原创 Super-cool audio reality costume

The people at Think Geek are despicable because they keep on coming up with things I never knew I wanted (until I see them) and that I cannot afford.

I just received their monthly email newsletter (note to self: "Unsubscribe from that $%^# newsletter because it tempts you and you are a weak man...")

The very first thing I saw was something called the Mega Stomp Panic Audio Reality Costume. This is a sound effects unit controlled by an accelerometer gizmo so the effects are synchronized to your walking. There are a couple of cool robot-like effects (I must admit that I have a soft spot for the Steampunk Robot sound). However, the one I really liked is when it sounds like you are splashing through puddles.

I can so imagine myself walking around with this for Halloween. But "NO!" I must be strong...

But wait, there's more, because I next saw something called the Battle Mug. OMG! If you read the description you discover that this starts life as a 13.5 pound (convert to kg) solid block of 6061 T6 billet aluminum before it enters a state of the art CNC facility in Huntsville, Alabama. (Hang on... I LIVE in Huntsville, Alabama... Hmmm, I wonder who is making these little scamps...)

Good grief. You have to admit that this is a beer mug to end all beer mugs. As they say on the Think Geek website: "Built to military specifications, Battle Mug features a M1913 rail interface system which allows you to mount a tactical light, laser device, holographic sight (AKA beer goggles) or even a bayonet for close quarters, high risk operations. A standard issue M4 carry handle is included."

At $223.99 this is something very few people are going to "splash the cash" for (and I'm certainly not one of their number). I agree with the person who commented on the Think Geek site: "I don't think I would spend my hard earned cash on one of these, but I would be thrilled to receive one as a gift."

I too would be thrilled to receive one of these little beauties as a gift (just on the off-chance you were wondering what to buy me for my next Birthday present :-)