With speeds that peaked 175 mph, BYU engineering broke the world land speed record for the 1,100 pound class by averaging speeds of 155.8 mph at the Bonneville Salt Flats. It took 7 years and 130 students to manufacture the custom built Electric Blue streamliner and 1 failed attempt to break the record.
A fire-breathing boar in full, rocket-launching body armor, on a motorcycle with a dairy-demanding chimp. Sounds like a job for a guy on a buffalo.
Combining elements of tactical boots with training shoes, the Nike React SFB Carbon Low is built for outdoor pursuits. It's built with Flyplate technology that uses a full-length carbon fiber plate to optimize stride, support the Achilles, and protect from sharp rocks. Lightweight React foam provides cushioning and energy return, while the mesh upper has a durable fabric midfoot overlay, heavy-duty stow-away laces, and a solid rubber toe reinforcement. It all sits atop an outsole of hand and sticky rubbers with rubber teeth in the arch for added grip on challenging terrain.
Presented by Nike.
As America's most trusted printer brand, plenty of people rely on HP for everything from personal projects to important business documents. The new HP Instant Ink plan removes the biggest pain point for their printers: running out of ink. Using the plan, their smart printers can automatically order more ink, ensuring they never run out. The original HP replacement ink or toner is delivered at no extra cost with hassle-free delivery and recycling, and plans start at just $1.50/month for 10 pages, saving up to 50% over other options. For extra convenience, add the optional HP paper delivery.
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Red Bull takes a few practice laps on Austin's soon-to-be Circuit of the Americas. The 3.4-mile track is the first purpose-built Grand Prix facility in the U.S. and will be the home of the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix starting November 18, 2012.
Professional racer and stunt driver Mike Ryan takes his Freightliner Cascadia Pikes Peak Edition race truck to the Formula Drift Championship at Irwindale Speedway for some big time, big rig drifting with special guest William Klopper riding shotgun.
Designed to give you a buzz without the drawbacks, Vena Happy Place delivers feel-good vibes without the alcohol. The THC drink is made with 2mg of THC and 2mg CBD, taking you on a journey of relaxation and happiness, minus the hangover that usually follows. Available in Black Cherry, Grapefruit, and Guava Passionfruit, each refreshing sip elevates your mood, and with just 40 calories, you can savor the moment guilt-free.
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There's a good chance that the modern world wouldn't be possible without the widespread use of coffee. The world's most popular stimulant has remained practically unchanged for millennia — and Four Sigmatic wants to change that. Four Sigmatic's mushroom coffee is made with a unique blend of caps, the most potent part of the mushroom. The result is a brew that does much more than just provide a perk, helping focus and mood throughout the day.
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Nissan, in collaboration with Sony and Polyphony Digital have selected 16 lucky Gran Turismo 5 gamers for a once-in-a-lifetime chance at becoming a racing legend. The five-part reality series will air to all us jealous suckers on SPEED September 20, 2011 at 10 pm.
Motor Trend puts 11 of the world's most badass cars head-to-head for the drag race to end all drag races.