Tag: Carbon Fiber

Even MORE Carbon Fiber Stuff

Holy Carbon Fiber Crap, Batman!

Yesterday’s article wasn’t nearly enough to cover the wondrous objects constructed out of this woven greatness. I found a few more things that are a little….out there.

First on this list is something completely unnecessary, yet completely badass if you can afford it.

Carbon Fiber Stairs. Say whaaat? This thing is a giant concoction of glass stainless steel and ridiculously thin Carbon Fiber Treads. I can’t imagine that this is fat people friendly, but Carbon Fiber has come a long way in the past 10 years. While beautiful, I can only imagine that these stairs cost more than you want to even think about. EeStairs created this beast, and it can be yours for a low low price of……..We actually don’t know yet. I don’t want to know.

Next on the list is a ‘Fricken Carbon Fiber Corset. Yes folks, that’s right. Carbon Fiber Lingerie. All of these pieces are a custom one-off deal, which means yes, you have to go to Kyrone itself and get a custom mold made(teeheehee). As of now, only 8 have been made since 2001 so these suckers are limited. As stated earlier, these are $250. I guess that’s not too bad, but I can’t imagine it’d be comfortable. Kryone also makes a lot of other interesting stuff too so be sure to check ’em out.

Now for something even more out there. The Marc Newson Black Hole Table. Usable, sure, but Holy Crap. For the price, I’m not sure if i’d want to use it or be afraid to scratch it with my ogling eyes. This is a one piece three legged concoction of master godliness. Created all as one piece, each on of these 10 limited pieces are estimated to sell at $300,000. You think you are baller? Throw up the cash for one of these and then come talk to me, punk. Good luck finding one to buy in the first place. God knows when and where they go up at auction, but I’m sure it is a sight to behold.

December 30, 2008
Cool Carbon Fiber Stuff

They surely do make everything out of Carbon Fiber nowadays…

I’ve chosen a few products from the guys over at Carbon Fiber Gear Direct to highlight:

First off is CFG Direct’s super ballin’ Carbon Fiber wallet. With a sexy combination of Real Carbon Fiber and Soft Leather, this wallet is built to be durable. The wallet is available in a pretty slick looking Silver weave as well. It’s guaranteed to turn heads when you whip it out (not like that, perv). This is a good gift idea for any car enthusiast you might know, and I’ll be purchasing one soon. Price for both is $49.99

Check it out Here: CFG Direct Carbon Fiber/Leather Wallet

Next up is an interesting one. How about some Carbon Fiber Coasters in a sick looking Stainless Steel Display? Your cups/mugs/glasses/beer bottles/shot glasses/dentures or whatever else you decide to throw on there is guaranteed dyno proven 5 extra horsepower by being placed on these carbon fiber disks of drinking glory. If you decide you don’t want to use these as a coaster, they have been proven to be a viable alternative throwing weapon if all else fails. I cannot think of a more honorable way to die than in a shower of carbon fiber goodness. Price for entering Carbon Fiber Coaster Nirvana? $149.99

Check it out Here: CFG Direct Carbon Fiber/Stainless Steel Coaster

Here’s another one that piqued my interest a little bit. Need a new manly man ring? Forget gold or silver, go Stainless Steel and Carbon Fiber and show your real machismo. Leave a carbon fiber weave imprint on the forehead of the next guy that makes fun of you for wearing a man ring. The rings are offered in a variety of sizes and are really cheap at only $59.95

Check it out Here: CFG Direct Carbon Fiber/Stainless Steel Ring

Last up is easy enough. It’s a Carbon Fiber friggin’ pen. How gangster is that? It’s solid 3k twill Carbon Fiber and it’s of course a ballpoint. Just like the Carbon Fiber Coasters, this can be used a dart or whatever other flying projectile you decide to emulate. This wonderous object of writing desire can be had for the low low price of $39.95

Check it out Here: CFG Direct Carbon Fiber Pen

December 29, 2008
Sparco Wingman Babyseat – Fun for the kids too.

You know, this may be an odd article, but I saw this and just had to cover it.

This is one badass baby carrier.

Rory Craig of the Art Center College of Design has created a clever prototype for a new Sparco Babyseat. While not officially affiliated with Sparco, Rory is trying to pitch the idea to Sparco to see if this thing can go into production. It’s meant to appeal to racing enthusiasts, which in all honesty does effectively. Swathed in carbon fiber and wrapped over a CNC’d foam core, this baby seat is not only ridiculously lightweight, but strong as well. All straps are from real Sparco harnesses and the chair is fully internally padded.

One cool feature about this seat is the fact that it can adapt to a child’s age from 1 month up to 10 years. The first function is for a Rear facing Infant seat, from age 1-24 months, next is for Toddlers and is forward facing from age 1-3 years. Once they get a little older, the seat detaches from the base and the base can be used for a booster seat from 1 to 10 years or you can use the detached seat as an infant carrier. All of this means that for the initial cost of the product, you end up saving money by avoiding the cost of purchasing new products.

I’d really like to see this idea come to fruition. It’s hard to argue that this thing doesn’t look damn cool. It’s always best to start them off young, why not start immediately?

NOTE: THIS PRODUCT WAS JUST A PROTOTYPE AND WAS NOT ACTUALLY PRODUCED FOR RETAIL

November 19, 2008