Most of Gizmodo is comprised of whippersnappers who can only just remember the Bigtrak from the ’80s, so we asked an actual , genuine, grey-haired old man* to tell us his thoughts upon hearing it’s to make a comeback this year. Back in 1980, Bigtrak’s chunky all-terrain monster truck looked like the most exciting toy on six wheels, especially with its futuristic programmable navigation system, but it was a fad that passed faster than a Sinclair C5. Forget remote control, you had to laboriously punch in the direction and distance you wanted it to go before it would do anything. Few kids really got their heads around how to program it and fewer still could actually afford one on 1980s-level pocket money. Our school bought a Bigtrak and Trailer—its only accessory—as a teaching aid and the novelty soon wore off.

Most of Gizmodo is comprised of whippersnappers who can only just remember the Bigtrak from the ’80s, so we asked an actual , genuine, grey-haired old man* to tell us his thoughts upon hearing it’s to make a comeback this year. Back in 1980, Bigtrak’s chunky all-terrain monster truck looked like the most exciting toy on six wheels, especially with its futuristic programmable navigation system, but it was a fad that passed faster than a Sinclair C5. Forget remote control, you had to laboriously punch in the direction and distance you wanted it to go before it would do anything. Few kids really got their heads around how to program it and fewer still could actually afford one on 1980s-level pocket money.

Glucose-powered bio-batteries aren’t a brand new idea , but Japanese toymaker Takara may be among the first to attempt to use them in their products. They’ve made some prototype remote controlled toy cars which run on our favorite sweet drinks. Apparently those cars are powered by energy “generated by using enzymes to break down glucose found in sugary drinks” such as sodas, energy drinks, or fruit juice. One 8cc dose of such a liquid will keep a toy car running for 60 minutes and the higher the sugar content, the faster the cars will run. This leaves two questions: When can I play with one of these and which soda will make it go the fastest

Electronic drink caddie . That’s one way to make a dull game of golf a whole lot more interesting. Just $99.95. [ Amazon via Foolish Gadgets ]

It’s been so snowy in both the UK and US in recent weeks, making this Zamboni ice resurfacer truck vacuum the perfect desk accompaniment for sucking up all the crisp crumbs. On sale soon. [ UrbanTrendHK ]

I love that crunch-clink sound a chocolate bar makes when I break it in two before stuffing both halves into my mouth. Thanks to this simulation keychain, I can have that sound without any of the calories. Or the oh-so-yummy-taste. It’s the whole “not real chocolate” part that’s getting to me, even if the keychain comes in three flavors—milk chocolate, high-milk chocolate and white chocolate—so I think I’ll just get some real chocolate instead. Something with almonds.

I’m a grown man and I love Nerf guns . I’m not alone either, which is why modders look to trick them out with new looks and new capabilities . Check out Oobject’s list for 12 of the best Nerf mods. [ Oobject ]

CL!CK is a short film made by Lego about how Legos can inspire you to come up with great ideas. It’s a fancy ad, to be sure, but a truly lovely one. [ YouTube via NotCot ]

Interactive Toy Concepts has followed up last year’s popular Duck Hunter infrared shooting game with a skeet version that fires off three plastic disks. Since the prototype at CES was not in working condition, there is no way of telling how far or how high the launcher can fire, or how you will score a hit, but I’ll bet the game will be just as successful as its predecessor when it is finally released. [ ITC via OhGizmo ]

The environmental movement has gone too far. One of the main draws of the traditional Slinky was its metallic, yet smelly, rings, expanding and contracting like a steel accordion that only played one note. And now, cardboard. Not only is this “environmentally friendly” slinky worse than a real Slinky, it costs $18! A Slinky is three fraking dollars at Walgreens, or free if you dig through your uncle’s old crap. I won’t stand for this, hippies. [ Uncommon Goods via Nerd Approved ]