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Ever since dry herb vaporizers have become popular, it's almost as if a new portable vaporizer is available for purchase every single week. While it is quite exciting to have more options to choose from, selecting the right portable vaporizer for your vaping lifestyle can become a daunting task since there's so much to choose from.
This is exactly why we at VaporizerStar.com developed this list. Our goal is to help you choose the top vaporizers of 2017 by providing you with updated and meaningful information on each product. Since there are many vaporizers, we organized them by different categories, such as how user-friendly it is, how strong, how portable, and overall quality based on taste, temperature, smoothness, and thickness. At VaporizerStar.com we have tried countless vaporizers, vape pens and, vape mods and only the top rated vaporizers are listed in our various categories below.
Best Portable Vaporizers For Dry Herb
|Best Vaporizers Overall
|Davinci IQ
|Most Compact Vaporizer
|Firefly 2
|Best Vape Quality
|Pax 3
|Top Portable Vaporizer
|Haze Dual Bowl V3
|Best Dry Herb Vaporizer and Wax (2-in-1)
Best Weed Vaporizer
Best Vaporizers Overall
The Might vaporizer was selected for its battery life and number of sessions that you can get from a fully charged battery. It is made by the same company that makes the Crafty, a smaller version. Although it doesn't qualify as one of the best portable vaporizers of its size it definitely has a battery life longer than all other vaporizers in the market today. It takes only 90 minutes to charge a battery fully and after that, you can use the vaporizer for a full day. On average you will be able to get between 6 and 8 sessions.
Its design isn't bad either – it has an LED to show you heat levels and buttons on both sides that you can use to regulate temperatures, which range between 105F and 410F. The Mighty is definitely not a portable vaporizer, but its size and sturdy build make it perfect for a group vape – just keep passing it around until everyone has had their fill. This vaporizer is not for those who like to vape on the go.
I love the Mighty not just because it has such a great battery life but also because of how easy it is to use. It gives dense, flavorful vapor and it is quite a durable piece. It is also reliable – you can expect it to give you the same flavor every time.
If you are a fan of portable vaporizers then this is not the one for you as it will not fit in your pocket – you will have to carry it around in a bag or a purse. It is also heavier than other vaporizers in this category and therefore not very discreet. The other con is that the Mighty can only be charged via a wall outlet. Many people prefer vaporizers that can be charged via a USB port because it allows them to charge from anywhere.
The Crafty, brought to you by Storz and Bickel, is an easy to use vaporizer that heats via both conduction and convection. It has become a favorite of many and it has often been compared to the Pax 3 or the Grasshopper. It is easy to use because it has only one button and setting can be changed via an app. You get 2 temps – there is a default and boost which ranges from 104F to 410F which can be adjusted using the app. The vaporizer uses conduction immediately you switch it on to preheat the bowl and then after that convection takes over to vaporize herb.
The thing I like most about the Crafty is how small it is – it fits perfectly in my palm, keeping it completely concealed. I can slip it into my jeans and jacket pockets and even when I have it in a hoodie pocket no one can tell that it is there. It allows for complete discretion and I can take it with me anywhere.
That said, I must warn you that if you are frequently away from a power source this is one vaporizer that you will not like – its battery life is far from good. You can charge it on a power outlet or you can charge it using a USB slot, but do not expect the battery to last very long. One good thing however is that it allows for pass through charging which means that you can charge it while using it so long as the battery is 20% or higher.
What I like about the Crafty
As I have already mentioned this vaporizer is incredibly small and I really like it for that. You will also be happy to know that it is very easy to use, making it the perfect piece for beginners – packing it is a breeze, and once you are done switch it on and it will be ready with vapor in no time at all. The draws are also smooth, and you there are no ghost puffs or baby puffs. You also don't have to fill the bowl for a good session. The wide temp settings allow you to choose whatever feels best for you.
The main con is the one I have already talked about – the battery life. There are some redeeming features to this however. The first is that since it can be charged via USB you can charge it through your laptop or computer. The other is that you can buy an Anker battery that lasts about 2 or 3 times longer than the battery that comes with the unit. I definitely recommend this if you don't want to get frustrated with your unit.
Most Compact Vaporizer
Davinci IQ
As the name suggests, the Davinci IQ is a portable vaporizer brought to you by Davinci, the manufacture of several other brands of vaporizers. It is made for dry herbs and retails for about $274.99. To start with, I must say that hands down I have found this to be the vaporizer that gives me the best flavor among all my other best portable dry herb vaporizers.
The higher the temperature the better the taste (so long as you don't burn your herb) and the taste will last throughout your session. The density is also very thick and those who like this kind of thing will love this vaporizer. If you want to know just how good this unit is consider this – it comes with a 10 year warranty. In addition to that you get a replaceable battery, ceramic zirconia mouthpiece and great software.
Many people today are looking for vaping units that allow them to enjoy their herb discreetly and this is one such – the Davinci IQ fits very comfortably into your pocket and in fact can be completely hidden in your palm, unlike brands like the PAX 3 which can be folded into the palm but still stick out a bit.
The temperature settings range from 250F to 430F, more than enough to give your weed a nice, even burn. In addition to that the Davinci IQ boasts a feature called Smart Paths that gives you a range of 4 different temperature controls. They all run from 350F to 430F with each path having an increment of 20F. I like to set mine to default Smart Path 1 which heats the IQ to 350F (takes 45 seconds) and continues to rise until 370F where it stays unless I choose another Smart Path.
I have tried the rest of the Smart Paths but I must say that for me 1 remains the best – at this high temp I am able to get the thickest and most flavorful vapor and I must mention that unlike other conduction vaporizers where the flavor of the vapor drops as you get into the session this one stays strong all the way up to the end.
What are the cons of the Davinci IQ Vaporizer?
There are certain things that I don't like about the Davinci IQ. One is the draw resistance – you have to give it a good chug if you want to enjoy the full effects. The other thing I thing Davinci could improve is the battery life. A dead one will take about 4 hours to charge, quite a long time compared to many others in the market. The only way to be safe is to buy one or two more and make sure that they are always charged just in case you run out of juice. I found a way around the long charge time. I bought the Nitecore i2 for about $12 and with this I am able to get a full battery in about 2.5 hours, and I can also charge a couple of batteries at once. A fully charged unit will take you for between 50 and 80 minutes.
Although the app comes with a device you don't really need it to enjoy a vaping session. Everything that you need – choose Smart Paths, operate the LED's and more – you can still do directly on the device, but you need the app if you want to customize your Smart Paths. That said, it is a pretty decent app and you can use it to do a lot of cool things with your unit, including sharing your Paths with your vaping buddies. The app is also quite solid – I have never had a problem connecting to it.
In all, Davinci IQ Vaporizer will deliver value and is one of the best dry herb vaporizer.
Best Vape Quality
Firefly 2
The Firefly 2, brought to you by Firefly Vapor, has been named one of the best vaporizers in the market, but when it comes to vapor quality it is simply unbeatable. This distinction is based on that taste of the vapor, its density and also what it tastes like at different temperatures.
Has 5 different heat settings and can be used for both herbs and concentrates. It is a great unit for those looking to vape on the go as it preheats in less than 10 seconds, and people love it because it requires very little maintenance, the manufacturer has included 2 rechargeable batteries to make sure that you never run out of juice.
Comes with an app that helps get settings just right. There is a variety of temperatures that you can choose from but many people say that they got the best tasting vapor at higher temps – it is smooth, potent and there are no baby or ghost puffs. It burns herb uniformly and all that is left is a uniformly golden brown residue. If you like to have your vaporizer with you wherever you go you will be happy to know that the Firefly 2 is highly portable. It can be used by 2 people – it has a big enough chamber – and the batteries will recharge fully in just 45 minutes.
I love the fact that after you charge the battery you can get 4-6 bowls out of this unit, all of which will have the perfect vapor quality.
The only thing I don't like about the Firefly 2 is that it isn't very easy to use at first. That said once you get used to it it is a breeze.
Best Portable Vaporizer
The new PAX 3 comes to us with several upgrades from the PAX 2 – while the inside mechanisms remain much the same it has an added 3 grams in weight as well as an additional chamber to burn concentrates. The battery has also changed – while the PAX 2 had a 3000aAh battery, the newer version has a 3500aMh. The preheating time is also shorter – you can get it ready with vapor in between 15 and 20 seconds. Once it is ready for you it gives you haptic feedback, which is to say that it vibrates. It is operated through an app that allows you to change temperatures, heating profiles, color themes, LED's and you can even lock your device if you think someone else is sneaking puffs.
The outer casing in the new PAX 3 is now made of brushed aluminum and although it is much shinier looking a common criticism has been that it is now a lot easier to get scratches on it – some people feel that the manufacturer should have retained the outer casing of the PAX 3.
The new concentrates insert is a nice feature to have and it works pretty well, burning through concentrate to give a nice, flavorful vapor, but it is not nearly as good as the Dab Rig or the e-nail because the temperatures don't go nearly as high.
The battery is pretty good – I get on average about 100 minutes each time a charge the battery, which, coincidentally, takes about just as long to charge.
As for portability, the PAX 3 is very highly portable when you take into account the battery life, size, weight, discreetness as well as how easy it is to use. It comes with a Half Pack lid which makes it just perfect for single person use. The concentrates insert is also a nice touch for those who want some variety.
I highly recommend the PAX 3 for anyone who doesn't already own the PAX 2. Upon the release of the PAX 3 the manufacturer dropped the price of the PAX 2 to $199 from $279 so this still remains a good option for many people. If you choose to go this way keep in mind that you cannot use this old PAX for concentrates, has a slower pre-heat time, doesn't use an app and is bigger and therefore less portable. To fix all these things may require that you buy accessories, money which you can use towards the PAX 3.
If you own a PAX 2 and are thinking of upgrading you should wait and see what else the manufacturer will do with the PAX 3 – it is quite likely that they will improve the concentrates insert and they may also add some other features.
Best Dry Herb Vaporizer and Wax (2-in-1)
Haze V3 Dual Bowl
The Haze V3 dual bowl vaporizer was selected based on the fact that it vapes all materials: herb, concentrate and e-liquids very well. As far as vaporizers go, this one was the first to hit the market with 2 bowls. Whatever your preference you can be sure that you will get thick, great tasting vapor. The temperature is carefully controlled through a patented heat exchange mechanism. The two bowls make cleaning a bit of a challenge but that is okay when you consider the benefits of this vaping unit.
You get 4 different heat selections but I prefer the first 3 for herbs and the 4th only for concentrates. Of course I'm not saying that this is the best setting for everybody – best try out for yourself and decide which temp settings are best.
The fact that this vaporizer is able to so perfectly vape herb, wax and e-liquids is obviously the first pro. As someone who wants to enjoy the full vaping experience, you will definitely not go wrong with the HAZE V3. The other thing I like about the Haze V3 is the fact that it comes with a lot of accessories – 2 conduction screens, 2 convection screens, 2 e-liquid pads and 2 all-purpose cans. You can use the cans to mix all 3 materials and vape them in the first of the dual bowls.
The great thing about this unit is that the manufacturer continues to improve it based on customer feedback. There are new features added all the time, and although some of them are small they can have a significant impact of user satisfaction.
It is also quite easy to use and you can see your heat levels through an LED display. You get a 10 year warranty on your Haze V3.
Now that we know the pros it is only fair to look into the cons. For me, there is only one drawback – the fact that once you switch it off you cannot take a draw. I have found a way around this though – instead of switching off I simply pull out the battery and I can continue to puff away while your vaporizer is hot.
Best Dry Herb Vape Pen
Apart from being the best dry herb vape pen, the Grasshopper vaporizer can easily qualify as one of the smallest and most portable vaporizers available today. It uses pure convection to burn herb and it heats up pretty fast – it will be ready to go in less than 10 seconds. In case you are wondering, it looks very much like one of those bigger pens, somewhat like a stylus.
Because it heats up so fast it is a great vaping unit for people who want to vape on the go. It is also sturdy enough to use with bongs or bubblers. Unfortunately, because of its size it is only best for use by one or two people so if you want a bigger party you will have to find another vaping unit.
The Grasshopper vaporizer is available in steel, titanium and colored titanium. The titanium version is lighter by about 10 grams, making it even more portable. It also doesn't scratch so if you want a vaping unit that will keep its looks then this one is perfect for you. All Grasshopper units get a lifetime warranty, which tells you that the manufacturer has gone out of their way to create a unit that lasts.
I love my grasshopper vaporizer for several reasons. The first is the size – I can wear it in my shirt pocket like a pen and no one will be any wiser. Also, it heats up fast and the vapor quality is great.
The only problem with this unit is that you may not get one when you order it because of production issues. The other problem is that prolonged use causes it to heat up. That said, the Grasshopper is a vaporizer that is definitely worth waiting for.
Best Vaporizer For Use At Home
Arizer Air
The inexpensive portable vaporizer manufactured by the Arizer Company easily fits into the pocket even though it needs a deeper one. However, the unit is not very portable especially when it is connected with the glass mouthpiece, which has to be tagged along. The Air comes with a variety of accessories and options to use with the glass at home. The air vape features an amazing heating combination with 5 pre-set temperature settings ranging from 356F-410F. The system uses a replaceable 18650 internal rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Save for the glass stem, the Air is durable and absolutely reliable. So if you are looking for a good portable vaporizer, then Arizer is the right one for you and will not dent your pockets.
Best Dry Herb Vaporizers Under $150
There are several options available for portable vaporizers under $150. In fact, the following are some top products at cost-affordable rates. These items also continue to receive stellar industry ratings and user reviews across the board.
Boundless CF Vape
The Boundless CF is a great option for customers in the below $150 range. This convenient unit has the same heating time as the CFX vape. However, there is no LED display and only 5 pre-set temperatures with the CF model. This product is incredible easy to use, and is lightweight and mobile. It also works well with multiple load sizes, as well as grinding types.
The CF feels almost like the Crafty vape unit. It is also features an extended battery, which can easily be charged via USB. The product also has a two year manufacturer's warranty, and is simply a great vaporizer for new and existing users.
Flowermate Vape
Next on the list is the popular Flowermate vape series. This unit is considered one of the best budget vapes on the market today. In fact, you can pick up this brand at around $100. While there are other units that offer better vapor quality and batteries – this unit is still reliable and designed to meet all your needs.
Within this Flowermate series is the V5s unit. This product is priced around $80.00 and is perfect for vapers on strict budgets. I especially recommend this model for first-time customers that want to save money on quality vaporizers.
There is also the V5s Pro Mini unit, which features a bright LED display and full temperature range. With visible and easy to use buttons, this vape features optimal control but does tend to lose battery life quicker. While it is smaller than the standard V5s, it does cost a bit more than other units within this series as well.
You can also find a number of other vapes in this price range. However, I strongly recommend the items listed above for first time or existing vapers. Again, these products offer quality vapors at cost-effective prices. They also continue to receive great reviews online and at leading vaping supply stores.
Best Vaporizer For Dry Herb Below $200
So are you looking for good portable vaporizer without having to spend a fortune? Well, we rounded a few recommendations for you of the best below $200 vaporizers.
V2 Pro Series 7
For its vapor production, portable size, and ease of use, the V2 Pro Series 7 has earned the number one spot on the list of our portable vapes, as well as for its versatility. This vaporizer allows for multiple vaping: dry herbs, oils, and/or wax concentrates.
The Series 7 is very small which makes it super easy to carry around. However small it may be, the Series 7 delivers a powerful vaping experience that is totally supported by a 2.4 ml tank, with an 1800 mah battery. With such a foundation, you can be sure to get many hours of nonstop vaping.
The Series 7 was built to be firm, strong, and highly durable, which it is. Nevertheless, when you hold it in your hand, you immediately feel the smoothness of the material it was build with. The "on" button is easily located without hassles and the mouthpiece is clear and direct, and designed to the perfect size for vaping.
While the Series 7 is more expensive than The Matrix, rest assured that the price change makes up for the amazing features on the Series 7. If you are looking for an all-in-one vaporizer that allows you to be versatile while still delivering quality performance, the Series 7 is the one. This vaporizer is made as your vape-match in heaven on Earth.
Boundless CFX Vaporizer
The Boundless CFX is a powerful spectrum with features and performance of high end brands going for only a fraction of the price. Fitted with a beautiful OLED display, the vaporizer delivers hits up to 400F in less than 25 seconds, which is extremely fast for a portable vaporizer. The unit also comes with two powerful 2500mAh batteries that are rechargeable. The heat of these two batteries has allowed the CFX to rank with the likes of G Pen Elite, the only other vaporizer that has the ability to heat that fast.
CFX vs. Mighty
If you are looking for absolutely the best vaporizer, then you need to go for the Mighty for faster heat up in as little as 20 seconds, reduced draw resistance, proven durability track, and superior vapor quality. However, in the same way the Mighty is superior in several features, it also costs a whopping $339. So if you feel that the Mighty is better than the CFX and worth breaking a bank for, then surely go for it. The Mighty is exceptional in the whole vaping categories. However, save for the many features that the Mighty has over the Boundless, I feel that the Boundless still works perfectly and a whole $170 less. Besides the category is very popular with vapers and seems like they are keen on pushing out the expensive vaporizers and settle for the less costly ones.
Vaporizer Categories Explained:
Best Vaporizers Overall – This section focuses on the best portable vaporizers based on easiness of use, consistent quality, maintenance and cleaning, and the durability of the product. When it comes to top vaporizers, in this section you will find the best of the best, and any vaporizer you select here will be a great overall choice. These portable vapes are a great fit for those who are new to vaping as well as those who are experienced vapers.
Best Vape Quality – I've heard many people talk about "vapor quality" and they seldom define it. Vapor quality can mean different things to different people but overall when speaking of vapor quality, I am referring to the very best in taste, temperature, density, and production of the vapor. The vapes listed in this section have proven to produce the vapor of the highest quality. These products are a great choice for beginners as they'll be well pleased with their vaping experience, and experienced vaporizers will be pleasantly surprised, wondering how they could have gone so long without this vape.
Best Portable Vaporizer – This section features the vapes that are most portable, meaning they provide absolute discretion and portability to those who want to have a product that is easy to carry around without having to settle on certain features such as the life of the battery or the quality of the vapor. These vapes are usually small, easy to fit into your pocket, and ready to be used at any moment, fast and simple. These vapes are great for those who consider themselves homebodies; however, if you're an outdoor type of person, you will enjoy the ease of these vaporizers. Their size, efficiency, and productivity makes them excellent for all day activities.
Best Dry Herb Vaporizer Pen – In the beginning, there was only one product available but I'm glad to report that there is more than one choice now. The vapes in this section are designed and manufactured to have the appearance of an actual pen. And when it's in your hand, you do feel like you're holding a pen. These vape pens are very easy to hide, they fit in the smallest areas. Despite their small size, they have excellent productivity and heat up really fast. Another great thing I love about them, is that they are able to vaporizer your all of your herbs with no combustion.
Best Vaporizer For Dry Herbs, Wax, and Oil (3-in-1) – This section is reserved for vaporizers that allow you to vape all three vaping products: e-liquids, waxes, and dry herbs. These vapes are portable, efficient, and durable.
Best Battery Life – This section is self-explanatory. Here I list the best portable vape that has been proven to have the best lasting battery life when it is completely charged.
Best Cheap Portable Vaporizer – This section is list the best vaporizers that are cheap. To be clear, cheap does not mean these products are bad. The vapes listed here will give you great quality at a reasonable price.
Best Portable Vaporizers Under $200 – In simple terms, this is where I list the vaporizers that are of great quality and efficiency and cost less than $200.
Now let's be clear. Selecting the best vaporizer is not easy because no two vaporizers are exactly the same, unless they are the same brand and model. Also, one person's idea of the best vaporizer may be someone else idea of a low-quality vaporizer. Therefore, it's important to clarify what makes a great vaporizer to your and your vaping lifestyle? And only you can answer this question. But here are some guidelines:
What's your preference: dry herb, concentrates, or both?
How often do you vape?
How do you like your vape clouds and flavor: thick, sleek, strong, or faint?
Do you like simple do it yourself vaporizers?
Or do you prefer advanced features like temperature control?
What's your budget?
What's Your Vaping Budget?
As someone who is thinking about starting to vape you may probably be thinking that it is way beyond your budget – many vaporizers go for more than $100 and the best ones often go for $200 and even more than $300. The good news is that if you shop carefully you will find that there are excellent vaporizers that go for between $50 and $100. We have reviewed some of the best ones here for you to compare and see which one suits you best.
It is important to mention that for those who want to vape a combination of dry herbs, waxes and e-liquids you have plenty of options especially when it comes to vaporizer pens (check our best vaporizer pens). Some of them are excellent for working with dry herb but if you want to vape herb only you will do better looking into some of the best portable vaporizers – there are several that fall within this price range that are excellent for just that.
You may find this category a bit tricky because while there are several good vaporizers that retail in this range, the best vaporizers are a bit more expensive, selling for between $200 and $250. It is worth your while to wait until you can raise the extra $50 – it will make a big difference in your vaping experience. If you cannot, however, we have some good portable vaporizers that sell for between $100 and $200 on our Best Portable Vaporizers page and we particularly recommend the 3-in-1 vaporizer V2 Pro Series 7 Vaporizer which sells for $129 or MigVapor Matrix Vaporizer for $139.95.
If you can come up with this kind of cash for a vaporizer you are lucky because you have lots of options in this range. We have compiled reviews of the Top 10 Portable Vaporizers which covers some of our best vaporizers ever except the Herbilizer and Volcano which retail for more. These reviews look into all aspects of all vaporizers including portability, taste of the vapor, battery life, appearance, quality and so on.
The one that you choose will be determined by the kind of vaping experience that you are looking for. If, for instance, you prefer a portable vapour that you can keep out of sight we can recommend a couple of options in the $200 to $300 category – compare the Pax 3 Vaporizer ($274.99), DaVinci IQ ($274.99). While the Pax 3 is smaller and easier to keep out of sight, both vaporizers are excellent at burning her, easy to use and most who have tried them describe them as fun.
If, however, you are looking to do most of your vaping at home there are excellent desktop vaporizers that fall in this price range that you can find on our Desktop Options page. Each one has unique features but one thing that they seem to have in quality is the taste of vapour – they burn herb and concentrate quite evenly into smooth vapour, but what will help you choose between them is things like ease of use, battery life and so on.
If you have this kind of money to splurge there is one vaporizer that comes highly recommended – the Volcano. This is a premium vaporizer and with good reason – there is hardly another one in the market that can compare. You can buy the Volcano Desktop Vaporizer for $480, the Digital Volcano for $580 but if you want to take it a step further, why not indulge in the Herbalizer which sells for $599? Sure, this might look like a hefty price tag, but if you have more than $300 to spend on a vaporizer, why not spend it on the absolute best? Based on reviews, this vaping unit seems to be a winner with everyone who has tried it, and they all swear that it is worth every dime that they spent on it.
If, however, you are confined to the $300, you should buy the second edition of the Firefly 2 vaporizer for $329.95. While it doesn't reach the perfection of the Volcano, it is excellent value for money for a smaller, portable vaporizer.
How will you be getting your THC hit?
In the past, we were limited to herb as a method of THC. Today, however, evolving technology in vaporizers allows you to get your medical marijuana in different forms – you can take it as herb, wax concentrate or oil concentrate. In fact, herb vaporizers are not large and bulky any more – they are now available in portable sizes that you can safely hide in the pockets of your pants or jacket for around $200. Because of all the changes it is important that you think about the kind of medical marijuana you will be using before you buy a vaporizer.
Wax Concentrate
If this is your medical marijuana of choice you will be happy to know that you have plenty of options and they are mostly affordable. There are quality wax vaping units that are cheaper than herb vaping devices. You can see them all on our Top Wax Vaporizer Pens page. They have 2 main advantages – they cost less than herb vaporizers (both portable and desktop) and they are also a lot more portable because they are smaller and can fit into small spaces. We do, however, have one wax vape pen that we highly recommend: the V2 Pro Series 7 vaporizer. It retails for the very affordable price of $129 and based on numerous reviews, you can see that it has lots of loyal fans all who say that it burns wax in a way that produces great tasting, smooth vapour.
Oil Concentrate
Most people think of e-cigarettes and nicotine when they think of this category, but advancements have allowed vape pens are now being used to vape marijuana oil concentrate. People who use medical marijuana can now use vape pens to burn oil concentrates for the same kind of smooth vapour that you would get burning herb or wax. You only need to replace the nicotine-laced oil with THC-laced oil and you are good to go. Many people choose to go this way because it offers them discretion – these pens are very small and discreet and you can take your medicine around with you wherever you go without anyone else knowing about it. If you are an out-and-about kind of person you should look at our Best Vape Pens page and choose a vape pen that meets your needs.
Dry Herb
Most vapers still prefer to take in their hit through dry herb for 2 reasons – it is an easy and uncomplicated way to vape, and it costs less to vape this way because you don't have to pay someone to convert herb into oil or wax. There is another reason – most people who have used herb, wax and oil will tell you that you get the best taste from burning herb straight without having it turned into another form of THC. As you can imagine, there is a wide range of vaporizers that you can choose from if you want to vape herb, and whichever one you choose will be based on how much you are willing to spend. We already covered this in the Top Portable Vaporizers section, but you can take another look at the list and see if there is any vaporizer that you think would work for you. As you choose take into account the unique features of each – it can make a big difference in how much you enjoy your vaping sessions. While some vaporizers are easy to use others take a bit of practice and there are even some that use apps,
allowing you to control them through your phone.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vaporizers
What is a vaporizer?
Portable vaporizers (aka vapes) are handheld devices with small ovens (aka chambers) that are used to heat a substance (dry herb or concentrates) to a boiling temperature, releasing active cannabinoids in the form of vapor. The vapor can be inhaled to enjoy the full benefits of any medicinal herb or extract. A vaporizer will not burn your herb, thus not releasing combustion related concierges.
Vaporizers use the small "oven" to heat the herb and then pull the potent vapor through the mouthpiece. Most portables are powered by an internal, rechargeable battery.
How does it work?
Vaporizers have several components. Each has a chamber to hold the wax, herb or oil, and the chamber is connected to an element that is powered through battery. Once turned on the battery heats the element, the heat is transferred to the chamber where it burns the marijuana and turns it into vapour that you can inhale. It is important to note that vaporizers do not produce smoke – they are used to produce vapour because it is a much safer option of ingesting marijuana than smoking it. One who inhales vapor in this way can be called a vaper, while the act itself is called vaping.
Are vaporizers legal?
They are in most countries so long as they are used to vaporize the right materials including tobacco and a few other chemicals. However, in the United States they are considered illegal because they are drug paraphernalia and marijuana is classified as a drug in most states. You may not get into trouble in states where marijuana is legal. But vendors and users in states where it is not go around this by advertising vaporizers as paraphernalia used with tobacco. You should however keep in mind that it is illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to buy or use vaporizers.
How difficult is it to use a vaping device?
Vaporizers are generally easy to use, but it all depends on the kind of vaporizer that you choose. There are some that are hard to maintain and also require that you fill the chamber often. There are some that have a heating element that heats the rest of the unit making it unsuitable for prolonged use. With most, however, you will get the hang of it within a few vaping sessions.
Which types of vaporizers are available?
There are three main types- Dry Herb, Wax (concentrate, extracts), and E-liquid vaporizers (aka electronic cigarettes).
Dry herb vaporizers are used to vape the raw, dried, ground up medicinal herbs such as cannabis.
Wax Vaporizers are used to vape THC/CBD concentrates and extracts that are becoming increasingly popular in US dispensaries (in legal states).
e-Liquid Vaporizers and eCigs are used to vape e-liquids (with or without nicotine). That is a huge category by itself and contains vape-mods and electronic cigarettes. The important thing to keep in mind is – these are not used to consume THC in any way. They are not compatible with herb and wax. They act more like a "cigarette substitute."
Does a Vaporizer smell like weed after (or while) using it?
That is not a simple yes or no. Yes, it will smell but much less than smoking. While you use the vaporizer and blow vapor in/out, the vapor will have a gentle scent that will dissolve quickly even in a closed environment. Unlike smoke, it will not stick to anything, and will not smell your breath. After usage, it's best to empty and quickly clean the oven to eliminate the smell. Smell-proof cases are also available for many vapes.
What is the difference between vaping weed and smoking it?
The main difference is in the side effects. While there are documented side effects on smoking weed, there are none to date on any negative health effects on vaping it. It may take a while for negative effects to be realized, but until then vaping remains the safest way to consume medical marijuana.
What is vaporizer vs. bong?
The difference is that a bong uses combustion, there by releasing smoke, while a vaporizer releases vapor which is much safer for your health.
Should I be worried about noise?
You shouldn't, because even the cheapest vaporizers are very quiet. Think about the faint hum of a small fan.
What is the optimal vaping temperature?
That depends on the herb that you use. For most types of medical marijuana (dry herb) 350 -420 degrees Fahrenheit will work best. Warmer will produce harsher, more visible vapor. Lower will produce flavorful, mild vapor.
The majority of modern vaporizers have a temperature control option, allowing the user to set the exact temperature. Some even have advanced heating profiles with varying temperature throughout the session.
Should I grind my herb before vaping?
The best way to vaporize your herbs is to grind them into a fine powder – this gives them more surface area to vaporize, giving you more vapour, thicker vapour and your herb will go for longer.
How can I tell when my herb is finished/ completely vaporized?
You will be able to tell by the flavor, the amount of vapor, and many draws you taken. There is no scientific formula, and vaporizers do not tell you when it's time for a new bowl.
Every new bowl starts very potent, aromatic and flavorful, and decreases with use. How much will you take it, is completely up to you.
Can I split an oven to multiple sessions?
I highly recommend against it. When a vaporizer reaches vaping temperature, the herb loses flavor and potency. The problem is that if you reached vaping temp and then you turn it off, it takes some time to cool down (usually a couple of mins). During this time, the herb in the oven is still "cooking." So when you re-activate it, the herb has been hot for a good few minutes and lost much of its potency. So it's best if you use one oven in one session. Keep in mind, if you are a "solo" or "group" vaper, choose a vape with a suitable oven size.
Convection VS Conduction:
Conduct- meaning the heating element is touching the dry herb and heating it via touch.
Convect- meaning that the heat is generated "away" from the herb, and then pulled in with a draw, passing by the herb to warm it along the way.
Convection vaporizers typically provide better flavor.
To sum it all up:
By now, you should have a pretty solid opinion on what you are looking for in a medical marijuana vaporizer, and what are the options available. Feel free to check our in-depth reviews for each of the products on this page. Most contain demo videos with hands-on usage. Click the links and read more info about any vaporizer in the official's store website. I hope that this vaporizer guide brought you a step closer to making the switch and join the magical world of herbal vaporizers.
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Best Vape Pen For E-Liquids
It's no secret that recently vape pens for wax and concentrates have increasingly gained popularity, especially among cannabis users who use medical herbs and waxes. The majority of vape pens owe a major portion of their popularity to technological features that have allowed them to be manufactured efficiently and effectively. Today's vape pens are smaller and carry with them more technological features compared to the way they were designed a many years ago.
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If you've been following us for a while, you know that we've been doing our best to provide you with honest, reliable, and updated information about the best vaping products available on the market. In this section, we're going to discuss the best vape mods and box mods that are available on the market today. This list is provides great information for vape and box mods for people who are new to vaping as well as veteran vapers. Here you'll learn about starter, intermediate, high powered, and all-in-one vape and box mods. As usual, please know that the items listed on our "best" list have been examined and tested by us over a long period of time. While one person's idea of "best" may differ from someone else's, we hope you understand that not all vaporizer products are made the same, neither do they identically fit every vapers lifestyle. Therefore, when reading our review, please take in consideration of the items and features that are most important to you and will be a great fit for your vaping needs.
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From Shakespeare to TV sitcoms, the idea of pretending to be someone you're not never gets old. In the online world, there's a name for it — "catfishing" — and it's common enough to have inspired a movie and a TV show. But creating a false persona isn't the only bait-and-switch game out there. New apps let kids boost, create, or totally fabricate reality, tapping into the pressure kids feel to project a certain public image. Teens are especially vulnerable, since a lot of their social lives play out onlin
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text: Blog 2010 June Lemon Law and Consumer Protection: What About Europe? Previous Post | Next Post Lemon Law and Consumer Protection: What About Europe? Posted By Norman Taylor & Associates || 10-Jun-2010 Have you ever been to one of those parties where everyone feels it necessary to dump on the United States? It's very annoying for sure. If you stay at the party long enough you'll discover we are to blame for everything from global warming to the decline of literacy in the schools. If you listen to these people they'll bend your ear endlessly about how wonderful things are in France, Germany and other European companies. For such people everything we do is hurtful and destructive. I prefer to look at the positive side. Anyone who has had to take advantage of the California Lemon Law or any of the other state's Lemon Law knows it can be a real life saver. Americans take consumer activism seriously. It has a lot to do with fair play. We hate to see corporate abuse. We really hate people taking advantage of our good nature. What do you think? When you pay thirty to fifty thousand dollars for a new car and a year later you realize you've spent more time at the dealer's repair shop than you have vacation days, you're ready for it to stop. In the US we have the tools to deal with our lemon cars and trucks. So what about Europe? There is no Lemon Law, not as we know it. Going around the world from continent to continent it gets worse. It is a fact; no other countries have any kind of comparable consumer protections. You get a car with repeated engine defects, you're stuck with it. Do me a favor party people, look around, there's a tremendous amount of wonderful things happening in this country. Try talking about them at your next party. It won't hurt. It is worth noting the ancient concept of Caveat Emptor (let the buyer beware) that rose in the 1600's no longer exists in the US. We at Norman Taylor & Associates and at Lemon Law firms all across America care about the consumer. Like willful children who misbehave, car manufacturers must be reminded that not only should they make better cars, they should also not insist that we put up with them when we have the misfortune of buying one. I'd be very pleased to hear what you think about this. I'm betting most folks think this is a fine place to live and our consumer protections are part of what makes it special. Categories: Lemon Law Share Post


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I wanted to write a list of my favorite movie characters of 2012. I only included characters that debuted this year, so if they were in a previous movie they didn't make the list.
David from Prometheus
Michael Fassbender's performance as David in Prometheus was arguably the greatest role in that film. As the android butler of the Prometheus spaceship, David serves as a character with a logical view on what is happening to the crew of the spacecraft. I'm not sure if it was Fassbender's performance or the way that character was written that made David so memorable, but he was easily one of the greatest characters this year.
Marty from The Cabin in the Woods
It's easy for the stoner to be the favorite character in a film. They are usually the most fun and have the best lines. Marty from The Cabin in the Woods is no exception. He is the wisest character in the bunch, discussing philosophy and his thoughts of the human race, while also innovating new ways to transport paraphernalia. I'm honestly surprised this movie was such a sleeper considering how much appeal Marty had, at least to the audience in the theater where I saw the film.
Greg Jenko from 21 Jump Street
Channing Tatum won me over as a comedic actor in his role as Greg Jenko in 21 Jump Street. His character of the jock who has to go back to high school only to find that everything is totally different than it was when he was originally there made for some hilarious moments. Watching him bond with a group of science geeks and accidentally get on the bad side of a popular clique was aided by Channing's excited, yet drowsy delivery. The more I watched the film, the more I enjoyed the character. There's also some great deleted footage on the Blu-ray that is as good as the stuff that made it into the movie.
Bane from The Dark Knight Rises
Bane was almost certainly the most fun character to impersonate out of all the characters introduced this year. Tom Hardy's voice work played through the apparatus that Bane wears created such a recognizable and unique sound, it was hard to avoid people doing the voice for a laugh. I also have always appreciated a character who knows a good coat, and Bane's coat is fantastic. Bane's crazy -almost nihilistic- view of giving the power back to the people made him an insane villain. He also did well considering he followed The Joker in the Nolan Batman series.
Raoul Silva from Skyfall
Javier Bardem gave a great performance, skyrocketing this Bond villain to the level of other memorable Bond villains like Goldfinger and Dr. No for me. He played the role so creepy that, if this was Bardem's first role I had seen him in, I would think he was a real weirdo a la Scorpio in Dirty Harry. Raoul Silva is dangerous because he is a genius when it comes to technology. His ability to manipulate computers makes him extremely unpredictable and omnipresent. There's also a certain scene when Silva is locked up and reveals something of himself to M and Bond that is particularly shocking, which makes for a great character.
Calvin Candie from Django Unchained
It seemed like Leonardo DiCaprio had a lot of fun with this role. I suppose alternatively, if he took this role too seriously it could have taken a lot away from this film. Since the people involved in Django Unchained appeared to have fun alongside Leo, Candie really seemed to elevate everyone's performance. He is a fiendish villain. There is a trace of craziness in nearly everything he does on screen. This was the first villainous role I've seen DiCaprio in and he did a wonderful job. He created a lot of tension when interacting with the other characters and delivered more than a few memorable lines. And when his character came on screen, he changed the whole pace of the film. It was a very impressive performance.
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Fall festivals in the San Francisco Bay Area
Fall festivals in the San Francisco Bay Area
Millbrae Art & Wine Festival (40th annual), Millbrae, California
When: Sept. 4-5, 2010; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (always Labor Day weekend)
What: The Bay Area's biggest Labor Day weekend event, huge crowds transform downtown Millbrae into the "Big Easy" with a Mardi Gras-style feast featuring two sun-splashed days of live music with headliners The Cheeseballs, a juried show with 250 professional artists and craftmakers showing their latest handcrafted wares, festive food and drink, premium wines, microbrews and margaritas, artisan specialty food, a microbeer tasting tent, an organic and green product showcase, home and garden exhibits, health and wellness displays, a classic car show, Chinese Dragon Dance and Taiko Drum performances, and tons of fun for kids with the Rising Star Music & Dance Showcase and endless amusements in Playland. Free admission.
Where: Broadway Avenue between Victoria and Meadow Glen, Millbrae
Mountain View Art & Wine Festival (39th annual), Mountain View, California
When: Sept. 11-12, 2010; 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. (always weekend after Labor Day)
What: One of America's top art festivals, huge crowds gather in Silicon Valley's epicenter for this vibrant multicultural celebration featuring 600 professional artists and craftmakers showing exceptional handcrafted wares, live music by big name cover bands, festive food and drink with premium wines, microbrews, mojitos and margaritas, an organic and green products showcase, health and wellness displays, home and garden exhibits, a special ceremony to commemorate the 10th anniversary of 9/11, and action-packed Kids' Park with the Best Buy School of Rock Stage, a special NASA exhibit, entertainment, amusements and hands-on art. Admission is free.
Where: Castro Street between El Camino Real and Evelyn Ave, Mountain View
Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off (37th annual), Half Moon Bay, California
When: Oct. 11, 2010; 7 a.m. - 11 a.m. (always on Columbus Day)
What: The World's Greatest Gourd Growers and their titanic, super-sized orbs gather for the Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off --- in the World Pumpkin Capital of Half Moon Bay, California. A host of accomplished, veteran growers from throughout the west will be contending for the coveted title and a share of about $20,000 in prize money. In a pay-by-the-pound system, the winner will take home $6 per pound for the champion pumpkin. Beauty will share center stage with brawn -- a special $500 prize will be awarded to the "most beautiful pumpkin" as judged by the audience based on color, shape and size. Defending champion Don Young of Des Moines, IA, obliterated the field and set a new west coast record in 2009 with his burly 1,658-pound "Monster from the Midway". The grand champion gourd (along with the top five overall) will be on display at the Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival, October 16-17, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Main Street.
Where: IDES Grounds, 735 Main Street, Main St, Half Moon Bay CA
Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (40th annual), Half Moon Bay, California
When: Oct. 16-17, 2010; 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (always weekend after Columbus Day)
What: The World Pumpkin Capital celebrates its bountiful fall harvest and autumn splendor with a spectacular lineup paying homage to The Great Gourd including a special display of gigantically enormous champion pumpkins, three stages of smashing entertainment, live music, the Great Pumpkin Parade, a bone-chilling Haunted House, harvest-inspired crafts, homestyle foods, expert pumpkin carvers, photos with the grand champion gourd, pie-eating and costume contests, The Golden Gourds Youth Talent Show, The Take 5 Lounge with giant screen TV, the "ONE" Organic and Natural food tasting extravaganza, festival-label wine and Mavericks Pumpkin Harvest Ale. Admission is free.
Where: Main Street, between Miramontes and Spruce St, Half Moon Bay CA
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Chainsaw carvings from Australia
Posted By admin on January 16, 2010
These chainsaw sculptures are carved by Angela Polglaze from Yarraville, Australia .
In 1997 Angie was to pick up a chainsaw for the first time in her life for the sole purpose of making art.
She has been a full time 'chainsaw chick' ever since, with over 50 public art projects to her credit in the USA, the UK, Canada, Germany, and Australia.
She was the inspiration behind the first female only Chainsaw Carving Competition held in WA, USA in 2003, where her image was depicted on the medal.
In 2007 Angie was a founding member of the international female carving team the 'Chainsaw Chix'.
Angela Polglaze was the winner of the 2004 Australian National Chainsaw Carving Championships having taken second in 1999 and again in 2003.
She won a 3rd place at the hugely competitive 'Power Carving' competition held in Reedsport Oregon USA.
In 2006 she was the first woman to take 1st in Scotland, and the first woman to place 1st at a Masters of the Chainsaw event in the USA.
She has been a very productive during these years, more of here sculptures can be seen on here website: www.angela-polglaze.com
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I've seen one of her sculptures in person. she is a great artist. to think that she puts such fine detail into those cuts is just unbelievable – with a chain saw.
I purchased one of Angela's sculptors 7 years ago…I have never regretted the purchase. I keep it in a spot where I can see it every day. Angela is an incredibly fantastic artist and I am truly amazed how she can produce such wonderful work in such short time frames with such difficult tools – a chainsaw!
Hi, I have a tree that i would like to have a dog carved out of. It is in the front of a vet clinic and as the tree is now dead it need to be cut down, Was hoping to leave the base and have a dog or cat carved in it. tree approx 3 metre circumference.
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(Phys.org) —Astrophysicists recently won the 'solar science lottery' as they were observing the skies just as one of the most energetic and rarest of solar eruptions took place. The international team, which included researchers from Trinity College Dublin, was able to record the rare event from multiple telescopes to build the most detailed picture yet of an 'X-class solar flare'.
From time to time, the Sun bombards the Earth with enormous blobs of solar plasma that are hurled toward us at speeds upward of 1000 kilometres per second. Upon impacting the Earth, the effects of these solar storms may include the polar aurorae (e.g. the northern lights), satellite malfunctions, rerouting of air traffic, and blackouts of radio, GPS, and power grids. Solar storms can be observed as solar flares, with the X-class flare being the most extreme. An X-class flare resulted in a 'geomagnetic storm' that caused a nine-hour blackout in Quebec, Canada, in 1989, while the aurorae were so pronounced that some people even worried that a nuclear strike had been launched.
On 29 March 2014, Dr Paul Higgins (Irish Research Council Research Fellow in Trinity's Astrophysics Research Group in the School of Physics) and an international group of scientists obtained the most detailed observations to date of an X-class solar flare. The huge solar eruption was recorded simultaneously from telescopes on the ground and in space. Dr Higgins is a flare prediction expert and assisted the New Mexico-based team by making an accurate forecast of the event. He also initiated a 'Major Flare Watch' hours beforehand, which put observatories across the globe on high-alert.
Dr Higgins said: "No one really knows what triggers these large flares to occur, partially because very few have been studied in detail. X-class flares occur less than once per month on average, and a year or more can pass without any occurring at all. Also, the core of the flare is limited to a 'tiny' area on the Sun (a few times the size of the Earth) and the field-of-view of many telescopes is equally small, so it is incredibly difficult to catch one of these events in action."
Led by Dr Lucia Kleint (Bay Area Environmental Research Institute), the team was observing the Sun at the National Solar Observatory (NSO) in New Mexico and managed to record the rare event with multiple instruments at the ground-based Dunn Solar Telescope. The team was able to measure the magnetic fields within the erupting structure, which is a critical part of the flare process.
Dr Higgins added: "This dataset provides unprecedented detail of the solar flare's evolution, from its onset in a region of just a few thousand kilometres right through its expansion into interplanetary space. By studying such large and rare events in detail, scientists hope to learn how to better predict future flare occurrences and protect our infrastructure and the lives of our pilots and astronauts."
Astronomer and co-observer Dr Kevin Reardon (National Solar Observatory) said: "This observation is unique – so rarely do all the conditions come together. Studying these data should give us a glimpse of what to expect when we try to capture these flares with much better spatial resolution using the twenty-five-times bigger Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope (DKIST) currently being built on Maui, Hawaii."
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Hypnosis is an altered state of mind (conscious) during which one allows healthy suggestions into the subconscious mind in order to make positive changes.
Generally speaking, hypnosis is used to change bad habits and increase positive traits. Some of the most common reasons people seek help from hypnosis is to lose weight or stop smoking. Other issues such as boosting confidence in business and calming unreasonable fears are also fairly common. Hypnosis has also been shown to be a wonderful adjunct treatment for many medical issues when coordinated with a person's doctor. Some medical issues people seek hypnosis for is to calm side effects from chemotherapy, reduce anxiety for dental visits and help manage pain through appropriate imagery.
Hypnosis is a conscious state of mind. Therefore the old concern that a hypnotist will "control" the mind of a person in hypnosis is just a myth. People don't do anything while hypnotized that goes against their own value system or behavioral code.
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Basseterre - SASCOC President Gideon Sam was elected one of two Vice Presidents of the Commonwealth Games Federation on Friday.
Sam's election is seen as a major coup for the South African sports body. Malaysia's HRH Prince Tunku Imraan was elected as the new president after Jamaican Michael Fennell had stepped down earlier this year after a 17-year spell.
Imran has served 11 years on the CGF Board as vice-president.
Sam, a veteran South African sports administrator, has been president of South Africa's Olympic governing body since 2008.
He has previously headed up the national swimming federation as well as the triathlon code.
Sam described his election as a humbling experience
"I am looking forward to helping the Commonwealth Games movement go from strength to strength and making sure that it is afforded due recognition in the sporting arena," he said.
The other vice-president's position will be filled by Canada's Bruce Robertson.
The Congress is also expected to announce the winner of the host city for the 2018 Commonwealth Games with Hambantoto in Sri Lanka and Gold Coast in Australia the two bidding cities.
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Hello world! It's Sunday evening in Wisconsin, and I'm finally taking the time to post an update! Let's get to it, shall we?
Student Loan Progress
If you read this post, you know that I'm dying to pay off my student loans. I graduated college in 2006, and until recently, never really felt the burden of that $38,000 debt. Long story short, I had a 'come to Jesus' moment over the summer, and realized I want that debt to go away now.
As of July 14, I owed $27,748 to an unnamed financial institution in Missouri. I am proud to report that today I owe $15,958! Not to toot my own horn, but that's a reduction of $11,790 in just over four months! I'm pretty excited about that!
Unfortunately that level of progress isn't sustainable much longer. (And it definitely hasn't come without the short-term sacrifice of other financial goals.) You see, a good chunk of this money came from selling stocks/funds housed within my taxable brokerage accounts. I originally funded these accounts in hopes of them sustaining me in early retirement, so watching them dwindle to almost nothing is somewhat demoralizing. Luckily there is an equal and opposite feeling of gratification that comes with watching the number on my student loan debt go down.
[Side note: I'm not touching any money in retirement accounts for this purpose. Student loans suck, but early withdrawal penalties suck worse.]
I have also drained a couple different savings accounts to help the cause. I haven't completely decided whether or not this is a smart move, as it's a tad anxiety-inducing. But, as with most things, being a little uncomfortable is generally a good thing. Plus: 1) my husband has an emergency fund separate from mine, and 2) I hate this debt more than I love the comfort of a fat savings account.
Beyond that, my not-so-secret formula for paying off the remainder is: earn more, spend less, and throw every extra dollar I have at my stupid debt. Thus far, I am only driving my family a little crazy with my ruthless frugality. ("Sorry honey, there's no room in the grocery budget for chips and salsa. You get one or the other. Take your pick.")
I've had a successful few months chipping away at this goal, but given the sad state of my savings/brokerage accounts, I need to get a little more creative from here on out. I'm currently applying for part-time jobs to turbo charge my repayment, but haven't landed "the one" yet. (I don't need anything too specific. Just a high-paying, low-stress, work-from-home job that has completely flexible scheduling, and lets me work whenever I feel like it. Any takers? ?)
A Half-Marathon PR
One of my goals for 2016 was to set a personal record in a half-marathon. I am happy to report that I accomplished this on two separate occasions – once in August, and again in October. My current personal best is 1:55:23, which is a pace of about 8:48 per mile. For me, this was comfortably challenging for the entire 13.1 miles. I'm no Speedy Gonzalez, but I've definitely improved from the days I used run every mile on flat courses at a relaxed 10-minute pace. (Newsflash: running faster during training helps you run faster at races! I'm not sure why it took me so long to figure this out.)
After completing a marathon this spring and two half-marathons this fall, I'm taking a break from running to focus on some strength training by way of P90X3. I'm hating just about every second of it, and would prefer to do a 60-minute run over a 30-minute weight session any day of the week. But while running is my passion, it doesn't transform my body the way strength training does. Thus, I'm begrudgingly dragging myself through 90 days of hell once again.
While I'm on the subject of fitness, let me just go ahead and make one of next year's goals public. In the spring of 2017, I'd like to run a 1:48 half-marathon, which is a pace of ~8:15 per mile. For anyone who may care, this is slightly faster than the 8:23 pace I need to qualify in my age group for the Boston Marathon (someday…).
Random Updates/Musings
- I opened a 457B in October. I'm pretty excited about it, even though it's effectively killing my dreams of paying off my student loans by hijacking a lot of disposable income.
- I recently started travel hacking, and it's awesome! I can't believe I waited so long to jump on the bandwagon.
- I'm going through a major transition at work, and am on an emotional rollercoaster because of it. It's heartbreaking and amazing all at the same time. Many tears have been shed over this, but I know I'm on a better path now.
- I suck at blogging on a regular basis. This is not news to anyone. I'll try to do better.
- I'm trying to resuscitate my very limited Spanish-speaking abilities by listening to podcasts on the way to work. (I'd love to be fluent someday.) It's proving to be a nice way to distract my mind from the crappy work commute.
- My 9 year old daughter is straight-up obsessed with Michael Jackson right now. (She even dressed up as him for Halloween!) I'm not upset about this.
- After 7 years of marriage, I can say this for certain: a man never putting the toilet seat down is not nearly as a bad as a man never putting it up to begin with. Think about that for a minute.
- More so than ever before, I am inspired to keep working towards financial independence. And while I'm constantly wishing for a lottery win or unexpected inheritance, it looks like another decade or so of earning more/spending less is the best way to get there.
- Speaking of spending less…I can out-frugal just about anyone this side of the Atlantic, but cheap toilet paper? No. Just…no. I was reminded of this a few weeks ago after scoring what I thought was a killer deal on a bulk purchase of Angel Soft. Go without paper towels or Cheetos if you must balance the budget, but never put yourself through the misery that is cheap toilet paper. Life is hard enough already.
What's new in your world?
What small step did you take to reach one of your goals today?
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Theme variation or vistara (Indian language) in tabla composition is quite unique. The rules are very strict, but this rigidity helps students and players to stay focused on a single emotion, while expanding a specific composition. There are two primary rules. First, we are not allowed to use a syllable that is not in the main theme. Second, we can alter time signatures, but only for the entire composition. For example, we are allowed to play the composition at its double, triple, or quadruple speeds, but not a combination of different speeds.
These variations are composed by me. At the beginning we memorize the variations and practice them hard for several years. Eventually, we develop our own ability to improvise, just like the way we learn a foreign language.
I wrote the main theme in single speed in my last post. Here, I have written its double, triple and quadruple speeds, and the remaining variations will be written at quadruple speed. Ultimately, this composition will be performed at quadruple speed. I will use two claps per line instead of four, because density of notes will increase by two/three/four times. I have also reduced the font size at quadruple speed. Please make a note that phrases are sometimes going over the bar lines depending on the speed. I like to label variations in alphabetical orders (a, b, c…).
In this type of composition, we improvise, or expand upon a main theme. I call it a Heroic Journey, but, this is not my composition. This comes from Farukhabad school of tabla playing. The temperament of this particular composition is "I am here to win it". Phrases are primarily in 4, except for the end phrases of the second and fourth lines which are in 6. The time signature is 4/4, and the whole composition is set to 16-beat time cycle or tintala.
Improvisational tabla compositions have two major parts. I call them male and female from the old Hindu concept of purusha and prakriti of Sankhya Philosophy. This concept of dualism is very Eastern. It is also present in Chinese philosophy as yin and yang.
The following composition is divided right in the middle. First two lines are male and last two lines are its female counter part. Next, each male and female parts are subdivided in identical process. These subdivisions add up to 8 and 8+8 is 16. In this composition, 8 is divided as 5+3. Further division is now required to see the anatomy of the rhythm of the whole. 5 is divided as 1+1+1+1+1, where each 1 has 4 notes. 3 is 1½ + 1½. Each 1½ phrase has 6 notes.
This kind of mathematical phrase arrangement expresses heroic mood. Character of notes used are also important, however, if the theme with its specific meaning is clear in composer's heart then the notes simply pop up in mind to articulate his/her thoughts. We, students of music, then practice maestro's creations diligently to improve our understanding of the deeper meaning of abstract sounds.
Parentheses are used to mark the phrases. I am assuming that tabla students know how to produce these notes and the meaning of the numbers ( 2, 1) written underneath. Non-tabla people simply ignore those numbers. | – vertical line is the symbol of metronomic beat. We clap on those lines. – indicates ¼ note rest. The notes in the composition are easy to pronounce for everybody. To grasp the composition rhythmically, clap at metronomic speed 30 and recite the composition the way it is written. We will call it single speed. If for some reason clapping at 30 seems difficult then clap at 60. In that case recite two notes per clap.
In the next few weeks Aloke will begin posting compositions on his website that have not been published in any of his books. It is quite possible that these have never been documented in any tabla book, in any language! He will be describing these compositions technically and mathematically in terms that can be understood by musicians of any discipline. Please check back soon!
Aloke discusses NuditySutra
Aloke talks about the complex rhythms, philosophy and performance techniques of his latest recording entitled "NUDITYSUTRA."


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After receiving a lot of notice and a lot of success on the greater-Boston music scene, A Ton Of Blues have documented their authoritative stomping blues sound on their debut CD Crooked Avenue. This four piece blues outfit take an aggressive approach to presenting many authentic forms of vintage blues music. Listening to them makes you feel like an old friend is sharing his vast record collection with you while they keep your foot tapping to a driving beat.
There is a lot going on in each song by A Ton Of Blues. They always make you feel a lot of motion in their material. Opening cut "I've Got To Let You Know" features Scott LeBlanc's blues lead guitar snaking around a shuffling beat. His notes range from nice and greasy to gritty and real. Vocalist Spud Kelly has that raw raspy voice that expresses the range of human emotion. Kelly keeps this one in a smooth, almost drawling delivery. On other cuts here Kelly gives things more of a screamy blues edge.
In "This Thing I Do," Kelly's backhanded kiss off to a former partner, he keeps more emotive in the vocal department without changing his technical delivery. As the story goes, getting his heart broken was a blessing in disguise because it freed him up to form a blues band, and that is the thing he does. Kelly puts heart and soul into this number, finessing his backhanded gratitude with smooth soulfulness. Guitarist LeBlanc peels off plenty of blistering melodic phrases, and his smorgasbord of pedals from Celestial Effects likely had much to do with his groovy tones and exuberant range. Bass player Jeff Lorenzen gets busy on this tune, becoming almost melodic on his four string.
Slow burner "Salt And Sugarcane" lets its boiling tension eventually boil over on the surface with feisty guitar and bass squeezing forcefully upward until they blow the lid off. LeBlanc then grinds out seriously deep and meaningful guitar phrases while Lorenzen shadows him with a easeful flow of bulbous low end notes.
While "One Day' skips along to a peppy beat and bright sunny guitar chords, the amicable sound belies the tale of a man down on his luck. Kelly's flexible timbre lets him make light of his scenario, like he's taking it in stride. Self-restraint is Kelly's calling card here in this look at a three-dimensional personality. This singer doesn't try to show off any vocal gymnastics. Rather, he relies on his personal finesse to make sounds like "One Day" sound cool. Blues is all in the feeling, and you get the distinct feeling of how this person feels about his life, working hard day after day to barely keep his head above water, something many can relate to currently.
"I Won't Be Your Fool" funks up the blues sound as wee bit. You'll find yourself tapping your toes to drummer Al Clark's feisty, unflappable, pushy beat. Aside from being the best dressed drummer in New England blues, Clark puts feeling and inspiration into his snappy skin smacks. He would have to to play with such an aggressive and ebullient styled blues outfit like this one.
"When It Comes To Love" get a special Clark jaunty beat approach, just the right drum smacks to keep it classy. Over this rhythmic tick are LeBlanc's scratchy guitar chords, nice and gritty. But you soon find yourself listening again more closely to Clark's succinct beats as he puts them in the tightest spaces with Lorenzen's low end. It's uncanny how tight this rhythm section locks into a structured groove while simultaneously giving LeBlanc room to scatter his guitar talents around them.
"Sweetie Pie" is one of those call and response blues numbers that gets a blissfully free, emotive chorus from the other guys in the band. The musicians stretch out during the instrumental portion. LeBlanc's guitar phrase has a raw earthiness inside its carefully crafted chord structure. The rhythm section keep a barrelhouse groove under the spiffy guitar lines and hipster vocal.
"Colleen" gets a heaping dose of Mississippi Delta Blues, both acoustic and electric style. Dobro notes gently tug the ear into this piece. Then, things take a turn for the aggressive. A grinding guitar phrase LeBlanc cranks out is real down and dirty. His Celestial Effects pedal probably has a lot to do with the spiffy, spiraling phrase during the break. Dobro chimes in once again to make you feel like you're gathered in someone's front porch in the summertime in 1937 talking about the troubles of the day.
A Ton Of Blues have come up with a fine document of their fresh, exciting, and adventurous interpretation of vintage blues styles. There is never a dull moment with this band, either live, on disc, or in their ever rising career.


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A Day in California was my first time-lapse project and is comprised of 10,000+ individual photographs, taken on beginner Canon equipment. It is the result of a year and a half of travel around Southern California to capture some of the wonderful and unique locations that this great state has to offer. To learn more about the story behind A Day in California, check out my Huffington Post interview.
The almost herky-jerky motion of the subjects make it seem like they're toys at play, moving hither and thither on the screen amidst candy store lights. I wanna be there! I wanna be a toy! – Gizmodo
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Fermob's folding Bistro furniture is not only charming and convenient, but weather-proof, too – the anti-UV powder coating guarantees bright colours for years to come. The Bistro collection is manufactured in Fermob's factory in France from premium-quality materials, and it features a one-year warranty.
Folding chairs and tables were popular among lemonade vendors in the end of the 19th century, since the furniture was easy to pack away and they could avoid paying the fees for a permanent stand. Fermob's Bistro collection strives for authenticity since it is based on the original design patented in 1889. The classic yet timeless furniture is a great choice for modern terraces, balconies and gardens.
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KENTUCKY (8/13/17) — The odds are good that Sen. Chris McDaniel will win the bet he made during a recent legislative hearing regarding the future of Kentucky Wired, former Gov. Steve Beshear's statewide broadband boondoggle.
Pointing to the project's significant delays, cost overruns, erroneous presumptions and lack of revenue streams to make bond payments coming due, McDaniel, R-Taylor Mill, said he's "betting it's going to be substantially cheaper" to unplug it.
The Beshear administration in 2013 ham-fisted legislators into approving the issuance of $30 million in bonding for Kentucky Wired to match the nearly $24 million in federal dollars wrested by U.S. Rep. Hal Rogers from the Appalachian Region Commission with an additional $280 million worth of bonding provided by private-sector partners for which state taxpayers also will be on the hook.
State lawmakers approved Kentucky Wired only after being convinced the 3,400-mile statewide network would be built for less than $340 million, up and running by January 2017 at the latest and – most important – connecting customers and collecting revenues needed to make its bond payments.
However, only 129 miles of fiber strand has been laid to date and yet the Kentucky Communications Network Authority reported to a budget review subcommittee that $175 million has already been spent with only $237 million remaining in the budget.
Now, it apparently could be 2020 before Kentucky Wired is online and able to even come close to making its bond payments.
Legislators across the commonwealth are displeased; some say KCNA competes with local providers.
Rep. Michael Meredith, R-Oakland, told fellow members of the Budget Review Subcommittee on General Government, Finance, Personnel and Public Retirement that local leaders in his district charge it's "stealing customers."
Then, there are the mounting, yet unknown, costs.
KCNA Executive Director Phillip Brown told the committee that 152 "supervening events" have led to delays in launch dates driven up costs by "tens of millions."
Brown admits the original $324 million price tag already has ballooned to at least $413 million.
Committee member Rep. Phil Moffett, R-Louisville, who works in the broadband industry, refuted Brown's attempt to blame delays on the time taken to reach pole-attachment agreements private providers like AT&T and Windstream.
Moffett instead called out the agency's incompetence, saying "anybody that's been in this business any amount of time would have known that these delays were foreseeable."
He blasted the whole project as being built on a house of cards, saying legislators were misled by a tainted procurement process at the end of Beshear's administration that duped lawmakers into believing that $11 million in federal money currently going to AT&T as part of a previously bid contract could be jerked away and redirected toward a government entity.
AT&T rightly threatened legal action, after which you heard nothing from Beshear's bureaucrats about the program.
With contracts already signed, they simply left the mess for the next administration to clean up.
Moffett calls it "fraudulent" and "shameful" that buyers purchased bonds based on assurances of a non-existent $11 million revenue stream – a whopping 39 percent of the bond payments.
"We've been sold a bad bill of goods," Suzanne Miles, R-Owensboro, concluded.
McDaniel spoke openly at the hearing of "not just civil, but possible criminal prosecution affiliated with the sale of these bonds."
Without being up and running, few customers, declining revenues and mounting costs, how does the KCNA propose making the $30 million payments due on the project, which would mount to a $90 million past-due bill if three more years are needed to get the project fully off the ground?
Brown and his fellow bureaucrats likely will come begging for more General Fund dollars.
Legislators, start practicing now: "Read my lips: No new money. Shut it down."
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The first run of the Japanese release of will Saint Seiya: Brave Soldiers will feature a code to download the Gold Saint Aries Shion bonus character, and a new preview features the fighter in action.
Brave Soldiers features over 50 different playable and customizable characters, online play, and a story that spans Saint Seiya's Sanctuary, Poseidon, and Hades arcs. It's set to hit PlayStation 3 as a PSN download in North America on November 26.
Brave Soldiers is set to arrive in Japan on October 17, and will also be available in a special Pegasus box full of extras.
The Pegasus box comes with the game, a Pegasus Seiya figure sporting the classic Pegasus cloth costume, and a DLC code to unlock said costume in the game. The box is priced at ¥13,480 ($135).
There's also a bonus for those who pick up first-run copies of the fighter: a playable Shion and a Saint Seiya PlayStation 3 theme.
Scott Green is editor and reporter for anime and manga at geek entertainment site Ain't It Cool News. Follow him on Twitter at @aicnanime.


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Bay Area health and fitness events
Updated 8:48 pm, Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Brain Fitness: Stay Sharp and Prevent Dementia with Traditional Chinese Medicine
An informational discussion with John Nieters, doctor of acupuncture and Oriental medicine. 2-4 p.m. Mon. Free. Registration required. San Francisco Main Library, 100 Larkin St., S.F. (415) 931-8679. sfpl.org/index.php?pg=1012605501.
The Brilliance of Sleep
Professor Matt Walker from the Sleep and Neuroimaging Laboratory within the Department of Psychology at U.C. Berkeley discusses the science of sleep. 7:30 p.m. Feb. 27. $20-$27. Herbst Theatre, 401 Van Ness Ave., S.F. (415) 392-4400. www.calacademy.org/events/lectures/#022713.
Caring for Those You Care About
Redwing Keyssar, RN, and Gwen Harris, MA, CMC, of Seniors at Home Palliative Care Program, discuss how to care for an ill or frail loved one while respecting your needs. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. $13. Peninsula Jewish Community Center, 800 Foster City Blvd., Foster City. (650) 212-7522. pjcc.org/learn/all/learn-aa-classes.html.
Childhood Obesity Bay Area Conference
Slow Food San Francisco brings together local stakeholders in childhood obesity prevention to promote innovation and provide insight into work being done on this critical issue. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sat. $60-$80. The Commonwealth Club, 595 Market St., S.F. sfcoba2013 -zvents.eventbrite.com.
- West Oakland Station Body Camera Video San Francisco Chronicle
- The family of Sahleem Tindle watches body cam footage Courtesy of the Tindle family
- They Survived the School Shooting. Now They're Calling for Action. New York Times
- Snow showers over Reno, Feb. 18, 2018 National Weather Service Reno
- SF City Guides tour of Chinatown San Francisco Chronicle
- Hail falls in Berkeley during California cold snap San Francisco Chronicle
- Bob Melvin on pace of play changes Susan Slusser
- Giants Start Rolling San Francisco Chronicle
- View of large fire in Bishop from the road Emma O'Neill, San Francisco Chronicle, SFGATE
- Pod of orcas seen playing in Monterey Bay Randy Straka / Princess Monterey Whale Watching
Conversation (in Spanish) on the Affordable Care Act
A presentation in Spanish by Pedro Toledo of Redwood Community Health Coalition giving answers to questions about how the new law will affect individuals and families when fully implemented next year. 1-3 p.m. Sat. Free. Marin Health and Wellness Campus, 3240 Kerner Blvd., Room 110, San Rafael. (415) 526-8527. www.marinclinics.org.
February Bikeabout
Families bring their bicycles to the zoo for a docent-led tour. 8:30-10 a.m. Sat. $18-$23. San Francisco Zoo, Sloat Boulevard and 45th Avenue, S.F. (415) 753-7080. www.sfzoo.org.
Free Dental Screenings for Kids
University of the Pacific School of Dentistry offers free dental screenings as part of National Children's Dental Health Month. Through Feb. 28. See website for times. Free. University of the Pacific School of Dentistry, 2155 Webster St., S.F. (415) 929-6550. tinyurl.com/bglbbu7.
Go Play! Boost Your Mind and Spirit
Sylvia Gandolfo, MSW, CMC and Professional Care Manager at Eldercare Services discusses how to incorporate play to reduce stress, increase health and increase clarity. 5-7 p.m. Thurs. San Francisco Senior Center Bay View Room, 890 Beach St., S.F. RSVP to (415) 775-2562. eldercareanswers.com/resources/classes-support-groups.
Happy with Hormone Balancing; Feeling great into your 40s, 50s and Beyond
A lecture by Dr. Jacqueline Chan about endocrinology as it relates to sex, adrenal and thyroid hormones, environmental factors and more. 7:30 p.m. Tues. $15-$25. Sunrise Center, 645 Tamalpais Drive, Corte Madera. (415) 924-7824. tinyurl.com/autcszs.
International Summit & Exhibition on Health Facility Planning, Design & Construction
A conference sponsored by the American Society for Healthcare. Sun., Feb. 27. See website for details. Moscone Center West, 800 Howard St., S.F. www.ashe.org/PDC/index.html.
Lacto-Fermenting for Flavor and Health
Learn about different types of fermentation and cultures, including pickling vegetables, ginger beer, traditional sodas and more. 1-4 p.m. Sat. $35-$65. Institute of Urban Homesteading, 60th St. and Adeline St., Oakland. (510) 927-3252. iuhoakland.com.
RotaCare Richmond Free Medical Clinic Grand Opening
Light refreshments, live jazz and tours of the new facility. Appearances by Assemblywoman Nancy Skinner, D-Berkeley, and Dr. William Walker, health officer for Contra Costa County. 4-7 p.m. Thurs. Free. Richmond Civic Center Bermuda Room, 2727 Macdonald Ave., Richmond. (510) 903-7529. rotacarerichmond.eventbrite.com.
UC Berkeley Pre-Health Conference 2013
"Inspiring the Healthcare Leaders of Tomorrow" is the theme of the event featuring presentations, workshops, and meals. Keynote by John Armstrong, MD. See website for schedule. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. March 2. $5-$15. Clark Kerr Campus, 2601 Warring St., Berkeley. ucbphc2013-zvents.eventbrite.com.
UCSF LGBTQI Health Forum
An interprofessional event designed to provide information about lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex patients. Health professionals, graduate and undergraduate students of any sexual orientation welcome. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat. $5-$10. UCSF Medial Science Building, 513 Parnassus Ave., S.F. ucsf-lgbtqi-health-forum-2013-zvents.eventbrite.com.
Victoria Sweet, M.D.
A lecture with the author and associate clinical professor of medicine at UCSF about her book "God's Hotel: A Doctor, A Hospital, and A Pilgrimage to the Heart of Medicine," which chronicles her two decades of practicing medicine at Laguna Honda Hospital in San Francisco. 4 p.m. Thurs. Free. Samuel Merritt University Health Education Center, 400 Hawthorne Ave., Oakland. (510) 869-6618. tinyurl.com/alr87p9.


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It's a day Marquita Lacey and the Glenn Hills Lady Spartans had been looking forward to since last March.
As a senior, Lacey couldn't wait for the day that she could finally set foot on the basketball court for one last season of play.
Her wish was granted Monday afternoon when Georgia high school basketball teams could begin practice.
Even though Monday's practice was only for conditioning, that was still all right with her. As long as she was back on the court with her teammates, things couldn't be better.
"Everybody goes through this," said Lacey, who helped lead Glenn Hills to the girls state basketball tournament last year for the first time in school history.
"But this is something you have to do to get prepared. We've got to work hard to get in shape."
Teams are allowed a week of conditioning -- without basketballs -- before embarking on full practices. Teams can begin playing Nov. 13.
The expectations are sky-high for the Lady Spartans after they caught fire in the middle of last season, captured their first region tournament and advanced to the state sectionals before losing to Morrow.
Glenn Hills lost only one senior in Ashaki Brown and return a strong nucleus, including leading scorer Marian Whitfield, who led the team with a 19.8 average as a freshman.
"We're ready to get going," Whitfield said. "Hopefully, we can make it back to state and go all the way."
Glenn Hills isn't the only area girls team with high expectations. As usual, Hephzibah and Josey will contend in Region 3-AAAA while Laney should be favored in Region 3-AAA.
"We've got a lot of young girls and some that came up from the middle school," said Glenn Hills' girls coach Bernard Bowman. "They're excited about what we did last year. But I told them it's not going to be an easy road."
On the boys side, Hephzibah returns a solid nucleus and features one of the area's most versatile players in Bobby Carter. Glenn Hills, which finished second in the league with a team full of underclassmen, should also be a contender.
In Region 3-AAA, Laney, Richmond Academy and Westside are expected to be strong contenders for the region title.
Reach Tim Morse at (706) 823-3216.
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Sierra at Tahoe is offering specially priced lift tickets because of early season conditions.
Holiday Festivities began Sunday and continue through Wednesday. Family-friendly activities each day include snowman
contests, Santa skiing and snowboarding around the resort, a hot
chocolate and candy cane farewell, as well as a Jingle Bell limbo with
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Well you have likely read my search for a Volga thread and possibly my life with a Volga thread. However I thought I would start a new one that was devoted to the restoration work that I have planned for my 3102. I decided to put it in this category because it seemed the most appropriate, as it will be a story in and of itself.
After I came home from work, I began by taking her out for one last drive prior to beginning the teardown. She did well. The alarm that was installed sure leaves something to be desired however and so that alarm will not be returning when I begin the reassembly phase. I invited my wife to come along and surprisingly, she accepted. After driving around for 15 minutes or so and listening to me blab on and on about the virtues of my Volga, she actually started to come around! She actually said that she liked it, though I couldn't tell just how honest she was being, but even that is major progress with her. :-) We stopped off for vanilla milkshakes and then headed back home. It was a good last outing for a while.
So anyway. After returning home I decided that I wanted to do a compression check before disassembling anything. From front to back, I got these values for the readings:
CYLINDER READING (psi) (bar)
1 99 (6.826)
2 97 (6.688)
3 100 (6.895)
4 101 (6.964)
So the range is ok, but I don't have an FSM to compare them against. Anyone know if these are good or bad for a standard 4021 series engine?
Some other issues that pique my interest and that are high on my priority list of things to address:
1) I noticed a while back that the left rear quarter panel of my 3102 seems to be out-of-spec. If you look down the sight line of the top of the body, it doesn't line up with the rear passenger door, though that door closes ok.
2) Related to the above, the seam of the trunk lid doesn't line up correctly with the body on the driver's side, but it does on the passenger side. It's almost like there was some damage there at one point, but my contact in Moscow reported that the sellers stated that there was no damage history. So we'll see once I can get a closer look. But something has to be done, I just can't leave it like that.
3) The left rear also seems to ride lower than the right rear. After a quick inspection, it appears to simply be an issue with the leafs on the left, but I won't know until I can take it all apart. This too is something that I will correct; cannot leave it alone.
I couldn't get too far into the teardown tonight, I just had too many honey-dos. Photos attached.


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