I can say is that it does start easily.



As a vacuum, it does not suck up debris like my old Craftsman. It is very cumbersome to convert from blower to vac. The bag is far too small. Most frustrating is the vacuum tube which frequently falls off during operation. If ever there was a good application for duct tape, this would be it!



I will be calling Amazon and/or Troy-Bilt to see if I can send it in for a refund. This is truly a piece of junk!

Just bought the blower and cranked it up according to the instructions provided.



It started easily like it said, and it idled relatively quietly while warming up, save for a slight metallic rattling noise which I couldn't figure out. The honeymoon was over shortly after this point.



I let the blower idle for a few minutes to let it warm up. When I pushed the throttle control to fast and began using it, the throttle control rolled back to slow/turtle speed.



I thought it would need more time to warm up, so I let it idle for a few more minutes.



Again, I moved the throttle to high speed and it went back to slow. This time I moved it back to fast and kept my fingers pushed against the throttle arm while I used it.



Cautiously, I let the arm go and it stayed in place, but only for about ten (10) seconds.



During this test period, I continued to hear the metallic rattling noise.



After continued attempts to keep the throttle arm in place I decided not to try my luck with the vacuum bag since I wouldn't want to soil other parts that I would be returning.



I do not recommend this product. Perhaps Troy Bilt has better models to consider, but I'm not going to waste my time.

Sears sells this same machine with their craftsman brand name on it. Thats what I got. I agree with some, the rope has a wierd pull that takes some getting used to and I question if it even helps starting much, since its such a little engine. As a blower I like it. But it is easy to keep hitting the throttle and changing the speed. ALL BLOWERS blow about the same. I like that there is no cord to limit me. Technique helps you move leaves. Blow them into a pile and then stick the nozzle UNDER the pile and lift to move them. And DUH! all wet leaves will stick to the ground. My biggest gripe is the capacity of the mulch bag. 10 to 1 my butt. Its about 4 to 1. It does mulch well and will even chop up thin twigs but you got to empty the bag so often and its cumbersome to do. I'm thinking of adapting this machine to a covered wagon that I can pull behind my tractor. I will use my tractor to blow leaves into a pile and then use the vac mounted on a wagon with a long flex tube to suck up leaves like landscapers do. I do find the vac very usefull around bushs and flower beds and other tight spots.

This worked for the 2-3 hours I used it in 2006. Now (2007) it refuses to start at all, despite all storage/maintenance performed. I've changed the gas, replaced the plug, checked for spark, cleaned the air filter, cleaned the spark arrestor, tried starter fluid, etc. Nothing. So I paid roughly $50/hr to use this in 2006, and spent about 3 hours trying to get it to work this year. - Purchased - Leaf Blower - Review - Troy Bilt'

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Chargers - charger, tools

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This thing will over-charge your battery and ruin it if you leave it charging more than a day. Spend a few $$$ more and get the smart charger (the orange one) it will not keep charging when the battery is full. Also the power on the unit will fry-out if left plugged in. Black and Decker PS180 14.4 Volt Battery Charger #418352-02

Do yourself a favour and buy the DeWalt DC9310 Heavy-Duty 7.2 Volt - 18 Volt 1 Hour Charger instead. It charges both the Black & Decker PS140 (14.4V) and PS130 (12V) Firestorm batteries.



I've wasted money on 3 of these Black & Decker chargers and that doesn't include a free replacement on the charger that came with the set and stopped working on the second day. I thought I was doing something wrong all of this time - leaving the batteries charging too long and cooking the charger - until I read the reviews here. Seems like everyone has the same problem. Black & Decker should be ashamed of themselves and I will never buy one of their tools again - Rigid, Ryobi or DeWalt for me in future.



My 14.4V Firestorm set has been sitting in the basement collecting dust until my wife said she was going to throw them out and I thought I'd have one last go at salvaging it (as it cost about $200 when new). As I couldn't find the charger or batteries in the stores, I started looking on line and found that Black & Decker doesn't even support these models anymore (thanks for nothing, B&D !!) With the help of other reviews on Amazon, I eventually found (and bought) the DeWalt DC9310 charger and it's the best $30 I've spend in ages. Not only does it fit and fully charge the 14.4V Firestorm batteries, it fits and charges the 12V Firestorms as well.



Thank you, DeWalt. Thank you, Amazon reviewers. And stuff you, Black & Decker.

This type of charger is adequate, but if you plug in a bad battery, it will short out. I have done this 3 times already, but I now have a battery tester which I use before recharging my batteries. The best thing about it is the price.

If you need to replace the charger that came with your PS130 Firestorm battery DON'T BUY THIS ONE. I charged the battery once and it worked fine. The second time I went to charge the battery, the charger was not working and now I need to replace it. What poor quality from Black and Decker. I wonder if they really care?

Item was a perfect match..replacement charger for my B&D drill! Recieved promptly, and well packaged! Was priced at less than half price from even the cheapest of parts retailers. Will def recommend this seller! - Tools - Charger - Battery - Black Decker Battery'

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Childrens Books - shoes, animal stories

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My granddaughter, who is almost 4, simply loved the book! She had me read it 3 times. She kept asking why the mommy said "no" to the one pair of shoes that cost too much. She loved picking out which shoes she liked best in the book and identified with the shoes that were too tight. She insisted on taking this book with her on vacation. Looking forward to more from this author! Shoes for Me! (Pinwheel Books)

This book is adorable. The rhymes are fun to read out loud, and the beautiful illustrations are the perfect compliment. The search for shoes is always stressful for my children, and I appreciate having a book that makes it fun!

Love this book. Reads so lovely and my preschoolers love it. Especially the one who loves shoes and what little girl doesn't. Kids can identify with the wonder of shopping for that first pair of shoes themselves. Parents won't mind reading this one again and again.

Hippo has outgrown her shoes and needs a new pair. Now that she is older, her mom is letting her choose her own shoes. When they arrive at the store, there are choices galore!



"Shoes for dress-up,

Shoes with heels.

Even shoes that roll on wheels!"



Written in rhythmic rhyme, Sue Fliess makes Hippo's hunt for those elusive pair of perfect shoes a fun adventure. When mom is ready to give up, Hippo sees one last pair. Could they be the ones?!! Mike Laughead's illustrations bring Hippo and the other animals in the store to life with splash of bright, beautiful color. Every mother can relate to finding the perfect pair of shoes for her child (or herself!) and will find this book a fun way to start the school year.

When a young hippo grows out of her shoes her mother takes her on a shopping expedition to choose her very own pair (with some limitations of course). Written in flawless rhyming prose, Sue Fliess' Shoes For Me! Is so reminiscent of trips to the shoe store with my young daughters.



Anyone with little girls will completely relate to the hippo's wild enthusiasm for trying on every pair of shoes in the store. From flip-flops to roller shoes and everything in between, it seems like the perfect pair of shoes will never be found! We too have left a long trail of discarded pairs of shoes in our wake while shopping, and my three shoe-loving daughters love this whimsical and truly delightful children's picture book.



They have spent hours pouring over Mike Laugheads colorful illustrations of different shoe types, "I like this one." "No, I like this one!" The competition is particularly fierce as to who will claim the sparkly, pink, and purple shoes, though some of the more unusual pairs have also elicited squeals of delight and questions to mom about what kinds of shoes these are exactly. (I'm sure they are wondering where WE could buy a pair of many of them.)



I'm not sure what it is about little girls and shoes, but Fliess certainly has their fascination and indecisiveness nailed in this charming book.

A young hippo goes shopping for shoes with her mom. This time she can choose her own, from "shoes that sparkle" to "shoes that snap," to everything in between. After trying on as many shoes as she can, the young hippo finds a match. Children ages 2-5, especially girls, will celebrate this collection and choice of shoes.

My 2 ½ year old daughter LOVES this book! This is a regular at bedtime each evening now and I love how much she enjoys it and how quickly she began remembering and predicting the next word or two. She points out her favorites on each page and loves reading about "pippo," which is "hippo" in 2 year old speak.



The illustrations are vibrant and colorful and jump off the page. The book is very well done and a great addition to every child's library!

My 6 year old daughter loves this book (and so do I)!!! The story is so cute and the illustrations are beautiful--love the colors. I really enjoy the rhyming aspect of the story. This is a great book for all, especially new readers and anyone who LOVES shoes! We read it all the time. I will be giving it as a gift for quite a few! - Hippos - Animal Stories - Shoes'

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