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When disaster strikes, these dogs are ready for work
On January 12, 2010, a 7.0 earthquake hit the capital city of the poorest county in the Western Hemisphere, dumping 19 million cubic yards of rubble and debris on Port au Prince, Haiti, and its people.
Two-year-old German shepherd Racker, of Eastport, rushed to the disaster, along with search-and-rescue dogs from France and Mexico.
Racker worked at night over deep voids traversing a bridge made from a wrought-iron scroll fence. Search-and-rescue dogs like him maneuver across collapsed structures, through piles of twisted metal, crushed cement and stone shards, navigating dangerous and unstable surfaces amidst turmoil.
Ignoring their eyes and ears, rescue dogs sniff and search an invisible, inaccessible live human scent. Often, what a dog doesn't find is as important as what it does, as once a dog clears an area, the searchers can move on.
Hours after Japan's March 11, 2011, earthquake and tsunami, Racker went to work again.
In Prince George's County's June 29 paper warehouse collapse, Racker and his young colleague Ventoux sat on the sidelines: All but one worker escaped the avalanche, and that recovery took cadaver dogs.
Disaster rescues are all in a day's work for Elizabeth Kreitler and Racker who, with Elizabeth Chaney and Ventoux of Perfect Pet Resort in Lothian, are two of 13 dog-human couples who make up the Virginia Task Force 1 Team, which responds to disasters worldwide.
Urban search-and-rescue dogs like Racker and Ventoux have one goal: finding people trapped alive under collapsed structures. Their success is a win-win situation for both the dog and the handler. For the dog, a toy and a game of tug rewards a job well done. For the handler: A lost person is found.
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Success in this tough job begins before the dog is born. Genetics drives these dogs. Belgian malinois like Ventoux, border collies, German shepherds like Racker, golden and Labrador retrievers have the agility, athleticism and minds for the job.
These working dogs retain an in-born prey drive — a strong desire for the chase, hunt and grab-bite, part of the genetic motor pattern inherited from wolves. Handlers like Kreitler redirect those genetic instincts to jobs in narcotics, bomb sniffing and search and rescue.
"To bark at a live invisible scent and get a reward is a piece of cake to the dog," Kreitler says.
|Elizabeth Kreitler and Racker.
Not every dog rises to the demand. Disaster dogs need exceptionally high drive. Shaping in puppyhood builds on the strengths that breeding brings.
"You've got to instill that boldness and confidence that they own the world initially," Kreitler says. "We can't squelch any of his drive, whatever amount is in him, by putting control on a puppy, because you'll never get it back out."
If a puppy knocks over the trash, fine. Independence, pushiness and curiosity are good qualities for a good rescue dog.
So is obedience, and achieving the right balance takes about two years. During job grooming, the dog lives under strict control.
"Until the dog understands that his life is one of a job," Racker's partner says, "you can't treat them like household pets because that becomes the way they look at life."
Many live in a crate or kennel throughout training. Crate training establishes a work ethic. "Every time they come out of the crate, they need to think they're going to work," Kreitler says.
Their walks are regimented. During search work, these dogs must adhere to a strict schedule including set times for relieving themselves: the beginning and the end.
"They can't stop and smell the roses when searching," Kreitler says. "So you can't allow it even when they're a young dog going for a walk because then it becomes a habit."
Job Training
Out of 100, maybe one or two make the cut to urban search-and-rescue dog. Hundreds of miles, thousands of dollars and countless hours of training stand behind such pros.
Job training begins with pulling out the prey drive and promoting the game. The reward for hard work is a toy and a game of tug. In an elaborate game of hide and seek, handlers run from the dog and hide with the toy. When the dog finds them, playing together is the reward.
"They want the active toy and the game. Dogs don't want a dead toy. The reward is not the tug, but the game itself," Kreitler says.
By the time the dog is on a real search, he's willingly looking for trapped survivors.
"A canine in prey drive has higher pain tolerance, more endurance and greater single-mindedness and that's the attitude we need a canine to take to rubble search work," Kreitler says.
"Dogs work a rough course," Kreitler explains. Each site is like a new dog park, an invitation for exploration.
Exercises and apparatus help prepare them for the job ahead.
Jump-ups work their rear end for strength. Platforms similar to baseball diamonds with bases 25 yards apart are used for direction work. Go-through tunnels with right angles prepare dogs for tunnel vision. Teetering practice on wobbly surfaces, like seesaws, ensures stability and patience. Bark barrels, concealing a person inside, reinforce a dog's scent reliability.
On the road to certification, dogs are tested on each skill plus obedience, down-stay and agility.
The goal, Kreitler says, is for the dog to "have that give-me attitude when you ask them to search after many stressful hours of travel and deprivation of food and water."
A Girl and Her Dog
|Ventoux and owner Elizabeth Chaney.
Like Racker, Kreitler is pretty Type A. A corporate advertising executive for Time magazine, she retired to full-time dog handling.
She'd had dogs as pets, and she'd taught scuba diving to people, but search and rescue was a leap of faith.
After deciding a German shepherd was the dog for the job, Kreitler bought Racker sight unseen at 10 months. Racker was a green dog, untrained but with a strong drive.
He confirmed her faith when she put him to the test.
"Racker just saw me on the rubble and said okay where is she going?" Kreitler recalls. "I could tell by the way he moved, he had a ton of drive."
Search-and-rescue teams train endlessly for a call that may never come. Chaney's dog Ventoux, the youngest on the team and newly certified, is still awaiting his first assignment. But with life and death in the balance, success depends on being ready.
Everyday dogs can see how the other half lives at Basic Foundation and Agility Classes at Perfect Pet Resort: 410-741-0000; www.perfectpetresort.com.


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The Fall of Terra is a scenario book for use with the BattleTech tabletop game. It also provides some details that allow use with BattleSpace and MechWarrior game systems. It provides 16 scenarios that lead the players through the Word of Blake campaign to wrest control of Terra from ComStar, as well as a sourcebook section leading up to the main event.
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| Since the Battle of Tukayyid, ComStar has been torn asunder. The misguided Blakists still adhere to the old ways that shrouded technology in a veil of mysticism for hundreds of years. While the Inner Sphere was caught up in the Jade Falcon attack on Coventry, the Word of Blake struck Terra quickly and without mercy, using deep-cover agents to cripple us from within. From this terrible blow, ComStar—and Terra—may never recover.
–From the diary of Sharilar Mori, Primus of ComStar
The lies of Focht's ComStar have gone unanswered long enough. The time has come to drive the heretics from the cradle of humanity. Then the purifying light of Blake's True Vision will shine again on Terra, the gleaming gem set at the heart of the Inner Sphere. Then all will know that the true ComStar, the Word of Blake, has returned to guide them through the darkness of ignorance.
The Fall of Terra is a BattleTech scenario pack that describes the struggle for control of the Earth between the warring factions of ComStar. Sixteen scenarios and special weather rules recreate the major battles of this campaign. Also included is a sourcebook section describing the history and features of 31st-century Terra.
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- Operation Odysseus
- Gathering Storm
- A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing
- Homecoming
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- When the Bough Breaks
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- Nowhere to Run
- Give Me Liberty...
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- Fields of Camlann
- Who Dares Wins
- Croeso Y Cymru
- Season's End
- Interesting Times
- God of War
- Per Ardua Ad Astra
- End of the Line
- War Without End
- Troop Placements
- Com Guard Activity
- The Ongoing Campaign
- Equipment
- New Equipment
- Personalities
- Trent Arian, Word of Blake Precentor Martial
- Adept Edelle Kearny, Acting Commander, Com Guard 201st Division, Alpha and Beta Battalions
- Suzanne Mulvanery, Commander, Shadow Lancers
- Demi-Precentor Sharon Gardbaum, Acting Commander of the Sandhurst Training Regiment
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Jennings helps Bucks beat Pacers 98-93
Dunleavy scores 17 after missing 7 games
Mike Dunleavy missed the previous seven games because of a bruised left knee. The way he played Tuesday night, it was hard to tell.
Dunleavy scored 17 points off the bench, including grabbing a key rebound and scoring on a putback after missing a 3-pointer with 1:35 left, to help the Milwaukee Bucks hold off the Indiana Pacers 98-93.
"It was nice to have him back," Bucks coach Scott Skiles said. "It didn't seem like he had been out. He's not known for being a great athlete. He is really long and he has a really great basketball set. When he is around the rim, usually something good happens."
Dunleavy said it just felt good to be back on the court and to contribute to a win against a Central Division rival.
"I felt very comfortable out there," said Dunleavy, who hit 3 of 5 3-pointers. "I feel like my condition is a little bit down, but I felt good. I hate missing games, but it's good to be back and good to get a win."
The other star of the game for Milwaukee was Brandon Jennings, who scored 34 points, grabbed five rebounds and handed out six assists.
Jennings scored 13 points in the fourth quarter.
"Brandon was good from the get-go," Dunleavy said. "He made big shots and very big plays. That's why he's Brandon."
Skiles played Jennings 44 minutes even though the Bucks play at Memphis on Wednesday.
"We needed him out there," Skiles said. "He was somebody out there knocking down shots. We needed him in the game."
Monta Ellis added 19 points for Milwaukee, which won for the fifth time in the last six games, despite being outrebounded 51-37.
The loss snapped Indiana's four-game winning streak. The Pacers had won 9 of 13 entering the contest against the Bucks.
Pacers coach Frank Vogel was satisfied with his team's effort, no the execution.
"We competed our tails off," he said. "We had a tough night shooting the basketball. We turned the ball over too much. We have to take care of the ball better."
Pacers center Roy Hibbert, who sustained a deep thigh bruise in the first half of Indiana's 86-77 win over Detroit Saturday, was back in the starting lineup Tuesday. He was held to eight points and 10 rebounds in 28 minutes of playing time.
He was disappointed the Pacers had lost the first two games of the season series to Milwaukee.
"We wanted to have this win, but we have to win the next two against the Bucks at our place," he said.
Jennings scored four straight points midway through the fourth quarter to give the Bucks an 89-85 lead with 4:10 remaining.
Paul George drove the lane for Indiana for a dunk to cut the lead to two, but Jennings responded with a 3-pointer from the top of the key with 3:30 remaining to give the Bucks a 92-87 lead.
David West hit one of two free throws, but Dunleavy rebounded his own miss and scored to give Milwaukee a 94-88 lead with 1:35 remaining.
George Hill hit a 3-pointer to cut the lead to 94-91 with 1:17 remaining. Jennings then drove the lane and scored with 1 minute left to boost the lead to 96-91 and the Bucks held on for the win.
The Pacers were hurt by 20 turnovers.
NOTES: Pacers guard Lance Stephenson who missed the last two games with a sprained right ankle, was back in the starting lineup. ... The Bucks were without center Joel Przybilla, who was suspended by the NBA for one game for throwing a ball that hit a referee Saturday. ... Bucks guard Beno Udrich missed his ninth straight game with a right ankle injury. Skiles said Udrich was improving, but still "had a way to go" before he would be ready to return to action.


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Washington (CNN) – Sen. Rand Paul - the Kentucky conservative who told Secretary of State Hillary Clinton Wednesday he would have fired her for her response to the Benghazi attacks if he was president - acknowledged later the top diplomat had made a valid point when she angrily denounced Republicans focused on the administration's response to the attack.
Clinton was responding to Sen. Ron Johnson, a tea party backed Wisconsin Republican, who questioned Clinton about what he described as members of the administration "purposely misleading" the American people
"With all due respect, the fact is we had four dead Americans," Clinton shot back. "Was it because of a protest or was it because of guys out for a walk one night decided they'd go kill some Americans?"
Her fists shaking, she continued: "What difference, at this point, does it make? It is our job to figure out what happened and do everything we can to prevent it from ever happening again, senator."
Paul, who like Johnson was backed by the tea party during his bid for Senate in 2010, said after the hearings concluded that Clinton made a legitimate case.
"I think she has a little bit of a valid point," he said on CNN's "The Situation Room." "It's not so important whether or not it was a movie or what it was. I think what's important, though, in going forward is it not happen again."
The way to ensure that is to give the Defense Department responsibility for protecting American embassy staff in dangerous zones, Paul said, arguing places like Libya were too hazardous for standard diplomatic security personnel.
"I don't think we can treat it like an embassy in Paris," he said, adding that his proposed budget increased funding for U.S. marines who provide embassy security.
Paul, who like Clinton is a potential candidate for president in 2016, also explained his statement that the September 11, 2012 attack at the diplomatic post in Benghazi was "the worst tragedy since 9/11," making clear on CNN that he was referring to "diplomatic and security and intelligence" tragedies. He said his statement excluded the intelligence failure that led to the U.S. invasion of Iraq.
"You can't compare the beginning of war in Iraq and Afghanistan, the tragedy of those wars is of a different scale and I guess we're talking more about a diplomatic mission than we are talking about the beginning of the war," Paul said, adding he opposed the war in Iraq in 2003.
It is about the only thing that I agree with him at this point.
Sen Ron Johnson's is an embarassment to the US Senate, Republican Party, Tea Party Movement, and citizens of Wisconsin.
I wonder if Sen Rand Paul would have said what he did to BILL CLINTON and not Hillary if he was being accused? Me thinks he would NOT have nor some of these other big bad Republican men who have no problem going after a woman when they get the chance. On thing for sure if by chance Rand Paul were POTUS that would prove our nation has gone mad and it would be time for me and my family to head to Montreal.
Thank goodness that the US will not be faced with a President Rand Paul. This ill informed person appears to be a legend in his own mind but I am confident that he will never garner the support to be the candidate. Though I have little confidence in the Republican Party as a whole, I can't believe that enough members would support him. If I am wrong, he most certainly can't win. But of course, there is always the GOP plan to rig the electoral vote by tying it to gerrymandered districts. They already boast that this was so successful in retaining the House. No depth to which they will not sink. A sad time for democracy.
The worst tragedy since 9/11? That twisted TP senator had the nerve to say that! Remember manufactured fake war in Iraq that cost lost of 4000 of our bravest lives unnecessarily and billions of wasted money. In her whole 4 years as Sec of State she may be responsible for 4 men lives (how everver precious). These GOP/TP make me sick.
Rand Paul is potential GOP candidate in 2016? Lol, lmao,lol, lmao....
I am sure Mrs. Clinton will make sure that in 2016, Rand Paul will not be in a position to ever fire a SOS. When I read comments made by these Tea party elected people I recite to myself: Tea parties are for little girls with imaginary friends.
Rand will find out at midterms Clinton means business.It's your own Darrell issa and his republican collegues that've started this mess cutting the defense fund eventually cutting security to embassies around the world..Republicans years ago wanted added security,more fortified embassies than turn around in recent years and cut security to the bone,what hypocracy from the warmongering righties cutting off their own noses to spite their faces...Much like their hero Reagan cutting programs by 70% to finance his hunger for nuclear weapons and Star Wars in the 80's, two wrongs in politics that never made it right!!
Rand Paul shows once again that he is the man that should be President. The liberals may hate him and distort his words, but mark my words he will one day be our President and he will be a great President.
Paul is another phony conservative. Spend spend spend overseas. None at home.
Pull all our diplomats and troops back home. True conservatism Rand. Something you did not get from your dad.
I would have fired the Congress for not funding embassy security. The American people will fire the no-good Congress in 2014.
I like that one part where the guy who will never be President was asking the future first woman President all those questions about that thing that happened in that one place far away. Yeah.. that was cool.
Rand Paul serves as an example of what the Republican Party needs to flush before they can return to a relevant position in American politics. He's a warped little clone of a crazy, right-wing dad – a person who appeals to those who want radical, over-simplified solutions to really complex problems. He wants to return to some libertarian society that has never existed and if it did – would immediately fail in the world arena. He needs to get off his ideological high-horse and face our problems honestly and without the hate and anger of the radical right. America is fed up with their message and their messengers!
The Aqua Buddha has a valid point ,
"It's not so important whether or not it was a movie or what it was. I think what's important, though, in going forward is it not happen again." ?
Rand Paul saying he would have fired Sec. Clinton is the closest he'll ever get to being President – thank GOD!
Rand Paul should get a life and Jon Mcain should retire already.
THANK YOU RAND PAUL for holding Clinton accountable for what she has done. She had a job and screwed it up and just like all working Americans we are held accountable at our jobs too. She and Obama lied and misled the American people. She deserves nothing less than prison time and he deserves impeachment. 4 dead Americans, 4 Americans died knowing their country and government turn their backs on them. That no one was sending help. Where are the survivors to tell their side of what happened, why are they being hidden? Who gave the order to stand down? Why wasn't help sent when their were many close enough to be sent in? Why was there a drone in the area not sent to help them? Why did she refuse him security when he repeatedly sent emails asking for more security? What was he even doing there what was his mission there? If she were truthful she could have rattled these answers off with no hesitation, but instead she stumbles and lies and lies and lies some more. She will never be president nor should she ever be allowed to hold any political position the rest of her life.
Well sen rand paul your not the president, an your comment about hillary clinton wouldn vote you in as the president. Its sound like you dont care for women thats out spoken, an a man like you cant control them.
Even more of a jerk than his 4 time loser father.


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We are looking for a Web site design that will take the wordy site we have now and make it into something that is appealing and engaging for the visitor.
We are The Demo Coach company. We specialize in teaching people how to give power demos.
We are looking for a design that will take the wordy site we have now and make it into an elegant, simple, clean, and engaging site for people to learn more about us.
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There is not a whole lot I can say about these figures from the Clannad series that you guys already don't know. These balls of substance can only do one thing, lay there and look cute. I wanted to fill someones request that actually asked for me to show folks "how to draw a Dango or Dangos", step by step. I tried looking for some juicy information to share with you guys to go with this tutorial description, but all I found was how Nagisa Furukawa likes to name the food that she is about to eat and the Dango is one of them. Also, as I searched the internet to shed some light as to what a dango is, all I found was theme song lyrics and videos which leads me to believe that it is a very popular song from the Clannad series. Not only is the song popular with Clannad, it is a very popular Youtube video as well. Anyways, this tutorial will aid you to drawing a Dango or Dangos with ease. I hope you enjoy this tutorial and I know for a fact that you will finish it within five minutes.
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From time to time, somebody needs to find some information about the indexes in the database. As DBA's, there are a few tools at your disposal to look up that information. The required/requested information is not always the same. That said, you can usually adapt a query quickly to find what you need.
Where to Look
SQL 2005 and up have provided us with some very useful means to gain insight into the indexes in our databases. The following DMOs is a small representation of that information.
- sys.dm_db_missing_index_details
- sys.dm_db_missing_index_group_stats
- sys.dm_db_missing_index_groups
- sys.dm_db_index_usage_stats
- sys.dm_db_index_physical_stats
Add to that, there are some catalog views to help with finding information relevant to indexes in the databases.
- sys.indexes
- sys.index_columns
With just these few objects, there is a wealth of information at your fingertips. I often find myself querying for information about indexes. I also find myself being asked how to find this information on a relatively frequent interval. Usually, I just end up writing out the query again (depends on mood and day).
Rewriting the query doesn't take too much time when you know what you need to query. That said, sometimes it is nice to have a base query ready to go. From this query you can add/remove items as you see fit to get the information that you really need.
For instance, here is a query to get some of the fragmentation information. I would probably just re-use this query over and over where applicable – only changing the parts that mattered to get the necessary result set.
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Order by OBJECT_NAME(ps.object_id),ps.index_id,ps.index_level
There are many types of queries we could write for the different relevant information pertaining to our indexes. It is all a matter of knowing where to start. I hope that knowing about these DMOs and catalog views, it will help shorten your efforts to retrieving this information.


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Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Guilt-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
Well, whatever guilt-free means.
Because I don't know about you, but I feel some sort of low-level guilt ... well ... pretty much all the time. I've already confessed to my imperfect-mummy guilt, but trust me there's more. Facebook guilt. Missed workout guilt. Inefficient working guilt. Procrastination guilt. 3rd glass of wine guilt. Forgotten birthday guilt. Not phoning yet guilt. Guilt guilt.
(not really, but you get what I mean).
So if I could make a cookie that would erase all guilt? Make my life guilt-free? I'd eat it 3 meals a day, for sure.
I might just anyway.
"The best cookies you've made in a long time" - my Dad. (Um, thanks?)The time
15 min prep + 12 min baking + 5 min cooling
The ingredients
1 cup wholemeal spelt flour - you can sub in w/meal wheat, kamut or unbleached plain flour*
2 big pinches of sea salt
3/4 tsp baking soda
1/3 c coconut oil
1/2 - 3/4 c rapadura sugar or raw sugar
1 organic egg
2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
70-100 g of your favourite dark chocolate bar, chopped into little pieces
*I did try this recipe with gluten-free flour, and it still tasted great but crumbled a lot.
**As always, try to use organic ingredients when you can.
And what makes them 'guilt-free'? I used organic ingredients, low-gluten spelt, and incredibly-good-for-you coconut oil.
The process
1. Preheat the oven to 160 C (325F). Grease a cookie sheet, or line it with baking paper.
2. In a bowl, mix together all the dry ingredients - sifting the baking soda if it's clumpy. In a separate bowl, mix together all the wet ingredients. Then, add wet to dry and stir until well-mixed. If your dough looks a little dry (which will depend on the size of the egg and the flour you use) just add another dash of coconut oil or water to get it into a heavy dough consistency.
3. Using your hands, form the dough into small balls (~1 + 1/2" or 5 cm in diameter) and place them about 2" (10cm) apart on the cookie sheet. When you're all done, use a fork to gently flatten each cookie ball out. Put the sheet in the oven and bake for ~10-12 minutes, until the cookies are golden brown and pretty much solid to the touch.
4. Remove from the oven and finish cooling the cookies on rack. You can store them in an airtight container for a week or so - but they'll never last that long.
The cost
Around $3 per organic batch.
Take that, Guilt.
Amanda xx
17 comments:
- Gabriela aka The Picky Foodie said... [Reply to comment]
HI Amanda --
THis looks lovely, the cookies look delicious! They made me think of my Everyday Cookie Recipe Request and I thought I might ask if you wanted to participate. I think these gorgeous cookies might easily be converted -- take a look, what do you think?
Anyway, let me know. No matter what, I love your blog :)
- September 20, 2011 at 6:02 PM
- Where My Heart Is said... [Reply to comment]
I'm very familiar with 3rd glass of wine guilt!!! :)
- September 20, 2011 at 6:06 PM
- Paula said... [Reply to comment]
Looking lovely! If your Dad says that they are the best cookie that you've made in a long time then that's good enough for me :)
- September 20, 2011 at 9:07 PM
- chinmayie @ love food eat said... [Reply to comment]
Looks great! I don't bake most high calorie recipes as It's not worth the guilt I go through after I eat them! lol...
- September 20, 2011 at 11:23 PM
- Easy peasy organic said... [Reply to comment]
@Gabriela aka The Picky Foodie Thanks for visiting, Gabriela! I'll definitely have a look!
- September 21, 2011 at 12:32 PM
- Easy peasy organic said... [Reply to comment]
@Where My Heart Is Ah, yes ... which reminds me - we'll have to have one together when I get back! ;)
- September 21, 2011 at 12:32 PM
- Easy peasy organic said... [Reply to comment]
@The Vanilla Bean Baker He's a man of discerning tastes ...
- September 21, 2011 at 12:34 PM
- Easy peasy organic said... [Reply to comment]
@chinmayie @ love food eat Ha! Personally, as long as I'm getting good nutritional value for my calories, I'm down with it. (ie. dark chocolate = good, Twinkies = bad) :)
- September 21, 2011 at 12:35 PM
- cheryl said... [Reply to comment]
I like your dad. Smart man. He knows of what he speaks.
- September 21, 2011 at 2:21 PM
- Maria said... [Reply to comment]
They look delicious!
- September 21, 2011 at 2:23 PM
I loved these cookies. Mine were a bit salty though. Great idea the spelt flour works perfectly in these.
- September 21, 2011 at 2:28 PM
- Easy peasy organic said... [Reply to comment]
Hi Cheryl,
He is ... and smartness is totally heritable.
Maria - thanks! Love your latest recipe, too ... I can't find haloumi anywhere here in Phoenix though! (talk about missing out ... )
Ashley - Thanks for the comment! I've been eating things on the salty side lately, so I adjusted the recipe slightly :)
- September 21, 2011 at 5:07 PM
- Cassandra @foodmyfriend said... [Reply to comment]
A little bit of guilt keeps us humble I think. Well I hope so, because I am much like you with the workout guilt and 3rd glass of wine guilt. Although its more like 2nd glass because I am a light weight. Haha. C is for cookie thats good enough to eat!
- September 23, 2011 at 1:12 AM
Those sound yummy and easy! Thanks for sharing.
- September 23, 2011 at 12:41 PM
- Easy peasy organic said... [Reply to comment]
Cassandra, Erika,
you both make me smile :)
- September 23, 2011 at 6:08 PM
- Yasmeen said... [Reply to comment]
I love a good guilt-free cookie recipe! I'll have to send this to my sister who is always looking for these types of quick sweet-tooth fixes.
My first time at your blog, excited to have a more thorough look around!
- September 25, 2011 at 7:45 AM
I loved these cookies a lot & made 1 batch with unrefined coconut sugar & the other half with the sugar you have used & I loved them both a lot! I am also a big fan of unrefined coconut oil! ;)
You have a cool foodblog! Many greetings from a foodie from Brussels, Belgium!
- November 5, 2011 at 2:13 PM


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Trekking, biking, horseback riding, kayaking, ziplining. Costa Rica really is the "Adventure Capital of the Americas." Thrill-seekers will find more than enough to keep themselves busy over this trip's 13 action-packed days. After landing in San José, embark on four days of exploration around Monteverde and Arenal Volcano. Raft down the mighty Pacuare River before crossing over to our remote rainforest lodge, surrounded on all sides by the thick, enveloping jungle. End the journey by heading down to the beach at Puerto Viejo. Phew! Tired yet? No? Time to book!
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Your Discover Moment: La Fortuna
Your Hands-On Moment: Surfing Lesson
Your Discover Moment: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca. Overnight Pacuare River rafting trip. Guided hike (Pacuare River). Guided cycling excursion (La Fortuna). All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Paddle through world-class rapids on the Pacuare River, mountain bike in the shadow of Arenal Volcano, chill out to the sounds of crashing Caribbean waves, stand up on a surfboard in Puerto Viejo.
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You should NOT participate in rafting if you fall into any of the following categories – pregnant, have had major surgery in the last 6 months or major injury e.g. spine or neck problems.
Group Leader Description
All G Adventures group trips are accompanied by one of our group leaders, a G Adventures representative, or an expedition team. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting- we think it's the best of both worlds.
Group Size Notes
Max 16, avg 12
Meals Included
3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
Eating is a big part of traveling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. The above information applies to G Adventures group trips. Please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.
Public bus, private vehicle, bicycle, boat, raft, hiking.
Solo Travellers
We believe single travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and single travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Hotels (10 nts), jungle lodge (2 nts).
My Own Room Exceptions
Nights 7 and 8 on the Pacuare rafting expedition.
About Accommodation
Our accommodation for the Pacuare Rafting Expedition is in a rustic lodge which has multi-share dormitory-style rooms, with shared bathroom facilities.
Joining Hotel
For details of your joining hotel please refer to your tour voucher, G Account, the G Adventures App or contact your travel agent.
Joining Instructions
If you have paid in advance for an arrival transfer, a G Adventures representative will be at the airport to meet you. If for any reason you are not met at the airport, please call our local support line. If you are unable to make contact for whatever reason, please make your way to the joining point hotel via taxi.
Please note that Day 1 is an arrival day and no activities have been planned for that day other then your welcome meeting in the evening, so you can arrive at any time. Similarly the last day is a departure day during which no activities have been planned.
A G Adventures Representative will organize a short meeting soon after arrival, during which you will meet other tour participants and receive information about general and specific aspects of the trip. A welcome note will be left for you in the hotel so you have all the necessary information regarding the meeting time. If you arrive late, s/he will leave you a message detailing what time and where you should meet the next morning.
Arrival Complications
We don't expect any problems, and nor should you, but if for any reason you are unable to commence your trip as scheduled, as soon as possible please contact your starting point hotel, requesting that you speak to or leave a message for your CEO (if you are not on a group tour please refer to the emergency contact details provided in this dossier). If you are unable to get in touch with your leader, please refer to our emergency contact details. If you have pre-booked an airport transfer and have not made contact with our representative within 30 minutes of clearing customs and immigration, we recommend that you make your own way to the Starting Point hotel, following the Joining Instructions. Please apply to your travel agent on your return for a refund of the transfer cost if this occurs.
Emergency Contact
Should you need to contact us during a situation of dire need, it is best to first call either the G Adventures Local Operator (if one is listed below) or our G Adventures Local Office. If for any reason you do not receive an immediate answer, please leave a detailed message and contact information, so they may return your call and assist you as soon as possible.
If you have purchased an arrival through G Adventures or if an arrival transfer is included in the cost of your tour, please note that:
Your arrival transfer has been arranged based on flight information provided to us. If you are advised of a flight schedule change within 48 hours of your scheduled arrival time, we will do our best to rearrange your arrival transfer however we cannot guarantee this. If your arrival transfer does not arrive within 30 minutes after you have exited the arrivals area please take a taxi to your start point hotel.
G Adventures Office San Jose, Costa Rica
During Office hours (Weekdays 9am-5pm Local Time): +506 4001 8474
After hours emergency number: +506 8322 9140
If you are unable for any reason to contact our local office, please call the numbers listed below, which will connect you directly with our 24 hour Sales team, who will happily assist you.
Toll-free, North America only: 1 888 800 4100
Calls from UK: 0344 272 0000
Calls from Germany: 0800 365 1000
Calls from Australia: 1 300 796 618
Calls from New Zealand: 0800 333 307
Outside North America, Australia, New Zealand, Germany and the UK: +1 416 260 0999
What to Take
We recommend using a backpack for your convenience, or a medium-sized suitcase if you prefer. A daypack is also essential for carrying everyday items. Space is limited on transportation, so there is a limit of one main piece of luggage per person. You will be responsible for carrying your own luggage.
Packing List
Costa Rica Water Activities:
• Drybag (Will help keep cameras and essentials dry)
• Sport Sandals or Water Shoes (if you plan to do waterfall rappelling and/or rafting)
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Required visas or vaccination certificates (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Toiletries (Preferably biodegradable)
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket
Optional Items:
• Sleeping bag (optional) (Optional, but recommended for winter months)
• Swimwear
Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear
Laundry facilities are offered by some of our hotels for a charge. There will be times when you may want to or have to do your own laundry so we suggest you bring non-polluting/biodegradable soap.
Visas and Entry Requirements
All countries require a valid passport (with a minimum 6 months validity). Contact your local embassy, or consulate for the most up-to-date visa requirements, or see your travel agent.
As of November 1st, 2007, the Costa Rica government, requires those entering Costa Rica from certain countries in South America and Sub-Sahara Africa, to have an International Certificate of Vaccination against Yellow Fever. Those affected countries are: Angola, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, French Guiana and Venezuela.
You should consult your doctor for up-to-date medical travel information well before departure.
Spending Money
Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.
Money Exchange
The currency in Costa Rica is the Colon (CRC).
Credit cards and debit cards are very useful for cash advances. Visa cards are the most widely accepted cards. While ATMs are widely available, there are no guarantees that your credit or debit cards will actually work in Latin America. Check with your bank.
You should be aware that to purchase products or services on a credit card a fee of 5%-10% usually applies. Do not rely on credit or debit cards as your only source of money. A combination of US dollars cash and cards is best. Always take more rather than less, as you don't want to spoil the trip by constantly feeling short of funds.
We do not recommend you bring travellers cheques, as it is very difficult to exchange them in Costa Rica.
CURRENCY EXCHANGE TIP: Please be advised that slightly torn notes, notes that have been heavily marked or are faded may be difficult to exchange. It is best to bring notes in fairly good condition, in denominations lower than 100USD (or equivalent).
As currency exchange rates can fluctuate often we ask that you refer to the following website for daily exchange rates: www.xe.com
Emergency Fund
Please also make sure you have access to at least an additional USD $200 (or equivalent) as an 'emergency' fund, to be used when circumstances outside our control (ex. a natural disaster) require a change to our planned route. This is a rare occurrence!
Departure Tax
Costa Rica airport exit tax: $29USD
It is customary in Latin America to tip service providers such as waiters, at approximately 10%, depending on the service. Tipping is an expected – though not compulsory – component of your tour program and an expression of satisfaction with the persons who have assisted you on your tour. Although it may not be customary to you, it is of considerable significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels. There are several times during the trip where there is opportunity to tip the local guides or drivers we use. Recommendations for tipping drivers and local guides would range from $5-10 USD per day depending on the quality and length of the service; ask your CEO for specific recommendations based on the circumstances and culture.
Also at the end of each trip if you felt your G Adventures CEO did an outstanding job, tipping is appreciated. The amount is entirely a personal preference, however as a guideline $20-25 USD per person, per week can be used.
Optional Activities
La Fortuna
- Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle
- La Fortuna Waterfall Swim (15USD per person)
- Kayak Lake Arenal (65USD per person)
- Ziplining (50USD per person)
- Monteverde ATV Tour
- Monteverde Hanging Bridges (35USD per person)
- Santa Elena Cloud Forest Visit (17USD per person)
- Monteverde Horseback Riding (45USD per person)
- Monteverde Coffee Plantation Tour (35USD per person)
- El Trapiche Tour (33USD per person)
- Stand Up Paddle (Lesson and Tour) (65USD per person)
- Lost Canyon Adventures Canyoning (90USD per person)
- Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge Tour (60USD per person)
- Gravity Falls Waterfall Jumping (125USD per person)
- Los Lagos Hot Springs (41USD per person)
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
- Bike Rental
- Snorkelling
- Finca la Isla Botanical Garden Visit
- Gandoca Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge Hike
- Kayak in Puerto Viejo (60USD per person)
Please note inoculations may be required for the country visited. It is your responsibility to consult with your travel doctor for up to date medical travel information well before departure.
You should consult your doctor for up-to-date medical travel information well before departure. We recommend that you carry a First Aid kit and hand sanitizers / antibacterial wipes as well as any personal medical requirements. Please be aware that quite often we are in remote areas and away from medical facilities, and for legal reasons our leaders are prohibited from administering any type of drug including headache tablets, antibiotics, etc. When selecting your trip please carefully read the brochure and itinerary and assess your ability to cope with our style of travel. Please refer to the Physical and Culture Shock ratings for trip specific information.
Safety and Security
Many national governments provide a regularly updated advice service on safety issues involved with international travel. We recommend that you check your government's advice for their latest travel information before departure.
Petty theft, bag snatching and muggings have been on the rise in San Jose. Though not common, there are certain precautions you should take when visiting the city. Although the cities visited on our tours are generally safe during the day, there can be risks to wandering throughout any major city at night. It is our recommendation to stay in small groups and to take taxis to and from restaurants, or during night time excursions, as they are the safest and easiest way to avoid any issues one might encounter on the streets after dark. In addition, always leave your passport (It's better to carry a photocopy of it instead), credit cards and money that you won't be using in the hotel. Many of the hotels we use have safety deposit boxes in the room, or a general one at reception, this is always the safest method of storing your valuables. We strongly recommend the use of a neck wallet or money belt while travelling, for the safe keeping of your passport, air tickets, travellers' cheques, cash and other valuable items. Remember that like in any other city, you should never leave your bags unattended, nor flaunt jewellery, cameras etc . A lock is recommended for securing your luggage. When travelling on a group trip, please note that your CEO has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to safety concerns.
Your CEO will accompany you on all included activities. During your trip you will have some free time to pursue your own interests, relax and take it easy or explore at your leisure. While your CEO will assist you with options available in a given location please note that any optional activities you undertake are not part of your itinerary, and we offer no representations about the safety of the activity or the standard of the operators running them. Please use your own good judgment when selecting an activity in your free time. Stick to the main streets only during the day, and after sundown, please take a taxi. Taxis can be organized from reception of your hotel. Also, take the address of the hotel with you.
Protests and Demonstrations- Protests and demonstrations, even those that are well intended, have the potential to turn violent with no warning. Counter protests can also turn violent. Action by security forces to disperse demonstrators and protesters may occur at any time. If you are in an area where demonstrators or protesters are gathering, avoid the temptation of staying for a good photo opportunity and leave the area immediately.
Water based activities have an element of danger and excitement built into them. We recommend only participating in water based activities when accompanied by a guide(s). We make every reasonable effort to ensure the fun and adventurous element of any water based activities (in countries with varying degrees of operating standards) have a balanced approach to safety. It is our policy not to allow our CEOs to make arrangements on your behalf for water based activities that are not accompanied by guide(s).
Swimming, including snorkeling, is always at your own risk.
We take all prudent measures in relation to your safety. For ways to further enhance your personal safety while traveling, please visit:
Trip Specific Safety
Like any city where tourism is on the increase, crime also tends to increase and while San José is not a noticeably dangerous city, there are certain precautions you should take. Make sure that you are aware of your things at all times and don't go out carrying expensive gear or jewellery.
A Couple of Rules
Illegal drugs will not be tolerated on any trips. Possessing or using drugs not only contravenes the laws of the land but also puts the rest of the group at risk. Smoking marijuana and opium is a part of local culture in some parts of the world but is not acceptable for our travellers. Our philosophy of travel is one of respect towards everyone we encounter, and in particular the local people who make the world the special place it is. The exploitation of prostitutes is completely contrary to this philosophy. Our CEOs have the right to expel any member of the group if drugs are found in their possession or if they use prostitutes.
Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your CEO, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy please bear in mind that all clients must have medical coverage and that we require a minimum coverage of USD 200,000 for repatriation and emergency rescue. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
Planeterra-The G Adventures Foundation
The Planeterra Foundation planeterra.org is a Canadian non-profit organization that helps empower local people to develop their communities, conserve their cultures, and create humane and supportive systems for their endeavours. Planeterra provides capacity building and catalyst grants to get community social enterprises off the ground. These businesses address local challenges by providing benefits for indigenous people, empowering marginalized women, and granting disadvantaged youth access to education, employment, and brighter futures. Planeterra also works to ensure these businesses have a thriving customer base by integrating programs into G Adventures' itineraries globally.
G Adventures is Planeterra's largest corporate donor, covering all operating costs so 100% of your donation will bring opportunity to people in need.
Dollar-a-Day Program
G Adventures' Dollar-a-Day Program provides travellers with the opportunity to give back to the people and places visited on our tours by donating one dollar for every day you are on trip. 100% of these donations go directly to support community development projects worldwide that are implemented by Planeterra.
After your travels, we want to hear from you! Your feedback information is so important to us that we'll give you 5% off the price of your next G Adventures trip if your feedback is completed on-line within 30 days of finishing your trip. Your tour evaluation will be e-mailed to you 24 hours after the conclusion of your trip. If you do not receive the tour evaluation link in the days after your tour has finished, please drop us a line at email@example.com and we will send it on to you.
Our adventure travel e-newsletter is full of travel news, trip information, interesting stories and contests. To avoid missing out on special offers and updates from G Adventures, subscribe at www.gadventures.com/newsletters/
Stay current on how our company invests in our global community through our foundation – Planeterra. Sign up for Planeterra's monthly news to learn more about how to give back and support the people and places we love to visit.
Minimum Age
You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.
International Flights
Check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport.
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Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
Day 1: San José
There are no planned activities during the day, so check in to the hotel and explore the city. If you arrive early enough, you'll have time to explore the city.
Included Activities:
Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting
Day 2: San José/Monteverde
Today's ride can be a bumpy ride on some unpaved roads, but the views along the way are spectacular.
Private Vehicle (4.00 hour(s))
Day 3: Monteverde
Your CEO will let you know about all the activities available and help you pick the best option for you.
Get your adrenaline pumping and pre-book the Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.
Day 4: Monteverde/La Fortuna
The town of La Fortuna lies near the base of the Arenal Volcano and is a perfect launch pad to go wild and let the adrenaline flow with a range of adventure sports.
Shared Van (3.50 hour(s))
Boat (0.75 hour(s))
Shared Van (0.50-0.75 hours)
Day 5: La Fortuna
Enjoy a free day in La Fortuna. Opt to go whitewater rafting, waterfall rappelling, paddleboarding or one of the many other optionals this region has to offer. Spend another day getting your adrenaline pumping, viewing local wildlife, marveling at the Arenal Volcano and getting to know more about La Fortuna's Costa Rica.
Day 6: La Fortuna
Cycle the area around La Fortuna on a guided half-day biking tour. At night, opt to relax and soak in hot springs at the base of Arenal Volcano.
Additional Notes:
Please note it will be necessary to repack your bags according to the rafting packing list provided for the Pacuare River trip as it is an early departure tomorrow.
Included Activities:
Arenal Cycling Trip
Day 7: La Fortuna/Pacuare (1B, 1L, 1D)
In the morning, transfer from La Fortuna to the put-in point for rafting on the Pacuare River. On this first day, stop down river for a short hike to explore waterfalls, and scenic, hidden canyons. In the evening, stay at a jungle lodge on the banks of the Pacuare River in a scenic, but remote location.
Additional Notes:
Our accommodation is in a rustic lodge which has multi-share dormitory-style rooms, with shared bathroom facilities.
Included Activities:
Pacuare Guided Rafting Expedition – Day 1
Day 8: Pacuare (1B, 1L, 1D)
Get off the river for the day to explore the jungle by foot.
Included Activities:
Pacuare Rainforest Guided Hike
Day 9: Pacuare/Puerto Viejo de Talamanca (1B, 1L)
Continue down river to the take-out point, then travel to the Caribbean coastal town of Puerto Viejo.
Included Activities:
Pacuare Guided Rafting Expedition – Day 2
Private Vehicle
Day 10: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
The picturesque village of Puerto Viejo de Talamanca is known for its incomparable white- and black-sand beaches surrounded by exotic tropical vegetation. Rent a bike or hire a boat to Manzanillo, hike to Monkey Point through the Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge. Try snorkelling or take it easy and and explore La Isla Botanical Gardens.
Included Activities:
Surfing Lesson
Day 11: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Enjoy free time in Puerto Viejo and soak up the sun on the Caribbean. The warm turquoise water is ideal for swimming, fishing, kayaking, boogie boarding, and surfing. Opt to take a boat trip, snorkel the nearby reefs, or cycle down the coast.
Day 12: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca/San José
Return to San José and take advantage of a final day to shop for souvenirs (coffee anyone?).
Local bus (5.00-5.50 hours, 217km)
Day 13: San José
Depart at any time.
Included Activities:
Departure Day


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ONLINE: Boingo squeezed by customers' push for free or low-cost access.
The chief executive at Boingo Wireless Inc. recently dubbed 2012 a "transition year" for the company. But with revenue guidance below analysts' estimates for this year, investors seem leery of the transition.
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Boingo charges consumers about $10 for a day of wireless Internet access at any of its hot spots in the United States. But now, airports, malls and the like are demanding tiered plans that stipulate Boingo give, say, 15 minutes for free at that location, and with limited bandwidth.
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Product Description
BuMat ELITE ABS White FILAMENT – 1.75MM
Taking your 3D printing needs to a whole new realm with BuMat Elite ABS White Filament. As creations become bigger and more complex, the quality of filaments matter even more. Depending on the scale of your creation, a print job may take anywhere from 15 minutes to upwards of 12 hours or more. We don't expect you to sit around forever to make sure your filament doesn't crash your project. BuMat Elite filaments give you total confidence to leave your 3D printer unattended while it performs its magic, allowing you to return to see a perfectly finished object. The Elite line is the ideal solution for serious hobbyists and those who have deadlines to meet.
- All BuMat ELITE filaments are tested on FlashForge 3D printers to meet strict quality standards.
Product Features
- 1.75mm superior grade, high strength 3D printer specific filament
- Airtight vacuum packaging for prolonged storage capability and resistance to moisture
- Increased resistance to breakage under high tension
- Universal fit for 3D printer nozzles that accept 1.75mm filament
- Color: White
Product Specification:
- Filament Diameter: 1.75mm
- Material: ABS
- Print Temperature: 190-220C
- Spool Diameter: 7.50 inches (19.0cm)
- Spool Width: 3.25 inches (8.25cm)
- Filament Weight 2.20 pounds (1.0kg)