http://www.viewpoints.com/Sports-Equipment--3281 Fri, 04 Jul 2008 03:14:25 GMT Reviews about Sports Equipment http://www.viewpoints.com/Smith-Wesson-SMITH-WESSON-M-P-9-PISTOL-review-8ff73 I have owned and shot many pistols over my life - including GLOCK's, Ruger's, Kimber's, etc. I have owned the Smith & Wesson M&P 9mm semi-automatic pistol for approx. 9 months and love it. — —... Fri, 04 Jul 2008 03:14:25 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Smith-Wesson-SMITH-WESSON-M-P-9-PISTOL-review-8ff73 MYOPINION2008 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Mizuno-MP-67-review-4c511 I really like these clubs. I have used the MP 29's for over 8 years now, so I have always been a Mizuno fan. My buddy bought these a few weeks back and I hit them at the range one day. Very nice club, that seems to be a little more forgiving then my 29's. I didn't really notice a big difference in distance, except on the... Wed, 02 Jul 2008 20:02:36 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Mizuno-MP-67-review-4c511 iwalk18 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/DeMarini-Vexxum-32-inch-29oz-Drop-3-Long-Barrel-Bat-review-63c11 Demarini Vexxum 32 inch -3 Baseball Bat — What is it? — The DeMarini Vexxum 32 inch 29 oz Long Barrel is a baseball bat used by high school aged players, even though it's called an adult bat. The composite handle is carbon reinforced and the new Clutch Knob helps to reduce vibration. — The Demarini Vexxum costs $160.00 and can be purchased at Dick's Sporting Goods and other sporting good stores, as well as online. — My Son's Viewpoint! — He loves the bat because of the name, for one.  He's a DeMarini Baseball Bat fan.  He will only use DeMarini baseball bats.  This is his favorite baseball bat that he has owned because of the long barrel, it gives him a bigger and better hitting spot.  Since he's gotten the DeMarini Vexxum, his batting average has went up and his balls are popping off the bat going the long distance. — Mom's Viewpoint! — $160.00 for a baseball bat?  Are you kidding me?  I... Wed, 25 Jun 2008 02:28:06 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/DeMarini-Vexxum-32-inch-29oz-Drop-3-Long-Barrel-Bat-review-63c11 CrystaBush 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Huffy-26in-Mens-Stone-Mountain-Bike-review-bc6c2 A few years ago my "Made in the USA" Huffy got stolen. (sigh) Not knowing any better at the time, I went to K-Mart & bought this one to replace it.  What a mistake!  — #1) It has a very uncomfortable seat which was soon replaced.  #2) It has a steel frame vs. aluminum frame. (much heavier) #3) It wouldn't shift properly from day one.  K-Mart couldn't and/or wouldn't do a thing.  So I went on-line to the Huffy web site and looked up how to adjust it myself.  #4) Going uphill was nearly impossible.  Even the slightest hill would mean LOW GEAR. — Do yourself a favor and invest the extra bucks into one with an aluminum frame, a comfortable seat, and the gears to handle hills.  Don't waste your money on this one. —... Tue, 24 Jun 2008 06:45:16 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Huffy-26in-Mens-Stone-Mountain-Bike-review-bc6c2 OldHippie 1 http://www.viewpoints.com/Gamma-Hoppette-Ball-Hopper-Value-Pack-Tennis-Balls-Included-review-addb3 My kids are taking tennis this year, but with only one hour 2 times a week and like 15 kids per instructor to be honest they are not learning all that much in the class.  So I decided that after they had class time with the class then I would play with them and help teach them for a half hour or an hour depending how tired they are and how hot it is.  Of course since they are new at playing tennis they tend to hit a lot of balls all over the place.  I know that when you play with beginers you either need to have a lot of balls or spend the entire playing time chasing down balls that were mis hit.  I opted for having a lot of balls. — While we were shopping for a new racket for my daugher I happened to see the Gamma Hoppette Ball Hopper Value Pack - which included 18 balls.  At the price of $29.99 I thought it would be well worth it for me to purchase. — For thos of you who do not know what a ball hopper is, it is basically a little portable cage... Mon, 23 Jun 2008 22:51:00 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Gamma-Hoppette-Ball-Hopper-Value-Pack-Tennis-Balls-Included-review-addb3 ladym33 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Finish-Line-Dry-Teflon-Lube-Chain-Lubricant-review-20713 I know a lot of people who don't maintain their bicycles in any way. As long as the tires aren't flat they just hop on and go for a ride. While that works for a while, eventually the parts will grind to a halt. If you are resistant to working on your bike, one of the easiest things you can still do that will make a difference is lubricating the chain. How hard can it be? — Lubricating the chain will make it easier to pedal, since there will be less resistance amongst the moving parts. Also, lubricating the chain will extend the life of the chain. Otherwise, grit and dust gradually accumulate and grind away at the mechanisms. Some day the unmaintained chain will snap, and then you will be stuck. — Finish Line makes a variety of chain lubricating products that are very helpful in keeping a bicycle chain operating, and I use Finish Line Dry Teflon Lube.  The so called ''dry'' lubes are best for bicycling in dry conditions, like on pavement. — Dry lubes apply as a... Mon, 23 Jun 2008 15:07:14 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Finish-Line-Dry-Teflon-Lube-Chain-Lubricant-review-20713 JovialCougar 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Walmart-Bicycles-review-5fe22 The bikes at Walmart are just as good as expensive bikes. The difference is in the comfort. Both are durable and will last as long as they are well taken care of. You can purchase comfortable bike seats at a bike dealer. Walmart does not sell them. So if you buy a bike at Walmart - check out your local bike shop for a more comfortable... Wed, 18 Jun 2008 14:48:22 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Walmart-Bicycles-review-5fe22 jostanner 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Rapala-Freshwater-Rattlin-Rapala-review-589a5 From early Spring to late Fall, there's always one lure I use to "find" Mr.(or Miss) Bass...a Rattlin' Rap.  It comes in many sizes from 3/16 oz. (1-1/2" long) to 3/4 oz. (3-1/8"long).  It also comes in a variety of colors.  My two favorites would be the Sliver Blue & Firetiger.  The Silver Blue on bright, sunny days; the Firetiger on cloudy days or in murky, stained water.  Use this lure to find the first Bass of the day, then slow down with a plastic worm or other slow baits.  Sometimes you get lucky and find a "grassy flat" that Bass are holding in.  That's an area with submerged vegetation 2 to 4 feet below the surface of the water.  Just keep casting that Rattlin' Rap until they quit biting it.  Sometimes the Bass like it on a steady fast retreve...sometimes rip it a few turns then pause it for just a split second.    I give this lure a rare 5 stars for three reasons.  #1) I always catch... Wed, 18 Jun 2008 10:21:11 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Rapala-Freshwater-Rattlin-Rapala-review-589a5 OldHippie 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Quantum-Hot-Sauce-review-e4735 I always thought reel oil was reel oil...nothing special.  I had always used Abu-Garcia products because I owned Abu-Garcia reels.  On my last trip to Cabela's I wanted to pick up some reel oil.  All they had was Quantum Hot Sauce reel oil.  When I was about to complain, the sales person stated that's all they carry because it blows away the competition.  And he was right. — What I like about it best is the applicator.  A pinpoint dispenser that allows precise applications. (One drop is enough usually.) Also, it's RED, so you can see it better.  According to Quantum, this stuff forms a molecularly bond with the metal.  Quantum claims a 30% increase in casting difference on bait-cast reels.  I wouldn't go quite that far, but I did notice a better performing reel on a LONG day of fishing.  How long?  Let's just say I won't be needing a tanning salon. — ... Thu, 12 Jun 2008 07:57:10 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Quantum-Hot-Sauce-review-e4735 OldHippie 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Bell-No-Mor-Flats-Inner-Tubes-review-a42f2 I purchased the No-Mor Flats Inner Tube by BELL last week at Wal-mart. I have been using it now for most of that time. When I first put it inside of my tire it seemed hard and difficult. I read the directions again, and I saw that it had to be watered down first. I actually just put it in my tire without the water. You have to have patience because the tube is kind of hard. —... Tue, 10 Jun 2008 15:43:56 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Bell-No-Mor-Flats-Inner-Tubes-review-a42f2 shcpenn 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Old-Town-Otter-Kayak-review-e71a3 If you are looking for an introductory kayak that will let you enjoy some paddling and won't cost a ton of money, you should take a look at Old Town Canoe's Otter Kayak. The reasonably priced boat gives you plenty of features in a small and easily manageable size that should give you a good first taste of kayaking. — The Otter is 9 ½ feet long, about 28 ½ inches (a little over 2 feet) wide, about a foot in height, the cockpit opening is 19 inches by 38 inches and it weighs about 39 pounds.  This makes it one of the smaller recreational kayaks out there.  Even though it's on the small side, the Otter can generally accommodate most paddlers. The cockpit is slightly oversized when compared to other similar boats and the length and width of the boat is more than enough for all but the tallest of paddlers. — While the boat is rated to hold up to 225 pounds, I've found you can go up to at least 250 pounds of weight without affecting the performance of... Mon, 09 Jun 2008 14:32:55 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Old-Town-Otter-Kayak-review-e71a3 jps246 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Yoga-Toes-Toe-Stretchers-Men-Womens-Small-Size-review-91704 I've only had these for three days, but I am totally sold - and so is my husband, who has all kinds of foot complaints. I wore them for about 10 minutes three times the first day, a little longer the second, and now I wish I had more sitting time in the day so I could wear them longer. I can feel the bones shifting - it's like chiropractics for the feet. I love walking around right after I take them off too - hope that feeling keeps lasting longer and longer. — — I got them to correct my big toes that bend inward and I can't tell if that will happen yet - but all my toes are just loving the daily stretching. — — Great product. —... Sun, 08 Jun 2008 04:30:16 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Yoga-Toes-Toe-Stretchers-Men-Womens-Small-Size-review-91704 stretchytoes 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Urban-Rebounder-Fitness-System-review-05a60 My girlfriends and I purchase this Urban rebounder fitness system on a whim because we were trying to get back to our pre-kid bodies for summer. We all have very limited time and expected to see some good results which we haven't seen. I feel more of a burn pushing my kids around on a stroller than jumping around on a silly trampoline to 90's dance music! — — —... Fri, 06 Jun 2008 06:21:34 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Urban-Rebounder-Fitness-System-review-05a60 StarGirl60601 1 http://www.viewpoints.com/Wilson-Evolution-Basketball-review-bcc46 Wilson always does a tremendous job with basketballs.  This ball will not let you down, very easy to shoot with and texture of the ball is outstanding to dribble.  I have always used wilson basketballs and this goes back about 15 years.  Cant go... Tue, 03 Jun 2008 16:56:21 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Wilson-Evolution-Basketball-review-bcc46 pantherfan 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Wintec-500-All-Purpose-Saddle-review-db923 First of all, Wintec knows how to make saddles that fit both you and your horse.  I have tried other All- purpose saddles, and been disatisfied with them all.  It was only when I tried the Wintec that I felt comfortable.  I felt like I was velcroed to my horse and no matter how hard my horse tried, I was not coming off (and she did try).  I recommend this saddle to everyone, especially people who want to go faster that a trot. —... Fri, 30 May 2008 20:03:28 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Wintec-500-All-Purpose-Saddle-review-db923 katelynj3 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Gaiam-Yoga-Essentials-Brick-review-f32d3 This block has helped my yoga practice.  It allows you to have a comfortable strech, rather than over streching and creating a potential injury. — I no longer need it for most moves but I would not have achieved so much so quickly without this block. —... Tue, 27 May 2008 16:41:28 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Gaiam-Yoga-Essentials-Brick-review-f32d3 MPJackson 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Yoga-Toes-Toe-Stretchers-Men-Womens-Small-Size-review-c6c33 My family loves this product - we purchased it on e-bay at about half the cost.  Our college son wants us to but a pair for him to bring to school in the fall. — If you stand on your feet, you will love it (our son is a waiter).  It's very ralxing to strech your toes while reading a book or watching a movie.  I can even walk in them now (for a few minutes).  They are strengthening my toes for my yoga practice. —... Tue, 27 May 2008 16:30:09 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Yoga-Toes-Toe-Stretchers-Men-Womens-Small-Size-review-c6c33 MPJackson 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Mizuno-infielders-glove-review-03843 I have had a mizuno glove since I was 6 years old. I used the same glove all the way up until I made it to high school. It never once fell apart or tore or anything. The only reason I bought another glove was because I needed a different size. I would never use any other glove besides Mizuno, and thats coming from personal... Fri, 23 May 2008 02:48:49 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Mizuno-infielders-glove-review-03843 blainyboy 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Next-20-Boys-Turbo-BMX-Bike-review-801a2 I have been buying next bikes for my older sons for a number of years. they love the durability, these bikes can take a beating and still keep going! the only problem we seem to have is the chain falls off alot, so you have to keep tightening it. My sons also love the pegs that come standard on all next bikes. they are good for tricks, but mostly for towing friends. —... Wed, 21 May 2008 16:11:27 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Next-20-Boys-Turbo-BMX-Bike-review-801a2 hamsterhands 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Quantum-HYPERCAST-HPL-review-fc685 For some unknown reason...this spinning reel is becoming harder & harder to find.  But it's still on the Quantum Fishing website.  Cabela's sells a rod & reel combo.  — It combines two things not found in any other spinning reel; a "trigger casting system" and instant anti-reverse.  The reel need not be centered at the top to use the trigger.  In fact, you never touch the line.  — I'm basically a baitcast reel man myself, (Abu-Garcia) but when I saw this for $30.00, I couldn't pass it up.  Spool it up with some Berkley Fireline and a medium-heavy rod and WOW...what a combo for plastic worm fishin'. — This would be a great reel for any young angler...let's say age 10 or over.  It's super-easy to use.  See this link.    http://www.quantumfishing.com/fwreels/hypercast_spinning.html —... Wed, 21 May 2008 08:25:47 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Quantum-HYPERCAST-HPL-review-fc685 OldHippie 4