Category Archives: Gizmos and Gadget

Garrett AT Pro Field Tested Review With Tips and Tricks

I’ve been metal detecting for a while now and I love it.  I love everything about it.  I love researching sites to hunt.  I love talking to home owners about their history and the history of the location.  And I love being outdoors and digging up history from the ground.  All aspects of this hobby … Continue reading

Rubber Band Gatling Gun for Big Kids

Okay, let’s get right to the point – this thing is expensive.  Like $500 expensive.  So, let’s glory in expensive contraptions.  The rubber band gatling gun is one bad, er, toy.

Gyrobike Gyroscopic Training Wheels

Mark this up to another, “Why didn’t I think of this?” idea.  Gyrobike is a training bike for the little tikes.  It takes the bad habits out of old training wheels, by replacing it with a gyroscopic wheel that helps them get going.

Monty Python Ministry of Silly Walks Watch

This watch is a constant reminder to the totally slapstick skit from Monty Python.  The silly walk is reenacted with every movement of the legs.  What a clever idea – and you will totally stand out wearing it!

Marion HyperSub Submersible Powerboat

I really like going to the lake.  It affords a peace that is unrivalled.  But, I have to admit, I would throw that away for a chance to ride in the Marion HyperSub.  Just look at that thing.  It’s like Bond’s day at the beach.

Polar CS500 Cycling Computer

Cyclers are a hard core bunch.  That’s why Polar has come out with a hard core cycling computer – the CS500.  It will do everything except ride the bike for you.

Apple iPad iCade Arcade Cabinet

You know, I don’t get all the hype around the iPad.  True, I didn’t around the iPhone either.  It’s not that I don’t think they are neat devices, but I tend to be a hesitant adopter.  Just to be clear, I also don’t get the bashers of those devices.  I also didn’t really want an … Continue reading

Flaming Balls of Death

I loooooooove destructive projects that involve dangerous and hazardous materials.  Feast your eyes on the potato and fireball canon.  These crazy nutsjobs at Monkeybase (Norway) have created a weapon that will be envied by the world of men and boys everywhere.  Me wantie.

Sleeping Coat Inflates Your Sleeping Experience

I usually don’t post about concept items, but I like one.  The inflatable sleeping coat could revolutionize your campouts or college experience.

LED Gloves Make Work Enlightening

You know there are times, places, and circumstances when you just wish you had a flashlight.  Well, there are handful of interesting LED gloves out there and they are surprisingly well priced.