Archive for April, 2009
Husqvarna Automower
Wednesday, April 29th, 2009
From Uncrate: "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..."
What a wonderful world this would be if this thing was actually affordable. This one has yet to be priced, but other robot lawn mowers are selling between $1200 and $2400 on Amazon.
Todd Marinovich: The Man Who Never Was
Wednesday, April 29th, 2009
From Esquire: "Twenty years ago, he was guaranteed to be one of the greatest quarterbacks ever. Today he's a recovering junkie. Scenes from the chaotic life of a boy never designed to be a man."
This is a little old, but a good read if you have the time.
The Bacone: A bacon cone filled with scrambled…
Tuesday, April 28th, 2009
From NotCot.com: "The Bacone: A bacon cone filled with scrambled eggs and country gravy topped with a biscuit." Research Indicates Bacon Sandwich Really Does Cure a Hangover
Monday, April 27th, 2009
From The Telegraph: "Researchers also found a complex chemical interaction in the cooking of bacon produces the winning combination of taste and smell which is almost irresistible."
Eight Things No One Ever Teaches You About Grilling
Thursday, April 23rd, 2009
From Esquire: "TV's grilling expert offers barbecue techniques for how long to grill, how much to grill, and pretty much everything else you need to know for perfect meat this summer" Warren Ellis’s GI Joe
Thursday, April 23rd, 2009
From BoingBoing: "Warren Ellis has written a new series of GI Joe cartoons, reimagining the infra-dumb 80s toy-sales vehicle as a serious war comic. Adult Swim has the original episodes, but they're blocked outside of the US, so if you're in the UK like me, you can watch 'em on YouTube."
MI5: Desperately Seeking Q
Sunday, April 19th, 2009
From ReadWriteWeb: "Britain's domestic intelligence agency, more commonly known as MI5, is looking to appoint a chief scientific adviser 'to lead and co-ordinate the scientific work of the Security Service so that the service continues to be supported by excellent science and technology advice.'" Beer Chips
Friday, April 17th, 2009
From Uncrate: "It's one thing to snack on chips while drinking beer, but what about snacking on chips that taste like beer? Beer Chips ($4/9 oz bag) are thick, kettle-style chips that..." AC Cobra MkVI
Thursday, April 16th, 2009
From Uncrate: "With gull-wing doors that recall the classic Mercedes-Benz 300SL and a beefy V8 engine, the AC Cobra MkVI ($TBA) is a fine new ride. It features a retro design, a..."
I would sell my soul for this car.
