Hit the ice ... or go airborne.

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When it comes to sports, we've just entered our favorite time of the year. We offer a halfhearted apology to the many gridiron fans out there, but we're talking about hockey season. For us, nothing matches the excitement--and the fast pace--of the game. Even though we don't get the opportunity to play much anymore, we never miss the chance to take on all comers in air hockey. However, space limitations have prevented us from having a table at home, but we've found an alternative in Hover Hockey from Geospace International, Seattle, Wash.

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Hover Hockey ($9.99) consists of a lightweight plastic puck with a turbofan inside that lifts it about a millimeter off the table. This makes any smooth surface an air hockey table. It has a soft, rubber bumper that allows it to carom off objects and change directions. The kit includes two disc strikers and a pair of cardboard goals. For more information, visit www.geospaceplay.com.

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