Snakeproofing...

If you're wandering in a snake infested area, you might like to do a little snake proofing. The 'SnakeGuardZ' leg covers should do the trick. They will stop a 12 gauge shotgun blast at 20 yards. Not recommended. Just use them for snakes. Cost: about 70 USD.






Available from Ben Meadows:
www.benmeadows.com

Drop top...

September 15, Maserati will be premiering a new convertible at the Frankfurt Auto Show. The 'GranCabrio' is a stretched 2 door that will seat four people comfortably. It will be powered by the same 4.7 liter V8 engine that powers the GranTourismo S. Cost: TBA.






New Release from Maserati:
www.maserati.com

Pork Barrel...

There are some products you might purchase because the name makes you laugh. 'Tactical Bacon'. Bacon in a can. Enough said. Cost: about 16 USD.




Details from Think Geek:
www.thinkgeek.com

Stick it...

Being able to throw a blade is a very handy skill to have. Here's a quick tutorial to give you the basics on throwing blades. Enjoy responsibly.





How to Throw a Knife via the Danger Room:
howto.wired.com/wiki/Throw_a_Knife

Shell casing...

Sportsmen who enjoy a good cigar can keep eleven of their favorites in this: the 'Shotgun Shell Humidor'. This over sized 12 Gauge shell opens at the bottom to reveal a humidor. Cost: 115 USD from the Beretta Gallery.






The Beretta Gallery online store:
www.berettausa.com

Hard to reach...

Here's a little help getting to those places that might be a bit troublesome - the 'Wilcraft'. An off-road vehicle that's lightweight - having the ground pressure of a person walking - making it excellent for working in frozen areas. This workhorse has 11 inches of ground clearance and can carry up to 250 kg of gear. Cost: about 10,500 - depending on the optional configuration.





Details and configurations via Wilcraft:
www.thewilcraft.com

See you later...

If you're thinking of accessorizing - Tom Ford has an idea or two... He's made a line of ultra luxe alligator travel pieces. Hand crafted in Italy, these will certainly make a statement. Cost: 65,000 USD for the set, or pieces sold separately as well (really, you don't need the gloves)





Read a bit more via JustLuxe:
www.justluxe.com

Putting on the kettle...

'Kettle Bells' are an old school version of dumb bells. Here's a new spin on an old favorite: 'Adjustable Kettle Bells'. Same shape - but you can change out the weights. Brought to you by another classic - Joe Weider. Cost: 99 or 199, depending on the maximum weight.






Adjustable Kettle Bells from Joe Weider:
www.getpowerbell.com

Remote control...

What does a control room look like during a Predator strike? Follow the link to watch the video. Amazing and slightly disturbing in it's clinical precision. On the plus side, no one is snacking while piloting.




Predator drone control room via Military.com and Defensetech:
www.defensetech.org

Small wonder...

if you're looking for that perfect pistol to slip into your smoking jacket pocket, consider this: the 'Kel-Tec P-3AT'. Weighing in at a mere 8.3 Oz., this locked breech double action .380 won't clunk around in your pocket while mixing drinks.






More details from perhaps the world's ugliest website:
www.kel-tec-cnc.com/p3at.htm

Bushido Briefs..

Now you can express you samurai spirit with your under garment choice - these modern luxe briefs are based on designs of samurai armor. Cost: 143 USD.







Available via the Japan Trend Shop:
www.japantrendshop.com

Fire Box...

If you're getting ready for fall, you might consider a new and portable fireplace as an option. The 'Malle a Feu' is a portable trunk that contains a bio-ethanol fire reflected by mirror. A very funky home addition. Cost: 5,395 USD.







Translated from the lefeunomades site:
www.lefeunomade.com

You're glowing...

Scientists using extremely sensitive cameras have figured out something startling - people glow. Literally.








Quick read via Geekologie:
www.geekologie.com

Leaf Blower...

What's fashionable in the Unmanned Arial Vehicle world this year? Using the 'coanda effect' (air flowing over curved surfaces) to make tiny space ship looking aircraft. The company AESIR is make these tiny UFO's for all kinds of purposes...





Information and videos via AESIR:
www.aesir-uas.com

Kicking it old school...

The folks at Lineaus Athletic Co. are making old school gear that you might just be passing on to your grandchildren. Made of chrome tanned leather - these punching bags, medicine bags and rugby balls will last for quite some time. Cost: about 250 USD






Details and contact for Lineaus Athletic:
www.lineausathletic.com

A New Pony...

In a few weeks, Ferrari will debut the new '458 italia' at the Frankfurt Autoshow. The replacement for the very successful F430 will be sporting a mid-rear mounted 4.5 liter V8 that produces 570HP. a seven speed dual clutch gearbox, and a new look - thanks to the Pininfarina design group. Cost: TBA.





The nicely put together site of Ferrari:
www.ferrari.com

Strong like Bull...

Whisky does not have to be a complicated thing. 'Black Bull' is a whiskey that's 50 percent malt and 50 percent grain - and 100 proof. Then it's aged for 30 years. It's that simple. Cost: about 200 USD - first bottling will be limited to 600.






Black Bull Whiskey:
www.blackbullwhisky.com

Cyber Paparazzi...

The next time you have a party, you won't have to take time out of your busy schedule to take photos. The 'Sony Party-Shot' is an automated base for your DSC-WX1 or DSC-TX1 camera. It can swivel and tilt to a 24 degree angle - and auto detect faces. Cost: about 150 USD. Available in September.







Sony Party-Shot News Release:
sony.com

Lucky Seven...

There's a new safety option for the 7 Series BMW's - the '7 Series High Security'. Standards in the new series include bullet proof glazed windows, amour, and of course, high performance in spite of all the extra weight. Other options include fire suppression, backup lighting, and a center console machine gun case.





Details and news release via World Car Fans:
www.worldcarfans.com

Party like Kublai Khan...

The gents at Urbane Nomads have an idea for your next outing: A Kublai Khan style trek complete with horseback falconry hunting. The luxury trek will include luxury yurts, private chefs, butlers and anything else you might want while wandering Mongolia. The final leg will include tracking reindeers with researchers in Northern Mongolia. Cost: about 2 Million USD.






Outlandish adventures via Urbane Nomads:
urbanenomads.com

Getting High...

James Mays (one of the host of TV's 'Top Gear') had a bit of an encounter with a U2 spy plane. Grab a bowl of popcorn an settle in to watch him go suborbital.

Layering...

If you need to find stuff buried in walls, you might want to get a hold of one of these: the Milwaukee Tools 'Sub Scanner M12'. This hand held device can scan through six inches of concrete and report the location and depth of various materials - wood, PVC, and metal... Cost: about 300 USD.






www.milwaukeetool.com

Foreign Legion Re-Launch...

The boots used by the French Foreign Legion in the 1940's - Palladiums - are making a bit of a comeback. Three new lightweight boots will be shipping - perfect for warm weather exploring. About 55 - 100 USD.







Palladium Boots:
www.palladiumboots.com

Who ya gonna call?

If you pad isn't really quite up to spec, and you live in the New York area - there's help available. The folks at 'Sexy Bachelor Pad' will do in home consulting to help you figure out where things have gone so terribly wrong. Let's hope for franchises in other cities as well.



The homesite of 'Sexy Bachelor Pad':
www.sexybachelorpad.com

Personal Sputnik...

If you're having trouble getting the normal satellites to provide information, you finally have a low cost personal option. Starting next year, you'll be able to get a personal satellite for the low introductory price of 8,000 USD. Contact 'Interorbital Systems' for more details. You'll be tracking caribou and spying on your neighbors in no time





Details and link via PopSci:
www.popsci.com

Pet the Hologram...

The smart people at the University of Tokyo have been playing around with holograms. Sometimes literally. In this short vid - you can see some of the forced feedback using soundwaves - to give a tactile feedback to interacting with holograms.

Dune...

If you're spending some quality time in the deep sands, you might be interested in this: 'The Sand X Bike'. Made by Platune, this off road vehicle can carry a hefty payload very quickly over the sand. It can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 2.8 seconds.





The Sand X Bike from Platune:
www.myplatune.com

Bubbles...

The fastest submerged vehicles travel at 25 to 30 knots these days. There's a new technology being tested called 'Supercavitation' , basically a big bubble that reduces the friction around the hull of the submarine. If it works, a 100 knot submarine could be the result.






Fast mini-sub tech via popsci:
www.popsci.com

Hybrid Yachting...

If you're concerned about the carbon footprint of your super yacht - the 'Soliloquy' is the yacht for you. The sleek, futuristic 190 footer is to be powered by a combination of wind, solar, and hybrid technology.




Drawings and video via Automotto:
www.automotto.org

Pressing issues...

How to do a proper press up (push up)? Here we have the ultimate guide from 'The Art of Manliness'. An astounding 35 variations on this basic staple of everyone's fitness routine.






Perfect Push Ups from The Art of Manliness:
www.artofmanliness.com