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ASFX Wants You To Get Down…Safely

ASFX, the Association for Safe Fun Sex, wants you to have sex. Lots of sex. As long as you use a condom. ASFX has launched a national campaign to increase safe sex awareness in order to decrease STDs and unplanned pregnancies.

“Condoms have a bad wrap and we want to change that.”

Condoms are the most common form of protection for couples, but they’re usually perceived as an inconvenience and a nuisance. Condoms that are ultra thin, ribbed, flavored, glow in the dark, you name it, have been trying to make it cool to use protection.

So what’s ASFX’s revolutionary take? Keep the condom and add an o-ring. They’re hitting up colleges, Spring Break parties, and your backyard barbecue to give away their Screaming O Condom Pack which consists of one condom and a vibrating condom ring. It’s a disposable, one-time use product, so grab more than one if you’re planning on hitting it twice in one night.

ASFX kicked off their tour with a sexy bash at the flagship Hustler Hollywood boutique in LA and they’ll be hitting up Hustler stores across the country. This ain’t no 5th grade sex ed class with outdated videos and Ben Stein-like teachers . They go all out with their hot Scream Team, DJs, prizes and games like the Screaming O Competition where girls fake orgasms by screaming their asses off in front of a crowd. So there you go. If you’re gonna get down, might as well use a condom with an added o-ring.

NOTE: ASFX will not be at your backyard barbecue. However if your BBQ is so crazy that ASFX has to pass out condoms at your home, INVITE ME TO YOUR BBQ.

Jul 7th

Posted by Mac Wilson in Lifestyle

2011 Infiniti QX Review

I recently had the chance to test drive the 2011 Infiniti QX in Louisville, Kentucky, and oh man, was it a sweet ride. This QX has all the features that you’d expect from a luxury Infiniti SUV (which we’ll get to in a bit), but the first thing that strikes you is the car’s good looks. It’s an attractive ride by any standards. The QX has clean lines, a big-but-not-bulky frame and an executive jet-like interior that makes you want to grab a pipe and a smoking jacket and just lounge inside for a while.

The 2011 Infiniti QX drives as smooth as it looks. Newly designed to reduce noise and vibration, the QX is roomy, comfy and quiet. I was riding with The Bachelor Guy, and he said that the car was like a living room on wheels. This is true. In fact, the ride is so comfortable that it’s easy to take turns a little quicker and speed a bit more. Maybe that’s why The Bachelor Guy and I got pulled over twice. I thought the sharp turn that he made was worse than my 71 MPH on a Kentucky highway, but the state troopers that pulled us over thought otherwise. The Bachelor Guy got off with a warning and I earned myself a “speeding” ticket.

Aside from the exterior looks and interior comforts, the QX has a host of other welcomed features:

The look-up-and-stop-texting warning system – it’s actually the Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) with Forward Collision Warning FCW) – applies the brakes at 25% when you approach an object in front of you. For people who constantly look at their phone while driving, this is a great feature to have. You can turn this feature on and off, so it’s only available if you want it.

Schwerve-control – or the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) systems – lets you know when you’re getting too far off course. If you start drifting over to the wrong lane or off the side of the road a bit, you’ll hear a beeping sound that’ll prompt you to straighten your approach. This is another feature than can be turned on or off, but I could definitely see it coming handy on long road trips. Blind Spot Warning (BSW) is another feature that can help keep you safe when you’ve been on the road too long.

The 8-inch WVGA touch-screen display in the center console controls the Inifinit Hard Drive Navigation system with XM NavTraffic®, XM NavWeather and a Zagat Survey® Restaurant Guide. The touch-screen display also controls the ridiculous, 13-speaker Bose sound system that features an in-dash CD/DVD player with MP3 playback two sub woofers, a 9.3BGB music box hard drive, a simple USB connection port for your iPod, streaming audio via Bluetooth and speed-sensitive volume control

The dudes at Bose were serious about creating the highest quality sound experience inside this Infiniti. When I asked if the different features of the car impact the reverberation of sound coming out of all the speakers, I was told that every minute detail inside the car – including whether the car has UV-coating on the windows or not – is factored in during sound tests. If you can appreciate the ultra-subtle nuances of a sophisticated sound system, the new QX does not disappoint.

In the back, the Theater package features dual 7-inch monitors with two sets of wireless headphones, a 120V power outlet and two auxiliary audio/video input jacks that allow passengers to split the monitors out into two separate entertainment areas. If one passenger wants to watch a movie and the other wants to play Wii, that won’t be a problem. The middle console in the back was also specifically designed to hold a Wii gaming system.

The 2011 Infiniti QX looks and feels like a luxury SUV should. It may not be the most fuel efficient ride on the block, but the QX seats seven people comfortably and offers 400 horsepower, 413 lbs-ft of torque and a 8,500-pound towing capacity when fully equipped. The hitch in the back is hidden when not in use, and easy to deploy when you need it. If you can afford the luxury and you need the towing capacity, the 2011 Infiniti is a complete package that demands a closer look.

2011 Infiniti QX56 2WD base price – $56,700.

2011 Infiniti QX56 4WD base price – $59,800.

Jun 24th

Posted by Chris Stout in Lifestyle

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Maxim’s 16 hottest cover shoot videos (Maxim)

The 50 best raunchy teen comedies of all time (Complex)

5 tips for curing that flabby flat tire around your midsection (COED Magazine)

11 unintentionally dirty font fails (Asylum)

Over the barstool bowling trick shot video (A Blog 4 Guys)

6 teams that will advance to the NFL playoffs in 2010 (SportingNews)

The 10 most important things they didn’t teach you at school (Cracked)

Comic: What it’s really like to own an Apple product (The Oatmeal)

Cool tutorial on how to use a kettlebell (Primer)

The 100 hottest women of Entourage (BroBible)

Jun 23rd

Posted by Chris Stout in Entertainment

Cost Plus World Market – Win a Man Cave Sweepstakes

Cost Plus World Market (WorldMarket.com) is running a new promotion that can hook you up with some serious man cave gear this summer. The Win A Man Cave Sweepstakes is running until July 4, and the online sweepstakes gives you the chance to win a total man cave makeover. First place wins a 52” Sony TV and a $3500 World Market gift card. The first runner-up receives a $1000 gift card, and the second runner-up receives a $500 gift card.

In addition to the 52″ Sony, men (and women, ’cause it’s open to everyone) will have the chance to score a new leather chair, grilling gadgets or a variety of items, including a collection of Beers of the World. Enter today and you can set yourself up for a fun summer in your own custom Man Cave creation.

Jun 22nd

Posted by Chris Stout in Lifestyle

Goldeneye Is Back – Ba Da Ba Naaaaaa

Uh-o. The game that changed the game is back, son!

Video Games | GoldenEye 007 | E3 2010: Debut Trailer

XBox 360 | Playstation 3 | Nintendo Wii

If you’re like me, all you remember from 1997 is roaming around in the complex and just hoping that a bunch of proximity mines don‘t blow Baron Samedi‘s face off. This game caused more fights amongst friends/controllers being thrown about more than any game in history. Especially when someone wants to be Oddjob because he is so damn small and hard to shoot.

This game was a classic for it’s one-of-a-kind, epic multiplayer action. Who doesn’t love a good knife fight? The new trailer for the Wii version made it’s E3 2010 debut this week. Let’s hope that it lives up to it’s predecessor and isn’t thrown together halfheartedly.

If you’ve never seen the original (then you’re probably a liar, but just in case), here is a good review:

Jun 17th

Posted by Bret Freemyer in Lifestyle

Father’s Day Gift for Tech Lovin’ Dads – Eyeball 2.0 Webcam

Dad’s love gadgets, especially super-functional ones. Anyone can go out and pick up some goofy, impractical gadget like an electric golf ball cleaner, but why go that route? Why not get your Dad something that you know he will use. If you’re Father’s like any other dude, then he probably likes audio/video items that have a high degree of utility. The Eyeball 2.0 is one such product.

What Is the Eyeball 2.0? The Eyeball 2.0 is a handy, easy-to-use webcam that’s practical and highly transport. It’s made by Blue Microphones, so you know you’re getting a quality product. With so many free chat tools and webcam programs available, it’s time your Dad added some audio-visual action to his communication toolbox. And what better way to keep in touch with your Dad?

Here’s a rundown of the specs:

2 megapixel resolution, premium optical sensor
HD Video—Resolution 1600 x 1200 (recently upgraded)
2-in-1 HD Webcam and high fidelity Microphone
Highest quality audio in any webcam
USB Connect & Driverless Installation
Integrated stand is adaptable to fit on any monitor or stand-alone on desktop
PC & Mac Compatible
New lower price

So go hit up The Apple Retail Store, Fry’s Electronics or any other electronics store and pick up a gift that your Dad will actually use.

Jun 17th

Posted by Chris Stout in Lifestyle

Get Your Dad Some Johnnie Walker This Father’s Day

Mother’s Day gets all the attention, but Dad’s need some appreciation too. Father’s Day is coming up this Sunday, and if you’re like most dudes, you probably aren’t prepared to show your Dad some love. We all wait until the last minute to get gifts for our Dads (if we bother to get ‘em anything at all). Father’s Day gifts tend to be a bit unimaginative – ties, socks, Best Dad Ever mugs – that sorta thing.

This year, don’t jip your Pops. Get him something you know he’ll enjoy (and possibly share with you). Get him some Johnnie Walker. If you’re wondering which bottle to get him, don’t worry. This quick rundown of the different Johnnie Walker labels will help you sort out which bottle is right for your Dad.

Johnnie Walker Red Label

Does your Dad like spicy food? Does he enjoy mixing Scotch with other stuff? Are you on a budget this year? If you answered yes to any of these questions, Red Label is your pick. Red Label is a utility, everyday scotch that has a bit of a bite, but plays well with other mixers.

Johnnie Walker Black Label

Is your Dad old school? Is he a stubborn, no-nonsense kinda guy who knows what he likes and sticks with it for the long term? If so, you can’t go wrong with Black Label. It’s complex, smoky, well-crafted and perfect straight up.

Johnnie Walker Green Label

Does your father care about the environment? Does he like variety, earthy blends and subtle aromas? If so, go with the Green Label this Father’s Day. It’s an intense, flavorful whiskey that combines pure malt blends from multiple regions in Scotland. If you’re Dad has a discerning palate, get him some Green.

Johnnie Walker Gold Label

Does your Pops drink Scotch on the rocks? Does he have a bit of a sweet tooth? If your Dad likes smooth, creamy Scotch that unleashes warm, satisfying flavors when served chilled, Gold Label is the way to go.

Johnnie Walker Blue Label

Okay, has your Dad been especially awesome to you this year? Have you skimped out on great Father’s Day gifts for awhile? If you really want to show your Dad that you appreciate him, you gotta go Blue. Blue Label is liquid amazing. It’s the pinnacle of the Johnnie experience. Only hand-selected, cash-money casks get set aside to make Blue Label bottles. Created by Master Distiller Jim Beveridge, Blue Label is the best of the best. It certainly beats the hell out of a Best Dad Ever mug.

Johnnie Walker is offering complimentary custom engraving on bottles of Blue Label for Father’s Day. Check out the Johnnie Walker site to learn more.

Jun 17th

Posted by Chris Stout in Lifestyle

Look At This F*cking Hipster Book Review

Yeah, that’s what I said. The hilarious blog has gone literary on us. If you don’t know what LATFH.com is, then you must be living under a rock, or a hipster’s asymmetrical moustache. LATFH.com is a site that identifies and makes fun of hipsters. Take a picture of a hipster, add a funny caption, and watch yourself become an internet phenomenon. That’s what comedian Joe Mande did. Actually, it was an accident. Mande created the blog to help his old man out. Apparently, while living in Williamsburg, Brooklyn (a hotbed of hipster culture), his dad kept asking him if this or that guy was a hipster. It can be a little confusing for someone to identify a hipster if you’re new to the game. Thus Mande birthed LATFH, and now all of us are better for it. No more are we plagued with questions of whether that person is a hipster or just an IT nerd goofing around. Now are questions are more like, “is that a dude hipster or a girl hipster.”

So you must be wondering how a popular blog with free content can become a book for $11.99/$14.99 CAN. Mande answers that question on page one:

“Why are you giving me a book deal? Who would buy a book full of content that’s already on the internet?” The head publisher quickly replied, “What’s the internet?” and then handed me a suitcase full of hundred-dollar bills. So, I guess that’s how book deals happen.

We’re glad the head publisher is living under a hipster’s asymetrical moustache, because the book is f*cking hilarious. It answers questions such as: What is a hipster? What makes a hipster? What are the different types of hipsters? It also adds laughs with sections like the Is this a hipster? pop quiz, Celebrity Hipsters, Hipsters Through the Ages, and of course the Love Connections. There’s a special surprise photo shoot at the end for avid followers of LATFH.

So does MANjr recommend the buying of this book? We say yes. The guy deserves it. He spends all his time compiling a historical record of hipsters to better mankind. How he can look at nipple tattoos, oversized American Apparel glasses, messed up haircuts, and neck scarves all day is truly a wonder. Plus the book looks cool and is small enough to chuck at a hipster’s head if they mistakenly wander into your living room.

Jun 10th

Posted by Mac Wilson in Lifestyle