Punch-Out on Wii

releases on May 18th:



No official word on a Mike Tyson cameo - but believe me: this game is a MUST BUY.

Retail: $49.95

Reebok Edge #19 Toews Blackhawks Jersey

Isn't that the most beautiful thing you've ever seen? The double knit polyester side panels with the air mesh body - the most form fitting, breathable, comfortable hockey jersey ever made. Big thanks to @linzhansen for modeling for me.

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The World Famous Sausage Race

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Stanley Cup Tough

Saw this live and it was a sight. I hate posting 'injury related' videos; but talk about toughness. Walker goes into the locker room - get's the thing taped - and is back on the ice by his next shift. All in a day's work for a blackhawk.

Ellsbury is fast. 'Sneaky' fast

Jacoby Ellsbury joined the likes of Ty Cobb, Jackie Robinson, Honus Wagoner & The Great - Shoeless Joe Jackson by stealing home last night. Never underestimate smart play with pure hustle. Oh - and hell'a wheels.

Welcome back Jeff - the 'pen sucked without you

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The Hoody 2009 - Your Vote Counts

My 2009 Authentic Cub-issue Hoody arrived at my door today and I am leaving this seasons "hoody alteration" to you the fans. Below are 3 pictures. The first is the hoody - plain; no custom patch on the left sleeve.

The second is the infamous "Harry Caray Memorial Patch"

and the third features the 2009 Winter Classic patch.

Cast your vote on the right for which patch (or no patch) I should wear for the 2009 season. Voting ends on Friday the 24th @ 10am - as that's when I'm taking the hoody to the seamstress.

NHL Playoffs Round 1

The Lawn Chair of Kings

Do not be deceived by it's simple design. This is the most comfortable chair you will ever sit in. It's called the Zero-Gravity Chair - and the name fits. Imagine sitting in a hammock on your back porch without having to hang the supports or deal with the hassle of getting in and out of the hammock. Plus the added feature of armrests and a head pillow! My beautiful wife @linzhansen; found the tan colored version on sale this last weekend and bought it as a belated house-warming present for me. Needless to say; I'm typing this blog while sitting in my new chair on the porch. We first experienced these chairs together at her uncle's lake house in PA. While we had a beautiful house, convertible cruiser for a car, wake boarding boat and a pool at our disposal the entire vacation - we decided to spend the majority of our time on the porch in the Zero-Gravity chairs. (With no regrets might I ad.)

Retail: $129.95

From the Anyls of Genius

I frequently check ryder-presley.com for updates on my good friend Matt's first born son. In case you didn't notice the Swaggart Photography ads on the side of the page - Matt has one of the best creative eye's I've ever encountered, and you need to check out his link. This shot of lil' Ryder and Matt's grandfather is one of my favorites. Check out the sites and be prepare to be dazzled.

Retail: Priceless

" A tradition unlike any other...." Now on the iPhone

A tradition unlike any other meets technology unlike any other. If you feel like you need live camera shots from Amen Corner, or instant feedback form the leaderboard at the Masters - you have to load this free app. Search "The Masters" in iTunes and you will be led to the 2009 Masters App with live updates from the field. Great event app - and FREE!

Retail: $0

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Custom Playoff Jersey

As the NHL Playoffs rapidly approach, it's time to put your attention to a playoff-appropriate jersey to support your Chicago Blackhawks. The guy pictures above sat in front of me at the 2009 Winter Classic. He was later escorted out by security for punching a Red Wing fan in the face. Needless to say, his wardrobe and enthusiasm were at an all time high that day. Steps include: 1) Purchase a Red Wings practice jersey, 2) draw a giant "X" through the logo on the front of the sweater with a black sharpie, 3) Have "DETROIT SUCKS" embroidered across the back nameplate. You are guaranteed to get the Hawks a win - or start a fight in the stands.

Retail:
Sharpie: $ 1.89
Red Wings Practice Jersey: $79.95
Custom Lettering: $26.50

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Happy Opening Day!

This will be the fifth year in a row that I will open the Chicago Cubs season by wearing my jersey to work. In year one I went with the vintage Jody Davis #7. The last four years I've celebrated in the home alternate blue, game used, #25 Dave Hansen jersey. Who was Dave Hansen you ask? Well, that's what wikipedia is for - do your own homework. Today I will be celebrating wearing the appropriate road grey uni, as the Cubs open in Houston. Although he will be starting the season in AAA Iowa; I'm still a faithful fan to #29 Jeff Samardzija

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Did I mention my boss is a Cardinals fan?


-- Posted From My gold encased iPhone



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A $2.99 Test

This is my official skills test of the BlogPress app

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As one of my New Year's resolutions for 2009 I stopped buying DVD's. I made the long awaited move to exclusively purchasing Blu-Ray discs. HD is the only way to go - so why wait to start the collection until after I buy a Blu-Ray player? One of the strongest selling points to my move to "a Blu-Ray only lifestyle" was that Blu-Ray offers iTunes/iPod versions of the movie FREE with your purchase of the disc. This was all well and good until last Tuesday when I purchased my copy of "Quantum of Solace" WHICH DID NOT INCLUDE A FREE DOWNLOAD. Now.....did I mention that I don't own a Blu-Ray player? So here I am, alone on a Friday night with a brand new Blu-Ray and no way to play it. I cured my boredom (and used my last iTunes gift card from Christmas) by downloading the HD version of "007" from iTunes. It was then that I realized that all my previous downloads that were provided with my purchased Blu-Rays were in SD (standard definition). 7 HOURS LATER...(or Saturday morning) I was able to watch my purchased movie. I loaded it to my Apple TV which is connected via HDMI. I was AMAZED at the quality. Pure HD with no lag in the over 3GB video file. SO.....here's my synopsys: if you own an Apple TV and can use an iTunes download via HDMI and don't mind paying an additional $19.99 for a movie when you already spent $19-$27 for a DVD or Blu-Ray........then iTunes HD movies are the way to go. A better suggestion would be to rent the HD versions directly to your Apple TV. Same price as a rental at Blockbuster without having to take the disc back.

Retial: $19.99

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I was reading my Monday Morning Wizard of Ads this morning (if you don't currently subscribe - you really should) and I stumbled across one of their many easter eggs - hidden in the emails. After a series of witty jokes and limerics, I found this video.....and now I want one.

Retail: $125,000


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Manchester Backpack - RVCA

My good friend Kyle Winner of sent me a link to this new store. They design for MMA Fighters such as BJ Penn. In looking through the site I found a few great bags. I really liked this Manchester pack: anything with Balistic Nylon can't be that bad, right? Good design, good functionality. Check out their site

Retail: $81.00


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Titleist Pro V1

Simply put: the best ball in golf. The original Pro V1 was pulled from the PGA Tour last year and later lost a lawsuit to Callaway Golf for patent infringement. Titleist came back with a re-designed golf ball with more durability and longer driving distances. At $58 per box your water hazards are a little more costly. Thanks to Titleist for sending me a box to demo this season. You can find 1 of the dozen in the water hazard on #4 at The Links and 1 more on #13. It's Oklahoma......It was windy. And raining. And my grips were worn. And I lost a spike on my right golf shoe. And now I sound like my brother Kevin. Great goonga-la-goonga.

Retail: $58.00

Ecosse Heretic Ti

If you are looking for a workout bike to lose all the extra pounds from your Edy's Ice Cream addiction......this IS NOT the bike for you. Instead it's 135hp of carbon fiber and titanium. I've only driven a motorcycle a few times and while I'd like to think I could handle a machine like this; I'd love to be able to afford the try.

Retail: $140,000
(Divorce costs not included in retail price)

Edy's Loaded Ice Cream

NOTE: IF YOU ARE ON A DIET - DO NOT READ.
This is maybe the best Ice Cream ever made. I'm pretty sure it's also the most hazardous to your health. It doesn't have any warning labels but I'm positive that they have buried addictive chemicals inside the little brownies in the ice cream. I am a connoisseur of mint chocolate chip ice cream: and this my friends is as good as it gets.

Retail: $3.50

Nike Custom AirStab

It's not football season and the Blackhawks game doesn't start until 6pm. What better to do than design my own vintage shoe! The NikeStore website lets you customize various shoe models with you own color scheme and "ID" on the shoe.

Retails: $112.00

Maybe it's the freak 8'' of snow that we got in Tulsa yesterday - or maybe it's because I was forced to hear about how ugly my old Doc Martin boots are from my wife earlier this morning. Either way, I decided to post an old favorite on the blog today: The Classic Irish Setter Red Wing Boots. You pay plenty for them, but they last a lifetime. I would like the blog to show that my Doc's have lasted me since the summer of 8th grade; and yes: I wore a size 12 in 8th grade.

Retail: $225.00

Arc'teryx Alpha SV Jacket

Hands down - the best all purpose jacket on the market. Arc'teryx has long been the leader in their industry - and the Alpha SV jacket is their best yet. Fully weatherproof shell with all the necessary features. If you have this jacket - just stop there. You will never need another one. Unless you lose it. Then you'll need to buy another one.

Retail: $599.00
Color Shown: Titanium (other colors available)

Chicago Cubs Chin Music Track Jacket by Nike

A simple approach to a classic track jacket from Nike. It's probably to nice to wear in the bleachers, but it will work on most any other occasion. They also made an alternate version for St. Paddy's day in green - but it has the Cubs' "C" logo - not the Cubby Bear logo. I like this design better - but the green jacket is a head turner as well.

Retail: $59.99

Ron Santo Home Blue & Pinstripe Jersey

Ron Santo has established himself as one of the greatest third basemen ever, as an outstanding and passionate radio broadcaster, and as a guy who does Chevy commercials - with no legs. Both jerseys are as authentic as you can get - short of time traveling back to 1969 or 1974. I don't think Ron ever wore a jersey like the Blue Alternate - but this jersey circa 1989 is one of my favorite Cub throwbacks. The only thing better than these jerseys is Ron himself. Here's to Ron Santo HOF in 2010!

Pinstripe - $274.95
Blue - $149.95

Reebok Primere Winter Classic Jersey

I had the privilege of being one of the 41,118 fans to attend the 2009 Winter Classic at Wrigley Field. It was one of the greatest sports experiences in my life - in spite of the Red Wings running away with the game in the 3rd period. All was made well when a loyal Hawks fan decked a celebrating Red Wings fan, in the face. We gave him a standing ovation as security carried him out on their shoulders. It was a great start to 2009 and this jersey is a great look back at 1938 Blackhawks Hockey.

Retail: $349.95