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* An excellent introduction for youngsters to inline skating comes from Brookfield International, Inc., Milford, Mass. Using the long-standing Hot Wheels brand on the Multi-Size Inline Skates adds to their attractiveness, yet these are not mere toys, but durable, well-crafted models that incorporate safety with speed.

The skates are molded of high-impact plastic with ball-bearing wheels that zip along virtually any surface. What makes the skates particularly a good buy is an adjustable system that enables them to cover a three-size range, assuring they won't be a one-season item before being outgrown. The inner liner is removable and can be expanded with Velcro pieces as the kids' feet grow. Meanwhile, a knob at the back of the skate allows its bed to expand...