I hadn't even thought of this game in years! I grew up on the south shore of Montreal in the 60's and we used to hound the mailman endlessly for elastics, seeing as they were by far the best kind. I do agree, though, that they used to tear at the wee hairs on our legs, but we couldn't afford the "knicker elastic.":) It was such a great game and I actually wouldn't mind trying it again.

Thanks all!