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Waiting For Signs of Life From The Washington Wizards
Musings from a miserable Wizards-Kings game
Nobody likes to wait. Waiting sucks.
Let's say you order Chinese food — some General Tso's chicken, a pint of lo mein, perhaps some dumplings — and the friendly telephone operator says that the expected wait is 30 minutes. Standard. But 45 minutes go by and your stomach begins to growl in indignation. After an hour goes by, you begin to wonder if the MSG-laced meal you ordered is ever going to show up.
Or you meet a girl, go out with girl, call said girl, and are left hanging by a string, a hope, dying to hear your phone ring. Nobody enjoys this.
You know that feeling deep down inside, or that voice inside your head telling you that what you have been eagerly anticipating, what you have been anxiously waiting for will never materialize? That's the feeling I had last night watching the Wizards play the Kings at ARCO Arena.
First things first, the Wizards' seven-point loss to the Lakers was a moral victory for the ages. The Wizards played arguably the best team in the Association pretty tough. Certainly, tougher than anyone could have anticipated, even through two and a half quarters.
So, the Wizards flew up the California coast to take on a 4-15 Sacramento Kings team. Yes, the Wizards are a notoriously bad team on the road. However, since they were already IN CALIFORNIA, the 390-mile trip from the Staples Center to ARCO shouldn't have been a big deal. The flight takes just over an hour.
"The first road win will come tonight in Sacramento," said Wizards fans across the DMV.
The 5,000-plus Kings fans who skipped last night's game probably felt the same way. And for good reason. This is a Kings team which had averaged less than 90 points per game for the season and had only scored over 100 points twice.
But from the opening tip, Sacramento played with more energy. I hate to challenge effort, but the Wizards looked slow, lethargic, and heavy — and Andray Blatche was in street clothes. Shoot, Beno Udrih was diving for loose balls, crashing into the boards, getting tripped by photographers behind the basket. Know what happened next? His teammates hustled over to their grounded comrade to give him a helping hand.
It was just sloppy, and the Wizards were turning the ball over at an increasingly troubling rate. They turned the ball over three times in the first three minutes of the game and went on to give the ball away a season-high 24 times. The biggest issue wasn't the turnovers on their own, but the fact that the Wizards would do little else but trickle back on the break, which allowed the Kings to rack up a bevy of points-off-turnovers. I was subjected to the cruel and unusual punishment of watching the Sacramento Kings net transition bucket after transition bucket, from layups, to pull-up jumpers, to thunderous alley-oops.
Where is R. Lee Ermey when we need him?
"Now, repeat after me, maggots! This is my basketball. There are many like it, but this one is mine. My basketball is my best friend. It is my life. I must master it as I must master my life. My basketball, without me, is useless. Without my basketball, I am useless. I must shoot my basketball true. I must shoot straighter than my enemy who is trying to defeat me. I must defeat him before he defeats me. I will…"
The Wizards, hindered by a severe lack of ball movement, shot under 41.3% from the field. The East Coast squad had 11 assists, compared to Sacramento's 27. They were also out-rebounded 36 to 48.
The Wizards have a problem: A waiting problem. The Wizards hurry up and wait. They race down the court, hold it, and then hand it to the other team.
Fans are left waiting for Gilbert to regain his form, whilst he turneth the ball away — 12 times over the past two games. Arenas is wasting precious possessions with every gun-slinging three-pointer he takes — he has made just 4 of 15 over the past two games. Just stop it, Gilbert. Oh, and next time the diminutive (by NBA standards) Pooh Jeter is guarding you, how about you back him down and make a play. That sort of thing would have value, at least more than picking up your dribble and causing a 24-second violation would (Yea, we know, Trevor Booker didn't display astute offensive spacing, but are you really going to blame the rookie?).
Fans are waiting for Blatche to stop being a sissy and start getting his hands dirty. Waiting for John Wall to stop getting hurt. (Stupid Reebok Zig Slashes. I don't trust those things.) Waiting for Yi Jianlian to be assertive and make opposing power forwards notice that he's actually on the floor. Waiting for Kirk Hinrich to stop over-dribbling. Waiting for Nick Young to play a bit more consistently and pass the ball every now and then.
I admit it, that was unfair to Young. He's been one of the Wizards' better players over the past few games on both ends of the floor. He's trying to take charges, really pressuring ball carriers, playing solid help defense, and scoring in bunches.
Every now and then, the Wizards will put it together and give you a couple of very exciting, productive minutes. Otherwise, it is reels and reels of players getting beat to loose balls, getting dominated on the boards, and taking questionable shots.
BUT DIDN'T YOU SEE THAT JAVALE MCGEE BLOCK?! I did. It was cool until I noticed the scoreboard. The Wizards were down 19 points.
There is also this, unfortunately:
The Wizards are set to play the Knicks at home on Friday night, perhaps without John Wall. Great, can't wait.


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Imagine a set of stairs whose steps have become grooved under the friction of thousands of footfalls. Or a knife blade that is scalloped and hollowed after countless years of kitchen use. Within both the knife's abrasions and the steps' erosion, traces of movement are imprinted on the materials themselves. These traces are a record of how bodies, and their movements, have interacted with these materials.
As we consider new ways of looking at performance objects in a museum setting, we cannot ignore the material traces and ways that physical movement has shaped them. During this past year's immersion in the sets and costumes of the Walker's Merce Cunningham Dance Company acquisition, I have noticed these traces of movement everywhere–on the surfaces of fabrics, sets, and props. Rather than fixating on makeup stains and fabric discolorations, we can look to the unique patterns of physical wear to decode how the dancers moved with these objects. How do the various rubs, pills, and scuffs indicate an imprint of the movements that were performed in them?
In the 1970 dance Tread, a collaboration with artist Bruce Nauman and composer Christian Wolff, Merce Cunningham selected short romper suits for the women to wear. In both sets of dancer Valda Setterfield's costume, there is a similar concentration of pilling in the back and seat area. Cunningham's Tread choreography provides an explanation for this unique kind of wear; in the beginning of the dance, Setterfield, along with other dancers, moved around on the floor with seated scooting movements. Her costume is worn and textured in a way that corroborates this movement. In the same dance, Meg Harper's costume reflects a distinct pattern of wear on the front chest, which is indicative of the partnered lifts that she did in the piece.
Among the costumes that Cunningham himself wore, his pants and shirt for an early solo Root of an Unfocus (1944) also show distinct traces of movement. The fabric on the pants reflects a clear imprint of his seat and the backs of his legs as well as his knees, suggesting that the choreography's floor work made contact with these points on his body. The distinctive outline of the dirt and wear give a clear sense of how he moved in that solo.
Similarly, from the dance Pictures, a 1984 collaboration with artist Mark Lancaster and composer David Behrman, the elbow area of Cunningham's leotard top is thinned and bubbled, suggesting the outline of the elbow joint and the numerous bends it executed in that garment.
The point of these examples is to remind us of an enlivened way of seeing these sets and costumes. A costume's snags and imperfections can easily be overlooked as mere wear and tear, but they can also offer us a closer, more accurate sense of the movement than any verbal description or even photograph could. These physical traces are evidence of the relationship between shape, weight, time, and repetition.
Although the Cunningham Collection provides a wide variety of examples from which to site, the idea of the movement trace can be tracked wherever moving bodies are involved. In another recent Walker event, during Minouk Lim's FireCliff 3 performance collaboration with choreographer Emily Johnson, there was no opportunity to scrutinize for costume pills or scuffs at close range. Indeed, the work was so new that there wouldn't have been time for these long-term traces of movement to build up. But the performers' movements were still temporarily embedded in the surfaces captured by an infrared camera. At one point in the darkened performance space, one of Johnson's dancers rapidly rubbed circles in the carpet. Even after the dancer then moved on to other sequences, the glowing circles of heat temporarily remained, courtesy of the infrared's gaze. These traces were uniquely imprinted by the bodies that created them and preserved, at least temporarily, by the materials they had been in contact with.
While thinking through this idea of the trace of movement, I also came across Bosnian-born artist's Bojan Šarčević's work, Favorite Clothes Worn While S/He Worked (2000). For this piece, Šarčević asked working-class laborers to set aside their uniforms and instead perform their jobs in their finer nonwork clothes for two weeks. The used clothes, with all their remnants of work and wear, were then displayed in a gallery setting. While a commentary on politics and labor may have been one of the project's aims, writer Martin Herbert also observes, "These works are rooted in the material trace as suggestive origin … [They] prompt viewers to build outward—into a hemisphere of delimited signification." The workers' clothing is meant to be viewed with an attention to how it came to be marked up. The material traces of labor and movement give the clothes an explicit rootedness to the bodies that actually wore them, a connection that we have also found with the Cunningham costumes.
While I have described a process of closely examining performance objects in order to study their traces of movement, I do not mean to imply that every scuff or scratch is the product of repeated movement that can be tied to a specific choreographic gesture. Indeed, the costumes that Jasper Johns realized for Cunningham's 1968 dance RainForest offer a counter to this idea. If we look at the RainForest costumes, where Johns intentionally ripped and shredded the flesh-colored garments, distress was intentionally applied to the fabric, preempting the wear that would eventually occur to these costumes over time. The traces were deliberately produced at the outset, as opposed to emerging as a byproduct of movement and use. The story behind a particular trace may not always lead to a logical insight about the way the material was used in performance.
Nonetheless, we are constantly making new movement traces in our everyday lives, physical footprints of our own actions and movements. These traces are such an ordinary part of our existence that we may overlook them in both life and art But the objects of performance will give us more if we ask more of them, even after they have been retired from their active use in performance. In terms of displaying these objects in a museum setting, the question is often raised: will these objects hold up to the scrutiny of the gallery context, particularly when viewers can peer, at close range, at features that were formerly concealed by distance, moving bodies, and stage lighting? Yes, the objects handle it. But our appreciation for how they have been used, and why they are considered objects of performance, will be enhanced by our awareness of the movement traces they contain.
Abigail Sebaly is Cunningham Research Fellow for the Walker's new Merce Cunningham Acquisition and the former director of special projects for the Merce Cunningham Dance Company.


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Head distiller Ryan Christensen stands with the Barr Hill stills,
which were made from converted dairy tanks.
A Farm-to-Bottle Experience
To reach Barr Hill in Greensboro, you pass cows grazing in their pasture and follow the well-trodden footpath that beckons to the trails. On a summer afternoon, cumulus clouds float in the clear blue sky. A breeze tickles tall pines while lush juniper bushes cling low to the ground. An easy hike to the top offers a panoramic vista, a hundred-mile viewscape. Undulating mountains fade from green to blue to gray as they recede into the distance while Caspian Lake shimmers silver in the heart of Greensboro village.
Just another magical day in the Northeast Kingdom.
One taste of Barr Hill gin evokes this land, with smooth honey balancing the resinous juniper. Somehow this unique spirit transcends seasons. It can be a piney fireside warmer or a back porch summer sipper. While most gins tend to the medicinal bordering on astringent, Barr Hill is soft and mellow. Blind taste testings with friends confirmed this gin can stand on its own, requiring no tonic. Serve it straight over ice, with perhaps a slice of lemon to meld with the subtle honey.
Left: Bottles of Barr Hill Gin lined up in front of a yellow lump of beeswax,
which is melted and used to seal the bottles. Right: Production assistant
Adam Mitchell dips the bottles into hot beeswax to create a fragrant seal.
This libation stems from the heart and soul of Todd Hardie, founder of Caledonia Spirits in 2008. Hardie, who lives on a hillside farm in Greensboro, named his company to honor the Northeast Kingdom county in which the spirits are produced. In ancient Latin, "Caledonia" means Scotland, where his ancestors have distilled J&W Hardie malt whisky since 1857.
"Hills, farms and distilleries are my heritage," he explained. The Hardwick-based company distills gin, vodka and whiskey under the Barr Hill label, along with Caledonia Elderberry cordial. Hardie spent three years working with a handful of dedicated individuals to develop high-quality spirits that reflect Vermont's terroir. The company's respect for agriculture is reflected in a quote from Hardie's great-grandfather that adorns the bottle label: "The best fertilizer is always the footprint of the farmer."
A lifelong beekeeper and advocate of Vermont agriculture, Hardie includes as much raw material from the region as possible to create a true farm-to-bottle product. "We have a relationship with the bees that produce our honey, with the land and the farmers who grow our corn, beets, barley, grain and elderberries. We strive to honor and strengthen those connections through our products."
The honey comes from a beekeeping family in New York State whom Hardie has known for three generations. Jack Lazor grows the corn at Butterworks Farm in Westfield while Bruce Kaufman and Judy Jarvis produce the sugar beets a few miles away at Riverside Farm in East Hardwick. Jon and Chris Piana have another field of beets farther south in Barnard at Fable Farm. According to Hardie, "The farmers help the distillery, and the distillery helps the farmers. It's a win-win."
Head distiller Ryan Christensen checks the fermenting beet mash inside a still.
And then there's the unexpected. In September, Pete Johnson (of Pete's Greens in Craftsbury) called and offered 2,800 pounds of sugar beets from his cooler. He had harvested the tops to sell as greens but had no market for the roots. So the beets traveled 12 miles from Pete's cooler into Caledonia's still, where they were transformed into ethanol and then vodka. Pete was happy to share his surplus and Hardie was delighted to incorporate his beets into their spirits. This exemplifies the synergy that distinguishes Vermont agriculture and business. Johnson agrees that one farm's excess can support another business. "I've known Todd Hardie since I was a kid and my mom would buy pails of honey from him. He has this way of wandering into a situation, making it work, finding ways to encourage and support. It's what happens here: friends helping friends."
Relationships and instinct. Hardie has spent his life following his heart. After graduating from Cornell in the 1970s, he worked as a commercial beekeeper in the Finger Lakes region of New York and then moved to the Champlain Valley. For 30 years, Hardie owned Honey Gardens, a Ferrisburgh-based company that produced apitherapy products; he also served as state bee inspector for 14 years. Hardie understands that taking care of his bees, his products, and his people is a lifetime commitment. "When you're working with bees, or growing an apple or cultivating a crop, to break even is a small miracle. We're in this business to nurture relationships and promote a culture of understanding."
Jon Piana, one of the farmers who grow beets for the company, admires Hardie's approach. "Todd is committed to helping young agrarians and Vermont farming in general. He's not afraid to experiment and find new materials that area farmers can grow and incorporate into value-added products."
Hardie believes that Vermont is an ideal place to develop a food or beverage business because people are so supportive. Jack Lazor, who started making organic yogurt at Butterworks Farm in 1979, shares this belief. "More power to anyone who can create a unique product in such a highly regulated market. I'm happy to have my corn and wheat go into a Vermont product."
Fortunately Vermont is one of the few states where you can go to the farmers market and pick up a bottle of spirits along with your produce. Caledonia Spirits has a stand at the markets in Hardwick, Montpelier and Burlington. According to Hardie, people taste the gin and vodka and love them. Then they head back through New England and Manhattan, spreading the word and asking their local restaurants and liquor stores to carry the product. The word of mouth helps tremendously.
Bottles and raw honey available for sampling and purchase
at the tasting room inside the Hardwick facility
So how are the spirits made? Head distiller Ryan Christensen explained the process. "First, we find a sustainable sugar source which we ferment and boil down until it condenses into pure ethanol. We use corn, sugar beets, honey, barley, wheat and rye, all of which is grown for us in Vermont, New York and Massachusetts. We distill the neutral spirits to 190 proof, then dilute them back to standard 80 or 90 proof. If we're making gin, we infuse honey and juniper. And even though vodka is essentially flavorless, the honey base adds subtle character."
Honey is full of surprises, sometimes tasting like wildflowers, berries or clover. When people think honey, they envision a thick golden liquid. However, that amber richness solidifies over time. Christensen recalled, "My first day on the job, we ran a barrel of solid raw honey through the still. We were using a shovel and drill, and mixing it with water, to get it into the still for fermentation." A 55-gallon drum of honey makes one batch of vodka, which translates into 150 to 170 (750 ml) bottles. That means four pounds of honey makes one bottle of vodka.
Christensen has been with Caledonia Spirits for about a year. He had owned a homebrew store in Plainfield but wanted to produce something on a commercial scale. The shift from beer to spirits was natural because of the fermentation process. "Fermentation is my background. I've fermented everything from kombucha to kimchi, sake, beer and wine." The distillation aspect is relatively simple once the system is mastered, but the adventure comes in barreling or blending the spirit. Christensen added, "Whiskey blending? That's an art."
Christensen's whiskey incorporates corn and wheat from Butterworks Farm. He believes strongly in using Vermont grains. "What I'd like to see is an option for GMO-free ethanol, made with grains from local farmers. If it's just redistilled whiskey that someone made in Iowa, it's not really local. I like the nutrients that come from the land around us."
The first batch of Barr Hill whiskey will be released in six months to a year while others will age in charred oak barrels for three to six years or longer, depending upon the flavor Christensen wishes to achieve. By law, whiskey must spend time in oak, if only for 36 hours, or else it is considered moonshine. The more time the whiskey spends in oak, the more its nuances develop. Maturity and complexity come with age.
Barr Hill spirits come in a short, stout clear bottle often used for whiskies. Each bottle has a birch-topped cork and is hand-dipped into melted beeswax, creating a fragrant golden seal and a distinct look. The cream-colored label bears a line drawing of the panoramic view from Barr Hill. The label was a team effort with area artists Serena Fox, Sophia Barsalow and Annemarie Curlin, who took sketchpads and cameras to Barr Hill in all seasons, looking across to the mountains and lake below. Not surprisingly, a honey bee hovers at the center of the label. (EGM should use this paragraph only if there's a close-up shot of the bottle label so people can see and understand.) Bill Owens, president and founder of the American Distilling Institute, visited Hardie and Christensen in September 2012.
According to Owens, there is a renaissance in gin and vodka right now because they are fast and relatively easy to make. Small-scale distillers can be creative with ingredients and run test batches until they perfect their recipe. "Grain-to-glass is the hottest thing out there, and using local ingredients is both essential and sensible," said Owens. "Craft distilleries have breathed fresh air into the liquor market because they're the antithesis of industrial mass-produced national brands. I tip my hat to the folks at Caledonia Spirits."
So what happens to the beet pulp that remains after processing? Hardie brings it home to the pigs on his hillside farm. Farm to bottle, fermentation tank to feed trough. Very Vermont.
Caledonia Spirits are available in Vermont state liquor stores and in some liquor stores in Massachusetts and New York. You can also purchase them online in 32 states. From May through October, Caledonia Spirits has a booth at three farmers markets (Hardwick, Burlington and Montpelier). The distillery is open for tastings and tours Monday through Saturday 10am to 5pm.
For more information, check out CaledoniaSpirits.com.


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30th Jan 2006, 08:37
Note in tech log: seat cover change required
30th Jan 2006, 09:48
"now do you believe me when i say wind direction is given as 'from'?"
30th Jan 2006, 09:49
The most impressive stupid and irresponsible thing I've seen comming from "pro"(?) pilots... :yuk:
30th Jan 2006, 10:37
Was that 20,000 pounds or kilograms of freight?
30th Jan 2006, 10:40
More flap! MORE FLAP! Flap MORE!
West Coast
30th Jan 2006, 12:12
Get rid of those hairdryers and sling some engines under that beast.
30th Jan 2006, 14:12
comrades checking the gradient from departure end
reverse engineering taken to a new level
pre t/o brief:
if an engine fails after rotation, what will be your actions?
i will switch the other two engines on
30th Jan 2006, 14:39
"I don't fcuking care what you did in the sim!!"
30th Jan 2006, 14:44
You guys obviously never flew the KC-135A model with the water injected engines. Looks fine to me...
30th Jan 2006, 14:48
"I don't fcuking care what you did in the sim!!"
Been there, done that taking-off from Plockton in a B747 (don't know HTF they got it in :ok: ). Worked a dream as the Jumbo paddled across the water just like a swan.
30th Jan 2006, 15:29
More coal dimitri.....:ooh:
Romeo Delta
30th Jan 2006, 15:32
Used to work baggage under S concourse at SEA (way back in the day), and used to watch the CO 742's fully loaded to Tokyo take most of the long runway to take off. A couple times I was sure the mains barely missed the approach lights at the end of the runway. :ooh:
I'm sure it was just an optical illusion, though. :cool:
30th Jan 2006, 15:34
You guys obviously never flew the KC-135A model with the water injected engines. Looks fine to me...
I try to avoid flying the 'A' model of anything
30th Jan 2006, 15:47
I used to park my car in the employee lot at the end of 27R in Atlanta.
When Kiwi was headed for the west coast in their old 727-200's with the dash 7 engines, all the car alarms would go off....
Marvin the Robot
30th Jan 2006, 15:57
"I thought you had control!"
30th Jan 2006, 15:57
If you look at flaps config...look more like ldg doctored pics:confused:
30th Jan 2006, 15:58
Guess that's the NOISE, Huck. When Bryanair used to use the 200s out of EGNT they sounded like heavyweights ripping the sky apart (707s or B52s) - but that was maybe because they were keen to get back to Eire quick before the bars closed.
30th Jan 2006, 15:59
"My turn to wash the plane?..............right then!"
Romeo Delta
30th Jan 2006, 16:19
If you look at flaps config...look more like ldg doctored pics:confused:
A lot of people have been saying this, but looking at other t/o pics of the IL86 on A.net, it appears that's the normal t/o flap config. Prolly just a particular quirk of that a/c.
30th Jan 2006, 16:30
Nah, I call bullsh*t.
Everyone knows there's no such thing as runway "60"
30th Jan 2006, 18:04
Obviously former Soviet Air Force pilots previously assigned to aircraft carriers.
Onan the Clumsy
30th Jan 2006, 18:14
Like a lot of pictures, it's what yu DON'T see that's important, and what yuo don't see here is the mechanic changing the two front tyres.
30th Jan 2006, 19:01
There doesn't appear to be any aircraft shadow on the runway,
and the flaps appear to be in landing config.
I may be doing the photographer a dis-service but it does not ring true
to me.
Send Clowns
30th Jan 2006, 19:29
Don't know the aircraft, so don't know the flap configurations (we can presume a short runway but unobstructed climbout, so max TO flap!) but there definitely is a shadow on the runway. Damned good photoshop if it is.
30th Jan 2006, 19:30
As I said in the thread on R&N, why aren't there any subsequent photos of it over the water and alike. That would have been more impressive.
Romeo Delta
30th Jan 2006, 19:45
Regarding flap position, I refer to my previous post. In case that doesn't sway you, perhaps some visual evidence is in order:
I think the flap position is simply that way for the IL86.
And I agree that there is a shadow. It's not a bold shadow as if there was bright sunlight, but it's there.
I also agree that following pics of the climbout over the water would have been very impressive.
I'm keeping an open mind. There are some great photoshoppers out there. This could be real. But then, it may not.
30th Jan 2006, 19:47
Great photoshoppers? Just ask our friend Farrell ;)
30th Jan 2006, 19:52
I try to avoid flying the 'A' model of anything
Sometimes you don't have the luxury.
At max weight of 297,000 you had 4 tiny J-57s huffing and puffing to lift that beast. It is easy to see why the SAC runways were all over 11,000ft.
On the other hand you had the H model BUF which had 8 TF-33s AND two HoundDogs hanging off the inboard station. Max weight and could go with a 35kt tailwind.
I also flew the O2A, early Lear 23s, 727s powered by -7 engines.. so a mix of good performers, not-so-good performers and in between.
Loose rivets
30th Jan 2006, 21:50
I would have expected to see a distortion of ground image, looking through the hot gasses of engines on full noise.
31st Jan 2006, 06:22
Most A.net photos ARE photoshopped in some form anyway! Not the place to go for "real" images.
Devlin Carnet
31st Jan 2006, 08:39
Does that type normally have three sets of main gear?
31st Jan 2006, 08:42
Is that thing taking off or landing? I think we should be told. ;)
31st Jan 2006, 08:48
If it was landing they would have overshot just a tad don't you think?
:eek: :eek:
31st Jan 2006, 09:14
Sam Chui has put a post on A net with the whole sequence of his photos.
thread located here
31st Jan 2006, 09:49
Well the russians did out do the chinese, but at least the chinese tried the same in something bigger:
31st Jan 2006, 10:27
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31st Jan 2006, 10:50
If you look at these pics (5 and 7) it seems that from that perspective the a/c is actually positioned left from that runway? Now I've been to HKT many times and I'm sure there's only one runway...
31st Jan 2006, 12:40
If you look at the series of 6 consecutive pics, you would imagine them to all be from the same position but the runway moves around too much in each shot and I would'nt have thought there would be any time available for repositioning to the degree indicated.
I vote photoshop
Send Clowns
31st Jan 2006, 13:13
Why do you say that, Ban-Jeaux :confused: As far as I can see the camera just pans round to follow the aircraft, the runway is in perfectly consistent position. In fact it is evidence against photoshop, unless you can think of a reason someone would have 8 different photos of the same empty runway! Most people would keep using the same background.
Kaos - I think it is just lower than you are imagining. Check out the shadow on the first one. It is so indistinct it would not be visible if the aircraft was higher and towards the camera, its position indicates the aircraft is over teh runway. The aircraft is genuinely only just lifting.
31st Jan 2006, 13:48
Jeez, I think some of you guys are in denial. You don't want it to be true and are trying your hardest to find evidence that suggests that it might not be quite genuine. Well, I've looked at the seven differnt images in sequence and have seen nothing that suggests that they are doctored.
Unpalatable as it might be, that aircraft was a cat's whisker away from disaster.
Jesus, I'm sounding like the fecking Sunday Mirror now... Nurse, nurse!!!!!
I still vote for genuine photos, though...
31st Jan 2006, 13:59
Unpalatable as it might be, that aircraft was a cat's whisker away from disaster.
Can you truthfully say that? Perhaps the pilot was 'sandbagging' and had been holding it down?
(Looks at sequence of photos for elevator angles . . . )
31st Jan 2006, 17:22
Can you truthfully say that? Perhaps the pilot was 'sandbagging' and had been holding it down?
(Looks at sequence of photos for elevator angles . . . )
I refer the honourable gentleman to the sentence that followed the above one:
Jesus, I'm sounding like the fecking Sunday Mirror now... Nurse, nurse!!!!!
Thankfully, the medication is working :eek:
It looks like a hairy take off, it might be normal operation for an IL86, I dunno. Don't get many of 'em in Prekkers so I don't see them first hand.
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31st Jan 2006, 19:03
i just showed this to mrs roc and she says "oooh the sea does look a bit funny doesn't it"
1st Feb 2006, 05:23
GlueBall, if you are going to quote facts, please make sure that they are correct :)
No civilian transport category jet cetificated anywhere in the world is certified to take off with more than 10kts tailwind.
Mr Boeing certifies some of his products with a 15kt tailwind!!!
Hermano Lobo
8th Feb 2006, 09:52
"I said rotate Tovarish not debate !":}
What are you lot complaing about ?
1) There is a curve to the Earth
2) The beach is lower than the runway
3) He didn't 'sink' like aircraft carrier take-offs
4) There are no obstacles to clear
5) He can maintain 300ft for 50 miles
6) Vaso supplies its crew with spare underwear
7) There is no longer the 'reward' of the Gulag
8) The IL-86 is underpowered in hot conditions
9) He wanted to show-off and wave to his Thai girlfriend on the beach
10) The prat got away with it
Does anybody know if the IL-86 is underwinged or just underpowered ?
Does the shadow at the end of the runway indicate a genuine photo ?
Any comments from Trident 1 pilots ?
8th Feb 2006, 10:03
"But Captain, at training school they told us to land on the piano keys......."
I take it the door is this way <----------
8th Feb 2006, 10:35
Are you sure it wasn't just an excellent reverse landing?
8th Feb 2006, 11:58
What is it about russian jet engines and hot conditions? Heard this before from pilots who flew older Russian jets who said they had to wait til the dead of night to take off from places like Dubai and barely scraped out, but that in very cold conditions, the same engines were super. Any care to enlighten?
Romeo Charlie
8th Feb 2006, 12:32
Dunno, but here's a guess....
Many older Russian aircraft had knackered engines with worn turbines. Thus they were less efficient and 'sucking' in air so in hot climes with warm less dense air they really struggled. At night with the cooler, more dense air they were ok.
As I say, just a guess - anyone else care to comment?
8th Feb 2006, 12:46
One has flown aeroflot's older Ilyushin fleet on a few occasions. It's certainly true that you can watch the grass at the departure end of the runway go past and it's still at at window height. What you need to do is pay a few extra dollars to go business and make use of the excellent vodka trolley. Seats were crap, and it was entertaining watching the hairy armed stewardesses attempting but failing to provide decent service (no different to our other favourite airlines I guess :)), but it would dull the fear factor. Now they have western jets it's just not the same.
Lord Snot
8th Feb 2006, 14:07
Maybe the Russians decided on the "Improved Climb" scenario for that take-off and got carried away, using every inch of the runway. But they forgot the DER leads to ocean, not normally known for containing significant obstacles.
My only other theory is during the take-off, the capt's wallet got jammed between the seat and the prong.....
8th Feb 2006, 19:38
Any of you ever been in that "situation" before? Remember "WAT"?
8th Feb 2006, 21:05
Never flown in an Ilyushin but did fly in a Yak-42 a couple of years back (what joy). One of the things I remember was that the take off and climb were at a subjectively much steeper angle than a western plane. This was apparently normal practice.
Say again s l o w l y
8th Feb 2006, 22:43
I can't see the problem.
It's the perfect reduced thrust Take Off. The bean counters must be so proud!


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after an hour or so of non-shop top i remembered that i had rode my bike in, and it was getting late… and i had two awesome beers. it had been a very active day that included a ride to work and a lunch race/ride. i didn't have much to eat except for some "munchies" and a vitamin water. so these two beers were sitting pretty well inside me when i started my journey back to the car. i set up my lights, and stuffed my bags, and put in my buds and rode off into the dark. now that i think about it, i had my vest with me, but completely forgot about it…hmm. i wasn't drunk or anything, but i could feel the beer's effect as i pedaled harder and harder.
the trail was dark and cool with the after glow of a recently full moon, and lights reflecting on the calm polluted river water. kind of eerie but cool. the first time i rode home on the denver bike path in the dark i was a little afraid, but tonight i was much more relaxed. it was really nice tonight, there was a slight breeze, just enough to keep the bugs out of the air, and not enough to slow me down. i was spinning lightly and the legs were good and the music was so appropriate. psychedelic sounds of the dandy warhols was just unbelievable. i was in my own world for a brief memorable moment.
i wasn't really thinking about anything, but i was observing everything. that's usually what hapens at night, the senses are higher and not too many things go unnoticed. i could tell that my headlight were shining backwards…wait what? that wasn't my headlight, someone was behind me. i turned back to look and could only see one really bright light. for a moment i thought it might be the trail police [if there is such a thing] trying to catch me because i wasn't supposed to ride the path at night. i kind of slowed down a moved to the left to let him pass. as he passed i could see that it was in fact someone training for a triathlon, or something because they had aero bars. this is not right i hate getting passed by anyone, especially someone with aero bars. so i switched into a bigger gear and started my chase.
it wasn't difficult to catch him, but after a short time at maximum lactic threshold, my beer began to work its way back out. i had to really step it up to keep it down. but to get dropped by aero bars? i couldn't let myself get dropped, and after a couple of times of nearly loosing it, i finally managed to stop thinking about my stomach and focus on the light in front of me. i could see in the dark distance that he was looking back and trying to accelerate. each time he looked back i would get a little further behind. i decided to turn off my head light and ride in the pale moon light. it worked. in just a minute or two he looked back and then started cruising. ha ha my evil paln worked to a tee! with one little exception. now i was sprinting and i couldn't exactly see where i was going. nothing new for me, i often ride with faulty lighting.
finally i got close enough to him that he could see my tail lights. by then he knew wasn't messing with a normal person. at the next junction, he turned off and never looked back at me. i kept going for another mile or so at this super fast about to throw up pace. when i finally let up, i no longer felt the effects from my beers, except for the fact that i was super thirsty.
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Log of the first bike ride to the South Pole. Daniel Burton, owner of Epic Biking rode a bike from Hercules Inlet on the coast of Antarctica to the South Pole. It has been attempted by others but Daniel Burton is the only person to actually do it.
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Penguin hunting
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- AnonymousJanuary 29, 2014 at 1:54 PM
Although it is not nearly what you have / had on the GPS, I have saved every point that was pinged out on the DeLorme system. That includes all of the points which are beyond the 85th latitude line.ReplyDelete
I'm not there with you and yet can still read into how tired and wiped out you must be. This may be a dumb question but considering your somewhat tortured mind and body are you 100% sure the GPS was even on your bike, as in you remember it being there when leaving to find penguins? Do they have any onboard tracking capabilities like many smartphones have these days? Man, perhaps it's just wishful thinking but I can't help hoping it's with you, or there's some way to track and retrieve it. What about ALE, were they tracking you and perhaps have similar data to yours? Whatever the outcome it's my opinion that your making the journey and the stories your mind holds is the best data of all, more important you survive the trip home with those memories and stories to tell than any piece of hardware and software! Best wishes, take care of yourself right now please. My back is in so much pain the last 12 days or so that I've literally screamed out loud in agony just trying to get out of bed or from a sitting position so I've not commented on your posts as much as I'd have liked. Despite the pain, or being bedridden from same, I never stopped following you. Get that mind, body, spirit back to better health and just get yourself home in one piece. My thoughts and prayers, as always, are with you. Maybe the young men you'd met, if you did have the GPS and did drop it near them, and they did pick it up, just maybe they'll also find it in their hearts to find a way to get it back to you, that too is still possible. I'll try writing more later as my health allows. Pain or no pain I'll still be watching, you can count on that! Be well, my Brother, keep the faith and be well!
- AnonymousJanuary 30, 2014 at 2:24 PM
I'm starting to doubt this whole South Pole story if you gave up on a short outing to the penguin petting zoo. Then you conveniently lost all your GPS evidence? Hmm.ReplyDelete
Kidding. I hope you can get the GPS back. Thanks for inspiring us with your awesomeness.


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Jamal Crawford missed five of his first six shots Saturday, a clear sign the Clippers reserve shooting guard was out of rhythm after sitting out the last five games recovering from a strained left calf.
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Mike Epps is one busy man. Two television shows, an upcoming biopic where he will portray comedy legend Richard Pryor and a new comedy tour (Don't Take It Personal) that kicks off February 5th at Madison Square Garden.
The comedian and actor talks to the Tom Joyner Morning Show about his new ABC show starring he and Nia Long, rumors about him being fired on Survivor's Remorse and his upcoming Richard Pryor biopic starring Oprah, Eddie Murphy and Kate Hudson.
On rumors that he is leaving Survivor's Remorse?
"Yeah I'm coming back. You know there was a rumor I died on the show. When I got the Uncle Buck show they knew I was going to go to ABC over STARZ. I wasn't the lead on the STARZ show. I think when it came up, instead of kicking me off the show, they made it look like it was over," Epps said.
On his new show Uncle Buck and the upcoming Richard Pryor biopic:
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What he does to relax:
"When I have too much free time I get in trouble. It's either go to work or be on TMZ. It keeps my mind busy."
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This was offered in a recent email from William Morrow. I'm a sucker for short stories and loved the last book by Joe Hill, so happily agreed to a review and downloaded the ebook that afternoon!
Dean Koontz is one of my favorite authors so I put this on hold as soon as I heard about it! There were already about 30 people ahead of me for the regular version but only 5 down for the large print copy, so I got the large print!
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Mixed Team Relay WC
Sunday, July 19, 2015
estimated time: 16:45 live (Hamburg time)
The race will be broadcasted live on ARD!
ITU's Triathlon Mixed Relay format also known as 4 x Mixed Relay, consists of teams of four, compromised of two men and two women. Each athlete completes a mini triathlon of swimming, cycling and running, before tagging their team mate. Races last between an hour and ninety minutes depending on the course layout and are very explosive and exciting to watch.
The 2015 Team World Championships will take place in Hamburg, Germany on July 19!
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Swim Course: 300m / 1 lap
The swim start is at "Kleine Alster". There is one lap to swim. The turning point is directly behind the bridge Reesendammbrücke. Therefore athletes have to swum though the tunnel twice. Swim exit is at "Kleine Alster" too.
Bike Course: 6,6km / 2 laps
Generally flat profile with no noteworthy climbs. There are two laps of 3.3km to ride; in total 6600m. The route is technically demanding, due to many changes of direction and tight turns. Very good tarmac surface.
Run Course: 1,6 km / 1 lap 0,85m and 1 lap 0,75m
Generally flat course. There are two laps to run; 1st lap - 848 m & 2nd lap - 766m. One 180° turns per lap. Very good tarmac surface.
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The second film from the ladies of Too Hard, Still Hard is Danyale Patterson's brain child. This film features soon to be legends like Danyale, as well as many up and coming ladies, all of whom worked super hard for this 2013 release. Enjoy some good tunes and trippy editing while watching these ladies raise the bar for women's snowboarding.
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Hopefully you snow lovers have been out there preparing for winter. I've been doing some skating, working out and enjoying all the great snow porn out there.
If you didn't make it to Jake Blauvelt's new film premiere, Naturally here in Burlington on September 27th, you missed a showing of some amazing powder turns 2 years in the making (in part due to a shoulder injury). The film focused on Blauvelt's back country riding mainly taking part in untracked British Columbia, while intertwining a story line on his road to recovery. A great documentary, it also introduces the snowboarder's newly formed non-profit cause, Mountain Light Project which focuses on getting kids snowboarding who would not normally have the opportunity to do so. Definitely worth a watch, check it out!
Another premiere is happening this Friday at UVM. Celebrating 10 years of shred, Think Thank Productions; Think Thank is Brain Dead and Having a Heart Attack is being shown at 7:30 (doors at 7). It is sure to be one of the best freestyle videos this year, so if you are interested, get on this opportunity. Below is a Facebook link to the event.
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If you are looking for something to do this weekend and are going to be around the Burlington area, Jake Blauvelt's new flick, Naturally will be premiering at the Roxy theatre downtown. Come have a good time and support another local Vermont rider!
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12 June 2018
The Statement of Cooperation has been recently signed by the Chief Executive Officer of the Astana Financial Services Authority (AFSA) Mr. Stephen Glynn and Chief Executive of the Registration Authority of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) Mr. Dhaher Bin Dhaher Al Mheiri.
The objective of the Statement of Cooperation is to work towards the attainment of the mutual understanding of the legislative, procedural and information technology frameworks in their respective jurisdictions in the area of registering companies and other legal entities.
Parties have also agreed to provide mutual assistance and to share 'best practice' necessary to facilitate the performance of the functions of each Authority, and mutual training and secondment opportunities for the staff of each Authority. Agreement will enhance the exchange of information on public events taking place in both jurisdictions with relevance to the operations of a registry, and to exchange of views between the Authorities about matters of common interest, such as the development of international standards impacting on registries and trends in the development of registries' services and operations.
"This Statement of Cooperation confirms our mutual intension for effective and extensive collaboration. We are confident that it will bring benefits not only to us as financial centres, but also to businesses within both jurisdictions by constant improvement of our functions and services", - said Mr. Glynn.
Dhaher AL Muhairi, Chief Executive Officer of the Registration Authority of ADGM stated: "One of ADGM's major strengths is to create a mutual partnership with registries of leading companies around the world in order to maintain and share best practices in international standards. This partnership presents a unique opportunity for our employees to develop their skills and share knowledge. We look forward to working closely with our partner to support the companies registries' development in ADGM."
About the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC)
The AIFC was established by the initiative of the President of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev and operates as per the Constitutional Law "On the Astana International Financial Centre" dated December 2015. The AIFC aims at attracting investment into the Kazakh economy through the establishment of an attractive and business friendly environment for financial services and capital markets, including securities, insurance, banking and Islamic finance the Republic of Kazakhstan. www.aifc.kz
The Astana Financial Services Authority (AFSA) is the independent regulator of the Astana International Financial Centre, a legal entity and statutory body of the Republic of Kazakhstan, which is established in accordance with the Constitutional Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On the Astana International Financial Centre" for the purposes of regulating activities related to financial services in the Astana International Financial Centre (the 'AIFC'). As such the AFSA administers the
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"We are not a reading people, and there are light years between civilization and us," my high school principal in Kafr Raina in the Lower Galilee would say over the loudspeaker once a week before we entered our morning classes. This statement seeped into the consciousness of the sleepy students and shaped their view of reality. Although the school library was big, it was pretty quiet.
The teachers also perpetuated the saying "the Arab people are not a reading people." They stood helpless in front of us with Arab literature curricula that hadn't been refreshed for years. They were stuck with boring, modernist Egyptian literature.
"If I had sufficed with what I learned in school, I would have been illiterate," says Hisham Nafaa, a writer and journalist from Beit Jann who lives in Haifa. "I don't think the Education Ministry understands that part of its job is to provide culture to Arab society."


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Hardwood floors are timeless and beautiful. You can find hardwood floors to match with any decor or style. Even if you tire of the style you choose now, you can sand them down and change the stain to match with your new decor if you choose. If you have hardwood floors, there are things you can do to maintain them to keep them looking great year after year. Read on for four tips to keep your hardwood floors in great shape.
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Replacing old tile flooring can be a great move when the existing flooring has a lot of damage that can't simply be repaired. If repairing the floor isn't an option, you'll want to see exactly what you can do to replace the tile flooring so that it looks fantastic and won't need to be replaced again anytime soon. With new tile flooring picked out with the following tips in mind, you can feel good about your decision of picking out new floors.
23 January 2019
Between your rambunctious kids and unruly pets, your home's stairs take quite a beating. If your stairs are looking worse for the wear and you are looking for an upgrade rather than a makeover, laminate products are a great option. Here are a few of the many reasons why you should choose laminate products for your stairs. Laminate Stairs Are Cost-Effective According to Diffen, the average homeowner can expect to spend anywhere from $3 to $11 per square foot for the cost of materials and installation.
25 October 2018
If you want to give your home a trendy industrial-inspired look, consider installing concrete floor tiles. As durable as they are attractive, cement flooring comes in a wide array of looks and will add instant appeal to your house. Concrete, or cement, floor tile are available in several different colors, including both light and dark slate grey, white and even a silver tone. You can choose from large, smooth tiles for a minimalist warehouse look, or smaller, rectangular or square tiles featuring a textured finish.
19 April 2018
If you plan on upgrading to hardwood floors, there are a few steps you can take to reduce the time and labor it will take the installers to install your new floors. Remove Your Old Floors The first thing you need to do is remove your old carpet, before you put in hardware floors. You should vacuum the carpet, so you don't stir up a lot of dust. as you are taking the carpet out of your home.
29 January 2018
If you're going to be redoing the flooring in your deli, don't forget about the floor drain. You might not think you need it, but once you get busy making sandwiches, you'll be glad that you had the floor drain inspected before you put the new flooring down.You might not realize this, but your floor drain should be inspected and cleaned at least once a year. A well-working drain system can help prevent a wide variety of problems that you'll want to avoid in your deli.
29 November 2017
Hardwood floors can give a classic and beautiful look to your home's interior, but they also require special care and maintenance to keep them looking their best. Here are some tips to help you clean and maintain your hardwood floors. Prevent Damage One of the best ways to keep your hardwood floors looking their best is to clean them regularly to prevent damage. Damage can still occur from the claws of any pets in your home, accidentally dropping heavy or sharp items onto the floor, and scratches to the floor from sliding furniture, but regular cleaning can prevent additional damage.
28 August 2017
Upgrading your floor is often a matter of necessity as much as it is a matter of style. That is, your floor might be worn out and susceptible to water damage if you don't properly maintain it over the years. The fact of the matter is, floors are often the first thing that need to be upgraded in a home. But updating your flooring is also a great way to make your rooms look more modern.
18 August 2017
Having carpet installed in your commercial building takes careful thought so the patterns line up and the seams are in the ideal location. Your carpet installers put in a lot of planning before the actual work even begins so the job will go as smoothly and quickly as possible. Here are a few important things to know about commercial carpet installation. Picking The Carpet There are several options in commercial carpet and two of the most important things to consider are pile density and color.
12 August 2017
If your home has hardwood floors, you will need to have a fairly reasonable understanding of the needs of this type of flooring option. Yet, homeowners will often find themselves making mistakes that greatly compromise the appearance and integrity of the floor. Will Rugs Damage Your Hardwood Floors? There is a common assumption that placing rugs on hardwood flooring can cause considerable damage to them. Often, this belief is based on the idea that these rugs will scratch the floors or trap moisture against them.
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Shop selling retropie
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I have found this shop in Spain selling a pack with retropie installed. Is this legal?
@briefer Anybody selling RetroPie images are doing it illegally. The software has specific licensing that prohibits the selling of it and if these come preloaded with ROMs, then it's definitely illegal.
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Thank you, Markyh.
I hope the admin will take action.
@briefer Sadly, nothing really comes of it even if the likes of eBay and Amazon are selling them. They're not too bothered so long as they're getting their cut.
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What a coincidence, I just saw an news update in my Facebook feed of RetroEngine Sigma. Sigh... On their site they say the following:
"The system comes with several pre-installed games that work out of the box. "
Can't someone just take them down?
I simply dont understand why they started a campaign for money? So I need to pay them once they reach a goal of 20 000USD they will start making the products which I still have to pay for even after I donated money? HAHAHA. Why would anyone back them? That just doesn't make sense, they want to produce a product which already basically exist right?
I feel sorry for people who backed this project, you can get a Rpi 3 set for less than 50USD. RetroPie is free. If you really want to go hardcore you can buy an awesome case.
I think these kind of money worshiping a-holes are giving RetroPie a bad reputation.
@markyh444 Do you think the RetroPie team could take them down? I've seen many people selling RetroPie loaded with games on eBay.
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@PetroRie preaching to the choir.
Problem is these companies are also money worshipping a holes as you say. They don't care about legalities as long as they get their cut. The only way would be to get a registered trademark and fight them against that with a lawyer but even then... Joys of open source.
@PetroRie I think they've tried with limited success. From what @herb_fargus has said in the past, the likes of kickstarter etc aren't too interested and eBay and Amazon make it really difficult to report these sellers effectively and have the listings removed.
@herb_fargus I know it sounds wrong what I'm going to say but these kind of activities are giving piracy a bad name. Normally piracy wasn't like how it was now, it was limited and acceptable only to a group of "sceners", people who saw the protection on software as a challenge to tackle. "warez" was only available to the people who're a part of the scene and was on FTP servers. Nowadays everything get leaked by some greedyass gadmin who wants to impress his friends with his 1TB box till they get exposed.
I was a software cracker and a game hacker and joined an 0day group, I cracked many applications, removed the protectors, made many game trainers for PC games etc. It's just a challenge, but the people who're giving it a bad name are the ones who sell it for profit. I never liked it when someone sold anything, its just wrong. I remember a couple years ago there was one guy who had set up a site and sold copies of XBOX360 and Wii games. The site got eventually closed and he got busted.
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I'm glad RetroPie has so many options and that the configuration can be a pain in the ass for a non tech savy person. If RetroPie would go mainstream I think it would negatively impact the project.
I would say lets report these people to Nintendo lol or any other anti software piracy organization who takes action against these kind of activities.
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There was this case regarding software that was developed by a group of individuals and then sold by another
There might be something there worth looking at but from memory I think it cost a lot of money to prove the case.
I just saw this in my Facebook feed about Retrostation Sigma:
Raised $200k in 48h! Don't forget to get yours from $59.
--> 1000% Funded in 48h
--> Limited number of Early Birds
What did I just see? LMAO. The first sentence is hilarious. And what do they even mean 1000% funded? So if I donated like 10USD and re-funded my money I would receive a 1000% extra of the money I donated? Who this is a casino in reverse.
What do they even mean with limited number of early bids? Are they trying to re-create a mini NES situation? So people can bid for some devices before they start selling them? Whats the point of that, I think this is an OrangePi with RetroPie on it. It's not a rare item...
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New one that Facebook thought I might be interested in... http://joysticked.co.uk
Even says, right there, clear as day, that it comes pre-loaded with RetroPie and puts a link to the site there. Surely that's enough @BuZz @herb_fargus to get them?
Oh, and they all come loaded with ROMs.
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@markyh444 I wrote to the hosting company, but often things like this get ignored. Even if they did get closed, they could just put their site up on another web host.
@BuZz fingers crossed. I'm getting sick of people ripping this project off for a quick buck. Makes me sad inside... 😪
@markyh444 The NES cart was done buy a guy on YouTube. I think they started to selling them after they watched his clips lol.
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I got a reply:
Thanks for this - I'll forward the report onto the reseller hosting the website.
(The reseller may well be the person themselves or a friend, so I don't think much will happen).
@BuZz As another update, Facebook keeps telling me to order one of these.
I read some of the comments and one fella asked the poignant question of how he managed to get permission from all the many many copywrite holders to do this. He had no replies.
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@BuZz Facebook keeps telling me to order one of these.
I have the same problem. They have been spamming me over and over. Well, at least some of the comments are fun to read.
Just had another look at the Facebook page and I think @BuZz got their website suspended. But they've moved to a shopify site now.
@buzz Looks like they've got the original site back now... 😪
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@markyh444 hosted on their home broadband now. Nothing that can be done - could keep reporting them, but there are so many people doing this. Just have to not worry about them.
Contributions to the project are always appreciated, so if you would like to support us with a donation you can do so here.
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Ensure – Helps Support Digestion
With age, the digestive tract begins to degenerate; less gastric acid and less enzymes needed for digestion are secreted; intestinal motility decreases and constipation increases1.
Taking control of your digestive health can help your digestive system function more efficiently, improving your overall health and sense of well-being.
Nutrients play a vital role in digestive health2.
Vitamin A, B12, and folic acid
These micronutrients are essential for healing of gastrointestinal tract and digestive enzyme production. Nutritional status can be seriously compromised if they are deficient2.
Soluble Fibre FOS
FOS (fructo-oligosaccharide) has been progressively known for its "prebiotic" effects. This means, it serves as a nutrient for the good bacteria that occur naturally in the intestine. FOS thus promotes the ability of these bacteria to improve overall health and promote proper digestion3,4.
Ensure contains fructo-oligosaccharide (FOS), Vitamin A, B12 and folic acid that can help in overall digestive health
- http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1521691801902628
- Nichols T and Faass N. Optimal Digestive Health: A Complete Guide. Inner Traditions / Bear & Co (2005): 289-300. Available at https://books.google.co.in/books?id=YVDZtS4zAU8C&pg=PA104&dq=Nichols+T+and+Faass+N.+Optimal+Digestive+Health:+A+Complete+Guide&hl=en&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiFuKeA-K_PAhUGs48KHcngCfAQ6AEIHDAA#v=onepage&q=Nichols%20T%20and%20Faass%20N.%20Optimal%20Digestive%20Health%3A%20A%20Complete%20Guidefructo&f=false. Accessed on Sep 27, 2016.
- Nutrition and ageing. Available at http://www.kznhealth.gov.za/nutrition/ageing.htm. Accessed on Sep 27, 2016.
- 10 Steps to Build and Maintain Digestive Health. Available at http://www.californiadriedplums.org/nutrition/digestive-health/10-steps-to-build-and-maintain-digestive-health. Accessed on Sep 27, 2016.


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Carnitine is an amino acid-like compound that helps the body produce energy. While readily abundant in meats and dairy foods, some people take carnitine in supplement form to increase vitality. Carnitine transports fatty acids to the "factory" portion of cells, which then convert the fat into energy that the heart, muscles, and other body tissues can use.
Without enough carnitine to move fatty acids to the right place, your body will eventually wear down, and you may feel drained and tired. The heart in particular is highly dependent on carnitine, and taking it in supplement form is currently being explored as an option for speeding recovery after a heart attack as well as for treating angina (chest pain), arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats), and congestive heart failure.
Carnitine plays a critical role in metabolizing a number of other important substances as well, which helps to explain why it holds promise for so many disorders.
� Some studies indicate that carnitine may improve endurance in those weakened by disease, and boost an immune response in people who are HIV-infected.
� A form of carnitine that is produced naturally in the brain--acetyl-L-carnitine, or ALC--is currently being studied in supplement form as a possible treatment for memory loss associated with aging and Alzheimer's disease.
� Studies are conflicting regarding the effectiveness of carnitine for enhancing athletic performance by improving energy and fat metabolism. A positive effect appears most pronounced for endurance-related events, such as cycling and long distance running.
Carnitine supplements are particularly valuable for people with conditions that can interfere with its absorption, including various liver and kidney problems, metabolic stress, long-term alcohol use, and in some cases, a high-fat diet. So check with your doctor if you have any concerns. A simple urine test can determine if you have a carnitine deficiency.
On supplement labels, amino acids are often prefaced with the letter L or the letter D. Purchase only the L-carnitine form, since it most resembles the carnitine produced naturally by the body.
There are no drug or nutrient interactions associated with carnitine.
� Higher than commonly recommended doses can apparently promote an unusual body odor
500 mg L-carnitine 3 times a day on an empty stomach
500 mg L-carnitine 3 times a day
Congestive Heart Failure
1,000 mg (2 capsules) L-carnitine 2 or 3 times a day on an empty stomach
Heart Disease Prevention
500 mg L-carnitine twice a day
Skin Health
acetyl-L-carnitine: 500 mg twice a day on an empty stomach
Weight Loss
500 mg L-carnitine 3 times a day
Sports Injuries
1,000 mg L-carnitine, 30 minutes before breakfast; do not confuse it with acetyl-L-carnitine, a different substance.


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Betatakin, part of Navajo National Monument, occupies a large cave in the north wall of an unnamed south fork of Laguna Canyon,1 which latter empties into Tyende Creek at Marsh Pass. Betatakin means "House Built on a Ledge" in Navajo. About 15 miles northeast of the Pass is Kayenta, founded by Wetherill and Colville as a trading post late in 1909 and since grown into an … [Read more...]
Before you get behind the wheel, slip into your 'travel mode'
A national survey shows that nearly half of drivers engage in some sort of angry behavior. According to the survey, 30 percent of adult drivers complain about other drivers; 17 percent yell at other motorists; 3 percent chase them or prevent them from passing. Another 1 percent to 2 percent had gotten out of their cars to hurt or argue with other drivers, deliberately hit … [Read more...]
Asleep at the wheel?
You might not realize you are drowsy You say you don't drive for long hours at a time and you're rarely behind the wheel in the middle of the night. So falling sleep at the wheel can't happen to you. Wrong. If you think about it, you'll have to admit there have been times when you were drowsy while driving your car or truck. Though you didn't realize it at the time, your … [Read more...]
Month-Ahead Travel Planner – March 2008
New Orleans, San Antonio celebrate in April French Quarter Festival to be held April 11-13 If you like to stroll about while listening to all kinds of music, New Orleans' French Quarter Festival will fill the bill and then some. Free music and concerts will be offered on 15 stages. The festival focuses on all that makes the French Quarter special. Nearly half a million people … [Read more...]


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It's time for my February Goal setting,
as I continue on with A Lovely Year of Finishes.
I'm going to keep going with the butterfly quilt from do. Good Stitches.
Last month I completed my goal of making blocks and getting it into a top.
For February I'm going to really stretch myself and get it
layered, quilted and bound.
That's a lot for me.
I should pick something more doable,
but I need to get it finished and move on.
My month is filled with other quilty projects.
I will be finishing up on my DQS13 mini and get it sent to off my partner.
I'm hoping to get it finished this weekend
Currently I am getting ready to quilt it and
make some final border width decisions.
I joined the Scrappy Trip craze.
I was already getting ready to start a Scrap Vomit/Drano Quilt,
so I just jumped on the Scrappy Trip wagon.
I currently have 10 blocks done and a whole lot to go,
but I've put them aside for now.
I'm hoping to squeak out a few more blocks real soon.
I'm thinking large, maybe a picnic quilt or queen size for a bed.
I'm not sure yet, but I love making these trippy blocks.
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Feather Edge offers beautifully handcrafted tableware, linen, and home accessories. See www.featheredge.com or visit Charter Walk Kitchen Living in Haslemere to view the full range.
Owner Amber Craven is offering Lifemags readers the chance to win a £150 voucher and two luxury essential candles in our Life in Haslemere competition.
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