Invent your own sport and win big bucks

July 29th, 2008 | Category: DIY

DIY fans already know and love Instructables. But in the tradition of two-great-tastes-that-taste-great-together, the how-to site has paired up with active wear company Horny Toad in an invent a sport contest. Whether you’re an inventor with a flair for athletics, or an athlete who loves to be creative, that contest is for you.

Simply come up with the rules for your original sport, compose a list of essential equipment, and whether you’re really enthusiastic, prepare a video. Send the info about your invented activity to Horny Toad and they’ll post

it on their website. The winner will get a $350 gift card to spend on Horny Toad active wear.

If you need a little inspiration, or whether you just want to try some of these newly invented sports yourself, check out some of the recent entries, including Crazy Croquet, WiFi Hunting, or that cool and inexpensive DIY skating or snowboarding sail. whether you’re the more visual type, check out their slide show of invented sports, some of which definitely belong in our Don’t It Yourself category!

Original post by Bethany Sanders

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