Oct 24, 2008 Posted by eclectic

The "Shoe Goo" from Nike SB

The new Nike SB shoe, nicknamed the “Shoe Goo,” dropped in September and apparently has sold out at most locations. I didn’t get the connection to our Shoe Goo at first. Sort of a retro high top and with a duct-tape-like design on the side. Pretty cool shoe… but why the “shoe goo”? Here’s the photo: Then I saw this photo: I get it! That looks familiar,... read more

Jul 24, 2008 Posted by eclectic

Maintaining Your Skate Gear

Learning to skateboard definitely takes time, patience and the ability to fall down over and over and over and still get up and do it again. And during the time it takes to learn, you can go through a lot of equipment. The primary parts of a skateboard are the deck, the trucks, the wheels and bearings, the hardware and the grip tape, not to mention shoes and jeans. It can get spendy, but there are a few... read more

Jul 10, 2008 Posted by eclectic

Get Your Boat Ready for Dog Days of Summer

As the temperatures begin to rise, many water enthusiasts will feel the call to their favorite warm-weather water activities. Whether your boat was properly winterized or simply sitting in storage during the off-season, there are several things you can do to make sure the boat is fully prepared for fun. Preparation should include mechanical check-ups completed by a marine dealership or service center as... read more

Jun 5, 2008 Posted by eclectic

Amateur Tennis Players Unite!

Inspired by the amazing play at the French Open this year (visit the official site here), I thought I’d take a look and see what online opportunities there are for amateur tennis players to get support, improve your stroke or just connect with others online. There were two that appeared to be pretty popular and have a variety of features for users. Racquet Speed: A social network for players and... read more

May 12, 2008 Posted by eclectic

Why Good Shoes Matter

If you’re active in a sport like tennis, basketball, running or skateboarding, you know that your shoes can take a beating. In fact, A 150-pound person walking just one mile exerts a force of 63.5 tons on a single foot, according to the American Podiatric Medical Association. Selecting the right shoe is paramount, especially in preventing foot-related injuries. Each sport will have specific shoe... read more