If you were a fan of The West Wing or Studio 60 On the Sunset Strip, you owe it to yourself to check out Aaron Sorkin's first TV series in Sports Night: The Complete Series 10th Anniversary Edition ($52). Featuring breakout performances from Josh Charles, Felicity Huffman, Peter Krause, and others, this box set includes all 45 episodes of the acclaimed program, along with eight episode commentaries, a comparison of the show to ESPN's Sportscenter (on which the show's fictional sports show was based), and more.
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Wouldn't it be great if there was a 100% high-def cable channel for men? There is. MOJO HD offers guy-rific original shows (on topics like travel, food, music, business, and more), movies, sports, and specials in 1080i format and 5.1 sound. We especially like Three Sheets with globetrotting comedian Zane Lamprey, London Live hosted by BBC Radio 1 DJ Sara Cox, and their new web-only gadget show The Circuit with Deepak Ananthapadmanabha (D-Pak, for short). We've also teamed up MOJO on a Father's Day guide and eCard with 15 of our favorite gifts for dads. Just select which one(s) you want, and send the eCard to your family to assure no more ties from Sears.
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If you were a fan of The West Wing or Studio 60 On the Sunset Strip, you owe it to yourself to check out Aaron Sorkin's first TV series in Sports Night: The Complete Series 10th Anniversary Edition ($52). Featuring breakout performances from Josh Charles, Felicity Huffman, Peter Krause, and others, this box set includes all 45 episodes of the acclaimed program, along with eight episode commentaries, a comparison of the show to ESPN's Sportscenter (on which the show's fictional sports show was based), and more.
SaveIf you relish the highlights on SportCenter more than you do actual games, or if you simply can't keep up with all the teams you'd like to follow, NFL RedZone was made for you. This new channel from NFL Network is designed to deliver the touchdowns, turnovers, and key plays from every game, as they happen. If a team gets inside the 20, you're taken straight to the coverage, presented in glorious HD. Break out the beer and snacks, and hide the remote — you're gonna be here a while. Available now on Comcast cable and Dish Network.
SaveFrom the makers of Baconnaise and Bacon Salt comes a bacon-flavored product that you don't even have to eat. J&D's Bacon Lip Balm ($13/4-pack) will protect your lips with beeswax, aloe vera oil, Vitamin E acetate, and other ingredients, all while offering a subtle bacon flavor both you and your partner can enjoy.
SaveMost of us don't have the engineering, design, or architectural chops to recreate any of Frank Lloyd Wright's masterworks, but we can anyway, thanks to these new Frank Lloyd Wright Lego Architecture Building Sets ($TBA). Licensed by the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection, these terrific sets — of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and Fallingwater — were developed in collaboration with leading architects to be as accurate as possible, and come with booklets that not only tell you how to build you own model masterpiece, but exclusive archival historical material and photographs of each building, as well. [Thanks, Kris]
SaveEver wish you could combine your dual-monitor setup into one behemoth display? Get ready, because your wish has come true in the NEC CRV43 Curved Widescreen Display ($8,000). Boasting a unique curved design that's sure to immerse you more than a standard two display setup, this beauty also features a 2880x900 double WXGA resolution, a 10,000:1 contrast ratio, single link DVI-D and HDMI inputs, USB 2.0 ports, an on screen display, and the assurance that you have the most unique monitor in the neighborhood. [via]
SaveEver wish you could take a Jägermeister shot machine with you camping, tailgating, and partying? Now you can, with the Jägermeister 6-Bottle Shot Cooler ($120). Available as a six-bottle value pack, the cooler has plenty of room for all six bottles, ice, and the requisite cans of Red Bull, and uses the same tech as the Jägermeister Tap Machine to deliver ice-cold shots straight from the external tap.
SaveShow your fang affiliation by stocking your fridge with Tru Blood ($16). Based on the synthetic blood drink favored by the more civilized vampires of HBO's True Blood, this carbonated real-world version packs a slightly sweet, slightly tart blood orange flavor and a rich red color that will have guests wondering if you're drinking the real thing.
SaveFlapjack lovers, rejoice. Now you can make fresh, 97% fat-free pancakes in as little as 30 seconds using the ChefStack Automatic Pancake Machine ($3,500). This microwave-sized wonder uses no-mess batter pouches to crank out stack after stack of four- inch diameter pancakes, and doesn't even require supervision, letting you cook up breakfast for you and your crew while you get your other morning activities out of the way — like taking a shower, brushing your teeth, or downing a half-dozen mimosas.
SaveOne of the worst things about adding ice to a whisky is its ability to water-down the flavor. So chill your next drink down with Whisky Stones ($20). Milled in Vermont by some of the oldest soapstone workshops in the US, these stones chill quickly in the freezer, and won't impart any flavor to your favorite blend.
SaveTempted by the MINI's go-cart handling, but not a fan of its boxy exterior? The MINI Coupé Concept ($TBA) is for you. Ready to accept any of MINI's powerhouse engines, including the 1.6L twin-scroll turbocharged unit from the MINI John Cooper Works, this stylish two-seater pairs a decidedly MINI-like bottom with an aggressively designed upper half, including a swept back windshield, short contrast roof, hidden B-pillars, and more sexy than every other modern MINI combined.
SaveWe love bacon, and we've seen everything from Canned Bacon to Baconnaise, Bacon Salt, Bacon Floss — hell, even Bacon Lip Balm — so it was only a matter of time before we discovered Bacon Soap ($6). Made to both look and smell like frying bacon, this soap will get you clean while giving your appetite a jump-start on the day.
SaveThere'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.
SaveWorried about RFID snoopers grabbing your account details while your card rests in your pocket? Worry no more with the Flipside Wallet ($40). Made from a mix of high-strength polymer and aluminum alloy, the Flipside offers complete RFID shielding, space for up to 6 shielded cards plus 15 bills, an automatic locking and opening system, and more.
SaveA 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]
SaveEver have an urge to throw a rock through the window the guy who just blocked you in, or parked so close you need a can opener to get your car out? We have too, and apparently, so have the folks behind Parking Tickets ($7). This book of 20 unique pull-out cards is perfect for letting the parking-challenged know just where you stand, with heartwarming messages such as "Did you park like this or was there an earthquake?" "This parking job violates the law. Of physics." and the classic "The way you pulled in makes me wish your dad had pulled out."
SaveAdd a little spark to your formal attire with these Vintage Lighter Cufflinks ($40). Made from working vintage lighters once found in gumball machines roughly 50 years ago, these handmade cufflinks feature a bullet back closure, integrated flame covers, and screw bottoms for refilling. Just remember to take them off before firing up, lest you burn up a perfectly good suit.
SaveNo matter where you plan to sit or what you plan to do once you get there, Herman Miller Setu Chairs ($580) will keep you comfortable. Designed with a breakthrough kinematic spine that bends and flexes with you without the need for adjustment, the Setu is one of the simplest and easiest office chairs we've ever come across. With an instruction manual that simply reads "sit down," the chair is a welcome change amongst the sea of office chairs with knobs, controls and levers for precise adjustment. Sometimes, you really do just want to sit down. The Setu is available in a wide variety of styles and colors to fit into any decor, whether it's the boardroom or your bedroom.
SaveCelebrate 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]
SaveWhile we love TOMS' mission — every pair purchased means a second pair sent to children in need — the shoe's relaxed, slip-on design left a little to be desired in the fashion department. Enter TOMS Cordones ($70), the company's first shoes that can be worn with or without laces, featuring a more mature look, and offering added style along with the versatility to go from casual to formal just by adding laces.
SaveRolex makes some quality timepieces, but there are times when you need a more understated look than their silver- or gold-bodies can offer. That's where Bamford Black Rolex Watches (£7,500; roughly $12,300) come in. Made using Physical Vapor Deposition technology and secret formulas, Banford's Rolexes sport a highly-advanced, rock-hard military-grade black coating, turning these typical timepieces into stunning stealth watches.
SaveIf you relish the highlights on SportCenter more than you do actual games, or if you simply can't keep up with all the teams you'd like to follow, NFL RedZone was made for you. This new channel from NFL Network... [More]
If you were a fan of The West Wing or Studio 60 On the Sunset Strip, you owe it to yourself to check out Aaron Sorkin's first TV series in Sports Night: The Complete Series 10th Anniversary Edition ($52). Featuring... [More]
Wouldn't it be great if there was a 100% high-def cable channel for men? There is. MOJO HD offers guy-rific original shows (on topics like travel, food, music, business, and more), movies, sports, and specials in 1080i format and 5.1... [More]
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