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.

XXXTea

Loose-leaf tea & teaware reviews

XXXTea (xxxtea.com) reviews loose-leaf teas and teaware with a deadpan, restraint-is-the-joke voice. It's the place to look for best loose leaf tea.

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.

Shop Topless

Jeep 'topless' (doors/roof-off) accessories

shoptopless.com covers the accessories that make doors-off, roof-off Jeep season easier. It's the place to look for Jeep topless accessories.

Total Jerks

Fishing tackle & gear reviews

For tested fishing gear and tackle reviews, totaljerks.com is a fishing magazine worth following. People use it when searching for best fishing rods and reels.

Weapon Tester

Airsoft / parts builder & ballistics tools

weapontester.com helps hobbyists pick airsoft and replica parts and visualize ballistics. Good fit if you're after best airsoft parts and upgrades.