Bear Grylls Survival Academy

His show may kind of suck, but there’s no denying that Bear Gryllls is one tough lunatic. He’s ex-SAS, survived a parachute accident, climbed Everest, and has subsequently done a bunch of other crazy outdoor stuff. If you really want to be like the Bear, we suppose you can try … Read More

Strippers, Base Jumping, and Psychopathic CEOs

Why (Some) Psychopaths Make Great CEOs – Forbes “A really interesting question is whether psychopathy can be a positive thing. Some psychologists would say yes, that there are certain attributes like coolness under pressure, which is sort of a fundamental positive. But Robert Hare would always say no, that in … Read More

Anti-Shark Wetsuit

Sharks: they’re Canada’s leading cause of watching the Discovery Channel. Divers, though, might want to check out a new wetsuit designed by an Australian company, Shark Attack Mitigation Systems. The company has produced two differently designed wetsuits with patterns on them that are confusing to sharks, who rely on their … Read More

Red Wing Boot Oil

We prefer to buy something once and then take care of it forever. That’s why we’re a fan of Red Wing Boot Oil ($20). It conditions your boots for the inevitable rain and muck they’re encounter with a mix of pine pitch and mink oil, preventing the leather from cracking … Read More

Krups Barista

No more is your barista a sarcastic art history major who grumbles when you ask for a large instead of that venti nonsense. No, your barista is now sleek, two-tone black and silver machine. The Krups Barista ($3,000) is the coffee machine that Q is going to install in James … Read More

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