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Rock Lobster – Eton Ruckus Rugged Solar Ghetto Blaster

Road Warrior — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:54:47 +0000

Every article I come across goes on about how great these speakers are for use by the pool (because they’re splash-proof), or wonderful for camping (rugged), or by the beach (solar-powered), yada-yada… But, as far as I’m concerned, they miss the most obvious utility, which is that it can be used to jump-start my car. Actually, [...]

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I travel the globe a great deal for work. My motto is "Travel Hard, Pack Light." I am constantly refining my travel gear to give me the lightest and most ultraportable footprint possible. Achieving a Zero Footprint is my ultimate goal and I approach it as would a Zen Master.

Notabag – Fruity Alternative to “Paper or Plastic?”

Road Warrior — Wed, 01 May 2013 22:05:08 +0000

The Notabag may look a bit fruity, but it’s practical. It folds up into a pocket-sized pouch, but unfurls into a large cloth bag that can be worn over the shoulder, or as a back-pack. After a successful Kickstarter campaign, a new company was formed and orders will soon be taken. They are a young company, [...]

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A Good Flask for Armageddon – The Macallan

Road Warrior — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 23:53:39 +0000

If you like ridiculously over-spec’d things, then you’re going to like this. Here’s a liquor flask that can probably withstand the Guns of Navarone without spilling a drop. The Macallan is a joint project between Oakley, the sports brand, and Macallan, the esteemed whiskey producer. Together, they have created a flask made from steel, carbon fibre, [...]

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iSlider iPad Stand

Road Warrior — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 14:27:21 +0000

I like having my iPad stand built into my iPad case – especially, when I’m on the road. However, at home, I find that many of the cases are still a bit bulky. This is often the case, because many of the ones I use have built-in keyboards. I’d rather separate the iPad from the [...]

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Clean Water from Anywhere – DrinC & Lifestraw

Road Warrior — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 10:41:22 +0000

Keeping yourself hydrated in hot, humid countries can be challenging when you can’t tell the difference between the river and the sewer. I remember a particularly harrowing trip down the Ganges, where people slaked their thirst next to bloated, dead bodies and grimy bathers. Even in supposed “first world” countries, you might not want to [...]

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Stream Anything to Airplay with Beamer

Road Warrior — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 14:16:06 +0000

Airplay is great when it works, but I can’t help feeling that it’s a bit half-baked. For example, why can’t I play audio from one Mac desktop to another over Airplay (using iTunes)? Both machines have to have Mountain Lion installed to support mirroring. Instead, I have to “home share” my content via iTunes and [...]

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Nuud iPad Cover – Waterproof, Shockproof, Dirtproof

Road Warrior — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 10:23:03 +0000

What really makes the Nuud Lifeproof iPad cover stand head-and-shoulders above the others is the fact that it doesn’t cover the front screen of the iPad with a screen protector. Consequently, it won’t interfere with special styluses, or your finger. Nevertheless, it’s waterproof to a couple of metres (in case you drop it in the [...]

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Cordcruncher Earbuds – No More Tangles

Jetsetter — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 09:30:57 +0000

There have been many attempts to create earphones that won’t get tangled up when stowed away, but here’s one that’s pretty simple, straightforward, and ingenious. The Cordcruncher lets you pull the earphone cords into a sleeve, so they won’t get tangled. The sleeve itself is a bit long but it can be plugged into itself (as [...]

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Lifestyle Editor at Shared Experience Art Machine

I love the finer things in life, it\'s true. But, also, I love to explore new cultures and cultures. Meeting people with different viewpoints not only expands my own horizons but makes life worth living to the fullest. If you feel the same, then connect to me as a friend and keep in touch!

Moulton Bicycles – Small & Efficient

Road Warrior — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 17:33:53 +0000

Moulton bikes are unique in their construction: small, high-pressure tyres, combined with stiff suspension, results in a more effortless ride, while making them more convenient to stow away in small places. With more urban nomadz commuting to work on bicycles these days, it is essential to have something portable and convenient. Using smaller wheels results in [...]

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Credit Card USB Cable for iPhone and Micro USB

Road Warrior — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:20:35 +0000

I wish there was something of an Uber-Cable that could be used to connect anything-to-anything. Until such time, however, I’m forced to carry around a field kit of cables to accommodate any sort of crisis I encounter on the road. Thankfully, the Chargecard makes a series of ultraportable USB cables that can be used in [...]

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Ski Boots that fit like a glove

David Wilson — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 10:08:24 +0000

I’ve been skiing since I was about three years old, but always used rental ski boots. It never occurred to me that the choice between my own boots and a rental pair would be anything but comfort – as opposed to performance. Also, I’m skiing less-and-less over the years, so it didn’t seem to make [...]

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Founder at Shared Experience Art Machine

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StickNFind – Never Lose Anything (or, Anyone) Ever Again

Road Warrior — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 22:44:44 +0000

I flew to China once and found that my luggage had not flown with me. It took a couple of hours, though, to come to this realisation – since the airline wasn’t very helpful. After losing a few more bags in transit on other trips, I began to wonder when the day would come when [...]

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Turn your bed into Airline Seat

Jetsetter — Sun, 18 Nov 2012 22:21:25 +0000

If you’re a ‘planespotting’ frequent flyer, you might be interested in this Nap Massage Pillow from Brookstone. It’s marketed as a bed rest pillow that allows you to work, read, or watch TV in a suitably reclined position – but, let’s face it, it really looks like an airline seat. Nevertheless, it’s probably an extremely useful [...]

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Lifestyle Editor at Shared Experience Art Machine

iPad & Tablet Car Cup Mounting Kit

Jetsetter — Sun, 18 Nov 2012 21:53:11 +0000

My iPad is a wonderful turn-by-turn navigation device. I love taking it on the road, especially when travelling in foreign countries. Unfortunately, it’s very difficult to mount somewhere convenient – particularly in a rental car that isn’t my own. I’ve tried wedging it on the dashboard, but a sudden turn easily dislodges it. If someone [...]

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Lifestyle Editor at Shared Experience Art Machine

iScanner – portable scanner for iPad

Road Warrior — Sun, 18 Nov 2012 20:54:11 +0000

If you like the idea of scanning documents directly to your iPad, then this is one of the few products out there that will do this. To be honest, it’s surprising not to see more competition for this category. After all, tablets are outselling laptops at the moment. Nevertheless, some portable scanners are attempting to remove [...]

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