Unbreakable netbooks/netbook cases?: I've realised the one feature I really need in a $350 netbook, is one I can get a case for one so I don't *break* it... [more inside]
posted by Elysum on Oct 15, 2009 - 10 answers

I'm thinking about buying the Sonim XP3. Does anyone here own one or know someone that does? Asking primarily because I'll have to order it online; the only store carrying it is on back order and I can't futz with it before buying. [more inside]
posted by Unicorn on the cob on Sep 17, 2009 - 0 answers

Rugged travel/storage case for hard drive? [more inside]
posted by Zed_Lopez on Oct 21, 2008 - 3 answers

Alcoholics (of course you aren't): Need drink ideas that fit the theme "rugged". Fewer ingredients is better, and if you've got several suggestions that all require the same base liquor, that's wonderful.
posted by Picklegnome on Oct 16, 2008 - 52 answers

I'm looking for a sturdy, high quality, somewhat large bag to put up with some abuse. [more inside]
posted by warriorengineer on Sep 5, 2008 - 13 answers

Women's urban clothing. I'd like to find more brands of clothing like G-Star Raw and Triple 5 Soul. I particularly like this jacket and this shirt and this blazer. What are other retailers or brands that sell kinda tough, kinda sexy, kinda rugged apparel, specifically for women? [more inside]
posted by barnone on Oct 6, 2007 - 11 answers

Recommendations for earbuds that can take some abuse. [more inside]
posted by mmascolino on Jun 1, 2007 - 12 answers

I need to find some indestructible (or as near to it as possible) still and video cameras for use in a school environment. [more inside]
posted by davey_darling on Jan 29, 2007 - 12 answers

Help my father choose a ruggedized laptop for use in a salt-water environment! [more inside]
posted by Alterscape on Aug 20, 2006 - 8 answers

Who makes pants that can take a beating and still be comfortable? I have a few specific requirements.... [more inside]
posted by ordu on Mar 24, 2005 - 9 answers