Trefecta DRT Aluminum E-Bike Hits 43MPH
Let’s go ahead and get the bad news out of the way. $25,000! There. Done with that. Now, on to the good stuff. The Trefecta DRT Electric Bike starts off with a military grade (whatever that means) aluminum frame, a SmeshGear (huh?) transmission, a 14-speed Rohlof Speedhub, and a huge 4-kW motor. All of this […]
Ubiquiti Labs Amplifi Router Claims No More Deadspots
Finally a simple router that will eliminate Wi-Fi dead spots. The Ubiquiti Labs Amplifi Router ($150) utilizes multiple self-configuring radios and an advanced antenna technology to get better wireless range. Setup is easy, built-in diagnostics and tracking, and even smartphone app for management. That alone is great, but where this router really shines is with […]
Nike Shoebox Secret Safe
Hiding your things from crackhead criminals is nothing new. We have safes disguised as clocks, books, water bottles, and shaving cream. Why not a Nike shoebox safe? The Nike Shoebox safe is made of 5MM folded steel and a cam lock. Not sure of pricing or availability yet.
Farmbot Genesis
This gardening robot can plant, maintain, and nourish a home garden with perfect efficiency. It plants the seeds, checks the water levels, waters, feeds, and even hunts and kills weeds. Not only is the Farmbot Genesis open source, it also comes with a software/app that allow for drag and drop farming. You can layout your […]
Sink Twice Transforms Your Toilet Lid Into A Sink
This Sink Twice ($99) gadget installs in 5 minutes and converts your toilet lid into a sink. The idea is that you shouldn’t be using clean water to flush your toilets as the water is just going down the drain. Makes sense, I guess. SinkTwice fits on your toilet lid, turning it into a touch-free […]
Pakayak Is A Kayak That Shrinks To Backpack Size
Ever wanted to hike to a remote spot and they bust out your kayak for a quick paddle? Imagine being able to get to private beaches, lakes, and rivers where most folks can’t take their kayaks. Well that is one of the uses for the Pakayak which currently lives on Kickstarter. The Pakayak is not just […]
Readymade Hostage Escape Survival Credit Card Tool
I realize things have gotten a bit more hostage’y in the last several years. With that said, I am not sure there is quite the need for a hostage escape tool just yet. But there is one on the market. Perfect for the guy or gal who plans for everything (while watching MacGyver on TV). […]
Withings Body Cardio Scale
There are smart scales and there is the ‘smartest’ scale. The Withings Body Cardio Scale ($180) might just be the smartest scale on the market today. The scale pairs with your smartphone via the Withings app and has an impressive list of data it can measure. Here are a few of the items the Withings […]
Gerber Short Stack AR-15 Maintenance Tool
If you have an AR-15 you really need to get your hands on the Gerber Short Stack AR-15 Maintenance Tool ($30). It is so tiny that it fits inside of the Magpul, MOE, and MIAD pistol grips. It can perform 15 cleaning and maintenance functions. Heck, it is even made in Portland, Oregon. The Short Stack’s […]
Olympus Tough TG-Tracker Camera
The latest Olympus “tough” camera has just hit the market. The Olympus Tough TG-Tracker Camera ($350) is not your average action camera, it comes packed full of sensors. Some sensors on the Olympus Tough TG-Tracker Camera include a barometric pressure sensor, an electronic compass, a GPS, an accelerometer, and a temperature sensor. The 204º f/2.0 lens and […]