You may heard by now that SkyMall filed for bankruptcy. Found in nearly every the seat-back pocket once held a captive audience they shilled too, but the times have changed. Xhibit CFO, Scott Wiley wrote:
“With the increased use of electronic devices on planes, fewer people browsed the SkyMall in-flight catalog. The substantial increase in the number of air carriers which provide Internet access, and the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration’s recent decision to allow the use of electronic devices during take-off and landing, resulted in additional competition from e-commerce retailers and additional competition for the attention of passengers, all of which further negatively impacted SkyMall’s catalog sales.”
Well, maybe this will be a reboot for them… it certainly gives us to “appreciate” the unique goods they have offered over the years. Some, no doubt very useful –hey, those change counters are HANDY! (And don't get sucked in by the USB port paper towel holder!) But here’s a look at the the 13 best of the worst. The first ITEM here, the Zombie Of Montclair Moors is the perfect send-off, doncha think? RIP? Or back from the dead? (via USA Today)
Winky Cross Body Bag – $39.99
Wireless Call Notifier – lights up when you get a call?, $49.99
Wrist Cell Phone Carrier – $29.99
The Bug Vacuum – $64.95
Circulation Improving Leg Wraps – $199.95
The “TowlHub” with 4 USB Ports – $49.99–$89.99
Serenity Cat Pod (how do they get in?) – $1000
Dog Breed Toaster – (your choice of dog to burn onto your toast?) – $44.95
The Siamese Slanket (I know, sounds racist) – $40.99
Beer Pager – (exactly what it sounds like) – $24.99
Basho the Sumo Wrestler Table (not sure what decor this works in...?) – $249
Seabreacher Customized Boat – $85,000