“Clap on… clap off” looks absolutely archaic next to the Goldee Light Controller. Like a typewriter vs. texting, like an 8-track vs. Sound Cloud. Billed as “the intelligent light that caters to you” this is a high-tech way to feel like an omnipotent being in your own home. Hand movements in front of Goldee’s touchless gesture sensors control the basics. As you’d… read more >
Well, someone has answered our prayers, so with thanks to Santa, Buddha, or the God of your persuasion, we finally have a lightweight, warm, and waterproof boot that also handles well on ice. Halle-snowday-lujah for the Teve Chair 5 boots. These babies have all the warmth you need for hiking, snowshoeing, or snowmobiling, thanks to the cozy 3M Thinsulate insulation,… read more >
Tripee is a portable fire that also functions as a barbecue. Do I really need to say more about this? We’re talking fire… to go. Put it on your deck, or in your yard, and put it in your car when you head out on that next road trip, but believe me when I say, you need this thing. It turns any outdoor space into a bonfire party instantly, with the added bonus of making your pyromaniac… read more >
Here to separate the men from the frat boys, is the ruggedly handsome, Tequila Buffet. This ingenious creation is handcrafted by master woodworker/artist Robert Lock, using beams of wormy chestnut wood, salvaged from old homes and barns in the Southern Appalachians. The American chestnut tree was all but wiped out by a fungus over a century ago, so not only … read more >
Because we love you man… here is a sweater to thrill and delight the crowds at your in-laws’ place this Christmas. A sweet sentiment from the “Angels With Dirty Faces” parody in “Home Alone 2” offers good festive cheer to all you meet, screaming, “MERRY CHRISTMAS YA FILTHY ANIMAL” in finely knitted uppercase. This comfortable (for you), 100% cotton sweater truly… read more >
Tasty waves need not apply… you can make some waves of your own with the incredible Waterwolf electronic surfboard. Now you don’t need to live near a world-class break in order to hang ten. Just head to your nearest lake or river and transform that sucker into Surfin’ USA. Part surfboard, part personal watercraft, the Waterwolf isn’t really designed for riding… read more >
I know you’re probably thinking you can just keep going and going all day and night. So let’s put that endurance to the test! Slap on a TomTom Runner Cardio, and you’ll be equipped with the most accurate way of measuring what your body is really capable of handling. Run and track your stats using the integrated GPS to precisely calculate your distance, pace, and … read more >
I’ve been looking to get my hands on a set of these for a while now. It’s the perfect home dumbbell set for when you’re too busy to make it to the gym. These Bowflex Adjustable dumbbells adjust from 5 to 52.5 pounds each, so unless you’re a bit of a hulk (like me), you should be able to get a decent workout in with these puppies alone. Just think… read more >
Yes, mornings are cruel, sadistic, and only made worse by fumbling with the snooze function on your iPhone or accidentally turning off the alarm altogether. It really makes you miss just pounding the hell out of the snooze button on your old alarm clock, doesn’t it? Thankfully, some people still hold to the idea that technology should make our lives better, so… read more >
The North Face Dome 2-Meter Dome Tent is no joke. Designed with Buckminster Fuller’s geodesic dome principle in mind to distribute stress and increase strength, this hemisphere-shaped tent is built for the extreme. It is the ultimate 8-person expedition tent and has been tried and tested in the Himalayas and Antarctica. The design and pole configuration… read more >
Pass the G Pen on the left-hand side. Even Bill Clinton would have inhaled if this is what is passed around the circle. The G Pen Vaporizer from Grenco Science makes it convenient and simple to puff, puff, and pass with a sleek style. Intended to be used with thick viscosity essential oils – ok, we’ll play along – the G Pen is perfect for all of your ‘essential oil’ smoking… read more >
What did you do this morning? Brewed a cup of coffee and saved a few lives? Now, that’s what I call a productive start to the day! Although you might be thinking that coffee is the principal life-sustaining source, you might be shocked to hear that it’s actually water. You may recognize the TOMS name as a philanthropic shoe enterprise; Buy a pair of their shoes, and… read more >
Amazingly, this telescope is a perfect choice for those of you who are into astronomy, as well as for those of you who couldn’t find Uranus if your life depended on it. No wonder it won Telescope.com’s “Telescope of the Year” for 2013. We’re warning you… reading about the NexStar 6SE Computerized Telescope is likely to cause intense desire because it’s a truly … read more >
Every man needs a Leatherman multi-tool. So I’m just gonna take the day off because this thing speaks for itself. Just have a look at what the Leatherman MUT has to offer… needle-nose pliers, regular pliers, replaceable wire cutters, stranded-wire cutters, electrical crimper, 420HC combo knife, saw, hammer, replaceable cutting hook, bolt … read more >
Okay, this thing really is absolutely amazing even if it does make you look a bit like one of the Teletubbies. But, we figure that as long as the rest of you isn’t all Teletubbied out, you should pull it off just fine, and regardless, just think of what you’re going to see… fish! I mean it’s not like you can just see fish anywhere, you need to go out and snorkel about for… read more >
There’s nothing like the smell of sizzling bacon in the morning. You know it, I know it, and so do the folks at J&D Foods, the company known for their line of bacon-inspired products (they also sell bacon-flavored envelopes and lip balm, among other things). For the low price of just $15, you can walk around all day knowing that you smell like everyone’s… read more >
If you really love coffee – not just a sleepy-morning-flailing-about-caffeine-fix – but the flavor, smell, and different roasts of really good coffee, then you need to know about Stumptown Coffee Roasters. A great story always goes well with a cup of Joe and Stumptown has one. The founder started it all by handing over his life savings for a 1920’s era, 5 kg, cast… read more >
They call Cards Against Humanity a party game for horrible people. It’s that and so much more. Offensive, hilarious, and just as awkward as running into your hot step-sister in a back room at your local strip club, this game is a party delight. Hop over to the website to check it out. You can pay full price for it, or, of you’re an asshole, the guys who … read more >
Ahhh, there’s nothing like the smell of a freshly funded Kickstarter project to get the money burning a hole in your pocket. Speaking of which, if you, like us, have had enough of your laptop burning up your balls, check out the new, Slate Mobile AirDesk, hand-built in Arizona. These guys have a killer idea and most people we know would like to get their hands on this.… read more >
It’s cargo pants meets the perfect backpack, in a seat cover. What, you want more? The name Smittybilt has been known for innovative truck and SUV accessories since 1956 and their new G.E.A.R. Seat Covers don’t disappoint. These rugged-looking covers are tough, though the actual seat part does give your tender parts a little extra plush comfort. They come in… read more >
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