If I Had a Million Dollars: April 2009 Archives

This gorgeous vessel is an all-transparent two-passenger canoe/kayak from Clear Blue Hawaii, and omg, I want one. I also want to see that view every morning when I look out my window, but we can't always get what we want, can we?

But if you live anywhere with calm, clear waters just begging to be explored, and if you have an extra $1,800 or so lying around, this is the kayak for you. Made from the same polycarbonate material used in the production of bulletproof glass and fighter jet canopies, the kayak endured durability tests like intense crashing against rocky shorelines, 20-foot drops, hammer blows, and an ejection from a vehicle at 70mph. (Sounds like an average day at MythBusters, if you ask me.) However, the maker still recommends just using the vessel in calm conditions - no white water or surf kayaking. I suppose this means I could use it for floating the Midwestern rivers near me like the Mississippi, although I'm not sure I'd really see much through those muddy waters besides, well, mud.

If you're lucky enough to live near waters rich with aquatic life, though, this kayak is a great way to see it all without having to strap on bulky diving or snorkeling equipment.

Does an outdoor table get any cooler than this? The center of the table can be a regular fire pit, a gas grill, or an ice bucket. During the summer you can put a patio umbrella in the center instead. Talk about versatile!

Bar height tables probably aren't the norm for outdoor furniture, but I like it. It makes it easy for people to sit at the table on bar stools or stand at the table and not make the people standing feel awkward. The granite makes it look very nice and also makes it very expensive. The base price is $2,359.00! This table is cool, but not that cool.

Not into the bar height? Check out this dining height granite table with a fire pit.