How do I blow up the balloon to put inside the SpikeLite fabric cover?
- First prep the balloon, by inflating it without the fabric.
- Keep the stem long to insure the balloon stays as round as possible. As soon as the balloon is the size of a volleyball, "round it out" by rolling it on a table or another flat surface.
- Deflate the balloon, and then insert it into the small slit in the SpikeLite fabric covering.
- Re-inflate inside the cover, once again keeping the stem as long as possible.
- As soon as the ball is firm, rub out the seams of the SpikeLite to "round out" the ball.
- Put a couple more breaths into the balloon, tie it off, and shove the valve inside the slit.
- Have fun with the SpikeLite!
What kind of balloon do I use as a replacement?
10" round balloon work best. Here is an Amazon link for a compatible balloon.
https://www.amazon.com/Balloons-100-Pack-Snow-White-Bachelorette-Decorations/dp/B07XFNQ3RT/ref=sr_1_16?keywords=10+inch+balloons&qid=1653312693&sr=8-16
What are the common uses of the SpikeLite?
SpikeLites can be used in a wide variety of different environments, from knocking it around the house to using it as an instructional ball in beginners' clinics. Here are some of the common uses:
- Teaching tool for the youngest age groups.
- Giveaway for those groups. That is, after the clinic, the kids take the ball home.
- Giveaway to any player/parent who has a young sibling/child at home. It's a great intro ball.
- End of camp giveaway for all age groups. It's a fun house toy.
- House toy to get kids away from screens.
- Hotel room toy for any club team.
- Indoor travel toy for family vacations. You can carry it in your pocket and inflate when you arrive.
- College giveaways at matches. They are far more user-friendly than the mini-balls that usually given to fans. Fans can also hit them around like a beach ball that you often see in baseball games.
- Baby gift.
- Sell it in club store and cover cost of giveaways.