We’re in an age where being a grownup doesn’t mean what it once did. Sure, Toys R’ Us went under, but the kid in all of us lived on.
Today, you can be a man and no one bats an eye if you have a collection of toys or other things you nerd out of that bring your inner child to life.
Maybe you’re a guy that already has a mancave decked out with your collectibles. Perhaps you’re a guy looking to add fun to his life by catching up on toys that may have passed him by years ago.
Regardless, the tips below will help you figure out some cool things to collect.
Comic Books
Movies in the Marvel Universe are earning an unprecedented amount of money for superhero flicks–but let’s not forget that they all began with comic books.
Now is as good a time as any to add comic books to your list of cool things to collect. You can catch up on classic sagas and hunt down hard to find special editions.
Or perhaps you can collect new and compelling comics on a week by week basis.
Model Cars, Planes, and Trains
For some reason, transportation and guys have always gone hand in hand.
Every generation of boys came up with their version of cool vehicle-related toys, be it Power Wheels or model airplanes. There’s no reason this has to stop because you’re an adult.
You’ll be able to unwind from work and get some relaxation and critical thinking in when you put together British steam locomotives or other train sets.
Regardless of the era, you should be able to find some transportation-related toys that will catch your eye.
Classic Music on Vinyl
We’ve all been spoiled by the availability of digital music and streaming services. Why not double back and recapture your favorites on vinyl?
There’s a certain warmth and grittiness that you can only get by throwing a record on and letting the needle drop. Pretty soon, stopping by record stores and digging in the crates will become a favorite pastime.
Sports Memorabilia
It’s important that you collect the sports memorabilia that means something to you.
Last season, the Minnesota Vikings added a milestone to their franchise history with the “Minnesota Miracle”. Meanwhile, prizefighters like Canelo Alvarez, Gennady Golovkin, Daniel Cormier and Demetrius Johnson made history.
You can commemorate these moments by getting your hands on some keepsakes that would look great on your walls.
T-Shirts That You Believe In
Whether you’re looking to support your favorite up and coming professional wrestler, prove that you were at a particular concert, or support a movement, t-shirts are still some of the best collectibles.
For best results, buy t-shirts that are made with the highest quality materials. This allows you to keep them for a long time without them falling apart or fading.
There is No Shortage of Cool Things to Collect
To really embrace your inner child, keep looking for cool things to collect. You can’t go wrong by looking into the hobbies that excite you.
For other advice on living your best life as a man, check out our most popular posts and keep reading.
