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The Triumph Thruxton is a great looking retro cafe racer, which just doesn't have the punchy power you'd expect of a big twin. It also sounds dull, boring almost. Compared to buying a well restored Triton 650 for the same money, the modern day Triumph Thruxton is a weak imitation of genuine cafe racer cool.
The Triumph Thruxton has a healthy 69bhp, which is well up on the Scrambler/Speedmaster power output from the same mill, but the Triumph Thruxton doesn't have the punch that a big twin should have somehow. The bike sounds like it's being strangled by its quiet exhausts - a Triumph Thruxton should bark, and bite.
For a moderately heavy bike, the Triumph Thruxton handles OK, but it doesn't convince the rider that this a genuinely sporty thing to ride, apart from the `full-on' racy riding position. Suspensiosn is too soft and adjustable for preload only. When pushed hard, the Triumph Thruxton goes all mushy.
It's got carbs - how authentically old school is that? OK, as you'd expect, the Triumph Thruxton is a bit lacking in creature comforts, but even a stripped down, 21st century cafe racer should have a bigger fuel tank and a second front disc brake.
The finish is OK on the Triumph Thruxton, but this isn't a motorcycle which you would ride every day to work, all year round. There are too many little bits and pieces on the Triumph Thruxton which don't weather too well and even though it's a cheap bike, it could be better finished.
Buy a retro Ducati or Harley-Davidson and you'll always find a queue of buyers when you're ready to sell it. Buy a Triumph Thruxton and your options are more limited. Fact is, you have to be an absolute Triumph devotee to own this slow, underbraked and uncomfortable motorcycle. Find a Triumph Thruxton for sale
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I own a 2013 Thruxton 900 and LOVE it. I have put on aftermarket cans and a few other accessories. I also have had the engine remapped. It is now a bit faster but sounds sooo much better than when new.
It has everyone looking. It looks beautiful and can keep up with anyone in the twisties. It isn't as fast at accelerating, but I have so much fun on good UK country roads.
I have so many people asking me about it at lights and filling stations. I even commute on it (I got the Triumph Gel Seat) and with some TLC it got through the winter in perfect condition. I have done 3000 miles on it and can't get enough of it. If you commute then you might prefer some wind protection, but I like this bike so much, the look, sound and feel remove any atmospheric discomfort that there may be...
What MCN has said that is negative can easily be remedied with Triumph accessories or aftermarket ones. Own one, love one.
02 April 2014
Had red one - with sports pipes - excellant bike - real head turner - not yr boring little plastic crotch rocket -
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03 July 2013
2005 Triumph Thruxton 900
Bought new in November of 2005, after nearly 4 years of service, I submit the following for review: In four years I have put 12,000 miles on the clock, changed the tires once (Avons), changed the brakes pads twice, seasonal fluid changes, all without incident. Battery is the original and shows no sign of failure, being maintained by a tender when not in use. I have had zero quality issues. No rust, no chipped paint, no crappy chrome, no torn seats, no frayed cables, no nothing. The 'Old Fashioned' Carburetors have performed flawlessly since new. My Thruxton is ridden year round in new England, but not in all weather situations. I don't ride in the rain or snow, but have ridden at temps below freezing, as well as temps above 100 degrees F. and regardless of temps, the Thruxton seems to perfectly do what is asked of it. It certainly isn't the fastest, quickest, nimblest, or advanced. But it has become is one hell of reliable motorcycle that can make your face smile, and it will always be an attention getter, as it will pull a crowd away from the Harley Davidson, Ducati, or the Japanese ride at any event, and you'll find yourself answering the same questions over and over from interested folks. It is, exactly what Triumph Motorcycles wanted this motorcycle to be...a very appealing, all around reliable motorcycle.
30 March 2010
Bought new in November of 2005, after nearly 4 years of service, I submit the following for review:
In four years I have put 12,000 miles on the clock, changed the tires once (Avons), changed the brakes pads twice, seasonal fluid changes, all without incident. Battery is the original and shows no sign of failure, being maintained by a tender when not in use. I have had zero quality issues. No rust, no chipped paint, no crappy chrome, no torn seats, no frayed cables, no nothing. The 'Old Fashioned' Carburetors have performed flawlessly since new.
My Thruxton is ridden year round in new England, but not in all weather situations. I don't ride in the rain or snow, but have ridden at temps below freezing, as well as temps above 100 degrees F. and regardless of temps, the Thruxton seems to perfectly do what is asked of it. It certainly isn't the fastest, quickest, nimblest, or advanced. But it has become is one hell of reliable motorcycle that can make your face smile, and it will always be an attention getter, as it will pull a crowd away from the Harley Davidson, Ducati, or the Japanese ride at any event, and you'll find yourself answering the same questions over and over from interested folks. It is, exactly what Triumph Motorcycles wanted this motorcycle to be...a very appealing, all around reliable motorcycle.
2008 Thruxton
I got my Thruxton at the begining of the year and have riden it nearly every day since. I love this bike and would recomend it to anyone who likes to cruise fast. I realise its not a fast bike but the twin gives you plently of low torque while the the rider position gives you a fast feel- I get to feel like I'm a retro holigan without too much risk to my licence. If you get this bike just remember, your not buying a super bike. your buying something that will put a grin on your face. nothing pleased me more when my colegue, who rides a GSXR6 came over to me bitching because everyone who stops by looks at my bike and not his. Thats why I ride a Thruxton ;)
Ride and handling: Front brakes could be better. A second disk would cure it and the suspension could be beefed up but I think a second disk would spoil the look and feel of the bike.
Equipment: plenty of after market bits you can add if you want them. I h\ve no complaints here.
I've put 4k on my clock since January and I had one thing go wrong in that time (touch wood- I have to ride home tonight). The front break braket broke. this, I think, was due to me putting a disk lock on my bike and trying to ride off with it on. I must have put a hair line fracture in it or some thing because it broke shortly after. Turned out to be a recall part anyway as the bolts that hold it all on are too short. you can get the whole thing fixed by Triumph free of charge.
Value: I guess you could get more for your money but I guess Triumph know they are selling to enthusiasts, dont they.
Engine: Again, 4k miles and not a peep. not one drop of oil either. my only negative is its a little under powered and doesnt sound the way it should unless you change the pipes. my bike is going to get a few upratings but i have the better pipes so at least it sounds closer to what you want.
Overall. Great bike. If you want one- get one. you will not be dissapointed.. but you will want to tweek it. Do not leave the show room with the standard pipes on. You have been warned.
28 July 2009
A bike to play dress up with.
David washbrook
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I've repeatedly been given a Thruxton as a courtesy bike from my local dealer, and I have to say, I love it. The bike I rode had a few mods, the Arrow 2 into 1 can, a headlamp cowl and a single seat conversion. With the clubman bars, bar end mirrors and the racy riding position it equates to a lot of (slow) fun. The aftermarket can makes it sound angry and loud enough to scare small children, it barks on big throttle openings and pops and bangs away on the overrun, which I have to admit is part of the appeal. You just have to get into the spirit of the thing and wear an open face helmet and goggles. As a practical everyday machine, look elsewhere. As an experience, well you just have to try it.
31 October 2008
For The Individualist
For what I paid for my Thruxton, I had other choices. This bike suits me, though.
It's different. Not a plowhorse Harley, not a racehorse Ducati, just a sleek, retro-cool machine that has a long pedigree. Harleys feel like they're made from tractor parts. There's that whole macho-scowl thing that goes with riding them, too. And the sport bikes are more scary-fast than I can handle, or can use riding to work on 35 mph streets with dozens of stop signs and signals along the way.
I just sold a 1968 Bonneville, and got used to people stopping by to talk with me about it in parking lots and at stoplights. I get a little of that on the Thruxton, too, to my surprise. There's a lot of nostalgic Triumph lovers out there.
In standard trim it's too quiet, so I traded the mufflers in for Triumph offroad-use-onlies - "TORs" -which make it sound a lot better. I also eliminated the rear fender to capitalize on that cool littl tail-cone on the back of the seat. Finishing touch - painting it exactly like the 1968 Bonneville I just sold. It's the only full retro Thruxton around.
28 September 2008
my kind of ride
The thruxton may not be a genuine racing machine, it lacks some stopping power, and it's hp-output is a little sad for a 900. But those are all little things you can easily fix yourself (just like the sound). Personally I think it's the best bike I ever had, it took me from Belgium to Greece in less than a week, without even drinking a drop of oil. Ok, if you ride it for a complete day (let alone 4 days), you'll feel a bit shaken & banged up, but hey! at least you know you've been riding a motorcycle! :) I added an old ducati 750 tophalf fairing & a steering damper, switched the sprocketguard for a lighter one, removed the air injector, half-emptied my exhausts, and made some crash protectors and an other taillight. Not necessary, just fun to do. In my own eyes this bike beats anything else. (neglecting the classics like a ducati 900ss, triton and norton manx of course)
05 February 2008
good classic lines
as a second bke it is a very satisfiying bike to own and ride.it is a good contrast to my other bike(RS Sprint). As a 856cc air cooled motorcycle the power out put is what you would expect with todays emision laws, but in spite of the lack of modern day power it is very rewarding to ride.
Yes the clip ons are low but for my height (5'8) its make a good ride. To sum up its fun and relistic bike to own.
22 January 2008
Go your own way...
Before you even consider the Thruxton, you have to consider what you're looking for in a motorcycle. Me? I was after something completely different, a different ownership experience, where the pleasure of riding and owning would rate higher than having the most sophisticated technology, razor sharp handling or power output. I wanted to enjoy the ride and stay well within the bounds of the law. Being able to take in the sights and sounds at a slower pace, yet having a smile in every mile.
My other thought was that I wanted to experience the 'golden age' of motorcycling, without having to deal with dodgy electrics or small puddles of oil... There was a few choices available, but the Thruxton ticked (almost) all the boxes.
I felt it was better value than a Harley Davidson and presented a better experience than perhaps an aircooled Ducati or even an ol' Enfield. It's important to do a little research and work out what upgrades and changes will cost. The aftermarket parts for a Harley were just to expensive to be justifiable and I really didn't buy into the 'lifestyle' experience they were pushing.
Triumph seems to have remembered that bikes are about, well, bikes... and not about mass branding and 'image'. The Triumph doesn't over promise and under delivery. It does axactly what it says on the tin.
So far, I've been pretty impressed with my choice. Yes, it doesn't bear any comparison to any modern Japanese machinery. The brakes are weak and lack progression, the suspension is soft at the front and stiff at the rear as standard... and the stock exhausts hardly raise a whisper.
I have to say that the brakes were the only immediate disappointment, with my expectations higher, but I can accept (to a degree) that some budgeting had to be done is sourcing the caliper (rubbish!) and the master cylinder (not far behind it).
With the initial niggles adressed, the riding experience needs my head to be re-calibrated. With open pipes, there is a satisfying rumble from the engine, with just a hint of crackle on the overrun (carbs are lovely in that respect). It can only really be described as 'soulful'.
The performance doesn't break any records (the originals weighed less and had more power), but there's reliable, usable electrics and electric start. I would say that the engine is willing, if totally understressed. There's certainly more than a little tuning potential to be had using traditional tuning techniques (filter, exhuasts and jetting... remember those?)
The Thruxton does benefit from adjustable front forks (unlike the standard Bonnevilles) but only for pre-load. Adjustments are essential if you're going to even think about a pillion.
What I like is being able to build that 'bond' with the bike. Take apart, service, fettle and adjust as I need; without needing a diagnostic or a degree in electronics...
22 August 2007
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08 July 2012 21:18
Rating Vs. Bonnie
I'm interested in why this got a 3 star rating when the Bonneville and Scrambler got 4.
Bonneville gets 4 stars for value because it's "a cheap motorcycle to run and cheap to buy and Triumph Bonnevilles doesn't lose much money past the original hit when bought new" but the Thruxton gets 2 because you probably won't be able to sell it because it's so uncomfortable..?
The Thruxton has the same brakes, except a 10mm larger front disc, and the same fuel tank as the Bonneville, but it gets 2 stars for value, compared to the Bonnie's 4, because, among other things, it should have better brakes and a larger tank.
Seriously? So is it not better to just buy a Bonneville and but clip-ons and a rear seat cowl on it, or is this just a complete BS review?
06 June 2012 20:20
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10 May 2010 15:16
I keep looking at this one and it keeps calling my name. There are no true standards anymore. Most crusiers style worship at the alter of Harley and Davidson. It seems that Dirt Bikes and Sports Bikes are trying to mate and form some weird uncomfortable hybrid that will be forgotten in the sands of time. The Bonneville was never forgotten. The Thruxton seems to be the ultimate Bonny (sort of a off the shelf / out of the box customized Bonneville). Cafe Racer looks and real world riding position and performance. Yeah, take your Japanese / Italian Plastic Rocketship to 160. You'll either be pushing up daisys or signing lots of endorsements (traffic tickets here in America).
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Introduction to Embalming
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- 1 Introduction
- 2 History of embalming
- 3 The embalming theatre
- 4 Process
- 4.1 Preparing the deceased for embalming
- 4.2 Embalming procedure
- 5 Results
- 6 Summary
- 7 References
History of embalming[edit]
The embalming theatre[edit]
Preparing the deceased for embalming[edit]
Embalming procedure[edit]
Step 1: Preparation and "setting the features"[edit]
Step 2: Arterial embalming[edit]
Arterial embalming is the injection of embalming fluid into arteries, generally using an electrically-driven pump (or, more rarely, gravity). The common carotid artery is an ideal vessel for injection due to its size and strength, providing ease of elevation and insertion of an arterial cannula; further, arteriosclerosis (hardening and loss of elasticity) of this artery is uncommon. Arteriosclerosis increases the risk of pressure causing leakage and tearing in arterial walls, and arterial elasticity is necessary to be able to raise the artery above the skin for injection. The most common type of arteriosclerosis, atherosclerosis (the build-up of fatty plaque within arteries), tends to be concentrated around the aorta. A further consideration is post-mortem blood clots (coagula), and these tend to be naturally shifted into areas of the body that will not be viewed through displacement during injection when the common carotid artery is used, although care in identifying and managing coagula prior and during injection is essential to ensuring adequate distribution of embalming fluid. Constant massage of the body throughout injection helps to break up coagula and promote circulatory absorption of the embalming chemicals.
- Single-point injection (SPI) techniques involve injection and drainage being performed from a single location in the body, usually via the right common carotid artery for injection and the right internal jugular vein for drainage.
- Restricted cervical injection (RCI) techniques involve making two incisions either side of the neck and are perhaps a little more time-consuming; by using a ligature to close the lower portion of the left common carotid artery, excess pressure from is prevented in the head as it is injected separately to the trunk. This technique avoids distention of the head and facial regions from arterial pressure during embalming, guarding against the risk of distending facial features through excess pressure (referred to as "blowing the features" amongst embalmers) whilst allowing large volumes of arterial fluid to be injected. For obese cases, type I diabetic cases with poor peripheral circulation, and cases with partial decomposition, this should be the first method attempted.
- Multi-point injection (MPI) may be necessary where restricted circulation, severe arteriosclerosis or arterial decomposition mandates low pressure injection; further, where it is very difficult or impossible to dissect and raise the common carotid artery, adequate distribution of embalming fluid will require injection at multiple sites particularly in the extremities, as described below.
Step 3: Arterial and hypodermic injection of extremities and underembalmed regions, if required[edit]
Step 4: Aspiration and treatment of body cavities[edit]
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Police Academy graduation at the Farmington Civic Center.
Unfortunate Timing
I realized today that all of these poor high schoolers I've been shooting graduations for get very little time to enjoy it before the end of the world. What sad, unfortunate timing, don't you think?
And one last, slightly more random, not-so-exciting photo illustration for a story on statistics of police officers lost in the line of duty. I must say, the Farmington Police have been an absolute pleasure to work with in my time here, I'm very very impressed.
That's all for tonight. If you haven't already, check out my post with shots from the Denver Post freelance job! Thanks for reading~
Ethical Dilemmas
One of my assignments this afternoon, a charity softball match between the local police and fire departments, is a bit of an unusual case of feeling ethically dirty… not because of anything I did, not that I didn't think the event was fun to cover, but it felt tainted by almost blatant conflict of interest, in my opinion, of coverage.
I'd prefer not to openly air all of my grievances here on this blog, however if you want to speak to me personally, I'd love to know if I'm riding a high horse here, or if it really is something to be concerned about in some way.
The event itself was fairly interesting to cover. Along with the fire and police departments, they had Special Olympic athletes play a couple of innings as well. Needless to say, good times to be had.
In case you're wondering why the police (who won 22-3) in the first picture are holding a Dunkin' Donuts box, and why this fella here is rounding third base with a chocolate donut in hand….
It was the result of a rather hilarious prank played by the fire fighters (sadly, their only "victory" of the day) where they ran a box of donuts to each of the bases and home plate in an attempt to bait them. All it did was make the police want to be on base more, hence the 22-3 score.
Quick shot from the bike race this morning. Had my secondary camera (this one) on the ground with a rock taped to the bottom and a cable release in my left hand while I shot basic, safe stuff with a telephoto on my other camera.
And a random picture of a horse from after the bike race assignment. Some dude on a horse came up and started talking with myself and Jenny, a reporter who happened to be at the race watching, and her boyfriend. I wasn't about to complain.
Enter the Bearcat
Note: This entry was originally (accidentally) posted in my personal blog and was originally published last night.
This guy and this truck are absolute beasts. This brand new, 10-ton armored F-550 on steroids carries ten fully armed and armored SWAT officers wherever danger calls. And last week Thursday, danger called in the form of a man with an AK-47. With the suspect's gun barrel pressed point blank against the driver's side window, only an inch of bulletproof glass separated Deputy McCall and a magazine full of 7.62mm bullets. Oddly enough, the situation ended without a shot being fired and nobody killed.
The guy has never seen the armor tested before, he could only believe what the manufacturer says the armor plating can stop.
Oh the stories you hear.
Shots from a local high school play.
Farmington's version of sakura (or so I like to think) signal the coming of Spring, hallelujah. Thought I'd end on a nice note, it's been a bit of a rough night.
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Nothing Like Gunshots
Well, nothing like gunshots at 1am to get your blood moving. Yea, I was crawling into bed for the night when I heard 5-6 gunshots, no more than half a mile outside my apartment. Turned on the scanner (hooray for smart phones) to discover that a witness or suspect or something that fled the scene… and crashed right outside of my apartment complex, pretty much.
Well, I did what any good journalist would. I got dressed and headed out with my camera. Sadly there wasn't much to shoot, nothing really worth getting the tensions of the already on edge cops any higher anyways.
Add to the fact how close it was and the fact that I discovered they still had no idea who the suspect was, that they suspected him of climbing fences and is on the loose… Yea, I decided to head indoors again.
Keeping my ear to the scanner for the moment, tho it's sounding like the situation… well disappeared, haven't heard about it at all lately. Could have been something in those scrambled calls, and I would never know. I'll have to ask Mark or someone how they deal with those kinds of situations themselves, balancing safety and coverage to "what's worth it."
Goodnight all.
Long Day, Short Post
Today was a long day out feature hunting, doing a brief portrait and chasing down spot news in the form of an apartment shooting. I'm gonna keep tonight's post brief, it's been a long day and I just want to go to bed, haha. Hope you all had a great Thanksgiving!
Lots of folks from Texas, all completely independent of each other, visiting the same park at the same time. Ran into two diff groups from Dallas, one from Austin, one from Amarillo… it was like a Texan magnet. Weird.
This lady has been shooting photos for 3 years, doing mostly wildlife, and landed herself the cover of a wildlife magazine via a contest and a few weeks of following around the first snowy owl sighted in El Paso county since the 1930s. Would you believe that this portrait was actually shot with two lights? One Speedlite outside the door acting like window light and a fill from the left side.
Just another day listening to the scanner. Actually not really, more like another day where the scanner picks something up as I'm walking out the door to head home. Ahh well, what can ya do?
That's all tonight… I apologize for making it seem like I've been really lazy with my blog lately, things will certainly (hopefully) pick up once I've started the Peak Performer stuff. Thanks for reading and have a great night!


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(Laura Axelrod's note: The topic of deity is an aspect of Pat Gabridge's work that I find intriguing. I wondered if he felt free to write about it, or if he encountered hostility about the subject. As always, the comments section is open, if you feel so inclined to contribute. There is one more segment that deals with theater and books.)
Both projects involve discussions of deity, in different terms. In "Tornado Siren," Victoria Thomas doesn't believe in God. Your play, "Fire on Earth," deals with the Tyndale Bible. Do you find that to be a theme in your work? Are people open to discussions about it? Do people believe ever try and persuade you to believe the same things they do about it?
That's an interesting question. I think it's a theme in some of my work, including my plays Reading the Mind of God (about astronomers Kepler and Tycho), and The Prisoner of St. Pierre (an historical one-act). For Tornado Siren, I was interested in the idea of someone who initially saw reality as very fact-based with no room for the mystical, being confronted with things which clearly defied rational explanation. She struggles with this throughout the book, but oddly, I think it's her relationship with Ben, it's love, that makes her willing to open herself to the possibility of the world ultimately being beyond her understanding, but not in a dogmatic way.
In Fire on Earth, we have a direct examination of faith and the extremes to which it can be tested. In some ways, Tydnale and his friends were the religious extremists of the day--rather than exploding themselves up as suicide bombers, they offered themselves up as martyrs. I'm curious about the depth of faith required to offer one's life up to torture and death, as well as what it takes on the other side, also by people who feel they know God, to be willing to burn someone at the stake (a quite horrible death) in order to preserve their sense of order and power, but also using faith and God as a justification. I think, in doing an historical piece, sometimes it's hard not to take sides with characters whom you grow to deeply love and admire over years of research. I've struggled to keep a sense of balance in the Bishops, who were just so ruthless in their persecution of heretics/reformers.
I've had more discussions around faith and religion around Fire on Earth than I have with Tornado Siren (for obvious reasons). I wouldn't say that people have tried to persuade or convert me. I like hearing different points of view. My writers' groups have had some very interesting discussions around Fire on Earth and the Catholic point of view and Thomas More, etc, in ways that very much helped me in shaping the play. (For the record, I grew up Catholic.)
Can we look forward to more books from Pat Gabridge?
I hope so. My agent is currently trying to find publishers for two of my novels, one a piece for adults (about a married couple of compulsive movers, whose marriage ends up on the rocks when one of them decides she doesn't want to move anymore), and a second book, a middle-grade novel for kids, about a granddaughter, her grandfather, and some buried treasure. (Both deal with the topics of race and adoption, which are elements I explore in much of my work.)
I'm currently writing an historical novel about Robert Smalls, a black Civil War hero from Charleston and Beaufort, SC, who had some important adventures during the war (and after). I'm about 2/3rds of the way through a rough draft, with hopes of finishing a rough version by autumn.


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Thank you to everyone who came out and supported Harold! Here's a photo recap of the night by Ray Llanos.
Thank you to everyone who came out and supported Harold! Here's a photo recap of the night by Ray Llanos.
Harold Hunter Day VII went down at the LES Skatepark in NYC on Saturday, October 12, 2013.
Check out this rad recap video from Akira Ruiz and Paul Park.
On Saturday, October 12th, the NYC skateboarding community came out in droves for the 7th Annual Harold Hunter Day at the Coleman Oval/LES Skatepark under the Manhattan Bridge. Like every year, it was an awesome event that paid tribute to Harold by celebrating the things he loved most: skateboarding, music, friends, family, and of course, New York City.
Huge thanks to all the sponsors that pitched in to make HH Day VII happen including Airwalk, Skullcandy, Zoo York, Monster Energy, Supreme, 5boro, SHUT, TORRO!, Rock Star Bearings, Trophy Grip, New Breed, UXA, Shake Shack, The Professionals: NYC Sound Company, and all the skaters that showed up to throw down for Harold!
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Should we rely on the grid?
The need for electricity and the means of how we supply it is a constant discussing point on TED. There are hundreds if not thousands of talks on should generate electricity. As we advance in solar power (which seems easiest for home use) and our devices become more efficient, homes are well capable of generating their own power. Where I live our solar panels will have paid for themselves over the time period of six years. (not counting the dropping cost of solar panels and the rising cost of electricity)
But I am not a solar panel fan. I much prefer more efficient means of producing renewable energy like wind farms and geothermal and so on, but this energy needs to reach millions of homes.
So I have a few sub-questions:
Should we just use these power stations for factories and industry?
Can we remove houses from the grid and have them rely on their own source of energy?
Is it more efficient for every household to generate their own power or to have renewable power stations providing for everyone?
Any talks that already relate to this?
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Kyle SagerJun 2 2012: Hi Myles: Great topic! I love the idea of wind because it is both tremendously inexpensive and very very clean! Wind is fantastic. The problem can arise with wind often is that many areas simply do not have enough, and I happen to live in one, Georgia in the United States. I have watched demonstration turbines sit idle here for days on end. Many places are great for wind. This is not one. This is where solar may come in; but I do think it helps answer your question. Solar is perhaps more ubiquitous in that barring areas of excessive cloud cover, it can quite successfully cover electrical needs. Many homes have roof space handy; and the space is often more than enough to cover the home's need if the home faces the right direction. Germany managed to add up to 23 GW aggregate solar in just a few years and generate 3.5% of its power last year from solar - for a population of 80 million. That number is huge and is an important marker for the entire world to note...because Germany lies at a latitude of more than 1,600 kilometers north of where I live! And Australia: Wow! you get some of the greatest sun on the planet! My main point here: Sun tends to be more broadly available than other renewables and despite claims about low sun the United States is having tremendous success with it in places like New York and Chicago. But if you get good wind that is fantastic! Use it!!
In my mind, the key is not necessarily getting off grid entirely but in moving toward distributed power. To use another example: in our state we will be adding a 1,200 GW nuclear reactor in 2016. Not my first choice. In order to reach recipiants in Atlanta, that power will need to traverse distances of 200 miles or more which means special infrastructure to cover transmission. The advantage of renewables becomes scalability: pwr sources can be almost as small as you want them to be. Then we redirect infrastructure $ from fat grid to smart grid and share with ea other.
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Remodeling activity remained relatively flat in the first quarter of 2012, with the Remodeling Market Index (RMI) from the National Association of Home Builders downed a point to 47 from the upwardly revised 48 in the previous quarter.
NAHB also announced that it is revising the RMI back to 2006 after the recent discovery of a computer coding error. NAHB said the error had slightly reduced the true values of the overall index, as well as its two major components. Revisions generally show a one point or less quarterly increase, with quarter-to-quarter patterns remaining relatively unchanged, NAHB said.
The overall RMI combines current remodeling activity ratings with future activity indicators.
In the first quarter of 2011 the RMI component measuring current market conditions dropped one point to 49, while the component measuring future indicators of remodeling business fell two points to 44.
"We are seeing that the demand for remodeling work has been pulled forward because of a mild winter," said NAHB Remodelers Chairman George "Geep" Moore Jr., GMB, CAPS, GMR and owner/president of Moore-Built Construction & Restoration Inc. in Elm Grove, LA. "That is why many remodelers reported lower numbers for future activity."
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With the big, bad bishops coming down hard on organizations like the Girl Scouts, you can bet the moms and dads who adore little Sissy — and appreciate the wisdom and self-reliance she is picking up at the Girl Scout activities — just might find a reason to move to another house of worship come Sunday.
A recent survey showed the percentages of Catholics in the US and even Little Rhody are dropping. But the numbers must have been cooked by some promiscuous lesbians, right, Benny?
Hope you caught the story in Sunday's New York Times about the eroding shoreline in Matunuck. Figuring prominently in the tale was the fate of the Ocean Mist nightclub, a wonderful spot for beer and music that is situated right on the coast and is in mortal danger. Phoenix ad master Bruce Allen was heard crying, "Save the Ocean Mist!" We're with you on that, Bruce.
As we hit deadline last week, President Obama's evolution on the question of same-sex marriage was just completing. Soon after that, our evolved Governor, the Lincmeister, stepped up and issued an executive order declaring that the Biggest Little will recognize same-sex marriages performed in other states. Despite all of this good news, there is still the matter of the federal Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA). Federal action is what is required to fully address this issue once and for all. Now that you've signed on to the cause, Senator Reed, get to work.
While the brawls breaking out in and around Providence nightclubs are becoming an enormous blight on Our Little Towne, Public Safety Commissioner Steven Paré insists that the law allowing the 18-to-21-year-old crowd inside is not the core problem.
While P&J believe that youthful entry is an accident waiting to happen, Paré told the City Council that the legal, over-21 drinkers have been involved in the most fights.
Ultimately, the responsibility for quelling bust-out violent behavior rests with individual clubs. They can't allow weapons, they have to police themselves inside and outside, and they have to cut off those who appear to be a threat.
Anyone who has worked in a bar (and P&J both have a good deal of experience in that field) can tell exactly who the troublemakers are going to be as the night progresses. Continuing to put up with obviously over-the-line, provocative behavior is just inviting a problem. A good, sane crew of bartenders and bouncers can put a stop to the madness.
Places that have enjoyed success with the under-21 set, like Lupo's, can show the way on this. And the police on the night beat, we are sure, would be happy to point the licensing board to the problem clubs if they had any reason to believe the castratos on that panel might actually come down hard on the worst offenders.
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Blackberry Farm?
- kate.s Feb 20, 2010 06:30 PM
Hello all. My husband and I are planning a week long tour of Tennessee this summer and we were thinking of stopping at Blackberry farm in Walland. Have any of you been there? Is it worth a stop for lunch? Thanks so much!
I haven't been, but ... it's one of the top culinary destinations in the country. Like, up there with French Laundry. It was the focus of an episode of Gourmet's Adventures with Ruth Reichel (http://www.gourmet.com/adventureswith...).
They don't publish their prices online, but just know that it won't be cheap. If you enjoy truly gourmet, local, organic food ... yeah. If I had the opportunity to go and could afford it, I'd not only jump at the chance, I'd do somersaults.
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I saw the episode you are talking about and immediately took out the map to see how far out of the way it will be for our trip. Considering how much they charge you for a room at the farm (we will NOT be spending the night), i figured it would be an arm and a leg to eat there. We are just trying to decide if it would be worth it. Thanks!
We stayed there in the fall and it was very good, I don't think you can eat lunch there however unless you are staying at the resort. You might call ahead to check it out. The lunches change every day as do the dinners, but the dinners are where it's at. The place is very, very, very expensive.
re: WestEndRailNJ
but it is worth the price
re: Phoenix99
Well, that is a bummer; but thanks for the heads up.
re: kate.s
Check out their "sister" operation in Maryville, TN called RT LODGE. Heard exceptional reports although I have not been there yet.
Do a search for poster Bill Hunt + Blackberry Farm. He has written some very detailed reviews that should have you booking your reservation! His food knowledge and experiences run deep and I personally would love to tag along with him and his wife on some of their culinary adventures!
two words--WORTH IT; plus you can fish, walk, or ride through their beautiful property to burn off the calories!
Well, two years, or so, late, but we are fans of Blackberry Farm.
However, we do stay there, so we have three meals per day included, as though a normal human could possibly eat all three, even if they knew, before hand, that they might like to try and do so.
We stay there, a least once per year, and often twice, if we are fortunate enough.
As others have mentioned, the meals are basically for the guests, but one should call ahead, and check to see if there are seats available for an evening meal. I do not know about either breakfast, or lunch, but "assume" that one must be a guest. Still, check. I have heard that they have seats available, but do not know for certain.
Now, staying there, and dining there, is something to be experienced. In about 11 trips, over 9 years, they have never let us down. Yes, some meals are not up to the level of a few others (and we also can seldom do lunch, so that does not count), but then, others just blow us away. Heck, even my wife's kitchen cannot be 100%, though she comes close - as does Blackberry Farm.
Is Blackberry Farm cheap? Well, unless you are Mark Zuckerburg, then the answer is "no." If you should ask, "is it a great deal, even at the higher price," my answer would be "definitely."
We are fortunate to travel to the best resorts in many areas of the globe, and Blackberry Farm exceeds all others, at least in our book.
Hunt, who is sorry that he did not see this thread in a timely fashion.
re: Bill Hunt
The Blackberry folks own Dancing Bear Lodge just S of Blackberry at Townsend. It's less expensive but very nice.
Dancing Bear Lodge @ Apple Valley Way, Townsend, TN 865 - 448 - 6000.
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I have been told that Dancing Bear Lodge can book at Blackberry Farm, if there is room in The Barn.
I do agree that Dancing Bear Lodge looks very nice, but have never stayed there, hence, I cannot comment on their food, but would imagine that it is very good too.
Just returned from Blackberry Farm, and their Old World/New World culinary/wine event, featuring Chef Michael Mina and Chef Jason Berthold (RN74 San Francisco), and the wines of Dirk Nierpoort. That event actually exceeded my expectations, and those are high to start.
Chef Joseph Lenn of Blackberry Farm was also on his game, for the evening meals, where we were on our own. Same for breakfast, and the few lunches that we could indulge in.
When going to Blackberry Farm, I almost feel that I need to run from TYS airport to Blackberry Farm, just to help make room for all of the great food.


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TJX (NYSE: TJX) has become so profitable that its managers have decided to further reward their shareholders, which makes this company a great choice for long-term investment. With many investments paying little interest, while gas and food prices continue to soar, companies that offer their investors dividends have been attracting more attention. TJX has demonstrated a history of paying out larger dividends. Its cash flow statement shows dividend payments of $177 million for the year ending in January 2009, with an increase to $198 million the next year, and then $229 million in the year after that.
Higher dividend payments are not the only reward that TJX offers to its shareholders. The company has also decided to use its excess cash reserves to buy up some of its stock, which will place additional upward momentum on the company's stock price. Again, TJX has shown a long-term tendency to buy back stock as well. The January 2009 annual cash flow statement shows buyback costs of $609 million, which rose to $775 million the following year, and $1.017 billion the next year.
TJX is uniquely positioned to take advantage of two trends. Department store shoppers who have cash available to spend want to buy luxury brands, increasing the sales of chains that cater to the luxury market. At the same time, many shoppers remain cautious because of the economy and job market, so they continue to shop at discount stores.
TJX allows shoppers to purchase luxury brands at unusually low prices. Other retailers that fail to sell all of their inventory sell their out-of-season clothes to TJX to at least earn some money from the clothing. Because of its unique positioning, TJX can attract wealthy shoppers who are looking for better deals while retaining its main customer base, value shoppers. TJX controls two discount clothing chains, flagship TJ Maxx and Marshalls, which provide the bulk of its income. The company also owns stores that sell household goods and appliances, HomeGoods and the Canadian HomeSense, which insulate it from weakness in the clothing segment.
TJX does trade at a price to earnings ratio that is higher than several of its competitors. At a ratio of 18.64, TJX sells for more of a premium than its competitor Kohl's (NYSE: KSS) at 11.50. Earnings growth is likely the reason for this premium. While TJX strongly improved on its Q4 2010 results, announcing 6 percent higher revenue and 42 percent higher profits, Kohl's reported a 0.3 percent revenue drop, compared to 4Q 2010. Kohl's also reported higher margins than TJX, but TJX has the potential to improve its margins if its revenue continues to rise. Unlike TJX, Kohl's has not paid any dividends in the last few years, although it has started to buy back some of its stock. Kohl's reported a $929 million stock buyback on its January 2011 annual cash flow statement, although it sold $50 million in stock in each of the two previous years.
Dillard's (NYSE: DDS) has one of the lowest price to earnings ratios of any department store chain, at 6.91, which is less than half of the ratio for TJX. This Arkansas-based department store chain is smaller than Kohl's and TJX, with 308 stores. In comparison, Kohl's has 1,127 stores and TJX has more than 2,000 stores in the United States across all of its brands, and several hundred stores in Canada and Europe, so the company has more than 2,800 stores in total. TJX has a slightly higher dividend yield over the past five years, at 1.50 percent, than the 1.30 percent that Dillard's reported over the period, and Dillard's has reduced its dividend payout recently. Like its competitors, Dillard's has also been willing to buy back its stock, reporting $397 million in buyback costs on its January 2011 statement and $491 million in buyback costs when it released its statements in 2012. Dillard's is trading near the top of its annual range because it just released a very strong 4Q earnings report, improving its profits from $1.75 per share in 4Q 2010 to $2.77 per share this year. With its low price to earnings ratio, Dillard's remains a great bargain.
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For CBSSports.com's RapidReports, I was asked to give midseason grades for the Ravens in six different categories. To view those, click HERE.
Since each entry in RapidReports is limited to 45-50 words, I figured I'd expand and offer some added analysis on each player chosen for one of the six awards.
Midseason offensive player of the year: Ray Rice
This one was easy to pick. Rice is what makes the Ravens go with his ability to run between the tackles, get outside on the edge and become a threat in the passing game. It seems each time the run is stifled he comes up with a play in the passing game.
For the season, Rice has 532 yards rushing, 416 yards receiving and eight total touchdowns. His six rushing touchdowns already surpasses the five he had in all of 2010.
Midseason defensive player of the year: Terrell Suggs
Suggs has six of Baltimore's 26 sacks this season, setting the tempo for what's been one of the NFL's best pass rushes. Suggs hasn't been contained this year, most evidenced in Sunday's 23-20 win over Pittsburgh.
Just when you thought Suggs wasn't active enough in that Steelers game, he came up with a crucial interception with Pittsburgh deep in Baltimore's territory. That's the kind of player Suggs has been so far this season.
Midseason rookie of the year: Torrey Smith
The second round draft pick out of Maryland has showcased his speed in a big way, beginning with his three-touchdown performance against St. Louis in Week 3.
The Ravens brought in veteran receiver Lee Evans to be a deep threat in this offense. But with Evans dealing with what has seemingly been a never-ending ankle injury, Smith has been forced into the spotlight as the team's No. 2 receiver.
Smith was almost the goat on Sunday against Pittsburgh when he dropped what would have been the game-winning touchdown wide open in the end zone.
But he followed his drop four players later with the game-winning touchdown on a much tougher play, fighting off pass interference to come down with the score.
Midseason assistant coach of the year: Chuck Pagano
A year ago, Baltimore's pass rush was scrutinized since it only tallied 27 sacks for the season. Halfway through this season, the Ravens have 26.
Pagano's been the mastermind behind a more aggressive approach, dialing up blitzes while eloquently disguising where they're coming from. Against Arizona, Pagano dialed up a corner blitz for cornerback Chris Carr.
Carr lined up in the defensive backfield and watched Cardinals quarterback Kevin Kolb go through his reads. Once Kolb looked away, Carr came up to the line. Those in the press box saw Carr coming. But Kolb didn't, which resulted in Carr coming up with the sack.
The play itself was well executed, but a lot of the credit goes to Pagano and the defensive coaching staff, which has placed more faith in their players to come up with big plays.
Best free agent pickup, at the midseason point: Bernard Pollard
When the Ravens signed Pollard, it was assumed by those outside the organization that he was a run-only, pass-never kind of safety. This hasn't been the case. While Pollard has excelled in stuffing the run, his coverage skills have pleasantly surprised.
Pollard was on a Houston team in 2010 that ranked at the bottom of the league in pass defense. It was apparent that Pollard needed a fresh start, and he's gotten that in Baltimore.
His teammates and coaches call him "The Angry Man," as Pollard plays with a lot of passion and fire. He's a nice guy and has a bright smile, but that's off the field. On the field, he looks like he wants to hurt you. And he does.
Midseason comeback player of the year: Lardarius Webb
Webb tore his ACL toward the end of the 2009 season, which affected his 2010 campaign.
Heading into 2011, Webb was deemed a nickel back with Cary Williams and Jimmy Smith winning the starting jobs. Then Smith got hurt in Week 1 against Pittsburgh, which put Webb into a starting role.
Webb has had an outstanding season so far. He's second on the team in tackles with 44 and has tallied two interceptions — one of which was returned for a touchdown against the Jets.
Smith, Baltimore's first round pick in 2011, is now healthy. But it doesn't appear Webb will leave the starting lineup any time soon.


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