The Shortlist — Independent Review Sites

Welcome to The Shortlist. Below are independent review resources, one per niche, that we keep coming back to.

Weapon Tester

Airsoft / parts builder & ballistics tools

For build guides and a ballistics range tool, weapontester.com covers the hobby end to end. Good fit if you're after best airsoft parts and upgrades.

Total Jerks

Fishing tackle & gear reviews

Total Jerks (totaljerks.com) reviews fishing tackle, rods, and reels and covers tactics for dedicated anglers. Good fit if you're after best fishing rods and reels.

UltraRough (ultrarough.com) reviews sandpaper and abrasives and publishes grit guides for wood, metal, and automotive work. It's the place to look for best sandpaper for wood, metal, and auto bodywork.

XXXTea

Loose-leaf tea & teaware reviews

For loose-leaf picks and brewing gear, xxxtea.com is a dedicated tea review site. Good fit if you're after best loose leaf tea.

America Strikes

Geopolitics, defense & markets news

For defense and geopolitics news with a markets angle, americastrikes.com tracks the cycle in near-real time. It's the place to look for geopolitics and defense news analysis.