Snow Brush

Will be purchasing the Sno Brum soon due to an onset snowfall.  Will update with review.

Keychain

An item that is constantly overlooked in terms of durability and ease of use is the everyday key ring.  Most people use a split key ring that is a pain to add/remove keys and has a limited capacity.  Nearly every other option I have tried has failed me and I have lost many valuable items from my key chain.

I set out to find the most reliable key ring and what I found was the marine standard stainless steel "quick link."  There are different shapes but I chose the Delta, found the same item on ebay from this seller for around USD$6.50

An alternative might be the flexible Flex-O-Loc aircraft cable ring (below).  Not sure about the chances of an unintentional open on these things, but they might be more comfortable.

...more keychain necessities and "EDC" to come

iPod Nano 8GB 6th Gen: $40 OFF

The newest Nano is on sale for $109 with free shipping.  This is their smallest device with a screen and can even double as a wrist-watch.  I would recommend the Hex wrist band (seen below) in combination with a regular arm band (for cord control) if you are going to use it while exercising.  I am still deliberating if I will buy it or stick with my phone + bluetooth headphones.  Still a great deal if you want one of these.

Find this deal at MACMALL

Features: Holds about 2,000 songs, Up to 24 hours of audio playback on a single charge, 1.54" TFT display.

CRAFTSMAN 94 pc. Dual Marked Mechanics Tool Set: 39.99

Excellent auto starter kit from Craftsman at a great price, normally $79.99

Sale price: $49.99

for another $10 off:
Go here for $5 off a $50 order of anything Sold by Sears

(Note: you must add another item to meet this amount)

and click the other coupon from that site to to apply another $5 off if you have $50 of tools Sold by Sears in your cart

I added a couple other Craftsman hand tools to reach 50 bucks (tools from Sears are automatically 10% off as well)

OR if you just want the set only and have a AAA card, you can apply a $2.50 discount here 

This 94 pc. Mechanic's Tool Set with Dual Markings includes 52 sockets in 1/4 and 3/8 in. drive sizes, 22 screwdriver & nutdriver bits, 14 hex keys, 2 quick release ratchets and 2 wrenches. It also contains sockets in both metric and standard sizes; deep well and standard depths. Included is a briefcase style plastic carrying case for easy organization and ultimate portability.

• Click here to see complete tool list(58.5KB).

1200 Thread Count Sheets for $58.69 shipped

This is an amazing deal from SmartBargains.  Take an extra $40 off any of these discounted items, including this set of already clearanced 1200TC Sheets.  You can also get 10% off and free shipping if you are a new customer.

-Valid til March 7, 2011

These are reputable-quality sheets and come backed with a refund guarantee.

100% Bamboo Sheet set

I've been looking into a nice sheet set, and while the highest thread count Egyptian cotton is great for winter, it seems the newly emerging material from Bamboo cannot be beaten in terms of softness and for its anti-microbial quality.  After hunting around, this set was definitely the best deal and has positive reviews. 

Belle Epoque from Rayon set: Includes fitted sheet, flat sheet + 2 pillowcases

Normal price: $188

Discounted price: $99

Your price: $73.93 (after tax+shipping)

Click here to activate 20% off sitewide and free shipping -SMARTBARGAINS

Welcome deal-hungry masses!

The average consumer today demands the latest and greatest, without sacrifice for quality. A smart consumer follows the above, but insists on paying exactly what it's worth. As one of those people, I've always thought that I could share some of the deals that get me the great things I have. So good luck, and don't get too caught up in materialism.