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Get a boxing coach in your living room with the Move It Swift Smart Boxing Gloves!

CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Move It Fitness makes app-enabled exercise devices including the Move It Smart Punching Bag that I reviewed in June of last year. Their latest product quite literally puts the training technology in your hands. The Move It Swift Smart Boxing Gloves start with a well-designed pair of sturdy boxing gloves, made with […]

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SKL Resistance Bands Exercise Set review

By Bob Patterson / September 1, 2020 / Reviews / Exercise, Health and fitness / 2 Comments

REVIEW – Being stuck in quarantine doesn’t mean that you can’t work out! The SKL Resistance Bands Exercise Set provides a full compliment of gear in addition to the bands that enable you to get a full workout in your home or apartment. They also provide a variety of resistance levels that will meet your

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Rocketbook Panda Planner review

By Bob Patterson / August 31, 2020 / Reviews / Notebooks / 3 Comments

REVIEW – Get yourself together! I’ve reviewed the Rocketbook before, and I’m a big fan of the way it integrates traditional note taking with cloud-based document management and distribution. In this review I’m looking at a new product from the Rocketbook folks that leverages the Panda Planner system to help you manage both your personal

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Wotancraft PILOT Camera Messenger Bag review

By Bob Patterson / August 30, 2020 / Reviews / Messenger bag / Leave a Comment

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REVIEW – Vintage style combined with superb functionality. That’s what Wotancraft is all about, and I’m seeing plenty of both in the Pilot Camera Messenger Bag. This little guy is a solid multitasker that will appeal to both photographer and the daily carry crowd without compromises. It looks good, too! We’ve got a lot of

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Core Meditation Trainer review

By Bob Patterson / August 29, 2020 / Reviews / Health and fitness / 3 Comments

REVIEW – I keep trying to do the meditation thing. I’ve tried apps, podcasts, devices… I always seem to have a tough time getting focused. The Core Meditation Trainer takes a different approach to helping you find your inner peace, no experience required. Let’s find out if Bob is on the pathway to enlightenment. To

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Wolf Gourmet Precision Electric Griddle review

By Bob Patterson / August 6, 2020 / Reviews / Cooking, Food, Home and Kitchen / 3 Comments

REVIEW – Step into Bob’s test kitchen! We’re testing the Wolf Precision Electric Griddle, a premium-level appliance that does all the griddly things. Grilling, searing, sauteeing, steaming… pick your method! Read on for more, my friends. Tonight we feast! To the review! Hardware specs 17″ by 17.63″ by 8″ 21 pounds 12″ by 17″ cooking

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Paperwallet Slim Wallet review

By Bob Patterson / July 24, 2020 / Reviews / EDC, Wallets / 3 Comments

REVIEW – Greetings from the Jersey Shore! I’m just getting back from playing in the sun and sand, and checking out these cool new wallets! Paperwallet makes a whole line of products made from Tyvek that are durable, eco-friendly, and feature some gorgeous custom designs. Let’s shake the sand off and check them out! What

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The new Saddleback Leather backpack design has a big mouth (or two) to carry all of the things!

By Bob Patterson / July 22, 2020 / News / Backpack, Leather / Leave a Comment

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NEWS – So this is an exciting bit of news if you’re a fan of leather products, especially Saddleback Leather products. They’ve been teasing this one recently, and now the Big Mouth Leather Backpack is available for purchase! Why is it a big deal? It’s all about that classic Gladstone-style closure system. As opposed to

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Sensate Meditation Device review

By Bob Patterson / July 10, 2020 / Reviews / Health and fitness / 6 Comments

REVIEW – What the heck is Bob up to? Finding his inner balance, that’s what! We’re testing the Sensate meditation device, which claims that it’s combination of proprietary “near infrasonic” technology and immersive soundscapes help reduce anxiety, improve physical well-being, and promote calm. Does it work? Let’s find out! What is it? Sensate is a

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Soundpeats Trueshift2 TWS Earbuds review

By Bob Patterson / July 4, 2020 / Reviews / TWS earbuds / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – I think I may have found my favorite earbuds. The Soundpeats Trueshift2 TWS Earbuds are designed with sports and activities in mind, but they don’t sacrifice sound quality for durability and fit when you get sweaty. There are a lot of neat little extras in the package that round it out nicely as

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ANKOMN 2-in-1 Smart Coffee Measuring Scoop review

By Bob Patterson / May 20, 2020 / Reviews / Beverage / Leave a Comment

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REVIEW – Coffee is life, and I love a good coffee gadget! I’m testing the ANKOMN 2-in-1 Smart Coffee Measuring Scoop, a clever little accessory that makes my morning routine *just* a bit easier. Plus it matches my new favorite mug! Hey! Ho! Let’s go… to the review! What is it? It’s a coffee scoop

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Marlondo Leather Mousepad and Cord Keepers review

By Bob Patterson / May 5, 2020 / Reviews / cord organization, Leather, Mouse / 2 Comments

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REVIEW – Here’s a little something to add some class to your workspace! I got my hands on some accessories from Marlondo Leather that I’ve been using for the past month as part of my work-from-home setup. Lovely full grain leather that’s super functional to boot! To the review! What is it? The mousepad is,

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ChargeHub PowerStation 360 10-Device Surge Protector Power Strip review

By Bob Patterson / May 2, 2020 / Reviews / Batteries and Chargers, power station / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – With work from home becoming the new normal, my wife has established base camp in our dining room for the foreseeable future. Fortunately, the ChargeHub PowerStation 360 arrived just in time! This power strip & surge protector uses a unique wheel design that provides plenty of ports for all of her gear. Shelter

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Thinkers Notebook review

By Bob Patterson / May 1, 2020 / Reviews / Notebooks, productivity / 2 Comments

REVIEW – I’ve tried going digital, but I just can’t quit pen and paper for my notes… but the folks at Thinkers Manifesto have come up with a new solution that brings together both worlds! The Thinkers Notebook combines an innovative notebook design with a mobile app for organizing and sharing your brilliant musings. It’s

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Bag makers are switching things up to help with the Coronavirus crisis

By Bob Patterson / April 20, 2020 / News / Bags / 4 Comments

NEWS – I don’t need to tell you that things are tough right now. Some of our favorite bag makers have been not only adapting to the difficult times, but they’re also doing what they can to help out the community at-large during this crisis. Defy Bags is a small Chicago-based shop that specializes in

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Lilly Brush Mini Pet Hair Detailer review

By Bob Patterson / April 9, 2020 / Reviews / Cleaning, Pet Gadgets / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – This is my pooch. Her name is Lani, and she can be hairy. And that is a Lilly Brush Mini Pet Hair Detailer. It’s designed to remove said hairs from couches, fabrics, and whatnot. Lani vs. Lilly. Epic hair battle. Who wins? To the review! What is it? It’s a pet hair remover,

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Crossrope Weighted Jump Ropes review

By Bob Patterson / April 5, 2020 / Reviews / Exercise, Health and fitness / 4 Comments

(This post contains affiliate links. Please see my disclosure about affiliate links here.) REVIEW – Yup. That’s me… jumping rope for the first time in 30 years! The Crossrope is a jump rope system that combines excellent design, different levels of weighted ropes, and a fantastic app to satisfy experienced jumpers and newbies like me.

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The Bellroy Apex backpack is some next level design thinking

By Bob Patterson / March 23, 2020 / News / Backpack / 4 Comments

NEWS – Our friends at Bellroy are constantly pushing the envelope in bag design. Their latest creation, the Apex Backpack, looks absolutely brilliant. It’s got that’s tightly composed, upscale profile we see in all of Bellroy’s bags. And then you open it up to this: How cool is that? This design is all about accessibility,

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PowerDot 2.0 Smart Muscle Stimulator review

By Bob Patterson / March 17, 2020 / Reviews / Exercise, Health and fitness / 3 Comments

REVIEW – Electric muscle stimulator (EMS) devices make a lot of promises about helping your performance, improving recovery, and eliminating aches and pains. For this review, I’m putting the PowerDot 2.0 Smart Muscle Stimulator to the test. Let’s see how this fancy technology works. To the review! What is it? It’s a device that uses

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Timbuk2 Lane Commuter Backpack review

By Bob Patterson / March 16, 2020 / Reviews / Backpack, Bags / 2 Comments

REVIEW – No wet laptops! That’s what Timbuk2 is promising this season, and I’ve got several bags from their new lineup to check out. Today we’re looking at the Lane Commuter Backpack, a smaller daypack built for style and protection from the elements. To the review! What is it? It’s a slim daypack built for

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