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altered electric skateboards for real speed demons

Back when I was a kid, I tried to get on a skateboard a couple of times. But just about every time I did, I couldn’t manage to build up enough momentum to ride for more than a few seconds without wiping out. Up until now, there was no other choice for me but to…

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October 21st, 2008 comments (3) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: just plain fun

tomy i-sobot shoots an arrow straight through my heart

iSobot Robot Archery

Tomy’s i-SOBOT mini robot has been receiving raves for it’s cool moves and programmability. This recent clip from Robots Dreams shows off the talented little robot doing his best bow and arrow work.

While I wouldn’t necessarily let the pint-sized robot shoot an apple off of my head, I’m still pretty impressed by the motion…

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January 7th, 2008 comments (8) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: robots

cooler scooter chills drinks at 14 mph

Cooler Scooter from Hammacher Schlemmer

With football season in full swing, why not arrive at your next tailgate party in style? This ride-on cooler not only speeds you along to your destination, it’ll keep your drinks and snacks nice and chilled on the way.

This rechargeable electric scooter holds up to 24 cans of your favorite beverages, along with 8…

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October 28th, 2007 comments (2) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: just plain fun strange + wonderful