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Extremely loud and inconsiderate patrons throughout the hotel. Front desk admitted to thin walls and was initially discourteous, but were eventually receptive and accommodating. We have young kids and are probably overly considerate and expect too much, but our kids are quiet while in a hotel (we work shift work - Firefighter and RN - and occasionally sleep during the day). I will never stay here again and will be canceling our second night. Beds are actually decent and rooms are clean, but there is no fan/AC and it's currently after 11pm and people have been shouting in the hallways slamming their doors all evening.
Though I've passed this hotel many times on my Oregon travels I had never stopped in this area. Finally stayed here and I was really on vacation. Loved the comfortable room and found it to be very quiet. There was even a baby staying in the room next door and though I think the parents were extremely considerate, barely heard a thing all night. The breakfast was consistent to what I've found in other Best Western properties. There's also a restaurant right next door for dinner so that was a bonus. Would love to do a winter stay. Such a beautiful area and this hotel is really in the perfect spot.
Our room was very nice and spacious. The hotel seems well maintained. Our only quibble was that the free breakfast could use an upgrade, such as having real scrambled eggs rather than the thawed out egg hockey pucks they put out.
This hotel was just about everything we needed for the night, however, there was a lot of road noise despite the fact that it was back off the main road. It did not have a restaurant but there was an excellent restaurant right next door (Mt. Hood Brewery).
Good hotel. Seemed to be well maintained. Nice mountain location.Above average breakfast. No ac in rooms though. Some covered parking, although tight to get into. Night staff wasn't overly inspired or professional looking. Better in the morning. Price was ok, but not much competition.
The highly recommended hotel was full so picked this as a second choice. A little worn but overall not the worst choice. Staff friendly and location very good for getting to the mountain as well as a good stop off for a trip down the Columbia River Gorge!
From check-in to check-out the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The hotel exterior and interior was perfect for the Mt. Hood environment. There is Mt. Hood Brew Pub next door which offers a cozy atmosphere, good food and excellent beer. This hotel and location is excellent!
This Best Western was convenient as we were traveling through the area. The rooms were great as well as the service. They didn't serve breakfast but you could go right next door and order from a select menu free of charge.
I didn't actually stay here, but I booked it via TripAdvisor with the "pet-friendly" box checked, so never thought to call to verify. I pulled in very late only to have the woman at the desk tell me "no dogs." I explained my predicament and she sympathized but couldn't help. I had to drive 10 miles down the mountain to Welches to find another place on short notice.
Though there are several lodges and motels and cabins in and around Mt. Hood / Government Camp, the ratings for Best Western are NOT warranted as the best. It's an average BW with predictable reception coldness, distance parking, simple amenities. It will do, but the rooms have no charm. Management overdoes it on the carpet refresher ! Smells like an ad for Carpet Fresh ! TVs are a bit outdates and should be modernized. Very basic, very uninspiring and very predictable. Not for anyone looking for a 'charming' ormunique experience to complement a trip to majestiec Mt. Hood.
Stay away if you have asthma or are bothered by smells. Also, the staff is very unhelpful as they cannot do anything without contacting their elusive boss. The rugs had threads coming up and it smelled of a mixture of dog pee, old water and carpet fresh.
The hotel seemed to be a very accommodating place, until I had gotten to my room. When I arrived, it was sweltering hot, and the air conditioning thermostat was nowhere to be found. So I called the front desk and they said that the hotel does not provide air conditioning. I said that is fine, can I have a fan in my room, and they said no. While the complementary breakfast and free WiFi are a nice thing to have in a hotel, cleanliness and proper temperature at which to sleep, especially in the summer, are important. One out of the two of the quintessential elements that must be provided were not, and therefore I had to give this hotel 2 stars.
It's a Best Western and as such has all the expected amenities It is close to Mt Hood.The major downside is that it is very close to a major state highway with truck traffic all night long. Bring earplugs if you are sensitive to noise. And it's not clear to me why a hotel in the mountains would have relatively skimpy bed covers/blankets. The heat in our room worked fine, but we like to sleep in cooler temperatures under several blankets or a comforter. Unless you want to crank up the heat here, bring some warm pajamas.
Very helpful staff. Wasn't able to check in early because room wasn't clean. They let us use the employee room to get ready for the wedding and leave our bags until after the reception. There was a nice jaccuzzi tub in the room, but we didn't have time to use it due to the reception and after party.
Located in quaint alpine like town of Government Camp very close to road leading to Timberline Lodge and ski facility. Large well appointed rooms with elevator access. Breakfast average, staff welcoming and helpful. Lack of air conditioning not a problem for our September visit but must be during summer. They take pains to inform you in advance and advise that they are addressing the problem. Not sure I buy their excuse that it wasn't needed until global warming came along.
...for the exceptional service and atmosphere. Safe, comfortable and reasonable. All went out of their way to serve. They even had an automatic pancake maker for those who don't like waffles. :) I look forward to returning and exploring the area.
Loved it here. Close to everything. Great price. No problems at all. We had a great, spontaneous weekend. Hood River is just 40 miles, nice for a little day trip. Great views of Mt. Hood from Trillium Lake and Mirror Lake. Just a couple miles away from the hotel.
Stayed there for one night. Property does not have AC but this time of year, keeping window open and let ceiling fan run was enough. It seems that it could use a little face lift and room has slightly stale odor. It is close to shopping area and to Mt. Hood and other areas of interest. Free breakfast and internet are good. Noise coming from floor above was troublesome and had to ask front desk for help. Overall OK property.
I love to stay at the Mt. Hood Lodge. I climbed the mountain starting from there at one time. It is a bit dated as it was built in the depression days as a works project. The magnificient fireplace and the use of woods throughout add a charm and special feeling. It can be a bit drafty when it is really cold.
The hotel was on par with Motel 6. Attractive pictures on web site but interior was old and tired. Beds and pillows however were quite good. Room carpets were stained and heating poor. Facility was generally a cheap "knock off".
The Mt Hood Inn is in a lovely location on the edge of Government camp. Such a shame we couldn't see Mt Hood because of the weather. The Inn made up for the cold wet day outside. Our room was very spacious with 2 queen beds. I had asked for a quiet room & was rewarded with one well away from the highway with a nice view of the surrounding woods so road noise was not an issue. The beds were comfy with plenty of pillows. An extra blanket in the room may have been nice. The complementary breakfast was enjoyable with enough selection for you to have as much or as little as required. All of the staff we spoke to were very helpful & friendly. A great place to stay.
This hotel was extremely clean with friendly staff. It is at an excellent location to enjoy the multitude of beautiful trails in the area. This Best Western had a lovely lodge decor. Breakfast was the usual fare, but hot and well presented.
The rooms are very large and nicely furnished. The cleaning staff is excellent . The breakfast person kept the breakfast area spotlessly clean and was very nice. The front desk had two very friendly young men working. The road noise could be a problem. The price is reasonable. The location is excellent for visiting the lodge.
At the foot of Mount Hood, this is a great place to get a room at a decent price. The rooms are nice and the place is quiet. My only issue was when I went to check out, they said I had booked for 3 days, when I think I only booked for 2. It was 8am when we were checking out and they threatened to charge me for a third day because I didn't give 24 hour notice of leaving. I tried to explain I didn't book 3 days as my plane was leaving that afternoon, but the desk attendant said it would be up to the manager to decide if I would be charged additional. Luckily they never added the additional charges, but never have I had an issue checking out early if I needed to. And the fact they even brought it up at 8am bugged me. The housecleaning crew hadn't even arrived yet!
I've stayed at many Best Western Hotels For business travel... For a family outing this trip, it was nice and perfectly located. There was No Pool but a spa that could maybe fit 8 people. Also No Air Conditioner, of course we came on hot days but opened the window... Remember this is a Winter Mountain Ski Destination, lol
I love to do road trips mixed with photography...taking in our beautiful country, seeing what's around the next bend in the road. When I schedule these, I often plan my route around the availability of Best Westerns. There are several brands out there, also of good quality - but the Best Western experience - to me - feels like coming home. You're part of the family, and cared for. I recently stayed at the Best Western Mt. Hood Inn, and they did not disappoint. From check-in to check out, the staff was kind and helpful, the accommodations clean and comfortable, a nice hot complimentary breakfast... Just a relaxing experience in a beautiful location. I would definitely stay here again.
Jeff the general manager is very rude and not helpful, even though all employees referred me to him. In fact, he choose to hang up on me even though I did not curse or raise my voice. This effectively ruined/ canceled my vacation. He claimed I threatened him when I told he that I would be writing this review. If it's taken down I will rewrite it as many times as necessary.
First things first, the room was very reasonably priced! For the price I was very satisfied. I made my reservation over the phone and the representative was VERY up front about the lack of air conditioning. They gently reminded about the cancellation policy and to check the weather. We did and it was hot. We opened the windows and ran the fans during the evening. However, you do not want to do this during the night as the highway is crazy loud. The outside temperature will drop quickly in the evening. I think if you are aware of this and able to get the air flow going early in the evening you will be fine. We were. The hotel is very charming and looks like it would be wonderful with people coming to Mt. Hood to ski. It has great access to Ski Bowl, Timberline, and even Meadows. In the summer there is great access to hiking and the ski bowl adventure park. Government Camp is so charming with several great places to eat. The rooms have everything you could need. The beds were fine but the pillows were awful. I don't even think I've ever commented on a pillow in my life but they were terrible. The breakfast had a lot to offer but there were a few things that were either expired or not stored properly.
I stayed here one night and at Timberline for 2 nights. If I had known I would have stayed here the whole time. Clean, quiet, and convenient- right off the highway and 10 minutes from Timberline. The free breakfast is convenient too.
Good hotel & we had a nice big room. Sauna was good to. Breakfast was fine, with a pancake maker, cereal, yoghurt, muffins, bagels, sausage links & eggs! Government Camp is not very big & you're very limited to where to eat, with it being about a mile (but easily walkable in the light). The mount hood brewery is next door though and we had 2 good meals there and a nice selection of beers to choose from. Mount Hood is really nearby, so its not a chore to get there and to the surrounding lakes/walks etc. I would recommend this hotel if you are staying in the area.
Stay away from this hotel at least during the summer because they have no AC and with the increase in heat during the summer months it is inexcusable to have AC in the lobby only. It was difficult to sleep and fans did not do much to help as it did not cool down very much in the night. Check in desk clerk was totally bothered by us being there and showed absolutely no interest in us during check in. Will never stay at a BW again.
The room was not insulated from noises, couldn't sleep, heard everything. The bed was uncomfortable, pillows were bad, front desk clerk at check in was rude. Elevator barely held the luggage cart, not staying there again.
My wife was hiking the PCT and came off for a day in Government Camp and ended up getting a room here. I have been to several Best Western's in my life, as well as the other ubiquitous American chain hotels, and this one definitely stood out. All the usual amenities, but everything seemed cleaner. They have a spa and sauna for when you come off the mountain, fridges in the rooms, clean towels (you might take this as a given, but if you've been to some of these places elsewhere you'll know what I'm saying) and bedding, memory foam beds, coffee maker, tea, etc. The thing I liked the best was the breakfast. I'm used to cold continental or maybe hot oatmeal or something, but this place has a toaster with all types of bread, bacon, eggs, sausage, and a pancake machine, if you're into pancakes. Juices, milks, yogurt, as per usual, but it's all set up to make a rockin' breakfast sammy before you hit the slopes, or the trails, or whatever. If you go in the summer you're likely to see some future Olympians as Palmer glacier on Mt. Hood is one of the only places within thousands of miles with year round skiing.
I had made a reservation and knew we would be tight to get checked in and get to the wedding. They were great. I called and asked for an early check-in and they went above and beyond to make it happen. We checked in one hour early, were able to unpack and change and get to the event all without rushing. The staff at the desk went the extra mile and even saved 2 cookies for us to have as an evening snack when we returned. I will stay here again!
Fantastic hotel near hiking and skiing. The hot tub in the room is a worth while luxury after a long day hiking in the woods or up the volcano. This hotel in the Mt Hood area is centrally located and allows for a variety of daily outings.
We normally don't stay at Best Westerns so didn't expect much. We were very surprised by this hotel. Room was very good size and very clean. Excellent common area in the lobby with great WIFI and adequate breakfast. Very welcoming staff. This is not a 5 star property but perfect for moderately priced hotel.
The hotel website says so and I missed it... there is no air conditioning in the room. Only in the lobby... As the information sheet given at the front desk says, 'the climate is changing faster than we can adapt in our area.' But they are apparently working on it... For now, you can arrive at night, when it is much fresher. Or hang out in the lobby until you don't have to sweat on your bed. Or you can come back in the Fall... Or in the winter. Until then, 175 dollars for a sauna is silly. I can go the YMCA for much cheaper.
Great location for base camp while vacationing, hiking, exploring and being amazed by the area. Comfortable, clean, helpful staff and really good free, self service breakfast...not just bread, and Danishes but eggs, bacon, sausage, hot cakes, fruit, yogurt, oatmeal, and more. The beds were amazingly comfy and the stroll to the little brewery next door nice. Loved this place convenient to Mt Hood, hikes, adventure park and more.
Hotel was great , Rate was extremely high for this type of lodging. Satf was great and courteous . Well maintained lodging. My last stay at this hotel was 100 per night . Will have to shop for better rate in future or other lodging
I was attending an event at Timberline Lodge (about 8 miles away) and wanted to stay a couple of nights nearby. The room was clean and comfortable. My ceiling fan had an issue, and within 30 minutes of mentioning it to Zoe at the front desk, it was fixed - she was awesome! TV reception is limited. My room didn't have a deck; don't know if other rooms do. There's limited garage parking on a first-come basis. I've ranked "Service" and "Rooms" as Average because of the TV and no deck; if the Service category relates to staff, it'd be Excellent. Yes, I'd stay there again.
Not a bad hotel. The suite king room is big, comfy bed, micro and fridge. All is good. Provides a typical hotel breakfast. Just know that it is along hwy 26 with lots of traffic noise. There is a decent Brewery & restaurant right next door. Convenient if you arrive late. Also very close to Mt. Hood so you can go back there. But the price was very reasonable.
Cute lace with welcoming lobby and evening snacks. Well suited room for the level of hotel. Problems come with things like noise and housekeeping. Great little soaking spa/hot tub. Solid breakfast. I'd stay again if someone would actually clean my room on a couple day stay. Just one of those things kind of off-putting to climb under covers and find gravel in the sheets.
Beautiful, quiet, peaceful......and there is a brewery right next door......oh and also a MOUNTAIN!!!! and many lakes nearby. Lots of hiking and wildlife, not to mention friendlies.! I would suggest staying here again.
The motel is located adjacent to the highway and close to the ski areas on Mt. Hood. Don't even think you can check in before 4:00pm. Staff will curtly remind you of this fact. Apart from the check-in reminder, staff are good. A pleasant enough hotel with odd narrow entries given it's catering to skiers. The lobby is small given the number of rooms and the "free" breakfast which is somewhere between dreadful and slightly better. Rooms are fine although noise is transmitted from adjacent rooms. Just a few feet away is a brewery/restaurant if you don't want to drive for dinner. Absent an important reason to stay here in the future, I'd sleep elsewhere.
We arrived late but they still had a room for us. Bit pricey for what you get but spacious room, with two large queen beds. The people at the desk were helpful and friendly both in the evening and the morning. Lights were not abundant in the room (also for shaving) as were power sockets. Shower/bath was okay. Breakfast included with sufficient choices (also fresh ones). I liked their pancake-making machine. This is a ski resort hotel which shows from the interior. They have a spa and a fitness room but we didn't use it. It is just alongside the road which is already busy during the early morning.
We stayed at the hotel one night. Our plan was to climb mount Hood (which we successfully completed) next morning. So, smooth arrival and departure was extremely important to us. In the morning, we had a nice and tasty breakfast at 6AM that filled us enough for a good part of the day. Then, after streamlined checkout rushed to the Mount.
A very attractive hotel built in the style of a large wooden mountain lodge, with an open airy lobby and helpful staff. Only a small seating area for breakfast in the lobby which caused problems at breakfast with people trying to find somewhere to sit - an average offering on the buffet, but I guess it was 'free'. The rooms are of a good size and comfortable although not cutting edge, the shower room was small, with the sink located in the bedroom. There is NO Air Con!!! With the sun beating on the hotel all day and our room having double aspect windows it was hot, and it was only 70F (21C) outside, I hate to think what the rooms are like when temps really rise. The windows do open, but the noise from trucks travelling along the interstate at high speed is deafening right through the night, as they usually come in singles spaced a few miles apart. Whether the window is closed or open the noise is a serious problem, but may be mitigated for rooms on the other side of the hotel facing the road into Government camp. There is a bar/restaurant located just by the hotel car park for easy eats. The hotel is OK and looks very nice, but try and get a quiet room as insulated as possible from road noise and don't stay here during a hot spell as there will be no relief.
Great stay...fantastic staff with special 5 STAR to Cole at the front desk for figuring out how to reboot my PC to get WIFI!!! Yes,no A/C but open your window,turn on the fan and live!!! No complaints, a great place, steps to the brewery and and a few more steps to "downtown" Gov Camp. WIFI is good...TV is good...breakfast is good...You need something else?
Great place to base camp from while my son was attending a week long ski camp. Rooms were spacious and clean. Equipment storage was available, guest laundry was big help and the breakfast (eggs, bacon, ham, cereal and bread products) was ready at 6:00am each day which made it perfect to feed the kid before sending him up the mountain each day. Staff was great!!
My kids and I had a late night check in.. Couldn't find Grandma's camp site so I decided to treat us to Best Western. It was dark and late.. It's just nice to see the light on in the Lobby and I could get someone to check me in. The reception located my member card by simply inputting my E-mail address. Although they didn't have a pool, we were nice and cozy in our room w/Wifi and a FREE Breakfast to fill our stomachs back on the road to find Grandma.
Generous sized well fitted out rooms. No evening meal service but snacks available from lobby and characterful restaurant/Bar across the carpark. Good centre for exploring the mount Hood area. The reception staff were friendly and helpful well above the call of duty helping me sort out problem with stopped bank card (despite having been paid) Not cheap but prices reflect what you would expect to pay in a popular resort area with very little alternative.
Though there was no AC there was heating. We had a great stay. They had a pre dinner snack witch was tacos. Then they had a great breakfast. Also there was a parking garage. Lastly the rooms where great and updated.
Clean enough. Don't even think about checking in early or checking out late. Spa area is minuscule. Breakfast is not worth waking up early for, but breads are fresh and there's a functioning toaster and decent coffee. If you like cooked liquid egg patties you'll be delighted. Staff is friendly but house rules seem to make them seem a bit unaccommodating. No AC, but open window helps - great for listening to light. highway traffic. Clean sheets, hot water, and ample parking. For the price I'd expect some amenities, but there no real competition.
Great price and a very clean and lovely hotel. We got the spa in our hotel room and it was awesome. We took advantage of it multiple times. Mt hood and timberline lodge is very close and an easy drive away. The breakfast was complimentary and delicious (pancakes!!!) and they even offer a afternoon snack. The staff were extremely friendly and we will definitely come stay here again. Loved being here :)
The hotel has a lodge appeal. When we arrived, the front desk was very helpful. The clerk advised free full breakfast is available as well as a taco bar from 5-6 pm. It was great to be able to eat light and be able to stay in and relax. There is a gravel walking trail along the back. We were astonished at the awesome view of Mt. Hood. There was a trickling stream that made for a very peaceful stroll. We paid $120 (including taxes) and I thought that was very reasonable given the atmosphere, location, and amenities.
Went in mid June. Noisy as close to main road, but convenient to skiing at Timberline and hikes and lakes nearby. Good place to stop on way to Redmond/Bend. Rooms comfortable. But nothing to do if weather bad or if you do not ski.
I have not been at the Best Western chain hotels for some years. My experience many years ago in some city was OK but noisy. Best Western Mt. Hood Inn certainly gave me the pleasant surprise that the overall appearance and environment is clean and well managed. It is at the foot of Mt Hood and is serving the tourists and skiers. The room is clean and comfortable. It has a hearty breakfast which just served our needs. We came in in a day with heat wave but the room is not hot. The hotel provides free shuttle bus to the ski location on Mt Hood. We did not take it since we had the car. Within walking distance next door, one can get a meal from Mt Hood Brewing Company even late at night. From our room window, we can see the mountain top over the tree line. That is an adder.
Ski community. Woodsy location. From the minute we walked in the door we were made to feel special. The staff was helpful and friendly. The room was nice, well appointed. Not big, but comfortable. The breakfast was hot and nourishing. We enjoyed our stay. The staff even helped us find a local store that was still open to get a sweatshirt. I will hope to come here again
This is not a 5 STAR Fancy Hotel, yet it is 5 STAR Clean and Comfortable. Room 205 looks out into the trees, and you can hear the stream. There is no air-conditioning, and you don't need it. Heather, the manager of the hotel was very attentive. My father and I stayed here for four nights while my kids were attending ski camp. The breakfast is billed as a continental breakfast, it is more than a continental breakfast with pancakes, eggs, sausage, bacon, toast, fruit, cereal, yogurt, juice etc. Full breakfast. They also offer a taco bar from 5-6 each evening. My rate was $112.50 during the week and $186 for Friday night.
We stayed at this hotel for two nights. It's a good value. The rooms are large, a simpel breakfast is included and a afternoon snack. Good beds, strange bathroom-situation. Unfortunately we did not have good weather, so we did not get to do the things we intended and spent time at the Columbia River Gorge and hood river.
Nice stay. The rooms do not have AC so it is not for big babies who can't handle life without AC. Highly recommended, the staff were very nice and the hotel was clean, nice amenities including a small gym and a sauna.
Good blackout curtains mostly hide large spotlight in eaves outside 3rd floor window EXCEPT when the curtains must be open to let air from the open window in. Why open? No AC. To get a cool room plan to sleep with the lights on. In winter no worries.
We booked this location based on its proximity to the areas we wanted to visit while there. This location is a 4-5 star experience at a 3 star price! The staff are amazing, the location is clean and very professionally taken care of. I really can't say enough good things about this location. We will definitely be staying with Best Western again!
I am a top tier member of Hyatt, Hilton, IHG and Marriott Hotel chains. I am constantly in a hotel day in and day out. I stayed at the Best Western Hotel since it was within 6 miles of the Timberline Ski Resort. I stayed at the hotel for seven nights. I was very impressed to be quite frank with you. The hotel staff, amenities (hot tub--with hot water), water fountains, strong wifi were the best parts of the hotel. The breakfast and evening snacks were lacking but overall i would return again. I would rate this hotel a 9.5/10 for anyone looking for value but also a good experience
It was perfect for our stay! Very clean & accomadating. It was a convenient location for where we were traveling. The room was a nice size with 2 chairs and a refriegerator and microwave. And the resturant across the parking lot has very delicious food!
I'm a light sleeper so being on the highway, noise from the construction crews working in the area was heard at all hours. Other than that, and a drunk idiot next to our room, the stay was nice...the staff was excellent, friendly and helpful. Breakfast was as expected, good.
We did not book directly with the hotel, but through Expedia. After checking in and being given our room keys, we got a "surprise" sheet of information informing us there is no air-conditioning in the rooms, only the public areas (hotel lobby, etc.) The temperature was around 80 that day in May. The sheet also advised us there were no refunds due to hot rooms. I felt that should have been made clear on booking by the hotel, because it had been a problem for them you could tell, as they explained they were trying to do something about it because of complaints.
The Mt. Hood Best Western provided the best value I could for my brief, last minute trip to ski Mt. Hood. The location was close to the mountain and the accommodations provided a nice size room, clean, up-to-date furnishing with a TV, microwave and small refrigeration in additional to a complete complimentary breakfast.
We had a short gave away to Mt Hood. We had a great experience with staff. Heather help us to choose were to go for a walk. We will be back.The room was great . The hot tub was great. The breakfast was very good
The staff in Mt Hood couldn't have been friendlier, they made us almost forget a long days drive. Breakfast offerings which included the fixings for a handheld 'mc muffin' type sandwich was a great mountain adventure offering. All in all a great stay! Thanks.
Don't waste your money staying on the mountain when you can stay here and it's just a few minutes away! More affordably-priced rooms, free breakfast (they have a pancake machine!), updated rooms and very friendly staff.
Everything was excellent--except for the lighting at night on the driveway. Arriving late at night at 11pm to an unfamiliar location as it is our first time here, I drove past the driveway and there is a deep ditch on the side. But the lady checking us in was very courteous and informative
We looked forward to staying here again this year for a spring skiing trip where one of us doesn't ski. The double queen room was a nice size with a writing desk & chair, 2 stuffed chairs, an end table, as well as a microwave, refrigerator, and TV. Our room faced the back and we enjoyed the view: snow bank, creek, and yellow lilies.The wi-fi worked very well. The TV had no extra channels, including no PBS. The nice fitness room came in handy for the non-skiier as did the spa room. Last year the hot spa tub was being remodeled, and it was nice to use it this year. Breakfast was very good-lots of choices. The staff was always very gracious and helpful. Our room was clean and very comfortable. We didn't take advantage of the chicken or the chili that was available from 5 to 6 each night because we wanted a full meal, but it is such a nice touch! We did, however, have some of the cookies put out each night! We enjoyed eating at the Mt. Hood Brewing Co. next door. We will definitely return here again!
I stayed in the Jacuzzi room and it was extremely comfortable, clean, friendly staff. Very good variety for breakfast and snack in evening included in the rate. Will definitely return and recommend as close to all ski resorts.
Great location for an overnight ski trip! The room was comfortable and clean. We enjoyed the hot tub and breakfast. Nevertheless, at night, the nearby road was noisy at times. Overall, we enjoyed the stay and it was reasonably priced on a Sunday night!
We stayed here for one night for a quick trip to Ski Bowl. Room was clean but hot. We were not informed when booking that the rooms do not have air condition. I spoke with someone the day of check in and was informed that we could check in an hour early. When we went to check in the manager told us we couldn't check in early unless we paid $25 for an hour early check in or unless we were a member of their reward program. The guy checking us in told her that he told me he could get us in an hour early and she simply turned around and walked into the back. Basically hung the poor guy out to dry. According to her he was new and didn't know any better. Little did she know, we were members of their reward program. We got settled into our room and then the phone rings. It was the manager apologizing because he was new and didn't know. The room was clean but hot. I didn't know that the rooms did not have air condition. It was a hotter than a normal day in the area. We had one ceiling fan that made a horrible loud noise and two stand up fans in the room. It got up to 85 degrees in the room around 4 and was really uncomfortable. We had to leave so we could cool off. At night we had to open the window to get some relief. It wasn't bad but the road noise was not fun. Needless to say, we would not stay here again unless it was a cool day. I don't pay to stay in a hot room and be miserable. Clean or not. I think they should inform people that the rooms do not have air condition at time of booking.
Celebrating our anniversary and returning 19 yrs later. Stayed our first time on our honeymoon. Was still everything we expected 19 yrs later. Enjoyed the in room Jacuzzi. Continental breakfast was great!
Nicely located 5 miles away from Mt Hood meadow. Stayed for one night over a short weekend trip to Mt Hood to ski. The room is neat and clean with a light fragrance and a surprising open petit jacuzzi in the room next to our king sized bed. Checked in with a pet and was told the hotel no longer accepts pet since Jan. We thought it would be a bummer as we stayed at another BW of the same hotel chain in Sandy with our pet. We were sure it was said to accept pet on both Trip Advisor and Hotel.com better call in advance next time. After a fraction of a second thinking we would cancel the reservation the person at the reception was so kind to offer us a pet waiver. The stay so far so good. Two min walk from Mt Hood brewing co. a little bar restaurant for our craving before the second day in the snow!
Check your reservation and invoice very carefully. This hotel will charge you for anything they can to make a dollar. Terrible customer service and charge dispute resolutionprocess. I won't ever interact with them again.
Nice, comfortable, quiet, clean motel. Farthest from center of town. Has jaccuzi and fitness room but no swimming pool. Microwave oven and coffee maker and refrigerator provided. Breakfast and pre-dinner food provided. Coffee, tea, cocoa, fruit juices also provided.
Some employees are dismally educated about Federal laws regarding Service Animals. When respectfully requested to go 'on line' and educate themselves, they became belligerent and attempted to refuse service. In all fairness, some very good employees did try and pick up the slack of this one dismally educated and authoritarian employee.
My husband and i had a wonderful stay here. The room was large and clean. Our room overlooked a creek. So fun being able to watch the snow pile up. the breakfast had a good variety and the snack in the evening was an added bonus. very good location for both Ski bowl and Timberline. I really enjoyed talking with the friendly lady that worked the front desk in the evening. She really made our stay enjoyable. I hope we will make this a yearly trip.
I live in Virginia, My son lives in Portland, Oregon, he put us up for 3 nights at this hotel, very clean, beds comfortable, and the continental breakfast was great each day! Ham, sausage, eggs, all the milk and juice you could drink! The front desk clerk, Zoe was the best, saying, we want you to feel like you're at home! Restaurant was right next door, but didn't eat there this time, all in all a real nice time and would definitely stay again!!
Been visiting the slopes this season and I thought it would be nice to catch a morning Mt. Hood sunrise (HIGHLY RECOMMEND THAT TOO! OREGON IS TOO BEAUTIFUL). Would like to mention that from the get-go, especially the staff and even the guests were generous and friendly!! I've stayed in many luxury hotels, including the PGA golf resort, and I must say that this Best Western in Govn't Camp OR with out a doubt offers the luxurious package for a great value! They provided a dinner/snack to keep your belly happy and even the breakfast was good(I was able to fix up a brkfst bagel sandwich & juice). If you need something to do there is plenty near by including a brewery practically in the parking lot (next door).
The hotel is a friendly environment for singles, couples and families. The breakfast might not be organic healthy but there is a lot to choose from. Mt. Hood snowshoe trails are right out the door and the mountain for downhill is 10 minutes away.
Zoe was at the front desk and helped us with every need. She let us know about discounts offered in the area to Best Western guests. She signed me up for the awards program and I immediately got benefits with an early check in when the room was available because I was a member. The hotel had a nice enough breakfast, the yogurt and fixins where the tastiest. The hotel even provide a little snack to take for the day of a water bottle, apple and granola bar. Jeanine helped in the even with a little crisis when my young son dead bolted the door and then fell into a dead sleep. I couldn't get in and started to panic after 30 mins of pounding. She called management and got us in all while being calm and comforting to me.
Have stayed here many times and have always had good experience. We miss the old lodge decor and feel though. White chairs with a modern look don't really fit with a mountain ski hotel. We also could do without the egg "patties". The kids like the pancake maker.
Great family destination! We found the hotel to be VERY clean. We enjoyed the wonderful breakfast. The hot coffee and cocoa in the lobby was nice also. The spa was very clean as were the rooms. Within walking distance to restaurants and shops. We took our grandkids and had a great stay. Our 4 year grandson said he was never leaving! We loved the view of ski bowl lights at night.
A very well located Inn in Government camp near to all resorts. It is not expensive and value for money. Good for family. Breakfast included. It is sumptuous and if you need a night's halt this is the place.
My son and I stayed mid week at this hotel so we could night ski and ski the following morning, It is perfectly located for Eating , Drinking boarding or skiing and hot tub before or after all. The continental breakfast is AWSOME. it will cover anybody that's hungry with great hearty food. We had a great time and will be back again
OVERALL: More than what I was expecting, with regard to location, room quality, amenities, and customer service. The people were great, the room was excellent, and the breakfast was hot. I would certainly stay here again when I return. LOCATION: It's on HWY 26, on the south side of the mountain. Chains or traction tires were required to get that far, but we didn't need them (no ice or snow on the road). The hotel is located within walking distance of several restaurants, a gas station, and other attractions. There was a bit of a traffic jam as we came within a mile or so of the hotel, and I think it might be a regular occurrence. CHECK IN: Super fast and the front desk was friendly. The lobby is beautiful and has the "lodge" feel to it. Great first impression. ROOM: The room was clean, the water was hot, and there were plenty of free movies available... some of which I was pleasantly surprised with. WIFI: WiFi was free and I didn't have any trouble with it. BREAKFAST: Real breakfast with bacon, eggs, sausage, pancakes, and the usual cereal/toast/muffin, etc. Very pleased with breakfast. CHECK OUT: Easy and fast
We stayed in this hotel for a New Years trip. We upgraded to king with a garden tub while making our reservation. The room was very roomy. The tub was very nice. We were on the front of the hotel towards the main road and had a nice view. The parking is limited. We walked everywhere so it didn't cause a problem for us. There was no fee for parking or the wi-fi. It is right across the street from Ski-Bowl which has skiing, a bar and a restaurant. The area was super busy for New Years. The hotel is walking distance to Mt. Hood Brewing Company, which is nice. The only complaint is the water pressure fluctuates like crazy and the breakfast is super crowded with little seating. But the breakfast is free and offers lots of choices.Also, there are only two towels offered, so if you are traveling with someone else and you need two towels, request another one.
This Christmas week, my family landed very late in Portland, and by the time we got our rental cars (2 cars, 5 people, lots and lots of luggage and ski stuff), got on the road to Mount Bachelor/Bend, OR after midnight. The rental car desk advised us poorly, and soon we were on roads that were dark, dangerous and without consistent cell service. I found the Best Western online, who said that they were completely booked, but would be happy to help us find a room. (we had at least 3 more hours on our trip, which I made the decision NOT to do.) When we arrived, tired, stressed out, and very rattled, the staff at the desk, Trysten and Priscilla tried a number of magic tricks, resulting in one available room, snacks, and recommendations of where to get tire chains in the morning. The room was very clean, the shower hot, and very importantly, the beds comfortable! The next morning, in the light of day, we were greeted with a great breakfast, clear roads, and directions to the closest service station. The stop was not part of the plan, but thank goodness they were there. Thank you Trysten and Priscilla! Your kindness was appreciated and will not be soon forgotten!
Great place to stay and play in the snow for young kids. The front yard of the hotel is like a mini-snow park for snowman building, sledding, and just playing with the snow for young kids. We had a lot of fun!
Great place to go. Rooms are good, had one smelly bed cover but everything else was ok. Breakfast they offered was not the best quality but better than other places . Overall stay is great for the money.
My wife and I and 2 teenaged daughters spent two nights there for a ski trip. The location was excellent and the price was good. But there were many little problems that left us disappointed in the end: burned out bulb, previous renters left behind items, and a staff that, with one exception, seemed uninterested in any of issues mentioned above. The food was okay, but the layout was odd, ... for example the butter and butter knive were nowhere near the toaster, so people were constantly milling rather than moving through the line.
Make sure to upgrade to the jacuzzi room! Comfortably guys two people. It's very luxurious after a day of skiing - Mt. Hood is only 20 minutes away. They are right across from the Brewhouse so you can stumble back to bed safely ;) excellent value for what you get! Thank you for everything!
Me and my girlfriend stayed there for one night. The staff was vary nice and helpful. There are many complimentary survives such as free wifi and on demand movies, hot chocolate and coffee 24/7, breakfast and a pre dinner snack. Also there is a vary nice brewery/bar and grill just on the other side of the parking lot. Do yourself a favor and book through TripAdvisor it saved me about 40 bucks.
If you can't stay at Timberline, this is a good back up. Clean, close to skiing, convenient, clean. Ski lockers, hot tub and some in rooms, kitchen prepared foods for breakfast, some covered parking (free) and close to village.
Clean, comfortable room & friendly staff. WiFi worked well. The location is excellent, just off the main road & next to a Brew-house that has good food & OK beer. The breakfast area is not in a good place, off the main lobby & right next to the door. The breakfast choices were not that good: There was only whole milk for breakfast, no skim or soy for folks with lactose issues. No sugar-free syrup for the pancakes, either.
everything was very good, staff was great, beds were comfy, having a pool would have been great for the kids, and for parents too. Close to town and bunny hill, fireplace in lobby very inviting, covered parking very convenient, ski lockers also very helpful..
For what I paid for an off season room in this hotel I would have expected a working T.V. / Working Internet / A clean bathroom. Unfortunately not the case. I will keep using Best Western Hotels for the time being but this was not a great experience
Wound up near Mt. Hood in the middle of the worst rainstorm we've had in a year or so , lanes had standing water , drops were bouncing up close to a foot! Saw the Best Western sign , and decided to stop - Nice room , decent price , good breakfast , no problems ..
We found a great deal on Expedia. Really nice stay, friendly staff, clean rooms, good breakfast , and a short drive or walk to great restaurants and bars in Government Camp. Even though it was not ski season, I'm betting this would be a perfect place to stay during ski season.
The hotel was good, the receptionist was great and helpful, the hot breakfast was excellent. Price is also reasonable. We arrived in the hotel around 8 in the evening. Everything went well. We did dinner, laundry and went to sleep. Unfortunately there was a problem with the water (plumbing) when we woke up around 8 in the morning. No water supply at all up to check out time. But the staff are very helpful in providing us with water bottles. A plumber was working to solve the problem as we left the hotel.
We had a great experience at the Best Western Mt Hood. Location was convenient price was reasonable and the room was spacious and well equipped. There are no views but we were told that in advance. The only problem was road noise..We had requested a room away from the highway but did not get it. Our windows were closed but we could still hear traffic The staff was helpful and the premises were clean. We also did not experience any construction noise or dust
Although being renovated,construction noise or dust was not a problem Helpful, pleasant staff. Breakfast had many choices of food. Far enough from Hwy 26 that traffic noise was not a problem. There are some covered, indoor parking spaces which would be nice in winter.
Our stay at the Mt. Hood Best Western was very enjoyable. The staff members were very personable and helpful. The room was comfortable, especially the bed. Breakfast was far superior than we have experienced at other chain hotels. The spa was an added attraction! And you couldn't beat the location - near beautiful Mt. Hood.
We had a spa room on the lower level. There was another spa room directly above. They filled and drained their spa 3-4 times over a 4 hour period, ran the spa jets for very long times until after midnight and had the TV really loud and by the sound of the music it was an adult movie. The spas on the second floor are very noisy on the first floor. There are not any hours posted so I didn't feel like we had a right to complain. Would not stay here again.
Quiet, clean cozy ski lodge appeal. Nice, new rooms, small hotel overall. There were light appetizers around 5-6pm which was nice, & a continental breakfast that was a little better than the norm. We visited the Timberline Lodge (10min away) for dinner & then had a beer at Mt Hood Brewery which was next door the the hotel.
The nicely furnished Best Western was a decent value and we were pleased with our stay overall. The bed wasn't the best, but the pillows were good and the hairdryer and HVAC system in the room were excellent. Also, I like that we could open the window for fresh air.
Depuis : Portland. Prenez l'I-84 East jusqu'à la sortie Wood Village. Tournez à droite à l'intersection, continuez jusqu'à Burnside Street et tournez à gauche en direction de l'est. À la sortie de la ville de Gresham, Burnside Street devient la Highway 26. Suivez la Highway 26 East jusqu'à Government Camp. Prenez la première sortie pour Government Camp sur la gauche. Le Best Western Mt. Hood Inn se trouve sur la deuxième voie privée sur la droite, à côté de l'Ice Axe Grill.
Depuis : Hood River. Prenez la Highway 35 North vers la Highway 26. Prenez la Highway 26 West sur environ 3 km jusqu'à la sortie Government Camp. Le Best Western Mt. Hood Inn se trouve à l'extrémité ouest de Government ...
voir plusDepuis : Portland. Prenez l'I-84 East jusqu'à la sortie Wood Village. Tournez à droite à l'intersection, continuez jusqu'à Burnside Street et tournez à gauche en direction de l'est. À la sortie de la ville de Gresham, Burnside Street devient la Highway 26. Suivez la Highway 26 East jusqu'à Government Camp. Prenez la première sortie pour Government Camp sur la gauche. Le Best Western Mt. Hood Inn se trouve sur la deuxième voie privée sur la droite, à côté de l'Ice Axe Grill.
Depuis : Hood River. Prenez la Highway 35 North vers la Highway 26. Prenez la Highway 26 West sur environ 3 km jusqu'à la sortie Government Camp. Le Best Western Mt. Hood Inn se trouve à l'extrémité ouest de Government Camp, à côté de l'Ice Axe Grill.
Depuis : Bend. Prenez la Highway 97 North vers la Highway 26. Suivez la Highway 26 West jusqu'à GovernmentCamp. Le Best Western Mt. Hood Inn se trouve à l'extrémité ouest de Government Camp, à côté de l'Ice Axe Grill.
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The Horse Forum
- Horse Tack and Equipment
- - Tom Thumb Bits
Tom Thumb Bits Alright, I finally wanted to make a thread about this... I have been reading around on Tom Thumb bits and quite frankly im surprised by how "cruel" they are labeled in the horse world. I'm beginning to think I have the only horses in the World that do not respond poorly to these bits. I guess I have been grossly misinformed in my up-bringing with horses. I ride Skippy!, Jasmine, Joey, and even Dreamer in a Tom Thumb bit (the "grazing" kind.. it has a longer curved shank). Not once have i had my horses balk their mouths in pain, throw their head, ride with an unnaturally high head carriage, try to escape the bit, or buck/get agitated while riding. Seriously.. not once. From my experience, I can't see this as a cruel bit. After reading the articles and seeing quotes like "Almost all horses with this bit will open their mouth and try to evade the pressure and pain." I find myself really frustrated.Even in using the qualifier "almost" I feel that this person is really exaggerating. "Many" would have been a lot more believable than "Almost all". Anyways... a trainer recommended I ride Skippy! with a low port curb bit (because he was blowing through his snaffle. She instructed me the entire ride, and he did know how to neck rein, etc. this bit did have a roller in it.) and he was very frustrated the entire ride even with absolutely no contact on the bit. I had very very briefly rode with a low port kimberwick in a riding lesson and again, he was VERY agitated the entire ride. Those are the only two solid bar bits I had put in his mouth and the experiences were so poor that I chose to never do it again. I really do not think that his behavior was because of having a bit in his mouth that prevented him from bulging through it. This wasn't him throwing a hissy fit, this was a horse that had some very obvious discomfort. Skippy! LOVES the bit (believe it or not) so that he actually got really, really grumpy about having those bits in his mouth was VERY out of character for him. When we go to bit him he slurps up his Tom Thumb, and gobbles up his Snaffle. I just really think he does NOT like solid bar bits. The reason I never changed out Bits for Joey, Jasmine, and Dreamer is... they respond great to it, are very willing and happy to be ridden... so I don't feel I need to. Joey and Jasmine both prefer a leverage bit because they have been trained in the western discipline. With Dreamer, I am thinking about going back to the Full Cheek Snaffle just because i don't feel he needs a leverage bit. Though, many Walking Horse Trainers have recommended MUCH longer shanks and a big port to get him "going right" but my morals are telling me that putting a 3 year old in a big port bit with 10 inch shanks is wrong o.o So, the Tom Thumb it'll stay. At least until I find a reputable Walking Horse trainer in my area. I have seen the Tom Thumb used more times than i can even begin to express in my 12 years around horses. I used to work on a boarding facility that housed 113 horses... so I have seen riders-a-plenty with the Tom Thumb bit, and the only horses I saw with gaped mouths were the ones with complete (or partial :P) morons on their backs. I saw horses gaping their mouths with anything from Low/Medium/High Port Bits to Loose Ring Snaffles.. but it was 100% rider error. ANY bit can be the cruelest bit in the world. Some just come off as being more cruel than others by appearance alone (like High Port Cathedral Bits) BUT.. i am sure that there has to be a rider out there in this cold and lonely Horse World that knows how to CORRECTLY use it. Its the other people that worry me. I've seen people that really need to be riding their horse in a Halter, because they can't seem to handle the authority of having even a snaffle bit in their horse's mouth. My horse's know what I am asking for when i cue them (this may also have to do with me riding with more than just my hands. I cue with my seat and my legs). So the Tom Thumb in my experience doesn't cause confusion in cueing. As I said earlier, i've never had a bad experience with a Tom Thumb on any horse i've ridden. I think the reason Skippy! (and maybe the others) likes it so much is because it is jointed and he can fold it and play with it in his mouth. He is a very oral little horse. Everything in the mouth! :D And I just want to clarify, I am not one of the people who think the Tom Thumb is a gentle bit because it is a snaffle mouth. I know about the "nutcracker" effect. I R smartr than that kthx :D I am a firm believer in the "The Bit is only as Harsh as the Rider's Hands" theory :p Surely I am not the only one in this Country/World who has had good experiences with the Tom Thumb. I really respect the opinions of many individuals on this Forum/Chat, and I am interested to see more of your thoughts on Tom Thumbs... I'd like to think there is someone else out there with a positive opinion on these bits.. or someone else that has had positive experiences. I know i'm wordy, but I wanted to make sure i completed my thoughts the best that I could before I posted, to avoid confusion about my views on the bit... though i'm sure there are a ton of things i failed to properly communicate. I look forward to seeing your posts :p |
Honestly I've used them before if transitioning a horse from a snaffle to a curb english to western, however with very very very soft hands. Because of the combo nutcracker + leverage action that the broken mouth plus shanks have, it can be incredibly painful for the horse. Rather than just having either/or the horse has both the curb chain/poll pressure of a curb plus the nutcracker jaw action of the snaffle. If you have quiet hands, it's a non-issue as even a plain snaffle can be rather harsh. However a lot of people are mistaken to think that by nature it's a mild bit, when in reality, both a plain snaffle or a simple curb are less severe in that they work in only one way on the horse. As you said - any bit can be harsh in the wrong hands, however it's also important to understand what the horse likes and dislikes. My one jumper prefers his mullen pelham to any simple snaffle b/c of how shallow his mouth is. It's a matter of preference of hose and skill of rider imo. |
Initially, I thought it was a nice bit because of the lack of port, not the presence of a snaffle. Even after i realized it was doing the joint nutcracker/leverage effect, I still thought it was a good bit, but i realized it wasn't as "beginner friendly" as i first thought. And as you said, it all has to do with Horse preference... We had a shallow mouthed Thoroughbred at the barn in California and he could only be ridden in an English Hackamore. Any actual bit in his mouth would result in head tossing. BUT.. his rider knew how and when to use it and he turned out great! Hackamores always scared me. Especially the old fashioned Mechanical Western ones.. I have often heard to those reffered to as "Jaw Breakers". Thanks for the reply hun =) |
TTs work fine for some horses, that have riders who have quiet/soft hands. If your horse works well in a certain bit, then there's no sense in changing it. However, as a general rule, they should not be used, especially as a "transition" bit or on green horses. Most horses will gape or toss their head if you use the bit to direct rein (pully rein) or pull on it too hard to stop. If your horse prefers a snaffle mouth, but you need some shank for stopping and knows how to neck rein, then a three-piece bit works well without the nutcracker effect, as does a Billey Allen mouth (like a myler comfort snaffle). You have flexibility in the mouth piece of both bits, but you don't get the negative effects of a single joint curb bit. |
I rode my arab in a TT and she responded lovely to it. I rode her with mostly seat and leg as I ride Diesel now. Like you said, any bit can be cruel in the wrong hands. TT you just have to be especially soft with because of that broken mouthpiece/leverage. I have never thought to use it on a green horse and wouldn't anyway though. I prefer just a plain snaffle. |
I think that almost any bit that gets a bad reputation does so because of bad people. That is great that your horses are doing so well in a TT. Most people who ride horses (I won't say horse people because these people aren't) don't have that much sense and with them, a TT can be incredible cruel. I don't like spade bits because I think they are way to cruel but when they are use properly by knowledgable people, they can make some incredible horses. It is amazing how everything is always judged by looking at the people who use it the worst. Everytime that it is posted that a TT is a very cruel bit is really an incomplete sentence. It has the potential to be cruel in the wrong hands and on the wrong horse. But of course, every bit can be, even bitless too. |
Another thing I was thinking about.... Isn't a Jointed Kimberwick just as "cruel" as a Tom Thumb? Especially when used on the lower leverage setting? An average Tom Thumb has a very short shank, and though i don't have a Kimberwick infront of me... isn't the Kimberwick's lower leverage setting equal to the length of a tom thumb? Regardless... Kimberwicks DO come in snaffle settings... and if someone was to use either leverage setting wouldn't it react the same way a Tom Thumb does? Nutcracker the mouth and apply leverage under the jaw? I've never seen anyone complain about Snaffle Mouth Kimberwicks... o.o; And it seriously seems like the same principle to me. In fact, there are quite a few snaffle mouth leverage bits in the English Discipline. Thanks again for the input guys! |
I ride two of my three horses with a tom thumb one is just a plain copper mouth TT and the other is a TT with a third piece (french link ) I have never had an issue with mine however I ride on a loose rein and I have soft hands. As stated any bit can be harsh and since mine do so well I won't change them. My young mare who has just gone to a trainer however I sent a full cheek french link for her to be started in.bc she has a very sensitive mouth and I was afraid the nut cracker action would be too much for her.Any way I too am a fan of thr TT. |
Up until a few years ago, I didn't even "know" there were any bits besides grazing bits and tom thumbs... All of our horses either used a grazing bit or a tom thumb... My mare, though ride her mostly in a hackamore, still works very well in a tom thumb and I put her back in it every now and then. If I put any other type of bit on her (snaffle, grazing bit, whatever) she runs right through it... she prefers a tom thumb or a hackamore. Our old gelding (who is retired and belongs to my cousin) ride with either a grazing bit or a tom thumb for most of his life with no problems. Our oldest mare used to ride with a tom thumb all the time... with no problems. She now rides with a hackamore, though I'm still not sure just why my uncle decided to switch her to it... But, some horses just will not tolerate it... my three year old gelding HATES single joint bits and can't stand hackamores... so I use a thick straight bar-with-port 'snaffle' on him. It's not really a snaffle, because it's a 'made' bit and has been fixed up, but he loves it and it's the only bit he works with. |
You are talking about the Tom Thumb SHANKED bits... not the Tom Thumb SNAFFLE bits... right? |
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Went with wife. Was nice bar, good prices. The band was good and lots of people dancing. Later on in the night the table we were sitting at became a reserved table. Not sure who... read more
Went with wife. Was nice bar, good prices. The band was good and lots of people dancing. Later on in the night the table we were sitting at became a reserved table. Not sure who in Galveston waits till midnight to go to a local bar, but oh well we left soon after. Would go back.
This bar is absolutely awesome. We usually go here for a drink before dinner at Rudy & Paco. Then after dinner, come back to sit, talk and then enjoy the band if on the weekend. Drinks are made right. Very cozy and fun atmosphere.
The club was fun, albeit crowded, with a great band. Be sure to reserve your table in advance if at all possible, as the bar fills up quickly. Good time was had by all!
My boyfriend and I frequently visit this club and truly enjoy the live entertainment and the great patrons at this bar but what we do not like is "reserved @cards on every table!! They are totally rude if you ask how to reserve one and if u want to sit without one good luck!! The waitstaff seems not to happy... More
We stumbled into the place and went in because of the live music playing. It has a great atmosphere, good drinks and good music. You can dance. It is a good place to og and have a good time after dinner
Great upscale bar in the Historic strand location in Galveston. Drinks prices are no more than some bars in Houston( some actually downtown H actually ALOT higher) Staff is good and the live music they have at times is great.. One of my fav bars in galveston.
Probably the nicest club in Galveston. This is a Martini Bar that has excellent management. Drinks are good. Music on weekends. You can even get food from Rudy and Pacos delivered. Even though this is a very nice bar you can still dress casual.
I recently moved to Galveston and was dying to check out Club 21 because I love martinis. A friend and I had been to dinner and it was about 8:00 something and we decided to check it out. We walked in to an EMPTY bar (understandable at that hour) and we were told to sit anywhere and they would be... More
We wanted to listen to some live music after dinner and our waitress recommended the 21 Club. What a wonderful spot. The live music by C. C. Ryder was great. The played music from the seventies and eighties R&B. Seating was comfortable and the club was not smoky. Good crowd with mature crowd full of couples enjoying a night out... More
We stopped after the Art Walk to have a drink. Great Band playing ; Service great; Very Friendly staff; Atmosphere fun and relaxing
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Through the efforts of Vaughn Barber, Don Williams, Michael Brim, Tom Dent and Sy Howard, the CFA Foundation was established on June 22, 1990 by the Cat Fanciers' Association Board of Directors. Its purpose was to be a forum that would educate the general public about the history of the cat and the cat fancy.
The CFA Foundation's collection started with financial donations from cat clubs at the 1990 CFA annual meeting. Other donations of cat books, stud books, past issues of the CFA Yearbook, the Cat Fanciers' Almanac, other CFA publications and other cat-related periodicals quickly followed. Today, donations to the CFA Foundation have expanded enormously and have helped position the foundation to be a recognized authority on historical information about the cat and the cat fancy.
A long-standing goal of the Foundation was to establish and maintain a permanent display for the benefit and use of the general public. The opportunity to achieve that goal came when The Cat Fanciers' Association moved to Alliance, Ohio and offered to lease the ground floor of their newly purchased building to the Foundation. The Feline Historical Museum was established by the CFA Foundation, and now contains an exhibition of works of art relating to cats, historical artifacts from the early cat fancy, and a research library.
The first major donation to the foundation, from the National Capital Cat Show, was funding to purchase the silver collar and medal presented to Cosey at a Madison Square Garden cat show on May 8, 1895. Cosey was a brown tabby Maine (Coon) cat owned by Mrs. Fred Brown of Long Island, NY.
From time to time, the museum will have special collections on exhibit. Currently, we have the following on display:
The Maneki Neko Collection contains over 200 Maneki Neko, the Japanese "welcoming cat", in a wide variety of mediums, colors and sizes.
The Cat Doll Collection contains a number of unique dolls, dressed in period costumes. Many of the dolls are artist proofs created for specialty stores and catalogs. Several dolls are one-of-a-kind, commissioned for private collectors.
More than 1,400 books about cats can be found in the research library at the Feline Historical Museum. In addition, hundreds of magazines and periodicals dating back to the early 20th century provide historical documentation about the development of the cat fancy in North America. While the library is non-lending, the Foundation's resources are available for on-site reference to the general public and researchers.
Many of us have realized that our cherished collections will not be treasured by those we leave behind, or we are searching for a place where those special items will be appreciated. Every passing year sees more material destroyed because CFA breeders and their heirs do not consider it as having value or interest.
The Foundation provides that place where your collections, books, artwork, or other items will always be enjoyed by other cat lovers. To donate funds or memorabilia please contact us through our web site, via email, or call the museum (330-680-4444) and speak to the director about your planned gift.
When you do decide to part with your collectibles, the Feline Historical Museum would be honored to be the permanent caretaker of your historical paperwork and photos as well as your treasured cat collectibles.
The Feline Historical Museum is located at 260 East Main Street, Alliance, OH 44601. Directions can be obtained on Google Maps.
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What options are for mounting the PSU?
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Are there holes on the bottom for the PSU to suck cold air from beneath the case?
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Thanks for the clarification. I'm wondering how much clearance is there on the bottom of the case, as in how tall are the "legs"? If the PSU is starved for fresh air, its case will get warm and that will raise the temperature inside, especially with the fans on low speed, which is the setting most people will use.Originally Posted by Combatus
It's pretty much facing down or nothing. The base has a vent and fan filter - sorry should have mentioned that in the review - and the cage has mounting holes for facing down only. As far as I can tell, you'd only be able to secure one screw if you have the PSU facing upwards.


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SAN FRANCISCO Jan 8 BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc , which makes high-priced drugs used to treat rare diseases, has been approached by potential acquirers but would not sell itself for even a 25-30 percent premium, according to the company's chief executive officer.
"The best way to prevent that (a takeover) is to keep the stock up, and we are doing that," CEO Jacques Bienaime said during an interview at the JP Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco.
He said any decision to sell would come from large shareholders, not him nor the board.
Big pharmaceutical companies are bracing for patents to expire on many of their older, best-selling products, which will spur competition from lower-priced generic drugs. Many of these companies are interested in drugs for rare diseases, which can command prices well over $100,000 a year. Sanofi's 2011 acquisition of Genzyme is the largest such deal so far.
BioMarin, which generates annual revenue near $500 million, expects to file by the end of March for U.S. approval of GALNS, an enzyme replacement therapy designed to treat Morquio A syndrome, a rare, inherited disorder that causes skeletal dysplasia, short stature and joint abnormalities. There is currently no approved treatment for the disease.
The launch of GALNS would double sales at BioMarin to $1 billion a year, said Bienaime.
Treatments for such rare or so-called orphan diseases are winning unprecedented attention from drug developers. More than a quarter of the 39 new medicines approved in the United States last year were designated for such conditions.
BioMarin's market capitalization is near $5 billion. It now has four drugs on the market, two of which treat other metabolic disorders caused by the absence of certain enzymes.
But the company's biggest product could be a cancer drug currently known as BMN673. It belongs to a class of drugs called PARP inhibitors that help kill cancer cells by blocking an enzyme important in repairing DNA damage.
"It is by far the most potent PARP inhibitor out there," Bienaime said during an interview here at the JP Morgan Healthcare Conference, noting that around 8 percent of breast cancer patients diagnosed each year have the genetic mutation targeted by PARP inhibitors.
The company expects to present data from Phase 2 trials of the drug, including breast and ovarian cancer, in late May or early June at the annual meeting of the American Society for Clinical Oncology.
Bienaime said BioMarin has the financial ability to develop the cancer drug on its own, although he is well aware of the constant takeover speculation swirling around makers of orphan drugs.
He said it is less politically feasible for a big pharma company to launch a drug with an annual price tag oF $400,000 than it is for smaller company such as BioMarin.
Bienaime also said that the cost to the healthcare system of such products is less than it might seem. "These patients are not going away," he said. "They require very expensive care."
The CEO estimated that the total market for the "ultra orphan drugs" coveted by BioMarin - meaning treatments aimed at patient populations of under 10,000 - now totals around $5 billion.


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In addition to the tutorial I attended at NoSQL Now 2013, I heard two keynote speech sessions. They had similar themes but different emphases. The power grid transmits not just power but also a vast amount of data/information about power delivery. This is similar to the telephone system's consisting of signaling (control) and voice transmission (data). Those systems that constitute the nation's invaluable infrastructures must be able to sustain any foreseen and unforeseen failures. To keep our communications and lights on, they have to be constructed with redundancy, resiliency, self-healing, and fault tolerance.
A computing system is the same way. To be able to monitor and control enormously large and distributed systems, we need to factor in sudden but inevitable failures when we design and operate them. The nation's infrastructures depend on them.
Keynote by Nathan Marz
The first tutorial was by Nathan Marz, a developer of Storm, who was with BackType and later Twitter. Twitter acquired BackType in mid-2011. After the acquisition, Storm was open-sourced and is available here. You can listen to Nathan's talk about Storm here (about 55 minutes). He is currently with his stealth startup. The title of his talk was Your Code is Wrong, and his entire presentation is available on the SlideShare site.
In sum, his point was that any computing system has a lot of dependencies on many other undependable and unreliable components, whether they are software or hardware. Even if your code is perfect, other components your code depends on contain bugs, and therefore your code cannot be 100% correct. His argument was very convincing, and the following figure is awesome. He said your code dependency ultimately goes all the way to quantum mechanics, of which no living soul has complete understanding.
Dependency chain that may go all the way to quantum mechanics
In addition, your code cannot be correct because of:
· mismatches between design and real-life input space
· wrong logic implementation in the code
· shifting requirements
Therefore, unforeseen failures are inevitable and systems should be designed and operated with those factored in.
Nathan used Storm as an example of minimizing the deviation of software from its requirements.
He made five points:
- measure and monitor
- consider immutability
- minimize dependencies
- pay attention to input range
- recompute
When I listened to his talk, #1, #3 and #4 were clear but not #2 and #5. So I did some research and found that he was actually talking about a subject that is much deeper. He was really talking about the Lambda Architecture, which will be discussed extensively in his upcoming book Big Data – Principles and best practices of scalable realtime data systems. The book has not been published, but you can read some of the chapters via Manning Early Access Program (MEAP). I will wait for its official publication, but James Kinley actually used MEAP and read it.
I like the concepts of building immutability and recomputation into a system, and it is the first architecture to really define how batch and stream processing can work togetherto solve a myriad of use cases. With the general emphasis moving more towards realtime, I see this book being a must read for all Big Data developers and architects alike.
There was also a blog post by Christian Gügi regarding the Lambda Architecture. Both James's and Christian's analyses are helpful for understanding Nathan's points. Nathan also has another presentation available here, Runaway complexity in Big Data and a plan to stop it. This also helps with understanding his points.
The Lambda Architecture is pretty complicated and takes some time to explain, if I fully understand it, so I only touch on it at a very high level. You can read some or all of the materials I showed here (and more) to understand it fully. Nathan's point is that any query is a function of all data. The "all data" part is important.
From Nathan Marz's presentation, Runaway complexity in Big Data and a plan to stop it.
Data change as time goes by. In other words, data traditionally have been considered mutable (changeable). That is, the value of data changes as time passes, and they have a correct value at a particular point in time. If a wrong value is assigned to data by mistake or data get corrupted, we lose that data completely and forever. Instead, if all the versions of the same data are captured and stored, such problems could be avoided. This is what Nathan means by "immutable" (unchangeable). In this conference and other places, people talk about the "denormalization of data." This is the same concept, a departure from "create, read, update, and delete (CRUD)" and a move to "create and read" without "update or delete." In other words, in the new world of NoSQL, we do not update or delete data as they come in. We simply append them to the existing data storage.
If we capture all the versions of all the data, we can recompute with all these data and their versions at any time. But it would be impossibly slow and inconvenient to recompute with a vast amount of data accumulated in the database. The Lambda Architecture solves this problem by inserting precomputed views between data and application, as shown below.
This is what Nathan meant by #2 and #5 above. Finally, although he did not cover it in this talk, the following is a good figure to tie both real-time and batch analysis together.
Lambda Architecture: from Nathan Marz's presentation, Runaway complexity in Big Data and a plan to stop it.
These are the descriptions for the software packages mentioned above:
· Kafka: publish-subscribe messaging rethought as a distributed commit log
· Storm: a free and open-source distributed real-time computation system
· Hadoop: provides open-source software for reliable, scalable, distributed computing
· Cassandra: a key-value NoSQL database
· Riak: a NoSQL database implementing the principles from Amazon's Dynamo paper
· HBase: the Hadoop database, a distributed, scalable, Big Data store
· ElephantDB: a database that specializes in exporting key/value data from Hadoop
· Voldemort: a distributed key-value storage system
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Data produced from various sources in smart grid vary largely in velocity. Some are near real-time, like power demand/supply data, and others may stay static, like equipment configurations along the grid. With the last figure, we can capture all the relevant data in consideration when we perform analytics.


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Title: | Prosodically-conditioned variability in children's production of French determiners |
Author: | Katherine Demuth |
Institution: | Macquarie University |
Author: | Annie Temblay |
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Institution: | University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign |
Linguistic Field: | Language Acquisition; Morphology; Psycholinguistics; Syntax |
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Abstract: | Researchers have long noted that children's grammatical morphemes are variably produced, raising questions about when and how grammatical competence is acquired. This study examined the spontaneous production of determiners by two French-speaking children aged 1 ; 5–2 ; 5. It found that determiners were produced earlier with monosyllabic words, and later with disyllabic and trisyllabic words. This suggests that French-speaking children's early determiners are prosodically licensed as part of a binary foot, with determiners appearing more consistently only once prosodic representations become more complex. This study therefore provides support for the notion that grammatical morphemes first appear in prosodically licensed contexts, suggesting that some of the early variability in morphological production is systematic and predictable. |
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