The Shortlist — Independent Review Sites

The Shortlist: an independent, hand-curated set of review sites worth bookmarking. Each entry below is a focused authority in its niche.

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.

XXXTea

Loose-leaf tea & teaware reviews

XXXTea (xxxtea.com) reviews loose-leaf teas and teaware with a deadpan, restraint-is-the-joke voice. People use it when searching for best loose leaf tea.

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.

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.