Evel Knievel Deluxe Dare Devil Stunt Set

International media attention to Evel's heroic, death-defying feats and his positive messages to the world's youth have made him one of the most enduring sports icons of the twentieth century.
Evel Knievel, the seventies American icon and the greatest daredevil motorcyclist that ever lived. Born in the town of Butte, Montana in 1938, Robert Craig Knievel was an outstanding athlete, ski jumper and ice hockey player at school. His early jobs included working in the copper mines and driving a bus as well as a stint in the US Army, but he always subsidised his income through crime ('I could crack a safe with one hand tied behind my back quicker than you could eat a hamburger with two.') He used bikes to escape from the police and eventually hit upon the idea of jumping them after seeing a stunt driver jump cars at a state fair. His first jump took place over two mountain lions and a box of rattlesnakes, and he soon developed his act into the 'Evel Knievel Motorcycle Daredevils' before embarking on a solo career. Knievel suffered 37 breaks and fractures during his daredevil career. In 1967 he spent 29 days in a coma after an attempt to jump over the fountains outside Caesar's Palace casino in Las Vegas. While recovering, he decided to make his goal to jump the Grand Canyon, an attempt he was forced to abort by the US Government; and later was paid USD1 million for jumping over 13 double-decker buses at Wembley Stadium. Now in his mid-sixties, he remains partially crippled from his injuries, which include breaks in both legs and a crushed pelvis. The gambling, alcoholism and womanising have also taken their toll. Meanwhile, his son Robbie has become a record-breaking stunt rider.

Made from the original Ideal Toy moulds. Each piece is individually numbered and complete with certificate of authenticity. Includes Evel Knievel hand book that tells his remarkable story For ages 5 and up No batteries required

Product Description Please Note: Unfortunately we are no longer stocking this product, please do not click the 'E-mail me when back in stock' option. For great alternatives, check out the products below! Please Note: Unfortunately we are no longer stocking this product, please do not click the 'E-mail me when back in stock' option. For great alternatives, check out the products below! He's Evel. He's Knievel. And he's right up there with the Spacehopper and the Chopper as the archetypal toys of the 1970s. These creations are so classic and so venerated that when they go into the test lab here at gadgetshop HQ, a hush descends, for we are in the presence of greatness. Now reborn for a new generation of would-be daredevils, Evel - not Evil, you understand - is reinvented, recharged and ready to take on the Grand Canyon you have just built in your living room. Genius. It's just as you remember. Only better. The classic figurine of the certifiable Daredevil himself comes with his high-speed gyrobike, powered to full throttle by a high-octane turbomatic energiser. A 40 piece stunt set (you will want to count them all) contains everything a self-respecting maniac could wish for: ramps, walls, tools and the legendary ring of fire. Now the possibilities and configurations are truly endless, the fun simply too good for children. Once again, the power is in your hands. Knievel clearly had a death wish. And now you can propel him back to greatness, or send him to his doom. But trust us, he will rise again. Do not attempt Evel's stunts on your Chopper at home. It is too heavy. 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Be the first one to add a relevant tag (keyword that's strongly related to this product) Check a corresponding box or enter your own tags in the field below motorcycle stunt set evel stunt poof slinky play vehicles knievel evel knievel dare devil stunt set evel knievel back to basics Your tags: Add your first tag Search Products Tagged with   See most popular tags   Customer Reviews 5 Reviews 5 star:  (4) 4 star:  (1) 3 star:    (0) 2 star:    (0) 1 star:    (0)           Average Customer Review 4.8 out of 5 stars (5 customer reviews)         Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review Most Helpful Customer Reviews   14 of 15 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars 'Old school' heaven., 30 Aug 2006 By  D. Lloyd "Riddick" (U.K.) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    Way back in 1979 my parents bought me an Evel Knievel stunt set for my 5th birthday. It became one of my most favoured and played with toys for the rest of my childhood. Time goes on, and things get sold in car boot sales, but the fond memories of it remained. Now here, in 2006 on my 32nd birthday, my parents gave me this re-issue set!! :). It is every bit as good as I remember it, and is 100% identicle to the originals (they have been made using 'Ideal Toys' original molds and materials). Not only is this a great toy for the collector of 'classic' or 'retro' kitsch- it is great for the new generation. My little neices love it (even though I had to explain who Kneivel was, and why he was famous). If you remember this toy fondly, or if your kids like 'proper' toys, then this is an unmissable Item on your upcoming Christmas shoping list. It is also very reasonably priced. Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)   9 of 11 people found the following review helpful: 4.0 out of 5 stars Recommended for those 35 years old and up., 11 Oct 2006 By  J. S. Meins "fiftyfirstfloorfilms" (UK) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)    Bought this for my brother after his original version was broken on the very same Christmas day he received it by another inebriated family member. It really is an exact copy of the original with the Evel Doll just as poorly made as we remembered it; he has a squeezy head, lipstick, kiss-curl, dirty looking helmet (oh er) and is too small to sit down on the bike. Cool. The bike is powered-up by the classic Turbomatic Energizer (*cough* wind up thing) that makes an incredibly loud noise, giving you the impression that Evel and his bike are going to rocket off into the distance, sadly if used on carpet he will go no-where and instead just full on his side rather pathetically. Just like the original in other words and very funny too. I don't remember it coming with all the ramps and stuff in the seventies (i'm sure we used books and things) but these were gratefully received. The best thing about the package is the small book listing all the Evel Kneivel toys that were available back in the day, complete with photos. I was surprised how many I remembered. Anyway, this is perfect for kids over 30 but otherwise I'd avoid as it is just a cheesy toy that is bettered by most modern stuff. Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)   1 of 1 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars As much fun now as 30 years ago, 16 Nov 2008 By  L. A. Davidson (Tyneside, England) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    Durability:3.0 out of 5 stars Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars  30 years ago me and my brother got the stunt cycle and speed cycle for Xmas. They were great. Over the last 15 years we've talked about how much fun we had back then with them. Last year my wife bought me a new one. Wow, it was brilliant, until I got carried away a few weeks ago showing off to the kids trying to do a world record jump. Unfortunatly something inside the bike broke. That hasnt put me off at all, I want another one for this Xmas. I'm also going to raid my parents loft for the originals! These new sets look and feel just like the originals, but for fun factor theres nothing on the market today to compete. Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this) Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review › See all 5 customer reviews...       Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars Husbands Toy I got this for my husband (33yrs old) for passing an exam at work. He opened it, played with it for a bit, it made a really loud noise, but it is now in its box in the loft... Read more Published 4 months ago by J. Hendrie 5.0 out of 5 stars Evil Returns Just got my EK stunt set for X-mas. I am a 30 year old child and had an original of these back in the 70's. It was and still remains my favourite toy. Read more Published 18 months ago by C. Campbell-turner Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews › See all 5 customer reviews... Customer Discussions  Beta (What's this?) This product's forum (0 discussions)   Discussion Replies Latest Post   No discussions yet Ask questions, Share opinions, Gain insight Start a new discussion Topic: First post: Prompts for sign-in   [Cancel] Guidelines     Related forums toys  (2 discussions) Listmania!   Game for a laugh: A list by Fiction Fan   Fantastic Gifts for Kids: A list by Jessica Carl "jessica-p-c"   Best books for 5 year olds: A list by Ms. Cheryl Senior "cheryl_senior" Create a Listmania! list Search Listmania! 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