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The Everyman's Essentials: Toolkits, Cookwear, and Other Delights
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items From fixing gadgets to cooking for my family, this list is a curated mix of my go-to tools, tech, and tchotchkes as a hands-on dad. Whether you’re into problem-solving projects, whipping up comfort food, or finding gear that just works, you’ll discov...
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Gadgets
I think the Light Phone is so cool! It really gets back to the basics of what a phone is and needs to be. Out of the box, it makes calls, has messaging, an alarm, and hotspot. Other utilities available are a calculator, music and podcast, notes, calendar, and gps. It will never have email, social media, or ads!
The Light Phone
I love my eReader- perfect for when I take my son to the beach because its waterproof. I can even check out library books right on it so I'm not always buying ebooks. Don't forget a cover to protect the soft e-ink screen.
Kobo Libra 2
In addition to the Mako toolkit, this kit is essential to performing some repairs. These drivers are the 15 most commonly used in repair guides and offer the flexibility of reaching screws in deep wells.
iFixit Marlin Set - 15 Precision Screwdrivers
We like to shop used, so I do a lot of toy repair for my son. This along with my soldering kid could fix nearly everything!
Mako Precision Screwdriver Bit Set (67-Pieces)
After using my Mako toolkit for a few years now, ive decided that this is what I wished I had instead. The extra opening tools and fabric wrap make it just that much better.
iFixit Pro Tech Toolkit Professional Set IF145-307-4
I can't sleep without my sleepphones! The effortless bluetooth model with wireless charging is perfect!
SleepPhones | SleepPhones® Comfortable Headband
I seriously can't imagine life without a password manager. I've been using 1password since 2019 and it makes my life so much easier. I never have to think about logins or 2 factor codes. I just set them up once in the app and never think about them...
1Password | Password Manager for Families, Enterprise & Business
Backyard movie night: part 2
JBL - PartyBox 310 Portable Party Speaker - Black
Backyard movie night: part 1
Elite Screens YardMaster2 120" Outdoor Projector Screen Silver OMS120H2 - Best Buy
I drive a bit older of a car for running errands and a new law requires hands free driving. This cool little gadget lets me add Bluetooth to my 2010 car without some of the problems of my last Bluetooth adapter!
UGREEN Aux Bluetooth 5.4 Adapter For Car (2024 Latest)
The Hakko FX-888D is my soldering station of choice. Solid little workhorse for not a lot of cash! 💪
FX-888DX Soldering Station
If you work in the yard and struggle with dandelion, thistle, or any other weeds, this thing makes the job 1000% easier and zero chemicals!
Grampa's Weeder - Stand Up Weed Puller Tool
I've been a fan of PDP controllers for a while. I love their afterglow line, and now this glow in the dark controller just gets me. I'd buy this in a heartbeat if I started playing a new game.
Xbox Series X|S & PC Jolt Green REMATCH GLOW Advanced Wired Controller
My favorite slim powerbank. Holds enough to fast charge my phone 1.5 times. Can also charge multiple devices at once.
INIU P41 Portable Charger, 45W Fast Charge 10,000mAh
Apparel
Next time I buy shoes, I'm looking to get some minimalist shoes to see how they help my feet
Xero Shoes Z-Trail EV Sandals - Men's
These shoes are a bit inexpensive so worth a shot for zero drop tryouts
Joomra Men's Minimalist Barefoot Cross Trainer
Sometimes I just need a pair of boots, especially in the winter. I found these zero drop boots and I really want to give them a try!
Men's Boulder Boot Grip Waterproof
Food and Cooking
Because yes
Rad Dad Retro Coffee Mug
I've been wanting to tryout an induction cooktop and I figured this would be a good way without having to buy a whole stove
Weceleh Portable Single Induction Hot Plate
I need to up my blender game as I've burnt out my last two. This one claims to blend icy smoothies no problem so, it'll be my next buy
Oster Pro 1200 Blender with Smoothie Cup & Processor
Lots of recipes call for throwing a Dutch oven in the oven and it's about time I got one
Lodge Enamelware 6 qt. Round Cast Iron Dutch Oven in Lagoon Blue with Lid
Sometimes I just want to blast some soda into some juice or something. This would be easier than a soda stream I feel
iSi Classic Steel Mesh SodaMaker Bottle, 1 Qt
I looooove lemonheads! I'll always take more
Lemonheads Bulk - 5 lb.