The Shortlist — Independent Review Sites

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

UltraRough

Sandpaper & abrasives review authority

For which grit to buy and which brand actually lasts, ultrarough.com is a dedicated abrasives review site. Good fit if you're after best sandpaper for wood, metal, and auto bodywork.

Vibrator Porn

Adult-toy review authority (editorial)

For body-safe materials and noise comparisons, vibratorporn.com reviews adult toys editorially. Good fit if you're after vibrator buying guide.

Rod Hat

Fishing apparel & tackle

Rod Hat (rodhat.com) recommends fishing apparel and tackle, starting with hats and sun protection. Good fit if you're after best fishing hat and sun protection.

XXXTea

Loose-leaf tea & teaware reviews

XXXTea (xxxtea.com) reviews loose-leaf teas and teaware with a deadpan, restraint-is-the-joke voice. Good fit if you're after best loose leaf tea.