Software engineer by day, adventurer the rest of the time. Computer programmer, electronic maker, early adopter, beta tester. I have answers to any questions you think are too nerdy to ask. Until it comes to adventure sports, then I turn off the nerd and turn up the extreme. I’m a former competitive snowboarder athlete and judge that turned desk jockey to trade in a gondola for a cubicle. That all means you’ll find me where there is technology and fun!
If you were to make a list of the most unique vehicles on the road, you know that list would have to include the Polaris Slingshot. A sporty, one of a kind, head turning vehicle that blurs the lines between...
You'll recall a few months back, the Busted Wallet headquarters took the 2020 Polaris Slingshot R out for a spin to see how this "not car/not motorcycle" faired on the road. Spoiler alert: it was quite...
There is not much like the feeling of the open air on the open road. The choice usually comes down to whether you like that feeling with 2 wheels or 4 wheels. But at Polaris, they have created another option...
Safety during mountain biking is critical. The danger is what makes it so fun, but the right equipment gives you the confidence that you'll ride another day. The gear you choose is the most important decision...
The days of shopping for a mattress at a big box store are numbered. These are the days of buying a new mattress from your phone without ever leaving your existing (crappy) bed. This means that having a comfy...
One of the great outdoor brands when it comes to skiing & snowboarding apparel is no doubt, Helly Hansen. The name is trusted more than any other by professionals in the industry. So when it comes to the...
You might have seen some of our furry friends in other reviews before. It should come as no surprise that we love the animals that reign supreme in our house. The long-haired fluffy ones seem to have adopted...
Mustang Survival is arguably most well known for their industrial strength dry suits made to keep a person dry even if submerged in frigid arctic waters. They decided to take their know-how and use it to build...
Awhile back, we took a look at the JBL Charge 2 in a previous review. Fast forward to now and the Charge series of Bluetooth speakers from JBL have grown up a bit as we take a look at the latest iteration, the...
Mustang Survival is a company that has been around for over 50 years, but they might not be the first to mind when you list common makers of high-end gear unless you are involved in commercial marine...
You've no doubt seen parents riding bikes around with a trailer that is the cozy little chariot for their kids. But these days, kids aren't the only companions we like to bring with us. Let's not forget...
If you are a fan of craft beer, you've likely heard of one of the original breweries, Bell's who is always inventing new brews and delighting us with their classics. Recently, they excited us with a new...