Check out this sweet trailer hitch hammock rig. Whether you’re looking to relax in the great outdoors or getting ready for the big game, this hammock rig is just perfect. Hook up and hang out like never before, then pack everything up and toss it in the back of your pickup truck when you’re done. […]
Hammer-proof gloves save your fingers from almost everything
Flattening a digit is one of the most cringe-worthy construction accidents that doesn’t involve a severed extremity. Jorge Sgombic, an inventor from Chile, created these hammer-proof gloves to prevent some common work place accidents. The Mark VIII safety gloves are designed to stop knives, hammers, chisels, and more from slicing or crushing the tips (and […]
Simple one-handed fire starter you need in your bug out bag
The Blast Match is a flint based fire starter that can be operated with one hand. This simple tool is great for any survivalist looking to make the most out of their bug out bag. It generates three times the heat of an ordinary match and doesn’t rely on a liquid fuel source like a […]
Cool trick is the best way to put away your ratchet strap
The guys over at Swedish Homestead have a cool trick for storing a ratchet strap. This trick keeps everything tight and out of the way, but ready for action when you need it. It’s not the perfect trick if you need to throw the strap over your load, but it’s still a great way to […]
The beautiful process required to make heavy duty chain
Have you ever wondered how chains are made? Sure, its just a few dozen pieces of linked steel, but how are they bent into shape? In this segment taken from the Science Channel’s How It’s Made we take a look at two types of chains being made. The process is surprisingly beautiful.
Fireman’s trick to save your life if you’re alone and choking
If you ever find yourself choking at home alone, this trick could very well save your life! What would you do? Jeff Rehmen, a fireman, has the answer. He shows a helpful technique to help clear the airway if you find yourself choking. It’s similar to the abdominal thrust you might use on a friend […]
Building an alcohol mortar launcher at home
Here’s a great summertime project from NightHaksInLight. The YouTuber shows off his home made soda bottle mortar launcher built from spare parts lying around his garage. He calls this a “Nerf style artillery project” as a modified form of his older bottle rockets. In the video below he shows off his “crew-served” spud gun and […]
Cannonball beer growler just in time for Father’s Day
Why drink out of a ceramic jug like a hillbilly when you could drink from a cannon ball? That’s the basic premise behind these sweet beer growlers made by Terracotta Republic. Available on Amazon for around $69, these 6″ stoneware growlers hold a 1/2 gallon of beer in style with a 19th century style cam-lever […]
The newest way to build a pool in your backyard is also the most affordable
It’s that time of year again, HOT! As the weather gets warmer, a cool dip in the pool seems all the more inviting. Meet the Stock Tank pools, the latest trend that’s incredibly affordable. Using little more than a pump and a large livestock water trough, these DIY swimming enthusiasts have come up with some […]
Star Wars grill will make sure your Wookie burgers aren’t too Chewy
Celebrate Star Wars day every day with the TIE fighter grill. This portable gas grill is great for use in the back yard, pavilion, or camp site. The wings fold up to create a pair of side tables and the “radar display” is actually a built in thermometer. The grill itself features a 220 square […]