Editorial Review

In case you're too thirsty to be satisfied with just one beverage while you're out for a stroll, this sporty and lightweight stroller has you covered with double cup holders. And you might get a bit parched, come to think of it, given how easy it will be to head out for a quick walk around the neighborhood. The young passenger rides in comfort and security thanks to a 5-point harness and an adjustable headrest. The person behind the stroller, besides being thoroughly sated with beverage options, will appreciate the large storage basket as well as the handy one-hand collapsing feature. The stroller is decorated in a simple blue-checkered pattern. --Charlie Williams ... Read more

Reviews (80)

Positives outweigh negatives ....
I first fell in love with the adorable print of the Colby line. I wanted to make sure I had something masculine and dark in color (stains don't show) but not too "unbabyish".After looking into the line I fell in love with the features as well.
This stroller is extremely light. It folds and unfolds one handed easily.It is, however, a bit akward to move it while folded (it doesn't want to roll). It has a 3 position recline which is easy to function (no draw strings as on some other models). I also purchased the Graco Colby Snugride infant carseat and appreciate the added "clips" the stroller has so if someone leans on the front of the carseat when it's in, it cannot tip backward. It manuvers easily both forward and backward. I live the double cup holders for mom and the multi-position push handle. The super big basket and the ability to get into the basket even when the seat is fully reclined is very nice.My *ONLY* real complaint with the seat (and it's a big one) are the two "windows" in the canopy don't have any way to close them if the sun happens to shine through into baby's face (and it almost always does).My daughter's Graco stroller (over 10 years ago) had a flap that you could velcro over the viewing window. I can't imagine why they did away with the flaps. I'm going to purchase some navy fabric and make my own "window covers" but this really was an oversight by Graco.Another thing I miss that my daughters had is the ability to flip the handle from one side to the other (which also helped keep sun off of baby).

Over all a good purchase, but if you are as concerned about the sun as I am (family history of skin cancer) I would look elsewhere.

loved it!!!
I bought the travel system.I loved it when my son was in the infant seat.It was light weight, easy to get in and out of, and adorable.The latch system fit in most all shopping carts, and he was snug as a bug when it was in the stroller.
Now that my son is a year- I realize what a great choice I made. I love it even more. The color and pattern was adorable, and does not show marks or stains easily.I walk with it everyday, and take it every where.It's so light weight.I see these mothers with the heavy strollers that can't get them in or out of their cars easily, and I just love mine.
The harness keeps him in- because he's 14 months and wants to escape now.I can hold him in my arm, take the stroller out of my car and set it up all with one arm and my foot.
I highly recomend this one- other's have told me how heavy and unpractical their strollers are, mine's great!I can take mine anywhere. The only drawback - was removing the fabric on the infant seat to wash it, it didn't come off easily.
I would get this stroller system again in a heart beat.

Best stroller!!
This stroller is fantastic and great for multipurpose use.It is lightweight, easy to open and collapse.I go brisk walking every morning up and down hills and this stroller is definitely passing the durability test.I use it for shopping and stuff, also.The basket is good size and can still be accessed when the stroller is in the fully-reclined position.My daughter sleeps very sound in it - she loves it.

I recommend the Colby print metrolite model in particular because the fabric is much more comfortable/breathable than the Marta print model (which can make babies sweaty even on cooler days), and the bar-recline operates sturdier than the metrolite models that rely on the zip-cord for the seat recline.We purchased the colby print stroller and colby print snugride carseat separately because it was not sold as a travel system set and I was determined to have the breathable fabric and a sturdy seat recline (the bar recline) - the price was still the same as the Marta print model (there was no price break when buying as a set in a travel system vs. buying separate).Hopefully they will change the fabric on the Marta print model to be more breathable like the Colby print model so that it can be bought as a complete travel system rather than purchasing separately.I did lots of homework on this before buying, but it ended up paying off because this stroller is great! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Strollers    3. Lightweight Strollers   

Reviews (10)

Best baby splurge item
I LOVE the Baby Bjorn.I don't go anywhere without it.I recommend this to everyone I know who is having a baby.It is one of those items that you should splurge on.A friend of mine had a cheaper carrier that was supposed to transform into seven different carriers, she couldn't figure it out.She tried my Bjorn and liked it so much that she bought one the next day.

I live in an upstairs apartment and even use it just to leave the house.It is easier to tote than the infant car seat and keeps my hands free.It is so easy to get baby in and out.In a crowd you can move like one person and don't have to maneuver around people like you do with a stroller.

Good carrier for fussy babies!
This is an excellent carrier for fussy babies.My baby boy is 8 weeks old and whenever he gets fussy and wants to be held, and I have things I need to do around the house, I just strap this on and away we go--he's nice and snuggly next to me and I am able to use my hands.He falls almost instantly asleep whenever we use it.The material is very sturdy, as are the buckles and snaps.It is very easy to get on and off, even if baby is sleeping and you want to set him down without waking him.We bought the extra large carrier because both my husband and I are over 6 feet tall and it works well for both of us.Although the product claims you can breastfeed while wearing this carrier, I have not yet tried it.I suppose it could be accomplished, but I think it would be a little awkward!The only reason I am giving this 4 stars instead of 5 is that there is not much back support--I can see how it would get difficult to carry a heavier baby around for extended periods of time.There is a new Baby Bjorn out on the market that has back support--the few extra dollars would probably be worth it if you plan to use this carrier a lot as your baby grows.

Find one used
I really like this carrier.I have tried the sling type, but didn't feel like my son was really comfortable and I have tried other brands of front carriers.I find this one the easiest to put on and baby seems very happy.He likes to be held in this position better then how the sling carried him.I just think its quite expensive for the limited use it gets before baby is too heavy to carry this way.If you can find one used I highly recommend, but if I had to pay full price I probably would not invest in this product.If your baby is like mine and wants to be held continuosly, you might find that even at full price this is the best investment ... Read more

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Reviews (41)

Cheap but not durable.
Front wheel "connector(or whatever it's called)" just broke after 2 months of use. Didn't abuse it or anything. Would not recommend, even though it's probably the cheapest in the category - parts are made of cheap plastic.

Solid all around stroller
After extensive research, me and my wife decided on this stroller due to:
*It looked Rugged and long-lasting.
*Exceptional brand reputation.
*Great Value.
*Great features and expandability.

Once we actually bought it and assembled it in a jiff, we knew we had made the right decision. It hadles absolutely great for a full-size stroller. It's much lighter than it looks. Very easy to fold and stow away. And great emphasis put in the sturdiness/ruggednes design. Looks fantastic and am sure it will be very comfortable for our babe. Absolutely great deal.

WE LOVE OUR STROLLER!!
It is the Cadillac of strollers and is so reasonably priced! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Strollers    3. Full-Size Strollers   

Editorial Review

REVIEW: Folded up neatly for easy travel, this Bauer play yard makes entertaining Baby a non-issue in hotels, at the in-laws, or in the back yard. Opened completely, the bag becomes a sturdy enclosure that doubles as a type of bassinet. Its strong legs come with detachable wheels with wheel locks. It's airy, mesh siding keeps Baby from getting injured or too hot at the beach. The unit is roomy enough for play, changing (there is a detachable platform over the top of the unit), or sleep. Other nice features include a vibrating feature for lulling to sleep (requires 1 "D" battery), and a plush mobile that hangs from a stabilizing arc above the changing platform. A few basic warnings: The unit is made to accommodate only one child at a time. If your child can pull up to a standing position, remove the large toys and bumper pads, which could serve as steps to climb out. In addition, there is no need for extra padding, or additional, soft mattresses or pillows, which could increase risk of suffocation. The unit comes with ample padding.--Diane Beall ... Read more

Features

• Soothing vibration function
• Detachable changing table
• Mesh siding provides ventilation
• Detachable wheels
• Doubles as a bassinet

Reviews (79)

Great...if not transporting all the time.
I love this Travel Yard for ONE REASON...it looks "great" in my living room, but that's where it stays.Thank goodness the grandparents and the babysitter have their own play yards.If If I had to carry this everywhere with me, I would be buying a cheaper Graco since they are so much lighter and easier to set up and take down.

Good, not great
I have this play yard and two Graco Pack and Plays.We received this item as a shower gift.This is a good play yard, but a bit pricey.My daughter never enjoyed the mobile, it just sort of get's in the way.And she HATED the vibrate feature.This play yard is also heavier and harder to set up than the Graco.That being said, I keep this play yard in my living room, and love the way it looks.It is very attractive, and to me that is what you are paying extra for.We did use the changing station at first. . .but now that my daughter is 5 months old, she is too big for it.I am so glad we purchased the Graco Pack and Play for the babysitters house and another one to use on vacation.For $50 bucks you can't go wrong with the Graco, you really don't need all the extra features.

But for my home, since we leave this up all the time, I prefer the Eddie Bauer . . .it blends so nicely with my home decor.

It's just not functional
I have no idea why I bought this when there are so many better ones available.The mobile has to be snapped on and is actually in the way if you want to use the changing table.There is a side pocket on one end of the play yard but it serves no purpose other than for storing junk.It's not partitioned to store diapers, powder and wipes, it's just one big pocket.Now that I've been a mom for 5 months, I think any one of the playards with the mobile attached to the side would have been better. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Playards    3. Furniture   

Reviews (1)

Great carrier for the price
I really like this carrier.I checked out the others but I just couldn't justify the price.This one is very comfortable and easy to get the baby in and out of (after the first few times).I've worn it for extended periods of time and on long walks and it has never hurt my back or shoulders.It fits both my husband and me and is very easy to adjust the fit quickly.My son loves it!He is much happier in this than the car seat or stroller andsometimes falls right to sleep.I even take him grocery shopping in it.The only complaint I have is that the straps that adjust the height of the seat tend to slip so my son very slowly gets lower and lower.It's not a safety issue and the straps are very easy to readjust while the carrier is on and he is in it.All in all, this is a great carrier for the price.Don't waist your money on the other ones. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear   

Features

• The Britax Marathon is a LATCH Compatible Convertible Child Seat that can be used rear facing for children 5 to 33 pounds and forward facing up to 65 pounds.
• The Five-Point Polyester Harness, with strong no-tangle polyester webbing, fits snugly over the child's shoulders, collarbone and hips providing a more secure fit as your child grows.
• Versa-Tether is patented by Britax, for the most security in both forward and rear facing installations.
• The Britax Marathon has modified EPS (Expanded PolyStyrene) foam insert to increase available shoulder width room.
• Built in Lock-Offs are designed for easy reach and operation when using traditional safety belt.

Reviews (10)

WORTH EVERY PENNY!!!!!!!
While pregnant with my first child, I began looking at all the car seats and the online reviews.I was determined to get the best seat and also the best price.Looking online at the Britax car seats, my first thought was "who would spend that much on a car seat".After going to the stores and comparing the quality of the car seats, the Britax was by far the best.

My husband and I decided to give it a try and we haven't been sorry yet.The easy installation was great and took hardly any time at all(couldn't move the seat, you can get it that secure!).The fabric is so soft and my daughter just loves the seat.The velcro to hold the straps is wonderful.The straps are so easy to adjust also.

Another hint, I found mine at a local baby specialty store for less money which is always nice, and no shipping cost.Our daughter is 5 months now and we will plan to purchase another seat in the future for our second child.

Thanks for reading.
Hope you love your car seat as much as we do!!

Hate it, doesn't deserve Britax name...
The base is open bottom so it is hard on leather seats unlike my Roundabout. The lock off clip has borken twice and had to be replaced. The cover (stars and stripes/american flag) faded terribly after first wash in cold water. I've had a Big Cat Roundabout for 5 years and still madly love it. I just got a Big Cat Roadster to replace this and will be selling the marathon on a popular auction site.

Best Seat Ever!
After some research, we decided to buy the Britax Marathon for our daughter. It was a great value for the money in our opinion. It is a very safe seat and easy to install. I was very pleased at the comfort in the seat padding and the fact the seatbelts rarely twist. My daughter is tall so this seat was perfect for her and will fit her until she's 65 lbs. I loved the Ashley Floral pattern...not only cute and girly but practical for the hot summers here in Texas. I highly recommend this seat! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Car Seats   

Reviews (11)

Wonderful Wonderful Wonderful!
Love this! We own 3 of these bases! haha
Me & Daddy and also the grandparents. Its so convenient.

Worth every penny!
Purchasing this extra base was worth every penny.These bases are tricky to install correctly and it was nice to know that once we had it in there we didn't have to wrestle with moving it back and forth between vehicles.Just click the carrier in and we were on our way.Also especially nice because our daughter was a fall baby.I would not have wanted to spend 10 minutes outside during a Michigan winter trying to move the base around, nor would I have wanted to have only had a convertible carseat.The Snugride carrier and base in the way to go!

a favorite
I love these things!One of the biggest hassles in my life is the effort it takes to get my boys in and out of the car in a reasonable amount of time.Whoever came up with this idea is so smart!Just pop the carseat in, and you're ready to go!In no time your child will be secured in the car, at the right level, many times without even waking them up!I also like that the baby has a little more freedom of movement since the seatbelt is not across the top of the carseat.Worth every penny! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Car Seats    3. Infant Car Seats   

Editorial Review

Combining outstanding safety features with a comfortable ride is no easy task in designing a car seat. Adding style to that mix is more difficult still. Happily, the Roundabout puts all those elements together to create what could be the perfect seat for kids up to 40 pounds. It's equipped with a 5-point harness and while it can be easily installed in any back seat, it is also outfitted for use with the LATCH system of car seat anchorage. As for comfort, picture a car seat combined with a teddy bear and you'll have a pretty good idea what the Roundabout feels like. Soft denim padded fabric and straps that hold firmly while being gentle on the child. We were also impressed with the seat's versatility. It adapts to different sized kids, the restraints snapped into place easily and the unit was simple to install and move. Another nice touch was the highly detailed instruction book, which clearly shows how to install the seat forward, backward, or even in airline seats. --John Moe ... Read more

Features

• Rear facing, it fits Infants to Toddlers from 5 to 33 pounds and forward facing for children at least one year old from 20 to 40 pounds.
• Equipped with the LATCH system which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
• Versa-Tether, patented by Britax to keep the seat from tilting forward or backward in the event of an impact
• Built-In Lock Off Clips, which are easy to reach and operate
• Five-Point Harness has adjustable shoulder heights and EPS impact foam protects child's head and torso

Reviews (53)

The absolute best!
After extensive research on the other car seats and their safety, I went with the Britax Roundabout. We bought the seat for my daughter 2 years ago, after she outgrew her Graco infant seat.I love the ease of installing the Britax seat in my car and I like the extra foam cushioning on the sides and bottom. The padding is thicker than the other brands that I have seen.Getting my daughter strapped in the seat takes very minimal time and energy, while keeping her secure. The five point harness is easy for us to use yet difficult for my daughter to un-do. I also like the velco sides for attaching the seat belts while getting my daughter in and out of her seat, especially when it gets hot. We also purchased a Century-Graco brand seat for our other car.This seat can not even compare to the Roundabout. This specific seat is made with hard plastic that makes my knees hurt when I install the seat in the car, unlike the ease of the Britax.

In this case, I believe, you get what you pay for! I am so pleased with this seat that I will get another Britax (booster) for my daughter when she outgrows the Roundabout. I believe every parent should get a Britax.It is worth every penny!

Great car seat
I wanted a car seat for my 4 month old daughter becouse she grew out of her infant car seat.It is So easy to get her in and out of. I had trouble with my eldests car seat you had to put her in 5 times before you got her in right.It took up so much time when I was in a rush.Owning my own restraunt I was always having to get there quickly.Is a dream of getting the child in and out.May be expencive but is worth the money in the long run

Saved my son's life
We were recently in a car accident and I was extremely impressed by this car seat!!!! We were hit from behind at about 45-50 mph (we were stopped) and his seat stayed put, no marks on him from the straps (I fully expected his to have SOMETHING on his body). The tether system works GREAT in our Dodge Magnum but I've always had an easy time with the installation of this seat. Now that we have to replace the seat we're looking at the Marathon because the weight limit is higher (65 lbs rather than 40 lbs) and our son is nearing 35 lbs. I would highly recommend this brand to anyone, it on the spendy side but it's an excellent, SAFE brand! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Car Seats   

Features

• Build the Ultimate Tuner: Customize up to twenty high-performance tuner cars then hit the streets to see who rules the underground.
• Exclusive PSP System Circuits: Accelerate to top speeds on ten visually distinct circuit tracks exclusive to the PSP system.
• Eight Game Modes: Including Drift Attack, Nitrous Run, Rally Relay, and Car Spec.
• Go for a SpinAnytime, Anywhere: Engage in two-player head-to-head battles via Wi-Fi or challenge up to four rivals on one PSP system device in Party Play.
• Pocket TRAX: Listen to music or watch videos on the go with this exclusive new feature for the PSP system.

Reviews (15)

Awesome Game for PSP
I own MLB, Untold Legends, Need for Speed Rivals and Ridge Racer. Need for Speed is by far the best game I've played so far. Some say Ridge Racer is better but, NO WAY!!! The car mods is what does it. Their are so many mods to add to the car to make it faster and look better. The more you play the more mods you can get. It makes you not want to put the game down because you can't wait to see what the next mod will be. The graphics are awesome and also the sound. I've played this game for about 15 hours and there's so much more left. I highly recommend this game.
P.S. MLB is great also. =)

Another Racer Is Born!
I just played this game last nite with friends, and I REALLY LIKE IT!!!It's funny when all of a sudden your opponent races right over you and takes the lead...But it's a lot of fun...Now I'm gonna have to get this one too...Thanx guys for getting me hooked...You all know who you b... (TT and your wingman, GC.)

Not a bad game at all
A lot of people will think that this game is just like the continuation of Need For Speed Underground 2.Well, it is somewhat true.However, this is just a "beating a rival" game so it is a pretty straight foward game.I personally think that it is not bad, but it could be a little bit dull.Well, if you have beaten the game of NFSU2 in PS2, you don't have problem playing this one.For the graphics, it is not bad but couldn't compare the graphics of NFSU2 in PS2 and Ridge Racer in PS2 and PSP.These game has some upper hand of those.But still, this is still a good game to recommend. ... Read more

Reviews (4)

Great toy to give moms a break
Great toy for babies. My daughter can spend one hour on the mat by herself. I also made a few adjustments for her to enjoy the toy even better by placing the mirror on top, so she can look at herself while laying down on her back. She absolutely loves it. Also, I placed the bird chime towards the end where her legs are so she can kick it since the kicking pat doesn't respond to her kicks at all. The chime makes wonderful sounds.
The kicking pat really need to be improved. The kicking pat doesn't respond unless you kick hard at the exact spot. This kicking pat is not designed for little babies, maybe useful when baby gets older.

Anisa's Mom
I just bought this mat this past weekend from my local Babies R Us after comparing it online with other playmats.My local Toys R Us didn't have any in stock, and I didn't want to wait for one to be shipped to me.One reason I was drawn to this one is because the mat is much bigger than a lot of the other ones.I also like the idea of snapping the sides together to form somewhat of a border around my baby.As soon as I bought it home, I couldn't wait to unpack it. I set it up, which was very easy and put my daughter, Anisa, who is 3 1/2 months old, on it.Right away she started batting at the dangling figures and kicking on the kickpad.She really likes the tiger :-).She spent about a 1/2 hour playing on this mat and was just smiling and laughing.I left her with her dad for about another 20 minutes, and when I came back, she'd fallen asleep right there on the mat.I guess she played so much, she wore herself out. Wow!

Another thing that I like about this mat is the fact that the bars that hold the hanging figures simply unsnap from each other, lay flat and I can then change her right on the mat without having to pick her up to change her diaper somewhere else and then bring her back to play.

I do have an issue with the kickpad.It seems to take a lot of strength and exactness for the lights to light up and to play the music.If she doesn't kick exactly on the imprint showing the ball of the foot, it doesn't light or play the music.And I've gotta say my daughter has pretty strong kicks when we are playing, but I guess they are not strong enough when she kicks this kickpad.

The description on Amazon.com said that 3 AA batteries were included, but when I bought it at Babies R Us, there weren't any batteries included.Now I don't know if Amazon has a slightly different one or they get some extras from the manufacturer, but I think if you are paying $70 (which is quite pricey I must say), batteries should be included.After checking 3 other Total Playground Activity Mats on the shelf at Babies R Us, I gave in bought a 4-pack of AA batteries at 4 more dollars :-(.

Overall, I really like this mat because it has some really nice features, eventhough it is a bit pricey.Aside from the kickpad issues, we really do like this toy because it is both educational and fun and it keeps Anisa well entertained and happy.

Great toy...Worth the money!
My three month old loves this gym.I was a little nervous about spending so much on what seemed to be just a blanket with some toys attached but I am thrilled with what I received.My son will spend 20 min. easily playing on this.I would recommend this to any parent. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Baby and Infant   

Reviews (2)

Great Stroller!!
I use this stroller everyday over all types of terrain and in all weather (rain, sun, and even snow). The rain guard does more than protect my daughter from rain - it protects her from the wind and cold so that I can run even in freezing temperatures. I bought it because of the comfortable feel and good suspension (goes over curbs and bumps while she only rocks gently) and the canopy adjusts to block most sun (some gets in through the back if the sun is low in the sky). The reclining seat allowed me to use this stroller since my daughter was about 6 weeks old with an additional head support pillow (though it is not recommended until 6 months). I had some trouble with the zipper on the boot (that covers the child's feet) but Babies'R'Us replaced the entire stroller for me and this one has worked fine for our now kicking toddler.

Daughter (and I) loves it!!
We just recently purchased this stroller and we are very pleased with it.She is very excited every time she gets in it.I love it's ease of use.It is very smooth to push with one or both hands, folds down easily, and was simple to assemble (took 15 minutes).There are many pockets to put our needed items for the jog (cell phone, waterbottle, tire pump, child's cup, etc.)It has all the "bells and whistles" seen on the more expensive ones, but for a much more reasonable price. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Strollers    3. Jogging Strollers   

Reviews (162)

Awesome product
When these first came out, I used to laugh at all the "fussy" mother's using them as I had survived without one for my first 2.THEN, I had my third child and bought a Floppy Seat.It is the best product and I use it DAILY.It is absolutely essential at restaurants where you know the high chairs are not so clean.It has a pocket on the inside that I put my son's bottle and I hang toys on the various loops to keep him entertained.Another plus about this product is that you don't have to search for a cart that has working straps as the Floppy Seat has it own straps that you loop through the cart and strap your baby in.

Another use that I've found wonderful is that when he falls asleep in the car or gets tired, I can lay him down in the Floppy and he will just sleep away.Safety Note:You just have to stay right with the cart as they can't be strapped in this way.It makes it so nice that he can sleep and not scream throughout a store. I thought I was the only one doing this until I saw another Mom today doing the same thing.

use this all the time!
expensive, but one of the items i use at least every other day.my daughter is small, so it was pretty necessary for her comfort in the highchairs in restaurants and the grocery carts.she loves the feel of it and that toys can be hung on the loops!

I wish I had invented it!
Besides avoiding the germs, it gives extra padding to babies who are still growing into a shopping cart or high chair at a restaurant.You don't have to worry about stuffing blankets around your baby to keep them from falling over or having to continue to use the infant carrier when they have legally grown out of it! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Car Seat Accessories   

Editorial Review

In Forza Motorsport, it's all about you and your car. With over 250 of the baddest racing machines imaginable, an infinite number of ways to customize them, and all the tools you need to tune them to perfection, you'll find yourself behind the wheel of the slickest vehicles on the planet.

With Forza Motorsport, you'll be able to own cars from the world's most recognized manufacturers. Get behind the wheel of the Enzo Ferrari, Porsche 911, Ford GT, or the Audi R8, to name a few. The physics model of each car is based upon actual car data, so your driving feels like the real deal. Plus, Forza has taken meticulous steps to design each car's visuals according to exact specifications. Teams of artists have worked to reproduce the surface properties of materials in an ultra-realistic fashion -- the painted metal is shiny with gloss, the glass reflects light, and the car's rubber is rich with texture.

You can trick out every car with real-world body parts, such as rims, wings, side skirts, bumpers, and hoods. At the advanced paint shop you can pimp your ride with phatty decals and classy custom paint schemes. But don't stop with looks alone -- Forza also lets you upgrade your car with suspension kits, turbochargers, superchargers, intercoolers, brakes, and racing slicks. It's your car, and Forza gives you the tools to make it your own.

And once your ride is ready, you can immerse yourself in 17 different environments that deliver challenging tracks textured with accurate, photo-realistic graphics. Slip on your driving gloves, get behind the wheel, and rev your engine as you ready yourself for the world-famous Nring Nordschleife, the corkscrew turns of Laguna Seca, the urban jungle of New York City, or the lush Copacabana in Rio de Janeiro. Each location has been recreated with detail matching the attention given to the vehicles -- the total package of fast cars and exotic locales makes the racing experience of Forza Motorsport totally awesome.

Take your powerful, new creation to cyberspace, and challenge the globe's toughest drivers on Xbox Live. Once you've built your vehicle and mastered all the driving nuances, you'll be ready to burn some serious rubber.

... Read more

Features

• Make every car yours: Collect models from more than 60 top car manufacturers, including Mazda, Nissan, Mercedes-Benz, Honda, Chevrolet, Ferrari, Porsche, BMW, and Dodge. Trick out sport compacts with real-world body kits, rims, spoilers, decals, side skirts, fender flares, and hood scoops. Add motorsport decals and team paint-schemes to supercars, GT racers, and exotics. Transform production cars into racetrack monsters.
• Tune it up: Take your car to the garage and install alternative engines, suspension kits, bolt-on superchargers, brakes, rims, racing slicks, and more. Fine-tune gear ratios, fuel-mapping, forced-induction pressure, tire temperature and pressure, and ignition timing for the ultimate setup.
• Experience the most technically advanced driving simulation on Xbox: Top automotive engineers teamed with experienced programmers to create an advanced physics engine for Forza Motorsport, designed to simulates authentic car performance. Cars incur damage and wear, which affects car performance. Advanced tire and suspension models respond to heat and pressure changes as well as weight transfer and aerodynamic load.
• Drive in gorgeous track environments: From the famously challenging Nurburgring Nordschleife to the spectator-lined streets of Rio de Janeiro, race on meticulously designed tracks with an incredible sense of speed and realism.
• Check out the revolutionary A.I. Drivatar technology: Train your own A.I. Drivatars to use the same racing techniques you do, so they can race for you in competitions or train new drivers on your team. Drivatar technology is the foundation of the human-like A.I. in Forza Motorsport.

Reviews (12)

Decent...but overhyped
I definetly looked forward to this game, but after 2 years of Project Gotham 2, I can't seem to accept what "seems" like a game that was created before PGR2.

The graphics are by FAR a letdown. GT4 blows it away, and PGR2 is must crisper also.

Game play is decent...sure its more realistic, harder to drive, turn, less acceleration, but it's NOT AS FUN!!

If you are a GT4 fan, this may be for you. But if you want instant XBOX live racing with a more "fun' factor...then look to PGR2.

Get the Fanatec Speedster 3 ForceShock steering wheel
If you have an extra $150 after buying this game, then I strongly recommend you also get Fanatec's Speedster 3 ForceShock steering wheel for Xbox.It was designed to work with Forza Motorsport, and it's the closest you'll get to a force feedback steering wheel on the Xbox.The Xbox doesn't offer true full-blown force feedback, but this wheel is pretty close.The wheel also works with other Xbox racing games, but Forza Motorsport has special code in it to work specifically with the Fanatec wheel to offer force feedback.

Unfortunately, Amazon doesn't sell this wheel, so you'll have to get it from either Gamestop or Fry's.

A real beauty!!!
I loved GT3 on the PS2. THe realness was fantastic, but it suffered one problem, after a while it just wasnt fun! As great and realistic as the game is it just wasnt as fun as Need for Speed - Hot Pursuit. Now comes Forza... hands down the BEST racing game I have played period! Adds the realism of Grand Tourismo with the fun factor of Need For Speed Underground.

It's great that Forza has the option of using the left stick for periferral vision too.... but I wished it was smoother looking all the way around the car like you see when looking to the front right and left corners rather then the straight cuts you see when looking back and to the back corners.

All in all a great racing game! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Xbox (x box)    3. Microsoft    4. Action    5. Adventure    6. Racing    7. Flying   

Editorial Review

Why should big bouncy high-energy fun be reserved for carnivals and outdoor festivals? Now you can have the excitement of the bouncy castle often seen at those public venues in your own backyard. This castle set inflates with minimal effort once you hook it up to the heavy duty fan that is included. The packaging claims that the castle can be fully mounted in 45 seconds and in our informal test we did have pretty speedy results. Once its set up, kids up to 83 pounds are ready to get in and bounce (total weight should not exceed 250 pounds) in the yellow, red, and blue castle set. The entrance ramp and safety netting around the sides make for nice touches as does the convenient storage bag. --Charlie Williams ... Read more

Reviews (24)

Beware
Ten months after purchasing this product, and with minimal use, our Bounce 'Round Deluxe Castle developed a four inch tear along a seam.Not to fear, according to a Spinmaster representitive, because a patch kit can be purchased for $8.90 and when applied correctly will repair the tear.One month (two uses) after properly applying the patch, the tear continued along the seam and is now a 12 inch tear.

My biggest disappointment is with Spinmaster customer service.Because my purchase was outside of the limited 90 warranty they refused to do anything.I assured the representitive that I was not looking for something for nothing and I persisted to try to find some middle ground.If nothing else I would have considered purchasing a new jump house alone since I still have an operational motor.But I was told that Spinmaster could not (or would not) make that offer.

In summary, your Bounce 'Round will be a wonderful product as long as it holds together.MY Bounce 'Round Castle is a waste of money.

P.S.Anyone want to buy an extra motor?

Safety
We purchased this item and while the kids (ages 3 and 6) loved it, we found it to be quite dangerous.It is very easy for the kids to bump into eachother when there are 3 or more children playing in it.We also found that the safety instructions advise you not to use an extension cord for the fan, but the cord provided was not long enough to offer a safe distance from other objects.We ended up returning this to the store.

Fabulous Energy Releaser / Fabulous Rainy Day Toy
My kids (ages 1, 3, and 5) got this for Christmas and they love it...and all their friends love it.We put it in an unfinished area in our basement and they jump to their hearts content.It's durable, and helps them release some energy, especially on cold or rainy days! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Outdoor Play   

Editorial Review

Be it a long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away or right here at home in the 21st century, Mr. Potato Head never fails to reinvent himself. For generations this spectacular spud has wowed us all with his ability to keep up with the times. Now he throws us all for a loop once again to reveal that even he has a Dark Side, taking up the role of the most menacing movie villains of all times: Darth Vader. Donning the trademark black helmet, mask and cape, our favorite tuber wields the infamous red lightsaber to become his own Darth Tater. Of course you’ll still find all the classic accessories like the googly eyes, red nose, and silly tongue we’ve come to love but now with an added twist of Star Wars. As always, all the pieces still fit away inside his body for easy storage.--Chip Quinn ... Read more

Reviews (25)

I LOVE DARTH TATER!
This is the coolest thing ever!He sits on my desk and watches me with those glaring eyes.He sometimes uses the force to manipulate me.Someone please help me!You are my only hope!

Ways to enjoy Darth Tater
Here are some ways to enjoy Darth Tater:

Darth Tater Tots

Au Gratin Darth Tater

Mashed Darth Taters

French Fried Darth Taters

Darth Tater Pancakes

With a shot or three of gin

On a platter of raw veggies, with dip, and covered in sesame seeds

Cut out his insides and fill it with watermelon balls

With Darth Cheeseburgers and Darth Milkshakes

Not at all--Darth Tater is a force to be reckoned with.Get it?Force.Ha!I kill me.(That one was written by ALF)

Luke - Use the Forks !!!
I'd say I'm embarrassed to tell you how many stores I went to looking for this and how many trips it took me to said stores. But I'm not.

Somewhere somone was saying "This is not the toy you want" .... but I ignored that Obi-Wan-ism and prevailed. Unfortunately I've been on the 'wait list' here @ amazon for months....and no luck (not their fault - Hasbro isn't saturating the market I guess). I refused to pay $20 and up on ebay for a less than $7 toy.

But it's not a toy.It proudly sits on my desk at work for all to admire, "oooh and aaah" over and laugh about. And they do.

I could care less about educational value or durability.It sits on my desk!!!!

(and yes, I bought two!...one to keep in the original packaging.)
... Read more

Subjects:  1. Action Figures    2. Movies    3. Collectible Action Figures   

Editorial Review

LeapFrog is well known for their interactive learning toys and now they've paired with Disney for a princesses' tour of language and math. Cinderella and Belle will help guide your child through various learning activities, such as: letter hunt, spelling games, addition and subtraction games, and number find. Both Belle and Cinderella tell jokes, sing songs, and are generally encouraging with sweet and cheerful voices. If your child decides to stop playing and doesn't turn the laptop off, the princesses ask, "Would you like to play some more?" and if there is no answer, the computer shuts itself off. An LCD screen displays letters, numbers, and other pictures during all the activities. Moms and dads will be glad to note that there are two volumes and virtually no set-up. Requires 4 "AA" batteries (included). --Megan Sullivan ... Read more

Reviews (33)

This is a good learning toy
My daughter loves Disney Princesses and she wants to get on my computer sometimes but is still too young to do things herself,so I got her this and she loves it!! She has learned quite a few things from it also. It is very durable, I think you get your money's worth. It makes them feel so big!!

Great learning toy
I bought this laptop for my daughter's 3rd Birthday.I think she has used it everyday since then.It really helps her learn her letters.She knows just about all of them now, after using it for about 3 months.I like that it is teaching her but she is having fun at the same time.She really enjoys playing with it.She says she is going to check her email when she uses it.There is a volume control, which is good.It also seems very durable.I haven't had any problems with it so far.I would definately recommend this toy for any little girl.

Great Toy
I bought this based on reviews for my 2 year old and she loves it.It keeps her busy while I am on my computer and she is learning new things. It will be a little while till she is totally using this product but well worth the money - I recommend to all parents. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Learning    2. Electronic Learning Aids (ELA)    3. Electronic    4. Math    5. Alphabet    6. Preschool    7. Counting   

Reviews (39)

Hate the seat, doesn't deserve the Britax name.
The base is open bottom so it is hard on leather seats.The lock off clip has borken twice and had to be replaced.The cover (stars and stripes/american flag) faded terribly after first wash in cold water.I've had a Big Cat Roundabout for 5 years and still madly love it.I just got a Big Cat Roadster to replace this and will be selling the marathon on a popular auction site.

TERRIBLE CRASH TEST RESULTS FROM CONSUMER REPORTS
I just purchased this car seat based on Consumer Reports' top rating.Now, a few days after my purchase, Consumer Report has issued a new report concerning Marathon's poor performance with the LATCH system.See the report at http://www.consumerreports.org/main/content/display_report.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=579525&bmUID=1112710646446#.I am shocked and dismayed that Britax has not used similar procedures to test out their car seats and fixed the problem.They were probably sitting on their laurels for far too long.

So, I regret purchasing this product and wished that I had purchased the Evenflo Titan V instead.

Hopefully, Britax will recall and replace this defective product soon.

The BEST Car Seat!!!
I LOVE this car seat!!It is so comfortable for my son to take a car ride in, he never fusses when he is in it and always wants to go for car rides.He falls asleep so easily in it, and the material makes it so nice for him to lay in.I like the size of it because it grows with your child from infant to toddler.Although, I did not buy this car seat until my son had turned one years old.I had used an infant car seat for him before I used this car seat.The Marathon that I bought is actually a lot better looking then the one on here, because I bought the light blue/gray type color and I must say it is absolutely beautiful.I feel so secure with my son being in this car seat and I know that if we were to ever get in an accident, I would feel totally safe with him being in that car seat.The price may seem high to some, but I think knowing that your child is safe when he/she is in the car is definitely worth the expense.I would suggest this car seat to anyone who is looking for one for their toddler, or go to your nearest Babies R Us and check out the light blue one I described, because it definitely is a car seat that every mom dreams to have for their child, and now it actually exists.:) ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Car Seats   

Editorial Review

Leap Frog upholds its reputation as a leader in educational toys with this highly stimulating bouncy seat. With every kick and bat, Baby will trigger word play, songs, and rhymes, or classical music, not to mention dancing, twinkling lights. A "magic mirror" responds to touch by revealing visual imagery. Finally, three levels of vibrations soothe baby if all this learning becomes a bit overwhelming. Safety harness and a wide, solid base keep baby safe, while the cocoon-style seat keeps baby comfy. Three D batteries required (not included). Discontinue use when baby reaches 25 pounds or can sit upright unassisted. --Emilie Coulter ... Read more

Reviews (31)

LIGHTS TOO MUCH FOR SMALL BABIES
Overall this is great.My only complaint is that it doesn't have a mode where you can just play music without the accompanying light show that flashes in the baby's face (or at least I haven't figured out how to do so).The lights freak out my 3 month old.So, for now I can only sit her in it and use the vibrate mode.She likes her Fisher Price infant to toddler rocker (which is just $29.99) better.I'm sure she'll like this one better when she's a little older.

Not a fan
Another reviewer aptly pointed out this isn't really a bouncer because it doesn't bounce that well. Very true.I also don't like how the foot pad that makes noise doesn't work unless you have the arch thing pushed in, but I don't like that thing because I can't see my child with all the plastic stuff hanging down in front of her face.So without the arch thing in place, the thing doesn't bounce that well AND the foot pad doesn't make any noise.Rather big and cumbersome, too.

Great Chair
I bought this for my newborn son and I absolutely love it.I love the sturdy base of the seat.My newborn absolutely loves sitting and watching the colors appear on the mirror.The music is also very pleasant.The vibrations are also very good, not too much for him.My 23-month-old son also enjoys this chair.He is under 25 lbs and loves to sit in the chair and listen to the music and watch the colorful designs appear on the mirror.It is pricier than other bouncy chairs, but it is worth the money. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Activity    2. Bouncer Seats   

Editorial Review

Are you searching for a driving game that offers more than just breakneck speed? Look no further than Gran Turismo 4. The most recent installment in this amazingly popular racing game brings realistic driving to a whole new level. With loads of new cars and a vastly improved physics engine, you'll be ready to tackle the roads in your favorite cars from the last century.

The Cars
Automotive history is at your fingertips with Gran Turismo 4. You can select from over 700 cars, dating back nearly a century to the 1915 Ford Model T Tourer. From the United Kingdom's AC to Sweden's Volvo, you'll can choose from practically every car manufactured since 1915.

Beyond the list of cars, GT4 sports a new and vastly improved physics engine. Offering even greater realism than its predecessors, the GT4 engine has been meticulously designed to cover every inch and turn of your driving experience. Using physics to calculate weight, speed, friction, and a host of other nuances, every car delivers performance with its own unique, precise handling and feel.

This game isn't just about the cars, though -- it's also about the competition. The advanced, lifelike drivers compete with fervor unmatched even by some of your video game buddies. Fueled by the latest advances in artificial intelligence, your digital rivals will react to your every move with behavior modeled after actual professional racers.

It may take you weeks to test drive all 700 available cars, but with Gran 4 you'll never truly run out of "new" vehicles. This game is equipped with a multitude of options to customize your favorite cars. Brakes, shocks, and engine components can all be upgraded. You can stylize your car with wings, rims, and color, and you can even change your oil. In short, you can do whatever needs to be done to keep your car tuned and looking hot for the next big race.

The Human Element
Gran Turismo 4 brings something completely new to your gaming experience. In the stands you'll find spectators who comes to life in3D before your very eyes. They react with genuine human emotions to your every move, cheering as you pass, and snapping photographs as you cross the finish line. Your next pit stop will take place as if you were really there. You'll watch the process unfold in real-time as your crew rushes to change your tires and refuel your tank. But that's not all. With the new addition of convertibles, you are truly in the drivers seat. Your drivers will react with precise and fluid motions, and turn just as you would if you were behind the wheel. Gran Turismo has never looked so unbelievably real.

The Courses
Not only does GT4 bring you the rare opportunity to drive hundreds of cars, it also offers you a vast collection of actual racing locations. Rip through the exotic Costa di Malfi in Capri, burn rubber through the urban jungle of Hong Kong, or throw up some serious dust at the Grand Canyon -- no matter where you decide to race, you'll love driving any of the game's fourteen tracks. Feeling nostalgic? With Gran 4, you can even race on some of your old, favorite tracks from previous editions.

LAN Play
Compete against your buddies with the LAN play functionality of GT4. Connect up to three PlayStation 2 consoles and bring together up to six players in a racing frenzy that pits you against your friends. Each console will need a copy of Gran Turismo 4, the proper connecting cables, and all the standard gaming equipment. Once connected, you'll be ready for a life-like battle of driving abilities and mental toughness. With LAN play, the action has never been more intense or more realistic! ... Read more

Features

• Characteristics of the cars are realistically designed and calculated so that they handle to the real-life physics of that particular vehicle.
• New technology blends real-time action with a photo-fixed background to immerse the player in real-life environments such as New York City, the Grand Canyon and others.
• Players will have access to experience more than 500 authentic automobiles encompassing manufacturers from around the world, with a range from vintage to modern vehicles.
• Gran Turismo 4 offers advanced opponent behavior to capture real-life racing and unpredictability of finishes.

Reviews (157)

Great game, very time consuming and hard
Hey first off, this game is a really good racing simulator.Graphics are much improved and there is a phenominal selection of cars to choose from.Overall the feel of the driving feels extremely real, but cars can very from the performance of past games (for example the RUF cars aren't very fast this time around).
There is however a lot of downsides to this game.To start off, as a prior reviewer already stated, why in the world do you have to do rally racing on this to get your liscense?People don't buy the game to drive on a bunch of dirt, that would be Collin Macree Rally or some other rally game.
Second, this game is extremely long compared to the others, I mean long.That is good and bad.Good becasue you'll probably not get bored playing this for a long time, bad becasue you'll go insane trying to get 100%!Another biggie is some of the endurance races even speeded up (3x's) take more than eight hours!If you can spend nine hours starring at a TV screen never leaving your house then go for it!If not then you are doomed to never complete the game.
Forth problem is that the game if very very hard.At the higher levels goodluck winning, you'll spend forever practicing before you'll even be able to keep up.But with a lot, and I mean a lot of practice its possible.
To conclude this is a really really fun game.If you liked the three prior to this then you will love this game, but probably find yourself a little frustrated with the length and difficulty.I been playing a couple months, and am about 90% complete so it is a doable game, if you have the time and paitence!

Best car game yet
Don't listen to rockethead7 because he don't know what he's talking about. I rented GT4 for the first time last Thursday and I thought it was the best Gran Turismo yet. My first car was a 69' Chevy Camaro ss with a 427.(I think it was a 427) Then I raced in the Camaro races a whole bunch. I got the money for the Camaro by doing that data transfer thing from GT3 and got my A and B license and 100,000 dollars. It makes it a whole lot easier. Then I bought a Buick special, won a Chevelle, a Corvette Z06 racecar 1969, with the corvette I bought. I was really interested in getting this game because of the old cars on it. I played it and got more than I expected. It has the best old cars on it, like chevelles, camaros, corvettes, buick specials, 1915 ford model t, and a pontiac gto to name some of my favorites. Rockethead7 sucks. He don't like old cars, and old cars are the best.

Great game, Do NOT be fooled!!
First of i would like to say that this is a tough game not super hard but hard at some points. i am about 30% complete in about a week and a half. The first thing that you need to do if you can is to get the 2 licenses from GT3 and 100,000 credits if you can. That is what i did. this way you can spend all that money on one car and let that car carry you on to more money and more cars. This game is amazing when accounting for the HUGE selection of cars. I would highly recomend this game to anyone. To me this is no doubt the best racing game for the PS2. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. PS2 (PSX2)    3. Sony Playstation (Play station) 2    4. Playstation2 (Play station2)    5. Action    6. Adventure    7. Racing    8. Flying   

Editorial Review

The motto for this brand is "Never miss a moment!" That should tell you just how versatile it could be. The Cross Terrain carrier is for active parents, who want to bring along Baby, but only if both can be comfortable. It comes with a height-adjustable seat that "grows" with your child; padded, adjustable, load-bearing harnesses and restraints; and sturdy back support. A mesh panel, strategically placed, keeps grownups cool and comfortable, and another mesh canopy protects Baby from the sun. Multiple storage areas (side pockets, cup holder, panels, large item compartment, bottle pack for food and baby supplies) make it easy to store everything you need. To top it off, a sturdy kickstand holds up you supply-filled monster once it's off your back, and baby is in your lap. Its lightweight design easily folds down into a compact, easy-to-carry unit no more than 8.5 pounds empty. --Diane Beall ... Read more

Features

• Sun-blocking canopy
• Load-bearing harness and straps
• Sturdy kickstand holds everything up
• Strategic mesh panels for ventilation on long hikes
• Multiple storage areas

Reviews (18)

Outstanding!
After researching many backpacks, from the most expensive on down, I decided to try this one.My husband and I took our 7 month old (big!)baby to Yosemite.We love this backpack!It was so comfortable for us, and our little one was so cozy and happy as well!Plenty of room for goodies and adjusts to any size person.Good choice!!!

We Love It!
Our boy will be a year old next weekend and we bought this backpack a few days ago. We went for a walk around the block to test it out and he LOVED it! H