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Fenix CL09 LED Flashlight: The Most Versatile Light on the Market

You probably have noticed, we at Gear for Life appreciate multi-functional products...gear that can be used multiple ways in multiple settings. Fenix Worldwide is known for their high-quality lighting gear.  On of Fenix's newest releases is just what we value, the multi-use Fenix CL09 LED flashlight. Even though it is promoted as a camping lantern, we see many other uses. How many times have you been under the sink trying to work on the plumbing but you just can't see the problem. You have a flashlight but it won't shine on the problem--you need a third hand to hold it in place! The Fenix CL09 has a built-in magnet base and a hanger so placing it where you need light is resolved. The light diffuser also disperses the light an evenly 360 degrees. So think of all the places you can hang or stick the little torch to help you with those "honey do lists."

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Bizzy Coffee Shots – Natural Energy When You Need It, Without the Guilt

You don't normally associate coffee shots with healthy drinks. However, Bizzy has created Bizzy Coffee Shots as a healthy alternative to those morning and afternoon coffee shots you are now consuming.  Bizzy was conceived with this end in mind: To craft the healthiest and most convenient products for our customers. These shots are sugar-free with zero calories and no additives. What are the ingredients? coffee and water. There are no preservatives and there is no pasteurization in brewing the product. For our flavored products, organic flavorings are used without any added sugars.

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Azio Retro Classic Keyboard: Typewriter Backlit Mechanical Keyboard

We absolutely love these! We've covered all the top backlit, state-of-the-art keyboards, but now we are looking at throw-back, backlit keyboards with today's technology. Azio has released the Azio Retro Classic Keyboard in several configurations, and they pretty groovy. How many of you remember the clickety click of the manual typewriter. Well, not many probably. Maybe you remember seeing one in the old detective, smoke-filled rooms in the movies. This is an Indiegogo project which has been funded at 1591%! So there is a high demand for that clicking sound in the office. These vintage keyboards are the most luxurious typewriter-inspired mechanical keyboard. You will have the sound of the mechanical piece with today's technology. One model incorporates genuine leather, metal alloy, an backlit keycaps. It is available in a wired USB interface for Windows computers or a wireless bluetooth plus USB hybrid interface for Mac or Windows.

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Camping Gear: 10 Awesome Camping Gadgets for Summer

As human beings we are wonders. We feel constrained to stop and watch the sunset or gaze at the stars. And there’s no better place to do it than camping in nature. There are many benefits to spending an extended period in wildness. According to the study, outdoors are crucial for mental health, especially for city dwellers. Even a few minutes walk in nature reduces depressive symptoms.

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Hyperkin SmartBoy: Turn Your Smartphone into an Old-School Game Boy

What's with today's trends? Nostalgia has taken over. Websites are now going back to the early internet look; the first generation games are becoming a hit. Could it be those first generation gamers are now driving the gaming industry? The Hyperkin SmartBoy is the newest throw-back product release. How cool is this?  Do you have those original Game Boy cartridges lying around collecting dust? The Smartboy will enable you to resurrect that gaming experience. The SmartBoy Development Kit attaches to Android (and what about iPhones??) smartphones, turning the phone into a handheld gaming device. Just insert those Game Boy and Game Boy Color cartridges.

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Uno Bolt: World’s First E-Unicycle With Gyro Force. Stay Upright!

The Kickstarter goal was met in less than a week because this thing is so cool! The Uno Bolt is the world's first e-unicycle AND e-bike that incorporates gyro force. So if you ever wanted to learn to ride a unicycle, you can start with the Uno Bolt and stay upright much longer. It's the quickest responding gyroscope to be put into a one wheel machine. The quick response is due to the with built-in stabilizer sensors. Pure genius!

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Custom Cars – Do We Ever Get Tired of Them? Timeless Kustoms Works of Art

Personalized Performance - Engineered to Perform - Defined Style - Proven Reliability - Handcrafted - Purpose Built. Timeless Kustoms Custom Cars are truly works of art. Jason Pecikonis has taken his life-long passion for muscle cars and hotrods and designed super-personalized, highly engineered, high-performance automobiles. His creations have shown up in feature articles in many automotive magazines including Hot Rod, Street Rodder, Chevy High Performance, Super Chevy, Vette, American Muscle, Car Craft, Muscle Mustangs, and many others.

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Tvan MK5 Camper Trailer – Best of the Best in Off-the-Grid Living

Do you think you are a Puzzle Master? Have you yet to find a puzzle to challenge you? The Ravensburger Silver “Krypt” Puzzle is sure to offer a challenge to your puzzle skills. This the lowest cost form of entertainment you will find. The name that comes to mind when thinking of puzzles is "Ravensburger." Ravensburger has been manufacturing high-quality jigsaw puzzles since 1891. The thickness and precision cut of each piece make these puzzles heirloom quality. The joy of assembling most puzzles is looking at the box cover and associating the pieces with the overall picture. There are plenty of reference points. However, with the 654-piece Krypt, it's like putting together a puzzle blind folded. Your reference points are solely the shape of the pieces. People tackle the Krypt in a number of different ways No mater how you tackle the project, we are pretty sure you will be working on it at least 12 hours. If you beat that time, let us know.

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Kershaw AM-6 Neck Knife: Be Prepared for Any Task Before You

Have you ever needed your knife in a tight pinch and realized was across the room...or left at your house? With the Kershaw AM-6 Neck Knife, you are always prepared. Kershaw knives are synonymous with affordability, function, and quality. The AL Mar™ designs continue to a top seller for Kershaw.

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Pirelli Tecnorib 1900: This Isn’t the Inflatable Boat Your Spent Summers In

Picture you and Billy Bib paddling across the lake as 10-year-olds. The boat wasn't the Pirelli Tecnorib 1900. Pirelli is probably one of the largest car tire manufacturers in the world. Sometimes the engineers act on thinking outside the box and create big, different products. Since rubber is Pirelli's raw material, it just made sense that they team up with Tecnorib, a rubber boat maker. The result, the Pirelliu Tecnorib 1900 is to be released at the 2017 Cannes Yachting Festival. This is not the first collaboration between Pirelliu and Tecnorib. They have created three boats over the past ten years; however, the sporty 1900 far exceeds any other creation to day.

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Sega Forever – FREE Classic Sega Games Delivered to Your Palm

This is too good to be true! It's not today's virtual reality gaming technology but it will take you back to your days of playing Sega non-stop while your mom screamed for you to do your homework. Sega has begun releasing their "Sega Forever" initiative. What does that mean? Almost every first party game from every Sega game system (Master System, Genesis/Mega Drive, Dreamcast, and more) will be available for iOS an Android devices...all FREE! The only downside is "free" comes with ads. Sega Forever will continue to release free games every month. So if you were a Sonic the Hedgehog, Altered Beast, Phantasy Start II, Kid Chameleon, or Comix Zone fan, they are waiting for you in the App Store.  

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StrongBoard Balance Board – Best Way to Burn Those Calories

There is no other board like this. The StrongBoard Balance Board is today's premier balance board. Perfect for all ages and fitness levels and it is portable and electricity-free. If you want to burn up those calories while improving balance and core, this equipment is for you. The board is used by the military, home use, fitness professionals, all athletes, and more. Accolades have been given by professional health organizations worldwide. It was awarded Best New Fitness Equipment, 2016” by Active.com.

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Dude I want that | Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless Headphones

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INFINITY CUBE – Can EDC Fidget Spinners Really be a Luxury Item?

Step it up and fidget like a boss. The new Bastion Gear INFINITY CUBE EDC Fidget Spinner isn't a toy. It is a serious concentration device.  Yes, fidget "toys" seem to be a craze. However, there is scientific proof that fidgeting does improve concentration. The INFINITY CUBE is a bit classier than those in the junior high classrooms.

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Fenix HP30R LED Headlamp – A Headlamp on Steroids

This is not your typical headlamp; not one you will find at the checkout counter at a big-box store. The Fenix HP30R LED Headlamp is for that discerning customer who desires and expects serious gear performance. Fenix is a worldwide leader in the lighting industry, supplying law enforcement, military, industry, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone who wants the best lighting gear on the market. The new Fenix HP30R is a rechargeable headlamp which includes a battery pack which serves as a power bank to charge your micro-USB devices (phone, camera, etc.) when needed. 

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2017 Shelby F-150 Super Snake: Return of the Shelby Muscle Truck

It's a given that Shelby knows how to build muscle vehicles--consider the Shelby Mustang. But what if you want more "muscle" for towing and hauling? Why should truck drivers be slighted when it comes to the classic Shelby name, branding, and talent? New for 2017 is the Shelby F-150 Super Snake. Check out the specifications then make a quick decision. Only 150 of these will be produced! You will see the Shelby signature all over the Super Snake. Shelby perfected the handling of the best-selling Ford F-150's independent's suspension. Need power? The Snake is equipped with the Ford 5.0L V8 engine but has a supercharger to generate over 750 horsepower. Performance capabilities will blow you away. On the exterior, you will find the classic Ford lines with Shelby enhancements. A new hood, rockers, spoilers, grill, rear bumper panel, and tonneau cover complete the full Shelby image.

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Messerast Knife Holder: Combining Function and Art

Well, we just love this simply designed product. Of course, knives are a favorite around here also. The Messerast Knife Holders combine these two loves. These knife holders are offered by Buchholz Berlin of Germany. Each Messerast (which means "fair catch") holder is unique since it is made from real wood. Because each piece is unique, size may vary. However, each is close to the stated size. Strong magnets are embedded in the branch. You can select a branch to hold 3, 4, or 5 knives. The hanging hooks on the back side of the branch ensures sturdy support.

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Ryobi Air Cooler: Taking Multi-functional Products to a New Level

Who says roughing it has to be rough? With the Ryobi Air Conditioned Cooler, your tent experience will have the comforts of home. The new and improved cooler is unique in that it can act as a 50-quart cooler, or it can double as an air cooling unit. The cordless convenience makes this an awesome option for keeping cool on the job site or at any outside event. The on-board storage compartment for your keys, phone, etc. add to the multi-function features.

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LEGO Ideas NASA Apollo Saturn V: One Year in the Making!

The wait it over, after a whole year of anticipation. You can make history with this first rocket to put man on the moon. The LEGO Ideas NASA Apollo Saturn V is the proud creation of LEGO Ideas members Felix Stiessen and Valérie Roche. They decided to push the limited of the bricks. This isn't an ordinary Lego kit--the Saturn V is a whopping 39 inches tall and 6 inches in diameter--yes, you read that right! That is a 1:110 scale. Are you up to over 1,900 pieces? That's what it takes to create authentic details. The Saturn V features 3 removable rocket stages, including the S-IVB third stage with the lunar lander and lunar orbiter. The set also includes 3 stands to display the model horizontally, 3 new-for-June-2017 astronaut microfigures for role-play recreations of the Moon landings, plus a booklet about the manned Apollo missions and the fan designers of this educational and inspirational LEGO Ideas set.

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KIWI Crate – The Solution to Keep Those Kids Busy With STEAM Activities

It's summer and you may already be tired of hearing "I'm bored!" Or maybe you just want to enhance your child's classroom experiences. KIWI Crate kits are prepared activities and projects which make learning fun in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Kiwi Crate is a line of STEAM-oriented kits from Kiwi Crate, a subscription box service that delivers maker projects for kids to your home for a monthly fee. Aimed at ages 0-16, they include sewable circuits, laser-cut trebuchet, and acrylic etching nightlight. The kits include an illustrated magazine with additional science experiments and activities. There are also video tutorials available with tips and tricks.

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The Brain Teaser Puzzle To Make You Feel Like a Nutcase: Hanayama NUTCASE

Has a brain teaser puzzle ever make you feel like a nutcase? The Hanayama NUTCASE Cast Metal Brain Teaser Puzzle may just do that...or at least give you a migraine. The NUTCASE is a Level 6 brain teaser so you may eventually label this a "impossible." However, it isn't. Just have patience and tackle the most challenging puzzle you may ever attempt. The goal is to separate the nuts from the bolts to reveal the interior stash container and remove the rattling nuts held inside. Normally, there's nothing complicated about unscrewing a simple nut and bolt, but this isn't your average nut and bolt. The NUTCASE takes the form of an apparently unsolvable problem: two freely twistable nuts trapped on a bolt with a head on either side. The trick to disassembling the puzzle relies on not one but two hidden bits of unusual design, one on the bolt and one on the nuts. Spoilers ahead in the video on this page, so beware!

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Electric Skates of Today: RocketSkates R5 for Your Commute

Smart electric skates take skating to the next level. Today, we control just about everything from an app on our phone. Now you can control your skates during your commute. We are a long way from that old key that tightened skates over our shoes With ACTON RocketSkates R5, you can whiz around town at up to 7 mph. RocketSkates R5 is powered by two brush-less DC motors and get a range of up to 5 miles. Use our iOS & Android app tracks your route and reports distance travelled. Invoke searing jealously in everyone, everywhere. Not only will you arrive at your destination, but the R5s are great for core development!

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The Ultimate Star Wars Gas Grill is the TIE Fighter

Whether you're a supporter of the Empire or the Rebellion, the Star Wars™ TIE Fighter Portable Gas Grill is a versatile addition to your cooking arsenal. The TIE Grill is designed after one of the most well known and iconic Imperial fighters ever caught in a space battle. It features sleek lines and impressive fire power. Its Cast Aluminum body makes it easy to transport between your own backyard grilling space and your friend's house, and its Cast Iron cooking grid ensures that every patty and dog is grilled to perfection. The "eye" of this propane fueled grill boasts 220 square inches of cooking space, with two shelves on either side to hold your cooking utensils, meats, and other grilling supplies.

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The Smartest Doorbell in the World: Eques Veiu, Control Your House From the World

There is no doorbell on the market like this! Sure, there are camera-enabled doorbells but the Eques Veiu Smart Doorbell has "bells" and whistles like no other. You can protect those things that mean to most to you with peace of mind. You have the ability to keep an eye on your home through an in-house monitor as well as a smartphone app. Another attractive feature of the Veiu is there are no monthly cloud storage fees, your only expense is the hardware. The Eques App is available as a free download from both Google Play and the Apple App Store.

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