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Vegas Nites by SNI

JChannell — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 13:10:11 +0000

Vegas Nites, by SNI, is once again becoming available! We have recently cut a purchase order for a bunch of boxes, and will be recieving this in this week. The store’s inventory quantity will be updated later this week.

Vegas Nites is currenly available in limited quantities, and we are one of the few folks that are having some coming in. Please check back later on this week!

MAN Sports’ Swagger Product Review

admin — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 13:59:52 +0000

Swagger from MAN Sports is designed for confidence, concentration, and energy. “The ingredients in SWAGGER™ are designed to keep you confident, focused and full of energy so you can handle whatever life throws your way successfully and with style.” Swagger has a suggested serving size of 3 caps, and contains:
N-Acetyl-Tyrosine, Citicoline, Phenylethylamine (PEA), Caffeine Malate, DMAE, Bacopa monniri, Rhodiola Rosea, Picamilon, GeranatimTM (1,3-dimethylamylamine), Yohimbine HCl , and Vitamin B-6. Recommended use, as an adult dietary supplement: take 3 SWAGG-Caps once daily, preferably with food. Swagger normally retails in the $30-$33 range for a bottle.

In personal testing of Swagger, I mostly would take it roughly an hour before work, on an empty stomach, and sometimes with food. I know your supposed to take it with food, but sometimes the morning is such a rush, that you forget in getting ready, and running out the door. A few times I took it before going out on the town. I went through 1 entire bottle, and used it nearly every day.

I found the confidence boosting properties of Swagger to be very good. Especially when taken before going into social or work settings that would normally make me a bit anxious or nervous. This was especially true in reducing what’s termed “approach anxiety” in some circles of opening up a conversation with an attractive member of the opposite sex. The focus properties were not spectacular, but present. The effect usually wore off after a couple of hours, and wasn’t nearly as strong as some other focus specific products that have been reviewed previously.

What really didn’t impress me at all, were the energy and mood enhancement properties. The energy may have been comparable to a cup of coffee or two at most, and over a slightly longer period than the normal coffee “liftoff and crash.” Let’s just say they wont be scaring App Nut’s Black Cats in the energy department anytime soon. Swagger’s mood enhancement properties were possibly present, but not super noticeable. Some products, like Happy Pills give a very present, and noticeable boost, that puts you on a veritable Cloud 9. Your mileage may vary, but I don’t see it happening here.

Nightlife’s Verdict:2.5 stars (out of 5)
Swagger’s tag line is confidence, concentration, and energy. 1.5 out of 3 ain’t bad, but it ain’t great either. If your looking for a replacement for your morning Joe, Ritalin to help you focus, or your Prozac to make you feel better, this isn’t your product. If your looking for a pure confidence booster, Swagger may just be your ticket.

Applied Nutriceuticals Black Cats Product Review

admin — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 12:00:41 +0000

Black Cats are Applied Nutriceuticals new energy product. Applied Nutriceuticals (a.k.a APP NUT) is known in the supplement industry for their “no hype, just make great products and let them speak for them selves” approach. Adding to their lines of both sports and wellness products are Black Cats. Black Cats have been designed to be “The perfect energy product,” and are designed for pre-workouts, a morning coffee replacement, and for whenever the day gets long, and your feet are tired. One serving is two caps, and contains contains a 1000mg Blend of, Natural Caffeine, Cocoa Ext (25% Theobromine),Licorice Root (26% ext), Naringin (98% ext), 1,3 Dimethylamylamine, White Willow Back (25% extract), and Bioperine (95%-98% piperine). One bottle contains 60 caps, and will retail for about $19.99-23.99 or so depending on the supplier.

When I first tried Black Cats, I popped just 1 pill at about 5:45AM, on an empty stomach. Now, I’m not as heavy a stimulant user as I once was, but waking up super early has me hating and cursing my life a few days a week. For those early mornings, coffee or energy drinks, and don’t really do what I’m fully looking for. I’ve grown mostly immune to them. Imagine my surprise,when the 1 pill lasted until about 12 pm or so, then slowly faded over about 2 hours! NEVER, do I remember just 1 pill doing something like that. Keep in mind, I spent nearly 10 years in the service industry, and once upon a time used to pop Yellow Jackets with ephedra in them almost like candy. So, lets just say, I’ve been around a myriad of stims for years.

I had the opportunity to participate in an early beta test of this product in the summer of 08, and liked it a lot. That version was a balanced blend, in that it gave a solid energy boost, and a chatterbox mental up- lift feeling, that a wise guy like myself just loves.
The effect of this version is more pure energy and focus. The days I’ve taking it before work recently, I do manage do get more work done, and it’s easier for ADHD me to focus. I’ve been taking 1 pill in the morning, then another 1 about 8-9 hours later. I’m still too scared to try 2 at once. They do have a very long burn to them, rather than a quick blast then crash.

Nightlife’s Verdict: 6 Stars!!!!!! (out of 5)

The only thing that can even touch this were the early versions of Stimulant X, which are sadly no longer available. This may be the de facto best stimulant since the ephedra ban.
I really love the price of about 33 cents a cap, and the VERY long effective time. I don’t need any Starbucks, Red Bull, or anything else when I have Black Cats. I bought 1 bottle to try out, and review for this site. Be assured dear reader, that I will be buying more, and can not speak highly enough about this product. APP Nut has a tremendous winner here!

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ThermoGum Product Review

admin — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 13:30:13 +0000

ThermoGum, LLC is a newly launched company, that aims to “focus on the perfect combination of convenience and effectiveness” in it’s products. ThermoGum, the product, “is a revolutionary new high-powered, fat-burning sugarless gum designed to stimulate energy, enhance focus, and amplify weight loss. ThermoGum is the next generation of energy enhancing gum…..provides clean energy, intense focus, and mood boost, but without crash……(and is) designed to aid in alertness as well as fitness goals.”
Thermogum gets it’s punch from raspberry ketones, caffeine anhydrous, Cinnamon Oil, Geranium Extract, and Black Pepper Extract. It’s sweetened with Xylitol, a sugar alternative, and thus is a sugar free gum. ThermoGum comes in 10 piece packs, and retails for roughly $5.00.

The stated directions for ThermoGum are to “start with 1 piece of ThermoGum to assess tolerance. Most users will find 1 piece sufficient.” The gum it best used preworkout, during morning or afternoons lulls, and when concentration or energy is required, such as before studying, driving, or meetings/presentations.” ThermoGum’s effects last about 2 hours, so nighttime exercisers need not worry about insomnia. The minimum suggested chewing time is 20 minutes, to get all the active ingredients into the bloodstream.

When I tried it, my impression was that the taste is much like caffeine injected gum or mints. If you have tasted such a thing before, you know what I mean. The taste is supposed to be Raspberry CinnamINFERNO, and it is cinnamon, but with a bitter tang, due to the ingredients. The Raspberry didn’t make it to the show in this batch. The taste may be off putting to some, if they are two expecting Wrigley’s, or Orbit gum. My girlfriend spat it out, but then again, she doesn’t like the taste of N.O. Xplode either, and that stuff is like Kool Aid to most. Matt Pearson, one of the principals of the company, says the newer batches are much improved in the taste department.

The stimulant effects, on the other hand, are the noteworthy aspect of the gum. The first time I tried it, I didn’t read the instructions fully, and didn’t chew for the minimum 20 minutes. I’m guesstimating I got about 15 or so in. Even so, the gum provided a pleasant stim like focus, that got me very sidetracked and lost in videography forums and blogs, when I was SUPPOSED to be working. Haaaa, guess I am ADHD after all! Well, it does count as work, because I’m learning as much as possible about videography, to best utilize the equipment I ordered, so we can do videos for this site, for YOU, our community. THERE! Tangent justified! I popped a second piece, a few hours later, and the great focus continued. I will try this out as a more long term test, as the company was generous enough to send us a bunch of trial packs, and update here with my findings. Already I can see this replacing my morning joe, as I wake up at 5:30 am several days a week.

Nightlife’s Verdict: 4 stars (out of 5)
We give the ThermoGum product a 4 stars, for being a very effective, and innovative product. Early adopters, get in on this one pronto! We did deduct a bit, for the funky taste, which I will gladly give back, if the new batches show improved taste. We will give a mini update, on the new flavor, when we get a chance to taste it. In the meantime, this is a serious utility weapon, for fighting the battle of the bulge, focus for getting stuff done, and, an economical (insert evil coffee chain empire here) replacement. It’s pretty new, and only a few places carry it at the time of writing, but it’s more than worth the hunt.

J. “All I want for Christmas is a Marshall that goes to 11”Channell

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MoodPak’s Energy Product Review

admin — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:23:13 +0000

MoodPak is a brand new product line for “Real Performance in Real Life, ” that we introduced in the Bliss review a while back. MoodPak features a line of easily carried, and practical supplements for varying situations. Today we will be reviewing MoodPak’s Energy product.

MoodPak Energy contains a proprietary blend that contains Tyrosine, Guarana Extract, Caffeine, Green Tea Extract (98% Polyphenols), Sulbutiamine, Cocoa Extract (Contains Theobromine, Theophylline, Tyramine, Phenylethylamine), Pyroglutamic Acid, Quercetin, Epimedium (40% Icariin), Yerba Mate, Yohimbine, Wakame (Seaweed Extract), Vinpocetine, and Huperzine A.

In testing we found that Energy, when taken on an empty stomach as directed, has initial effects within 15-20 minutes, due to the rapid release capsules used for the products. The full effect kicks in within 30-45 minutes, and lasts for roughly 3 hours, depending on the user. We found that the effect was very smooth, focused, not jittery, and no crash was experienced. The effect can best be described as “an extra gear,” and is not over the top, but more subtle, and very smooth. This is a long, slow steady burn. To allow an analogy, its a supercharger, rather than a quick shot of nitrous. More experienced stimulant users may consider upping the dosage to 3 capsules to get a more pronounced effect as we found ourselves doing towards the end of the test.

Nightlife’s Verdict: 4 Stars (out of 5)
Moodpak’s Energy is perfect for those early mornings, in place of coffee, of for late nights in place of Red Bull. The blend of caffeine, theophylline, and theobromine, make for a great stimulant trifecta. The focus and long slow burn of the product, make it very versatile in our eyes. The only change we would wish for would be little more on the energy side. However, the balance between energy and focus ingredients makes for a great supplement to work, when you just HAVE to get a lot of stuff done. If your working overtime on that big project, pick up the convenient packaging of MoodPak Energy, and it just may be done on time, and under budget.Check them out in our store!

J. “You can’t close if you don’t open” Channell

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Clear Shot by Ergopharm Review

admin — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 18:28:44 +0000

Clear Shot by ErgoPharm comes from a company renowned for it’s innovation by Patrick Arnold. Now with Arnold recently departing the company, can they continue the innovation? Clear Shot even touts being “Clearly Different” on the label. Clear Shot is a 2 fl oz energy shot that contains a proprietary blend of Citrulline Malate, Zingerone, Caffeine, and an extract of geranium oil. The flavor we tested was the Green Tea and Lemon flavor.

At first impression, the taste was SPICY!. I’m not making this up. Guessing it has to do with the ginger extract, zingerone. The green tea and lemon flavors take a back seat to the heat, but are present. Overall, the taste wasn’t great. This is not a sipping drink, but a “pound it down” shot.

The effects kick in within 15 minutes or so, if taken on an empty stomach. We found that it gave a mental focus, open loquaciousness, steady energy, with little crash. The total effect lasted at most 2 hours, and individual mileage may vary.

Nightlife’s Verdict: 3 1/2 STARS (out of 5)
We will give credit to Ergopharm for producing something a bit different from the rest of the mainstream offerings. Many energy drink just pour on the energy, but offer little else. We like focus effect, and gift of gab it tends to enhance, in addition to steady energy. We are wishing the taste wasn’t an issue, as this really is a pretty decent energy shot. If you want some spice in your nightlife, literally, pick up a Clear Shot.

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MamaJuana Extreme

admin — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:28:37 +0000

MamaJuana Energy , is an all-natural, non-alcoholic, 2 ounce shot that contains both an energy and sexual enhancing blend. This drink is inspired by the Dominican Republic drink that is a mix or rum, red wine, honey and herbs, and is a legendary aphrodisiac. The version here contains L-Phenylalanine, N Acetyl L-Tyrosine, Taurine, Caffene, Maca, Muira Puama, Horny Goat Weed, Green Tea, and more.

Upon drinking the MamaJuana shot, the taste is a non offensive berry taste, and goes down smoothly.
The energy effects are subtle and sustained, but not very strong. Red Bull, Hypershots, or Redline have no fear of loss of market share here. In fairness, MamaJuana won’t give you a jittery feeling that some might get from Redline or Hypershots, currently the strongest players in the energy drink market.
The sexual enhancing effects are also wanting. Users often get a mild libido boost 15-30 minutes after drinking the shot, but not much in the way of performance enhancement.

Nightlife’s Verdict: 2 STARS (out of 5)
MamaJuana tries to be both an energy drink and a sexual enhancer, and does neither very well. Therefore, the Nightlife Crew can NOT suggest this product. There are other products out that we have found to work better, like Vegas Nites. The wise consumer would be better off spending their money elsewhere, and we have to give MamaJuana Extreme the proverbial thumbs down.

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RPN Strange Ecstasy Shots

admin — Tue, 19 May 2009 15:34:24 +0000

RPN Strange Ecstasy Shots Review

Strange Ecstasy Shots by Recomp Performance Nutrition (RPN) are a 2 fl oz shot, and are designed to reduce, or even eliminate alcohol in social or nightlife settings. Strange Shots may cause a focused, euphoric feeling, that lasts from three to three and a half hours.
Strange Shots mood and libido enhancement is potent, while at the same time enhancing focus and clarity. They currently come in a Apple Melonade flavor.

In testing these out, we found first that the flavor does need work. You will NOT be drinking these for the flavor. It’s kinda like apple flavored dirt, liquefied. That’s due to the high amount of herbal content, which is a very good thing! We suggest you have a chaser handy, or mix it in with some cranberry juice.

It’s suggested to take these on an empty stomach, and with 2-3 alcoholic drinks, and that’s what we had our testers do. Take the shot, wait 20 minutes, quickly drink a few, then wait for blastoff. This method should give you 2.5 hours of FLYING. If you want a longer, slower burn, take the shot, and immediately sink a few pints. This second method lasts closer to 4 hours, but does not have the highs, or the crash as the first method.

The effects are a strong mental focus, almost like mental “blinders,” a VERY open and talkative persona, and ZERO social anxiety. You can approach and talk to anyone, with these. It had out testers FLYING for about 3 hours, then started to wear off fairly quickly. If you are a bit of a wallflower, be prepared to come out of your shell for a few hours. They are nothing short of a magic pill for nightlife, and social gatherings. If you’ve ever wanted to be “THAT guy or girl”in the room, this makes it possible.

Nightlife’s Verdict: 4 1/2 STARS (out of 5)
Potent on their own, but near magical with a few cocktails, RPN’s Strange Ecstasy Shots have the potential to turn happy hour, and nights out on the town into a whole new animal. Guys, if you ever feel nervous chatting up girls, give these a spin! We hope you have large pockets to hold all the phone numbers, because you will need them.

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Full Disclosure: These products were purchased, and Nightlife has not been compensated for this review.

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Energy Fuel by Twinlab

admin — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 13:00:31 +0000

Twinlab's Energy Fuel

Energy Fuel by Twinlab offers a great energy drink alternative at a great price. Energy Fuel features no sugar, no calories, and no carbs. Energy Fuel gets it’s energy enhancing blend’s power from Vitamin C, B vitamins, Gurana Seed extract, Taurine, Ginseng, and Green Tea leaf extract. This product currently comes in capsules (hard to find), and a 8.4 fl oz can, that comes in 4 packs or singles. The can is the one we like, and will be discussing here.

Energy Fuel gives a similar effect as the very common Red Bull type drinks, but in a different way. It does have caffeine, but relies more on the B vitamins and herbs. The taste is decent, but not outstanding. The aftertaste is a bit weird, but not metallic, like some others. It doesn’t give a jittery ,“cracked out” feeling like a Redline or some others can give. So, if that’s your concern, rest assured, this is a great option for you.

Nightlife’s Verdict: 5 STARS (out of 5)
We like energy fuel for it’s great value, and a focus on natural energy support, rather than 20 pounds of caffeine. It’s currently about 99 cents at local Vitamin Shoppe’s. That’s not a typo. It’s really less than a buck, which is the best value we have found in the category You can but 3 of these for the price of 1 Monster/Red Bull type drink. Similar effects for 1/2 the price. Game Over in my book.

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ALRI Hypershots

admin — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 14:00:43 +0000

ALRI Hypershots bring to the market a new offering in the energy shot category. Already in the category are the likes of 5 Hour Energy, Charge!, and Redline’s 7 hour energy. Hypershots bring a slight twist to the formula. It has no sugar, no carbs, and comes in 3 flavors: Blue Raspberry, Mandarin Mango, and Strawberry Pina Colada. Each Hypershot bottle has 500 mg of caffeine, which is quite a bit for most users. Also added to Hypershots is beta alanine, which makes it unique among energy drinks, as no other offering currently contains this.

Hypershots are STRONG! The taste of all three flavors are decent enough, with blue raspberry being subjectively the best of the bunch. It does have a weird aftertaste though.
The beta alanine gives the user a tingly sensation, that can be unexpected, if one isint familiar with the ingredient. Supposedly, it adds heightened physical sensitivity, but we weren’t able to test out this claim.
The energy is quite strong, and lasts for several hours. It comes on fairly quickly, 10-15 minutes on an empty stomach, and a little longer with food. If your sensitive to caffiene, then this is not the drink for you.

Nightlife’s Verdict: 4 1/2 STARS (out of 5)
For in experienced energy shot users, this is a 2 serving shot. For more serious energy needs, drink the whole thing. The beta alanine tingles, are kinda cool also. In the end, this is one of the most potent energy shots out right now. If your used to 5 hour energy, and it’s lost it’s kick, give Hypershots a try.

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