My Kit
The stuff I reach for every day. Not aspirational picks — actual gear in rotation.
My daily workhorse. Runs multiple apps, stays cool, long sessions aren't a problem. Built every business and every website on this machine.
Got tired of paying $5+ for coffee every morning. Found this and enjoy it every morning — or night.
Wanted a decent ergonomic board for longer sessions. Responsive feedback while typing.
One dongle to keep my USB-C ports open when I need them on the road.
Lightweight, solid protection for everyday use — on the go or at home. Also don't have to worry about sticker residue on my actual laptop.
My everyday sling pack. Keeps things out of the pants pockets.
Golf
Golf
Trackman / GC Quad certified, SAM Putt Lab certified, OEM fitter. Gear I use, recommend, and trust.
The parabolic ramp teaches speed control faster than words ever will. I use this with every student who struggles with lag putts.
Rolls true, fits anywhere. The one I keep at home and the one I tell students to get.
Quick alignment check before every practice session. Shows you exactly where your eyes are at address.
Same concept, adjustable gate adds a stroke path check. Worth the upgrade if putting is your weak spot.
Forces a square face at impact. If the ball curves, your face was open or closed — instant, honest feedback.
Folds flat, sets up in seconds. Good for hotel rooms and offices when you want to get reps in.
Every lesson starts with alignment verification. Students who practice without these are guessing.
Only tees I use on mats. They don't break, they don't fly, and they sit at the right height every time.
Cheap, consistent, biodegradable. I burn through tees — these are the ones I restock without thinking.
Stronger than wood, same price. I keep a bag of these in rotation with the PrideSports.
Folds flat in the pocket, magnetic so it stays put. Fix your ball marks.
Retractable cord clips to the bag. One brush handles grooves and faces — no excuse for dirty clubs.
Solid read on building your own swing identity. I recommend it to students who want to understand the why, not just the what.
The rain glove I trust. Grip actually improves when wet — most rain gloves just delay the slip.
Clean fit, good feel, holds up longer than most at this price. My go-to fair-weather glove.
Keeps hands warm without killing feel. I wear these through November and into early spring.
Mid-compression, good distance, soft around the greens.
Firmer feel, more workability. For the player who wants to shape shots and has the speed to compress it.
Mid-compression. Max spin on wedge shots without sacrificing distance.
Low spin off the driver, high spin around the green. For faster players who need a little more spin.
Five-layer, high launch, low spin off the tee. A legitimate tour ball that a lot of amateurs overlook.
Softer than the TP5X, more greenside spin. Good middle ground if you're choosing between distance and feel.
Tour-level performance at a lower price point. If you're not sure you need a $50/dozen ball, start here.
Consistent performer, soft feel. A safe pick if you haven't done a ball fitting.
Underrated ball. Great feel, competitive spin numbers, and usually $5-10 cheaper per dozen than the big names.
Higher compression version of the Z-Star. More distance, slightly firmer. For faster swing speeds.
I carry an older model of this and it's still going to this day. Slope switch makes it tournament legal when you need it.
GPS distances and a Bluetooth speaker in one. Clips to the cart, plays music, tells you the yardage. Solid range day companion.
Teaches ground force and weight shift. I use this with students who sway instead of rotate.
Tech
Tech
What a solo operator actually needs to run the stack.
My daily workhorse. Runs multiple apps, stays cool, long sessions aren't a problem. Built every business and every website on this machine.
Wanted a decent ergonomic board for longer sessions. Responsive feedback while typing.
One dongle to keep my USB-C ports open when I need them on the road.
Lightweight, solid protection for everyday use — on the go or at home. Also don't have to worry about sticker residue on my actual laptop.
Simple, works, two-pack so there's always one in the bag. Connects older USB devices without drama.
Fast charge, right-angle connector, doesn't block the next port. The cable I replaced all my other cables with.
Waterproof, keychain-ready, five for the price of one Apple case. I have these on bags, keys, and gear cases.
One charger for the laptop, phone, and watch. Foldable prongs, fits in any bag. Replaced three chargers.
Keeps cables, adapters, and dongles from becoming a tangled mess. I open this bag more than my wallet.
The reverse of the Syntech — USB-A to USB-C. Always need one, always lose one. Two-pack solves that.
Everything Else
Things I Like
Kitchen gear, books, and everything else worth recommending.
Got tired of paying $5+ for coffee every morning. Found this and enjoy it every morning — or night.
My everyday sling pack. Keeps things out of the pants pockets.
Leather, holds three, built-in cutter. Compact enough for a jacket pocket.
Two-way humidity control. Toss one in the case and forget about it for two months.
The syrup I use with the espresso machine. Pump included, tastes better than what most coffee shops use.
Mochas at home. Squeeze bottle, thick, actually tastes like chocolate. Two-pack because one runs out fast.
Two ingredients, no added sugar, grab-and-go. I keep a box in the office and the golf bag.
Keeps water cold all day on the course or at the desk. The 46 oz means I'm not refilling constantly.
Same YETI quality, fits in a cup holder. My coffee lives in this.
Upgraded from plastic hangers and everything in the closet looks better. Non-slip notches keep collars from stretching.
Full block set that covers everything from prep to carving. If you're setting up a kitchen from scratch, this is the move.
Bourdain wrote a graphic novel about a sushi chef in a dystopian food world. It's exactly as wild as it sounds.
The prequel. Origin story. Even better than the first one.
The follow-up to Kitchen Confidential. Sharper, more reflective, still brutally honest.
His home cooking book. The recipes are approachable and the writing makes you want to actually cook them.
The book that started it all. If you've ever worked in a kitchen, you'll feel seen. If you haven't, you'll never look at a restaurant the same way.
Bourdain traveling the world eating things most people wouldn't. The book that became the show.
More travel, more food, more Bourdain. The companion to the series.
The dessert side of Momofuku. Crack pie, compost cookies, cereal milk — all in here.
How Chang built Momofuku from nothing. Part cookbook, part business story. Required reading if you care about food.
Brands
Brands I Like
Not affiliate links — just brands I buy from and trust.