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Our small family-run business is celebrating over 20 years of bringing your family the delights of the autumn harvest. Apple picking is a great way to spend a crisp autumn day with friends and family. We planted our first 100 apple trees in 1996. Since then we have planted an additional 1900 trees.
We at HouseRed are committed to providing our customers with an educational, enjoyable and cultural experience. Peruse our unique, hand-picked selection of wines from around the globe, ask us about hosting your next party or special event, take a class in the SchoolHouseRed series, attend an educational and fun wine tasting, come listen to live music -- the possibilities are endless!
CITY:Forest Park
Tri County Coins and Collectibles
Buy, sell coins of all ages. Vintage jewelry, collectible toys, glassware, home decor, knick-knacks and more.
CITY:St. Charles
Gallery 28 Fine & Functional Art
Tucked away in the quaint historic district of downtown Geneva, in an historic Victorian home is where you'll discover Gallery 28, an art gallery for both fine and functional art. Featuring a fresh mix of breath-taking paintings, exquisite jewelry, sculpture, photography, pottery and unique works in wood and metal along with music by premier musicians. The variety of art will interest serious fine art collectors as well as fine craft enthusiasts.
Providing the unique opportunity to sample some of the freshest and finest extra virgin olive oils in the world. Extensive selection of the finest aged vinegars from Modena, Italy. Specialty green, white, rooibos and oolong teas - Tiesta Tea. Natural Rossi Pasta and Galena Garlic Co. spices, rubs and rubs that complement our oils, vinegars and teas.
Sweet Street Candies and Goodies
An old fashioned candy store with over 500 varieties of candy including retro, novelty, bulk candy, imported licorice, Door County fudge and gourmet chocolates. Candy buffets and party favors can be customized for your occasion. Stop in for samples!
Visit this store and find the latest runway looks, sought-after in-season styles, from real designer names you know. These are the same labels you'll find in the finest department stores, but at Loehmann's they are 30-65% less. Real designers really discounted. Their staff can help you find the perfect outfit for every occasion for the whole family.
Wheel and Sprocket located in Evanston, IL is an excellent source for all cyclists, offering new bikes, accessories as well as local ride information. You can ship your bike to Wheel and Sprocket and their staff will professionally reassemble it. Need a bike to get around? There is a fleet of bikes to rent by the hour or by the day.
Fine lingerie, sleepwear, foundations, bridal undergarments, accessories and more for the sophisticated woman. In Forest Park.
CITY:Forest Park
Classic, exotic automobiles from the last 100+ years. Car collection is open to the public for complimentary viewing. Also provides brokering, consignment sales, mechanical evaluation for all cars.
CITY:St. Charles
This fourth generation, family-owned pottery company features an on-site museum and a factory store that holds an annual summer sale.
Florals and custom made silks.
CITY:East Dundee
Lifestyle shopping center with leading shops, restaurants & services including Barnes & Noble, Chico's, Victoria's Secret, Express, Banana Republic, Talbot's, Ann Taylor, William Sonoma, Corner Bakery, Starbucks and more!
Over the past two centuries, Tiffany has built an international reputation as the ultimate source of gifts for life's most cherished occasions. Whether it's a milestone in the life of a company, a family or an individual's crowning achievement, Tiffany gifts wrapped in the Tiffany Blue Box® symbolize the rich heritage and unparalleled reputation Tiffany & Co. has enjoyed as one of America's great institutions.
CITY:Oak Brook
Thirty-five unique gift, antique and specialty shops and cafe.
Historic Downtown Grayslake
An incredible selection of beads and beading supplies in a charming shop with knowledgeable staff. Everything for the beginner to the expert -- new and vintage beads, charms, chain, wire, findings, stringing materials and books. Beaded jewelry repair. Special events include birthday parties, celebrations for adults, classes to improve your craft, and activities for youth groups.
CITY:Oak Park
Hair and nail service, esthetics, spa body treatments, bridal services, massage therapy.
Resale shop. No consignments. Weekly specials.
An eclectic mix of new and vintage home furnishings and accessories. We are committed to offering sophisticated design to the savvy and urban-minded shopper.
Montblanc, international maker of sophisticated, high quality writing instruments, also offers exquisite writing accessories, leather goods, jewelry, eyewear & watches. Our products meet the demands of quality design, tradition and master craftsmanship.
CITY:Oak Brook
A family- and friends-owned dealership, Fox River Harley-Davidson fosters an environment that makes it easy to do business, which is why our customers choose us for their Harley-Davidson service and product needs.
CITY:St. Charles
Nautical binnacles, sextants, ship models, barometers, blown glass, kaleidoscopes, fog horns, compasses, Chelsea clocks, Bulova, Janmark and more.
Nestled in historic homes and buildings that date back to the community's roots in the 1800's, Long Grove's shops specialize in unique gifts, boutiques, antiques, clothing, exceptional art and home décor, and distinctive menus. Visitors can stroll the cobblestone walks that wind through the historic downtown and enjoy seasonal lush gardens and scenic views. And they can make it a quick trip or a day's outing, shopping and indulging their tastes with a variety of food and bakery products, cafés, and fine eating establishments. Fun festivals throughout the year including the famous Chocolate Fest, Summer Fest, Craft Beer Days, Apple Fest and a month of Holiday Festivities to name a few.
CITY:Long Grove
Soho-style art gallery featuring contemporary art that is thought-provoking as well as aesthetic.
Shop more than 140 retail and specialty stores.
Specializing in Counted Cross Stitch and Custom Framing. We have the largest showcase of fabrics, fibers, patterns, kits and accessories in the Midwest.
CITY:Crystal Lake
Located in the Oak Park Arts District, we feature contemporary folk art, found object art and fine crafts created primarily with vintage, re-used, reworked, recycled and reclaimed materials. You will find truly unique, eco-friendly, "green" art and artful objects for yourself or for gift giving created by Lisa Nordstrom and other intriguing artists. Visit our website for current exhibits and special events.
CITY:Oak Park
Downtown Crystal Lake/Main Street
Visit our award-winning Premier Main Street which is full of charming shops, delightful restaurants, quality entertainments and life-enhancing opportunities and events.
CITY:Crystal Lake
The Avenue shops are located at Oak Park and Lake Street and across from picturesque Scoville Park. It's All Here! In the "Heart of Oak Park" you'll find specialty shops that offer personal service as the norm -- not the exception! International and local designers of fashion and jewelry, antique shops, galleries and fine restaurants.
CITY:Oak Park
Lands' End is a direct merchant of traditionally styled clothing for the family, soft luggage, and products for the home. We work directly with mills and manufacturers, eliminating the markups of middlemen.
This seasonal orchard offers more than 80 varieties of apples and pears. We will be opening on Saturday, September 10th! As always, we will be open on Saturdays and Sunday from 10-5 during the season unless otherwise noted. Please check here or on Facebook before you come! Days and hours may change due to weather or the current status of the ripe crop.
We are a printmaking workshop open to the public, displaying local artists' original prints at reasonable prices. We also offer jewelry, cards, pottery and one-of-a-kind works.
CITY:Oak Park
Heinz Orchard is only 37 miles from downtown Chicago making it the closest apple orchard to Chicago. There are a number of different apples to pick from: Golden Delicious, Empire, McIntosh, Jonathan and Red Delicious. If you're looking for something different to do, without traveling too far from home, this is a great orchard to check out.
CITY:Green Oaks
Creating fine chocolate candies since 1986. The landmark Teepee style building is your first clue that is not your ordinary candy store. Enjoy fine homemade and handipped chocolates and candies with the finest chocolate covered strawberries to be found. Enjoy an extensive collection of retro candies too.
Country Decor from Ceiling to Floor! Country chandeliers, country table and floor lamps, sconces, country ceiling lights, punched tin switch plates, and country style curtains!
World's largest manufacturer of art pottery. Factory outlet salesroom and Haeger Museum open to the public at original manufacturing site.
CITY:East Dundee
Stade's Farm & Market is located in scenic McHenry County in Northeastern Illinois, approximately 50 miles from Chicago. We produce 2,200 acres of crops that range from traditional corn and soybeans to specialty crops including many fruits and vegetables commonly grown in Northern Illinois. Through our own farm market, we sell our fresh fruits and vegetables directly to consumers in our local area. Our goal is to provide our customers with the finest quality produce possible.
Warm, friendly service is the hallmark of historic Downtown Wheaton. Stroll the tree-lined streets of this upscale retail and service district and delight in the quaint shops, award-winning restaurants, indulgent day spas and unique boutiques.
A specialty food store featuring artisanal, small batch extra virgin olive oils on tap, a variety of balsamic vinegars from Modena, Italy, fresh spices from our spice locker, and a full menu of gourmet food items and accessories. Stop in for a taste and see why customers say wow!
CITY:Long Grove
The 185,000-square-foot retail showroom is an educational and entertainment attraction, featuring a décor of museum-quality animal displays, huge aquariums and trophy animals interacting in realistic re-creations of their natural habitats.
CITY:Hoffman Estates
"A Million Reasons -- A Single Store!" From home decor, clothing, fashions and groceries to home improvement and more.
CITY:St. Charles
Fox Valley Mall - Centennial Collection
Fox Valley Mall is the premier shopping center in Illinois, featuring 130+ specialty stores and dining options! Anchored by Macy's, Carson Pirie Scott, J C Penney and Sears. Fox Valley Mall has three levels of shopping, a full food court, and a merry-go-round. This mall is a must-shop-stop for everyone! The NEW Fox Valley Train is located on Level 2 near JCPenney.
Stained glass supplies, custom and restoration.
This u-pick orchard features 14 varieties of apples, plus rhubarb and raspberries. The Homestead's store is located in a century-old horse barn, stocked with homemade honey, candles, dried flowers, dried apple chips and more.
Afghans, books, baby quilts, birdhouses and feeders, ceramics, goose clothes and geese, southwest artifacts, lawn and garden decor and more.
Gallery 200 is fast becoming a haven for art lovers as a quality destination for buying and browsing great local art. The gallery, a cultural initiative supported by the City of West Chicago, hosts artist opening receptions, art talks and workshops.
CITY:West Chicago
Known throughout the Fox Valley for top-quality meats, produce, and fresh bakery products. Where service has been a family tradition for more than 70 years in St. Charles.
CITY:St. Charles
Forest Park Chamber of Commerce & Development
The Forest Park Chamber of Commerce & Development is dedicated to the continued growth and revitalization of Forest Park's business districts as well as the enhancement of quality of life for both businesses and residents. Investment in the Chamber partners you with a comprehensive group of business owners and residents throughout the community who want to be involved, stay informed and work together towards making Forest Park an even better place to live, work, shop, dine and play. We invite you to join us!
CITY:Forest Park
We sell only products made in the United States! We offer an eclectic mix of common household items from toys to tools, glassware to garden supplies, fashions to food and so much more. When you shop at Norton's U.S.A, you help keep America working!
Seasonal flowers and vegetable crops will be supplemented from the kitchen with soups, jams, pestos, breads and muffins. Please visit our market, kitchen and garden when you come to shop, it's a lovely trip worthy of time spent in a most beautiful place. Open June through October.
CITY:Lake Forest
Barrington Ice House Village Mall Shops and Restaurants
Explore this historic mall, built in 1904, featuring more than 20 specialty shops and Chessie's, an authentic 1915 train station restaurant with its own railroad car.
An Evanston tradition for 28 years, designer-goldsmith Peggie Robinson and her staff can assist you in your selection of a piece of unique jewelry from their own designs, or help you design a piece just for you.
Deer Park Town Center features over 70 of the most exclusive stores and restaurants in Chicago's northwest suburbs. Located at the intersection of Rand (Route 12) and Long Grove Roads in Deer Park, IL, Deer Park Town Center is an easy drive from surrounding suburbs, downtown Chicago or O'Hare Airport. Park in front of your favorite store and spend an hour or a day. At Deer Park Town Center, there's something for everyone.
CITY:Deer Park
A nice selection of fabric, notions, books and threads. Experienced quilters to assist with all your quilting needs. Quilting classes available.
Different from your average shopping mall, Deer Park Town Center is an open-air lifestyle center providing you with leisurely amenities in addition to some of the best shopping and dining in Illinois. Deer Park Town Center features over 70 of the most exclusive shops and restaurants in Chicago's northwest suburbs. Stores include Apple, Crate & Barrel, Barnes & Noble, Sephora, Gap, Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware and more. Entertainment includes Century Theatres. Park in front of your favorite store and spend an hour or a day shopping and dining, or catch a movie at the Century Theater.
CITY:Deer Park
For over 50 years, Oney's Tree Farm has been the place where family Christmas traditions begin with a hunt for the perfect tree across the rolling hills. Precut and trees to plant are also available. Owned and operated by the Peterson family, the farm offers free horse-drawn wagon rides and visits with Mrs. Claus in her North Pole house. The 1904 barn turns into a magical gift shop, bakery and hot lunch spot with the Peterson grandchildren working alongside family and friends. Custom fresh wreaths, garland and centerpieces, created by Grandma Dawn Peterson, are also available. Open the day after Thanksgiving and daily through mid-December from 9:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Oney's also sells homegrown trees, shrubs and perennials to the public in April and May. Tap into the Peterson family's decades of experience by bringing pictures and measurements of the landscape space for custom design services. Open spring and fall from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Home furnishings that combine good design, function and quality at affordable prices.
Several restaurants and seven national chains, including Best Buy, K-Mart, Office Depot, Bed Bath & Beyond, and Sports Authority, provide various home and business products.
CITY:Crystal Lake
Chicago Botanic Gardens Farmers' Market
The Garden welcomes local, sustainable farmers and producers to this public farmers' market on the first and third Sundays of the month from June through October. Admission to the market is free to Garden visitors and will be held rain or shine. Visitors may purchase a special market bag from the Garden Shop to carry their purchases home.
Tucker Gallery specializes in contemporary American and European artists. Styles and subjects range from traditional to abstract.
Art gallery featuring original artwork as well as Thomas Kinkade, H. Hargrove and Giuseppe Armani figurines.
CITY:St. Charles
St. Charles' newest source for rubber stamps, supplies and classes. Also offering custom invitations and announcements created for your special occasions.
CITY:St. Charles
Geneva Commons has a wonderful mix of 75-plus merchants, from familiar favorites to new and unique shops. Spend time shopping, eating and relaxing in this open-air center. Dine at a wide variety of eateries, most of which provide outdoor seating.
Located next to Toys R Us, this pickers paradise is 10,000 square feet of antiques, collectibles, vintage, retro and fun stuff! 75 dealers. Open 7 days week! Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 11-5.
Stratford Square Mall - Bloomingdale
Stratford Square Mall is a two-level enclosed super-regional shopping center located in the western suburb of Bloomingdale. The center hosts 6 anchor department stores and more than 160 specialty shops.
Discover hundreds of well-known speciality and chain stores, and dozens of great dining locations, along the Route 59 Corridor in Naperville.
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Enjoy unique shopping and dining in Historic Downtown Lombard and the beautiful Lilacia Park. Special events for all ages throughout the year. Free parking.
Above and Beyond Framing and Gallery
Custom framing, art and gift gallery. Featuring Steve Hanks, Tom Lynch and Scanlan.
Northbrook Court is home to a powerful anchor alignment: Neiman Marcus, Macy's, Lord & Taylor and a free-standing, 36,000 square foot Crate & Barrel Home Store. Also featuring BCBGMAXAZRIA, Cole Haan, CUSP, Tommy Bahama's, Louis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren, Burberry and Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa. Dining and entertainment options include P.F. Chang's, Stir Crazy, Di Pescara, and AMC Theatres providing 14 screens.
One of the Midwest's most celebrated shopping malls. With over 140 specialty stores including retail giants Bloomingdale's, Lord & Taylor, Macy's, and Nordstrom, this spectacular outdoor mall features beautiful gardens, landscaped walkways, sparkling fountains and children's play areas. McCormick and Schmick's, California Pizza Kitchen, Cheesecake Factory, and Wilde and Greene offer a superb dining option. Catch a movie at the 13 screen AMC Garden Cinema.
Over 130 fabulous stores featuring the latest fashions and trends, including Carson's, JC Penney, Sears and Forever 21. A new Classic Cinemas opened in 2008 showing great movies. Conveniently located on Cermak Rd., west of Harlem Ave.
Maple Avenue Gallery features sophisticated, contemporary works of art that range in price from about $500 to more than $6,000. In addition to the gallery, the company also offers custom framing and art consultations. Every month, Maple Avenue Gallery hosts receptions with live music and refreshments.
Arlington Heights Farmers Market
Enjoy fresh produce, flowers, cheeses, bakery good, jams, jellies, and more from local farmers. Open June through October.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Sephora presents beauty, fragrance & skincare enthusiasts an unparalleled selection of prestige cosmetics that you can touch and try. We offer complimentary color, skincare and fragrance consultations with our beauty experts and free samples!
CITY:Oak Brook
One of Chicagoland's largest antique malls offering exceptional service and top quality antique merchandise - true antiques - no crafts or new collectibles. The spacious 24,000 square foot building is home to 200 dealers featuring a range of items.
Get creative at this crafter's paradise! Beads from around the world, unique rubber stamps & papers, Ranger inks, paints, and stamp pads. Sit at our "crystal bar" and work on your projects. Our friendly staff will be happy to assist you. Classes for all skill levels. Parties are our specialty! Birthdays, bridesmaids, "girls night out" -- we do them all. Come take a look!
CITY:Forest Park
Jeanine A Guncheon Gallery Etcetera
An unusual shop that runs the gamut from art, gifts & vintage. Uniquely individual. Owner and artist, Jeanine Guncheon, has a wide collection of her hand painted bowls, furniture, and one-of-a-kind sculptures. Commission pieces on request.
CITY:Forest Park
This perfectly-planned town offers beautiful shop and restaurant-lined streets—just like a European town. A 10-screen movie theater, shops including Von Maur, Hot Mama and Dick's Sporting Goods as well as restaurants unique to the North Shore including RA Sushi, Jameson's Charhouse and Ted's Montana Grill. The Glen Town Center is also home to the Kohl Children's Museum, a leading institution for hands-on, interactive learning.
Rocktown Adventures is a specialty outdoor retailer and adventure club. They offer sales, rentals, lessons, guided trips and related apparel for kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding, Nordic skiing and snowshoeing. They also carry camping equipment, lifestyle apparel and transportation equipment. Rocktown's mission is to help you gear up and head out. They carry top equipment sold by knowledgeable staff. Their experienced instructors love to share their passion for the outdoors. The trip guides know the waterways and trails like the back of their hand. The shop is conveniently located near an abundance of recreational assets waiting to be discovered by you!
One of the last actual places of its kind to find copies of thousands of magazines and posters for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Life, Rolling Stone, Motor Trend, Mad, Star Trek, Beatles, if you can remember it....Bob probably has it. All items are very reasonably priced and not only make great gifts but give you your chance to own history. The collection includes periodicals from centuries past. The store also features flags from over 200 nations.
Legend has it that if you get close enough to touch the Paradise Mist that surrounds the Fountain of Youth, the magical feeling will be yours forever. This Paradise Mist offers relaxation areas and tropical decor allowing their guests (women, men, teens, tweens and the weary traveler) to be treated to body treatments, massages, facials, nail treatments along with make-up and hair styling away from the daily grind. Come experience the Paradise Mist located inside the Keylime Cove Indoor Waterpark Resort!
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - South Barrington
After four years of planning and construction, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant opened in 2005 in Orland Park. The concept was unique. We would create a signature menu with a selection of dishes designed to pair perfectly with our own Cooper's Hawk wines, made in our own private winery. With sophisticated food and exceptional wines, our concept was born. The Cooper's Hawk concept includes four distinct components: an upscale casual dining restaurant, full-service bar, private barrel-aging room, and Napa-style tasting room and retail gift store…all under one roof. Each Cooper's Hawk location is distinctive in layout and décor, but carries the same warmth and elegance that guests have come to expect.
CITY:South Barrington
Goebbert's Pumpkin Patch - Hampshire
Ride the wagon to pick your own pumpkin, shop the Harvest Market and visit the Farmers Wife Cafe and Bakery. Goebbert's has a second location in South Barrington.
My Kind of Town Tours & Events
This company offers group cultural and educational tours. Reservations are required.
CITY:Highland Park
Hawthorn Mall is home to Macy's, JCPenney, Carson Pirie Scott, Sears and over 140 diverse specialty retailers including: Bare Escentuals, Banana Republic, Barnes & Noble, Disney Store, Gap, LOFT, H&M, Mario Tricoci Day Spa & Salon, Teavana, and Victoria's Secret. Ruby Tuesday and a food court offer over 20 eatery options.
CITY:Vernon Hills
RAM Restaurant & Brewery - Rosemont
The RAM offers a casual dining atmosphere, including a brew house with adjoining bar/lounge and restaurant areas. Lively environment accompanied by great house-brewed beers and daily food specials.
Come visit our 30-acre antique theme park. Anchored by the nationally recognized Volo Auto Museum, the site also boasts great shopping in five separate malls selling antiques, unique gifts and collectibles. Over 400 dealers.
Whether you are new to tea or far along on your journey, you will enjoy discovering farm-fresh teas at Adagio Teas. Come to experience a fresh and flavorful selection from around the world. Tea, tea-to-go, teaware, and tea classes.
All Seasons Apple Orchard is a u-pick apple orchard located in Woodstock, the county seat of McHenry County in Northern Illinois. We have more than 11,000 apple trees and 12 varieties of apples, including Honey crisp and the Asian pear. We also have a pick your own pumpkin patch (pumpkin picking), with six different varieties of pumpkins for your decorating and baking needs. Starting Labor Day Weekend, explore our 10 acre Corn Maze with 3 miles of pathways and 2 bridges. Spend time in our petting zoo, country farm market, or indoor grill restaurant which offers seasonal favorites like homemade apple donuts, apple cider, caramel apples, local honey and much more! At All Seasons Orchard, the hay ride (wagon ride) will take you on a tour through our beautiful orchards and is essential to a complete fall season experience! In our 20th year, we continue our commitment to producing the best apples in Illinois for you and your family!
The Arboretum of South Barrington
The Arboretum is South Barrington's newest and most exciting place to shop, dine and play. The open-air center is named for the lush treescapes and gardens of its landscape, and for the large tree farm that formerly stood on the site. An upscale mix of shops, restaurants and entertainment venues including iPic Theaters, the ultimate cinema experience and a new way to go to the movies; L.L.Bean's first Midwest outdoor gear and apparel store and the incomparable Pinstripes Bowling/Bocce/Bistro.
CITY:South Barrington
Bass Pro Shops has established itself as the prime destination for all your outdoor needs. Gorgeous waterfalls, giant aquariums, incredible wildlife mounts and more make Bass Pro Shops a must-see attraction for families around the world. For the best selection in hunting, fishing, camping, boating, archery, footwear and family clothing be sure to visit Bass Pro sporting goods store. Check out the boat and ATV showrooms or come in for a variety of outdoor skill workshops, including fly fishing and hunting. Enjoy kids and family events held throughout the year! Make Bass Pro your one stop place to shop!
Farm dinners at Heritage Prairie Farm, in Elburn have been a tradition since 2007. All farm dinners include a welcome cocktail upon arrival to the farm with butler-passed appetizers, and live acoustic music. For dinner, an upscale five-course meal, introduced by the chef himself, is served family-style in a charming atmosphere, regardless of the season. Get an inside look at how the farm operates from one of their knowledgeable staff with a private tour of the farm.
Over 40 specialty shops, a grocery store, furniture store, and restaurants at this center.
CITY:Crystal Lake
Lincolnshire's place for dining, shopping, entertainment and work. Enjoy unique boutiques, the 20-theatre Regal Cinema and IMAX, glow-in-the-dark miniature golf, ceramic painting, outdoor summer concerts and a variety of restaurants.
Discount Retail Shopping/Grocery.
CITY:St. Charles


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Leinster stayed amongst the frontrunners on the PRO12 table after claiming a convincing 37-7 win over Zebre in Dublin on Saturday.
Leinster stayed amongst the frontrunners on the PRO 12 table after claiming a convincing 37-7 win over Zebre in Dublin on Saturday.
The home side welcomed back several internationals to the side, while tight-head prop Michael Bent and centre Andrew Goodman made their home debuts in front of a large crowd at the Royal Dublin Showground.
Daniel Halangahu had the chance to give Zebre an early lead, but missed his penalty goal attempt after only seven minutes. That came after good opening pressure from the visitors.
But Leinster came in to the game themselves, and had a period of sustained pressure on the Zebre line, leading to a penalty goal from Jonny Sexton on 25 minutes.
Only a minute later, the first try of the game came from Andrew Conway, as he took advantage of a recycled ball from Fergus McFadden's kick and chase.
Quintin Geldenhuys, returning from Italian international duty, saw yellow on the half hour mark, and with a man down, Zebre were unable to stop Sexton touching down on 34 minutes; a score that referee Andrew McMenenmy sent up to his TMO for clarification.
The fly-half kicked his second conversion of the half to send the home side in 17-0 at the break. Zebre started the second half on the attack, and got their reward with a try from a ruck, with Tito Tebaldi dropping over the line.
Halengauhu slotted the conversion attempt, but only four minutes later, Fergus McFadden kicked a penalty after taking over kicking duties from Sexton, who was replaced at half time.
McFadden scored Leinster's third try of the night on the hour, as he accepted a great offload from Gordon D'Arcy, and also added the extras to give his side a 27-7 lead.
Cian Healy stretched the lead further with ten minutes to play, dropping over the line from the back of a ruck, and although McFadden missed the conversion, he made up for that with his side's fifth try of the night with only two minutes left.
The scorers:
For Leinster:
Tries: McFadden 2, Conway, Sexton, McFadden, Healy
Pen: Sexton
Con: Sexton 2, McFadden
For Zebre:
Try: Tebaldi
Con: Halangahu
Yellow card: Geldenhuys (32 mins)
Leinster: 15 Isa Nacewa, 14 Andrew Conway, 13 Gordon D'Arcy, 12 Andrew Goodman, 11 Fergus McFadden, 10 Jonathan Sexton, 9 Eoin Reddan, 8 Sean O'Brien, 7 Rhys Ruddock, 6 Kevin McLaughlin, 5 Damian Browne, 4 Leo Cullen (c), 3 Michael Bent, 2 Sean Cronin, 1 Heinke van der Merwe.
Replacements: 16 Aaron Dundon, 17 Cian Healy, 18 Mike Ross, 19 Tom Denton, 20 Jordi Murphy, 21 Isaac Boss, 22 Ian Madigan, 23 Fionn Carr.
Zebre: 15 Ruggero Trevisan, 14 Leonardo Sarto, 13 Gonzalo Garcia (capt), 12 Matteo Pratichetti, 11 Sinoti Sinoti, 10 Daniel Halangahu, 9 Tito Tebaldi, 8 Filippo Cristiano, 7 Mauro Bergamasco, 6 Nicola Cattina, 5 Josh Sole, 4 Quintin Geldenhuys, 3 David Ryan, 2 Carlo Festuccia, 1 Matias Aguero.
Replacements: 16 Davide Giazzon, 17 Andrea De Marchi, 18 Carlo Fazzari, 19 Emiliano Caffini, 20 Nicola Belardo, 21 Alberto Chillon, 22 David Odiete, 23 Paolo Buso.
Referee: Andrew McMenemy (Scotland)
Assistant referees: Stuart Gaffikin (Ireland), Richard Kerr (Ireland)
Television match official: Alan Rogan (Ireland)
Assessor: M Carroll (Ireland)


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The Wave Worm Tiki Platypus is one creature bait you will want to have if you're a serious flipper. It features two flappers near the head of the bait and a huge paddle tail. These appendages combine to create large amounts of water displacement and slow the Tiki Platypus' fall rate to keep it in the strike zone longer. The paddles on either side of the bait and tail can also be cut down the middle to add even more action. Available in a range of proven Wave Worm colors, the Wave Worm Tiki Platypus is also loaded with Wave Worm's MoLoPo scent for additional fish attraction.
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Comments: This is an excellent flipping bait! It's been responsible for many large catches.
Comments: great pitching bait. I use the watermelon candy color and pinch the second set of arms off so there are just the paddles and the flapper tails. Slips through cover easily and catches fish. Great!
From: Cullen: Ashburn, VA
Comments: this bait aint worth it their are better baits out their for the same price if i was yall DONT WATSE YOUR MONEY!!!!!!!!
From: Colton: OK
Comments: caught a bunch of fish texas rigging this. We were throwin evrything under the sun but when we tied on this it was the ticket
From: Nick: Windsor, Ontario
Comments: Pretty sweet bait on a carolina rig. I have had some fun with this bait and the tiki gorilla and some mend it. Made some of these up to 10" with all the flappers and arms. They look a little ridiculous but they work.
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Style # 229090
With a deep scoopneck back and full mesh detail and accentuating peplum flare, this bebe tank is a sexy must-own. Try it with anything from a pair of pastel jeans to a body-conforming pencil skirt.
- 96% Polyester, 4% spandex
- Made in USA
- Center back to hem: 13" (33 cm)
- Model is 5'10" and wears a US size S
Rated 5 out of 5�by 1 reviewer.
Rated 5 out of 5�by AmbitiousBEBE21 beatiful top pic does not do justice. beautiful fabric. with stretch, hugs your curves without drawing attention to the mid section (sometimes peplum does that) Fit is true to size. looks hot with any color. perfect spring top for work and play.. February 24, 2014
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So, you want to be a volunteer. Good for you! Volunteering is a great way to further a cause, support an organization, and make a difference in your community. It provides the opportunity to change people's lives, including your own. If you're feeling overwhelmed by news of a disaster, volunteering to help can be a great way to cope. If you'd like to support a cause but can't afford to donate money, donating your time is a great alternative. It can also be an opportunity to hone your skills, meet new people, and learn new things.
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I am not here to condemn Lois, but rather defend. Nor am I here to condone her actions, but rather speak to the PR industry about such actions - as well, as speak to others as a PR practitioner.
So, today she is being held up as everything wrong with the PR industry, because of her actions regarding CES. Yes, her actions and her own defence (or lack thereof) come up lacking - Phonescoop would not care about the clients her employee was pitching, and the laziness of just blasting the whole media list has its own consequences (for example, see Chris Anderson's blacklist) - but it is still a common PR practice, especially during trade show season. And, it is because we are under the gun to get X meetings at the trade show.
I, myself, have received three emails from one PR person asking why I have not responded to the first email ... maybe because I am busy and not attending CES as media/blogger this year?
And, yes, Lois and her PR firm has the distinct honor of being called out by The Bad Pitch Blog; I know Kevin, and I know that it takes many offenses to be publicly called out.
But, I'm here to defend Lois - not necessarily because I think she deserves to be defended, but because PR people are missing the bigger issue. It's another typical attack on PR, and not necessarily warranted. While she is quite a character, and seems to not notice how the game has changed, but added New Media to the firm's name in 2001 (hey, she was an early adopter!) to keep abreast of the latest buzz word game.
In today's world, though, public relations is becoming more and more relevant. With the media shrinking, freelancers becoming more and more prevelant, and, well, online media (or new media or social media) become fragmented where you need VERY targeted outreach to reach the right audiences, well, the PR executive and firm is the perfect choice. And, that includes all the social media / networking brouhaha. Who is better off talking to people than public relations? The classic generalist is trained to work with the media, the public and to engage in discussions, not just one-way messaging.
As for the start of this recent PR is dead meme, but let's put a face to it (with Lois) - it started with the embargoes are dead meme, which is just as dumb, if not dumber. The embargo is based on a working relationship, and when a PR person or firm gets burnt by a reporter or site, you stop working with them (giving them the pre-briefs), and shoot them the news at the same time.
And, really, 90 percent of the embargoes for start-ups are worthless. It's not embargo worthy news, they aren't public companies. You don't send off a release under embargo without getting a verbal or written "yes" that they will honor the embargo. That, again, goes to laziness.
In the era of new media, social media or whatever, though, the embargo might be on its last legs. However, for a public company, it does not. You want to pre-brief reporters on upcoming news, but that pesky SEC stuff gets in the way. So, you do under embargo - usually backed up by an attorney.
During the dot-com era, News.com was infamous for having the fast trigger finger. During the Web 2.0 bubble (or whatever you want to call the recent past), it was Mashable that was whispered about as fast posters. So, if you are a smart PR person that values your relationships, you don't pre-brief or embargo them - you give them the news the same time you send it out on the wire. If you don't get the hit, you don't get it.
And, yes, even I have been burnt by the verbal embargo. Back in the day, I pre-briefed two outlets: WSJ (my choice and person) and AP (the partner's choice and person). AP went early, and burned my relationship with the WSJ reporter and killed the better story (told from my POV, rather than the partners). It happens to everyone, but the good PR person learns from it and redoes the strategy for the next news cycle. Or just briefs.
But, back to Lois. While the PR bloggers love a good dog pile to attack another PR person when they come under fire - and in these economic times, it's a bigger blood sport than usual - with this highly visible and somewhat personal attack on a PR firm, it's an attack on all of us. It's another shot in the PR gut that we're dead.
And, well, we're not.
We're more important in a recession than ever before. But, if your PR firm or PR person has time to post in the middle of the day, you really should question what they are doing for you. Or if it is themselves they are thinking of first. PR needs to be client first, PR person second. Not the other way around.
And that also is hurting the PR industry.


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By Zoriana N. Mangione, Quality Care Opticians, Ballston Lake, NY
Release Date: August 1, 2012
Expiration Date: September 15, 2013
Zoriana N. Mangione, Quality Care Opticians, Ballston Lake, NY
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This course is approved for one (1) hour of CE credit by the American Board of Opticianry (ABO). Course SWJM260-1
The field of Ophthalmic Dispensing includes many possible business models, encompassing everything from small independent practices, medical practices, chain store operations, discount stores and high-end dispensing. Lesser-known applications of Opticianry include safety eyewear dispensing, personal shopping services, and institutional dispensing, which usually involves the need for mobile opticians. Providing on-site optician services to nursing home residents brings with it unusual challenges and unanticipated rewards.
Becoming a mobile optician for nursing home residents requires, above all else, patience and compassion. Next, one should expect much planning and organization, the willingness to travel from site-to-site in a variety of weather conditions, adaptability to various working conditions at the facilities, the willingness to carry the contents of an entire office to each site, and different communication skills and protocols. For example, getting signatures on file for insurance poses an entirely new set of challenges, since patients are usually either physically unable to sign the forms or are cognitively impaired due to dementia, their need for numerous medications or catastrophic illnesses. In the majority of cases, family members are not present when the nursing home resident is receiving his or her optical services. As a result, most business practices that are relatively routine in an office setting require significantly different approaches in a mobile practice.
Another factor making nursing home work challenging is finding a way to carry an entire optician's office to each facility. Experience directs the type and quantities of items like hand tools, lensometers and frame warmers, and replacement parts (e.g., nose pads, temple tips, screws, etc) that are necessary for your mobile office. Frame inventories meeting the requirements of the major insurance companies in your area, and various forms of paperwork must also be brought to each facility, each time. A variety of options exists for carting the necessary equipment, ranging from rolling sales cases to stacked crates loaded onto a hand-truck. Creativity is key in making this part of the job far less physically taxing.
Then, the optician must be very open-minded as to what constitutes a useable workspace. Nursing homes generally do not have extra office space available for a makeshift optician shop. Often, the beauty shop or dental office is used for the optician clinics. Sometimes, a conference room might be used. In many cases, the space provided leaves much to be desired, as lighting is often inadequate for use as a dispensary, especially when trying to locate the slot in the screw head. Here, creativity and a sense of humor can save the day. Overcoming challenges like these are part of what make this job so fulfilling.
Other challenges include finding a frame inventory with deeper "B" dimensions, softer colors, and with sturdy endpieces and temples to accommodate those with physical impairments following a stroke or surgery. Boldly colored frames often make a poor choice for nursing home residents because their complexions are usually quite pale, due to a combination of age and frailty. Also, people often find it harder to accept change as they age. It's amazing to see how many people are still wearing the oversized frames that were popular in the 1980s. Still, there also are quite a few patients still wearing their original American Optical or Shuron frames with interchangeable top rims!
Even though it is possible to find frames with a deep "B" measurement relative to today's styles, most nursing home patients are looking for frames as deep as goggles, reaching from the top of the eyebrow to mid-cheek, preferably in a blue-rose color. While finding frames matching these descriptors can be quite a challenge, it can be just as challenging to convince the wearer that a slightly smaller "B" dimension will still provide ample room for reading through their bifocal. Seniors get so accustomed to the deep frames that they find themselves looking under the bifocal, not through it, when reading with a narrower frame. Shortening the vertex distance of the eyewear helps to minimize this effect.
The quality and durability of frames that meet most insurance pricing guidelines usually leave a lot to be desired. Many of these frames would be of passable quality for someone who is able to handle their eyewear properly, but for a nursing home resident that generally has limited use of their arms; the frames bend or loosen continually. These frames require frequent, routine adjustment. Conditions like Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, arthritis, and paralysis following a stroke significantly impair the wearer's ability to handle eyewear in the manner usually recommended by professionals. After a few weeks of one-handed handling, the eyewear winds up at the end of the wearer's nose, or with the temples bent out so far that it's physically impossible for both temples to touch both ears at the same time. In addition, one must also consider the damage from repeated naps with the glasses on, eyeglasses being run over by the wheelchairs, eyewear getting stuck in the hospital beds, and carelessness in handling the eyewear by the residents' caregivers.
Even if the frame is generally a good fit, there are several considerations that affect frame comfort for the nursing home population. Mature skin is extremely thin and lacks the fatty deposits in the bridge area that was once more abundant. This means that the bridge of the nose has a greater tendency to get painful red marks from bent or poorly adjusted nose pads. One would be amazed at how quickly the red marks turn into open sores or cystic formations, which can sometimes even cause blocked tear ducts. Changing smaller, hard plastic or vinyl nose pads to the soft silicone variety, in the 15 – 17mm size range, are an important first step in remedying the situation. Next, the optician should pay careful attention to adjusting the nose pad angles so that they closely match the contours of the wearer's bridge.
It is common knowledge that the frames covered by most government plans are very inexpensive and, as a result, the plating wears off quickly, exposing the base metal. The exposed base metal soon oxidizes when it comes in contact with skin oils, and if the temple fit is too tight, it turns both the eyeglass temple and the wearer's temple a lovely shade of green. This is not only unsightly and uncomfortable for the wearer; it is also unhealthy for the skin. Once the thin, mature skin has turned green, it can soon develop an open sore, which exposes the patient to the risk of infection. Obviously, it is best to avoid these circumstances altogether. Nursing home residents have enough other health issues to contend with, so the best remedy in this regard is prevention. When fitting the temples, be certain that there is enough clearance between the eyeglass temple and the wearer's head to allow a piece of paper to slide in, unrestricted. When fitting temples, be certain that there is a gap of approximately 2-3mm between the eyeglass temple and the wearer's head. The only part of a metal temple that should touch the skin is the plastic temple tip. This will be more comfortable for the wearer and slow down the corrosion process.
Getting a comfortable temple tip fit can also be a challenge. Many nursing home residents had mastoid surgery decades ago, which leaves large depressions in the contour of the skull behind the ears. Hearing aids and oxygen tubes further complicate adjustment. Where possible, select temples that are neither too thin nor wiry, since they can dig into the skin much more easily, causing sores. If the temples are too thick, they can interfere with hearing aid and oxygen tube placement, and are sometimes harder to adjust to a snug-fitting curl behind the ears.
For many residents, arthritis and/or other medical conditions cause them to slump far forward in their wheelchairs, so that eyewear is in constant danger of falling off. A riding bow adjustment to the temple is a good way to minimize the amount of slipping. For these residents, a head strap can sometimes be beneficial, but is usually too uncomfortable for the wearer, getting tangled in their hair or causing discomfort when they rest their head on a pillow. If the resident is easily agitated, a head strap or eyeglass cord could present a strangulation hazard, if they tug vigorously at the cord. It also complicates the process of putting the glasses on and off, which only leads to more bent frames. When cervical collars or neck braces must be contended with, be sure to adjust the temple length and curl so that they do not come in contact with the brace. Contact between the temple and brace would continually push the eyewear down the nose or cause the temples to ride high over the ears, adding a significant amount of pantoscopic tilt, affecting fit and vision.
Choosing the right lens design can be a bit more complicated for the nursing home patient. The vast majority of nursing home residents use a flattop lens design; but some residents ask for single vision lenses, while others wear the progressive lenses that they obtained prior to their move to the nursing home. Single vision eyewear is often problematic because neither the patient nor the aide can differentiate reading glasses from the distance pair. As a result, a resident might wind up wearing their near vision eyewear all day long. The staff might then notice that the resident has become more withdrawn, not realizing it's because they can't see farther than arm's length away. Many times, the residents cannot articulate their problem. A flattop design bifocal might be the safer solution, since there would be only one pair of glasses to keep track of, and the resident would not be looking through a near vision prescription all day long.
As prescriptions change, residents might be able to stay in a progressive design, but certain changes in their general health make it less desirable to do so. As long as their medical condition does not affect their cognitive state, their balance or their gait (for those who are still ambulatory), the wearer would still be considered a good candidate for a progressive lens. More often than not, those residents whose remaining vision and cognitive state are robust enough to warrant a multifocal, a flattop design is much easier and more practical for them to use. There should also be financial considerations in making the final lens design decisions, as well. At costs exceeding $9,000 per month for nursing home care, options like progressives are not typically covered by insurance and are usually sidetracked in favor or more basic solutions. Another consideration is the frequency with which eyewear gets misplaced or lost in a nursing home setting. Since virtually every resident who is ambulatory or enjoys mobility via use of a wheelchair wears eyeglasses, it becomes very easy for them to assume that the glasses on the dining room table are theirs, and not their dining companions'. It is a very common fact of life for nursing home residents to be wearing someone else's glasses, in error, and not even realize it! Especially for those wearing progressives, this can be a very expensive loss to endure.
Life in a nursing home setting is not usually visually demanding. If the wearer is an avid reader or enjoys crafts like knitting or crocheting, flattop bifocal segments fitted at or slightly higher than the lid margin will help the wearer maintain a more comfortable neck posture while engaging in their favorite pastime. Those who enjoy doing things like crossword puzzles, jigsaw puzzles, playing cards or board games might even have the need for a trifocal, depending on how much of those activities they do throughout the day.
For those who have lost the ability to concentrate or read, the use of a bifocal is often still indicated. Even though their use of the bifocal segment would be significantly limited compared to that of a person living independently, it is best to assume that having a low set bifocal might provide an occasional benefit. It might allow the individual a few moments of happiness as they look at a family photo or a greeting card. Perhaps having a low-set bifocal might enable that person to see his dinner plate more clearly, allowing him to retain further independence by feeding himself. Often, no one is certain how much benefit wearing eyeglasses might offer, but the rule is to assume that as long as there is the potential for some benefit from wearing the glasses, the eyewear should remain part of the individual's care plan. Sadly, there may come a time when dementia reaches a point where the individual is truly unaware of his or her surroundings. Here, the decision to abandon eyewear is made in concert with the staff, families and opticians.
Contrary to standards for those living in the community, lens options, including photochromics or anti-reflective coatings, are not practical in nursing home settings. First and foremost, eyewear in nursing homes rarely gets cleaned properly, negating any benefit from non-glare coatings. Secondly, most residents are unable to spend much time outdoors, making the additional cost of a photochromic lens unnecessary. Thirdly, the problem of lost glasses, repeated purchases and minimal insurance coverage makes these options less desirable.
In addition to significant physical ailments, debilitating ocular conditions like age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and cataracts can wreak havoc with a resident's quality of life. In cases such as these, eyeglasses generally have minimal effect on a resident's eyesight. However, this does not mean that all hope is lost. Non-eyeglass aids, including magnifiers and goose-necked reading lamps, can go a long way in allowing a person to continue at least some aspects of their former abilities. Technology can also play a large role in maximizing the remaining vision for some people. E-readers make it easy to enlarge the print of any book or text quite significantly. Their size and lightweight is also desirable for those who find it difficult to hold a heavy book in their hands. Because it is not necessary to turn any pages, using e-readers is desirable for those suffering from arthritis in their hands. Although not yet widely used, it is easy to envision increased popularity in these products as seniors become more comfortable with the technology and the price of the products decreases.
At this point, one may wonder why on earth anyone would ever agree to work within such different and difficult parameters. Good question. The answer may be different for each optician choosing this path. Some might cite the flexibility of their work schedule, or never having to worry about being stuck in a rut at work. Others might mention that it's a way to give back to their communities. But most will agree that it offers a way to work with some of the most amazing people one could imagine: a Tuskegee airman, an anthropologist trained by Margaret Mead, a burlesque dancer, a scientist, an inventor, a professional baseball player, an artist, a musician for Tony Bennett's band, a teacher, or a husband or wife who gave of themselves to build a good family and community. Today's nursing home residents have lived full and interesting lives. They helped shape our culture and society, in ways big and small. They face the daily challenges that their chronic medical conditions bring with bravery and wisdom. They need and deserve this service. As someone who has had the honor of working with this great generation, what keeps this author coming back to work each day is a deep sense of gratification, knowing that my work has made a real difference in the lives of so many wonderful people.
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The Superior is Altra's stab at a nimble, performance trail shoe. Lower to the ground than its bigger brother, the Lone Peak, the Superior offers a closer to the ground feel and a more responsive ride, though both share the characteristics of zero drop and a wide forefoot that will please runners seeking a more natural experience on the trails.
Among the more unique features of the Superior is it's removable rock plate, consisting of a thin and flexible full-length plastic insert that slips in underneath the sockliner. Though it may not seem like much, our testers credited the rock plate to provide plenty of protection from sharp rocks and other hazards on the trail. Removing the plate results in increased ground feel for those who want to get in touch with the trail, and is best for clean and less hazardous terrain.
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Cowboys beat writer David Moore answered reader questions during a live chat Tuesday. Here are some highlights:
How do you think Spencer would do moving to DE?
David Moore: Spencer could make the move to defensive end. The issue: at 250 pounds, he's a bit light. In and of itself that's not a problem. But DeMarcus Ware is only 254 pounds. Two undersized defensive ends in a 4-3 with two tackles who are also undersized isn't a recipe for success.
What's your take on the Spencer situation? Keep him or too high of a price?
David Moore: As I said earlier, I believe the Cowboys are a better defense if they are able to keep Spencer. But this team is really strapped from a salary cap standpoint, and they may diminish his impact by rationalizing that they have no choice but to let him go. There's still a chance he remains if the two sides can agree on a long-term contract, but I also believe Spencer would be able to get more on the open market.
Do you think Jerry would ever employ a capologist to help him avoid being in perpetual salary cap hell.
David Moore: The Cowboys have these people on staff and are comfortable with how they stagger their cap.


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First round second look
Jean Lefebvre
May 01 2010 08:31AM
Now that 48 hours or so have passed since the conclusion of the first round, a few observations and remarks.
• There has been much pleading for cooler heads to prevail in D.C. in the wake of the Washington Capitals' collapse against the Montreal Canadiens in the Eastern Conference's 1-8 matchup.
On the other hand, it's possible an attempt to avoid over-reaction may result in under-reaction. Ted Leonsis was chided for his emotional post-series evisceration of the hockey club but the Caps owner may be right to fret, even if he's giving the wrong reasons to do so.
It's easy to be dazzled by Washington's offensive weaponry, just as it's convenient to look at the Caps' late-series shot totals and dismiss the setback as a bad luck/hot goalie phenomenon. While it's possible the comments fall into the blind squirrel-finding-occasional-acorn category, there were doubters about the legitimacy of the Caps long before Mike Green made Norris Trophy voters beg for their ballots back. And all the head-shaking about the flow of rubber directed at Jaroslav Halak in the final three games has obscured the fact Washington was a bit fortunate to be up three games to one in the first place — consider Montreal's blown 4-1 and 5-4 leads in Game 2 and a gaffe by Flames ex-pat Roman Hamrlik that led to a tide-turning Caps goal in Game 4.
So while Leonsis may be a tad off in his post-series analysis and while it may be foolish to blow up a team that had a remarkable edge in regular-season five-on-five play, let's not completely dismiss the possibility the Caps may need something along the lines of a Ron Francis-Ulf Samuelsson modification in order to turn the corner.
• By the way, has anyone fully absorbed the fact Washington — which didn't start making the playoffs until 1983 — now has more Game 7 home-ice losses than any other club in NHL history?
• It defies logic. The Phoenix Coyotes still haven't won a single playoff series in their history and yet you can be sure that when and if the Desert Dogs next venture into springtime hockey, the marketing folks and fans will do the "White-Out" thing again.
The tradition of course goes back to the Winnipeg Jets days but seeing as how the Jets hadn't won a round since 1987, the franchise might have considered discarding the practice much as it left behind Ed Olczyk, Tim Cheveldae and the ginormous portrait of the Queen when the move was made from Manitoba to Arizona.
If lack of success isn't enough to abandon the White-Out, how about originality? What was once a neat tradition employed by only a few NHL fanbases — Winnipeg and Calgary, for the most part — has now become an epidemic and everyone has their version, even if the colours vary.
• Speaking of the Coyotes, the 2010 playoffs represented Phoenix defenceman Derek Morris' third post-season appearance in a dozen seasons. He's played for a different team each time — his previous playoff trips were with Colorado in 2003 and with the Rangers in 2009 — and each time Morris' club bowed out in a first-round Game 7. The ex-Flame blue-liner's work on the goal that conked Colorado (see it here) in the 2003 playoffs may have been a real factor in Patrick Roy's decision to call it a career.
• On the eve of the 2010 playoffs, the shy and retiring Pierre McGuire rated all 16 starting goalies for Sports Illustrated. Well, Pierre's top two choices — Buffalo's Ryan Miller and New Jersey's Martin Brodeur — are both out, as are two others in his top seven (Pekka Rinne and Ilya Bryzgalov).
The corollary to that is that three of McGuire's bottom five — Jimmy Howard, Antti Niemi and the guy who ranked dead last, ex-Flame Brian Boucher — are still stopping pucks.
• You probably know Michael Cammalleri of the Canadiens was the top-scoring former Flame in the first round, but can you name who finished second?
That was a tie between two guys who were in the same series — Phoenix centreman Matthew Lombardi and Detroit defenceman Brad Stuart, who each had six points. For what it's worth, Lombardi had two goals and 10 points in 33 career playoff games as a Flame while Stuart had a single assist and a minus-3 showing in his one and only post-season series for Calgary.
Meanwhile, the New Jersey Devils had three ex-Flames on their roster for their first-round tilt with Philadelphia and the only one of the trio who managed a point was Mike Mottau, a blue-liner who had only a few sips of coffee for Calgary. Dean McAmmond and Rob Niedermayer both went oh-fer in the series.
• While the first round was going on, the Edmonton Journal's Jim Matheson remarked that the Capitals should make a pitch for Flames defenceman Robyn Regehr, using someone like Tomas Fleischmann or Eric Fehr as bait.
Predictably, the suggestion popped up elsewhere not long afterwards except by then it wasn't mere idle speculation by a third-party observer, it was presented as something that was actually being considered. And you wonder how rumours get started?
It's reminiscent of the time a few years back when veteran hockey writers in Boston and Calgary both remarked that there was a certain amount of logic to a deal that would see the offence-starved Flames get Sergei Samsonov and the defence-thin Bruins get Derek Morris. Wouldn't you know it? Within a day or two, there were a handful of "reports" claiming a Morris-Samsonov deal was in the works.
• Just a great, great call by the San Francisco Chronicle's Ray Ratto, a rare general sports columnist in the U.S. who both loves hockey and is able to make insightful observations.
Here's what he wrote after that weird own-goal that did in San Jose in Game 3 of the Sharks' first-round series against Colorado.
As Sharks fans struggle with the idea of a doom-on-doom sandwich, with Game 4 and new unimagined horrors confronting them all, there is this:
If something as catastrophic as Game 3 had to happen, the Sharks couldn't have picked a better culprit/victim than Dan Boyle.
Boyle's clearing attempt - the one that clipped Ryan O'Reilly's stick and squeezed through the six-inch gap between Evgeni Nabokov's pad and the left goal post, the one that won Game 3 for Colorado - mugged San Jose's hopes in the series and forced the Sharks to win three of the next four games or live with the nuclear shame.
On the other hand, Boyle is the Sharks' toughest-minded player, as well as one who has won a Stanley Cup ring and knows how the hard times and the easy ones run so close together. He took the hit Sunday night, sat and talked about it afterward to whoever asked, and fought with it through much of Monday. That's what the pros do.
The amateurs (and like most teams, the Sharks do have a few) don't carry the weight like Boyle did. They hide. They shy away. They let it eat at their minds and souls, and they become useless. That's when you know a bad play has become a bad series.
Since Ratto wrote that passage, Boyle has posted two goals and five assists, is a plus-7 and the Sharks have posted four straight victories.
Great recap Jean. The shy and retiring Pierre McGuire indeed heh heh heh.
May 01 2010, 11:29AM
Great recap Jean. The shy and retiring Pierre McGuire indeed heh heh heh.
Yeah, I smiled at that line too.
With all the ex-flames you mention, it's good to see that once a Calgary "Choker" Flame, always a Calgary "Choker" Flame.
Maybe Pierre McGuire is in line for K.P.'s job. Is there a Vancouver connection there with Tamby?
May 01 2010, 03:24PM
Damn you, I googled around for McGuire retirement news as soon as I read that line, the shy part made no sense... but the other part was too good to be true, turns out it was. Damn.
May 01 2010, 04:03PM
I think there's a chance that the "shy and retiring fellow' might be a Calgary GM before long. Rumour has it that Ken King is going to pull the chute and run for mayor which would leave the ownership group free to fire Sutter. Brent could be kept on (McGuire has a man crush on him as big as the one he had on Phaneuf) so the cavalcade of coaches might finally come to an end.
If McGuire ends up in Calgary I might actually feel better about Tambo in Edmonton.
That loss looked good on OV and I freaking hate the habs. When Montreal scored that second goal it was Washingtons series in a nutshell. Greene took himself out of the play by taking the wrong guy and OV was just clearing Montreals blue line on the back check, after another super long shift that apparently exhausted his ability to be involved in that part of the game.
Id be a tad pissed myself if I was Ted Leonsis. At least the Semin resigning took a turn for the obvious...... Backstrom on the other hand just bought a much bigger truck. Luckily for Ted they play in the worst division in hockey and quite a few warts can be hidden when you play the same ankle benders 6 times each. Hal Gill was freaking awesome in that series, and who doesnt like Hal Gill?
That loss looked good on OV and I freaking hate the habs. When Montreal scored that second goal it was Washingtons series in a nutshell. Greene took himself out of the play by taking the wrong guy and OV was just clearing Montreals blue line on the back check, after another super long shift that apparently exhausted his ability to be involved in that part of the game.
Id be a tad pissed myself if I was Ted Leonsis. At least the Semin resigning took a turn for the obvious...... Backstrom on the other hand just bought a much bigger truck. Luckily for Ted they play in the worst division in hockey and quite a few warts can be hidden when you play the same ankle benders 6 times each. Hal Gill was freaking awesome in that series, and who doesnt like Hal Gill?
How is taking the guy closest to the puck "taking the wrong guy"? Whoever was covering the 2nd one rushing in was doing a garbage job of it. I'm not saying Green played it perfectly, but I wouldn't call that a massive screw-up on his part by any means.
May 02 2010, 02:57PM
God how I wish Pierre McGuire actually was retiring - as in from being an analyst entirely. There aren't any hockey personalities who annoy me more, including the usual suspects Don Cherry and Mike Milbury (who I actually like in that role).


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Crazy Creek Crazy Crib Hammock.
Enjoy your time out in the great outdoors a lot more with this Crazy Creek Crazy Crib Hammock. This Crazy Creek hammock is made of high quality materials in order to ensure that it is reliable and durable enough to do its job properly. Its 70D coated nylon build ensures that its strength holds as you lie in it to relax while you are out on your adventure. It measures 44 in. x 94 in., making it just the right size to accommodate one person. This hammock is very useful when you go out camping, hiking, or on many other activities out in the great outdoors. It is very light at just 23 oz., with packaging, allowing you to carry it around very easily. Its compact size lets you pack it in your backpack even in a very tight spot. Have a relaxing time out in the great outdoors with this Crazy Creek Crazy Crib Hammock.
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Save up to 50% off the regular retail price of your Garmin-licensed Backroad GPS Maps with the new Updates Map program. As of June 1, 2016, customers will now get a new micro-SD Card with the updated maps and points of interest to replace old card.
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By GARY ARRINGTONStaff writer
As you drive into the township of Lawrence from Huntington on what is known by some as Tin Can Alley and by others as the back road to Lawrence, one cannot help but see a Welcome to Lawrence sign. Whether that sign accurately describes the beginning of town does not matter, it does accurately reflect the opinion of the landowner on which that sign rests.
Vallyn Bernard moved to Emery County and to Lawrence in 1995 and now, as far as I know, is Emery County's latest author. 48 Acres was published in March of this year by Author House and is available at many bookstores, both brick and mortar and online.
48 Acres is a story of the life and times of a 1960s young boy growing up in the big city but unwillingly was forced to move to his grandpa's farm. Although the book is fictional, the plot is loosely based on the author's early years.
After leaving behind the street gangs of the city, the lad gradually begins to enjoy the simpler life of living on a small farm. Grandpa is a force in the boy's life and readers will enjoy the lessons taught by him, as he is both wise and mischievous.
Bernard is the father of six boys. All six became Eagle scouts with way too many merit badges and all six graduated from Emery High School. Vallyn's wife Debbie is a Carbon County native and a descendant of a mother and a grandmother that were both born and raised in Lawrence.
Vallyn is a native of Kentucky but was raised in Ohio, first in the city and then out on the farm. After serving in the military, he moved to Utah in 1975, met Debbie in 1976, fell in love and now they live happily ever after. Bernard worked at Des-Bee-Dove coal mine in the late 70s and early 80s.
Vallyn has spent years entertaining individuals, small groups and large audiences with his stories and adventures of real life. Today, one cannot be around him very long before one notices his doodling. Upon closer examination, one sees that it is not doodling but the artwork of a very gifted artist. Vallyn has pages and pages of black and white landscapes of the desert as he sees it. From time to time, some of those have been on display at our county fair.
Bernard was a Navy man in his first stint of military service, serving on an aircraft carrier. In his second stint, Bernard was a Green Beret, a member of the military's special forces.
In other times, Bernard has faced and conquered many challenges in his life. Bernard, besides military service, has been a Chicago bank auditor, a coal miner, a derrick hand, a construction worker, in the securities business and even a homeless man that was the user of many vices in his life. Vallyn draws on his life for his entertaining viewpoint and one does not have to be around him long to know that his viewpoint is definitely unique.
Bernard has another book that is being edited now. Pink Pigeons is a story of a junior high tackle football game between the boys and the irritated girls. In this fictional tale, young teenage girls have had enough of the boys in their school and stand up for themselves. The girls, the challengers to the boy's domain of sports, play the game against the boys and story is an emotional roller coaster that has one laughing and crying.
Bernard is also working on two other books currently. One is called Prom Knights and the other is called Never Alone. Prom Knights is a fictional tale based on a real life event. Never Alone is a story of a military sniper separated on the battlefield from his own and in the midst of the enemy while his wife is home giving birth to their first child.
The easiest way to put this book into your library is through authorhouse.com.


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Police: man tries to hit officer with vehicle
JACKSONVILLE - A man is arrested after allegedly running from police and trying to hit an officer with his car.
Saturday, police went to the Triangle Mobile Home Park in Jacksonville for a call of an impaired person. When they arrived, the suspect, 22-year-old Edward A. Gibson, allegedly ran from the police south down US Highway 17.
Police said they deflated the suspects tires with stop sticks. The suspect allegedly tried to hit one of the deploying officers with his car. The pursuit ended when Gibson's car became disabled.
Gibson is charged with assault with a deadly weapon on an officer, felony speeding to elude, DWI, and possession of drugs.
His bond was set at $27,000.


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if you are sitting on a bus, and no one else is on the bus, the driver stops to pick one person up and they have the entire bus to choose a seat yet they decide to pick the seat DIRECTLY behind you thus the term close sitter.
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ASHLAND, Ky. – King's Daughters Medical Center, in cooperation with the
Kentucky Heart Foundation, is offering a free screening to detect peripheral
artery disease, also known as PAD.
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By Sandra Harwitt, special to USTA.com
No matter the outcome, U.S. Fed Cup captain Mary Joe Fernandez is always proud of her players if they put their best foot forward.
And although the U.S. lost this weekend's Fed Cup Play-off to France in a close 3-2 defeat, Fernandez was able to see the improvements in her young team. She relied on the 21-year-old Sloane Stephens and 19-year-old Madison Keys – two players touted for their bright futures in the game.
And while they didn't pull off the win, they showed their true and loyal dedication to the cause.
"The girls did great," Fernandez said. "They had great attitudes. They worked really hard. That's all you can ask for: that determination and desire and will to keep going."
In the end, however, the loss means the U.S. Fed Cup team will play its 2015 season in World Group II, competing to return to the World Group to take a shot at an 18th Fed Cup title in 2016. Only once before, in 2012, has the U.S. been relegated to World Group II action.
For a while it was looking promising for the U.S. on Sunday, as Sloane Stephens established a 2-1 lead for the squad. In the past, when the U.S led 2-1, it had an 8-3 record.
It was a very different Stephens who arrived on court on Sunday from the player who fell quickly to France's Caroline Garcia, 6-3 6-2, on Saturday. Stephens had yet to win a Fed Cup singles match in two attempts and she was determined to finally deliver a victory to the team.
Playing against 78th-ranked Virginie Razzano – who was subbing for France's No. 1 Alize Cornet, felled by a left adductor injury – Stephens dominated throughout, taking a confident 6-2, 6-4 victory that took all of 67 minutes.
"Yeah, I mean it's awesome to get my first singles win; Madison got hers yesterday," said a visibly thrilled Stephens. "[I'm] just excited to be here and competing out there."
When asked if she approached the match differently against Razzano and whether she made any technical changes to her game, Stephens replied, "No, I just stayed really positive and I was jumping up and down, screaming all the time. I was being really annoying, like to myself. I was like, 'Oh, my God.' I was just fighting for every point and it worked."
Unfortunately, Keys couldn't duplicate her winning result from Saturday in the second singles match, falling to the red-hot Garcia. To be fair, the 51st-ranked Garcia, making her Fed Cup playing debut this weekend, was astounding in winning three points – a feat even Fernanez couldn't ignore.
"I like her game a lot," Fernandez said of Garcia. "I've liked it for a long time. She's much more disciplined now with her shot selection. She's a great athlete. Now it's all coming together."
The 42nd-ranked Keys began with confidence and took a 2-0 lead. But Garcia recouped the service break in the fourth game and then, at 4-4, won eight of the next nine points to take the first set.
In the second set, Keys surrendered her serve in the sixth game to give Garcia a 4-2 lead and a platform to victory three games later.
"Caroline played really well," Keys said. "She's been playing well all weekend. I wasn't moving nearly as well."
Tied at 2-2, the weekend was going to go down to the wire in the fifth-and-decisive doubles match in which France eventually prevailed 6-2, 7-5. Both captains elected to team their singles players of the day – Keys with Stephens and Garcia with Razzano – hoping for the best.
"[I was] trying to go with the players that were playing into the competition and had big weapons, trying to impose their game on the French," Fernandez said of choosing her team.
The French team instead blasted its way to a 5-1 lead in the first set, which pretty much put that in the books.
In the second set, Keys and Stephens fell behind 4-0, but even then they refused to surrender. They not only fought back even, but even briefly led 5-4 before the French duo won the final three games.
"Nearly a great comeback there being down a set and 4-love," Fernandez said. "They started doing a really good job midway through the second set to feel their presence. But [the French] were too good."
So with the conclusion going against the U.S., Fernandez and her young and enthusiastic team couldn't hide their disappointment. But they also were ready to look ahead to what lies ahead, with an expectation of making a successful challenge.
"It leaves us fighting back to get into the World Group next year," smiled Fernandez.
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Set of Cranberry Glass Bowls & Saucers
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A very striking set of cranberry glass, cut-to-clear bowls and saucers attractively embellished with fruits and leaves. The entire set includes 14 bowls, 9 large saucers (7 1/2" diameter) and 5 small saucers (6 1/2" diameter). Each bowl and saucer combination is also sold separately. Excellent condition.
Circa 1910
Bowls: 5" diameter
Circa 1910
Bowls: 5" diameter


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Walking through Livingston County War Museum is like taking a tour of the 20th Century, including artifacts, films, books, uniforms and weapons of several wars. The museum does not glorify war, but shows the best attributes of men and women caught up in war. In doing so, we respectfully honor the service of America's veterans, and the men and women from the area who served in the military.
Illinois Route 66 Hall of Fame and Museum
See the finest memorabilia associated with the history of the Mother Road in Illinois. Among the artifacts, you'll find the bus and van of Route 66 icon, Bob Waldmire—a true legend of the Mother Road. During your visit, you'll likely spot Bob's brother, Buz Waldmire, sharing stories of his late brother's famous travels up and down Route 66. Be sure to step around back for a great photo op in front of the World's Largest Route 66 shield and other great murals. Admission is free.
The Polk-a-Dot Drive In was founded over 50 years ago has become one of the most memorable attractions along Illinois Route 66. Stop in and see the collection of memorabilia and enjoy a great meal.
The Gemini Giant is a landmark statue on U.S. Route 66. The 30 foot tall statue is named after the Gemini space program and holds a silver "rocket ship" in his hands, while sporting an astronaut's space helmet that looks more like a welding mask.
Pontiac-Oakland Automobile Museum & Resource Center
The history of the Oakland and Pontiac car brands as seen through 15 classic cars, dealer artifacts, a complete print library and memorabilia. Free admission-open year round.
These murals bring back the memories of the heyday of Route 66 in Pontiac, Illinois.
Three bridges which cross the Vermillion River. Built as early as 1898 and one of the most popular attractions in Pontiac. Bridge 1 connects Riverview Drive and Play Park. It was built in July 1898 by Joliet Bridge Company with an iron structure, 190 feet long and 4 feet wide and supported by cables swung from masonry piers. The current bridge is a wooden structure. Bridge 2 connects the Play Park and Chautauqua Park - Eden M. Johnson Memorial circa 1926. Bridge 3 connects the south side and Riverside-Humiston Park. It was built in connection with the adjoining park, circa 1978: Illinois Contractors, Inc.
Pontiac's historic connections to Abraham Lincoln date back to Lincoln's early days as a young lawyer traveling the 8th Judicial District. Lincoln visited Pontiac many times, represented a number of local citizens in legal actions, and made connections here that helped him to rise to prominence in state and national politics. Nine outdoor story boards help tell the stories associated with Lincoln's many visits to Pontiac. Pick up a map at the Visitor Center.
Route 66 Association of Illinois Hall of Fame and Museum
See the finest collection of memorabilia from the historic Mother Road in Illinois. The free-admission Hall of Fame features nostalgic photos and displays, plus attractions that include Route 66 artist and icon Bob Waldmire's bus and van, and the world's largest Route 66 shield.
Route 66 Heritage Wayside Exhibits
Five wayside story boards that highlight the history of Route 66 in Pontiac. Pick up a map at the Route 66 Museum.
A 20th century Kankakee streetcar was moved to Gardner in 1932 to serve as a diner. In 1937, the streetcar became a cottage and playhouse. It was moved behind the Riviera in 1955 and is still there today. It was restored ty the Route 66 Association of Illinois and inducted into the Route 66 Hall of Fame in 2001.
The historic Two-Cell Jail was built in 1906. It has been restored by the community and holds a strong presence near Gardner's downtown area. Visitors are now encouraged to "go behind bars" and have their own photo taken.
Be sure to stop by and pick up local Pontiac and tourist information for area attractions, dining, coupons and shopping. Located inside the Route 66 Hall of Fame and Museum building.
Situated along the historical old route 66, this small town restaurant is authentic and rich with history. Opened in 1926 by Joe & Victor Seloti it still contains the knotty pine walls that were crafted from cedar telephone poles. Stop by to enjoy classic home cooking and take a step back in time.
International Walldog Mural and Sign Art Exhibit
Exhibit featuring the history of outdoor sign and mural art. Videos, drawings, and artifacts tell the story of advertising art. Art work for sale. The International Walldog Mural & Sign Art Exhibit is dedicated to the preservation and appreciation of the outdoor wall advertising signs painted in the days before electronic mass media. The painters who created those early signs called themselves "Walldogs." The displays which are found at the museum tell the history of the early sign painters who created their art on the sides of brick buildings, barns, and other structures. Examples of those early signs can still be seen throughout the Midwest and, though faded, peeling, and sometimes barely readable, these "ghost signs" remain an important part of our collective cultural and commercial history.
Standard Filling Station in Odell
Although Odell's Standard Oil Gas Station no longer sells gasoline, it has become a welcome center for the Village of Odell. Owned by the Village of Odell, the station is open daily 11:00am to 3:00pm for tours and as a visitor center.
Ambler's Texaco Station in Dwight
This circa 1940s Texaco station was once a thriving service station but now serves as a Route 66 welcome center. The station is listed on the National Register of Historice Places and has been awarded fundng through the Route 66 Corridor Preservation Program to be restored to look like it did in the 1940s.
Located on the square in downtown Ponitac, the courthouse was built in 1875 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Abraham Lincoln tried some of his earlier cases here.
Long associated with the rich and famous, Weber House sits in an English garden of meandering paths, hollyhocks and old oaks. Inside cozy candlelit rooms reflect the 18th century.
Catherine V. Yost Museum and Art Center
The Yost house was built in 1898 by Z.F. Yost. The museum portrays the life of an upper-middle class family during the late 1800s and early 1900s.
Streatorland Historical Society Museum
Displays include 19th-century clothing, music room, local artifacts, and many photographs depicting Streatorland history.
M.J. Hogan Grain Elevator and Visitor Center
The earliest remaining elevator along the canal that was fully operational during the canal's heyday. Built in 1862, the grain elevator allowed farmers to unload their grain locally instead of hauling it to the market by wagon.
Historical Society Museum/Alton Railroad Depot
The restored railroad depot, designed by Henry Ives Cobb, is now the home of the Dwight Historical Society and is still an operating Amtrak train station.
Built in the 1850's, this home welcomed Abraham Lincoln in 1860. Among the many connections Pontiac has to Abraham Lincoln, one of the most interesting revolves around Lincoln's friendship with local attorney, Jason W. Strevell. Strevell was born in New York and migrated to Illinois in 1855. He was admitted to the Illinois bar that same year, and began his practice in Pontiac. He was involved in his legal practice here for twenty-four years. He served in the Illinois House of Representatives, and also had one term as a Senator. The house is currently being restored by the Livingston County Historical Society.


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Gambler Cane Toad 4"
The Gambler Cane toad has been responsible for putting money in a lot of tournament anglers pockets. The Gambler Cane toad offers a very unique swimming action. The wide body along with the front facing ribs and booted legs give this bait a different sound than all other soft plastic frogs on the market today. Tie on a Gambler cane toad and see why this frog has become the go to soft plastic frog bait of pro anglers and weekend anglers alike.
Chris Lane used the Gambler Cane Toad rigged on his Gambler Double Trouble Toad Hook to take the win at the 2010 Bassmaster Open at Lake Okeechobee in Florida.
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Customer Reviews
Comments: Works well for flipping. Lots of flapping action from the legs but the legs, they're too soft & tear-off way TO quickly. Basically it's a one fish bait like the senko.
From: Daniel: Dallas, TX 9/11/16
Comments: Got the Lane Toad color puts out a lot of flash. I fish these when its windy and horny toads when its calm.
From: Donk
Comments: WOW... I fish heavly pressered lake and this is the only frog, no, the only topwater they will hit. i love it i hooked a huge fish from the fell and pull and glimpes of him i got ill bet he was over 6 probably closer to 8, anyways get some and good luck.
From: DjRungnastay: San Jose, Ca
Comments: Hands down, the best buzzin frog on the market! They make so much commotion on the surface, I think that is the key on why these are so great. I pair mine up the the Chris lane double trouble toad hook or I've also fished them with a 5/0 ewg. I've caught 27+lbs on this bait in a single day. They work!
From: Brad: Lakeland,fl
Comments: This frog has no compition by far the best...ghost shad an pepper grass are my fav colors key lime was awesome but the stop making that color...I fished a gambler tornament couple years ago an this was the only bait I had in the boat an placed 8th of 81
From: Curtis: Niles, OH
Comments: Want to put more fish in the boat with a buzz frog.....Use the Gambler Cane Toad. Because of it' size (thin) the hook up rate is much better than most others.....Trust me! Great lure.
From: Dick: Sterling, IL
Comments: Awesome frog! Great swimming action and smell on these things.
From: Nic: Birmingham, AL
Comments: great frog fished it over some vegetation mats and boom got me a solid fish will be buying more in the pepper grass color
From: Robbie: FL
Comments: great toad that really works in the grass. i recomend it in a pepper grass colour
Comments:I got the pepper grass color because its natural... When you get this bait, the smell of the garlic will overwhelm you! That smell won't come off this bait! Its a great frog..I recommend using a 5/0 Zoom Horny Toad hook or 4/0 if you can...anyways this is a great frog and you'll be happy when you get em!
From:Buzand: Castaic Lake, CA