Take a look at the most ridiculous travel gear that money can buy

I love new travel gear. Well, at least when it serves a purpose. Although I will admit I can appreciate the following items for a laugh.

Take the leather wrist wallet — available at Sourcing Handmade and on Etsy ($39+) — for example. While I dig the handmade aspect, I can’t help but picture how clumsy I’d look trying to open this clunky bracelet-wallet hybrid with one hand.

There are also a number of odd amount of travel items that go on your head, and not to protect your skull. The make-your-own Laptop Compubody Sock (DIY) is an appropriate name for a giant sock you stick your head, hands and laptop in. While I’m sure it’s nice and cozy in there, I side with the commenter @flyingpuppy on the product site who said “Someone's got way too much time and yarn on their hands. And has been reading too many Dr. Seuss books.”

There’s also the Ostrich Pillow ($99), essentially a soft space helmet that turns your head into a giant pillow to nap on the go. They even have a hashtag (#ostrichpillow) so you can show the whole social media world all the awkward stares you get from your seatmates. Hey, at least it's better than the knee defender.

We all hate jet lag. But, do you hate it enough to shine a green light into your eyes for 30+ minutes a day for four days straight? If you answered “yes,” then you should probably see a psychologist. Or you can just order the Re-Timer sleep glasses ($299), which — you should take comfort in knowing — are backed by science. I’ll keep my $299 and take a nap here and there.

The Doberman Mini Mobile Alert pickpocket Alarm ($9.99) has good intentions — protecting your valuables from thieves. However, there are probably a few easier to hang onto your stuff than attaching a battery-powered alarm system to each of your gadgets. Sure, thieves will undoubtedly run away once the high pitched 95-decibel blaring begins, but so will everyone around you, including your friends. I’ll stick with my silent pickpocket-proof clothing and money belt, thanks.

What's the most ridiculous travel gadget you've come across?