Humor
March 15, 2010
Conan O'Brien's Beard is Tweeting Away
For those of you who use the popular microblogging service Twitter, you now have chance to follow not only Conan O'Brien, but to follow his beard as well.
Conan has almost 670,000 followers on Twitter, while his beard has less than 10,000 followers, but his beard feed might just be funnier than he is.
Here's Conan's Twitter feed:
And now we hear from Conan's beard:
What do you think, should his beard, not him, be the actual celebrity?
And hey, if you like celebrity body parts, you might want to check out Jay Leno's chin on Twitter.
January 7, 2010
Stink Bugs and Beard Frogs
In all my years of wearing a full beard, I never had issues with bugs. I went backpacking and camping and on canoe trips, through all types of terrain, and not once did I have to deal with a beard infestation.
So imagine my surprise when I stumbled upon a question about this very topic over at Askville:
"Why are stink bugs so attracted to my beard?"
I chuckled to myself, visualizing some guy waking up every morning with these big bugs in his beard, and wondering where the heck he lives, so I can avoid that place.
But then I read the answer voted as the Best Answer, with 4 1/2 stars:
"Billy Gibbons and Dusty Hill (of ZZ Top) had this exact same problem for a very long time. It wasn't until the mid eighties that Billy and Dusty adopted a pair of what are now known as "beard frogs" and found their solution."
Coffee came out my nose when I read that - I'm imagining the beard frog creeping up the long white beards and popping its head out during a concert.
You'll have to read the rest of the beard frog answer for yourself, and tell me if you've ever heard of such a thing happening to a bearded man. Who knows? The beard frog might just might be the next pet rock.
Image: J. Coelho at Flickr
January 6, 2010
December 30, 2009
Panasonic Beard Buster iPhone App: Facial Hair Fun
It's become a funny catchphrase to say "There's an app for that", but it's probably truer than you think. Panasonic just released their own iPhone app, called Beard Buster.
Users can upload a picture of themselves, add facial hair with a 'sketch pen', and then use a razor to shave it into any kind of facial hair that strikes their fancy - from a goatee to a Fu Manchu moustache or a full-length beard. When you're done, you can send the resulting image to friends on Facebook.
So just when you think "I've seen it all" along comes another app...
To pick up yours (for free!) head over to the app store: Beard Buster
December 23, 2009
The Shave Mobile, For the Man Who Has Everything
We covered this briefly before, but because we all need a good laugh, I direct you to the Google translation of an article on the Japanese CNET site:
"Finally appeared, they built shaving!
Rapidly evolving mobile incorporated various features. What's your purse, and nothing to their Tondemoketai Japan movement in China that is separate from the evolution to proceed with murder. The mobile TV Sutereohanzufuri it after hearing the music, change the cell phone number depending on the opponent, and nothing to the norm now in China. Whenever a new model Tondemoketai "Now I will be on the features?" And they get excited.
China has produced its strongest ever, ever, no, "t best demonstration" that will introduce this guy to call his mobile. Why this feature? Why features? What exactly are you thinking! They Atsu no sane or mad? Maa question but there is a lot to force the manufacturer's product planning has already made your phone just like you have to tip my hat."
September 13, 2009
It's getting to be that time of year...
It might be wise to start planning your winter facial hair strategy now, so you'll get a good head-start if you live in a part of the world with brutal winters. For those without cold temperatures, you can stop reading right here.
For those of us who are regularly out in the elements, whether we're braving a commute, climbing a crag, or cranking out some miles on the bicycle, some serious facial protection comes in really handy in December.
With that in mind, here's a little beard-growing humor for you:
April 14, 2009
The Faux Bois Beard T-Shirt
If you've been looking for a fun way to show off your facial hair affinity, look no further. The Faux Bois Beard T-shirt lets you go clean shaven, yet still be able to pull up your beard at any time! Great for men or women, the Faux Bois shirt is sure to be an attention grabber wherever you go.
To pick one up, head over to the Etsy shop of hideandseekclothing and tell 'em we sent you.
March 30, 2009
No Need to Grow a Beard, Just Buy One
So you can't wear a beard because of work, or maybe you can't really grow a full one, or maybe you don't want to wait through the scratchy transition phase...
Now you can simply buy one.
Artist Erin Dollar, of Portland, Oregon, makes beards by hand and sells them through Etsy. Pick up a pre-made beard or order a custom one from Erin, and you'll be the talk of the town.
Surf on over to her shop at Etsy, and head over to her blog I Made You a Beard and get in on the action.
Image: imadeyouabeard
March 9, 2009
Fire Shaving: Not Safe For Monday Morning
I'm all for innovation and trying new things, but fire shaving? I don't know, man... Seems a little too far out. But hey, different strokes, right?
I think I'll stick with a razor any day over fire shaving...
March 6, 2009
Friday Funnies: BeardHeads and the Handlebar Moustache Club
The guys over at BeardHead have a product that'll let you enjoy the benefits of a beard without having to actually grow one:
Beard Head knit beard caps combine the comfort and warmth of a traditional knit cap with the amazing styling of having a massive beard and moustache growing on your face! What person could pass up the incredible opportunity to sport his or her very own beard! We know we couldn't!
Beard Head knit beard caps are one size fits (mostly) all, durable and machine washable! They are perfect for skiers, snowboarders, sports fans and people who enjoy all types outdoor activities!
The unique design of the Beard Head allows your entire face to remain warm, even in the harshest weather. Your chin, cheeks and upper lips will thank you as the Beard Head keeps them toasty warm!
And for a little taste of the eccentric moustache crowd, watch this quick Handlebar Moustache Club video:
Whaddya think? Is the handlebar coming back?
February 25, 2009
Leg Shaving Advice For Cyclists
I love my bike. I ride it every day, and I take great pleasure from spinning down the road. I'm not a roadie, nor a mountain biker. I'm a bike commuter riding an old Trek road bike converted to a singlespeed.
When I found this amusing article on BikeRadar, I thought it was worth sharing:
As a cycling aficionado, you no are no doubt anxious to demonstrate your commitment to the sport, even when you are not on the bike.
"But how," I hear you ask, "can I show my absolute dedication to the cycling lifestyle, hopefully to the extent that my family, friends, and coworkers will begin to cast sidelong glances at me and eventually take me aside and tell me they're worried about the direction my life seems to be heading?"
The answer, it seems, is shaving your legs. Every other day.
"By shaving your legs, you are stating, unequivocally, that you are willing to spend an extra five minutes every other day with a razor, just so you can look like other cyclists."
And why would you need to shave your legs if you're a die-hard biker? You're just going to have to go read the whole article. It's a gas.
Leg Shaving Advice For Cyclists
Image: tandemracer at Flickr under CC License
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