20, Jul 2012
Blue Desert SmarTube Hydration System

Don't get me wrong, the Camelbak system is great and is almost irreplaceable for certain treks.  With that said, sometimes you just want a water bottle, of your choice, with a really long straw.  Enter the Blue Desert SmarTube Hydration System, it is more advanced than a long straw but…

20, Jul 2012
Holy Smoke – These Guys Will Put Your Loved Ones Cremated Remains In A Shotgun Shell

Two state law enforcement officers were sitting around stinking drunk were discussing burial vs. cremation and decided to make a business out of putting dead folks cremated remains into bullet loads. Founders quote: My friend  smiled and said “You know I’ve thought about this for some time and I want…

19, Jul 2012
Don’t Want To Brush Your Teeth? Chew On A Rolly

At first glance it looks like something you would see in a vending machine at a gas station bathroom.  I know, yuck.  Nope, this one goes in your mouth as a supplement to brushing your teeth. If you can't manage to brush your teeth twice a day (for at least…

19, Jul 2012
Small Japanese Village Switches To Solar Power

As you might imagine, the folks in Japan are a bit gun shy when it comes to nuclear power.  The Fukushima nuclear disaster is still fresh on their minds. A very small village, Sanno in Hyogo Prefectrue, with a population of just 42 people is going all-in with solar power. …

19, Jul 2012
Faraday Porteur Bicycle

Now this is a well built bike.  The Faraday Porteur Bike looks great and manages to sneak batteries, lights, and a motor in without most even noticing.  The Faraday Porteur has lithium ion batteries hidden inside the bike frame, a cool e-ink battery gauge, and LED headlights and taillights that…

18, Jul 2012
Cardboard And Plywood Hydrogen Car Wins Design Award

The car pictured above is made of cardboard, plywood, and a bit of metal and can fold flat package for shipping.  Why does that matter?  Because it costs a bunch of money and energy to ship traditional vehicles to their destinations.  This lightweight recently won the Eco-Design award at Shell's…

17, Jul 2012
FLIR Scout PS32 Thermal Vision Scope

For some reason the Red Ryder BB Gun and night vision have always been high on my need want to have list.  There is just something amazing about having the superhuman ability to see in the dark.  This version uses FLIR or thermal imaging to see heat so you can…

16, Jul 2012
Kenguru Wheelchair Friendly Electric Car

Love this kind of technology, a green car which is good for the environment and it makes life easier for those in wheelchairs.  This Kenguru Car is driven directly from a wheelchair and is accessible via a rear tailgate system.  Another cool feature of this wheelchair friendly car is that…

15, Jul 2012
Logitech G19 Programmable Gaming Keyboard With LCD Monitor

The Logitech G19 keyboard isn't exactly new, but it is still a very cool keyboard whether you are a gamer or not.  Some features that I like are the built-in LCD monitor, the backlit keys (you can pick between several colors), the programmable keys with macros, and the two USB…