How would you like to cook your weenies on a stove that takes up less room in your pack than your trail map? Or your weenies, for that matter (insert your favorite “size” joke here kids). Specifically created with the ultralight backpacker in mind, the innovative, Vertex Ultralight Backpacking Stove assembles from a small, flat pack in seconds and provides full… read more >
You know, there was nothing wrong with your own beloved slingshot, until now. There’s just no un-seeing the Survival Slingshot. Their slogan is “Bring a tool, not a toy!” further shaming everyone with a formerly, perfectly good slingshot. Damn, those rocket scientists! That’s right. The dude who invented this amazing thing is an aerospace engineer. Now you… 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 >
We may just be California dreamin’, but for surfers coast to coast from the Jersey shore to Huntington Beach, where there’s a will, there’s a wave. And for those who love their board as much as they love the swells, we bring you this meticulously crafted Surf Grooming Kit. This is the most sophisticated surfboard maintenance kit on the market, so if you use your … 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 >
Think all suits are the same? Think again. The Indochino Nanotech Storm Suit makes classic menswear high-tech with its many innovative features. The interior of the jacket is outfitted with a protective plastic sleeve that allows you to use the touchscreen on your smartphone. A hole in the jacket makes it possible to feed your earbuds through the material, … read more >
You’ve hit the mother of all waves… and, of course, no one was around to see. Don’t let your wave-riding efforts go unnoticed! Get ready to revolutionize your surfing experience. You’re gonna be so stoked about this… like, totally, dude. RipCurl introduces the first of its kind, a GPS watch designed specifically for surfers. Strap on your ankle cuff tether, … read more >
We’ve all seen those shaky POV videos your uncle posted on YouTube from last year’s family ski trip, so if you’re going to make something equally shitty, don’t buy one of these. If, on the other hand, you want to film something worthwhile (personally, I’m a sucker for naked shark diving vids), then go pick yourself up a GoPro Hero… read more >
Wakeboard dudes, get your motors running for the very sweet MasterCraft XStar. MasterCraft has been a recognized world leader in inboard boats for over 45 years. The company calls this beauty a “game changer” and says every towboat on the water gets compared to this one while insisting there is no comparison. We believe them. First of all, this thing looks like… read more >
If you’ve never heard of the award-winning LifeStraw, what rock have you been under? It won Time magazine’s “Best Invention of 2005” and Forbes has said that LifeStraw is one of the ten things that will change the way we live. High praise and so true, pay attention here. LifeStraw was originally designed to offer clean water to people in developing countries and… read more >
If there is one thing I NEVER seem to have on me when I need it, it’s one of my awesome multi-purpose tools. The Tool Logic Survival Card 2 is definitely one I wish I had on me more often. This is an ultra-light tool for your wallet, pocket, backpack, car, or drawer at home. It comes complete with a compass, magnesium alloy fire starter, a 1-inch razor sharp serrated… read more >
Sometimes bigger isn’t always better. Yeah, right. You keep telling yourself that. But, in the case of Escape, it’s actually true. Live in luxury like the backwoods king you really are. All of the comforts of modern living, in a compact, efficient and portable cabin. Remember, it’s not the size of the cabin, it’s what you do with it that matters. At just under 400… read more >
As a youngster, I spent many afternoons shooting my homemade slingshot at cans and targets. Now, as an “adult” some would say, I often still get the urge to pull back the bands of a slingshot whenever I see one. When I saw the Y-Shot Slingshot by Montie Gear, my love for the small hand-powered projectile weapon came back immediately. It looks awesome… read more >
Attention Men of Purpose… your next amazing challenge has arrived and it blows the doors off of those “boat in a bottle” kits. Why not build your own full-size, freakin’ ten-foot sailboat this month? Really… it’s not like you have something better to do and this is a project that ends in a real, sea-worthy sailboat – built by you. Those are some bragging rights with… read more >
We’re feeling a lot of love for the creator of this uber-smart, ultra-thin Collapsible Camp Stove. Envisioned by the founder during his “annual solo walkabout in the northern Minnesota wilderness”, it’s created to run on renewable fuels like wood and alcohol and is also suitable for subzero temperatures if you muster up the cojones to go winter camping. A great… read more >
More power, with less work for you. That’s what this perfect little hatchet is all about. This design won the International Red Dot “best of the best” product design award in its category and it really lives up to its extreme performance claims. A virtually unbreakable hatchet you can really count on, it’s the perfect size to strap on your pack and use to clear brush,… read more >
I have a close friend who actually believes he is part super-hero so I hope he doesn’t see this unbelievable piece of technology. The team over at Jetlev have fine-tuned their water-propelled jetpack so while you may not be able to fight off evil villains like Ironman, you can have a hell of a lot of fun. Jetlev Technologies says most people can learn to fly… 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 >
Imagine the ability to walk on snow like never before. To bound across the surface with an incredibly natural walking style. Talk about freedom and the sudden desire for an extreme weekend adventure! Leave it to the Norwegians to bring high-tech to snowshoes. These are so cool that they even make those guys who usually stay home and mate with their couch all winter… read more >
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