February 22, 2010
A sword cane isn't exactly practical anymore, that doesn't mean I still don't want one.
Sword Demon has a number of great looking canes, with everything from the wolf's head pictured here, to more traditional wooden headed hook canes. Here's the details about this one:
This gentleman cane is a classic creation for the sword cane enthusiast. Engineered for heavy duty use and guaranteed to last a lifetime. This fully functional piece is uniquely designed with a cast aluminum handle providing a sturdy grip for those evening strolls. The 21 1/2 blade is constructed from 420 stainless steel and features a razor sharp edge. The blade slides smoothly into a black aluminum shaft designed for an elegant appearance. 35 overall
You can check all of them out, and a large number of other swords they have, at the Sword Demon site HERE.
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February 1, 2010
I think this is a great idea. Not sure how much of a range it has with only a maximum of three hour flight time, but it's still better than driving. Here's the details:
The E430 is a twin seat, single engine, LSA class aircraft designed to be simple to use, easy to fly and with virtually zero vibration, it's very smooth.
Low noise, no emissions, no fuel, extremely low maintenance and best of all. . . . . it’s environmentally friendly.
Electric flight, once seen as futuristic, has arrived and with E430’s flight times of between 1.5 and 3 hours (depending on configuration) electric flight now becomes a realistic power source for sport aviation. Charging times of 3 hours for as little as $5 make electric a really low cost way to fly and with only 2 main moving parts in the motor (the bearings) the reliability and maintenance are like nothing seen before.
Add to that the delight of smooth, quiet powered flight or silent using its 25:1 glide ratio - the E430 is in a class of its own.
You can read more about it, watch some videos, and so on at the web site HERE.
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January 25, 2010
This is a great idea, but I'm not sure that I would actually wear one. Mostly just because it looks like your ready for a chemical attack of some sort, rather than just trying to keep warm.
The mask's main function is helping you breathe in cold weather. The mask makes the air that you breathe in 40°– 60°F higher than the outside temperature. It also helps protect your head from the cold, keeps moisture away from your face, and has enough space in the mask for a hydration tube and/or a headset and mic.
The mask is $80, which seems like a pretty decent price to me. You can grab one over at the Talus Outdoor site HERE.
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January 21, 2010
The jetpack is pretty impressive. It has a range of 31.5 miles, at a maximum speed of 63mph. You can get it up to a height of 8000ft, and is considered an ultralight, so you don't need a pilot's license.
The jetpack has a natural degree of stability. In fact the aircraft is so stable, that one of the confidence building exercises trainee pilots try is to “let go” of the controls and fly “hands free”. When they do this the aircraft stops and maintains a stable hover.
The Martin Jetpack is also equipped with a 'Ballistic Parachute'. If something happens, the pilot pulls a toggle and a small propellant (similar to one used in a car airbag) is fired rapidly deploying a parachute. The pilot, Jetpack and parachute descend as one.
There hasn't been a cost announced for the jetpack, but you can guess it's probably going to be pretty pricey. You can check out video of the jetpack in action, and get more information about it, over at the website HERE.
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November 16, 2009
I'm not sure that this case would really live up to it's name. Pretty sure someone needs to buy one, and see how much it can stand. Here's the details on it from the site:
This briefcase is made of high-density ABS/polycarbonate–the same material used in bulletproof glass–that withstands 250 lb./ft. of force, providing unrivaled protection for business items. The 2.6mm-thick, scratch-resistant shell flexes to absorb the force of impact and snaps back to its original shape, thwarting cracks or dents. Despite its exceptional strength, the impervious briefcase weighs only 3 lbs., resulting in a piece that is both durable and easy to carry.
You can check it out HERE.
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May 25, 2009
This is a really good idea, if a little bit expensive. Here's the details from the site:
Our new shirt concept lets you compose your own tailored shirts to the extent that you can put any piece of fabric on almost any part of your shirt. You will do this using our interactive shirt model. The ShirtsMyWay Experience lets you design truly original men's shirts as you get to decide every detail following an easy step-by-step guide. Think of the shirts that are delivered to your home as your very own "designer shirts". You have the option to design classic dress shirts or eclectic fusions. You can combine a variety of colors such as white, black, blue, brown, or pink to create vibrant dress shirts that might even become "fashion shirts". With our user friendly design panel, you can quickly customize the collar, cuffs, buttons, buttonholes, monogram, and many more details. Whether you are thinking of words like oxford, cotton, plain, striped, french cuff, button down, slim fit, long sleeve, short sleeve, formal, or business shirts, they all match our style spectrum.
The shirts start at $65, and go up from there depending on what you do to it. You can hit the site HERE and start your own personal creation.
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May 8, 2009
The Ithaa, which means pearl in Dhivehi, is a restaurant that was built 15 feet under the water. Up to 14 patrons can dine under the transparent acrylic roof that offers a 270° panoramic view of the surrounding coral reef.
The restaurant is located at the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, and the Maldavian-Western Fusion entrees cost between $120 and $250 USD.
I really doubt I'll ever be anywhere near the Maldives anytime soon, but this has to go on the list of things I want to do one time in life.
You can read some more about it, check out more pictures, and read about how it was built over at Luxuo HERE.
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April 30, 2009
This is a pretty cool little tool. It's machined from solid 6AL-4V titanium billet, and has a number of uses. From the site:
The TAD Gear B.R.A.T.T. is precision made in the USA from solid 6AL-4V titanium billet. A very robust 0.25" thick and about 3" long, this highly versatile pocket mini-tool goes where your EDC pocket knife cannot. "B.e R.eady A.lways" for those little daily tasks and chores that pop during your day.
Save your blade for cutting, use this handy little tool for everything else that your day might throw at you. Use it to pry open paint cans, pull up a troublesome nail on your deck, tighten up a loose screw, fine tune the pivot of your favorite Strider folder, or pop the top off your favorite bottle of beer or soda pop. This versatile and proprietary design makes this a clever last ditch self defense impact device as well. Simply wear this over your middle finger, make a fist, and voila. We had a little fun too and added a dimple on the backside to create a face. TAD Gear B.R.A.T.T. makes a great key chain fob, slips into any pocket, will become another one of your new TAD Gear EDC favorites.
You can check it out at the TAD Gear site HERE.
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April 20, 2009
This would be something cool to have in your pocket, even though I doubt you'll ever need to stab someone with it. Here's details of the pen from the site:
TDP-1 (Tactical Defense Pen): This pen was designed with the military and law enforcement communities in mind. One end is pointed, which could be used as a very effective defense tool while the other end is blunt and could be used as a control device. The aircraft grade aluminum body with type 3 anodizing give this pen a very tough and reliable construction. Not only is this pen designed to be used as a defense tool and writing instrument but it also has a very attractive appearance and can also be used as a PDA stylus or pen. Allen Elishewitz who is better known as a world-class knifemaker and designer, has spent most of his life practicing martial arts and trained in several countries. This background enabled him to design the proper tactical defense pen for these extreme situations.
The pens are $89, but unless you lose it, it sounds like it could last forever. They also come in six different colors. You can check them out at the Mil-Tac site HERE.
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April 9, 2009
The Chariot was created for use by amputees and others who have difficulty standing. The basic technology looks like the same thing as a Segway, but the user actually wears the device, and controls it though subtle movements of the lower torso and hips.
It has a small base, so the user can get into most spaces, or up close to something such as a table or counter. It's battery powered and has a top speed of around 12 miles per hour.
The company that created it, Exmovere, also says that future versions will integrate Exmovere's proprietary vital sign sensors, environmental and ground clearance sensors, wireless and cellular connectivity. There's also a planed modification that would allow users to switch from a standing to a seated position.
No information when they will be available, how much one will cost. There is an Exmovere homepage, HERE, but at the moment it just has a "coming soon" page up.
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