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When she was busy dreaming of the room made of chocolate, he was dreaming of his own chocolate heaven. Let's put it this way - there's no sleeping in his chocolate heaven. The Chocolate Body Paint comes with paint brush for $20.

Fred wants huge, manly shoulders and pecs. What did you think 'huge' described, huh? Lift Salt + Pepper Shakers could also work as a gentle reminder for getting back to the gym. $15

Bring up the topic of commitment and babies at Valentine's Day breakfast and wait for that silent panic. Then serve him his Please Help Me Toasts ($3).  Maybe he'll appreciate the 'laugh with you' humor?

Then bring up the topic of commitment and babies again.

A memoir that is more of a guide to many lost pastime arts, like how to tan a skin or palm a coin or learn the Latin phrases that every boy should know. Or a collection of wisdom about useless skills such as how to write in invisible ink - along with useful skills, like how a boy can prepare himself for his inevitable encounters with girls.

The Dangerous Book for Boys, $15

Sorry to disappoint, but it's not a cordless charging station (I was totally psyched too when I thought this.). It is still a good product though. This charging station is simply an attractive cords storage box. It stores, organizes and hides all your miscellaneous cords from view. I like the wall-mount feature because it can be set up in a prominent or discreet location, depending on your needs. Me? I spend way too much time looking for my PDA everyday... My need would be "prominent location," for sure. $38

You have to admit, it's a hella lot better-looking than the ones below. Right?

Delta7 Sports recently introduced the Arantix, the first bicycle to feature the IsoTruss carbon fiber and Kevlar open lattice tube frame, which means unparalleled strength to weight ratio. Claimed as the strongest and lightest hard tail bike around, the Arantix weighs only 2.75 pounds. Even *I* am impressed by that number.

For $12,000, you will get the most advanced composite mountain bike in the world, and it'll include:

The Arantix IsoTruss carbon composite frame
Fox F100 RLC front suspension
Complete Shimano XTR drivetrain ( i.e. shifters, brakes, crankset, cassette, chain, etc.)
Shimano XTR wheels with Kenda Karma DTC tires
Crank Brothers Four Ti Egg Beaters pedals
RaceFace Next SL carbon fiber handlebar with two LizardSkins Lock-On grips
L.H. Thomson Masterpiece handlebar stem and seatpost
Chris King NoThreadSet headset
Selle Italiá Kit Carbonio saddle
Complete LizardSkins Arantix frame skinset

They're only offering 200 units for 2008. So hurry!

Panasonic unveiled the world's largest plasma t.v. at CES this week.  150-inch. Now, who wants this for their wish list, raise your hands...

_{via Gizmodo}

Instead of go where the music takes me... The music can now come to me instead. The Miuro Robot is an ipod docking station, with speakers and all, that can be programmed to go where you go. It's only $1,299 at Japan Trend Store.

I was so excited to I post about the Beerbot, I actually used an exlamation mark in the title. This is a robot that can stores six cans of beer, pours and serve on voice command. Even comes with a clean-up mat in case he malfunctions (spills).

I think these bots may soon replace the canine as man's best friend. Unfortunately, it's sold out. If you're willing to wait, it's available for $800 at Japan Trend Shop.

_{via Cool Hunting}

The Jawbone ($90) works off the vibration of your jaws, so it does not pick up 'noise' other than your voice. I own one, so I can confirm it does work.

My consultant friend gave me one advice about working from home... Don't flush the toilet when you're on a conference call! Apparently, you get so comfortable working in your own environment, you learn to dual task with phone calls and home activities. I should really get her this Jawbone as a gift this year. I tested its noise-canceling claim by being on a call outside with the gardener mowing the lawn less than 20 feet from where I was standing. The folks on the other line had no clue I was even outside.

Reader Comments (2)

Dec 14, 2007 | Amy

that sounds really cool!

Dec 14, 2007 | ererickang

I have one and it works great...the only thing I have a problem with is that the battery doesnt last long after 2 months. It will last for about an hour worth of talk time.

Look! It's the men's version of the wrist pin cushion! It's so silly, but it makes sense too. I can't see my handyman guy using it, but then again, I'm often surprised by what he would do and not do... All I know is... keep this away from the kitchen utensils drawer. The Handyman Helper Magnetic Wristband is $19.95.

 

I admit it. I laughed when I first saw this. I know you are chuckling too. Then I thought to myself, this has got to be the ultimate dude gift. Then I questioned my sanity, "Who on Earth would want a cooler you can ride on?"

Not more than fifteen minutes later, a higher being somewhere must have heard my question, because from over my shoulder someone screamed, "I WANT THAT!"  

Yes, that would be my dude boyfriend.

$500 at Amazon or Hammacher Schlemmer.

Reader Comments (1)

November 28, 2007 | Taupe_Dawg 

A completely impractical and frivolous gift... which is why I love it!

November 30, 2007 | anna t

I know my husband would love this.

  

Okay, so you can't afford the $500 Electric Cooler Scooter.  I personally think this Collapsible Cooler on Wheels is the next best choice, and it'll cost you only $38 instead. I've decided wheels to transport 36+ beverages is the only way to go. Being collapsible, this unit will take much less space in your garage to store, especially if your lifestyle requires multiples.

WhatEver...$26

_{(Actually, I think this clock is really funny.)}