One a Penny

Skateboard fanatics and designers alike will be glad to know that you can very easily make your own personalized version of the penny board now thanks to these free downloadable files from MyMiniFactory courtesy of designer Simone Fontana, who shows a perfect tutorial of how to print and assemble you're very own replica Penny Board. 

Of course because of the limited printing capacity of the 3D printer, this means that Fontana's download comes in five pieces that need to be put together using steel bars to give the board a bit of stability, but other than that it's pretty much a simple process that's a lot cheaper and more original than you going out and buying yourself a brand new board.

You can mix and match your Penny Board by picking your own wheels and printing each section in different colours etc; go mad with it because this is an awesome free download for the creative boarders out there. And whilst you're over at MMF don't forget to tip the designer, give back to the amazing creators out there. 

Survival Laces

I'm a bit of prepper, it's nothing to be ashamed about, and when the apocalypse does finally come around don't turn up on my doorstep expecting me to sleigh your zombies. Na, uh, get your own survival gear. And the latest in the line of cool Survival gear I've unearthed on the internet are the Survival Laces. 

Survival Laces are exactly what they say in the name; laces to keep you well equipped in any sort of survival, adventure and wilderness scenario. They're a way to carry important emergency equipment without lagging down your bag by carrying extra weight. The Survival Laces are made with 550 paracord  - which as any camper knows comes in handy everywhere and anywhere - and one strand of fishline in the core. 

Each set of Survival Laces also comes with an ingeniously covert fire starter; consisting of a one inch ferrocerium rod in the metal aglet and a four inch strand of tinder that's extremely flammable and waterproof so you can light a fire with ease. Survival Laces aren't only full functional, they're made of high quality material and come in a stylish array of red, khaki and black that can go in either your shoes or your hoodie, perfect for carrying around without making it obvious you're packing a lot of equipment. 

Prices for the Survival Laces start from $8.50 and if you're still new to starting a fire then you can get your hands on the Deluxe Survival Laces which have a full length strand of tinder in the core of the laces so that you'll never run out of fire. 

Take a hike

There's good weather on the way so there's no more excuses to stay indoors wrapped in in your duvet watching Youtube when there's a whole world out there ready to be explored. And if you do plan to be putting miles of gorgeous countryside and wilderness under your feet than you should go prepared by picking up some of these awesome, compact hiking and camping essentials. 

First up for handy camping gear is the Gerber GDC Essentials collection which feature assorted blades and tools that attach easily to your zips for quick access and light carrying. They feature a clip for easy removal and are a perfect carry companion for daily use; attaching to virtually any zip with a small, sleek form made out of durable stainless steel. In the GDC essentials collection there is a Hook Knife Ring, LED Light and Bottle Opener, Mini Key chain Knife, Hex mini multi-tool and Driver Mini Multi-tool. Anything you could possibly need for a camping expedition all within reach and perfectly compact. 

This next product is an all in one item that features anything you could probably think of needing. The Kelvin 23 Ninja (cleverly named for it's twenty three functions) is unique and designed for the everyday jobs, including; an ultra handy screwdriver, a bright LED light, a tiny yet nifty spirit level, a five foot tape measure, a powerful magnet to hold loose screws, a tiny hammer and 16 essential screwdriver bits to fit practically every fixture out there!

A Kelvin 23 Ninja on your key-ring or in your back pocket means you no longer have to scramble around looking for your hex key to tighten up the book shelf; probably the ideal gift for the college kid or new home owner who will encounter DIY for the first time. It may not be much of a camping essential but you're sure to find a use for it if you plan on getting crafty with nature.

The final tool on my list is the LighterBro which literally means you have to carry around a back pocket tool roughly the same size of a lighter. The LighterBro Multitool clips around your regular lighter to provide on the go tools such as; a micro Phillips screwdriver, a Flathead screwdriver, a super sharp knife, scissors, a bottle opener and a key chain attachment so that you can keep all your essentials in one place.

LighterBro is the perfect tool for camping/hiking with it's durable metal case and compact body; it's perfectly affordable and clips to your average Clipper Lighter. Even the reviews rave about how useful you'll find it and screaming praises for the swiss army style tool that wraps easily around your lighter; brilliant!

Unofish

If you've got a bit of a basketball obsession and you've got money to splash then maybe you should invest in a handcrafted leather basketball that takes swag to the next level. 

Unofish are the designers behind these sexy basketballs who use a range of different patterned and treated quality leathers to make these striking basketballs that'll make you feel like a queen or a king. Several of their 'crocodile' inspired balls feature alligator embossed leather, whilst balls like 'the state' have cross sections of pony hair leather which add an elegant edge to the material. 

With an Unofish basketball you're paying for great quality and finish to beat all others. And although your game might not be on your ball game definitely will be with everyone marveling over your basketball as you will stand out and above all others with your £160 basketball. 

Lazy Basketball

With society like it is it's a given that someone would come up with a way for people to play sport without having to move. And that product is the Lazy Basketball chair by Campeggi; a seat designed to allow you to shoot hoops without having to move an inch (well, depending on your shot to miss ratio). 

The metal structure of Lazy Basketball is covered in a synthetic net that catches the ball the minute you score a shot, and rolls it straight in to the arms of your friend in the other chair, ready for a game of back and forth free throwing. Lazy Basketball is colourful and would make a great garden game for both able bodied and disabled people alike. And although some may argue that Lazy Basketball will breed a, well, lazy generation, I'd argue that you're more than likely to miss the hoop altogether and end up running after the ball; as well, isn't it better to be sitting in the garden or house having an interactive game of Lazy Basketball than to be cuddled up in your room with your computer under your nose? 

Lazy Basketball is a great and fun invention and for roughly £600 you can get your hands on one of your own, ace for adding a new flare to your games room and getting your arms moving. 

If I had a fin for a day

To be a unicorn, knight or a mermaid is probably the dream of most little kids out there. And with a Mahina MerFin you can make at least one of these dreams come true. (You can probably guess which dream I'm referring to). The MerFin is a unique mermaid mono-fin that plays on the conventional swimmers fin by mimicking the ethereal style of a mermaid's tail with dreamy colours and a curved shape. 

MerFin's are made from recycled rubber - helping to endorse a sustainable attitude towards our ocean friends - and are soft and flexible, therefore perfectly functional as well as fascinating, allowing you to feel like your fish kin as you slice through the ocean currents. It's a great pool toy and can make snorkeling more fun with a simple flick of the ankles and knees to get you swimming like the mer-folk. 

And if the fin isn't enough for you to feel submersed in the mer-folk-iness (?) then you can also get yourself some scales with the MerSwim suit which consists of a pair of opalescent swim tights and Bikini top; perfect for perfecting that Mermaid look. 

Mahina Mermaid do both adult and Kid sized fins and suits to get the whole mer-family involved. The adult sized MerFins are $109 and the children's MerFins are $99. The woman behind it all is Mahina (commonly known as Mahina Mermaid) renowned for her modelling career as the rare marvel that is the mermaid; its this equity that made her want to inspire the hearts, imagination and dreams of children in promoting the art of 'mermaiding' and bringing the fin in to popular beach and pool culture. 

All I know is that they're super cool and otherworldly and that if I could swim I would have a pair on my feet at this very moment. 

Good things come to those who weight!

'Tis the season to be healthy and to help get you pumped and prepared for the beginning of a summer chock full of marathons, fun run's and endurance challenges here are some great fitness finds from the internet. 

By far the most superior product in the weights category are these Body Power Revolution Adjustable Dumbbell pair which allow for you to effortlessly turn your wrist to pick up anywhere between two to twenty kilo's of weight per dumbbell. 

That's right; no more man handling weights and fiddling to secure them to your handle, this lets you easily pump out 10 reps at four kilo before setting them down in the cradle, turning your wrist to the correct setting for you to pick up twenty kilo's! Genius! It takes the fuss out of curling and makes it so much easier for you to do a full set rather than go full speed ahead. 

With the Power Body Adjustable Dumbbell's it literally is twist and go! They're a convenient and attractive piece of gym equipment that saves you from having to have stacks of loose weight lying around. And speaking from hands on experience they really are amazing; they feel great and have a sturdy hand grip that locks the weight on firmly, balancing them correctly so you can get the most out of your workout. Sadly though is the price; at £350 they will set you back quite a bit. If you're a gym fanatic and would more than likely rack up the bills buying individual items, this is a great substitute, but otherwise I would shop around. 

Another piece of innovative fitness equipment are these products by Lucie Koldova who seems to merge everyday furniture with exercise equipment, creating pieces that can be readily used around the home and are concealed when not in use. 

Lucie Koldova's fitness furniture consists of Wardrobes that double as pull up bars, and tables that when tipped on to their legs give a space to do vertical knee lifts and other core, back and arm focused exercises. One of the best quality's of the designs is their modern black colour and subdued curves which make for attractive furniture on your lazy days. 

So it's bikini season and if you're thinking about getting your skin out but not quite happy with your abs, the Ab Coaster PS500 Exercise machine is perfect for you. It targets your core; working your upper and lower stomach muscles as well as your obliques by training the muscles from the bottom up - unlike traditional crunches - redefining the way we tone our bodies.

The steel rails of Ab Coaster provide a sturdy and very durable platform for your to continuously work out your core, letting you go at your own pace so that you can control your stomach muscles better. A digital workout counter attached to the machine will keep track of your progress. Ab Coaster works your abs without any neck damage, painful tail bone rubbing and is great for anyone who suffers with back problems. An ideal piece of work out equipment for all ages.

If you're a climber who loves to get involved with your exercise whole heartedly using feet and hand eye co-ordination, then the Jacob's Ladder would be an awesome challenge for you. Jacob's Ladder is a climbing machine with ladder type runs on a non motorized treadmill, which allow you to climb at your own pace; the faster you go the faster it goes, Jacob's Ladder is an ace piece of equipment for cardio and strengthening workouts, increasing heart rate quicker than other machines so that you enjoy a full on workout with a lowered risk of impact damage on joints and back due to the natural 40 degree incline angle.

Jacob's Ladder also has a digital readout, telling you your elapsed time, number of feet climbed, calorie burn and heart rate. Promoting good health and a steady exercise rate through fun exercise.

Tip: The best way to work to your goal is to sign up for a marathon or some sort of run; even though you're not ready to do one, it gives you something to work towards. And with a number of awesome runs such as Tough Mudder, The Big Colour Run, Spartan Race and Zombie Run all happening over the summer season you've got a great selection of crazy races to take part in that allow you to do your bit to raise money for charity! Incentive is a great way to get out there and motivated!