Spiral-Cut Hot Dog

Now that it's Summer I'm sure most of you have been grilling hamburgers and hot dogs on the BBQ.

But have you ever cooked a hot dog and were unhappy with the way it cooked; nice and grilled on the outside but soft and raw on the inside? Well I have and I hate it!

So I was happy when I came across this simple, yet effective way of cutting a hot dog in a spiral to get the perfect grill. Not only does the spiral technique give you a more even grill, but it helps the wiener cover the length of the bun and adds more space for condiments like mustard, ketchup, and relish. I am going to try this the next time I grill...

Find out how to do it below:

NEW: "Flashing Lights (Cover)" by Kids These Days [Music Video]

Hip hop group Kids These Days covers my favorite Kanye West song Flashing Lights. Bravo!

Check out the Austin Vesely directed video below and download the MP3 HERE!

Live Leaks: Day 333

Shawn rocking the:

"Big Bengal"

NEW: "Hundred Dollar Bill Skyscraper" by Big Sean ft. Mac Miller [Audio]

Via: IllRoots

Boiii! Big Sean just released a new freebee track featuring Mac Miller on Twitter today. Via @BigSean, "This is the 1st time me n Mac did a track together which is crazy cuz that's been my dog. Just a Lil something to ride to."

I'll be riding to this:

NEW: "Around My Way" by Lupe Fiasco [Music Video]

Lupe Fiasco drops his new music video for his single Around My Way (Freedom Ain’t Free). His album FOOD & LIQUOR 2: The Great American Rap Album PT.1 drops September 25th.


I want that Ferrari.

Bicycle Rearview Camera

Via: Hammacher

Check out this fully weather and vibration resistant bicycle camera system! The rear mounted camera provides a clear view of the road behind ideal for seeing approaching vehicles. For serious bikers only! That was a joke.

Get yours for only $180 HERE!

Ultimate Batting Practice

Check out this viral video Easton created for their baseball bats. Nice try Easton, you're not fooling me.

Live Leaks: Day 332

"Cyclops"

Credit: Master G

NEW: Turnip the Beat by: Asher Roth

Asher Roth's newest joint "Turnip The Beet" over this David Appleton beat is got a great summertime vibe! Roth really has got some great flow and the beats he picks are always killer. 

Reebok's ZigMaze Concept Shoe

via. LikeCool 


Reebok's newest sneaker design, the ZigMaze, is a totally unique, and in my opinion, amazing shoe concept! The tread design on the sole has been carried across the entire shoe and creates a new, fresh look and feel to the traditional sneaker. 


I think that shoe designers need to continue to experiment and add new textures to their designs, things that feel as interesting as they look. Shoes are really 3-D art if you think about it...


Rumors have it these shoes would go for about $120 retail.
What do you think? Hot or Not?
Comment Below:

NEW: "National Anthem" by Lana Del Rey [Music Video]

Singing sensation Lana Del Rey just released her newest music video for her song National Anthem. The video features A$AP Rocky as former U.S. President John F. Kennedy while Lana plays as Jacqueline Kennedy.

I like the production behind this video; it is different...but I would have liked to heard A$AP hit a verse! This video is definitely on it's "Instagram-filter" swag.

Turtleback Drink Holders

Via: TheLighterSide

Have you ever been at the beach, drinking a cold drink and you set it down; only to realize 5 minutes later it tipped over and spilled everywhere? With the turtleback drink holder you won't have to worry about that problem again! 

The turtleback coaster has pointed "feet" that dig into the sand and keep your drinks, snacks, and electronics dry while you lay out! 

Get yours HERE.

My Desktop

Cartwheel Between the Legs Dunk

6 foot 4 inch baller Justin Darlington AKA "Jus Fly" recorded a perfect score with this cartwheel between the legs dunk at the Nike + Slam Dunk Contest in Los Angeles last week. Unsurprisingly, Darlington is actually a world class high jumper.

His Nike Hyperdunk + shoes recorded his vertical at 42.3 inches! That is 5.3 more inches than Blake Griffin's 37 inch vertical jump. Crazy!

Live Leaks: Day 331

"Fire and Ice"

Lazy Football Chair

Via: LikeCool

Italian designer Emanuele Magini designed this chair known as the lazy football chair. The simple, yet innovative design allows two players to play soccer while sitting down! His idea spawned from his love for football. 

How come it took this long for something to think of this; and when can I get my set? 

NEW: "Pillz" by Bei Maejor [Music Video]

Check out Bei Maejor's newest visual for his song Pillz. From his mixtape Upscale.

This is wonderfully trippy.

Bullet High Performance Art

Check out this BMW M5 zoom down the desert road to create some high speed art on a grand scale. Cool.

 

Live Leaks: Day 330

"Alex"

Earth

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Kilian Martin: Altered Route [A Skate Film]

Via Vimeo, "Innovative, courageous, original: Kilian Martin sets new standards in the world of skating."

Directed, Filmed, and Edited by: Brett Novak

Music:
Patrick Watson - "Adventures in Your Own Backyard"

This is the best skateboarding video I have ever seen. Very creative. Also Kilian is an extraordinary athlete. Check it out:

Lunatik Taktik iPhone Case

So I thought my Otter Box was pretty sweet until I saw this bad boy! Phone cases just keep getting better and better, which is a good thing considering the iPhone is literally made out of glass. (It seems to me Apple almost wants them to break on you... but that's a whole 'nother post).

What do you think? Hot or not?

I think Mr. Matt needs one of these with a bike mount...

Vincent van Dominogh

Next time you've got hours to waste and a couple thousand dominos lying around, test your skills out and see if you've got anything on these guys..

This recreation of the famous painting "Starry Night" is quite impressive considering the amount of planning and patience that had to have gone into it.

Check her out:

Wreck-It Ralph [Movie Trailer]

Set to release in November, Wreck-It-Ralph is a Disney animated motion picture focusing on Ralph, who plays the wrecking bad guy in an 8-bit arcade game but grows tired of his role and escapes the game to become a good guy. Special guest appearances by Bowser, the ghost from Pacman, and more!

Disney also made a Wreck It Ralph game you can play HERE!

The nerd in me can't wait to see this!

NEW: Missed Calls by Mac Miller [Music Video]

A well made music video is the next step in any music artist's career. I think a music video adds a narrative to a song; almost like a mini-movie. In fact, adding a visual element to a song increases the stimulation a viewer experiences. 

With that said, here is Mac Miller's newest music video off his recent album Blue Slide Park. I'll leave it at that....

NOW HIT PLAY!

Starry Night

Via: LikeCool


Van Gogh's famous Starry Night painting gets the 3D treatment. Cool!

channel ORANGE by Frank Ocean [Album]

Frank Ocean posted these album art pictures on his blog today followed by a post that read: 7/17/12.

I am not sure if channel ORANGE is going to be a mixtape or full album but I am assuming we can all expect new music from Frank in July! #Excited

P.S. Check out the features...Andre 3000, John Mayer, and Earl Sweatshirt. Interesting.

Live Leaks: Day 329

"Crazy Rainbow"

Credit: Master G

NEW: Fix Mix Vol. 5: Summer Solstice [Mixtape]

Today officially marks the first day of Summer 2012!

So to celebrate we compiled a bunch of songs we thought capture the spirit of Summer. Whether you are at the beach, at a BBQ, or going for a run, this Fix Mix is the perfect playlist to vibe to!

The talented @CMO306 created the awesome cover art by hand. I love the old school line drawn cassettes and colorful funky patterns. Thank you! Also, thank you to those who suggested songs for the tape: Donnie, Zach, Rachel, Alex. 

So without further adieu we present to you the Fix Mix Vol. 5: Summer Solstice mixtape! Enjoy :)

DOWNLOAD HERE!

Track list: 

Ain't No Rest For The Wicked by Cage The Elephant

Amber by 311

Bass by Speakers

Beautiful by Snoop Dogg ft. Pharrell

Buffett by HAHA-YO

Champagne Showers by LMFAO

Cowboy by Kid Rock

Desperate Youth by Santigold

Do You Feel The Love by Shwayze & Cisco

Drunk Off Your Love by Shwayze & Cisco ft. Sky Blu

Fly Like An Eagle by Steve Miller Band

Freckles by The New Mastersounds 

Fresh Prince of Bel Air (Mustard Pimp Remix) by Will Smith 

Got To Give it Up by Marvin Gaye

Idle Time by The New Mastersounds

Island in the Sun by Weezer 

Naked by Kevin McCall ft. Big Sean

Party Girl by Asher Roth ft. Meek Mill

The Recipe by Kendrick Lamar ft. Dr.Dre

Sometimes I Wish by Caboose

Sonnentanz by Klangkarussell

Sorry For Party Rocking by LMFAO 

Summerscent by Kids These Days

Sweet Talk by Kito ft. Reija Lee

Till I Die by Chris Brown ft. Big Sean & Wiz Khalifa

Warning by Tussle 

Where the Party At by Jagged Edge ft. Nelly

Live Leaks: Day 328

"Oldest Fence in Ferndale"

Credit: Master G

My Thoughts: Take Me Back

At least 3.5 times a week I extensively day dream about how badly I want to live the life of a wealthy plantation owner in the 1800's...

• Everyone would do literally everything for me.
• Pot would be completely legal and socially acceptable (and it would be free since I own a plantation to grow it).
• I would own an actual Mustang.
• And a real cannon.
• My house would be huge.
• All my furniture would be hand made from real wood, not saw dust from Ikea.
• I would never have to eat fast food again.
• The world would move at a slower pace, and therefore I would have more time to enjoy life.
• There would be more wildlife to fish/hunt (my type of "fast food.")

Most of all: instead of being surrounded by an excess of people, buildings, and governments I would be surrounded by virgin ground. Unaltered, untouched mother nature; the way our creator intended the earth to be.

What the f@ck have we done to this place? I admit advancements in society clearly represent the limitless capabilities man has. But at what cost? My neighbors are so close I can hear them pooping if they eat something spicy. The government controls almost everything I do publicly and privately. And "up north" is nothing more than more houses and cities that circle man-made lakes filled with more people and boats that have motors attached to them.

Just because you have power to do something doesn't mean you should do it. Instead of trying to expand on previous generations I think we need to step back and slow down. Focus on health care to help people live longer, but beyond that the world needs to smoke a blunt and relax. Life is too short for all of us. Modern society is altogether too much stress on the human mind.

smfh -_- #takemeback

Live Leaks: Day 327

"Boxed Water"

Daaaaaaaaaymn: Kate Upton

Via: BuzzFeed

Supermodel Kate Upton turned 20 last week. Happy belated birthday! #YouHot

Security Cameras

Let's take a look at what people do when they think aren't being watched. You may be surprised...

Live Leaks: Day 326

Happy Fathers Day! Check out my dad rocking his Big Bengal Tee!

"Big Daddy"

What Love Looks Like

Via: LoveSeeByTouch

Diagrams and charts on love by Louise Ma.

Line of Sight [Official Trailer]

Ever get pissed at those a$$hole bicyclist who ride right in the middle of the street?

Well Lucas Brunelle took street riding to a whole new level. His newest film is 10 years in the making, over 20 countries; all shot on helmet cameras. This guy is thinking #YOLO every time he jumps on a bike.

Looks like its going to be an interesting film!

Coolest Table in the World

Do you have $25-50K saved up to spend on your next dining room table? Well I think this one is sure to open up some eyes and drop some jaws!

More people show up than expected? No worries. With a touch of the remote these custom handmade Fletcher automated tables extend to accommodate more guests.

#WhenImRich

Live Leaks: Day 325

"Party Rock"

NEW: "Till I Die" by Chris Brown ft. Big Sean & Wiz Khalifa [Music Video]

Im digging this new visual for Chris Brown's Till I Die featuring Big Sean and Wiz. The beat is new school dope and Big Sean DOES IT!

How many cameos can you spot? I saw Snoop Dogg, Andy Milonakis, Redman, and Method Man.

Thanks!

Turn Your Toothbrush Into A Drinking Fountain

So Big Shawn thinks this toothbrush invention is not worth its $22 price tag...but I can't help but think I want one for myself.

What do you think? I feel like I'm always thirsty right after I brush my teeth...

  

NEW: "Let's Go" by DJ Wreckineyez [Mashup]

Via: DopeDrops

DJ Wreckineyez (Asher Roth's live DJ) put together this electro/dub/hiphop mashup of party/feel good music to vibe to! Check it out below:

"Proteigon" [Stop Motion Video]

This stop motion video is amazing and mesmerizing. Watch it now:

Make Your Own Personal Watercraft

Via: LikeCool

The Jetovator is a personal watercraft; kind of like a mixture between a motorcycle, jetpack, and jet ski.

Via Jetovator, "In order to ride the hose on the Jetovator, you'll need your own personal watercraft (Seadoo, Yamaha or Kawasaki). 


The Jetovator kit will set you back almost $9,000, and while that includes the bike, 50 feet of hose, and all the plumbing adapters you'll need, it doesn't include the personal water craft which is needed to power it. 


Just hook the Jetovator up to your watercraft with a 50-foot hose, and get ready to reach heights up to 30 feet, speeds up to 25mph, dives down to 10 feet, and insane aerial tricks like 360 degree barrel rolls, and back flips."

Awesome. I want to try it.

Live Leaks: Day 324 [From the Artbox BONUS]

Check out these cool pictures taken by @CMO306 of a flaming marshmallow, solar flare, and tiger.

All from an iPhone.

"Frames 1"

Live Leaks: Day 324 [Twister]

An ode to the Twister:

It is two marinated grilled chicken breasts sliced on a bed of lettuce and chopped tomato; drenched in ranch and tabasco sauce; all rolled up in a warm pita.

Moment of silence...

"Twister" 

Live Leaks: Day 323

"Beer Pong"

NEW: "Superlova (Remix)" by Starshell ft. Kanye West & Big Sean [Audio]

G.O.O.D. Music hops on Starshell's Superlova for a super electro remix.


Kanye has jumped on many interesting dance remixes (Pro Nails, I'm The Shit, & Alors on Danse to name a few)...and I have always thought they were his forte. He is so catchy on dance songs!

Ima

Only a Few Big Bengal Tee's Left

Get yours before they are gone forever. Order HERE!

Rugbeer

Introducing the the Rugbeer vending mating by Salta Beer. The machine, made with rugby players in mind, offers one cold beer per tackle. Niccce!

So far the machine will only be available in Argentina but I'd love to see one in America!

10 Bets You Will Always Win

Want to win some easy money off some schlubs? Then try one of these ten tricks that are guaranteed to work!

But quickly...do them before your friends see this video!

Live Leaks: Day 322 [BONUS]

The things I saw on my bike ride Sunday...

"Objects 2"


P.S. The chunk of concrete under the Ferndale Historical Museum sign is an original fragment of pavement from Woodward avenue dating back to 1913; almost 100 years ago!

Live Leaks: Day 322

This is a box that contained our first order of G Apparel: Big Bengal teeshirt. In 2 days we are almost sold out! But there are still some left. If you are interested, check out our online store.

"Big Bengal Box"

My Thoughts: Reward Yourself

Remember! After all your work is done don't forget to reward yourself :-)


It can be anything that makes you happy...A beer, a new shirt, some ice-cream, or a pickup game of basketball will work. 


Work hard, play hard.

New Technology to Add Physical Buttons to Touch Screens

I love buttons. Ever since I got my first Super Nintendo I have been addicted to buttons. I like pressing them, mashing them, pushing them, and feeling them. There's nothing quite pushing a button that give you that sense of accomplishment...like you are actually doing something and not letting the CPU have all the fun.

That's why it took me some time to get used to the transition to from physical buttons to touchscreen devices such as my iPad and mobile phone.

But now Tactus Technology is developing the world's first dynamic deformable tactile surface capable of creating dynamic physical buttons that users can actually see and feel in advance of entering data into the device.

Amazing! I can't wait to try this new technology out.

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Body Part Jewelry

Check out some of this interesting jewelry made by London-based artist Percy Lau. She sells items such as the"little mouth ring," "little third ear," and even a "little penis necklace." Interesting and kind of freaky!

I've seen ladies wear rocks and feathers but never body parts. What do you think ladies; would you wear any of these?

Check out the rest of the collection on Etsy. 

"What's This? A Beer?" by Nick Stockwell [Music Video]

Via Vimeo, "A parody of the Nightmare Before Christmas song "Whats this?" (Originally by Danny Elfman). A young adult discovers world of drinking on his 21st birthday.

Made at DePaul University and Winner of best comedy at the DePaul Premiere fest."

What a fantastic video about drinking that first beer! Surprise at the ending...sequel???

Live Leaks: Day 321

"Croquet"

Wearing the Big Bengal Tee! Get yours HERE!