7 Not-So-Useful Things You Could Bring Along on a Trip
There are a couple of must-haves when traveling. (There’re even posts about things you SHOULD bring when traveling.) Forget cameras, cellphones, etc — what about the fun stuff? The stuff that eats up too much space in your bag — I’m here to remedy that. Here are the toys that would make certain trips a whole lot more fun, assuming, of course, that they make it through the airport. (I’m pointing at the knife/comb)
So the following items aren’t exactly necessity, big whup, they make trips a whole lot more fun!
The Sport Utility Comb – If you’re into versatility and modular design — forget that multi-purpose screwdriver/swiss knife/spoon — get the Sport Utility Comb! (Though admittedly, combing your hair with something that has both a comb AND sharp pointy things in the picture is scary.) The modular handle fits an ultra sharp knife, a quality compact saw, a steel file, a bottle opener, an interior ruler … and a comb.
Surf Board Towels – So you’re in some bad-ass beach … and the waves are killer! Time to show off your “mad” “skillz,” right? What if you can’t surf to save your life (or wife? or dignity? or pet?) Get one of these surfboard-shaped towels. You could always carve yourself some waves in the sand and play make-believe.
Natural Wood Effect Electronic Cigar – Face it, smoking’s a bad habit — but it looks pretty-darned cool! Before it kills you (and before you find out how much cigars are in some other country) try out an electronic cigar. It satiates the need for nicotine, so that you won’t snap into a nicotine-deprived rage, plus, it’s a whole lot more convenient to carry than bringing individual pieces.
Brad Pitt California Driver’s License novelty ID – You never know when the need will arise — to pretend to be the guy from Fight Club. To me, this serves two purposes that sound hilarious, but in reality, will get you into much trouble – one, it might piss off a police officer who’s just caught you speeding, and two, if ever your wallet gets stolen, you’ve given a thief street cred for stealing “Brad Pitt’s” wallet.
The Annoy-a-Tron – Given bad service at a restaurant? Your travel buddy steals your sandwich while you were sleeping? Place one of these bad boys in a concealed location and watch the insanity cultivate!
The Annoy-a-Tron generates a low-frequency beep noise at random 2-8 minute intervals and is fitted with a magnet for easy concealment. (Remember kindness once the insanity sets in. And mercy, too.)
Marshmallow Pop - Love the marshmallow-over-the-campfire, but hate setting up twigs and marshmallows and campfires? Try these out — marshmallow-flavored-lollipops that simulate the effect. It looks so much like a marshmallow-on-a-twig, it even screams it in the packaging!
…and for the last one, which I think is the most important!
15 Point Guide to Peeing in the City – The book was mainly written with NY in mind, but several of the tips there are pretty useful. Instead of learning how to deal with rude strangers, you could instead learn where the public restrooms are, which ones need pay, and, upon desperate, desperate need, you could learn covert tactics to taking a leak.
Most of the items spotted at NerdApproved.
lol!! nice pic of the beach lol I do believe ill need the last one though. In case I get lost and happen to need something to read or burn as fuel for food or communication with anyone who might be able to see the smoke. hmmm I guess I could use the Cigars for someone of the same affect (assuming there is a lighter if not then the paper burnt would help ). That would mean that if indeed i was lost and the various attempts to communicated were not working. I might indeed need the book as a to light my cigar, to atleast enjoy a simple pleasure in life before death.
Also, in the event that I may indeed need to survive through some burst of energy (ill need to do a lot of gathering for shelter, etc) the energy that the marshmallow pop might give me would be essential! As to the others, I can totally see a use for them in the wild. Heck If I die and someone finds my bones, would it not be could that they identify me as Brad? lol Good one!