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Snowball Siege Weapons

The Crossbow Snow Launcher Will Let You Rule Every Park and Playground

— October 25, 2011 — Special
Imagine the look on the faces of other kids, as you unsheathe your Crossbow Snow Launcher from your holster and begin launching snowballs at lightning speed and with deadly accuracy. They'll want one too.

Although this may be the beginning of a winter arms race among children, the Crossbow Snow Launcher is still an astounding device. Brought to you by The Sharper Image, this ballistic device exploits the simple physical law of propulsion: load a snowball, pull back the lever and aim the device at your first victim! A shoulder stock and an ergonomic handle make the Crossbow Snow Launcher even easier to use. Lastly, a vinyl target is included, which might come in handy when perfecting your accuracy at 60 feet, the launcher's maximum range.
Trend Themes
1. Winter Arms Race Among Kids - The popularity of the Crossbow Snow Launcher suggests a trend in the demand for winter toys that provide an enhanced competitive experience.
2. Ballistic Devices for Children's Play - The introduction of the Crossbow Snow Launcher is the latest example of a trend that uses the principles of physics to develop innovative playtime products for children.
3. Ergonomic and User-friendly Toy Design - The Crossbow Snow Launcher's shoulder stock and ergonomic handle reflect a trend in the toy industry for well-designed, user-friendly products that enhance the user's experience.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Industry - The introduction of the Crossbow Snow Launcher provides a disruptive innovation opportunity in the toy industry to develop more advanced winter toys that provide a unique play experience.
2. Outdoor Recreation Industry - The Crossbow Snow Launcher reflects an opportunity for the outdoor recreation industry to develop new products that enhance the winter experience and provide an opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to try new activities.
3. Sporting Goods Industry - The Crossbow Snow Launcher provides a disruptive innovation opportunity for the sporting goods industry to enhance the winter sports experience and create a new category of winter sports equipment.
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