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Make Sure You Check Out The Moon Tonight
Rubber Bag Collection: Laptop Cases Made From Old Truck Tires And Safety Belts
Flea 2.0 USB Rechargeable Bike Light Powers Your Night With The Light Of Day
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Make Sure You Check Out The Moon Tonight

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 02:55 PM PDT

Tonight’s moon will be a super perigee moon (a close approaching full moon). The moon is predicted to appear 15% bigger and 30% brighter than normal, according to NASA. Also, it is expected to be a rare event — the biggest in almost 20 years; next in 2029. That whole “once in a blue moon” thing only happens every two-and-a-half years.

The best time to view the moon will be near sunset. A low-hanging moon looks larger just over the horizon due to an optical illusion (e.g. when behind trees and buildings).

It’s no wonder things have felt slightly off lately. What do you think?

Rubber Bag Collection: Laptop Cases Made From Old Truck Tires And Safety Belts

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 12:53 PM PDT

Who said being eco-conscious and stylish weren’t one in the same? Well..no one really (it really is quite trendy to be green these days). So why not embrace it with the Rubber Bag Collection (not that kind) from PKG (seriously). Each bag is handmade from recycled truck tires and old seatbelts. The small sleeve hold 13-inch notebooks ($80) and the larger bag holds up to 16-inch notebooks ($90). Check them out at PKG

[via geeksugar]

Flea 2.0 USB Rechargeable Bike Light Powers Your Night With The Light Of Day

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 12:35 PM PDT

Tired of attempting to stay green by peddleing to work or class only to know in the back of your mind that those bike lights are run by disposable batteries? Well no longer will feel guilty for such matters. Check out the Flea 2.0 USB rechargeable bike light.

The front light provides 40 lumens of light from 4 super-bright LEDS with up to 5 hours of life and the rear provides up to 12 hours, all on a single charge. As long as can make to a USB port within that time, you’ll be able to recharge. If not, then the kit also comes with a solar charger — just don’t expect to make a full charge before night sets in.

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