Duking it out...

The chaps at GuySpeed.com have 'Seven Things You Should Know About Bare Knuckle Boxing'.





Bare Knuckle by GuySpeed:
guyspeed.com

To the hunt...

German gun manufacturer Blaser has partnered with Land Rover to build the 'Blaser Land Rover Edition'. Kitted out for hunting, the edition features rear flood lights, gun storage, easy roof access, and many other tweaks to make it forest ready. Limited addition to be sold in Germany only Cost: about 64,000 USD




Details via 'Truck Trend':
www.trucktrend.com

Throw away...

The latest trend in robotics seems to be the 'tactical thrown robot' - small robots tossed into a situation used to recon an area. Case in point, the 'SCORP' - the newest from Swiss manufacturer Novatiq. The tiny bot can climb stairs and slink under small objects. It can be fitted with a variety of add ons and small payloads.





All about the SCORP via Novatiq:
www.novatiq.com

Brute force...

Sometimes simpler is better. The Brute Force 'Sand Bags' are exactly what they sound like - big sand bags used for fitness training. Durable material with inner linings to keep things from getting messy. Cost: 99 USD





Training gear from Brute Force:
www.bruteforcesandbags.com

Looking ahead...

Coming soon - a whole new type of 'reactive lighting'. Imagine lighting that can adjust to the ambient condition and distance you're working in. The 'NAO Headlamp' does exactly that. Expected Cost: 175 USD






Info and video demo via Petzl:
www.petzl.com/en/outdoor/headlamp/nao

Near and dear...

Perfect for stashing a couple of valuables, the 'SeV Travel Boxers' have a pair of hidden pockets. Cost: 20 USD.


SeV via ScotteVest:
www.scottevest.com/v3_store/Travel-Boxers.shtml

Showoff...

It's a shame to hide that special auto - the people at EcoSpace Studios have an idea: 'The AutoSpace'. The eco-friendly garage is one part storage, the other part showroom. Cost: ranges based on model





The 'AutoSpace' by EcoSpace Studios:
www.ecospacestudios.com/autospace

Reincarnated..

The gents at Deus Customs in Australia have done it again - this time by recycling a Harley Sportster into the 'Bald Terrier 1200'. Just the thing for your next adventure.





The Bald Terrier 1200 via Deus Customs:
au.deuscustoms.com/motorcycle/baldterrier

Pocket protectors...

The New York police department is working on a technology to scan people for weapons. Working with the US Department of Defense, they've been testing a mobile unit for some time. Their goal is to be able to scan from as far away as 80 feet, looking for guns.





Read more about it via 'The Gothamist':
gothamist.com

Silver Bullet...

A 28 oz. Bullet shaped cocktail shaker made by Metrokane that costs only 25 USD? Perfect.




Available from 'Rabbit and Friends:
www.rabbitandfriends.com/4500.html

Ghost hunter...

The US Navy is working on a new platform for hunting pirates - 'The Ghost'. The jet powered shallow water craft is intended to speed along using 'super cavitation' to reduce the drag of it's pontoon hulls. The central hull suspended in the air can accommodate a variety of weapons (torpedos, gatling guns, lasers, etc) all while looking very menacing.




Read more about it via The Danger Room:
www.wired.com

How interesting...

Surprisingly good advice from Forbes magazine on 'How to be Interesting' - in 10 Simple Steps.






How to be Interesting - via Forbes:
www.forbes.com

Party clothes...

A new twist on a seldom seen classic - 'The Smoking Jacket'. All but extinct these days, the company BetaBrand is bringing the glamor back with their line of reversible jackets. Comes in a variety of colors and linings - with details like skull buttons. They also make a 'drinking jacket' - with a special flask pocket.






The modern Smoking Jacket via BetaBrand:
www.betabrand.com

Tour guide...

'Keep Out! Top Secret Places Don't Want You to Know About' is a new book by Nick Redfern. It describes all sorts of places where (allegedly) world governments are stashing things - ranging from biological warfare, to mind control and underground bunkers full of UFO's. Cost: about 15 USD




Keep Out! - details and order via New Page Books (also available via Amazon):
www.newpagebooks.com/?section=home&product_id=503

Dress appropriately...

There's a new option for camouflage - custom design. A company called 'Special Operations Apps' has special software that can custom make a pattern for very specific operations location. Yes, there is literally an App for that.






Custom camouflage via Special Operations Apps:
specialoperationsapps.com

Trainers...

Coming up for bid - a jet fighter trainer. The venerable 'Fouga CM 170 Magister' fighter jet trainer would make an excellent commuter plane. Estimated Cost: 60,000 EUR



Full specifications and auction details from Artcurial:
www.artcurial.com

Digital safe...

Anyone looking to stash some data might consider the 'ioSafe Solo G3'. Fireproof, waterproof, and silent - it's available in 1 to 3 TB sizes. An additional feature is the ability to bolt it down. Additional forensic recovery services available. Cost: starting at 299 USD.


Details, spec and purchase via ioSafe:
iosafe.com/products-soloG3-overview

Robo-guards...

There are three new prison guards in South Korea, but they're a little unusual - they're robots. The Pohang guards will patrol at night and report suspicious activities back to regular human guards.





Read more about it via Singularity Hub:
singularityhub.com

Just doodling...

Lockheed Martin is already noodling around with new 6th generation fighter jet designs... for the year 2030. Some daydream ideas include multispectral stealth, ubiquitous situational awareness, and self healing structures. In any case, the sketch is pretty cool.






6th generation fighter memo via The Dew Line:
www.flightglobal.com/blogs/the-dewline/2012/01/picture-lockheed-reveals-conce.html

Sticker...

The venerable Gerber brand has a newer model tactical knife: 'The Mini Covert Automatic'. The side open blade has many excellent features including oversized buttons allowing for use with gloved hands. Cost: about 140 USD.






Order and demo video via Blade HQ:
www.bladehq.com

Field trip...

Gutsy explorer Lana Sator took a bit of an unauthorized field trip - to the NPO Energomash Rocket Factory outside of Moscow. As you might imagine, the management was less than thrilled. You can, however, enjoy her photos.






Amazing photos of the factory via Lana's Blog:
lana-sator.livejournal.com

Dish network...

Anyone having trouble getting satellite reception might enjoy this; an 11 story space tracking station for sale in central California. The nuclear blast proof tracking station was built originally for the Apollo moon missions - and has been used for various purposes since. It comes with a farm house, barn, basketball court, helicopter landing pad, and 160 acres of land. Cost: about 3 Million USD.





More info and video via KSBW:
www.ksbw.com/news/30126332/detail.html

Perfect shot...

Perhaps as close as one can get to the caffeinated holy grail, the 'Rocket Espresso Giotto Evoluzione'. This heavily chromed piece of hardware is engineered to professional specs. Cost: 2,100 USD.






Specs sheets, photos, and contact info via Rocket Espresso:
www.rocket-espresso.it

Cuff bracelet...

Paracord is a very good thing to have in a survival situation - but, this paracord bracelet has a second 'secret' - a hidden key for unlocking handcuffs. Cost: 20 USD





Available from Etsy:
www.etsy.com

2 plus 2...

Lexus is thinking a little bit sporty right now... their newest concept car is the 'LF-LC 2+2'. The hybrid sports coupe is quite good looking. Here's hoping it sees the light of day.




Get the scoop and additional photos from 'Road and Track':
www.roadandtrack.com

Armed and dangerous: Update...

As reported back in June, the kevlar sleeve / stun weapon now has a new name and is being offered for sale. 'The Armstar Gauntlet' as it's being marketed - is a camera, stun gun, flash light, and is now sporting an iphone dock (seriously).






Read more and order via Armstar:
www.armstar.net

Stateroom...

In a bold recycling move, the Chinese have purchased a Russian Kiev-class aircraft carrier and retrofitted it into a luxury hotel. The 'Tianjin Aircraft Carrier Hotel' is moored in northern China. Later this month, it will open it's 148 rooms - which will include 2 Presidential suites and 3 VIP guest rooms.





Read more about it via CNNGo:
www.cnngo.com

Spring is coming...

Anyone considering sprucing up their spring look might look at the 'Moschino Trench Coat'. Classic military styling combines with modern updates including a red lining and a trim cut. Cost: 506 USD.






Available from FarFetch:
www.farfetch.com

Lost and Found...

It's very frustrating to lose a ship or aircraft - that's where the gents at VessEx Extractions come in. VessEx is a company that specializes in recovering assets and providing anti-piracy services.






Read more about their services via the VessEx homesite:
www.vesselextractions.com