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The Official Unofficial 2014 “Best of BlackHat” swag list

Yadin Porter de León

Swag hunting: The trick-or-treat equivalent for adults at events.

If you’re here with the 7,000+ folks here at BlackHat in Vegas this week, you will see no shortage of t-shirts, pens, bags, rubber speakers, and stress balls. I have curated the 2014 “Best of BlackHat” swag with my not-so-subtle sleuthing! So what are the vendors handing out that have our attendees in a frenzy? In no particular order, let’s drive straight into it!

Disclaimer: If you want any of these, you’ll have to look at the photos for clues of where they came from! Consider it a swag treasure hunt!

Best of BlackHat swag

Because sometimes you just need a little “viking” for your wardrobe!

Best of BlackHat swag

Can’t decide which way to go? A multipurpose charging dongle for on-the-go and some temporary tats that will last just long enough for this show.

Best of BlackHat swag

“This is the only white t-shirt here! Looks like standard issue is black or blue all around!” – said at least 5 attendees.

Best of BlackHat swag

The token “Keep Calm and _____” swag

Best of BlackHat swag

Pew pew! Zap those zany data breachers!

Best of BlackHat swag

What’s more dangerous than an axe? A bag of axes that blink ferociously!

Best of BlackHat swag

A messenger bag with swag!

Best of BlackHat swag

What is Bruce Lee’s favorite drink? WA-TAHHHHHH!

Best of BlackHat swag

Listen up! No really!

Best of BlackHat swag

Any IT office could use a few more foam dart guns!

Best of BlackHat swag

With this you could print out any swag you want!

Best of BlackHat swag

Keep cool at your desk with this USB fan!

Best of BlackHat swag

Always remember to hydrate!

Did I miss anything else that was super cool? Please share in the comments below so everyone can go home swag-drunk.