Some of the earlier bad reviews mention that the ball is covered in cartoons. I see the strip of exercise sketches in the photo, but am curious if this photo is accurate (e.g., whether the sketches are actually all over the ball). Thanks! Some of the earlier bad reviews mention that the ball is covered in cartoons. I see the strip of exercise sketches in the photo, but am curious if this photo is accurate (e.g., whether the sketches... » Read More Some of the earlier bad reviews mention that the ball is covered in cartoons. I see the strip of exercise sketches in the photo, but am curious if this photo is accurate (e.g., whether the sketches are actually all over the ball). Thanks! « Show Less
1072900
There is a line around center of ball of small line drawings showing positions of exercises. Each individual image is approximately 2" long. From distance hardly noticeable. Ball was exactly a pictured. If u look in retail, balls very similar with same kind images.
1072901
The illustrations are of possible workout poses. They span the circumfrance of the ball in a narrow strip around the middle. They are pretty subtle but yes, they are on the ball and go all the way around.
1072902
There is a stripe around the middle that has drawings of demonstrations showing you several different exercises you can do using the ball, but it is not all over the entire ball. I'd say it is pretty minimal in proportion to the entire surface area.
1072903
The sketches are in the middle of the ball all around it - they don't border me - the main thing is that it holds the air - what it does and that I can train with weights on it without popping the ball .... what is does - it is a well made exercise ball not a member of a beauty contest
588441
I have ordered about 12 of these balls. So far, I have gotten what they show. They do have the option to send you something different if that style is not available. If it shows Hello Kitty, order it.. I really don' think you'll get something different. Also make sure you get the right size. My grandkids can't get enough of these. I don't think a day has gone by that they haven't used them ( We are raising 2 toddlers). If the kids are 3 and under, get the 15 inch. Any bigger , go the 18 inch. Good luck!
102542
http://www.tomopop.com/psa-good-smile-company-has-a-big-guide-to-bootlegs-29743.phtml I'll be honest: I didn't even know this figure was rereleased already. That said, a quick google search brought up the above link. IIt's an article highlighting the difficult task of spotting bootleg products(example pictures and chart Iincluded). See if that helps ease your mind. If that doesn't satisfy you, look over as much of your seller's information as you can, including previous auctions and feedback to said auctions. Good luck!
1734626
Hello, That is a really interesting graphic on my product! It does not belong there. Obviously someone has somehow overlaid this photo over my photo to prevent me from selling product. I will work on getting it fixed! Thank you for writing in...
1615621
I have noticed one or two squares have what looks like "paint" scratched off in the animals face. seems odd since it's not like anyone walks on it. my daughter used it first with no issues but my son wants to eat the tiles so i put them away. not because of danger per se just because it was annoying to reassemble so often.
1851925
Yes, it is..... It might look a little different than what is shown on TV, but that is only because they have Equipment Managers that "work" on the ball prior to the game to make it a little more tackified.... but when you get this ball, you'll wish that you never wasted the $25-30 you payed for a replica, and instead opted for this authentic ball.... I love mines, and only play with it on the grass!!!!!!!!
939456
I agree the only think I can think of it being is the stickers. When I bought it my kids were 1 1/2 and 3 1/2 they have been able to use it just fine and are still using it. That was 2 years ago. Great buy for the money!
571694
I have 4 outside cats that all live in my backyard (they hardly ever go in the front). I've had this ball chillin' in the backyard next to my exercise equipment for a couple years now. To my knowledge, they have never once even approached it. Not sure why but I do think that if they wanted to damage it, they probably could. They scratch on my wooden post a lot and it looks pretty damaged, but never this ball. I think it intimidates them or something.
789310
Um, no. Not a 'serious' game if you want points to count or anything because it's going to bounce odd if it lands on one of the hole openings. And it's a little heavier than a tennis ball. But if you just want a knock-around just-for-fun game at night with the court lights off, give it a try, and tell us about it ;)
474102
Fairly well as long as you use a real ball. There is a limit to how well it shows a fade or a draw. It will show a fairly good baby fade like the one I play. But if you really try to make it cut, it can show a massive hook or slice.
1870030
I don't believe you did, though it is very hard to tell between the real and fakes, I'm looking at the tags and it looks very official. I ordered this before my realization of all the bootlegs around, and I will never order plushes online again, but I'm not saying it's not fake, it looks very official. Try to look online, lots of great poketubers(pokemon Youtubers) out there that can help you better than this message can.
524653
I don't know - the ball is being used in an elementary school. I have had student sit and bounce in it without a problem. I did have an exercise ball previously that a student was able to puncture when it was stabbed with a sharp pencil!
607083
It's a great game and my daughter really enjoyed playing it for quite awhile. My daughter said that she played with a regular soccer ball with it and it worked, yet it wasn't always accurate in recording the points. It seems to be a pretty sturdy game.
669832
Im not sure what you mean by "balling up"? It should almost look like a quilt with pockets of puffiness. If that is what you mean then yes it is normal.
1798776
There will always be a bad apple whether its the product or the person reviewing it. Sometimes people just have bad luck with products. But we haven't regretted our purchase for even a second. We love it. Good luck with yours if you get it. Just be sure to do the support on the bottom the proper way and I think you'll be really pleased with it. We may have gone a little overboard on the framing of the base but that's how we roll. Lol
1592701
Hello Christopher! I haven't forgotten you. I've been in the hospital and I haven't felt quite up to the task yet. I will go through the '60s material as soon as I can, but I am certain that the cartoon is there. They have simply taken everything including special issues and put them conveniently on a disk. It is well done and even easy to add to an pad. After I read my iPad issues I will delete them and add other issues from my main computer. I am an. Astronomer and plan to buy Astronomy magazine on a disk as well. Every issue all the way from 1973 is on there. These all inclusive disks are a good way to keep multiple issues for life without having to have massive amounts of storage space for hundreds of magazines. And your issues won't rip and tear and you won't spill coffee on them ( or I hope not for your iPads sake, ha, ha!). The MAD disk loads easily and to me is a treasure. It is about $59 bucks where as Astronomy will cost about $150 bucks,but you get so much. I am glad I bought it because I will be reading material that I missed for the next several years! Sorry about the delay, but I have been really sick lately. Let me know if you decide to purchase before my search and if you do, what your experience is. Russ
598200
The current image is wrong!! I requested that Amazon change it to the correct image. It has 4 TMNT characters and it says GOOD TIMES. They will hopefully change the image shortly.