The Smart Parts Ion is a great electronic starter gun.  Even without an upgraded board, it'll keep up with any electric hopper you have.  The Ion can be had for cheaper now due to the new Proto Rails being the standard starter gun this year.   It's a great buy for ~$100 without upgrades, since slower, unreliable Tippmann 98 customs cost ~$75.  I've had ...

These UnderArmor Escape Shorts are great for running any time of the year!  Made with wicking material that UnderArmor developed, these have been around for a while and have caused numerous imitators from the likes of Nike and other sports brands. The shorts are comfortable and loose, and even if worn under pants or longer shorts they keep you nice and cool.   I've been using...

My friend let me borrow the Diablo Wrath when my other paintball marker was away for repairs.  This is a great starter gun, easily equal to the Ion in terms of performance but it doesn't have as many upgrades.  This is great introduction electronic gun that allows you to get the hang of other electronic guns but doesn't require quite as much maintenance.  However, like mo...

Thirty years have passed since Star Wars became a worldwide phenomenon.  The recent 30th anniversary collection of toys from Hasbro have been made to commemorate this fact. This R2-D2 figure is a prime example of how far plastics and pre-painted technology has advanced during that time.  You'll note that the figure has better articulation, incorporating G.I. Joe-like articulation ...

GNC Pro Performance is a cheap set of nutritional supplements for a serious athlete.  If you look at the nutritional information sheets, these products are exactly the same as name-brand products but cost much cheaper.  Even without the cheap $15 GNC GoldCard, which gives you 20% off purchases, it's less than a dollar per scoop! Considering the amount of protein, fats, and carbs i...

Body Sprays are what you pick if you just want to spray and go.  If you dislike anti-perspirants and prefer to stick with deodorants, like me, they're perfect.  Old Spice is no different.The fragrance is similar to other body sprays.  These are not colognes so I don't expect the smells to be markedly different.  But, it smells like a typical manly cologne/spray and d...

A friend of mine let me borrow this product and I haven't been able to put it down ever since! This is a classic iPod that can be used as a portable hard-drive. However, because of the amount of hard-disk space, this thing is a brick compared to the smaller mp3 players.  You'll also need to carry the usb/firewire cable to use the device as a portable hard-drive.Aside from that, it&...

Energizer has jumped on the bandwagon of the latest technology in rechargeable batteries, the NiMH with this product!  This battery is amazing as far as rechargeable batteries go. It lasts a long time for those electronics that use up a whole lot of power in a relatively short amount of time. A friend let me borrow this battery for my paintball gun and I've been happy with it ever...

World in Conflict: the new near-modern military game.  This is one of those rare real-time tactical (not to be confused with real-time strategy that requires base-building and resource harvesting) games. It does not disappoint! This game fills a niche in the PC wargaming genre.  There are plenty of games that cater to far future (Supreme Commander, Starcraft), WW2, or medieval pa...

The PowerBar Recovery is designed to be used after workouts.  And it works. If you look at the nutritional label it gives a good amount of carbs and protein for a post-workout bar.  The fat content is fine considering the typical whey-based protein powders, but the saturated fat is at 23% for this 260 cal snack.  This probably has to do with the variety I chose, the Peanut B...

Stuff Magazine is like "Maxim", but it's obvious by the language and style it's made for teenagers.  Most articles are about products, no doubt endorsements, and there is rarely a meaningful article.  However, you should give the magazine the benefit of doubt since it's made for adolescents who somehow haven't caught up with technology and still rely on magzi...

Star Wars! Everyone knows that anything to do with Star Wars is good, right? Well this game is no exception. Featuring an easy-to-learn set of rules but a deep, immersive set of rules, this game is perfect for both young and old Star Wars fans!The basic game is easy. Open some packs, get your starships, and move them around a tiled board and roll dice while you shoot each other.  This game...

The Creative Assembly guys have did it again! The new Medieval 2 total war sets the bar even higher when it comes to real-time tactical historical games.  Medieval 2 has updated graphics, AI, and gameplay allowing for a more immersive experience for the casual gamer.  This game has a little something for everybody. If you're a wargamer at heart and prefer to take your time making ...

Games Workshop's Warhammer 40,000 game (or 40k as it's more commonly known) has been a staple in the science fiction wargaming genre for two decades. Using innovative, at the time, squad control and vehicular control, it has been mimicked by other games ever since. It has evolved for being a hero-focused game to a squad-focused game during its time, but it still retains the basic f...

The World of Warcraft TCG is a great add-in to the popular online game. The $20 listed is only for the starter set, but like all collectible card games it requires a larger collection for the best game experience which requires buying packs at $4 each. It's a little pricy but it's on par with other card games and it's cheaper to buy whole boxes rather than individual packs.Aside fro...

The I-CY penguin is one of the mp3-player toys offered by Hasbro. These toys are supposed to be reasonable mp3 players that also light up and move while playing.  However, the cons vastly outweigh the pros since the only thing going for it are flashy lights, battery life, and a tilting motion as it plays the music.The list of negatives about this product is long.  First, the audi...

This lotion is a great one for those of us with dry skin.  The product does not disappoint as the lotion really does keep your skin moist for a long time and it feels more watery rather than oily on application.  The lotion is nice and light, unlike some lotions which are thick and are a pain to spread.  This lotion spreads like warm butter. The lotion does not have a noticeable ...

Fossil is known more for its watches, but its wallets are also of top quality.  This cheap $20 wallet is quite durable since it's made from soft leather and folds quite easily.  There are many card slots in the front, meaning you can easily pull out which one you need, but each slot can only hold one or two cards and with two cards it's tight, so it's only easy to store on...

The Gel Ink pens are the latest in pen technology.  These pens come with a sleek ink that flows smoothly. I've never had this pen clog on me, even when the outside rollerball gets gunk. It still flows, but it's recommended to use a tissue to remove the gunk first. The rubber support gives the pen a soft feel, especially if your hand is prone to cramping.  The grip is slim and ...

This cheap shredder may only cost $50, but it outperforms other shredders in the price range and will serve you well as long as you're not a secretary in an office shredding paper all day.  This shredder is best for personal or home-office use.  Unlike many other shredders at this price range, this shredder cross-shreds. Most only shred paper into strips, which given enough time s...