Post: #26

Stanley food thermos, and/or Stanley beverage thermos. You can use it to either bring in hot drinks or foods such as stews, soups, and chillis. Great way to have warm healthy food for lunch/dinner and save money everyday.

Post: #27

Pocket Knife
A Good Keyboard with cherry switches (you don't know what you're missing until you get one)
Fountain Pen
Journal

Post: #28

(04-18-2017 11:20 AM)churros Wrote:  Noise-cancelling headphones

High-quality pressure cooker

Eye-mask

Analogue white-noise generator

Damn, you go some good ones! You must also be neurotic about background sounds, wether at work or while asleep? When and how do you personally use the analogue white-noise generator?

Post: #29

(04-18-2017 10:49 PM)Thoughtcrime Wrote:  

(04-18-2017 11:20 AM)churros Wrote:  Noise-cancelling headphones

High-quality pressure cooker

Eye-mask

Analogue white-noise generator

Damn, you go some good ones! You must also be neurotic about background sounds, wether at work or while asleep? When and how do you personally use the analogue white-noise generator?

I use simplynoise.com and put on some headphones when I need work done. Great for working in an environment with a lot of background noise.

Post: #30

(04-18-2017 11:15 PM)Iso Wrote:  

(04-18-2017 10:49 PM)Thoughtcrime Wrote:  

(04-18-2017 11:20 AM)churros Wrote:  Noise-cancelling headphones

High-quality pressure cooker

Eye-mask

Analogue white-noise generator

Damn, you go some good ones! You must also be neurotic about background sounds, wether at work or while asleep? When and how do you personally use the analogue white-noise generator?

I use simplynoise.com and put on some headphones when I need work done. Great for working in an environment with a lot of background noise.

Seiko 5 - great durable watch

Post: #31

^

I have this one with the same leather band. I find it a good alternative.

Post: #32

Since we're coming up on summer:

Those of you who run internet based business or have other jobs where you work off a laptop without any permanent desk will love this one:

https://www.walmart.com/ip/SYBA-SY-ACC65...t/38442025


Also a pull-up bar. Doing a few reps every time you walk under it adds up over time and will have a subtle but noticeable impact on your physique.

Post: #33

Fire Stick - i work from home a few days a week. Great for catching up on movies/shows and watching fights

Post: #34

I'm going to second everyone who said meal prep items

Post: #35

Ok, SLIGHTLY breaking the rules, but these come out to about $100 each...
http://www.cutleryandmore.com/shun-class...wAodJkwPuw
Shun chef knives are amazing! There are few things that will add to your cooking enjoyment like a good knife.
Now, you can spend a lot more than a Benjamin on one knife if you want, or need to if it's your profession, but for home use, for the average guy, these are outstanding.

Post: #36

Smartwool brand socks and underwear. I have seen other brands that are probably just as good but I have only bought smartwool. Socks are about $20+ per pair and underwear about $50+, very expensive but incredibly comfortable and they last! I have socks that I wear weekly, they are seven years old and are still in almost brand new condition.

Post: #37

Decent box mod. Battery and dripper. Under 100 bucks. Potentially life saving.

Post: #38

(04-18-2017 10:49 PM)Thoughtcrime Wrote:  

(04-18-2017 11:20 AM)churros Wrote:  Noise-cancelling headphones

High-quality pressure cooker

Eye-mask

Analogue white-noise generator

Damn, you go some good ones! You must also be neurotic about background sounds, wether at work or while asleep? When and how do you personally use the analogue white-noise generator?

Yeah I am. It's good for sleeping, but also just nice to have in the background. The analogue has a nice timbre, and you don't need to dick around online. This

Post: #39

(04-19-2017 06:39 AM)Nascimento Wrote:  ^

I have this one with the same leather band. I find it a good alternative.

Nice. What model is it, and how did you swap out the band?

Post: #40

(04-18-2017 11:20 AM)churros Wrote:  Noise-cancelling headphones

Can you recommend a solid pair for under $100?

I'd like to pick up some but most of the ones I see touted around the internet are a few hundred dollars or so.

Beyond All Seas

"The individual has always had to struggle to keep from being overwhelmed by the tribe.
To be your own man is a hard business. If you try it, you'll be lonely often, and sometimes
frightened. But no price is too high to pay for the privilege of owning yourself." - Kipling

Post: #41

(04-20-2017 07:43 PM)Beyond Borders Wrote:  

(04-18-2017 11:20 AM)churros Wrote:  Noise-cancelling headphones

Can you recommend a solid pair for under $100?

I'd like to pick up some but most of the ones I see touted around the internet are a few hundred dollars or so.

Well if you can get to $200, these were just released. They are considered the best sound-quality/noise-reduction to price ratio. Won't be shipping out until the end of the month, and as mine haven't arrived, I can't personally vouch yet. But based on my research, they are the ones to get.

To be honest, that is the least you can expect to pay for a set of this kind. Otherwise you are compromising on sound quality or noise reduction. Bose are over-priced, and while they have the best noise-reduction, their sound quality is not as good as Sennheiser.

Post: #42

(04-18-2017 11:15 PM)Iso Wrote:  

(04-18-2017 10:49 PM)Thoughtcrime Wrote:  

(04-18-2017 11:20 AM)churros Wrote:  Noise-cancelling headphones

High-quality pressure cooker

Eye-mask

Analogue white-noise generator

Damn, you go some good ones! You must also be neurotic about background sounds, wether at work or while asleep? When and how do you personally use the analogue white-noise generator?

I use simplynoise.com and put on some headphones when I need work done. Great for working in an environment with a lot of background noise.

I work in an office where it's fairly loud even with in-ear (not noise canceling) headphones. When it's time to get real work done, I break out 30db earplugs.

Add to the list: orange glasses - they block blue light from screens which helps not fuck with your circadian rhythms if you're staying up late and using technology. A lot of tech already has blue light blockers, but these can also help if you don't have an eye mask.

Post: #43

(04-20-2017 11:21 PM)churros Wrote:  

(04-20-2017 07:43 PM)Beyond Borders Wrote:  

(04-18-2017 11:20 AM)churros Wrote:  Noise-cancelling headphones

Can you recommend a solid pair for under $100?

I'd like to pick up some but most of the ones I see touted around the internet are a few hundred dollars or so.

Well if you can get to $200, these were just released. They are considered the best sound-quality/noise-reduction to price ratio. Won't be shipping out until the end of the month, and as mine haven't arrived, I can't personally vouch yet. But based on my research, they are the ones to get.

To be honest, that is the least you can expect to pay for a set of this kind. Otherwise you are compromising on sound quality or noise reduction. Bose are over-priced, and while they have the best noise-reduction, their sound quality is not as good as Sennheiser.

I can pay more - was just asking because of the thread title. Thanks for the recommendation. I'll check them out.

Beyond All Seas

"The individual has always had to struggle to keep from being overwhelmed by the tribe.
To be your own man is a hard business. If you try it, you'll be lonely often, and sometimes
frightened. But no price is too high to pay for the privilege of owning yourself." - Kipling

Post: #44

(04-21-2017 07:55 AM)polar Wrote:  Add to the list: orange glasses - they block blue light from screens which helps not fuck with your circadian rhythms if you're staying up late and using technology. A lot of tech already has blue light blockers, but these can also help if you don't have an eye mask.

Use f.lux

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Post: #45

(04-21-2017 10:08 AM)Beyond Borders Wrote:  

(04-20-2017 11:21 PM)churros Wrote:  

(04-20-2017 07:43 PM)Beyond Borders Wrote:  

(04-18-2017 11:20 AM)churros Wrote:  Noise-cancelling headphones

Can you recommend a solid pair for under $100?

I'd like to pick up some but most of the ones I see touted around the internet are a few hundred dollars or so.

Well if you can get to $200, these were just released. They are considered the best sound-quality/noise-reduction to price ratio. Won't be shipping out until the end of the month, and as mine haven't arrived, I can't personally vouch yet. But based on my research, they are the ones to get.

To be honest, that is the least you can expect to pay for a set of this kind. Otherwise you are compromising on sound quality or noise reduction. Bose are over-priced, and while they have the best noise-reduction, their sound quality is not as good as Sennheiser.

I can pay more - was just asking because of the thread title. Thanks for the recommendation. I'll check them out.

Here's a more cost-effective alternative. I use these right now.

I'd add exactly what was already said. Noise reduction is good but not best in the business. Sound quality however is top notch.

Post: #46

(04-17-2017 06:13 PM)RDF Wrote:  Lifting gloves - I've always had the worst calluses on my hands, and since I bought some gloves on Amazon, my hands have pretty much recovered. Harbinger brand gloves are ~$20.

Lifting gloves are kinda , no offense. Callouses are badass, man! Also, lifting gloves actually make lifting harder because they artificially increase the diameter of the bar you're grabbing.

Here's my list (with some repeats):

Lodge Cast Iron Skillet - I probably cook 100 meals on this per year. It's indestructible and gets better with use.

Jawbone Mini-Jambox - For a $20 bluetooth speaker, this thing packs a punch. It's great for listening to music at home and perfect for travel.

Foam Roller - Anyone who foam rolls knows how awesome it can be. If you don't, buy this now and thank me later.

A pillow - I spent basically my entire life sleeping on a 20+ year old piece of shit pillow. I recently bought a reasonable-quality pillow for $40 off Amazon and I'm kicking myself for waiting so long.

Post: #47

Bluetooth headphones - you won't be able to go back to the cord

Kitchen gear:
A decent chef knife
Spacious cutting board
Commercial aluminum half and quarter sheet-pans
Whetstone to keep your knife sharp

Post: #48

(04-18-2017 02:05 PM)Ski pro Wrote:  Kindle

A5 week to view leather diary.

Opinel pocket knife. All the mountain men carry them and I'm no exception. Extremely useful.

A man after my own hearth, Savoir-faire français indeed!
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Running shoes 18€ (last about 3 months for jumping)
Weighed Jump rope 10€Cheap Jump rope 3€ (I use them as replacements for the weighed handles)

Post: #49

(04-21-2017 02:49 PM)El_Gostro Wrote:  

(04-18-2017 02:05 PM)Ski pro Wrote:  Kindle

A5 week to view leather diary.

Opinel pocket knife. All the mountain men carry them and I'm no exception. Extremely useful.

A man after my own hearth, Savoir-faire français indeed!
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Running shoes 18€ (last about 3 months for jumping)
Weighed Jump rope 10€Cheap Jump rope 3€ (I use them as replacements for the weighed handles)

What shoes that are quality are that price?

Post: #50

(04-21-2017 02:39 PM)redonion Wrote:  

(04-17-2017 06:13 PM)RDF Wrote:  Lifting gloves - I've always had the worst calluses on my hands, and since I bought some gloves on Amazon, my hands have pretty much recovered. Harbinger brand gloves are ~$20.

Lifting gloves are kinda , no offense. Callouses are badass, man!

If you don't have access to chalk (or your gym - like mine - doesn't allow it) then gloves are certainly worth looking into. My palms sweat profusely when I lift, and the only way I can hang onto the pullup bar or bust out a set of deadlifts is to use the gloves (although I do use chalk when I travel and have access to gyms that don't mind it).

I'll second the Harbinger recommendation, been using them for years.

Quote:Also, lifting gloves actually make lifting harder because they artificially increase the diameter of the bar you're grabbing.

This could be viewed as both a pro and a con.