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UGears helps gather harvest!

Where food comes from Fall is nearing its end, which means that Black Friday is right around the corner! But it’s not just the season of Black Friday and traditional sales, it’s harvest-gathering time! All those field goodies are just waiting to be picked up, loaded and delivered to facilities around our great country for further processing Have you ever ploughed through a field during harvest time? If you have, you probably know the humbling feeling of being surrounded by the beauty of those ripe gifts of nature, ready for the taking. The nature’s gift to humanity, satisfying and nourishing, keeping...

November 24, 2020

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Do Ugears mechanical models foresee the future?

The concept Before this can be answered, let us ponder the question of what the future actually is. Is it our anticipation, our fears, excitement and expectations? Is the future a series of events we can try to guess but are never able to pin down precisely? Is it the moving gears of mechanical puzzles, ticking away one move at a time? For all practical purposes, does it matter? We are living our lives now and pretending to be glimpsing into the future is but an illusion which we indulge in for pure joy. And this is exactly where UGears models come into the picture. In line with our Theater construction kit...

November 12, 2020

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THE ISLAND ADVENTURE PART 2: THE ESCAPE

Looming hunger A month passed since my short-of-miracle staying alive in the defiance of the grandmother of all storms I had witnessed. When I made landfall, I thought I would find my way back to civilization, but, alas, the only thing I managed to do was not to drown, since I was thrown out by the grinning ocean onto a tiny islet which seemed somehow away from any conceivable sailing route. There was no search party, no ship in sight, no one to talk to and no one to help me. I was getting to the bottom of the food supplies found in the hut and, despite not particularly enjoying the no-variety meals, having...

November 9, 2020

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The Pumpkin Day Horror. Part II: The little savior

Revelation Katie woke up in the dead of night. Something had happened. She knew. With cold sweat running down her forehead, the seven-year-old tiptoed out of her bedroom, past her brother’s room, past their parent’s bedroom into the long dark hallway. The rhythmic ticking of the massive mahogany clock didn’t have the calming soothing effect it had once had on her. The town was in danger and she knew she had to act. She felt her own heartbeat and wondered if it was loud enough to wake her family up. Be what may, she slipped into her leather sandals, turned the door handle which (oh, wonder) opted for not...

October 30, 2020

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The Pumpkin Day Horror

No way out Located about 150 miles north of Las Vegas, lost in the wilderness of Nevada desert lends, lay Zombiville. The town had not always boasted this catchy name. In fact, as early as 30 years ago it was called Smalltown and its main attraction was a huge shoe factory which promised the local residents jobs and relative prosperity. Unfortunately, the owner of the would-be shoe-manufacturing facility went out of business before the actual factory construction was completed – no one was sure why exactly. What mattered was that the hopes of Smalltown residents were once again deflated and spat upon. There...

October 23, 2020

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3D Puzzles that bring the past to life

Mystery The past is in the past. Time is a like a flowing river – each time you step into it the water washing over your body is not going to be the same. Since it’s gone, it’s impossible to grasp it and judge about all events with complete certainty, especially those not witnessed by our generation. Yes, we have histories and books, memoirs and monuments, but those are only the perceptions of the people living then and largely a product of how they interpreted their surroundings. Therefore, the real story is often hidden – and everything hidden lures us with its enigma, with its mystery. Ugears models...

October 17, 2020

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Sketches of one discovery

Approved! It was a rainy day in Madrid with clouds covering the entirety of its June sky. Water was dripping from the man’s garments and onto the cobblestones of the Spanish capital. His spirits, however, were high – higher than they had been for a long time. It HAD HAPPENED! After much negotiation, begging, bidding, countless letters, carefully placed comments, all the natural charm he could master, the stars finally aligned themselves in the right way. The Crown gave its permission and blessing to finance what had been his passion for well over a decade. His reasons… He was, of course, ready for the...

October 12, 2020

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EVOLUTION OF SPIRIT. Part 2: Bike journey continues

Bikes in popular stories Iconic ‘Mad Max’ motorbike chases or Arnie riding his Harley-Davidson Fat boy in ‘Terminator 2’ may be the popular culture images ingrained in bike and movie lovers’ minds all over the world. In Stephen King’s post-apocalyptic bestseller ‘The Stand’, bikes and motorbikes remain some of the best means to get around the area where deteriorating roads are blocked with wrecked cars and other remains of the once-buzzing world. More than once the easy-to-maneuver vehicles save the day for the public’s favorite characters and push the narration forward. Crazy bike...

September 30, 2020

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The essence of a curvimeter

Before satellites, GPS navigators and interactive maps on our screens, geographers, explorers and regular travelers had to rely on a much simpler tool, a tool which would become an indispensable part of calculating the length of routes traveled or about to be traveled. The device consists of a rotating wheel which is moved along the curved (or otherwise) line, in need of being measured and a face with a hand, which somewhat resembles the look of a clock face. The markings on the face, though, are not of hours, but of the distance. Who came up with the idea? This question sparkles a certain...

September 23, 2020

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The Island Adventure Part 1: The Pledge

Breathing, against all odds I was alive… Unlikely though it seemed, this really was the case. Strangely, there had been no warning whatsoever – neither from the weather forecast nor from any of the marine service offices which are supposed to keep seamen like myself safe. What are these satellites for if they are no use in situations like these? How did they miss the storm of such intensity? Anyway, this last night’s typhoon appeared out of nowhere and my tiny U.S. postal service mail vessel seemed to be its primary target. It seemed that getting a mild case of Covid, like the one my...

September 18, 2020

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Staying on the safe side

A dark beginning… On 3rd October 1883 a man walked into a bank building on the corner of 3rd and 75th in NYC. He was constantly shifting his gaze and emanating slight nervousness, and for good reason. What was about to happen would come to be known as one of the world’s top 10 outrageous robberies of all times. No, this didn’t really happen, but this is how a heist movie or a fiction book may begin one day. Throughout the ages there have been those who considered themselves above the regular laws, regulations and bonds, those intangible threads holding society together. For their own reasons these...

September 14, 2020

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Does the US really owe its existence to railroads?

The first American railroad called the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad appeared in the late 1920s and marked the start of a new era. More railroads followed, including grand ones like the Transcontinental Railroad. These pioneer railways proved their efficiency in carrying passengers and goods and by 1900 the total length of the railroad tracks exceeded 200,000 miles. It is clear that projects of such magnitude had enormous implications for the nation, but would the US be the same without this rapid development of railroads? Would it be the same without a steam engine? If someone was to claim that it would,...

September 11, 2020

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Evolution of Spirit: UGears SCRAMBLER UGR-10 WITH SIDECAR

Why choose the bike? We, humans, have always been enchanted with the idea of freedom and choosing our ways and the motorbike is a near-perfect embodiment of this vision. Whether it’s dodging long waits in traffic jams on daily commutes, leisurely no-purpose cruising around the neighborhood on a crisp autumn morning, long-haul globe-circling adventure rides, doing crazy gravity-defying stunts or trying to beat your own speed record and racing everything that moves on the road, whatever the odds, the bike may be the ultimate answer! At the end of the nineteenth century mechanics enthusiasts...

August 30, 2020

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Hurdy-Gurdy from UGears: a musical DIY revolution

Never heard of Hurdy-Gurdy? No, it’s not related to Humpty-Dumpty, although these two share a country that gave them their present names. Unlike the English nursery rhymes character of Humpty-Dumpty, though, the musical instrument of hurdy-gurdy comes from a past as distant as XII century. Sure, it was called differently in other places (the French, in whose country the instrument supposedly took its near-present shape, used to call it ‘la vielle a roue’, which means ‘wheel fiddle’; Italians gave if the name of ‘ghironda’; Spain knew the hurdy-gurdy’s predecessor, a two-person operated...

August 25, 2020

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Set out for scientific adventures with the Ugears Research Vessel and the UGears Mars Buggy

The UGears mission is to help people learn about technology and innovation through hand-on fun and entertaining learning experiences. This is why all UGears 3d puzzle sets feature mechanical elements, self-propelled motors, and an amazing amount of detail! Buckle up for exciting adventure on two of the most exciting terrains: space and the deep. All the UGears 3d puzzle sets are made from eco-friendly materials and come with a beautiful illustrated assembly manual in 11 languages. To get the puzzle pieces out of the wooden frames that they come in, simply gently push them. Connecting the puzzle pieces...

August 3, 2020

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Ugears Research Vessel: get ready for a deep-sea adventure!

Passion for exploration and discovery is something that has been fueling technological innovation for generations. The UGears Research Vessel is a highly-detailed 3d puzzle set that is a great tribute to our scientific bravery and innovative genius. This set is so captivating, you will never regret the over 10 hours you will spend on its assembly. Yes, this means that this is a model that is within a ‘Hard’ assembly-level category. The true appeal of this set lies, however, in the high level of detail that it provides. The Research Vessel is a copy of the modern ice breakers and survey boats. 575 parts...

July 29, 2020

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The best non-vehicle mechanical UGears puzzles. Part 2

This week we are looking at the best UGears puzzles that did not have vehicles as the source of inspiration. If you haven't read our previous article on this subject, we strongly recommend going back and reading the first path of this list. Educational and fun mechanical puzzles do not necessarily have to be cars, boats, trains, and other means of transport. And the list that we came up with for you proves that. UGEARS DATE NAVIGATOR The UGears Date Navigator is a unique calendar that you would not find anywhere else. Its decorative elements come together with elegance and smart functionality. Like many other...

July 27, 2020

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The best non-vehicle mechanical UGears puzzles. Part 1

If we asked you what would be the best source of inspiration for a mechanical puzzle, what would you say? Perhaps you would suggest that the best mechanical puzzle is the one that is a good illustration of mechanisms that surround us. Puzzles like that would give us knowledge that we need to understand how the basic laws of physics work. Would you base these puzzles on man-made creations or on something completely new or even unexpected? It is most likely the question of personal preference. As you might know, UGears make all their puzzles from high-quality plywood. This makes them 100% eco-friendly. You...

July 15, 2020

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3 wooden puzzles that will cheer you up

Sometimes we all need something to cheer us up. Something unique that will make our day and let us forget our worries and troubles for a little bit. Wooden 3d puzzles that smell of natural wood and come with a detailed and illustrated assembly manual might be just the thing. The 3 charming sets that we selected for this list all share the same signature features of 3d puzzles by Ugears that we all love, such as the intricate carved design and smart mechanisms. Additionally, they might feature some emotional connection to something you love and cherish, like a childhood memory or a lifelong dream. Let's take a...

July 13, 2020

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3d puzzles straight from a fairy tale. Part 2

If you think that this summer might need a little bit more magic, then you have come to the right place. Today we are continuing to look at the most exciting and elegant UGears sets. They have been inspired by the magical world of fairy tales. We all have a favorite fairy tale and with these puzzle sets, you can reminisce about the times when you were a child or let your child enjoy the intricate wood carvings and the work of these delicate mechanisms. Each of these sets comes with an illustrated manual and is made from high-grade plywood. You can easily take every part of the puzzle from its wooden frame...

July 8, 2020

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