Things I do not need: Snolo Sled There are a number of reasons why I do not need the Snolo Sled.  First and foremost I live in North Carolina, and unfortunately rebel flags and Jr bumper stickers are far more common than the blessed snow day.  Secondly, I have a sled already, its light, cheap, and handy on those 1-2 days a year I can use it in my back yard.   The main reason I do not need a Snolo Sled, is that for my uses, a carbon fiber sled, that has been clocked at 40 miles an hour, just doesn’t suit my needs.  So the revolutionary control system allows for a ridiculous level of control, Ill never see an expanse of white where I will need that level of maneuverability.  Yes, its cool that it folds up so that you can carry it like a back pack, but that cold hike from my garage to the yard isn’t that bad. All that said, if this type of winter recreation technology is what you are looking for, you can “register your interest” through their current site, with a fully release expected on 12/7/2012, just in time for Christmas. Uncrate
November 5, 2012 VIEW POST
Things I do not need:  Star Wars R2D2 Lunch Bag with Sound I look at Think Geek too much… way too much.  In fact I am a preminent Think Geek lurker.  I have been pursing the site for about 3+ years, and never once actually purchased anything, and for a very good reason.  Ill find one thing I like/love/cant live  without, so I throw it in my cart.  Then I find another, whats another $10 right?  Then its like “well the Airzooka is on sale right now” so what the hell, I just got paid.  Next think you know Im checking my credit card balance to see if I can swing the $499 Field Candy Space Tent, and the limited edition $449 Link on Epona statue.  That site is NSFW (Not Safe For Wallet).
August 31, 2012 VIEW POST
Things I do not Need:  This Star Wars Wampa Ice Scraper Mitt I live in North Carolina, so we never really get snow or ice, so I would never have any need for this… it doesn’t change the fact that I want it.  Simply the visual and sensory experience of slamming my white fur clad arm onto a iced windshield, and dragging my claws (scraper) across, flecks of ice and snow getting caught in my mane… and then, out of the corner of my eye, I see an intruder.  I lunge, he counters, removing my arm in the process.  My only though its, “now Im going to be late for work” seeing as I was not able to properly clean my windshield… 
August 27, 2012 VIEW POST
Things I do not need:  Spy Hawk I have always wanted one of the cool quad copters, or model airplanes with a camera built in or installed, simply because I always wanted to fly as kid, and I feel like this is as close as you can get will still having two feet on the ground.  Most of the sensory input, none the effort/danger.  Yet, I think there is a fine line here between cool and creepy.  Using your $400 Spy Hawk Glider to get a better view of your city, home, or landmark - Cool.  Using your camera equipped flying device to get a better view of Mrs. Davis during bikini season - Creepy. Per Uncrate:  This unique RC glider sports a built-in 5 megapixel camera that streams a live video feed back to the 3.5” LCD on the controller, which also holds an SD card for recording your flights. Of course, all of that isn’t much good if you can’t keep the thing in the air, which is where the intelligent autopilot comes in — fly it up to the required height, switch it one, and a built-in gyroscope will work to keep it level, even in gusty winds. Uncrate
August 13, 2012 VIEW POST
Things I do not need… Chewbacca Messenger Bag. Its getting to be the back to school season, and yes, I am in need of a new man bag to lug around all my books, notebooks, comic books and tablets, but the Chewy Bag maybe a little much for me.  I do love how the strap mimics the Wookies trademark bandolier, and it is faux leather exterior reminds me of my youth on Kashyyyk… Think Geek 
July 26, 2012 VIEW POST
Things I do not need/I love you Etsy…. Ghostbusters Proton Backpack Movie Prop Replica. Im not into cosplay, but one of these days, I would love to put together a really intricate Ghostbusters rig.  Since meeting the folks of NC Ghostbusters at HeroesCon 2012, and seeing their setup though, I realize what a big deal it is, so I kind of put it out of my head.  Then, I stumble upon this amazing proton pack on Etsy, so Im like “yeah alright”… then I see that its $850 bucks… you know maybe I dont need to dress up to have a good time. Etsy
June 28, 2012 VIEW POST
Things I do not need… Burritob0t. …. I dont know what else to say here.  Described by its creator as:  “Burritob0t is a 3D printer that prepares edible burritos within minutes”  I cant quite figure out if this is a joke or real life, but considering that this tex-mex-tech has been reported on by the likes of Techcrunch, Laughingsquid, Mashable, and the Huffington Post, Im willing to believe its credence.   Burritob0t
June 21, 2012 VIEW POST
Things I do not need… Iron Throne Replica.  Clocking in at $30,000 (plus tax), this is pretty much something that no one on earth needs… that said, it would be pretty cool to use as my office chair.  My office will now be referred to as Kings Landing, my dwight bobble head, my King’s Guard, I shall call my letter opener “Ice”, anyone who crosses me will taste its steel… or aluminum… it may actually be plastic. HBO
June 6, 2012 VIEW POST
Things I do not need Things my wife wont let me have…. Caped Pint Glasses, although for only 10 bones, I maybe able to talk her into it.  If you cant be a superhero, why not drink like one? Think Geek
June 5, 2012 VIEW POST