Awesome Living

While we were touring the mountains in the new 2016 Camaro SS (yeah, hard life, we know), we dropped by the Bozeman, Montana factory where Gibson Acoustic has been crafting guitars for the last 30 years. Incredibly, almost every step of the process is still done by hand.

Each week, our friends at Everyday Carry are bringing us the latest drops, showing off the coolest gear they have to offer. Here’s this week’s awesome load out, courtesy of EDC reader AndrwTNT.

Designed by a former Marine Scout sniper, this compact survival kit packs 28 tools inside its waterproof shell. There’s a blade, fishing line, duct tape, matches, a compass, a load-bearing shackle, and much more, wrapped in 45 feet of paracord. Grab one at The Awesomer Shop.

Unlike most smart locks, Monkey works with intercom systems instead of door locks. Just plug it inside your intercom handset and near a Wi-Fi connection to activate it. It can also control smart locks installed in doors.

Save 20% off the regular price on this deluxe grooming kit from Crux Supply Co. which includes natural, organic shave soap, pre-shave and post-shave tonics, along with a boar bristle brush, stainless steel shave bowl, all packed in a waterproof nylon pouch.

The tape measure seems like a self-explanatory tool. But as Leah of See Jane Drill points out, it has several features that can make using it a lot easier, such as the slot and the serrated edge of its hook.

Tired of dealing with dirty upholstery, Sitskie came up with its patented block furniture system. Small strips of wood joined together by elastic create a seating surface that’s comfortable and easy to clean. It’ll leave your bank account spotless too.

The latest proof that everything is better with bacon – this sweet and savory combo that replaces the flour shell of this traditional Italian desert with smoky and fatty strips of pork. Bacon + ricotta + chocolate chips = yum. Full recipe on Thrillist, by Perry Santanachote.

A minimalist compass for people who like to wander. While Haize and its mobile app can provide turn-by-turn navigation, its main feature is a free roam mode that shows the general direction and distance of your destination. How you get there is up to you.

It’s not the fridge you need, nor the one you deserve. Haier’s officially licensed life-size R2-D2 scale model zips around via remote control, has a hidden mini refrigerator with room for six cans, and emits Artoo’s lights and sounds.

Kicking out huge sound with great dynamic range and booming bass, Thonet Vander’s amplified stereo speakers don’t just look great. They’re some of the best sounding Bluetooth speakers we’ve ever heard, and are well priced for their capability. Available in white or black.

A desk and chair combo that lets you sit, stand and lie down. Its monitor arm works with VESA mounts and supports up to 35lb. display setups. It comes with magnets for the keyboard and mousepad so that they’ll stick to the magnetic desk. Skip to 1:57.

The holidays can be stressful. Take the edge off the days leading up to Christmas with this sweet advent calendar loaded with 24 individual 50ml Heritage Distilling vodkas, gins, and whiskeys for your tasting pleasure. Save $10 if you order by 11/1/15.

Store Christmas lights, earphones and more without tangling them. Wrap your cord around the Cord Master in a figure eight and secure it around the notch. Then slide off the Cord Master to use the cord. Available in 20″, 16″ and 3.5″ sizes.

Fall is well and truly upon us, and the days of outdoor grilling are numbered. But the Revolution Grill will keep you cooking year round. This electric grill cooks a meal for six, works indoors or out with minimal smoke and flare ups, and has a non-stick grate.

The best sipping tequila we’ve ever let pass over our tastebuds – this exclusive Gran Patrón is a 3-year aged extra añejo, which gives it a rich agave flavor that’s balanced by vanilla, mushroom and oak. Well worth the price tag for special occasions.

Each week, our friends at Everyday Carry are bringing us the latest drops, showing off the coolest gear they have to offer. Here’s this week’s load out, courtesy of EDC reader Mike Geoffrey Espineli.

A climate control system for your drink. The 350mL Ember mug lets you adjust the temperature of your drink, whether hot or cold. It lasts up to 2h per charge, but it comes with a charging coaster for indefinite use when plugged in.

Redbeard’s handmade soaps include a hint of beer and other natural scents to keep you clean and smelling great. This 3-pack includes Pumpkin Ale, Woodsman IP and Winter Fir IPA. Save an extra 10% with promo code newawesomershop through 11/1/15.

A unique skincare product designed to help keep you warm while out in the cold. While it won’t prevent frostbite or hypothermia, this 98% natural formula will help exposed skin feel warmer, improve heat retention, and protect from dryness and discomfort.

A 16oz. double-wall insulated bottle with a removable base. You can turn it into a wide-mouthed goblet by removing its bottom cover and screwing it into the bottle’s narrow opening. That also makes it easier to clean than conventional bottles.

You could hide all your spare rolls of toilet paper under the cabinet, or you could turn them into a work of cheeky wall art, courtesy of designer Bertrand Jayr’s concrete shelf, which transforms your TP into a fluffy white cloud. Even better with sky blue walls.

There are plenty of carabiner clips on the market, but none as impressive looking as the Gatekeeper. It’s made from anodized aluminum, clad with titanium, and stainless steel hardware. It’s not for climbing, but it’ll do a bang-up job holding your gear and keychains. Also available in full titanium.