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What comes to mind when I say WineRack? Do you think of your favorite Merlot or Chardonnay? Perhaps a vintage bottle you enjoyed with family and friends? Do you fantasize about a picnic by the sea or a sunset balloon ride? Whatever comes to mind I am sure it is not what I am about to share with you.

Behold the WineRack. I wish I were kidding, but this is not a joke, you are not being punk’d. As I have shared before I think plagiarism is the lowest form of theft. I will quote from Firebox.com, because I assure you I could have never penned these words about the WineRack:

“Just think, secretly guzzling from your gazongas means no more waiting in line and paying for overpriced drinks at festivals, gigs and games. The savings from just one event will pay for your WineRack™ and still leave you with enough change to buy some pretzels - not that you’ll be buying anything for yourself with a chest this impressive.”

Although the WineRack is not the ideal Father’s Day gift I hear Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties everywhere screaming for more.

If you need a Gag gift or you are planning to join a Frat or Sorority House this is one item you can’t live without.

In the immortal stolen words of Keith Oberman, “Good night and Good Luck!”

Skymall is the most awesome shop to hit the web. Years ago, Skymall was available only while flying or a frequent flyer could bring the catalog off the plane and call the 800 number. Now Skymall is available any time anywhere, with the coolest gifts for any occasion.

Have you ever been on a transatlantic flight? If you have flown over the ocean you know how crowded those flights can be. If you have ever asked for a blanket and been told by the flight attendant there were no blankets left, you know how long those flights can seem. Worse yet have you asked for a blanket and then received a small itchy dry cleaned rectangular shaped piece of cloth that is only able to cover your shoulders or your legs but not both and there is just no hope for your feet?

Well happy days are here again! Thanks to the Slanket offered on Skymall no one will freeze again. The Slanket is the best blanket - without trouble - for snuggling up with a book or laptop computer. Simply slide your arms in the 13″ -wide sleeves and then turn pages, type, knit or do anything else with your hands without uncovering your body.

The Slanket is made of soft foldable material that will fit easily in any carry on bag. If your man travels and needs to get some rest this is the perfect way to make him feel at home even when he isn’t. There is a variety of colors and a plethora of comfort to be had.

I normally do not lift items from other websites. I am on the net all the time and continually read mission statements, vision statements, letters to readers and the like.

Lucky Brand Jeans wrote a piece on their “about us” page that reminded me of another time. Okay I wil spare you the I was so innocent part, but I will say things were simple, people were more easy going and less on the go.

I have chosen to use their words instead of my own. I can’t tell you how Lucky Brand Jeans will feel to you, but I can tell you how they feel about you!

“Lucky Brand Jeans is about a moment in time, about America, youth and courage. The brand stands for a time when quality and pride came first. Lucky Brand Jeans has always marched to the tune of its own drummer, never lining up to do it like everybody else…

Lucky Brand Jeans is about the summer before you went off to college, the friends you grew up with, freedom from the past and no fear for what lies ahead. It’s laughing at something you’re really too old to still find funny. It’s the last moment of innocence as you travel into adulthood.”

It is almost Memorial Day! It is time for hot guys to have the coolest new looks! Lucky Brand Jeans has just what the doctor ordered.

If you like loose fit, straight leg, or boot cut, Lucky has something for everyone. LBJ is not only offering jeans either. They have rockin accessories from ipod speakers to sunglasses and everything in between.

One of the hottest summer time items is the new plaid shorts! These Sunset Shorts show a little leg and a rock hard bottom. They will probably make you say I feel Lucky! If you prefer a less attention getting look the Turf Shorts are equally as handsome and come in a color called Chino, otherwise known as beige.

Everyone knows man’s best friend is a pooch! Lucky has pulled out all the stops to make sure your four-legged family member is not left out.

If you aren’t feeling lucky…maybe you should!

Actually, everyone who has entered so far WILL win a prize.  No joke.  With the entry period half over, I have more prizes than I have entrants.  What’s wrong?  We have more than enough subscribers, you’ve just got to enter!

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On another note, we have some more gifts to give away!  Our friends at Spicy Times have stepped up to the plate.  Their store is pretty cool.  They’ve got a nice selection of Tabasco and Chiliwear merchandise.  Everything from hats and shirts, to boxers and golf head covers.  Their stuff is even worn by the PGA pros.  Their CHILIWEAR Performance Camp shirts are worn by Jim Furyk and their TABASCO shirts are worn by Woody Austin and Kirk Triplett!

They always have free priority mail shipping in the USA and focus all their efforts on your customer satisfaction.  The owners tell me that they rarely have returns, which to me is a great measure on how well a store does satisfying their customers.

So for the Birthday Bash Give Away, we will have three prizes from Spicy Times.  You could win either a Pepper Head Cover, a Tabasco Cap, or a Jim Furyk Performance Camp Shirt! 

Be sure to stop by Spicytimes.com and take a look at the other stuff they’ve got.

So it seems that I’m not the only one going crazy for marble runs as evidenced by the versions I’m starting to see on other blogs lately.  Both UberReview and OhGizmo! featured this Magetix I-Coaster. 

Then I saw over at Thoughts From The Sidelines this guy.

 This one will be harder to get though, the product page is all in Japanese (Chinese?).

Remember these other options as well.  Remember awhile back I told you about the Perpetual Tower Marble Run:

And I also told you about The Chaos Tower:

So remember, fun for him comes in all different sizes!

Hey All, I wanted to direct your attention to our new sponsor, Energy This. If your man is into the whole energy drink craze, like so many of us are, he’s probably spending a fortune on them. Energy This is the store for you. Buy in bulk and save. Plus they’ve got free shipping on all orders! Or get him a gift certificate.

On a side note, Brock, the guy at Energy This, was telling me about his girlfriend getting him tickets to a Florida State football game for his birthday. I asked Brock if this was out of character for her. His response was: “Let’s just say I’ve dated her for 2.5 years and we’ve been to one football game because we got free tickets to a NFL game in Tampa. She tolerates the Saturday football games, but by no means is she a HUGE football fan. I was extremely surprised.”

So, lets all give a cheer for Brock’s girlfriend. She has made excellent use of men’s gifts rule #7.

Welcome to the October 12, 2007 edition of men’s gift ideas.

Michelle Sweeney presents Still stuck posted at My New Shiny Shoes.

Peter Crump presents He Wants Sex, She Wants Romance. Its A Fundamental Mismatch posted at Find That Gift For Him.

Doris Chua presents Skin Care for Men posted at Doris Chua: Organics & Your Health.

Kevin Fleming presents My New Satellite TV Review posted at Satellite TV Guru, saying, “Great Gift For Men, Watch Satellite TV on your PC while your browsing the internet or working.”

Michael@TSM presents Fall TSM Travel Writing Contest: Win $125! posted at New Wii Fitness Game Coming Soon posted at FitBuff.com’s Total Mind and Body Fitness Blog, saying, “Even though most men have outgrown their “video game phase,” the new Nintendo Wii is selling out across the board, from kids to grandparents. I’m not a big video game fan myself, but I know I’d love to try one of these out.”

That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition ofmen’s gift ideas using our carnival submission form.
Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.

Welcome to the Men’s Gifts Blog Carnival

Peter Crump presents The MonsterPod. A Gift For A Photographer posted at Find That Gift For Him, saying, “What in the world is it? I couldn’t work it out at first, but it wasn’t all that hard. It’s a great gift for a man who’s into his photography.”

Ron King presents LifeCell Skin Cream - Amazing Transformation posted at Wrinkle Review.

Alvaro Fernandez presents Brain Fitness Program 2.0, MindFit, and much more on Brain Training posted at SharpBrains, saying, “What about a brain training game?”

edithyeung presents How to Correctly Ask a Man for What You Want posted at Gift Baskets for Dad posted at Pajama Mommy.

Amanda Harris presents What Dad Wants… posted at Pajama Mommy.

Kevin Fleming presents Sirius Satellite Radio Review - Satellite TV Guru posted at Satellite TV Guru, saying, “Satellite TV Guru reviews Sirius Satellite Radio - a perfect gift for men on any occasion!”

Doris Chua presents Something For The Men Too! posted at Welcome to DorisGoShopping.com.

Michelle Sweeney presents The Sun Herald/Coupons for Dads posted at Tonic Gifts.

That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition of men’s gift ideas using our carnival submission form. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.

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