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  • Gear
    Featured
    • Essentials: Whitetail Hunting 2018

      Bill Hartman
      October 25, 2018
      Featured, Gear, Hunt, Outdoors
    Recent
    • jack_wolfskin_ski_colorado_puffy_jacket_snowboard

      Jack Wolfskin 22-23 Winter Layers | Gear Review

      Mike Delia
      January 9, 2023
    • ANSER PATENT 55 PUTTER

      GOLD PLATED ANSER PATENT 55 PUTTER

      Josh Herder
      December 14, 2022
    • ULTIMATE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2022

      Geno Mallo
      December 9, 2022
    • 9.2Fresh UI

      Suunto 9 Peak Pro | Tech Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      November 30, 2022
    • 9.2Cozy

      Rumpl Original Puffy Blanket | Gear Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      November 5, 2022
    • 9.7Adventure Worthy

      Helly Hansen Outdoor Collection | Gear Review

      Mike Delia
      October 23, 2022
  • Sports
    Featured
    • 9.2Euphoric

      Xtreme Xperience Supercar Driving: Track Review

      Bill Hartman
      May 8, 2015
      Entertainment, Featured, Lifestyle, Luxury, Sports, Vehicles
      5 Comment
    Recent
    • 9.1eMTB Magic

      BULLS COPPERHEAD EVO AM 4 750 | Electric Mountain Bike Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      October 19, 2022
    • 9.3Big Views

      Smith Bobcat Sport Sunglasses | Gear Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      September 24, 2022
    • 9Rock-Solid

      RockyMounts BackStage Rack | Gear Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      July 10, 2022
    • 8.5Dirt Ready

      Patagonia 2022 Dirt Roamer | Collection Review

      Mike Delia
      June 6, 2022
    • 57Hours Park City Mountain Biking Experience

      Cole Soldwisch
      May 25, 2022
    • 9Excellent

      Cardo PACKTALK SKI – Gear Review

      Geno Mallo
      March 26, 2021
  • Tech
    Featured
    • 9.8Awesome

      Typhoon Q500 4K - Tech Review

      Bill Hartman
      August 24, 2015
      Featured, Photography, Reviews, Tech
      5 Comment
    Recent
    • 8.8Looks as good as it performs!

      V-Moda Crossfade 3 Headphones

      Tom Monaweck
      January 3, 2023
    • 9.2Fresh UI

      Suunto 9 Peak Pro | Tech Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      November 30, 2022
    • 9.2New Flagship

      Bowers & Wilkins Px8 | Tech Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      November 28, 2022
    • 9.2New & Improved

      Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2 | Tech Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      September 11, 2022
    • 9.5Excellent

      Cardo Packtalk Edge – Communications System

      Geno Mallo
      September 7, 2022
    • 9.4

      Klipsch The Fives Speakers | Tech Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      August 27, 2022
  • Style
    Featured
    • Burton - Fall '14 Collection

      Bill Hartman
      August 20, 2014
      Collections, Featured, Style
    Recent
    • jack_wolfskin_ski_colorado_puffy_jacket_snowboard

      Jack Wolfskin 22-23 Winter Layers | Gear Review

      Mike Delia
      January 9, 2023
    • ULTIMATE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2022

      Geno Mallo
      December 9, 2022
    • 9.7Adventure Worthy

      Helly Hansen Outdoor Collection | Gear Review

      Mike Delia
      October 23, 2022
    • 9.2Great

      Linksoul Summer ’22 Collection

      Geno Mallo
      July 6, 2022
    • 9.6Excellent

      Quiksilver Collection Review

      Geno Mallo
      September 17, 2021
    • 9Functional Style

      Arc’teryx Fraser Waterproof and Windproof Jacket – Gear Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      September 2, 2020
  • Hunt
    Featured
    • Essentials: Whitetail Hunting 2018

      Bill Hartman
      October 25, 2018
      Featured, Gear, Hunt, Outdoors
    Recent
    • 9.5Excellent

      Mustang Survival Greenwater Bag Review

      Bill Hartman
      April 21, 2020
    • 9.6Excellent

      Predator XL Minn Kota – Kayak Review

      Josh Herder
      March 6, 2020
      16
    • 8.5Good

      Midland X-Talker Two-Way Radio – Gear Review

      Mike Ver Duin
      September 23, 2019
    • 2020 Polaris Lineup – First Look

      Josh Herder
      July 29, 2019
    • Carbon Express X-Force Blade Pro Crossbow

      Josh Herder
      August 15, 2018
    • 9.3Excellent

      Champion Remote Start Inverter Generator

      Bill Hartman
      June 26, 2017
      3
  • Fitness
    Featured
    • Essentials: Running a 5k - Ladies Edition

      Bill Hartman
      June 19, 2014
      Featured, Fitness, Gear
    Recent
    • ULTIMATE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2022

      Geno Mallo
      December 9, 2022
    • 9.2Fresh UI

      Suunto 9 Peak Pro | Tech Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      November 30, 2022
    • 9.4All Day Comfort

      Chubbies Spring/Summer ’22 Collection | Gear Review

      Mike Delia
      September 11, 2022
    • 9.3Trail Worthy

      Patagonia Dirt Roamer Pack 20L | Gear Review

      Mike Delia
      August 13, 2022
    • ULTIMATE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2021

      Geno Mallo
      December 7, 2021
    • 9.5Excellet

      Tonal Apparel

      Geno Mallo
      December 3, 2021
  • Booze
    Featured
    • 6 Whiskys to Keep You Warm This Holiday Season

      Bill Hartman
      December 19, 2018
      Booze, Lifestyle
    Recent
    • 8.4Excellent

      Rabbit Hole Rye Whiskey – Drink of the Week

      Ande Scherf
      May 28, 2020
    • 9.4Excellent

      Hydro Flask 22 L Soft Cooler Pack Review

      Ande Scherf
      March 3, 2020
    • 8.6Unique

      PiggyBack Rye – Drink of the Week

      Josh Herder
      January 17, 2020
    • 8.1Sweet

      Bumbu XO – Drink of the Week

      Josh Herder
      January 3, 2020
    • 6.4Intense

      Hatfield & McCoy Whiskey – Drink of the Week

      Josh Herder
      December 11, 2019
    • 9.3Balanced

      Armand de Brignac Brut Gold – Drink of the Week

      Josh Herder
      November 6, 2019
  • Lifestyle
    Featured
    • 6 Whiskys to Keep You Warm This Holiday Season

      Bill Hartman
      December 19, 2018
      Booze, Lifestyle
    Recent
    • van_vanlife_travel_roadtrip

      MOBTOWN CONVERSIONS | Van Conversion Review

      Mike Delia
      January 13, 2023
    • jack_wolfskin_ski_colorado_puffy_jacket_snowboard

      Jack Wolfskin 22-23 Winter Layers | Gear Review

      Mike Delia
      January 9, 2023
    • 9.4All Day Comfort

      Chubbies Spring/Summer ’22 Collection | Gear Review

      Mike Delia
      September 11, 2022
    • 8.9Weekend Ready

      Yeti Hopper M30 Soft Cooler | Gear Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      December 9, 2021
    • 9.4Chilltastic

      RovR RollR 60 Cooler | Gear Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      November 9, 2021
    • 9.5Light & Secure

      Ombraz Armless Sunglasses | Gear Review

      Cole Soldwisch
      November 6, 2021
      2
  • Win
    Featured
    • Mizuno Play Famously Giveaway

      Bill Hartman
      April 2, 2014
      Featured, Win
    Recent
    • Giveaway: TRX Home2 System

      Busted Wallet Staff
      September 3, 2019
    • Giveaway: Magellan Cyclo 505

      Busted Wallet Staff
      May 9, 2016
      1
    • Giveaway: Monster adistar Headphones

      Busted Wallet Staff
      March 24, 2016
      3
    • Feather Camera Crane Giveaway

      Busted Wallet Staff
      June 22, 2015
      3
    • Scosche boomBOTTLE Giveaway

      Busted Wallet Staff
      April 17, 2015
    • Gerber Legend Giveaway

      Busted Wallet Staff
      February 23, 2015
      1
  • Videos
    Featured
    • Halloween: The Complete Collection

      Bill Hartman
      October 14, 2014
      Entertainment, Featured, FIlm, Videos
    Recent
    • Friday The 13th: The Complete Collection

      Brad DesNoyers
      September 13, 2019
      4
    • 9.8Excellent

      Yuneec Typhoon H – Tech Review

      Geno Mallo
      March 22, 2017
    • 9Excellent

      The Master’s Hammer and Chisel – Fitness Review

      Ande Scherf
      May 19, 2016
    • 9.3Excellent

      360fly Camera – Tech Review

      Geno Mallo
      March 2, 2016
      1
    • 8.9Very Good

      Touchjet Pond Projector – Tech Review

      Nicholas Occhipinti
      November 9, 2015
    • Captain Morgan Cannon Blast Crawl 2015

      Stefanie Herder
      October 19, 2015
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  • ULTIMATE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2022
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Author Bill Hartman

Bill Hartman

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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!

9.4

2021 Polaris Slingshot R – Road Test

Bill Hartman
December 23, 2021
Featured, Motorcycle, Reviews, Vehicles
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...

2021 Polaris Slingshot – First Look

Bill Hartman
December 11, 2020
Featured, Motorcycle, Tech, Vehicles
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...
9.2HEAD-TURNING

2020 Polaris Slingshot R – Road Test

Bill Hartman
August 24, 2020
Featured, Motorcycle, Reviews, Vehicles
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...
10THE BEST

POC Tectal Race SPIN NFC Helmet – Gear Review

Bill Hartman
May 22, 2020
Featured, Gear, Outdoors, Sports, Tech
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...
9.7Awesome

Leesa Hybrid Mattress – Sleep Review

Bill Hartman
May 14, 2020
Featured, Home, Reviews
1 Comment
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...
9.9OUTSTANDING

Helly Hansen Alpha LIFALOFT – Gear Review

Bill Hartman
April 24, 2020
Featured, Gear, Outdoors, Snow, Sports
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...
9.5Great

Dyson V7 Animal Pro Vacuum – Tech Review

Bill Hartman
April 23, 2020
Featured, Home, Reviews, Tech
1 Comment
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...
9.5Excellent

Mustang Survival Greenwater Bag Review

Bill Hartman
April 21, 2020
Camping, Featured, Gear, Hunt, Outdoors, Travel
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...
9.1Great

JBL Charge 4 – Tech Review

Bill Hartman
November 25, 2019
Apps, Entertainment, Featured, Music, Outdoors, Reviews, Tech
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...
9.8

Mustang Survival Taku – Gear Review

Bill Hartman
October 15, 2019
Featured, Gear, Outdoors, Reviews
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...
9.3Excellent

Burley Tail Wagon – Gear Review

Bill Hartman
September 30, 2019
Featured, Fitness, Gear, Outdoors, Reviews
1 Comment
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...

Bell’s Light Hearted Ale – First Look

Bill Hartman
September 6, 2019
Booze, Featured
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...
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Recent Posts

  • van_vanlife_travel_roadtrip

    MOBTOWN CONVERSIONS | Van Conversion Review

    Mike Delia
    January 13, 2023
  • jack_wolfskin_ski_colorado_puffy_jacket_snowboard

    Jack Wolfskin 22-23 Winter Layers | Gear Review

    Mike Delia
    January 9, 2023
  • 8.8Looks as good as it performs!

    V-Moda Crossfade 3 Headphones

    Tom Monaweck
    January 3, 2023

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