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Based in Atlanta, GA - Rick Limpert is an award-winning writer, a best-selling author, and a featured sports travel writer.
Named the No. 1 Sports Technology writer in the U.S. on Oct 1, 2014.
Rick joined Sam and Greg on SportsRadio 92.9 The Game Sunday morning with his 2019 Holiday Sports and Tech Gift Picks!
Have a listen:
Items they discussed:
Huffy Hybrid Gravel Bike – On & Off Road Bike
We often don’t think about the technology behind bikes, but the new Huffy Carom 27.5-in 14-Speed Gravel Bicycle is a great gift for someone looking to upgrade their ride or for someone looking at getting back into biking. The new style boasts a sturdy aluminum hydroformed frame, dual disc brakes, mountain bike handlebars, alloy quick-release seat binder, and Kolo alloy 3-piece crank. The 14-speed Micro-Shift shifting technology makes it easy to adjust gears while on the road, off the road, or adventuring through downtown. You can pick up the rugged bike at retailers for $260.
Amazon Echo Flex
Without fail, any Amazon in-home gadget works wonders during the holidays. The Echo Flex is the perfect solution to add to your home automation and smart systems. And for under $25, it is a great stocking stuffer or supplemental gift. The Echo flex offers voice control of your smart home (turn on lights, adjust thermostats, phone calls, lock doors), built-in USB port (charge your phone or tablet), an optional night-light accessory or motion sensor, and connection to other compatible Echo devices. You can also enable Alexa Guard to get Smart Alerts if your Echo device detects the sound of smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, or glass breaking.
Samsung Q70R Soundbar
As television technology continues to advance in terms of picture technology, sound seems to take a back seat. Enter Samsung’s 2019 Q Series Soundbars – the Q70R provides multidimensional cinematic audio sound designed to enhance your home entertainment setup. The Q Series offers Dolby Atmos & DTS: X along with a super sleek and slim design featuring 6 speakers in total. Buyers can save upwards of $200 on select soundbars when buying a qualifying 2019 QLED or UHD TV. This is an ideal gift for the sports, movie, and gaming fanatic in your life.
At under $10, the Quiet Fox Designs Sloth Journal makes a great gift!
The perfect reminder to slow down and reflect, this journal is an excellent way to write all about your day and express yourself through art! With cute and cuddly sloth cover designs and 96 blank pages to fill however you please – from doodling and drawing to writing and journaling – let this be your creative outlet to relax, collect your thoughts, and feel inspired.
Features:
A charming journal for young writers and artists to express their thoughts and themselves 96 blank pages for creative expression, recording travel memories, or making bullet lists Adorable sloth art designs on the front and back covers Perfect for journaling, drawing, writing, doodling, recording your dreams, and more The perfect reminder to slow down and reflect, this adorable sloth journal is an excellent way to write all about your day and express yourself through art!
Order easily on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Journal-Designs-Creative-Expression-Journaling/dp/1641781041/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=sloth+journal+quiet+fox+designs&qid=1573764326&sr=8-1.
I made my annual appearance on the "Waves of Tech" podcast this week, joining Steve and Dave to talk a wide range of tech gift ideas and shares the tech gifts that go well beyond the tablets, phones, and gaming systems. We dive into talking about high tech Huffy bikes, Amazon Echo Flex, Samsung soundbars, the World Almanac, an affordable GPS golf watch, and eco-friendly clothing. So be sure to place these items in your shopping carts this holiday season.
Have a listen to the entire episode:
Products Rick brought on:
Huffy Hybrid Gravel Bike – On & Off Road Bike
We often don’t think about the technology behind bikes, but the new Huffy Carom 27.5-in 14-Speed Gravel Bicycle is a great gift for someone looking to upgrade their ride or for someone looking at getting back into biking. The new style boasts a sturdy aluminum hydroformed frame, dual disc brakes, mountain bike handlebars, alloy quick-release seat binder, and Kolo alloy 3-piece crank. The 14-speed Micro-Shift shifting technology makes it easy to adjust gears while on the road, off the road, or adventuring through downtown. You can pick up the rugged bike at retailers for $260.
Amazon Echo Flex
Without fail, any Amazon in-home gadget works wonders during the holidays. The Echo Flex is the perfect solution to add to your home automation and smart systems. And for under $25, it is a great stocking stuffer or supplemental gift. The Echo flex offers voice control of your smart home (turn on lights, adjust thermostats, phone calls, lock doors), built-in USB port (charge your phone or tablet), an optional night-light accessory or motion sensor, and connection to other compatible Echo devices. You can also enable Alexa Guard to get Smart Alerts if your Echo device detects the sound of smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, or glass breaking.
Samsung Q70R Soundbar
As television technology continues to advance in terms of picture technology, sound seems to take a back seat. Enter Samsung’s 2019 Q Series Soundbars – the Q70R provides multidimensional cinematic audio sound designed to enhance your home entertainment setup. The Q Series offers Dolby Atmos & DTS: X along with a super sleek and slim design featuring 6 speakers in total. Buyers can save upwards of $200 on select soundbars when buying a qualifying 2019 QLED or UHD TV. This is an ideal gift for the sports, movie, and gaming fanatic in your life.
The 2020 World Almanac Book of Facts
It’s definitely not tech, but it is still relevant to this day! Out now, The World Almanac and Book of Facts 2020 returns with the Year in Sports, Year in Pictures, Offbeat News Stories, Decade in Review, and 16 pages of world maps and flags and easy-to-use side tabs. The World Almanac provides hundreds of pages of trivia and statistics featuring the women’s World Cup soccer tournament, a quick preview of the upcoming 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, and much more.
TecTecTec – GPS Golf Watch
When you think of wearables, most think of Apple Watch, FitBit, or some other health related items. Sports wearables have grown in great popularity the past few years. Case in point, check out the TecTecTec ULT-G model for only $110. This wearable finally provides a golf GPS watch that is affordable. There are no subscriptions or surprise additional charges for course updates. The smart unit is water and dust resistant. The watch auto detects the golf course you are playing with a database of more than 38,000 courses worldwide. As a golfer, you will benefit from the distance to the front and back of greens, distance to hazards, and automatic hole progression. A no-brainer gift for the golf lover or golf amatuer you may know.
Blue Zipper Shorts
Technology stretches to the clothing industry as well. Blue Zipper’s lineup is heavily based in designing eco-friendly shorts and products. Their design philosophy is to start making better apparel while reducing dependency on polyester, due to its potential to pollute waterways. The lineup of men’s outdoor shorts and pants provide flexibility and durability. The range of color options would make a perfect match for the outdoor enthusiast, hiker, biker, or camper.
If you are a podcast fan, make sure you check out one of the longest running tech and information podcasts, Waves of Tech.
Now that it's fall, the Kubie is the ultimate solution for anything and everything outdoors. Whether needing to bundle near the campfire or keep warm at the outdoor sporting events, Kubie can be used as an insulated poncho with hood, ground cover, sleeping bag, pillow and even more! Can be configured into several uses including an insulated poncho, ground cover, sleeping bag, pillow, shade canopy and more! The Kubie is comfortable and made of durable nylon ripstop fabric. It has a water-resistant coating and a fleece-lined hood. It converts into a hammock, has double zipper pulls and as a bonus, turns into its own carry pouch. This is one $80 blanket that covers all the bases, literally!
2.The C64 Mini - One of Rick's Favorite items of the year
Retro Games Ltd. and Solutions 2 GO has brought the THEC64® Mini to North America. THEC64® Mini, a 50% replica of the of the world’s bestselling home computer that launched in 1982, comes pre-loaded with 64 classic games and THEC64® Joystick. Originally designed with fans of the original machine in mind, THEC64® Mini is also attractive to kids and families thanks to its simple plug and play action. Aspiring gamers of yesteryear can revisit the past and program their own games – just add a keyboard, and THEC64® Mini becomes a fully functional home computer complete with C64 BASIC.
THEC64® Mini comes with 64 classic titles already installed, including: California Games, Winter Games, Impossible Mission II, Boulder Dash, Jumpman, Pitstop II, Speedball II: Brutal Deluxe, Street Sports Baseball, Summer Games II, Temple of Apshai Trilogy, Uridium and more.
If sports and travel on your holiday list or the list of one of your loved ones, Rick is here to set us straight.
Rick joins his old friend, (I don't mean old as in age) on 1470 am and 95.5 fm WWNN in Ft. Lauderdale and Boca Raton, FL for "The Golf and Travel Show."
A busy year means lots of tech gift possibilities
Some great ideas for the holidays
Have a listen:
1. Card Fool cards - make giving your holiday cards easy and fun www.cardfool.com - Order online, put in your own message and the card is delivered right to the recipient
Card Fool are the experts in hilarious greeting cards, are helping everyone channel their funny bone and celebrate the lucky individuals on your naughty list. With a variety of Christmas and Hanukkah cards to choose from, this holiday season let that special person know you’re thinking of them the only way you know how – humor, why not!?
2. Big Max AQUA Ocean Golf Bag - If you'd tried a few golf bags, trying to find "the one' here it is... www.us.bigmaxgolf.com
For golfers, one of the most important things is transporting and carrying their golf clubs. Big Max takes it to another level with their new AQUA Ocean bag. The AQUA Ocean is a 100% waterproof, compact stand bag that has space to spare and weighs just 3 ¾ lbs.
With an oversized top, the Ocean is designed for ease of use and with five waterproof pockets has plenty of storage options. Practical features such as glove, towel and umbrella holder, combined with space for a full set of clubs mean this stylish bag allows golfers to travel and play without compromise. A great deal for $179.99, and is available in Black/Red, Red/Black.
VERSATILITY ON WHEELS and the perfect gift for the sophisticated traveler whether jet setting for work or play! Avail. in classic black or Stingrey Polyblend (water-resistant materials) + 4 wheel colors, $399 Avail. in carbon fiber, $549 A compact version of G-RO's popular, award-winning carry-on, The Multitasker is designed to make all kinds of trips more convenient, fitting both overhead or under the seat when flying. Features GravityRoll™ Wheel Technology for ease in rolling over virtually any terrain, an aviation grade aluminum, telescopic handle (longest in the industry), a USB port for on-the-go charging (battery pack not included) and is constructed of ultra-durable, water-resistant materials and a lightweight polycarbonate shell. Also features a laptop compartment, office organizer and plenty of space for clothes, shoes and more.
4. Impact Improver - portable swing aid - We talked about last year and Tiffany has been a previous guest www.impactimprover.com $39.99 take with you on the road. Black Friday bundle deals - ships anywhere in the world
The Impact Improver is indoor golf!
Simply attach the the Strike Shield and start swinging. The Impact Ball STICKS to the Strike Shield. With every swing, you know exactly where you made contact with the ball. You get instant feedback, instant fun, and a better game!
Golfers get feedback they can use to make adjustments or consult with their local pro.
The Impact Improver also saves you time, money, and allows you to practice in the comfort of your own home, hotel room or wherever. The Impact Improver is reusable, there is not sticky impact tape residue to deal with. And the Impact Improver fits on YOUR club.
Great for beginners, children and avid tournament golfers.
Each unit comes with One Strike Shield, Three Impact Balls, One Facilitator Tool, One Uber Cool Zipper Storage Case.
If you are ending 2018 with nagging injuries and sore muscles, "roll out" those aches and pains with the RAD Roller and the RAD line of products. They will perfectly bracket your spine and hold its shape so you can dig deeper into the spots that count. All of the products relieve muscle tension, increase mobility and aid in the recovery process. They are made of high quality silicone that grips the skin and wipes clean. There are dozens of uses: upper back, head, neck and feet. Try on your rotator cuff, pecs, triceps, PSOAS, glutes, hamstrings, adductors, quads, peroneals, calves and more. RAD products start at just $16. Picks from rollers, rounds, rods and more
6. The C64 Mini - One of Rick's Favorite items of the year https://thec64.com/ $79.99
Any old Commodore 64 fans out there?
Retro Games Ltd. and Solutions 2 GO has brought the THEC64® Mini to North America. THEC64® Mini, a 50% replica of the of the world’s bestselling home computer that launched in 1982, comes pre-loaded with 64 classic games and THEC64® Joystick. Originally designed with fans of the original machine in mind, THEC64® Mini is also attractive to kids and families thanks to its simple plug and play action. Aspiring gamers of yesteryear can revisit the past and program their own games – just add a keyboard, and THEC64® Mini becomes a fully functional home computer complete with C64 BASIC.
THEC64® Mini comes with 64 classic titles already installed, including: California Games, Winter Games, Impossible Mission II, Boulder Dash, Jumpman, Pitstop II, Speedball II: Brutal Deluxe, Street Sports Baseball, Summer Games II, Temple of Apshai Trilogy, Uridium and more. 7. Cut Golf Balls
Ahhhhh... the old stand by gift... golf balls. Try something new! Golf doesn't have to be boring, stuffy or expensive. With the money you save, buy another beer or put towards your next round. Cut Golf doesn't want to take that large cut of your wallet.
Cost under $20 Cut uses high-quality materials and manufacturing techniques; relying on tracking and robotic technology, user feedback, and third-party testing to support product performance. Its golf balls have been rigorously tested to ensure quality, consistency and playability.
I used Cut balls exclusively at a recent golf outing at a private resort course. I didn't lose any distance, I felt comfort with my long irons and kept my touch around the greens. 4 diff types of balls, attractive packaging - makes a great gift!
8. Combat Wipes - keep some in your golf bag for your clubs and you.. www.combatwipes.com
$6.75 a pack For the outdoor and hiking enthusiasts in your life, check out Combat Wipes – a 100% biodegradable wipe that you can bury after use. It goes back to nature 100%, has recyclable packaging, and has a cleansing and refreshing formula. These are more than just another ordinary baby wipes pack – it specifically designed to the outdoor enthusiasts with the environment in mind. Buy one or as many as you want for $6.75 per pack.
Sunday, December 15, 2019 at 11:33AM 
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