Meraki Solar-Powered Wi-Fi Repeater
December 11, 2008
The Meraki Solar is a completely self-sustained outdoor Wi-Fi repeater. The base model starts at $850 if you provide your own solar panels, and can get as expensive as $1,500 for their higher density panels. This is the ideal solution for city planners, or people with huge acreage.
Gas Powered Snowboard
December 1, 2008
Scooters are to Go-Peds like snowboards are to this vehicle. The Gas Powered Snowboard ($2,000) is powered by a 6.5 hp motor allowing the snow surfer to travel up to 18 mph for 2 hours on 3/4-gallon of gasoline. Made of aluminum and plastic, the board features; two cleated footpads, adjustable height throttle control, and a tethered auto-off switch.
EasyBloom Plant Sensor
October 30, 2008
Anyone can get the green-thumb with EasyBloom Plant Sensor. It allows you to determine which plants will thrive in a specific spot in your yard or home. EasyBloom can also diagnose an ailing plant so you can bring it back to health. The steak features detailed plant information on over 5000+ plants and lets you store your favorites in a database on their site. Simply put the EasyBloom in the ground near your plant for one day, then connect the EasyBloom to your computer via USB. After that you will know everything you need to about the health and condition of your plant.
Remote Controlled Ferrari Arno XI Hydroplane
October 24, 2008
There has been a lot of exotic boats on this site, but this is the first one that is remote control. Its a 1:10 scale hydroplane boat modeled after the Ferrari Arno XI. In 1953 the Ferrari Arno XI set a world 800kg-class speed record of 150.49 mph. Surprisingly this little guy can do 20 mph which scaled up would be way faster than the real thing. You can get the the remote controlled Ferrari Arno XI hydroplane for $2,000 while the real thing is priceless. Another view.
Action Mobil
October 17, 2008
Based out of Austria, Action Mobil has been making expedition vehicles since 1979. The Globecruiser (pictured above) is their latest model which is based on the MAN TGA 6×6 platform. The Globecruiser is powered by a giant 783ci turbodiesel (530 hp), and has 4 x 240W solar panels. The two fuel tanks hold 219 gallons, while the water tank holds 154 gallons. This monster should be available in 2009 for $670,000. Read the rest of this entry »
Tony Hawk and Bam Margera Signed Skateboards
October 17, 2008
Neiman Marcus has been offering some crazy unique and one of a kind gifts this year. But what caught my eye are these signed skateboard decks ($400) from Tony Hawk and Bam Margera. Another picture.
Dragonflyer X6
September 26, 2008
Starting at $15,000 the Dragonflyer X6 is quite the radio controlled aircraft. It is used in professional photography, military, and emergency applications. The X6 is basically a six-rotor co-axial r/c helicopter used for aerial photography/surveillance. See more photos.
Electric Chair Halloween Prop
September 23, 2008
This insane Electric Chair Halloween Prop ($1,795.00) will scare the crap out of anyone! Push the button and you hear electrical wind up. The chair fires, and he launches into a frenzy. The electrocution ends and he comments as the machinery winds down. Due to intense thrashing, you’ll need to chain or bolt the chair down! It is powered by an air compressor (not included). I know you are thinking Halloween is still a month away, but special item objects like this can take up to 4 – 8 weeks for delivery.
Derbi DH 2.0
August 16, 2008
Derbi has a sweet little bike in the works. The DH 2.0 could be described as a motorized mountain bike. Its name Derbi means DERived from BIcycles, and the DH suggests the design is derived from Down Hill bike racing. The frame is completely minimalistic which keeps the weight down to only 88lbs! The DH 2.0 is powered by a 100cc air cooled 4 stroke engine. It features; underseat exhaust, inverted fork, and an air monoshock rear suspension. There is no word on pricing or availabiltiy yet. You can go to Derbi and take a survey about this bike. See full specs and more photos.
Folding Greenhouse
May 29, 2008
Daniel Schipper designed this lightweight greenhouse for people in urban areas. It has a frameless modular construction and is made of recyclable plastic. The Folding Greenhouse is small enough to be stored almost anywhere. Its too bad there is no info on production nor pricing. Best bet might be to try and make one yourself. See more photos.
