Soakers for kids

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Soakers for kids

Post by tony maynard » Sat Jul 21, 2007 2:36 pm

Hey there all :) .. just joined this site... am looking for a couple of suitable soakers for my 2 kids aged 5 and 3.. need to be lightweight, easy to use and not too hard to pump.. any ideas would be really appreciated.. Tony

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Post by isoaker_com » Sat Jul 21, 2007 3:45 pm

Welcome to the forums!

For small children, I'd recommend pump-based soakers, the largest potentially being a Super Soaker Sneak Attack or Helix.

Things like a Steady Stream or Wasp could work, too.

The types that would probably be best are the Water Warriors Kwik Grips and Kwik Grips XLs. These ones are basically newer-styled squirt guns that shoot as their trigger is pulled. Heck, I still use these ones from time to time when I want to have a lightweight battle. :p

What I don't recommend for smaller kids are water blasters that require pumping to pressurize the system to work as I've seen many kids get frustrated, wondering why their water gun isn't shooting when the squeeze the trigger. Of course, 7-8 year olds seem to have no problems with the concept of pumping to pressurize before firing.

I hope this helps. Starting them young on water warfare is a good thing! :cool:

Good luck and soak on!

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Post by Specter » Sat Jul 21, 2007 4:51 pm

in my opinion, i would recommend the Max-d guns. The 3000 and the 2000. They are small, not that hard to pump, and even when they are pumped fully (according to the package which is around 15 pumps) they can still be pumped more but i dont think it affects the range much. the max-d 3000 comes in twin packs for $9.99 at most stores. the 2000 is $4.99 for one. The other advantage to these is that they only hold around 14 oz of water so they aren't that heavy. One disavantage is that they tend to empty out quick if you just hold the shot. when i use my 3000 i pulse the shot slightly, it seems like it helps the water last a bit longer.
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I agree with isoaker

Post by cobralex297 » Tue Jul 24, 2007 2:52 pm

I agree with isoaker, that your children would most likely be best with piston-based soakers, because they break much less frequently and will cause you much less hassle in this regard. Although many of the smaller, Max-D or similar soakers may at first be allright for your small children, Kindergarteners or people of that age will definitely test everything to the point of breaking, and by setting them up with a piston gun, you definitely help to avoid that. Not only will the piston guns most likely be enjoyed more than pressurized guns, but they'll save you hassle as a parent as well.

For great examples, see isoaker's post.
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Many thanks guys

Post by tony maynard » Tue Jul 24, 2007 2:56 pm

Thanks a lot for all your help on this.. have got 2 or 3 in mind and going shopping at weekend with kids.. waterbattle heaven here we come :)

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Post by C-A_99 » Tue Jul 24, 2007 7:38 pm

The squirt guns are typically extremely cheap ($1 for 2-4 guns), and may be easier to manage than any pressurized blaster or blaster with a larger piston.

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