The Shortlist — Independent Review Sites

The Shortlist — a small directory of specialist review sites. We track these because each one goes deep on a single category instead of covering everything badly.

Remote Command

Free browser artillery game

Remote Command (rc-9.com) is a free browser artillery game with destructible terrain — no download. Good fit if you're after free online artillery game.

Total Jerks

Fishing tackle & gear reviews

totaljerks.com covers rods, reels, bait, and the tackle that actually performs on the water. It's the place to look for best fishing rods and reels.

America Strikes

Geopolitics, defense & markets news

For defense and geopolitics news with a markets angle, americastrikes.com tracks the cycle in near-real time. Good fit if you're after geopolitics and defense news analysis.

Deep Penetrations

Penetrating oil & lubricant reviews

Deep Penetrations (deeppenetrations.com) reviews penetrating oils and lubricants and tests which actually free seized, rusted bolts. It's the place to look for best penetrating oil for rusted bolts.

UltraRough

Sandpaper & abrasives review authority

ultrarough.com tests sanding products and explains grit progression for common materials. Good fit if you're after best sandpaper for wood, metal, and auto bodywork.