The Snazzy Napper: If Everyone Jumped

The Snuggie is one of those odd products that end up proving surprisingly popular with consumers, but its new successor, the Snazzy Napper (dubbed the “snazzy way to sleep while you travel”), looks like it may fall short of becoming a best-seller.

This new napping tool that provides privacy (quote unquote) and shields your face from unwanted light while you nap in-transit for more comfortable sleeping has crossed too far over the ridiculous line. Plus, it is essentially a blanket with a nose hole for easy (debatable) breathing cut in it – a.k.a. something you could fashion yourself for free.

The product comes in original and extra large, which run for $14.99 and $24.99, respectively, and includes a travel case so you can use it on buses, trains and planes. Since it makes the wearer look like he or she is sporting a Halloween costume or some contraption used in mental institutions, it is doubtful how many people will be placing orders with the intent to use the product on mass transportation rides. The Snazzy Napper could be useful, though, for keeping Ms. Talks too Loud on Her Cell Phone or Mr. Crowds Your Personal Space from sitting next to you on the bus or train.

One “suggested use” that we can’t sign on to? Using it in the car. While we really hope that they’re referring to passengers, would you really want to drive around with someone who looks like a drugged kidnapping victim in the seat next to you?

But here is the strangest part in all of this: the Snazzy Napper comes with “easy to follow instructions.” What is in the directions? How to secure a tie around your forehead?

The blanket with a hole in it also features pockets to hold your cell phone, eyeglasses or wallet while you sleep. Basically, it comes free with an open invitation to pick-pockets to snag your stuff while you nap.

We’re not sold, but if you are, you can pick up the Snazzy Napper here. Or just follow the link and watch the informational video for a good laugh.