In today’s installment of Toy Insider and Family Circle magazine’s “25 Days of Toys,” Toy Insider Associate Editor Maddie Michalik and Family Circle magazine’s Social Media Editor Sugey Palomares preview the hottest toys on wheels! For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for the complete rundown of the best toys of the holiday season, be sure to check our complete Toy Insider Holiday Gift Guide.


MORFBOARD SKATE/SCOOT COMBINATION (JAKKS PACIFIC)

  • Morfboard is a new, exciting, and innovative brand.  This high-performance deck and component system transforms in seconds and creates an entirely new play experience.
  • The Morfboard ecosystem encompasses super simple Lock & Release Technology (LRT): simply drop Xtensions into the board and turn them 90-degrees.  The flex trigger locks in so kids are ready to skate, ride, balance, or bounce.  Morfboard is year-round fun—anywhere, anytime.
  • Skate Xtensions feature 53mm Urethane wheels, durable cast aluminum trucks, and Performance ABEC 5 skate bearing.
  • Scoot Xtensions feature lean to steer wishbone front truck and rear wheel with inset lever brake.
  • Variable height T-Bar with rubber anti-slip grips.
  • Available in a variety of color options to customize the board.
  • Ages: 8+
  • MSRP: $99.99
  • Available: Target, Walmart

 

NIGHTHAWK (ROLLPLAY)

  • Reaching forward speeds of up to 6 mph, this innovative ride-on is sure to be a hit with little thrill-seekers.
  • Accelerator and brake pedals allow the rider to control the speed of the Nighthawk with ease.
  • Kids will love learning how to maneuver around obstacles with the unique steering technique — lean left and right to do quick turns.
  • Side handlebars allow your child to remain secure while protecting his or her hands.
  • With an included rear safety flag, you can easily keep an eye on riders as they have a blast racing.
  • Simply plug in the included charger to the 12V battery to re-power the ride-on.
  • Recommended for children weighing up to 110 lbs.
  • Available in white/black or black/red color combinations
  • Ages: 6+
  • MSRP: $149.99
  • Available: Walmart, Amazon

Y GLIDER XL DELUXE (YVOLUTION)

  • With ultra modern design features and a revolutionary folding system, a smooth and cool ride is always guaranteed with the Glider XL Deluxe.
  • Yvolution’s unique, three-level steering system gives the rider total control to carve or cruise depending on their skill level.
  • The reinforced riding deck with raised, built-in grips and extra wide rear wheel offers an easy to control and safe ride.
  • It comes with an adjustable handlebar to suit all heights and an accessory slot for a range of awesome accessories including safety lights and storage baskets.
  • Suggested maximum of 110 lbs
  • Ages: 5 to 8
  • MSRP: $89.99
  • Available: yvolution.com, Amazon, Walmart (NEON Glider), Kohl’s (Glider 4.0)

About the author

Bill Reese

Bill Reese

Bill Reese is Business Operations Manager at Adventure Media & Events, where he's worked since 2014. A former editor at Playbill and graduate of SUNY–Purchase, he spends most weekends rooting for the New York Red Bulls pro soccer team and making subway systems out of Brio trains with his little boy Jonah.

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