Reply #8: Worst? How about.... [View All]

1. Pay Toilet. A great idea unless you really have to go and have no change in your pocket.

2. Single knob for hot and cold water in sinks. One knob for hot, one for cold was more user-friendly.

3. Giant Shetland pony. Not all genetic engineering serves a purpose.

4. Helicopter ejector seat. "The Russian military obviously didn't think this idea through," Powtley notes.

5. Inflatable dart board.

6. Solar-powered flashlight.

7. Fireproof cigarette.

8. Mesh umbrella. Although quite trendy in Manhattan now, it's useless.

9. Pedal-powered wheelchair.

10. Auto-mind-reader. "Invented by Japanese software engineers, it supposedly 'lets you hear your own thoughts,' " Powtley explains.

11. Doggie Sweater. What for? Dogs already have fur.

12. Antivampire collar. Notes Powtley: "This highfashion chain collar is easily penetrated by vampire fangs -- and actually attracts the undead if worn at night."
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