Mission One Electric Motorcycle Sets Electric Land-Speed Record
We have brought you electric motorcycles in the past (even the Mission One) but it looks like the electric motorcycles are finally ready for prime time. Typically electric motorcycles had limited range and limited speed… the Mission One has a top speed of 161mph and a range of 150 miles per charge… Nice. Read on […]
After Office Tie – Neck Tie With A Bottle Opener
I don’t have to wear a time to do my job, thank God, but this neck tie sure makes it tempting. The “after office tie” designed by Sinapsis Studio in Argentina would sell well as a gag gift if nothing else. Reminds me of the Reef Flip Flops with built in bottle openers.
Brando U-Tube Portable i-Speaker
Not sure if the sound quality, or even the portability of this novel design… but it looks neat. The USB u-tube i-speaker is basically a u-shaped speaker with built-in lithium ion batteries and an 1/8″-inch audio jack so you can play your iPod, MP3, MP4, MD, CD player, notebook, etc… – U-Tube design – Volume […]
Leica M9
The famous Leica Rangefinder camera in a digital format… the Leica M9. The Leica M9 (£4,850; roughly $8,075) is the world’s first full-frame Leica digital rangefinder, and also the world’s smallest full-frame camera, period. It boasts an 18 megapixel, full-frame 24 x 36mm sensor, full compatibility with Leica’s M lenses, ISO from 80 to 2500, […]
ebay – 1999 CanAir Hovercraft For Sale $125,000
Starting at $125,000, on ebay, you could be the proud owner of a Canair Hovercraft. The Hovercraft is powered by twin Honda engines and features a fly-by-wire drive control system. More pictures after the break.
Borderless LED TV, The LG SL9000
LG released their flagship LED TV, the LG SL9000. It’s claim to fame is the borderless, or frameless, design which gives you (42 to 47 inches) viewing pleasure from end-to-end with no frame. Read on for details and specs.
Chinese Inventor Builds Personal Submarine For Under $5,000
Tao Xiangli, a Chinese inventor, has made his very own submarine for only 30,000 yuan ($4,385). The project took about two years and uses electric motors/propellers, has a periscope, and a depth control tank. Another picture of him in action after the break.
Charge Your iPhone With Pedal Power From Your Bike – BioLogic FreeCharge
The BioLogic FreeCharge will charge your iPod or iPhone from your bike pedaling. The unit will actually charge anything that charges off of USB. The device costs about $100 and is actually a dyno powered battery pack with USB port. Or you could just get a solar panel. [Via]
HandyCooler Personal Air Conditioner
Technically this is more of a swamp cooler than an air conditioner… but who really cares… it cools you down. The HandyCooler Personal Air Conditioner looks like a Sony Camcorder but is a mini cooling unit. The device uses a damp sponge and a fan to lower the air temp by as much as 25 […]
Eton FR350 Self-Powered Radio
Considering our federal and state governments can’t seem to balance a check book, let alone a budget… might be a good idea to have some survival gear around. You know some water… food… and an Eton FR350 hand crank radio. You can find it here for cheap. Eton Self-Powered Water-Resistant AM/FM/Shortwave Radio Built-In White LED […]