The Survival Bands by Re Factor Tactical carry all the essentials on your wrist allowing you to survive anytime, any place. They feature a can opener, fishing line and fishing hook, a flint fire starter rod, 12´of 550 Paracord, a handcuff key, and a buckle with a built-in whistle. The complete survival band will knock you back $49.95, a smaller version is available wich includes 12´ of paracord for survival situations costing $12.

You can also pick the classic Survival band from amazon

Innovative product by Dutch designer Cesar Van Rongen, the bike spikes are the equivalent of snow chains but for bicycles. Riding in snowy conditions and ice is not an easy task, with this in mind Cesar created these bike spikes. They are made of six flexible parts that attach together with a metal wire in order to tighten onto the bike wheel. They can be placed and removed very quickly, and when not in need can be folded into a small compact bag. Watch the video
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After hours admiring your new iPhone design, you will want to protect it but still keep the beautiful design in sight. We recently came across these good looking cases by id America. You can choose from two options, ice case(transparent) or the dry ice case(frosted).

The all-new Lifeproof case for the iPhone 5 will ensure your prized gadget is protected from water, snow, dirt and shock! The case is light weigth and has a sleek design, it allows you to fully submerge it under water down to 6,6´/2m for up to 30 minutes, and is designed to military specifications to survive a 6,6´/2m fall. It is also fully enclosed and sealed to keep minute dirt, dust, snow & ice out.

You can purchase the Lifeproof case for iPhone 4/4s at Amazon

This cool tactical pen by Boker, mimics a bolt action rifle. If you´re looking for a tactical pen with a twist look no further, with a  "bolt action" mechanism and "click" open and close will make it difficult to put this pen down. It also works as an effective self defense tool as well. The only problem is won´t be able to stop fidgeting with it...

Modified by German customizer GWF, this 2002 Mercedes Benz G500 features a stretched chassis, 4-door double Cabin, and is fitted with 38-inch special tires for off-road terrain. The beast is equipped with a V8 engine with a capacity of 5.0 liters. This serious conversion, finished in a menacing matte black, was up for grabs recently at ebay for $99,000, with the reserve not being met. So keep an eye open for next auction...

Revolights is another product that was made available thanks to a very successful Kickstarter campaign. The revolutionary bike lighting system consists of two thin profile LED arcs (white in front, red in back) that clip on to your wheels. They provide cyclists with superior lighting and illuminate the path in front of them, casting 360 degrees, they illuminate not only the ground but road signs and elevated obstacles. It also makes it easier for others to sight the rider, ensuring maximum safety. Watch the video
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Remember the Magic Cube virtual computer keyboard we featured? Now a smaller, ultra-portable version is available with a compact, keychain design. The device is connected to your smartphone, laptop or tablet via Bluetooth or USB, and a revolutionary laser technology projects a virtual keyboard on any flat surface. Available exclusively at Brookstone.
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Keret House was designed by Jakub Szczesny of Warsaw-based studio Centrala, it is the world´s narrowest house! Measuring only 3.02 feet at its narrowest point and 4.99 feet at its widest point, the house is very compact but has everything that a house needs, a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and work desk. watch the video

We have featured HTP(Human Time Project) a couple of times before, a company created to aid health care workers in third world countries by selling fashionable watches. In  other words, for every watch sold, another will be given to a health care worker that needs one. To celebrate the company´s one year anniversary they have created a special edition watch, a stylish, military look timepiece with a vintage style hand sown leather strap. Only 100 will be available so be quick to order.

Also check out their other watches:
- HTP-1
- HTP-M

Back in August this year Confederate Motorcycle collector James Hoegh made history breaking the land speed record for big block American V-twin engine motorcycles. He was riding a X132 Hellcat Combat Prototype on an average top speed of  172.211mph. Now Confederate are producing a limited edition of 36 handcrafted examples of this machine, for $72,000 you can own this record-breaking piece of motorcycle history. Watch the video and check out James Hoegh´s record breaking speed run on the Bonneville Salt Flats.

Also check out these other striking bikes by Confederate Motorcycles:
- B120 Wraith
- P120 Fighter
- X132 Hellcat

Whether for the bedroom, office, living room or any other room, the IdeaPaint is undoubtedly a great invention, both decorative and functional. Turn your entire wall into a whiteboard, you can write and erase whenever you want. Simply apply the IdeaPaint CLEAR over your wall paint, and you will have a big dry-erase surface that can be any color. Write in meetings, record ideas, transform any space into a creative place! Watch the video

You can get it in Europe here

The gentlemans umbrella meets the warriors sword! With the cool Samurai umbrella you will be begging for rain, and when it starts pouring you can whip it out like a ninja...The umbrella was designed by Materious for Kikkerland and features an authentic samurai sword handle replica. It easily opens with a push of a button and comes with a nylon scabbard and adjustable shoulder strap for wearing on your back. Rain, be prepared to be defeated!

You can get it in Europe here

Some time ago we did a feature on the "Cobra Tag", a sensor you can attach to your keys, purse, computer bag, or any other item you want to protect from loss. It was developed by Phone Halo. Now the company have a new project, the Wallet TrackR. The Wallet TrackR is a small device the size of a credit card that keeps you from losing your wallet. All you have to do is place the device in your wallet and connect it to your smartphone via a free app. The Wallet TrackR app gently notifies you that you may be leaving your wallet behind, you can even track it via GPS! Watch the video

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Want to look good on the slopes? Need some hi-tech gear for you radical descents? we rounded up some of our favorite picks from our "snow" section. Check out some more photos and product details after the jump...

Nike´s air force 1 goes back to a classic 1982 profile with design details inspired by combat boots. They feature a mesh and leather upper constructed of durable canvas, with premium oiled suede, and full length Air-Sole and rubber outsole. A shoe that combines cushioned comfort with militant style. via

You can get them at Kith online store, from Nike or from Amazon

Get them in Europe here

You might recall the Stråhattfabriken (Straw Hat Factory) project we featured, a beautiful apartment block in Stockholm by Oscar Properties. They have done their magic again on this old leather factory (Laderfabriken) and applied their trademark style of industrial character and a typical turn of the century look.

Some time ago we did a feature on the Fast Pack Lightspeed by TAD (Triple Aught Design). Today we feature the higher-capacity FAST Pack EDC, a day pack that combines the advanced ergonomics found in mountaineering packs with the rugged construction and practical modularity of tactical gear. The EDC is covered in PALS webbing allowing you to attach various pouches on the side or back of the bag and customize it for your specific needs. The bag is made of the toughest, most durable materials to ensure you get through your toughest adventures.