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Sunbeam Donut Maker  

Posted by: uppgrade    Tags:  Grub    Posted date:  August 22, 2012  |  No comment



[$30] If nothing else, we Americans support our economy through our over-consumption of indescribably unhealthy foods… and now you can support it a little more. The Sunbeam Donut Maker is the greatest thing ever since the discovery of bacon, and equally unhealthy for you. (more…)

Bottle Lock  

Posted by: uppgrade    Tags:  Drunk    Posted date:  August 13, 2012  |  No comment



[$20] You paid a lot of money for that bottle of aged bourbon, and you’ll be damned if you’re going to let your swarthy little roommate guzzle it while you’re at work. Do yourself a favor and invest in peace of mind with a Bottle Lock – pretty much the only thing that will keep prying lips off your hooch without breaking the bottle. (more…)

Rosle Pizza Wheel  

Posted by: uppgrade    Tags:  Pizza    Posted date:  August 9, 2012  |  No comment



[$35] We never put much thought into pizza wheels but thank gravy someone is. The Rosle Pizza Wheel is a certifiable piece of modern art. (more…)

Beer Awesomeness  

Posted by: uppgrade    Tags:  Beer    Posted date:  July 31, 2012  |  No comment



[$10] As if you need another reason to guzzle a pint of your favorite brew. Beer Awesomeness is the bible for beer bros. It’s got every little bit of info you need to do the perfect pour, crush a can on your face, play about a gazillion drinking games, and even brew your own batch.

Barbour Steve McQueen Collection  

Posted by: uppgrade    Tags:  steve mcqueen    Posted date:  July 30, 2012  |  No comment



[Various] Chances are you’ll never be the next undisputed king of cool, but that doesn’t mean you can’t dress like him, or at least his characters. The Barbour Steve McQueen Collection recaptures some of Steve’s most famous looks, some from his films, some from his day to day life. (more…)

Best Made Soap  

Posted by: uppgrade    Tags:  Soap    Posted date:  July 26, 2012  |  No comment



[$30] Good soap comes with a price tag, and Best Made Soap is very good soap. For 30 bones you’ll get three bars of cedar wood scented, eucalyptus infused goodness to start your mornings. (more…)

Gold Medal Bottle Opener  

Posted by: uppgrade    Tags:  Sports    Posted date:  July 25, 2012  |  No comment



[$10] You’re not an Olympic athlete, but pop a few beers with this Gold Medal Bottle Opener and you’ll be doing backflips off your couch during women’s gymnastics. (more…)

Minimalist Gaming Shirts  

Posted by: uppgrade    Tags:  Game Time    Posted date:  July 19, 2012  |  No comment



[$24] If you wear a shirt that says “Zelda Forever” or “Link Is My Homeboy”, society is going to, well, collectively duct tape you to a flagpole. However if you wear one of these Minimalist Gaming Shirts, you’ll probably find yourself showered in compliments. (more…)

Marine Layer  

Posted by: uppgrade    Tags:  Threads    Posted date:  July 18, 2012  |  No comment



[$30+] We have a theory that most cool things come out of California. Marine Layer clothing is no exception. Not only are their threads spot on in the style department, but they’re super soft as well. How do they achieve that? With sustainable wood pulp believe it or not. (more…)

Bexar Goods Leather Mousepad  

Posted by: uppgrade    Tags:  Mouse    Posted date:  July 17, 2012  |  One Comment



[$40] Vegetable-tanned American cowhide. Hand beveled and burnished edges. Lockstitched marine thread. Combine these things together and you have the gorgeous Bexar Goods Leather Mousepad. (more…)

Mocubo  

Posted by: uppgrade    Tags:  Kitchen    Posted date:  July 16, 2012  |  No comment



[$40] Sure a cutting board is convenient for cutting veggies, but finding a place to put those veggies afterward can be annoying. Unless of course you have the Mocubo, which makes it easy to scoop multiple ingredients into their own trays. (more…)

Millennium Falcon Ice Cubes  

Posted by: uppgrade    Tags:  Booze    Posted date:  July 10, 2012  |  No comment



[$10] May the force be drowned in a double shot of whiskey. May your Solo be frozen in booze. Something something something Millennium Falcon Ice Cubes! (more…)

Glowdoggie Collars  

Posted by: uppgrade    Tags:  Pets    Posted date:  July 9, 2012  |  No comment



[$50] Originally used for keeping track of German rescue dogs on night missions, Glowdoggie Collars are perfect for the discerning dog owner who wants to get his pooch into the rave scene. (more…)

Drink Chiller Coaster  

Posted by: uppgrade    Tags:  Drinking    Posted date:  July 9, 2012  |  No comment



[$42] In this ridiculous summer heat, whiskey stones and ice may not be enough to keep your hooch cold, but we’re willing to bet if you throw in a Drink Chiller Coaster you’ll be sipping pretty all day. (more…)

Office Bowling  

Posted by: uppgrade    Tags:  Office    Posted date:  July 3, 2012  |  No comment



[$30] Bored at the office but the boss is hovering around? Check out this clever Office Bowling set, made with laser-cut cardboard pieces. Throw ten frames with your cube mates without management ever knowing. (more…)

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