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When you eat at a fancy steak house, don’t you just love it when they bring out the steak, sizzling hot right on its own little metal tray? You can hear it coming and the steam leaves a trail right to your table.
Well now he can look like a pro at home with these Sizzling Platter and Eating Tray. The stainless inserts keep the meat hot while the stylish wood base protects the table, and the eater. Inserts are dishwasher safe. Discounts for purchasing multiple pieces.
Ever use a GPS in your car for navigation? Oh, it’s awesome. Mine has a sexy female voice that tells me where to go. I call her Tawny.
In the years that I like to call B.K. (i.e. before kids), I had a motorcycle. My wife was totally against it. She thought it was dangerous, blah, blah. That is until she rode on it. From then on she was hooked. She wanted to ride all the time. Of course the bike went the way of the dodo when she got pregnant for the first time. It was just way to expensive of a toy to never have the time to ride it. I’ll get another one some day.
Anyway, I loved taking the bike out exploring. Just get on a road and see where it takes you. Doing that gave me the opportunity to really get to know the area I lived at the time. I wanted to get more hard core into it, and go on longer rides further from home. However, I didn’t because I was always afraid of getting lost. Sure, I could carry a map in my pocket, but come on.
When I do get a new motorcycle, I’ll totally get this TomTom Rider 2. This GPS is specifically made for mounting to your bike. Plus it’s upgraded with lots of biker friendly features including wireless headset to hear the instructions in your helmet, glove-friendly touch screen, preloaded scenic routes, plus it’s waterproof and vibration resistant. Now, this puppy isn’t cheap, but then again, neither was that bike. There is an optional car mount that you can get to help justify the expense to your wife.
I can imagine keeping the thing off on the way out; looking for interesting roads and happily getting lost in the countryside. Then, when I’ve had enough, switch it on and let it lead me home. Also seen at Gizmodo.
Regardless what anyone tells you, drinking and knives are not a good mix. Sooner or later you will cut yourself. I love Coronas, sitting out on the back porch, listening to Jimmy Buffett.
Here is the perfect accessory for that leisurely afternoon. This Lemon/Lime Slicer is much like the apple slicer I remember as a kid. Just add fruit, push down the guillotine cutting blades, and you’ve got perfect wedges ready for the bottle.
The LEGO is 75 years old! Really? I can 100% guarantee this, your guy remembers playing with LEGOs as a kid. He may still play with his kid’s LEGOs. Who knows? But like I’ve said before, getting him gifts that remind him of his childhood are always a hit (see men’s gifts rule #3).
I thought this LEGO key rack was interesting. No more lost key rings. The LEGO piece is snaps into the handy rack for safe keeping. Check out the LEGO store for more cool stuff. Also seen at Geek Alerts.
End the arguments over who is winning. Perfect for any outdoor game, the Outdoor Score Station keeps the game fair. The metal support stake keeps the score right where everyone can see. Includes markers for four players and two cup holders. This would go perfectly with our horseshoe alternative.
Beer Can Chicken is one of my most favorite things to cook on the grill. You just can’t go wrong with the tasty and tender meat you get with this method. The only problem I ever have is that it can get a little precarious with the bird balanced right on a beer can inside the grill. I’m always worried that I’m going to knock it over.
Well the Chicken Beeroaster solves that problem. Instead of ramming the beer can itself inside the chicken, you pour the beer out into the cylinder. A nice wide base keeps the chicken sturdy. Easily add spices to the beer as well. Made of stainless steel and easy to clean. Click here for more information
I’ll confess to being a beer guy. I’ll drink wine, but not regularly, and other than rum, I’m not into most hard stuff. Beer is simple, easy, and always available.
I’ve often thought about trying to make my own. Problem is, there seems to be huge start up cost, plus it looks confusing. Ever go to a home brew store? They got these huge glass jars, lots of coiled up tubing, different kinds of grains and hops, and on and on and on. Whoa, step back. Can’t I just start simple.
Now, I haven’t tried it, but The Beer Machine seems like a really interesting way to get your feet wet. With four different models available, surely one will work for him. The directions seem simple enough. Add water. Add a beer mix. Seal it up and wait 7-10 days. Honestly, I really have a hard time believing it’s that simple. Could it be? Are you listening beer machine guys? I’d really like to try it out!
Beyond the machine, there are lots of different mixes to try out. So whether he likes dark, light, or any beer in between you can find something for his taste. Each batch makes 28 12oz servings. Most of the mixes appear to be around $25-$30 for a three pack of mixes. So, assuming $10 a batch, and 28 beers a batch, that’s around $.36 a beer. When’s the last time you got a draft beer for 35 cents? I’m beginning to really hope this thing works.
Give it a try and let me know. Click here for more information
I’ve been wanting to play horse-shoes in my backyard. Problem is, to really do it right, you’ve got to build a pit. This involves railroad ties, sand, and some way to make the pole really sturdy. Quite an undertaking; plus you may not want that set-up permanently in your yard.
Well I may have found a really great alternative. This Bulls-Eye Washers set is a game very similar to horse-shoes. Two to four players toss the washers at the target. The center cup is worth three points; anywhere else in the box is worth one. First to 21 wins! This prevents permanent damage to your yard because you take in the boxes when you are done. Also perfect for playing with the kids as you just keep the targets closer together; but move them farther apart when the guys come over. All packs together in a nice convenient carrying case. Click here for more information
