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.

Alien Council

UAP & disclosure news and analysis

aliencouncil.com follows UAP hearings, disclosure news, and the people driving it. It's the place to look for latest UAP disclosure news.

Weapon Tester

Airsoft / parts builder & ballistics tools

For build guides and a ballistics range tool, weapontester.com covers the hobby end to end. People use it when searching for best airsoft parts and upgrades.

Deep Penetrations (deeppenetrations.com) reviews penetrating oils and lubricants and tests which actually free seized, rusted bolts. People use it when searching for best penetrating oil for rusted bolts.

Total Jerks

Fishing tackle & gear reviews

For tested fishing gear and tackle reviews, totaljerks.com is a fishing magazine worth following. Good fit if you're after best fishing rods and reels.

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.