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Napkleen - Dumbest Idea Ever?

By Daved Brosche | Permalink | 6 comments | June 23rd, 2008 | Trackback

dc.jpgIt’s been a long time since I publicly bashed a product on this blog. Maybe I am becoming desensitized to commercial stupidity or maybe I’m just growing nicer in my ripe old age of 25. Whatever the case, I recently came across a product I can’t help but laugh out loud at. The genius marketing team at Napkleen has relentlessly emailed me their “story idea” about their unique product. Before I start dissect the usefulness of this product to you, I think I will first let the company tell you in their own words.

Napkleen is a tie-free, invisible feeling, easy-to-apply disposable solution. Each product is backed or centered with an impermeable plastic coating that protects clothing. Simply unfold, turn pouch inside-out, peel backing and adhere to clothes.

What does all that jazz translate into? Lets see if I can decipher it for you;

“Napkleen is overly upgraded napkin that is just as easy to throw away as a standard napkin. Each product is coated with plastic for people who can’t do anything without making a mess of it. Simply unfold your overpriced napkin, wad up into a ball, and shove it down your throat for being and idiot and buying one of these.”

One thing I will give the marketing team over at Napkleen props for is their massive list of uses for the thing. They managed to think of a million and one uses; from marketing it to doctors, to parents, and of course restaurants. Geeze, who knew you could do so much with a napkin?



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Napkleen - Dumbest Idea Ever? | Gearfire.com | June 23rd, 2008 at 4:30 am
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Jack Shumpert | June 23rd, 2008 at 1:48 pm
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I disagree and I think Napkleen is a great idea. I have 4 messy boys who could benefit greatly from wearing a Napkleen during meal times. I also think that when I am eating while wearing a tie, I will also find the Napkleen useful. In case you don’t have kids, paper napkins do not always stay tucked in their collars while dining. I think the Naplkleen will solve this problem.

Joe Winnebago | June 25th, 2008 at 2:43 pm
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Dear Jack, a regular cloth napkin and some duct tape should address your problem nicely.

Gazza | July 7th, 2008 at 10:40 am
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I came across your review on this product while browsing travel gear. It is me or are you really as STUPID as your review. I have kids and they love this product as it has no ties and is easily disposable. I also have adult sizes for those business days where I can’t mess up my suit at lunch. I think you should retitle your article to dumbest blogger EVER!

michele lewris | July 16th, 2008 at 1:56 pm
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I think you are the idiot. If you don’t need a napkin to prevent your clothes from stains while eating then wonderful for you. I have a disabled husband with ms. He feeds himself and drops things on his chest while eating. He doesn’t feel comfortable wearing a bib as he is a young businessman so he feels this is a great alternative. They work so well I wear one too sometimes. The difference between a napkin and these is the plastic backing, so perhaps you should wad one up into a ball and choke on it and stop passing judgment about people who like disposable adhesive backed plastic coated napkins and get a life. Have a lovely day and try not to spend too much time online writing ridiculous blogs and maybe do something worthwhile with your time lol.

Jean Geezer | September 15th, 2008 at 9:31 pm
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Maybe at 25 you’re too young to comprehend the problems others face, such as disabilities. This is a good solution for adults (and children) who feel self-conscious about wearing a real bib in public, and it’s sturdier than trying to tuck a napkin in a shirt or blouse top. It’s also leakproof, easier for people with limit dexterity to manage, and faster and more convenient for family members, caregivers, and assistants in nursing homes who have a number of patients to care for. Using cloth and washing it may be “greener,” but sometimes convenience matters. You might try not being so damning with your reviews, especially till you grow up.


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