NEWS – I’m the son of a carpenter, but I did not inherit the carpenter gene from my father. Admittedly I’m terrible when it comes to using a hammer and nails. Maybe its because I’m left-handed (or at least that’s what I tell myself), but I either bend the nail, drive it in crooked, or […]
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REVIEW – Over the years I have purchased many wallets of various sizes, capacity and build quality, and much like my gear bags, I can never seem to find one that works for every occasion in terms of my outfit and carrying capacity. I now have the opportunity to test and review a different type/style
JooJoobs Leather Biker Wallet review Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – There have been wireless earbuds for a few years now, but the latest innovation in wireless earbuds is called TWS and it stands for True Wireless Stereo. It doesn’t just mean that there isn’t a wire between each earbud. It means that you can use either earbud or both earbuds interchangeably. What
MEZONE TWS earbuds sound great and also charge wirelessly – Notable crowdfunding campaign Read More
NEWS – Constant barking is one thing that all new dog owners dread. Stopping your pooch from waking you and the neighbors at all hours of the day or night is tough. PetSafe has a solution with their new training collars. There are two new models, a bark collar and a remote training collar. Both
Woof – spritz! PetSafe training collars use safe spray for pooch behavior modification Read More
REVIEW – As a gadget nerd, my gadget obsession is very apparent when you look at any of my workstations. I usually have as many devices as possible connected for my work process, some that make my process more effective and efficient, and some just because they are cool. There are also others that only
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ARTICLE – Gadget lovers everywhere frequently notice the news coverage about the upcoming 5G network and think about the possibilities. You may have heard about the broad promises associated with it, such as rapid speeds and virtually no latency. But, how could those advantages affect how we use our technology? 1. Plenty of Opportunities to
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REVIEW – Do you love EDC flashlights but hate feeding them batteries? If so, then I have a flashlight you’ll want to check out. It’s the NITECORE TUP and it packs some nice features into a very pocket-friendly package. Let’s check it out. What is it? The NITECORE TUP is a 1000 lumen USB rechargeable
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NEWS – Many new cars come with a heads up display built into the top of the dashboard. What do you do if you don’t have that option on your new car, or have an older car? Enter the VIZR, a smartphone adapter that creates a virtual display using your phone and an app to
FIXD Automotive puts a VIZR heads up display in your car Read More
ARTICLE – Gamification apps allow you to combine routine life situations with role-playing games (RPGs) that will keep you engaged while you work to accomplish your goals. If you struggle with self-discipline and motivation, then gamification apps are for you. These apps give you the opportunity to earn points, badges and other incentives by challenging
7 Gamification apps for every situation Read More
REVIEW – I drink coffee every morning on the way to work and while I’m at work. Given this, it’s important to me that a thermal bottle do two things well: maintain temperature and not leak. The Purist Mover, 18-ounce bottle does both of these things well quite well. What is it? The Mover is
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As I’ve gotten older, I’ve not only picked up a coffee habit, but I’ve started understanding the differences in types of brewing methods, beans and how a good barista can take a decent cup of coffee to greatness. That’s why I got pretty excited to see the GEESAA – Your Home Barista announce it is
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REVIEW — Everyone’s seen those nylon drawstring bags that look like a modern replacement for a hobo’s bindlestiff. Usually they’re just cheap, single-compartment sacks used to tote a change of clothes, but Rever Brand offers an evolution on that design with their SERK Drawstring Backpack. Read on to see how it stacks up. What is
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NEWS – With spring and summer just around the corner that can mean only one thing, IT’S GRILLING SEASON! Traeger, the popular manufacturer of wood pellet grills, introduced a new line based on their best-selling Pro Series grill. There are two models available for 2019, the Pro 575 and Pro 780. The names correspond with
Traeger’s new Pro WiFi pellet grill is smarter, faster, and smokier Read More
NEWS – The Writing Box from Galen Leather takes you back to an era where there were no smartphones, laptops, or email. Back when the main form of communication was done by putting pen to paper. Back when your EDC consisted of a wooden box to carry your favorite pens, paper, and other stationary items.
Organize your favorite pens, pencils, and other writing gear in this gorgeous wooden box Read More
REVIEW – Buying a new laptop is a big deal for me, as it is for most people. I spend months doing research, reading reviews, and trying out laptops in stores. Once I finally settle on my choice, it’s a good bet that I’ve spent a lot of time AND money on that pick, so
Mobile Edge Alienware Vindicator 2.0 Backpack and Neoprene Sleeve review Read More
NEWS – I’m a big fan of bags designed for one-bag travel, and also of bags designed for EDC. However, while a single bag designed for both purposes may sound good in theory, most often it does not work well in practice. Minaal understands that, so they offer both their very functional Day Bag for
Minaal Day Bag and Carry-on 2.0 Bag are ideal for EDC or one-bag travel Read More
REVIEW – In today’s world of our nonstop keyboard clicking, the written note is definitely the anomaly versus the standard anymore. Even our signatures are digital these days, involving a smart-chip, fingerprint, special code, etc. But the ballpoint pen endures…I would guess most of those reading this review have a nice writing instrument in their
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NEWS – When Bellroy goes in on a new product line, they don’t mess around. They started with small carry products that earned a reputation for excellence. When they stepped into bag design, I was blown away innovative designs and build quality. And now Bellroy is exploring leather with the same attention to design and
Bellroy launches a new luxury leather line, and boy does it look good. Read More
NEWS – We were busy this week and posted a variety of articles, reviews, and news. If you aren’t sure if you read everything, here’s a full list of everything that we posted to help you find out. ARTICLES 6 Awesome travel apps to use for your Spring Break trip on March 15, 2019 by
Travel apps, EDC gear, and more – Weekly roundup Read More
REVIEW – How many times have you needed extra light, either when working on a close project in a dark area, or, when walking or running in dim conditions? And, how many of those times did you not have an extra hand to hold the light, or, simply didn’t want to carry one with you?
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