Hi jill01-ga,
I'm very aware that the bear outfits I've provided for you are not
specifically tailored for the rock climber, but for hikers. Being an
avid hiker in and around the mountains where I live, many times I
ended up rock climbing getting from place to place!
Sturdy clothing, a hat or cap, shoes with good gripping soles, and a
backpack should take care of any trip into the mountains. ;)
So, this is what I was able to find for you.
1 - Fisher Price has discontinued the line of Briarberry teddy's.
However at the end of this section there's a list of probably place he
can be found.
http://hmmmk.tripod.com/briarberry.htm
"BenBerry Product#: 75056 Ages: 3 yrs. & up Approximate Retail Price:
$15.00 This mountain-climbing bear always wants to be outside! He
loves to hike, canoe, camp, play tag with frogs and be a good friend!
If your favorite color is navy blue, this little bear's is, too! He
comes with a storybook so you can enjoy reading about enthusiastic
Benberry's adventures. Storybook is titled, "A Country Fair Surprise -
Benberry and Ashleyberry lend a helping hand". Also comes with green
frog hangtag. First of only two boy bears in the line. Newest bear of
the line. (2000) Meet BenBerry! at this site:"
http://hmmmk.tripod.com/benberry.htm
(Quote)
"I have found the following places from which to purchase Briarberry
Bears & Accessories (They've also all been a great source of
information!) Fisher Price has discontinued the line. Grab them NOW!
Physical Stores:
Ames Department Stores (from what I've heard)
Big Lots!!!!
KBToys/Toy Works
JCPenney (There were some in the Outlet store by me)
KMart
Meijers
Target
Toys 'R' Us
WalMart
(when searching at the following try "briarberry", not just
"briarberry bears"):
www.ebay.com"
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2 - Little Blue Flowers - Hand Made Teddy Bears (outfits and costumes
made to your specs)
Contact Little Blue Flowers: sales@littleblueflowers.com
or you can mail me at:
Little Blue Flowers
6140 Hwy 6, #217
Missouri City, TX 77459
http://www.littleblueflowers.com/bearsummary.html
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The next site listed has a huge selection of bears with available
"outfits" to put on the teddy.
3 - A Very Beary Forest (Large selection of available bears for
sale):
http://www.averybearyforest.com/cgi-local/shop.pl/page=bears.html/SID=1040111586.18735
Clothing for the hiker can be viewed on this page:
http://www.averybearyforest.com/cgi-local/shop.pl/SID=1040111586.18735/page=product.html/product=180
Or a nice pair of green pants here:
http://www.averybearyforest.com/cgi-local/shop.pl/SID=1040111586.18735/page=product.html/product=593
And a personalized t-shirt:
http://www.averybearyforest.com/cgi-local/shop.pl/SID=1040111586.18735/page=product.html/product=397
With a backpack or fannypack on this page:
http://www.averybearyforest.com/cgi-local/shop.pl/page=accessories2.html/SID=1040111586.18735
Along with a red hat and either red or blue sneakers:
http://www.averybearyforest.com/cgi-local/shop.pl/page=accessories3.html/SID=1040111586.18735
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4 - Vonnie Bears are custom made:
http://www.vonniesbears.com/
"Every Vonnie Bear is made with as much care and love as was the very
first. Each has its own little personality. To own a Vonnie Bear or to
give one to that special person gives a special feeling. I read
something not long ago that said,
"The person that says they don't need a teddy bear is the very person
that does.""
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I had a lot of fun doing the research and at times found myself
laughing out loud at some of the outfits shown.
Google search words: "teddy bears", "teddy bear clothing", "custom
made teddy bears"
Best regards,
tlspiegel
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Request for Answer Clarification by
jill01-ga
on
19 Dec 2002 20:57 PST
What I'm actually looking for is a bear with a climbing rope, harness,
and carabiner. I realize how difficult this is to find. :( I'm
writing to the place you suggested with the custom made orders, as
well as one that a commenter posted. In your web travels, did you
come across any other sites that do custom orders that might look like
they would do this one?
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Request for Answer Clarification by
jill01-ga
on
19 Dec 2002 20:58 PST
Thank you for a very thorough answer! I'm glad the search had you
laughing too. :)
I realized upon reading the answers and looking through the links that
what I'm actually looking for is a bear with a climbing rope, harness,
and carabiner. I realize how difficult this is to find. :( I'm
writing to the place you suggested with the custom made orders, as
well as one that a commenter posted. In your web travels, did you
come across any other sites that do custom orders that might look like
they would do this one?
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Clarification of Answer by
tlspiegel-ga
on
19 Dec 2002 22:23 PST
Hi jill01,
I really did try to find rock climbing teddy bears! I really did...
but wasn't able to come up with the unique request other than having
him/her custom made.
(Most of the bears available online are very tame and don't like to
exercise much!} :)
Some of the bears available were dressed for a special occassion such
as birthday, holiday, first day of school, engagement, anniversary, or
were in work costumes such as musician, fireman, policman, etc. I
found bears in tuxedos! But nothing with all the gear needed for rock
climbing.
I didn't include the following custom made teddy bear because they're
quite pricey.
Teddy Bears Galore!
by Jacqueline Ellen but the pricing starts at $129 for the "Custom
Deluxe" Bear.
(BEAR # 2) And, she requires a $75.00 deposit before she begins and
the balance due when bear is complete.
"If you have a unique idea or need a totally CUSTOM DELUXE BEAR,
contact me directly and I will prepare an estimate. . Some of the
bears that I have done recently include a "Punk Rocker Bear"," Raving
Bear", "Bridesmaid Bear" ... you get the idea.
Send an email with all the details: Jacqueline@beyondthesidewalks.com
Teddy Bears Galore
http://www.beyondthesidewalks.com/teddybears/default.htm
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No prices were available online but you can contact the Teddy Bear
Place.
You can have your teddy bear custom made the size and style you want,
using the materials that may have a special meaning to you. I've
heard about this wonderful lady - Nancy Meidinger, who gives teddy
bear instruction, does bear repairs and will create a bear for you.
phone: (615) 883-9313
fax: (615) 232-7387
email: nancy@teddybearplace.com
Teddy Bear Place
http://www.teddybearplace.com/custom.html
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This lady will "stuff a bear from your old fur coat"!! Cost is
$140... She'll do "theme bears" to your specifications. Email
address: teddies@thebearnecessities.com
The Bear Necessities
http://www.thebearnecessities.com/
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A simple carabiner such as shown on this page can be purchased at any
Hardware Store.
http://www.ems.com/navigation/subcategory.jsp?WebLogicSession=PgKunPhBJRWw0eMxcAQe3eJGERmDynE3TBHdBKyz9LnfKDO12LoU|3073140431172297103/174391830/6/7005/7005/7002/7002/7005/-1|2257074686755754676/174391831/6/7005/7005/7002/7002/7005/-1&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=137119&bmUID=1040363164233
(This has to be the longest url (link) on the web, but it IS working.)
So, in my web travels I can say - no, no rock climbers in the teddy
bear field. But hopefully one of the links provided for custom made
teddies will be able to come up with the perfect rock climber with all
necessary gear: harness, rope, carabiner - and don't forget the water
bottle. Bears get thirsty too!
Regards,
tlspiegel
Google Answers Researcher
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Clarification of Answer by
tlspiegel-ga
on
21 Dec 2002 10:00 PST
Hi jill01-ga,
I did a search in Froogle.com which is Google's latest innovation. I
didn't find any teddy bears who love to rock climb, but did locate a
very cool book for kids age 5-9.
(BX1265) THE TEDDY BEAR'S GREAT EXPEDITION
Theobalds, Prue
WAS $12.95 SALE: $7.50
1990. 26 pp, color ills. All the Teddy Bears go on a camping and
climbing expedition to find their ancestor, a wild bear. Larger
hardcover. Ages 5-9.
Chessler Books
P.O. Box 4359, 29723 Troutdale Scenic Drive
Evergreen, Colorado 80437 USA
(800) 654-8502 (303) 670-0093 Fax: (303) 670-9727
E-Mail: chesslerbk@aol.com
Chessler Books
Mountaineering - RockClimbing - Exploration
http://www.chesslerbooks.com/chlist.asp?cat=sale
Regards,
tlspiegel
Google Answers Researcher
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