Mancessities

A Sound-Savvy Living Room

Though we all wish we had enough extra cash to afford a solid surround-sound system, the second-best option comes in the form of the iHome iD9, which can hook up to any iPod, iPhone or iPad for full use with games, apps or—the best option—music. Only $99.99.

Cookout in the Kitchen

Camping out in the wilderness and grilling up grub is awesome, but it never hurts to have the option of doing the same at home. Esbit’s BBQ Box makes it possible with a compact build and a waterproof internal coating. This baby is also dishwasher safe. BBQing at home—in January? Sure! Available at most REIs.

Fabulous Flatscreen

These days it is absolutely vital to have a nice HD television in your place. Fortunately, the prices of flatscreens have dropped in the last year so you can get a very nice one at an affordable price. This 47-inch HDTV from LG can be purchased for less than a grand, and many stores offer great discounts and rebates for slightly older models that are still super slick.

Tooling Around

Every man needs a quality set of tools, and having the basics for any job around the house is important. That's why this 115-piece kit from Denali is perfect. It includes all the tools needed for any household chore, like mounting that flatscreen TV you just bought, and they all come in a heavy-duty and convenient carrying bag. You'll be hard pressed to find a better value than this, as the entire kit is just $50.

No Windows? No Sweat

Well actually, a lot of sweat. Most garages are windowless, meaning we park our rides in there and head into the house ASAP. But you can get more use out of your carhold by hanging an Everlast Platinum Heavy punching bag in the corner. Use it at the end of the day to let off some steam and get your workout on without leaving home. This can also work in the basement if you have one. Kit with gloves, belt and jump rope for $90.

Watch TV, Anywhere

If there's one thing guys like, it's TV, which makes the Slingbox Pro-HD ($249) the ultimate guy device. Hook it up to your TV, and you'll be able to watch your home television in streaming HD anywhere you have an Internet connection. Let's say you have the NFL package and you want to watch the Bears game, but you're stuck at a wedding in Topeka. Fire up your computer or smartphone and you'll be chanting "Bear Down" before you know it.

Four-Corner Blender

You know how every smoothie place you go to has a nice square (not circular) shaped blender? Now it’s your turn. We love the Cuisinart PowerEdge blender. The 64-oz. jar gives you the ability to blend a giant post-workout smoothie, plus make soups or delicious dips for parties. Available on Amazon for about $200.

Backyard Bags

It might have the corniest name around, but Cornhole is a modern man’s horseshoes. Cornhole boards from Hayneedle range from $64.98 and up and are the perfect addition to your backyard or deck. Haven’t played? Find a buddy who’s sure to be more filled in than you and start enjoying this recreational trend we love.

No Whining About the Wine

There are plenty of gimmicky products out there to “make your life better,” and this is one of them—but it’s for your wine—and we’re big fans. The Corkcicle ($24.95) keeps your wine cool at just the right temp, which is essential for a nice dinner in the dining room or a movie night that eliminates an ice-bucket mess to clean up later.

It’s OK to Have a Clock

Remember being in school or at work, and actually checking the clock for the time instead of your phone? We’re ecstatic that watches have made their way back onto our wrists and wish the same for bedside clocks. Farmhouse Wares has this Vintage Alarm Clock for $24.95 that has a classic brass finish and adds a little swag to your nightstand.