Mini Bar...

Sure, you could waste your time with those little tiny bottles in the mini bar while traveling - or you could bring this: 'The Evolution Mobile Bar'. A full bar in a suitcase along with all the trimmings. It can hold up to 10 full size bottles and 24 pieces of stemware - enough for a decent small party. Cost: about 1,900 USD




Details and order from KegWorks:
www.kegworks.com

It's a bird, it's a plane...

A staple in many science fiction movies, the combination submarine / aircraft is under review from the defense department. There are a lot of interesting engineering difficulties to overcome, but - if the research yields a product, it would be pretty interesting.




Read a bit more and avoid the longwinded video at NetworkWorld:
www.networkworld.com

Very persuasive...

There are lots of ways to convince people to do things... but the sneakiest ones are subliminal. Individuals use these techniques (as well as corporations) for a large variety of purposes. It''s a very good thing to be aware of -- to keep from having the wool pulled over your eyes. Or you can use them yourself to lower your golf score.





'How to Persuade People With Subconscious Techniques' via Wikihow:
www.wikihow.com

Box set...

The ski season is approaching in the Northern Hemisphere. If you're looking for a stylish set of new skis, you might like to check out the set being offered by the Courchevel resort designed by Lacroix. A pair of Lx Smatrack, carbon sticks, leathered gloves, a ski mask, and two empty leather pouches all housed in a case made by Pinel and Pinel. Only 10 sets will be offered. Cost: about 50,000 EUR.





More info via Joyce News release (French only):
www.joyce.fr



Details from the Lacroix Ski site (English available):
www.ski-lacroix.com

Streamline...

If you're looking for a very fast motorcycle with some straight forward design, you might like to check out this: 'The Confederate Limited Edition Fighter Motorcycle'. This stripped down carbon fiber, titanium, and aluminum chassis has a 1966cc engine and integrated braking system. Top speed is about 190 mph. A limited edition run of 45 of these will be made. Cost: about 110,000
USD.





Available from the Neiman Marcus catalog:
www.neimanmarcus.com

Safety Polo...

We've talked about Columbian body armor designer Miguel Caballero before... now it seems he's going mainstream -sort of...
His anti-ballistic polo shirt is now being carried at Harrod's of London. Cost: 12,000 USD.






Read a bit more about it via 'The Affluent Page':
www.affluentpageluxuryindex.com

Easy Wrap...

Did you ever wonder how the wine bottles are wrapped so neatly in restaurants? Here's a quick tutorial on how to do that in the safety and comfort of your own home....





Step by step instructions via Lifehacker:
www.lifehacker.com

How big is it?

Russian Billionaire Roman Abramovich is building a rather large yacht. 'The Eclipse' is big. So big it includes the following interesting features: a couple of helipads, a bay for smaller boats, a submarine for quick escapes, armor plating, bulletproof glass, a missile warning system, a disco, a theatre, a hospital... really... the list just goes on.




Read a bit more about it via 'The Daily Mail':
www.mailonsunday.co.uk

Loaded...

Slightly disturbing, but very cool. Ice cubes shaped like AK47 ammo. Cost: about 7 GBP.




Available from 'Find me a gift':
www.find-me-a-gift.co.uk

Zippo drive...

Here's a rather unique combination: a zippo like lighter that doubles as an 8 gig USB drive. Easy storage for hot emails and other data. Refillable. Cost: about 50 USD.




Available from 'Think Geek':
www.thinkgeek.com

The family Lambo...

Have you noticed there isn't a lot of room for a child's seat in a Lamborghini? That may not be true for long. At this week's Paris Motor Show, they revealed the first 4 door concept car - 'The Lamborghini Estoque'. Named after the sword a matador uses in a bullfight, this concept car is slated to show up as early as 2010. Specs are swirling as to the engine options that will be available.




High res pictures are available via Autoblog:
www.autoblog.com



Details and links via World Car Fans:
www.worldcarfans.com

Time for bad guys...

A lot of attention has be paid to what James Bond wears as a watch. But, what about the bad guys? The folks at Swatch have a collection of watches inspired by many of the notorious movie villains. Even Blofeld's cat. Cost: between 60 and 230 USD. Very fun.




The Villain Collection from Swatch:
store.swatch.com

Curves...

Desktop humidors don't need to be boring square boxes. Take a look at this: the 'Zino Platinum Cavern Humidor'. This modern rounded edge humidor is made of lacquered wood and comes in a couple of interesting colors. It will hold between 45 and 60 of your favorites in high style. Cost: about 3,700 USD.





Available from Davidoff Las Vegas:
www.davidofflv.com

Top dog...

Dogs are man's best friend...normally. Every once in a while, you run into an aggressive pooch. Now what? Here are some instructions from 'Ask Men' on how to deal with a dog attack.



'How to Defend Yourself Against A Dog' via AskMen.com:
www.askmen.com

You look angry...

Seems the US Department of Homeland Security is working on a new technology they call 'FAST' for 'Future Attribute Screening Technologies'. The combination of sensors and software can recognize people with hostile intent, just by looking at them. Seems like that would be particularly difficult in a long line at the airport. They're currently claiming a fairly high success rate, along with being able to detect deception. Hopefully they won't teach the system to play cards.



Read a bit more via 'The New Scientist' blog:
www.newscientist.com