Moon Shoes: The Bouncy Toy That Landed with a Thud

Moon Shoes were a 1990s craze that promised to let kids “walk on the moon” with every step. Designed like miniature trampolines strapped to your feet, these bouncy platforms used thick rubber bands to create a springy, gravity-defying effect. The idea was undeniably fun in theory—but in practice, the lack of stability turned playtime into a hazard. Children often lost balance, twisted ankles, or worse, leading to a surge in minor injuries. Despite their catchy marketing and nostalgic appeal, Moon Shoes were quietly pulled from shelves amid growing safety concerns. They now remain a quirky relic of a time when toy innovation sometimes leapt before it looked.