Since arrested development and man children are the inevitable end of latter-day masculinity, it comes as no surprise that a crimson superhero cape has hit the market. Fashioned after the iconic apparel of Superman, the superhero cape is like cosplay without the passion and effort. Also, you can … [Read more...] about Iconic Red Superhero Cape Goes On Sale
Utterly Mindbending: The Vertical Chess Set
Long story short, this here is a vertical chess set. It could end there, but wait! There's more! Really? With chess being the enduring formative game for nerds and geeks and basically people who fancy themselves intellectuals, it comes as no surprise that this novel take on the humble chess set has … [Read more...] about Utterly Mindbending: The Vertical Chess Set
Habitable LEAP Pod Lets You Live On The Edge, Literally
That's right, on the edge of a cliff. (See pic below.) Since mountaineering figures high on the list of adventurous manly deeds, especially among alpine countries, one Italian design firm created the ultimate doomsday shelter. Oops! Turns out it's not so much a doomsday shelter but an extremely … [Read more...] about Habitable LEAP Pod Lets You Live On The Edge, Literally
Sleek And Deadly: The Paraglider Tricycle Concept
Uh, it might be better to scratch that 'deadly' part from the title because it's not like this vehicle fires missiles. There's a better chance it kills people's misgivings with sheer awesome than actually, well, kill people. But the contours and form are quite cutting edge, which reflects well on … [Read more...] about Sleek And Deadly: The Paraglider Tricycle Concept
Ho-Hum: Check Out This R2-D2 Folding Armchair
In case you haven't noticed, the whole Star Wars universe is one giant merchandise trap. No wonder a search of 'R2D2' on the top right (go ahead try it) produces a whopping four pages worth of older posts. This latest from a prominent online retailer is a folding armchair that comes with an R2D2 … [Read more...] about Ho-Hum: Check Out This R2-D2 Folding Armchair
The Vagabond Instant Shelter Shields You From Zombies
This is a gag, ladies and gentlemen, so relax. It's not like 2012 is going to be the year 99% of the population turns to zombies, thereby justifying a purchase of the Vagabond. The fictitious back story for this portable survival gear claims that the Vagabond aced a design competition entry, … [Read more...] about The Vagabond Instant Shelter Shields You From Zombies
Pod Power Extension Cord Lets You Plug All Sorts Of Stuff
Kate Vallen probably had so many gadgets with her all the time that necessity just had to step in and give birth to an invention. That invention is the Pod Power, a novel extension cord where multiple sockets are coiled together for broad use. By 'broad use,' it is meant that the cord can be … [Read more...] about Pod Power Extension Cord Lets You Plug All Sorts Of Stuff
Bean Bag Sled Cushions Your Snowy Escapades
It looks like heaps of fun to use as well. The Bean Bag Sled is exactly what its name implies, a large bean bag wrapped in a double-lining fabric that can be used as a snow sled. The picture illustrates how winter revelers may use this bag when sliding down the frozen outdoors amid good cheer and … [Read more...] about Bean Bag Sled Cushions Your Snowy Escapades
Paper Wine Bottle Being Pushed To Replace Dumb Glass
Okay, glass isn't dumb as the title suggests. But it had to put the whole paper vs. glass argument in perspective. Seen below is what a wine bottle made of paper looks like. It's slated to go into production soon thanks to a Yorkshire-based manufacturer who cut a deal with the inventor. Oh yeah, the … [Read more...] about Paper Wine Bottle Being Pushed To Replace Dumb Glass
Cute Slice Of Pizza Sleeping Bag Costs A Bundle
But wait, before the bad news arrives, let it be writ that this sure is hilarious. Sleeping in a pizza slice, imagine that! It definitely comes highly recommended to pizza eaters who order 'zza on a weekly basis at the very least. There is, however, an origin tale behind this odd sleeping bag that … [Read more...] about Cute Slice Of Pizza Sleeping Bag Costs A Bundle
Brain Pleasure And Video Games Go Hand In Hand, Apparently
Now this sounds interesting. After having read the actual report, it's quite a mild surprise too. Turns out a group of European scientists may have debunked the whole 'video game addiction' conundrum. Emphasis on the word 'may' because the actual experiment that produced the startling results still … [Read more...] about Brain Pleasure And Video Games Go Hand In Hand, Apparently
By The Power Of Thor! SISU War Hammer Gives You A Godly Workout
Not to make fun of avid gym goers who spend hours bulking up, but this latest War Hammer called SISU is something else. Apparently, it's part of some exercise that involves demolishing things. Nothing wrong about that, since if you've ever experienced demolishing a house with a sledgehammer, you … [Read more...] about By The Power Of Thor! SISU War Hammer Gives You A Godly Workout
