We're quite used to seeing tons of tools crammed into a pocket knife-sized package, but it's not everyday you see the same thing done to an axe. The Brook & Hunter Mo-Tool Axe ($40) brings the handyman heat with a capable axe blade and hand-crafted red oak wood inlay handle, plus a hammer head, screwdrivers, knives, a can opener, wire... [More]

Who would have thought that The Beatles would finally go digital on... a USB stick? The Beatles USB Apple Collection ($280; December 8) includes all the remastered goodness of the fab four's Stereo Box Set, including 14 albums in lossless FLAC and 320 Kbps MP3 formats, 13 mini-documentary films, replicated UK album art, rare photos, and expanded liner notes, all... [More]

If you're looking for serious noise reduction, check out the Peltor Professional Noise Canceling Earmuffs ($20). These heavy duty earmuffs are CSA-approved, blocking noise up to 105 dB and providing protection from the loudest lawn mower to the piercing scream of a power saw. (Also great for silencing screaming babies and the Twilight soundtrack.) Comfortable enough to wear all day,... [More]

Apple's Time Machine has been a boon for Mac owners, making the tedious process of daily backups easy. Now, thanks to the Seagate Replica ($130-$200), PC users can enjoy seamless and automated backups. Unlike many external backup drives, the sleek, dockable Replica creates an entire backup system, creating a continuous backup of all data, applications, media, and even the operating... [More]

Protect your clothes from splatters, hot grease, and other cooking-related shrapnel with the Outset Leather Grill Apron ($40). Made to withstand abuse that traditional cloth aprons simply can't handle, the Outset features a durable brown suede exterior with flame-retardant lining, an adjustable neck strap, and two front pockets to keep your cooking utensils at arm's reach.... [More]

Morgan is a family-owned company that's been manufacturing motor vehicles for 100 years. To celebrate, they've just announced the Aero SuperSports ($187,000), a luxurious roadster with graceful elements that merge past and future. The aluminum chassis exceeds crash protection standards for safety, and has detachable roof panels for experiencing the world around you as you drive. Inside, hand-stitched leather meets... [More]

Bottle opener, screwdriver, Strider wrench, nail puller, and improvised shank. Nope, it's not another Swiss Army knife — its the TAD Gear B.R.A.T.T. ($100). Made from solid 6AL-4V titanium billet, this 3-inch long tool is ready to tackle nearly any job you can imagine, and is small enough to go pretty much anywhere. [Thanks, Kenny]... [More]

Protect your balding dome from the summer sun with Nobis Headwear ($45-$75). Available in a variety of styles and colorways, each hat it made out of recycled materials, such as cork and cardboard, and will look great with relaxed warm weather attire. Available at Nordstrom stores.... [More]

Some people mow their lawns by hand, pushing mowers under the hot summer sun. But not you. You're relaxing in the shade, sipping an Arnold Palmer, nodding at your neighbor as he toils behind a noisy, sputtering, gas-powered contraption. This is possible thanks to the Husqvarna Automower 260 ACX ($TBA), a self-charging, auto-piloting, robotic mower. The ACX will handle this... [More]

Get four showers in one with the new Kohler Flipside Showerhead ($105). This unique handheld sprayer features a chrome-like finish, and a flippable inner sprayhead offering four different shower experiences — a relaxing dense downpour, a focused, invigorating spray, a drenching, circular-pattern spray, or a standard, traditional shower — that are all just a flip away. [via]... [More]

Give your car a showroom shine with the Makita Sander-Polisher ($200). This nine-pound polisher features a variable speed dial that runs from 600-3,000 rpm, letting you go from slow buffing to aggressive polishing in the turn of a dial. Of course, it's also easily converted into a sander, helping you to re-stain that deck or fence in no time.... [More]

When is an axe more than an axe? When it's a work of art. Best Made Axes ($200-$550) achieve this status by being hand forged and tempered by one of America's oldest axe companies, and then paired to handles made of 30-inch American hardwood, which are then hand painted and polished. For added collectibility, pair one with a custom made,... [More]

Some of the best home cooked meals must be prepared using a cast-iron skillet. But it takes dozens of uses in order to season one, as the food you cook slowly ads its essence to the skillet, creating that famous, non-stick black coating. Seasoning a pan this way can take years... until now. Lodge Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillets ($10-$40) ship... [More]

Add a touch of class to your shaving routine with C.O. Bigelow Razors ($49-$79). Featuring handles made from imitation ivory or ebony, these blades recall the days of main street barber shops, but balance the old-timey looks with advanced, replaceable Gillette Mach 3 blades. It's the best of both worlds.... [More]

Explore the seedy underbelly of the Mushroom Kingdom with the Magic Mushrooms T-Shirt ($18). This royal blue tee features a blue-toned print of a mysterious Italian plumber, shrouded in darkness, purchasing a bag of mushroom heads from a round-headed character. Further investigation suggests the result of this transaction was Super Mario Bros. 2.... [More]

The Gerber Artifact Pocket Keychain Tool ($10) packs in quite a punch into such a little package. Made of stainless steel with a titanium nitride coating, the Artifact features an exchangable/removable #11 hobby blade, bottle opener, cross driver, small and medium flat drivers, wire stripper, pry bar/paint can opener, and lanyard/keychain attachment hole.... [More]

Whether you're grilling outside or baking inside, the Oregon Scientific Grill Right Wireless Talking Thermometer ($42) will make sure your next feast is properly cooked. It features a six-inch detachable stainless steel probe, with a separate digital LCD screen offering temperature display from 32 to 572 degrees, eight entree programs, four doneness selections, and a transmission range of up to... [More]

Forget the traditional sappy greeting card — say what you really want to say with The F*cking Card Collection ($25/10 cards). Featuring such heartwarming messages as Happy F*cking Birthday, Happy F*cking Holidays, Thanks A F*cking Bunch, and Congratuf*ckinglations, the recipient is sure to like them — a whole f*cking lot.... [More]

Keep your eyes safe on the job without looking like a tool with Milwaukee Gunmetal Safety Glasses ($10). Available in hard-coated clear and mirrored versions, these puppies sport an Oakley-esque design, near 100% UVA and UVB protection, adjustable saddle nose pads for a solid fit, and optically-corrected lenses for optimal performance.... [More]

Get a new summer smell (besides that beer-and-sausage one) with John Varvatos Artisan ($55). The citrusy fragrance covers your bod with a "refreshing citrus explosion that develops into a spicy and floral blend followed by a masculine woody impression." It comes in a flask-shaped bottle that's hand-woven in distressed rattan.... [More]

What can we say about the Steven Raichlen Spatula with Bottle Opener ($20). It's an oversized stainless steel spatula with a built-in bottle opener for more efficient grilling/drinking. For when seconds count between the next flip and the next brew.... [More]

One 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.... [More]

If you're ready to get the most out of your grill this summer, pick up a copy of America's Best BBQ: 100 Recipes from America's Best Smokehouses, Pits, Shacks, Rib Joints, Roadhouses, and Restaurants ($14). Written by barbeque experts Ardie A. Davis and Chef Paul Kirk, this 240-page paperback is filled with delicious dinner ideas from sinful starters to monstrous... [More]

If you're the type who needs a bike that can withstand a parachute jump — and who isn't? — check out the Montague Paratrooper Tactical Folding Mountain Bike ($800). Designed for use by paratroopers, but equally as useful for taking up less space in your trunk, this rugged ride features 24-speed SRAM X-5 shifters, heavy-duty double cage aluminum pedals, a... [More]

Need more speed than current-gen Wi-Fi can offer? Check out the Belkin Gigabit Powerline HD Starter Kit ($150). This new kit uses Gigle's mediaxtream chip to allow transfer of files at up to Gigabit speeds — 1000Mbps — over your home's electrical wiring. Simply connect one adapter to your router, plug it in, and place the other next to your... [More]

Now that you've given up Coors for craft beer, it's time you gave up Coke for Fentimans Soda ($2.50). Botanically brewed with all-natural herbal ingredients, the full-bodied flavors include Ginger Beer, Curiosity Cola, Victorian Lemonade Soda (contains the juice of 1½ lemons), Mandarin & Seville Orange Jigger Soda, Dandelion & Burdock Soda, and Shandy Soda (contains 70% Beer).... [More]

Since 1857, Klein Tools has been making American gems like this Klein Leather Tool Bag ($170). Made entirely of thick, tanned leather, this rugged, pocketless bag sports a large compartment for gear, reinforced ends, a double-ply base with steel studs, and triple-riveted rolled loop handles. Use it to tote your hand tools for the next 50 years or just use... [More]

Blacked-out from fender to fender, the 2009 Harley-Davidson Iron 883 ($7,900) is an affordable, no-frills chopper that's begging to be customized. The latest Harley Dark Custom motocycle, the Iron 883 offers plenty of old-school, anti-plastic style, including front fork gaiters, a drag-style handlebar, side-mount license plate holder, a chopped rear fender, a straight cut shorty dual exhaust, and 13-spoke cast... [More]

Swiss Army knifes are incredibly handy tools, but not everyone wants to own the traditional red model. The Victorinox Swiss Army SwissChamp Hardwood Knife ($100) is a great compromise, offering all the utility of the original — including large and small blades, a corkscrew, can opener, bottle opener, screwdrivers, and more — wrapped in a handsome exotic wood exterior.... [More]

Enjoy the perfect pint with the Samuel Adams Boston Lager Glass ($30/set of 4 glasses). Designed with the help of sensory experts, the pint glass provides optimum full-flavored taste of Sam Adams (or any other brew) thanks to some unique features — a bead inside the rim creates turbulence to release flavor and aromas; a lip on the glass places... [More]

Part bicycle, part motorcycle, all badass. The Sachs MadAss 125 ($2,700) is a German engineered beast of a two-wheeler, packing a 125cc engine, a hydraulic fork front suspension, a unique frame that sends shock from the rear wheel to the front for a smoother ride, an in-frame fuel tank, twin H.I.D. headlights, 16-inch alloy rims, dual disc brakes, and a... [More]

Blast your opponents (or roommates) your way with the Nerf N-Strike Recon CS-6 ($20). This hardcore toy dart blaster comes with five interchangeable parts that can be taken apart and reassembled in any configuration you want, and features a flip-up sight, a dual-mode red-dot sight for nighttime action, and more. The new champ of intra-office warfare.... [More]

Tired of dealing with chintzy pitchers or the hassle of tiny plastic filter replacements? Check out the Charcoal Water Pitcher ($85). Made from high-quality glass and stainless steel, this unique pitcher uses Iouseki stones and Binchotan charcoal — an eco-friendly mix that lasts up to six months — to filter and deodorize, leaving you with crisp, fresh, mineral-rich water.... [More]

From a life of storing money to a new life of... storing money, Money Bag Wallets ($35) are handmade billkeepers constructed from vintage money bags. In addition to loads of character and nifty retro bank graphics, these wallets also sport a bill pocket and two card sections, as well as telltale signs of wear that make each as unique as... [More]

Pimp your Weber grill with a Cast Iron Grate ($86). Designed in Germany, this long-lasting replacement for the standard grate heats up faster, gives off more even heat, creates near-perfect grill marks, boasts greater longevity, and offers modular convenience — allowing you to add a host of accessories, including a griddle/hotplate combo, a flat pizzastone, or even a seat for... [More]

Take a trip back to 1891 with the Victorinox Swiss Army 125th Anniversary Heritage Knife ($495). Limited to just 1884 individually numbered units, the Heritage is a replica of the 1891 "Soldier's Knife" made by Karl Elsener for the Swiss Army. It features a large blade, punch, can opener, screwdriver, ebony hardwood handles, a certificate of authenticity, and will arrive... [More]

We've been big enough fans of DB Clay's wallets to feature them twice in the past, and now the Portland-based wallet maker is back with a whole new line. DB Clay Hand Printed Wallets ($60; Pre-order) are, as the name suggests, hand-printed, with each one boasting a unique design. With nearly 1,000 available (some have already been spoken for), there's... [More]

Turn your PC or Mac into a concert hall-worthy Hi Fi with the Neuhaus T-2 Amplifier ($800). Connecting to your computer via USB, the T-2 takes the digital audio stream and uses its custom DAC to convert the sound to analog, then amplifies it using vacuum tubes, providing a warm, powerful sound that's closer to the original recording than you'll... [More]

Whether you're underage, weening yourself off the hard stuff, or just want a non-alcoholic DIY beverage option, you can make your own with the Root Beer Making Kit ($13). This all-in-one kit includes everything you need to brew up four gallons of the sudsy stuff, including 2 oz of root beer extract, special brewing yeast, a funnel, project guide, blank... [More]

Create your own personal signage with these Marquee Alphabet Lights ($178). Reminiscent of old theater and hotel signs, the lights feature a weathered red enamel finish, multiple lights, metal construction, and varied sizes, from 19- to 27-inches tall. Use one to stand for a single word or name, or string several together to make your own light-up word.... [More]

Sure, there are cheaper shaving sets you could buy, but practically none that look this good. The Olive Wood Shaving Set ($200) is handmade in Germany, with olive wood handles, plated metal accents, silver-tipped badger hair in the brush, Gillette Mach 3 blades in the razor, and an included, minimalist stand.... [More]

Satisfy your java cravings with the Breville Single-Cup Coffee Brewer ($250). It features a brushed stainless steel exterior with a programmable one-touch control LCD screen that customizes coffee to 4 cup sizes and any preferred temperature, a 60-oz. water tank that brews up to 10 cups of coffee before refilling, a charcoal water filtration system, and uses widely-supported K-Cup packets,... [More]

You can't go wrong with concrete. These Concrete Tumblers ($40 set) mix a solid concrete base with a glass top, giving off a modern vibe that works as well for water as it does for martinis while providing an ultra-stable base for minimal spillage.... [More]

Rustic looks meet complete utility in the Markham Console Bar ($1,400). Inspired by an antique workbench, this home bar is built from pine and pine veneer, and features saw mark, groove, and peg hole details, a recessed trough in the rear for securing bottles, a lower gallery shelf, a hidden drawer for holding bar tools, a cast iron bottle opener... [More]

Be a real American hero with the G.I. Joe Complete Collector's Set ($145). This comprehensive collection includes all 95 episodes of the original animated series spread across 17 discs, and bonus materials like those wonderful PSAs, a 1GB dog tag flash drive, two comics, a 60-page booklet, all-new featurettes, the original 1963 Toy Fair presentation, archival Hasbro toy commercials, tattoos,... [More]

Looking for some backyard adventures to close out your summer? Grab yourself a copy of Absinthe & Flamethrowers: Projects and Ruminations on the Art of Living Dangerously ($12), and get to work. Featuring everything from instructions on how to make your own black powder, flamethrower, rockets — even absinthe — it also give you tips on eating dangerously, cigarette smoking,... [More]

The right glass can make a world of difference when enjoying your favorite brew. Spiegelau Beer Glasses ($30/2-pack) are designed to enhance the flavor, aroma, and mouthfeel of beer, and with varieties available for pilsners, lagers, and wheat beers, you're sure to find one that matches your tastes.... [More]

Show 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.... [More]

Even if you're not a drinker, this work of art will look great on the shelf. Crafted by award-winning designer Fred Bould, the helix-shaped Twist Cocktail Shaker ($145) features an integrated removable strainer, and is made of thermal-retentive Nambé metal that should be chilled before mixing drinks for optimal results. Sneak into the Patron Social Club for the full list... [More]

Forget bottles or boxes — for your next wine-fueled party, step up to a Red Truck Winery Mini-Barrel ($30). With classic vineyard looks, each 3L barrel holds four bottles of Red Truck's medium-bodied red blend, featuring flavors of chocolate, berries, and cherries, with a black pepper finish. [Thanks, Michael]... [More]

Get yourself a stand worthy of your scratching skills with Rodriguez DJ Tables ($3,000-$3,900). Made from solid wood, brushed stainless steel, and hand-applied veneer, each table is customizable with as many pedestals and spaces as you need, all featuring circular shapes that pay homage to all that vinyl you've accumulated. [Thanks, Dave]... [More]

Sure, its bottle might look like a knock-off MP3 player, but the scent inside is anything but. Givenchy Play ($53-$71) is a terrific fragrance for the summer to fall transition, thanks to its Caribbean Amyris wood base. It offers a mix of fresh and woody scents, with notes of orange, grapefruit, coffee flower, and black pepper, a mix that'll work... [More]

Whether you're heading back to class or simply replacing an aging carry-all, the Bowery Messenger Bag ($100) has you covered. Made from distressed waxed cotton canvas for weather protection, the Bowery also features subtle details like antiqued-brass hardware, leather trim, contract lining, and a leather two-buckle closure.... [More]

Like the Nixon Rotolog, the new Fossil Analog Dial Watch ($95) has a nifty trick up its sleeve — it tells the time directly via analog means. The watch's white and grey face is designed so the time, such as 10:10 as shown in the pic, is displayed normally at the 9 O'Clock mark, while a magnifier built into the... [More]

We'd imagine rock 'n' roll smells like cigarettes, booze, and sex, but luckily John Varvatos doesn't seem to have the same problem. John Varvatos Rock Volume One ($82) is a rock-inspired take on the classic Varvatos fragrance, adding notes of rose absolute and coffee beans to the original formula to give it an edgy, sensual scent that'll have you smelling... [More]

Legendary eyewear makers Moscot have taken a few of their favorite designs and modernized them in the Moscot Titanium Collection ($280). Featuring the Nebb, Buddy Holly-approved Lemtosh, Miltzen, and Zelig, each frame is made from ultra-light titanium, and features the same overall shape and attitude of the original, only in a slimmed down, understated form.... [More]

No matter what the job, the Leatherman Super Tool 300 ($70) is ready to handle it. This heavy-duty all-purpose tool offers both a clip point and serrated knives, both needlenose and regular pliers, several wire cutters, a wire stripper, a crimper, a host of screwdrivers, a file, a saw, both bottle and can openers, a ruler, and more. With rolled... [More]

Have a big, nasty mess that's more than your average Shop-Vac can hold? Give the BucketVAC ($TBA; Q4 2009) a try. This 7-pound commercial-grade wet/dry vacuum attaches quickly and easily to most 5 gallon buckets, snapping in place using the bucket handle, with a removable filter and a 2-inch diameter hose for less clogging. Bucket full? Just detach the vac... [More]

Ditch the bags-hanging-off-your-thighs look and step up to the Nau Cargo Pant ($95). Made from heavy-duty organic cotton double twill with a hint of spandex for flexibility, the Nau features a regular fit cut, button fly, and zip-close thigh pockets that are hidden on the seams to blend into the sleeks lines of the pant when empty, providing all the... [More]

Now you can get vintage tones to go along with your vintage axe from the Fender 57 Champ Custom Amp ($1,000). A hand-wired recreation of the 1957 Fender Champ used by legends such as Johnny Cash, Keith Richards, and Eric Clapton — on "Layla," no less — this low-output, easy-to-record amp offers vintage knobs and controls, an 8-inch Weber Special... [More]

What do you add to the fastest, sexiest Audi ever made? Open air. The Audi R8 Spyder ($TBA) is a new drop-top version of Audi's signature Supercar, featuring a 5.2 V10 engine pumping out 525 hp, twin oval tail pipes, a brushed aluminum frame for the windshield, a retractable soft-top, all-wheel drive, and all the LED lighting a geek could... [More]

Keep your drunks houseguests amused with the Tavern Puzzle Collection ($100). This set of four classic games — the basic Bottoms Up, intermediate Clef Hanger, difficult U-Turn, and "complex" Long Island Catch — is made from 6mm steel, including some wooden beads, with the goal of each to remove the metal ring from inside the puzzle. Includes a 4-hook perch... [More]

Ever 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... [More]

Whether you want a larger keyboard than your netbook offers or simply want to add a number pad to your mobile setup, the Microsoft Bluetooth Mobile Keyboard 6000 ($90; October 2009) is a good solution. Just slightly thicker than the AAA battery that powers it, the ultra-slim keyboard boasts Microsoft's Comfort Curve design for ergonomic typing, and comes with a... [More]

Gas powered blenders have come a long way since we covered the Daiquiri Whacker. This chromed-out Gas Powered Blender ($285) sports a 2 stroke, 43cc gas powered variable speed engine, motorbike-style handle bars, an 85 oz stainless steel pitcher, and polyurethane coating for added durability. It's the sensible alternative to cutting ice with a chainsaw.... [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... [More]

Extending their line of accessories from bags, gadget cases, and laptop sleeves, the new range of Hard Graft Hats (€130-€195; roughly $190-$290) continues the company's understated aesthetic. Available in four styles, including the amazingly stylish fur felt hat, each piece is handmade to order, from upscale, high-quality materials such as merino wool knit, cashmere, and fur felt, taking between two... [More]

Black on black is in and on display with the TX Pilot Watch ($575). This striking timepiece features a unique modern black dial with calendar, tachymeter, and dual time zone functions, a matte black stainless steel case, a plain black leather strap with buckle closure, and water-resistance down to 100 meters.... [More]

Whether you're sanding, carving, engraving, cutting, polishing, or cleaning, you're going to want the Dremel 4000 ($80-$150). As Dremel's new top-of-the-line model, the 4000 is the company's best rotary tool yet, sporting a variable speed range of 5,000 to 35,000 rotations per minute, compatibility with all Dremel accessories, new motor technology to provide more feel with less effort, electronic feedback... [More]

Don't let the name fool you — the Missisipi Distiller ($200) isn't some shoddy backwoods attempt to make money by selling moonshine machines, but rather a way to extract fragrant oils for use in colognes and perfumes (riiight). Made by the Missisipi Destil Co., this contraption uses a series of tubes, an oil lamp, and a water-filled condensing pot to... [More]

Whether or not you like his sometimes overly enthusiastic approach to cooking, there's no doubting Jamie Oliver's culinary talent. His new book, Jamie's Food Revolution: Rediscover How to Cook Simple, Delicious, Affordable Meals ($27) aims to help you with your cooking by breaking down a large number of common meals to make them as simple as possible, with layman-level instructions... [More]

Forget simulated wood grain — Shwood Sunglasses ($95) are handcrafted from actual wood. They're available in two basic styles, the Wayfarer-like Canby and the more squarish Govy, and can be ordered in a variety of different woods, all with your choice of Carl Zeiss lenses. Just remember: these probably aren't the best shades to wear to the beach, water park,... [More]

If you happen to be searching for timepiece perfection and have a load of money to spend, look no further than the Tag Heuer Monaco V4 Limited Edition ($TBA). Based on 2004's Monaco V4 Concept Watch and coming just in time for the venerable Swiss watchmaker's 150th anniversary, this twice-patented technological beast features a new belt-driven transmission that replaces the... [More]

Whether you're a lawn care professional or just a guy with a big yard, you can get it cut quickly and greenly with the Cub Cadet Z Force S ($5,500-$6,500; 2010). As the first zero-turn riding mower with a steering wheel instead of lap bars, the Z Force S' wheel controls both the front wheels and the independently controlled back... [More]

Pro photographers have an even more difficult choice to face when going with Canon or Nikon thanks to the new Canon EOS 1D Mark IV ($5,000). Like the recently announced Nikon D3s, the Mark IV sports a maximum ISO of 102,400 and HD video recording — in full 1080p, unlike the 720p-limited Nikon — and also packs a 45-point autofocus... [More]

Drunkenness is next to godliness. The Search for God and Guinness: A Biography of the Beer that Changed the World ($17) tells the story of Arthur Guinness and the Guinness family, from the founding of the brewery and the first Guinness poured through to modern times, focusing on the family's faith and philanthropy. We recommend grabbing a pint before you... [More]

"Never resist the call of the game." At least, that's what Lacoste Challenge ($60) thinks you should do. With a woody base that's complemented by citrus notes of lemon and orange, as well as lavender and rosewood, it's a fine fall fragrance, and comes in a skyscraper-esque glass bottle with black lid that will look great on your counter —... [More]

Simplify the process of installing the apps you want on your Windows machine with Ninite. This awesome free service lets you choose from a range of applications, plug-ins, utilities, and other goodies that might normally take hours to download separately, with a "Get Installer" button at the bottom that will do all the heavy lifting for you, creating a simple,... [More]

While we might not know exactly what seven functions the sleek Gerber Shard ($8) will provide, we know enough to know we'll be on the pre-order list as soon as it's available. The lightweight, airline-safe keychain tool offers at the minimum a bottle opener, screwdriver, and nail puller, with a titanium nitride coating for corrosion resistance.... [More]

Normally we consider it a bonus when we hear a car has simply been tested at the Nürburgring. But built there? The Veritas RS III ($TBA) is a throw back to Germany's first Formula I car, complete with an open-air single-person cockpit, vicious, car-eating looks, a BMW V10 pumping out 507 hp, a top speed of around 215 mph, Recaro... [More]

Combining an All-Star-style sole with a weathered, worn suede upper, the Converse by John Varvatos Sprint Grip Chukka Boot ($100) is bound to cause confusion — and draw a few compliments along the way. It features a removable insole, leather trimming and inner lining, a lace-up front, and looks that might best be described as a mash up of frontiersman... [More]

Sure, it runs the not-so-hot Windows Mobile 6.5 OS, but if you're determined to pick up a new Windows Phone, you can't do better than the HTC HD2 ($TBA; Early 2010). As the first Windows phone with HTC's Sense user interface, the HD2 is way more usable than the average Microsofty phone, and it packs some serious features, such as... [More]

If you're like us, you might see the words "bistro flatbread" together and think "glorified pizza," but the Bodum Bistro Flatbed Toaster ($80) is built for so much more. It features a large, flat, stainless steel heating surface to handle toasting or defrosting of any number of bread types, including pizza shells, tortillas, bagels, buns, and anything else you can... [More]