I have not purchased the penguin yet, but I'm looking at getting it off of craigslist. How do you blow it up? (is it with your mouth)
2052444
I actually got mine at a children's exchange sale and luckily it was already blown up. Because you do have to blow it up through your mouth but I'm sure a small air pump valve would work too.
2052445
It is blown up by the mouth and has the inner valve where it has to be squeezed at same time as blowing up. Possibly a small air pump valve would work. Chlorex wipes might be able to calm the germ question. BUT WHATEVER IT TAKES, THIS TOY IS A W E S O M E ! We are on our second one in 4 years. Older grandkids like to use it for a "drop and punt" so we have to put it away when they come to visit. Our disabled granddaughter has learned how to roll or propel herself around on the floor to find the toy - she loves it so much. Even if someone were to buy it new - it is worth the money.
2052446
It is blown up by the mouth and has the inner valve where it has to be squeezed at same time as blowing up. Possibly a small air pump valve would work. Chlorex wipes might be able to calm the germ question. BUT WHATEVER IT TAKES, THIS TOY IS A W E S O M E ! We are on our second one in 4 years. Older grandkids like to use it for a "drop and punt" so we have to put it away when they come to visit. Our disabled granddaughter has learned how to roll or propel herself around on the floor to find the toy - she loves it so much. Even if someone were to buy it new - it is worth the money. It is blown up by the mouth and has the inner valve where it has to be squeezed at same time as blowing up. Possibly a small air pump valve would work. Chlorex wipes might be able to calm the germ question. BUT WHATEVER IT TAKES, THIS TOY IS A W E S O M E ! We are on our second one in 4 years. Older grandkids like to use it for a "drop and punt" so we have to put it away when they come to visit. Our disabled granddaughter has learned how to roll or propel herself around on the floor to find the toy - she loves it so much. Even if someone were to buy it new - it is worth the money.
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It's outfitted with two small air holes such as you find on regular inflatable toys. Make sure your air pump has a nozzle that will fit in and you're good to go. I recommend using a manual air pump, otherwise it will take awhile to blow up, and if you use an air compressor you could over inflate it. FYI: Takes a bit of time to deflate too, as all the air has to come out of those tiny holes, but it was super fun to play around on.
1342974
I bought the Pinzon Penguin as a Christmas gift for my husband. After the 4th use, it became stuck in the closed position.I tried sending email to the address listed in the previous posts, but the message bounced back "undeliverable".
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You blow it up. Easier with an air pump, but you can do it the conventional way. My concern is with the quality of the plastic. In my opinion, it can't withstand young boys for very long. And, it used to.
697075
It's s NIGHTMARE putting that thing together! I'd highly recommend having a party with friend to get them to help. Tell them you'll buy them pizza or beer or what ever. Mine blew over the same day!
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One other comment: I saw the post from the person who said they killed themselves blowing it up. Floats these days have a valve that you have to pinch when you're blowing them up. If you're not doing it right, yes, you're going to bust a gut trying to blow it up. If you're pinching it right, it should only take a few minutes at most.
1642168
Buy an air pump that has a deflate option and it is a piece of cake. Deflated it goes in the box it came in. I bought two and my grandkids beat them to death wrestling, running on them and jumping off them for two weeks of daily abuse. Love these floats. Great buy.
862930
Yes you do to blow it up. there is an on/off switch on the pump you have to turn it on to deflate it all the way too
1093854
You blow into the device from about an inch away, or so. You might want to wipe the device down with purell afterwards, but the users aren't likely to pick up anything since you aren't putting it into your mouth.
934721
I know...I feel for you...There are like a million places to inflate on this thing. It has been a while since I did it, and I wish I could remember where exactly they are. I do remember the more you blow up, the more appear to be blown up. So keep inflating, and they will appear!!! I do know the little ones really loved it. Wish I could be of more use to you!!! Good Luck!!! : )
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I don't know, but I would certainly check freecycle. I am sure the penguins last longer than the rest of the kit. Also, our kids put jingle bells on the track, and they worked just as well!
205475
I have been using it for about a year now, blow it up by mouth every once in a while just fine, no problem. But usually it deflates a bit when trying to screw it tight. Other Han that, it works fine. Try finding a person with "bigger" lung capacity to help you.
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Yes, thanks so much for responding! I looked after I read his message and found instructions on the outer box. I meant to come back and post what I'd found.The rocket pack pops off pretty easily and the tape and twist ties were able to be removed once I had done that.Too bad there's no button to turn the volume down on this toy...
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I got it from RockBirds. It comes with a wide variety of torpedo equipment such as:-Torpedoes that explode into kittens-Torpedoes that believe in Greek Mythology-Torpedoes that explode into Hawaiian Punch-Torpedoes that can do magic-Torpedoes with frickin laser beams attached to their heads-Torpedoes that change the air pressure quite suddenly-Torpedoes that may or may not explode in a thermonuclear explosion resulting in the loss of limb, house, and possibly everything.I'd say that this cube is well worth the small amount of money you pay for. I got it from RockBirds. It comes with a wide variety of torpedo equipment such as:-Torpedoes that explode into kittens-Torpedoes that believe in Greek Mythology-Torpedoes that explode into Hawaiian Punch-Torpedoes that can do magic-Torpedoes with frickin laser beams attached to their heads-Torpedoes that change the air pressure quite suddenly-Torpedoes that may or may not explode in a thermonuclear explosion resulting in the loss of limb, house, and possibly everything.I'd say that this cube is well worth the small... » Read More I got it from RockBirds. It comes with a wide variety of torpedo equipment such as:-Torpedoes that explode into kittens-Torpedoes that believe in Greek Mythology-Torpedoes that explode into Hawaiian Punch-Torpedoes that can do magic-Torpedoes with frickin laser beams attached to their heads-Torpedoes that change the air pressure quite suddenly-Torpedoes that may or may not explode in a thermonuclear explosion resulting in the loss of limb, house, and possibly everything.I'd say that this cube is well worth the small amount of money you pay for. « Show Less
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I think it is a cute and cheap blown up toy for 3-6 year old kids. Size is small so it does not require a lot of work to blow it up. I bought it as party favors for my daughter birth day party. You can not go wrong with this price. I hope this help.
718260
I'm not sure how you are supposed to pump it up. I happened to have something like "Classic Accessories Inflatable Boat/Tube Hand Pump" (if you search on Amazon) from something I had before. Definitely wouldn't want to to try to blow up with my mouth. Best of luck.
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Yes, you can blow this up by mouth with no problems. It i an awesome float.....You will love it !!!!