Schweppes

Schweppes tonic water is a personal favorite of mine.

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Road Trip Essentials

I'm jonesen hard for a road trip right now and it got me thinking about what is absolutely necessary for any road trip you take. Therefore I shall make a list. I consider myself a seasoned road veteran so I recommend you heed my advice. Lets get weird.

1. Water/Gatorade


It's important to stay hydrated on the road and it is even more important to choose the right drinks. Be sure to have a gallon of water, they cost 40 cents and will serve as your personal well. In addition to water you should also have a bottle of gatorade on hand. Gatorade is a great way for the passengers to conceal the vodka they're drinking. Be sure to get the bottle with the biggest mouth opening. Whatever you do, do not drink soda. Soda will make you want to pee fast and often. If you don't listen to me and drink soda anyway that's alright because we saved the empty gatorade bottle. There's a reason you want to get the bottle with the widest opening and you know what that is.

2. CD's

One of the joys of being on the road is going back to basics. Ipod's have a battery life. You know what doesn't? CD's. Nothing worse than driving with nothing to jam too. Plan ahead and make some tasty playlists.

3. Road Atlas/Maps

In keeping with the theme of going back to basics it is important to have an actual map in the car. It's in our DNA as men to not ask for directions and as far as I'm concerned using GPS or an Iphone is asking for directions. Don't be a girl, man up, and know what you're doing and where you're going.

4. Roadside Assistance Kit
You know what's also for girls? Triple A. Odd's are at some point in your travels you are going to get a flat tire. If you do not know how to change the tire on your own car you should not be driving at all. A roadside assistance kit can come in handy when you are in jam. Be sure to have road flares, a flashlight (with fresh batteries), jumper cables, duct tape, and a screw driver. You'd be surprised how much these items can help you out.

5. Back-up pare of shades


I don't need to tell you that sunglasses are a must for a road trip, you already know that. What you might not know is that you need a back-up pair that are as ready to step up as Tarvaris Jackson is on Sunday's. Shit happens and sunglasses are fragile. Carrying an extra pare is vital.

6. A Towel


Are you aware of how many things you can use a towel for? Spill a drink, boom towel. Have a urinating mishap, boom towel. Need a pillow to catch some Z's, boom towel. Want to take a quick shower on the side of the road with your gallon of water, boom towel. I can keep going, but I think you get the point.

7. Tobacco


Pick your poison (get it?). Cigarettes, chewing tobacco, dip, snus...whatever your heart desires. Tobacco provides that perfect buzz you need for a long drive.

8. Open Mind

Probably the most important item on this list. The best part of a road trip is the adventure and the unknown. See a bonsai tree stand, you better stop or I'll kick your ass. Strolling through Mark Twain's hometown you bet I'm stopping by his house. Spot a hitchhiker carrying an axe, why not pick him up and see what happens. Also don't forget to keep your shred stick in the trunk, you never know when you'll stumble across a skate spot. The open road is a wonderful mistress, now get out there and get some!

Ode to the Moustache...

this will be my new series about one of the most manliest things in the world...the moustache.

some great moustaches...


Carl Pavano






many more to come through out the days.

Merry Christmas from your boy...

Bangs...

Danny Macaskill for Redbull

Def skills needed...

Got to love passionate radio anouncers

If you thought Charger fans have it bad, I guess the Redskins fans are struggling too. You have to listen to this local radio announcer lose it after his team got embarrassed on Monday night. It's 12 minutes long but worth the listen. This is better than stand up comedy.

The most interesting man in the world...

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Leo Romero Shreds

If you don't know who Leo Romero is, you should. The dude straight rips and rides a baddass motorcycle all over the country. I stumbled across this old interview with him which is hysterical and pretty much sums up why Leo is the man. Here's a video of a day in the life. Oh and I almost forgot he rocks a stache that's almost as good as mine. Yes I have a man crush.

Skaters want to be him, and hookers want to get with him. Take notes.

The Most Awesome Picture on Earth

Charlie and Frank: American Heroes

Below are the funniest clips of the two craziest, erradic, and mentally slow characters ever to grace their presence on the television screen. I am talking about Charlie and Frank, two roomates, from It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. These clips are ranked in no particular order because it is impossible to rank so many classic scenes.

1. Charlie Profile

2. Charlie Wildcard

3. Charlie thinks he's a lawyer

4. Pepe Silvia

5. Charlie: A literary genius

6. Charlie: A Vietnam Veteran

7. Beginning of the Frank De-evolution

8. Epitome of Frank: Guns, tequila, and cans

9. Frank on age

10. Frank's Gambling Buddies

11. Frank and the system

Mac Bonus Video: The Ocular Patdown

this is amazing...

The Putz Pondering Corner

Welcome to the Putz Pondering Corner! This section is dedicated to the burning thoughts and questions that happen to go through my head.

Today I was watching the Alabama vs. Tennessee football game. Alabama's starting quarterback is Greg McElroy. The announcers and seemingly everyone else pronounce his name "Mac-el-roy." Now my question is where did that "a" come from? Why is it the general consensus for people with Mc____ names to be prounanced as Mac? I understand in our english language we cannot exactly pronounce an "m" and then a "c" directly after that, so you therefore need to insert a vowel. But why not "Mec-el-roy," or "Mic-el-roy," or even "Muc-el-roy." And that my friends is something to ponder on.

Chargers are awful

10 Most Epic Beer Commercials

The previous post showed a classic commercial for Busch beer. This got me to ponder about all the great beer advertisements there are out there so I've compiled another list. Without further ado, the ten best beer commercials.

Honorable Mentions:

Head for the Mountains of Busch

Bud Light: Will Ferrell

Budweiser Frogs

10. Natural Light

Starting off the list is Natty Right. Not much to say here besides a Naturday every now and then is pretty awesome.

9. Guinness

It's always a great day for a Guinness and although the Irish can get pretty cocky sometimes, they can surprise you with some great ideas.

8. Stella

All you need to know is four words: perfection has its price.

7. Coors Light

I'm not a big fan of Coors Light but they have come out with some great ads. Although the coaching press conference commercials are good, I'm reaching farther back into the vault for this great commercial. When you combine arguably America's favorite pastime, tailgating, and twins in a 30 second spot you are doing something right.

6. Miller Lite

What would our society be without man law? Miller Lite has taken it upon themselves to bring up and debate man's most controversial topics.

5. Bud Light

With over 5 million views on youtube there is no need for explanation on why this commercial is so great.

4. Busch

Classic and timeless. What more can i say?

3. Heineken

Not only hysterical but also accurate. Who wouldn't get that excited over a walk in fridge stocked with cold ones?

2. Keystone

One of the less desirable beers out there, Keystone makes up for it by really knowing how to reach their college age demographic. Keith Stone is always smooth, even if you're not.

1. Dos Equis

With so many entertaining commercials, it is impossible not to put Dos Equis at number one. Full of wisdom and advice, we can learn a lot from this renaissance man. Most importantly though we must remember to never, never, under any circumstance, rollerblade.

Bar Jams

Well the week is almost over, and about time the bars will be occupied. This got me thinking when i go to my local watering holes i enjoy checking the juke box collection and like to throw on a 2 or 3 song set to get the mood right. Last couple weeks i've had a key song that i would frequent and i now realize i am on my 3rd song.

Several weeks ago my so called "song of the week" was Steppenwolf's- "Magic Carpet Ride"



Last Week i was on a Skynyrd trip with "Simple Man" as it is also an ode to the great Busch Beer...




This Week I decided the "Song of the week" is the original Ram Jam's - "Black Betty"





So if you're at a bar and hear one of these classics, raise you beer up to the sky and have one on me!

Fushigi!

I recommend everyone buy stock in the Fushigi Ball right now. It is sweeping the nation and is hands down the raddest thing I've ever seen.

Hello Blogging world!

My name is Peyvand im 24 and hail from San Diego, I am honored Erik has invited me to become a participating member on what will one day be the most glorious blog of all time! I Believe he (Erik) has brought me along because of my skills on the soccer pitch, my everlasting desire to get a motorcycle and start a biker club, and lastly (but not least) my skills in driving a car with a manual transmission.

and now i leave you with a random picture to ponder on...

Dive Bars

Last night I had the pleasure of enjoying a few beers with a couple of friends at my favorite dive bar Uncle Duke's. That got me thinking of all the great shady watering holes I've encountered in my short two year circuit with the drinking community. Therefore I have compiled this list of the 5 best dive bars in California.

5. Ye Ole Watering Hole

Starting off the list is Ye Ole Watering Hole in Santa Cruz. This place has all the staples of a dive bar: a pool table, an old school juke box, awesome drink prices, and a friendly bartender. The Watering Hole has a strong locals only vibe, but as long as your respectful they're more than happy to share a pint with you.

4. Peter D's

I've never experienced anything quite like Peter D's. If you look up dive bar in the dictionary there is a picture of Peter D's with it. Located in the heart of Clairemont this place has pool tables that are growing bactaria and fungus on them, locals that have seen more things in their lifetime than I care to know about, and creepy old lady's of the night that are always down for a fun time. Peter D's only draft beer is the prestigious Stella which is peculiar considering its surroundings, but I'm not complaining. And of course this place is the home of "The Shed."

3. Abbey Tavern

I had the pleasure of living across the street from Abbey Tavern in San Francisco and had a handful of entertaining times here. Great place to watch soccer games, see a sick show, or take a shot before a graduation. You can't go wrong stopping here.

2. The Oasis

Chico is the proud home of several bars and a college that majors in drinking. The Oasis has great burgers, a plethora of pool tables, a diverse drink selection, and is in a wonderful location.

1. Uncle Duke's

Coming in at number one is the great Uncle Duke's. Every time you go to this place you're in for a different experience. From beach bum's, to pro skaters, to ladies collapsing on the floor this place has it all. Uncle Duke's is a great destination to have a few Budweiser's and watch some gold fish races.

Throwback Ad's

In honor of the name of this blog, I took the time to uncover some old school smokeless tobacco ads. They are pretty humorous and downright awesome

Remember, you don't need to smoke to love tobacco.

Always rich, and completely healthy.
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