Read up on your undead history with The Zombie Survival Guide: Recorded Attacks by Max Brooks ($10). Unlike Brooks' prior Zombie Survival Guide, Recorded Attacks takes a look back to study past zombie attacks throughout history. In addition to the hilarious text, the book features outstanding illustrations by Ibraim Roberson that help bring each story to life.
Relive the glory days of Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O, and the rest of the crew with Jackass: The Lost Tapes ($13). Containing a mix of lost skits and unedited clips that were too extreme to air, The Lost Tapes is a must have for any Jackass fan, and also packs all of the show openers, credit montages, extra bonus footage, and more.
If you prefer your motorcycles to look like something out of a futuristic bikers from hell story, the 2010 Triumph Rocket III Roadster ($TBA) is for you. Available in all of one color — we'll let you guess which one — the Rocket III boasts the line's most powerful engine yet, a 2.3 liter three-cylinder beast good for 146 horsepower and 165 lb-ft of torque. Add in Brembo brakes with ABS, a set of 43-millimeter upside-down forks, twin Kayaba shocks, and traffic-stopping looks, and you've got one helluva ride.
There's nothing more satisfying than decorating your abode with artwork or photos of your own creation, and CanvasPop ($49 and up) makes it easier than ever to do so. As the world's only large format printing company to work with images of any resolution, CanvasPop allows you to make gorgeous canvas prints of pretty much any image, even if they're taken with your iPhone or nabbed from Facebook, Photobucket, or Flickr. Once you've picked your image, you can choose from a number of cool filters to enhance the look, or leave it as-is; a team of designers is also available should you need assistance.
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What better shoe to celebrate the heritage of John Varvatos' 315 Bowery store — which used to be a little place called CBGB — than the venerable Chuck Taylor? Bowery John Varvatos Chuck Taylor All Star Hi-Tops ($250) are Bowery NYC-branded sneakers, featuring the classic Chuck Taylor silhouette and rubber outsole, while adding a black nappa leather upper with leather weave, rawhide laces, and pinstripe lining.
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It's obvious that a lot of you are into iPhone photography, so why not grab yourself a Gorillamobile ($40). Just like the company's Gorillapods, the Gorillamobile is a flexible tripod that lets you securely mount your iPhone, point-and-shoot, or other device to nearly any surface. The 3G/3GS model comes with a custom-designed iPhone case that clips onto the tripod, as well as a universal camera adapter, a suction cup mount, and an adhesive mount, but if you don't need the iPhone case, you can pick one up with the other three mounts for $30. [via]
Whether you're playing flag, two-hand touch, or full-contact football, the Wilson GST Leather Football ($57) will help your game. Featuring thick pebbled composite leather laces, accurate control lacing technology, and grip strips for added grip, the GST is one fine pigskin, and the same 1005 pattern used on the company's official NCAA game ball.
Despite his frequent appearances in unwatchable films over the past few years, Steve Martin is still one wild, crazy, and talented guy. The Crow: New Songs for the Five-String Banjo by Steve Martin ($10) is a prime example. Having already won a Grammy for his non-comedy work, Martin's first musical release since 1978 is one of the better bluegrass albums to come along in the last few years, featuring all-new songs either written or co-written by Martin, as well as appearances by Dolly Parton, Vince Gill, Earl Scruggs, Bela Fleck, and more.
Stocking up on jeans for fall? Grab some premium denim without breaking the bank with the new Original Penguin Selvage Jeans ($125). Sporting a sophisticated finish that can go from dressy to casual depending on what you're wearing up top, these jeans feature a selvage trim finish on the back pocket and a slim, straight fit.
Whether you're an old pro at wetshaving or new to the game, the Merkur Heavy Classic Safety Razor ($49) will have you shaving more closely than ever before in no time. Handcrafted and double-edged, the Merkur's chunky body provides extra weight, letting you apply less pressure, resulting in a more comfortable, smoother shave.
You know a band is good when ever their b-sides and leftover tracks are worth the purchase. Around the Well by Iron & Wine ($14) is a double album filled with rarities, one-off singles — like the excellent cover of "Such Great Heights" — and b-sides, some decidedly low-fi, some more polished, but all just as impressive as anything Sam Beam's ever put on a "real" album.
A nice business card can leave a long-lasting impression — so make sure yours stay in great shape with the Blomus Business Card Holder ($18). Made from brushed stainless steel, this heavy-duty case holds 25 standard business cards, keeping them safe from scratches, dents, and other unappealing signs of wear. Because no one wants to be the guy with the dingy, beat up business cards. [Thanks, Dan]
Part bowling bag, part overnighter, the Puma Heritage Bag ($120) is ready to carry your gear no matter what it is or where you're headed. It features a tough polyurethane outer, a two-way zip opening for the main compartment, a distressed Puma logo on the front, antique metal hardware and bottom studs, and distinctive rope handles that are as stylish as they are rugged.
Created by the world's most experienced gin distiller and boasting 12 different botanicals, handcrafted Beefeater 24 ($30) might just be our new favorite gin. 24's proprietary blend includes hand-prepared grapefruit, almond, Japanese sencha and Chinese green teas, creating a balanced, nuanced sprit that is perfect for mixing, in martinis, or one the rocks by itself.
Celebrate the various neighborhoods of your favorite city with Ork Posters ($22). Available for a number of large cities, each poster features a map of the area, with each neighborhood listed in beautifully twisted typography. [Thanks, Ryan]
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