• 30Jun
    Categories: Gear, Outdoors

    Ever wanted to pick up a kit that had everything you needed to break into whatever low security area you’re planning to break into? Well as long as a crowbar, chicklets, and some rope will get you in to this place, then this kit has everything you need. Honestly we just think it’s cool that someone made a kit for this. $200. NC

  • 30Jun
    Categories: Gear, Tech

    That’s right after only about 48 days Microsoft has canceled their kid friendly social networking phone. Sales were more than a little disappointing according to a Verizon sales rep we talked with, and one analyst called the phone “an absolute failure”. For more info, check out the piece in the NY Times. NC

  • 30Jun
    Categories: Comic News

  • 29Jun
    Categories: Gear, Outdoors, Style

    We love a beautiful knife. We also love a knife that isn’t like everyone else, so this exclusive Scrimshaw Knife from CXXVI is right up our alley. $92NC

    This Scrimshaw knife is hand etched in a small workshop in Maine. The scrimshaw is inked with black india ink and sealed with 2 coats of archival wax to protect the intricate design and to enhance the beauty of the ivory. The knife handle is bone and measures 4 1/8″ folded.

  • 29Jun
    Categories: Entertainment

    “Woman in sumo wrestler suit assaulted her ex-girlfriend in gay pub after she waved at man dressed as a Snickers bar”

    Yes this is a real headline. What else can we say really? NC

  • 29Jun
    Categories: Style

    Every man should own a great denim shirt. While A&F isn’t always one of go to brands, but with a shirt like this you can’t go wrong. Well fitted, a good medium wash with light whiskering at the seams  and that nice worn in look. This is a good shirt for those looking for classic style from a more widely popular brand. $80. NC

  • 29Jun

    Most games strive to get you to become an addict, Tilt to live succeeds with ease. The simple but incredibly difficult gameplay is one of the most addicting games we’ve played on the iPhone. You control a cursor and most at all cost evade the little red dots of death while bowing up, frying, freezing, etc, as many of the death dots as you can, before one of them takes you out. It comes with 3 game modes, and tons of unlock-able weapons. This is the premier game from One Man Left Studios and they’re off to a great start. iTunes. $1.99. NC

    Without any doubt this is my favorite game on my iPhone.

    -Jef Price President/Co-Founder of NecessaryCool

  • 28Jun
    Categories: Gear, Outdoors, Style

    Merrrell’s Dualtrek setup for men is something that will keep you dry in the heat and warm running during the chilly nights. The shirt feels a bit like your normal athletic shirt, it has a good design that fits trails or streets. The sleeves are both separate from the shirt and can be worn with or without it. They’re very snug and really do great job at wicking away sweat while running on chilly nights. To be put simply, the arm warmers work well and the shirt has a good fit, design and is plenty comfy for those long days. 8.5 out of 10. $65. NC

  • 28Jun
    Categories: Lifestyle, Outdoors

    Like most fine cigar brands, Cohiba has their own line of mini cigars. Unlike most cigars brands, Cohiba’s are nothing short of fantastic. With the perfect, smooth, full-bodied flavor, and a quality smoke that is well worth its price, these are a great choice for a fine cigarillo. NC

  • 28Jun
    Categories: Gear, Outdoors, Tech

    It’s summer and the time to stock up on gear is upon us. One thing every adventurer should have is a good headlamp. One that will stand up to the abuse of adventure and the rough trails ahead. Petzl has taken to heart this need and created the Tikka Plus 2. Compact, ultra light, bright (50 lumens) and the ability to run for up to 140 hours. 9 Out of 10$40. NC

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  • Necessary Cool is a premier, online magazine dedicated to all things cool. We test and review the products that we find not only hard to live without, but amazingly cool!