Abstract: An amusement device includes an outer shell of transparent or semi-transparent plastic or elastomer having good bounce characteristics, and a liquid, preferably water, and light-up device therewithin, the liquid being outside said light-up device. Glitter is also desirably within the liquid.

Abstract: A play and/or exercise hoop for hip gyration is formed of a tube formed into a circle, the tube having a cross-section with a flat outwardly facing wall suitable for accepting a decorative strip adhered thereto. The cross-sectional shape of the tube is D-shaped.

Abstract: A play and/or exercise hoop for hip gyration is formed of a tube formed into a circle, the tube having a cross-section with a flat outwardly facing wall suitable for accepting a decorative strip adhered thereto. The cross-sectional shape of the tube is preferably D-shaped, with the flat wall of the D extending between two outwardly projecting ribs.

Abstract: The jumping or skipping plaything has a flattened and twisted connector between a roller, drum or wheel at one end and an ankle ring at the other end. The connector rotates with the wheel or roller or drum relative to the ankle ring. The connector also contains day glow material to provide an edge glow.

Abstract: A spinner assembly for wheels for bicycles and other vehicles is provided, which moves independently of the wheel axle and which can easily be adapted to fit a variety of axle sizes. The spinner assembly that is comprised of a spinner and a hub lock, the hub lock adapted to fit between the wheel hub and the spinner. The spinner may be formed of one unitary wheel with a slit from its outer circumference to its inner opening, or it may be split into multiple parts. The hub lock is provided in multiple parts. The spinner assembly is provided in multiple parts so that it can be slipped through the spokes of the bicycle wheel and easily assembled over the hub.

Abstract: An exercise and/or play hoop, made of semi-rigid plastic tubing, is partially filed with water (30) to between ? and ½ full, most preferably ¼ full. The water improves the dynamics of the hoop and makes it easier to keep the hoop elevated by gyration. The hoop is made of a length of hoop tube (10) bent into a circle. A coupling tube (20) is inserted where the ends (11, 12) abut, spanning the joint. The coupling tube includes a bore (25) through which the liquid flows circumferentially around inside the hoop, and past the joint. The coupling tube is formed of a hard and strong inner tube and a softer, somewhat compressible outer sheath which forms a seal with the inside of the hoop tube. A decorative, preferably iridescent sheet (18) may cover the hoop.

Abstract: An exercise and/or play hoop, made of semi-rigid plastic tubing, is partially filed with water (30) to between 1/6 and 1/2 full, most preferably 1/4 full. The water improves the dynamics of the hoop and makes it easier to keep the hoop elevated by gyration. The hoop is made of a length of hoop tube (10) bent into a circle. A coupling tube (20) is inserted where the ends (11, 12) abut, spanning the joint. The coupling tube includes a bore (25) through which the liquid flows circumferentially around inside the hoop, and past the joint. The coupling tube is formed of a hard and strong inner tube and a softer, somewhat compressible outer sheath which forms a seal with the inside of the hoop tube. A decorative, preferably iridescent sheet (18) may cover the hoop.

Abstract: The jumping or skipping plaything has a flattened and twisted connector between a roller, drum or wheel at one end and an ankle ring at the other end. the connector rotates with the wheel or roller or drum relative to the ankle ring. The connector also contains day glow material to provide an edge glow.

Abstract: An amusement device, particularly for use by children for jumping or skipping, has a ring through which one foot is placed, and a tube or rod extending therefrom with a wheel at the far end of the rod or tube. The wheel contains some small lamps and a generator, whereby rotation of the wheel causes the lamps to light. The connector rod or tube is wrapped with holographically printed film.

Abstract: A soft toy football having guiding fins projecting from its back end is enhanced by a motor driven propeller.

Abstract: A soft toy football having guiding fins projecting from its back end is enhanced by a motor driven propeller.

Abstract: An amusement device, particularly for use by children for jumping or skipping, has a ring through which one foot is placed, and a tube or rod extending therefrom with a wheel at the far end of the rod or tube. The wheel contains some small lamps and a generator, whereby rotation of the wheel causes the lamps to light. The connector rod or tube is wrapped with holographically printed film.

Abstract: An exercise and/or play hoop, made of semi-rigid plastic tubing, is partially filed with water (30) to between ⅙ and ½ full, most preferably ¼ full. The water improves the dynamics of the hoop and makes it easier to keep the hoop elevated by gyration. The hoop is made of a length of hoop tube (10) bent into a circle. A coupling tube (20) is inserted where the ends (11, 12) abut, spanning the joint. The coupling tube includes a bore (25) through which the liquid flows circumferentially around inside the hoop, and past the joint. The joint is sealed on the outside with a shrink-plastic tube. A decorative, preferably iridescent cover (18) may cover the hoop.

Abstract: An exercise and/or play hoop, made of semi-rigid plastic tubing, is partially filled with water (30) to between ⅙ and ½ full, most preferably ¼ full. The water improves the dynamics of the hoop and makes keeping the hoop elevated by gyration easier. The hoop is preferably made of a length of hoop tube (10) bent into a circle. A coupling tube (20) is inserted where the ends (11, 12) abut, spanning over the joint. The coupling tube includes a bore (25) through which the liquid flows circumferentially around inside the hoop, and past the joint. To seal the water in O-rings (41, 42) are used. A decorative, preferably iridescent cover (18) may cover the hoop. Tape (50) keeps the joint together. The hoop may be scented.

Abstract: Playthings, such as exercise and entertainment hoops, children's bats, batons and jump ropes, are provided with an elongated sheath of fabric tightly adhering thereto, the fabric sheath being available in a variety of decorative patterns at a low cost. This enables the base product to be mass produced in an inexpensive way in accordance with conventional practice, but then to provide such products with individualized appearance with the fabric covering.

Abstract: A game apparatus, especially adapted for children's volleyball includes a net, a pair of standard supporting the ends of the net, and a pair of bases each supporting one of the standard. The standards are formed from two plastic interfitting and telescoping tubes so that the net is height adjustable in a simple way, the two tubes frictionally inter-engaging with one another. The net is provided with integral sleeves at each end which fit over the upper tubes of the standards. The standards are supported in the basis in such way so that they extend upwardly and outwardly, diverging the bottom to the top in an outward direction. The bases are hollow and capable of receiving ballast, e.g. water or sand, and retaining the ballast without leakage. In addition, the larger portion of each base extends inwardly toward the center of the net from the standard, with a smaller portion extending outwardly from the standard.

Abstract: A water shower device for spraying water to entertain and amuse children has a device at its bottom end for receiving water from a garden hose and for anchoring a hollow tube in the vertical direction. The hollow tube contains one or more crinkle plastic strips exhibiting neon edge glow, and at its upper end has a nozzle which carries a pinwheel, the pinwheel also displaying neon edge glow. The nozzle is a one-piece structure having downwardly ad inwardly directed struts which meet at a central nose and define openings through which the water spurts so as to impinge upon and drive the pinwheel, the pinwheel in turn disbursing the water droplets over 360.degree..