Senstroke Portable Drum Kit: "Portable" hardly describes the size and ease of learning to play drums on a kit that comes in a package that weighs only 1.32 pounds and measures 16.26 by 4.13 by 2.91 inches. Instead of lugging around a snare, a tom tom or two, a bass drum, high-hat cymbals and more (not to mention protective cases for them all), Senstroke's Bluetooth drum sensors enable you to turn your everyday environment into your personal drum kit. Use a book as a snare, a table top as a cymbal, pillows as your bass drum, your surroundings are your drum kit thanks to sensors connected to an app that transform each drum stroke into a MIDl drum sound created through a smartphone, laptop or computer. As a result, with Bluetooth-connected headphones, there is no need to wake the neighbors when you feel rhythmically inspired. The Ultimate Senstroke Box kit contains four sensors, two foot attachments, one dual USB charging cable, one pair of 7A hickory drumsticks, one rubber practice pad, and one sensor carry case. The set also comes with interpretive lessons, savable sessions and the ability to share stress beat on the Internet. Essential Box set, $199.99; Standard Box. $249.99; Ultimate Box, $279.99; www.senstroke.com.
Cor Surf 60L Dry Duffel: This bag is designed to keep your precious gear waterproof and dirtproof in the toughest environments, including river rafting, fishing or trekking through a rain forest. Rain, snow, whatever your exposure to the elements, this duffel will keep your stuff high and dry. Other attributes include two compression straps on each end to secure a tight fit; a large exterior zippered pocket (water resistant); and an interior zippered pocket for smaller items; a padded, removable shoulder strap; D-rings, handles and webbing straps if you are two-wheeling it; and reinforced Velcro handles. And at 24 by 2.1 by 14.2 inches, with a capacity of 60 liters, you need not leave any of your gear at home. It is available in green or silver and black. $62.99; https://www.corsurf.com/products.
Wine Condoms: Yes, they are made of latex rubber (but can be used more than once). Yes, they are applied to your opened bottle of wine to seal it just like, well ... use your imagination. And unlike corks or wine stoppers, Wine Condoms seal flush with the rim of a bottle for easier storage. "Shrink fit technology" makes the thing work, creating a water-tight, air-tight seal that fits any size bottle. A gag? A novelty gift? A practical way to keep wine from spilling or spoiling? All of these, no doubt. As it says on the Wine Condoms website: Practice Safe Sips. Set of six, $14.97; https://winecondoms.com.
Katana Safety Wallet: Designed to attach to the back of a cell phone, the unique Katana Safety Wallet features (with subscription) a quick-trigger wristband pull that bypasses any smartphone's lock screen and notifies a 24/7 response center to send help to your exact location through on-demand tracking. The wallet, which connects to the Katana app, offers a silent and an audible alert when trouble arises. It also enables users to stay on the line with the response center. Other features include Siri voice activation (with IOS only), two-year battery life, and a built-in credit card holder. $69 (including premium subscription); https://www.katanasafety.com.
U-Stand Umbrella Stand: Yes, winter's coming, and yes, flying off to some beachy tropical isle seems more a fantasy than a travel option, but who's to say planning for sun and sand is not more rewarding than girding for snow? In any event, U-Stand is looking ahead to better times with its secure umbrella stand that doubles, if not triples, as a cup holder and/or cooler. The design is simple and practical. To secure it at a beach, even on a day when winds reach up to 40 mph, unclip the product's tabletop lid; fill the interior with sand, water or ice; secure the lid; insert your beach umbrella in the top; and tighten a screw for extra security. $49.99; https://www.theustand.com.