Received emails from Leatherman saying they're looking into the idea (hope I would at least get a free prototype), but no guarantees.
Bike tool company I used to work with loved the idea & agree there's a market, but don't feel they have the manpower/funds to enter the hockey market. Bummer.
So my next brilliant idea: What would the
ultimate family hockey vehicle have? Neighbors have had a suburban rotting in their front yard going on 5 years now. Flat tires, rusting chrome bumpers, etc. Hasn't moved since I've seen it. Older daughter wants me to offer them $50 & sort of Pimp My Ride it, although she didn't use that phrase. So I'm wondering what a complete hockey family vehicle should have. My list so far:
Plenty of space obviously. Should fit at least 4 bags & 5 people (parent to drive) comfortably.
Roof box for sticks (I hate that rattling sound when driving). Not necessary, but it could buy buy some room inside, and would certainly be safer as players grow & their sticks invariably wind up extending into seating area.
4x4 with snow tires.
Tinted windows so the kids can sleep on way to/from games. And change while driving if you're running late.
Not likely to happen, but a diesel engine would be great for mileage. Like to convert to run on waste oil! But that's even less likely.
DVD player in back, that only shows movies like Miracle, Mighty Ducks 1, Mystery, Alaska...
Mini-fridge & microwave? that would totally kick ass!
Rubberized lining instead of carpet- kids spill all kinds of stuff.
Better than normal seats sleeping arrangement. Somehow... Custom fold-out seats of some sort. All the seats should be heated (which is actually fairly easy to do. Lots of add-on aftermarket seat heaters out there).
Fog lights on the grill guard. Fogs work great for driving in snow. Grill guard for when even the fog lights don't help you see that obstruction...
Remote starter. Essential for early morning practices.
Lots of air fresheners!
Shouldn't be painted. Should have spray-on bed liner finish on the whole thing! It's going to be driven on snowy/salty roads mostly. Maybe the team logo on the hood. That would be cool.
This is all a dream, keep in mind. In case I ever win the lottery or find a modern Pimp My Ride type of show.
Any other ideas?