February 8, 2013

The best snow tube for adults

As a kid, snow tubing was my favorite outdoor activity in the winter, and as an adult it's still one of my favorite things to do. Check out my list of tubing and sledding spots in Newton.

The Yeti snow tube (found at Toys R Us and Amazon) is the largest snow tube I've ever had. As you can see, it's a double-rider for kids, but it's the perfect size for an adult. I'm 6'5" and I fit comfortably and safely. I picked up this 54-incher for under $20 and it's a great deal. Available in other sizes for kids, too.

Cruising down the sledding hill aboard this Yeti mobile is like being on a hovercraft. It's plump and comfy, and glides pretty smoothly. While you may not get the wild speed as you would from a plastic or wooden sled, you won't have to deal with bumps and a sore butt on the Yeti tube!

Features:
  • 4 heavy-duty color coordinated handles
  • Extra heavy-duty 16 gauge vinyl construction
  • 48 in. inflated / 54 in. deflated
  • Bright, colorful Yeti graphics
  • Special K-80 cold-crack additive to help vinyl withstand the extreme cold
  • Recommended for ages 7+

January 5, 2013

Places to go sledding in Newton, MA

Looking for a few cheap, fun winter activities? Let this be list be your guide for free sledding and snow tubing in Newton! Beware that none of these spots are monitored by staff like Nashoba Valley or Amesbury Sports Park, so please use discretion and be safe.

I've been scouring the internet for sources for sledding spots in Newton, and I'm compiling a list which will continue to be revised and added to. Please leave comments with suggestions of your own - anything sledding in Massachusetts! Or even better, sledding in Newton!


Fessenden School (map)
Street: Albemarle Rd or Fessenden Ln
Comments: The parking lots are free. There are two big hills here - one goes straight down, which is classic, and the other hill, which is more risky, curves around ("dog leg" in golf terms) with a half pipe-like ridge that prevents you from flying off course. Check out the dog leg hill if you're after thrilling tubing in Newton.

Casey Park (map)
Street: Watertown St
Comments: Only on-street parking available, but it's free. One of the weakest sled hills I've seen, it's more for kids sledding.

Claflin Field (map)
Street: Lowell Ave
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Charles River Country Club (map)
Street: Winchester St
Comments: One of my favorite spots for tubing in Massachusetts. No convenient parking so you'll have to park on a nearby side street. Beware that the golf maintenance road (marked with a sign) is off limits - I've parked there and was approached by a police officer saying I can't do that.

Brae Burn Country Club
Street: Moffat Rd
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Bobby Braceland Park
Street:
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Looking for sleds for adults? I have a snow tube that's amazing, and very affordable.

September 29, 2012

Statesman Ties Customized Tie Giveaway

Statesman Ties is giving away to one lucky reader any tie in the shop with the customization you want!

http://babygiveaways.blogspot.com/2012/09/statesman-ties-customized-tie-giveaway.html

All entries must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. PDT on Thursday, October 11. The winner will be announced on Friday, October 12.