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The Paran� Delta is the delta of the Paran� River in Argentina. The Paran� flows north–south and becomes an alluvial basin (a flood plain) between the Argentine provinces of Entre R�os, Santa Fe and Buenos Aires then emptying into the R�o de la Plata. It has an area of about 14,000 km� (5,000 mi�) and starts to form between the cities of Santa Fe and Rosario, where the river splits into several arms, creating a network of islands and wetlands. Most of it is located in the jurisdiction of Entre R�os Province, and parts in the north of Buenos Aires Province.
Now being care free we knew was that we had to get a train from Retiro. It would be on the Mitre Line going to the Delta stop and we had to connect to Tigre from there via Tren de la Costa. Now, not one of us had bothered to check prices, train times nor additional services. When we paid each individually for the train fare we handed a $100 Peso bill. The cashier, bless her heart asked if we had smaller notes and as we did not she proceeded. The fare (displayed on an LED readout) was 40-50 cents! So imagine our blushes at receiving $99+ Pesos in change. It was one of those times where you need to shake your head.
Incidentally, the train ride had beautiful scenery and added to that, it was another sunny day. Probably in hindsight, I should not have worn my 'Easy Rider' styled sunglasses. They are a pair of cool yellow lenses which are suited for low light conditions. Not good for a sunny day as I was squinting a lot. In my defence, I looked great! Peter Fonda eat your heart out!
Getting off at Delta Tigre Station, we walked to the boat pier. There we immediately hopped onto a provision boat situated on the Delta Del Parana. This boat was very peculiar as it was flooded with goods like soft drinks, vegetables, food and other things. The majority of them were strapped onto the roof. I quietly enjoyed the trip and by making sure I got a window seat. The scenes going downstream reminded me of Florida's Everglades to a degree.
Once we reached the end of the trip, lunch was undertaken. As we slowly went to grab a quick bite I appreciated the slow pace to life here. Peaceful, tranquil and relaxing are some of the words that come to mind. Thereafter, we wandered through canals, crossing bridges, passing houses until we encountered the wetlands. Yes, you guessed right, we were lost. The plan was to take a scenic walk as we held a map but somehow something went wrong. If any of you are wondering whether or not I was at fault. Definitely not! I was soo hung over and tired; I just went with the flow. My redeeming moment came when I had to cross a poorly constructed wooden 'bridge'. Being pretty sure we were off the trail route, I told the group it was not a good idea to carry on. Cue ridicule from everyone bar Mike. I stood my ground and they chose the right option. We headed back but I was getting annoyed with the English traveller. As I was wearing my 'Hand of God' Argentina t-shirt, he took exception. He brought this up in the hostel but as his demeanor was calm, I took it as a joke. I now realised it was more than that as he called me a 'traitor'. Therefore I dressed him down and said "I feel more comfortable in this shirt than the English version." I also added: "in the small amount of time I've been here, they (Argentinians) treat me a lot better than the people back home." He had no answer to this and coming from Leeds, he had a different view of society. (Note: I am not condemning people from there. It is not as diverse and multicultural as London).
An afternoon drink near the Tigre harbour was in order. It was refreshing to see how time went slowly here. As sunset approached we made our way to the Tigre Station. On the way back it was more tranquil than the way there. The sun was setting and it was a beautiful sight over the passing forests. I recall both Mike and myself drifting off independently and laughing when we both awoke.
We arrived at Retiro Station and walked back through the Florida district. As Mike wanted a quick bite we stopped at McDonald's. We waited outside watching Santa Claus sing, while he ordered. The English and Canadian travellers laughed hysterically as he sang in English. I felt bad at their actions and put some distance between us. Another sad note was seeing homeless children begging there. They managed to get some coke from McDonald's but to my dismay, they poured it into an empty drink bottle. These bottles were disused and found under a kiosk. The intention was to obviously sell them. I made a mental point to always check the seal of soft drink bottles in the future.
Crossing the multi lane roads of nueve de Julio I noticed sad street children begging for money and 'performing' jumping at the main traffic lights. They were calling us ("chico, chicos") as we passed them but I was in a conversation with the English traveller. I was probably stating I could wear what I wanted and that it was not his concern. I cut a wry a smile as I heard a few ladies behind me reading my shirt's caption and laughing.
It was around this time I met Heidi and Amanda, (both American). These chicks were something else. In addition to being very attractive, I loved their warmth, their kindness and their sense of humour. Little didI know the three of us would be inseparable for over a week. With the girls being from the south I mimicked their accents by adopting a 'Foghorn Leghorn' version. As with most Americans they replied with a 'Harry Potter' version. It was a good trade and brings a smile to my face whenever I think of them. Through out my travels there have been periods where I have met some incredible people and this was such an occasion. I truly was in love with their souls.
Later in the evening along with Mike (staying at Milhouse), William and Fredrick, we were going to gatecrash their party again. Only me and Mike were let in. I tried reasoning with the same bouncer as I encountered before but no luck this time. No matter we hit our terrace, chatted, ate some empanadas, drank and drank some more. All that I can recall was talking to Amanda and Heidi and inparticularly telling the former to look after Mike. This was due to Mike, like me being totally drunk. However he managed to pass out on a bench. I grabbed a blanket and placed it on him. As Amanda was recognisable (I was drunk) and sober, I sternly asked her to take care of him. At around 4 AM I called it a night.


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Red Umbrella protect the child
Darren M. Alexander 9/27/2003 11:10:51 AM
What a catch! Great job! #62281Murry Grigsby 9/27/2003 11:21:51 AM
Lovely portrait, JF!! Nice design, light and colors. #213721Brenda S. Smiley 9/27/2003 11:34:41 AM
Very nice! Love the colors! #213737Colette M. Metcalf 9/27/2003 11:47:58 AM
Beautiful capture, JF! #213745Roseann E. Dreasher 9/27/2003 1:00:00 PM
Love the umbrella and that little face!!! #213822Joy Brown 9/27/2003 7:47:31 PM
Awesome portrait, JF! #214009Evy Johansen 9/27/2003 11:02:31 PM
Wow..... Beautiful, JF! #214144Leanne M.E. Boyd 9/27/2003 11:06:04 PM
She is so sweet, Jean-Francois - Love the red and the brown eyes. #214150Ronald Balthazor 9/28/2003 5:08:09 AM
Great composition and wonderful colors, JF. #214314Barbara K. Breitsameter 9/30/2003 4:52:15 PM
Adorable! The detail and clarity are superb. #217290Paula Showen 9/30/2003 7:05:18 PM
A winner, JF!!! Wonderful shot! #217343Jean-Francois Schmutz 10/3/2003 12:02:53 AM
Thank you very much, Darren, Murry, Brenda, Colette, Roseann, Joy, Evy, Leanne, Ronald, Barbara and Paula !JF #219641
Doug Gould 10/4/2003 10:03:07 PM
No fair, Jean-Francois! You have such a beautiful model and pay no fees. Lucky man!!! #221782Jean-Francois Schmutz 10/5/2003 11:22:24 AM
No fees, no fees ? you can't imagine how much it cost to me in toys and chocolate to make this model staying quiet :)JF #222330
Susana Matos 10/16/2003 11:13:21 PM
oh my, what a beautiful light and what a model you´ve got here!!!!Kathleen Clemons 10/17/2003 2:48:45 AM
Big congrats to you, JF, on this and ALL of your stunning winners this month!! #234709Carolyn M. Fletcher 10/17/2003 3:12:44 AM
Congrats here, on all your wins!! #234762Colette M. Metcalf 10/17/2003 5:14:41 AM
A big congrats to you, JF!! #235025Donna R. Moratelli 10/17/2003 6:08:15 AM
Bravo, JF!!There she is again with her beautiful face and the red umbrella. Did she find that lost umbrella??hehehehe #235150
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Congrats on your SWEET image, JF!! #235190Robert Brown 10/17/2003 8:31:11 AM
Congrats, JF!!! Another beauty! #235652Sharon E. Lowe 10/17/2003 9:26:16 AM
Congrats JF! Lovely red umbrella shot!! #235800Dan S. Coquia 10/17/2003 9:33:09 AM
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Many congratulations with this wonderful image, and best of luck, JF!! #236330Paula Showen 10/17/2003 3:53:42 PM
I'm so glad this shot won! It's beautiful! Congratulations on all your Finalist shots and best of luck to you! #236495Gabriela Cunha 10/17/2003 5:21:17 PM
CONGRATS, Jean-François!Cathy Shotz 10/17/2003 7:25:12 PM
Congratulations, JF on this wonderful image. Love your entire red umbrella collections. #236747Mette Vendelboe Allison 10/18/2003 9:19:00 AM
Great photo, JF! Congrats from me and good luck! #237605Doug Gould 10/18/2003 9:58:15 AM
No surprise on this one, Jean-Francois! A classic photo. Your daughter is very lucky to have a father who is recording her childhood in such beautiful fashion. Congratulations on your many wins this month. Have you turned pro yet? You should!Take care my friend! #237676Kathleen R. Struckle 10/18/2003 8:55:23 PM
Congrats, JF! What a beautiful picture. Kathy S. #238247Damian P. Gadal 10/18/2003 9:57:45 PM
Congrats JF! #238280Jacqueline C. Harmon 8/22/2005 6:08:03 PM
so very pretty...as are many of your photographs...but you didnt need me to tell you that!! so many award winners that were well deserved! #1753152f5.6, 1/60s, 28-135 @135mm
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What's worse than getting to the airport too late? Getting there too early, according to the US mathematician, Jordan Ellenberg. This week his book about "the hidden maths of everyday life," entitled How Not To Be Wrong is out. Professor Ellenberg points out that one way to be wrong is never to miss a flight.
To paraphrase his view: if you habitually allow way too much time just in case something goes awry, you might not miss any flights but you will squander more than you need of your valuable life in the airport – a location that is right up there with prisons and hospitals as a place where you want to spend an absolute minimum of time.
As I outlined in Tuesday's Independent, Professor Ellenberg formalises what some of us already do: work out the last possible departure of scheduled transport to the airport that would get you there, and then take the previous one. Almost all the time, it works.
You can read the story, and some of the comments it generated, online at bit.ly/PlaneGone. I'd like to say that loyal readers agreed that the sum of human happiness would be increased. But instead: "It would be the height of rudeness to miss the flight," wrote one, calling himself Roman Citizen.
"I always turn up at the specified time, because there are always people I have arranged to meet at the other end. Who knows what changes to their schedules have been made in order to accommodate me?"
He also explains that "dwell time" at the airport need not equate to purgatory: "Any spare time can be spent sipping a beer and watching the crowds of idiots, which is endlessly fascinating. Three weeks ago, I watched a Hungarian couple (I know what they are like, my wife is Hungarian) faffing in the duty-free shop. I knew their flight had been called. Sure enough, 20 minutes later they were rushing around asking where gate 52 was. Worth the price of a beer, I thought."
Another reader writes: "Everyone seems to be forgetting the herd of cats called a family. If you want stress, try getting a spouse and daughter to the airport on time."
"Sooz Pink" says: "My husband worked in Manhattan for a large corporation in the 1980s. He and his co-workers had corporate travel cards which they could use for travel at a moment's notice. He and his boss were used to being able to take a cab to La Guardia [New York's main domestic airport] at the last possible moment and stroll on to a plane just before the gate closed. Then came deregulation of the airlines, cost-cutting everywhere and terrorism." As a result, she says: "Ellenberg's book bears as much relevance to us cattle at the airport as my husband's former Mad Men lifestyle."
"Breezer" completes the rout with these remarks: "You are neglecting to mention the stress one endures while hurrying to the airport. Also, airports themselves are an extremely stressful environment if you are pushed for time. When I was younger, I was quite cavalier, but now that I am older I am happy to turn up two or even three hours early – all in the quest to avoid stress. For the record, I have missed just two flights in the past 25 years – and that's two too many, as far as I am concerned."
Tube tribulations
Over the same quarter-century, I have missed about a dozen or so flights – disproportionately many of them because of disarray on the Stansted Express and, in particular, the Piccadilly Line to Heathrow. You may have the good fortune never to have taken the Tube to Europe's busiest airport. So let me explain that at Acton Town, where the dark blue line splits, it starts to unravel – as do some passengers as they realise that the only thing going west is their travel plan.
If your luck is in, and a train for your terminal turns up, then be prepared for the Hatton Cross lull. No other airport service I know of would wait for five minutes at the last station before the airport in order to "regulate the service".
I thought it was just me, but Holly Brodie responds: "Sometimes I get the Piccadilly Line when I'm not in a rush, 'for a change'. And then I tell myself never again." By comparison, the old steam-hauled shuttle train between Asunción and the Paraguayan capital's airport looks a picture of reliability. And on both occasions, when a collapse of public transport has obliged me to hitch-hike to any airport – in Arkansas and Seattle – I have made the plane.
A desirable streetcar?
Perhaps you are blessed with a local airport with reliable transport. This week Edinburgh airport's tram finally opened to the public, though when I checked the journey time (half-an-hour from the city centre) I was interested to see that the online trip planner urges travellers to catch the faster and more frequent bus rather than a streetcar named Edinburgh Airport. This is clearly not yet the age of the tram.
Compared with the South-east's mega-hubs, there is plenty to be said for using a regional airport – except it is widely held that there are far fewer options than from the London airports.
Yet there is a select group of destinations that have air links from Britain – but none from the capital. Trapani in Sicily is connected by Ryanair only with Manchester; Charleroi in Belgium, an excellent gateway to the Ardennes, has links with Manchester and Edinburgh; and, of course, from many UK regional airports, including Alderney, Cardiff, Liverpool and Durham Tees Valley, you can fly to other British cities – but not London.


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Prashanth, KK and Chattopadhyay, K and Majumder, J (1999) An investigation on the laser surface alloying of copper on iron. In: Journal of Materials Science, 34 (14). pp. 3437-3445.
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Laser surface alloying of iron substrate with copper under different processing conditions has been systematically studied. The microstructural analysis reveals a predominantly cellular microstructure with copper wetting the cell boundaries. Globular distribution of copper at higher laser scanning speeds can be observed occasionally indicating the system under these conditions to be near the metastable miscibility gap. The concentration of copper in the pool is related to the laser scanning speed. In all cases a banded morphology indicating unsteady growth towards the bottom of the alloyed zone is observed. The hardness of the alloyed zone is significantly higher and is attributed to work hardening due to differential thermal contraction of the two phases in the alloyed zone.
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Sunday, February, 24, 2013 Celebrities attend the Vanity Fair Oscar Party hosted by Graydon Carter at Sunset Tower in West Hollywood, CA. Among those seen here are: Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied; Sandra Bullock; Gerard Butler; Bradley Cooper; Reese Witherspoon; Selena Gomez; Vanessa Hudgens; Anna Paquin and Stephen Moyer; Amber Heard; Kerry Washington; Jamie Foxx and daughter Corinne; Jon Hamm; Hilary Swank; Alessandra Ambrosio and many more!
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Chester Cheetah's official Top-25 Cheesiest Mascots include:
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Team |
Location |
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University of North Carolina School of the Arts |
Winston-Salem, NC |
2 |
Concordia College |
Moorhead, MN |
3 |
Mary Baldwin College |
Staunton, VA |
4 |
University of Delaware |
Newark, DE |
5 |
Presbyterian College |
Clinton, SC |
6 |
Ohio Wesleyan University |
Delaware, OH |
7 |
Syracuse University |
Syracuse, NY |
8 |
Carnegie Mellon University |
Pittsburgh, PA |
9 |
Grays Harbor College |
Aberdeen, WA |
10 |
Western Kentucky University |
Bowling Green, KY |
11 |
University of Arkansas- Monticello |
Monticello, AR |
12 |
Wabash College |
Crawfordsville, IN |
13 |
Whittier College |
Whittier, CA |
14 |
The Evergreen State College |
Olympia, WA |
15 |
University of North Carolina |
Chapel Hill, NC |
16 |
Rhode Island College |
Providence, RI |
17 |
Centenary College |
Hackettstown, NJ |
18 |
Fort Worth, TX |
19 |
Trinity Christian College |
Palos Heights, IL |
20 |
St. Louis College of Pharmacy |
St. Louis, MO |
21 |
Cambridge, MA |
22 |
Pepperdine University |
Malibu, CA |
23 |
Pace University |
Pleasantville, NY |
24 |
Virginia Tech |
Blacksburg, VA |
25 |
Chattanooga |
Chattanooga, TN |
Throughout the rankings, it comes clear that institutions of higher learning in the east dominate with regard to cheesy mascots, claiming 15 of the top-25 spots. Vegetables and fruits establish a powerful presence on the list with three top-10 rankings, proving once and for all that produce are players. Not surprising, animals claimed multiple spots, however, what becomes particularly intriguing is that all mascots representing the animal kingdom are unexpected warriors, ranging from the squirrels (Mary Baldwin College) to hens (University of Delaware) to burrowing clams (The Evergreen State College). Finally, special accolades go to four mascots, representing colleges without collegiate football programs (Centenary College, Mary Baldwin College, Trinity Christian College and University of North Carolina School of the Arts).
Even cheesier than this list of mascots, Cheetos snacks offer a way for families and friends to add a playful twist to their daily routine. The popular snacks are available in 17 varieties and 12 different flavors, including its newest addition — Cheetos Crunchy Salsa con Queso Cheese flavored snacks which hit store shelves earlier this year and are available in a 9.25-oz. package for a suggested retail price of $3.49.
About Cheetos
Cheetos is one of the billion-dollar brands that makes up Frito-Lay North America, the $13 billion convenient foods business unit of PepsiCo (NYSE: PEP), which is headquartered in Purchase, NY. Learn more about Cheetos by visiting www.cheetos.com or www.facebook.com/cheetos.
About PepsiCo
PepsiCo is a global food and beverage leader with net revenues of more than $65 billion and a product portfolio that includes 22 brands that generate more than $1 billion each in annual retail sales. Our main businesses – Quaker, Tropicana, Gatorade, Frito-Lay and Pepsi-Cola – make hundreds of enjoyable foods and beverages that are loved throughout the world. PepsiCo's people are united by our unique commitment to sustainable growth by investing in a healthier future for people and our planet, which we believe also means a more successful future for PepsiCo. We call this commitment Performance with Purpose: PepsiCo's promise to provide a wide range of foods and beverages for local tastes; to find innovative ways to minimize our impact on the environment by conserving energy and water and reducing packaging volume; to provide a great workplace for our associates; and to respect, support and invest in the local communities where we operate. For more information, please visit www.pepsico.com.
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August 4, 2009 – Subaru Rally Team USA driver Travis Pastrana captured his 15th career X Games medal in this past weekend's ESPN X Games 15 Rally competition at the Home Depot Center in Los Angeles where he won the silver medal. Pastrana, driving a BFGoodrich Tires-shod 2009 Subaru Impreza WRX STI rally car was the clear favorite after winning Gold at least year's edition of the event. However, Pastrana's bid for a second straight Gold was halted midway through the Gold medal race when he clipped a cement barrier with his right front wheel, nearly ripping the wheel from the car, thus handing former Indianapolis 500 winner Kenny Brack the Gold medal. Pastrana's X Games medals count now includes nine gold, four silver and two bronze. Four of his 15 medals have been awarded in the Rally competition.
\n\n\tThe premiere action sports event in the World, ESPN's X Games 15 features a variety of action sports including BMX, Skateboarding, Freestyle Motocross and Rally car racing. The X Games rally event featured a large dirt gap-jump as the centerpiece of the approx 1.9-mile course laid out at the Home Depot Center Stadium in Los Angeles. The course included a dirt section within the stadium while the bulk of the course is a serpentine loop through the paved parking lots and access roads outside of the stadium.
\n\n\tPastrana graciously acknowledged that his driving error in the final was a result of pushing hard to win against a very determined Kenny Brack, a former winner of the Indianapolis 500. \"If Kenny [Brack] wasn't so fast it would have never happened. I was really impressed by him,\" said Pastrana. \"On my first lap it seemed like we were dead-even, but I knew I could drive smoother and faster, so I tried to take a clean tight line through the very narrow turn that enters back into the stadium for the second lap. I just apexed too early and clipped the inside cement barrier with my front right wheel, I would have kept going but I had no steering and knew I wouldn't make it over the large jump. It was a wild event as always and Subaru again provided me a perfect car that worked so well everywhere.\"
\n\n\tPastrana entered the X Games Rally Car final bruised and battered after attempting a seemingly impossible backflip with a 360-degree rotation in the Freestyle MotoX competition on Friday night. Pastrana landed hard on his right arm and hip leading to painful swelling. \"As long as I can physically drive, everything is OK. The pain just goes away when I get in my Subaru, it didn't slow me down,\" explained Pastrana.
\n\n\tPastrana's Subaru teammate Ken Block was well on his way to winning his quarterfinal match against Freestyle MotoX legend and Off-Road Truck racer Brian Deegan before a small mistake cost him the win. With a sizable lead on Deegan after the first lap, Block slid wide and hit his right rear wheel on a cement barrier. As Block powered through the turn and headed for the daunting 70ft-gap jump at the center of the stadium, he noticed the car was not getting power down to the ground (Block would later learn the impact had broken the right rear wheel and driveshaft). With just a split second to decide if he could gain enough speed to clear the gap-jump, a potentially dangerous situation for himself and the ESPN commentator riding along inside the car, Block decided against going over the jump. Instead, Block swerved around the jump and went on to continue his lap with an ailing rear wheel, eventually finishing ahead Deegan. ESPN however disqualified Block for going off-course around the jump. \"I had less than a second to make a decision, I didn't know what was wrong with the car but I knew I hit that wall and I suddenly had trouble accelerating toward the jump,\" explained Block. \"I had an ESPN commentator riding in car and I just didn't want to potentially hurt her; I would probably have gone for it otherwise.\"
\n\t\n\tSubaru Rally Team USA's third entry was BMX legend Dave Mirra, driving an identically prepared 2009 Subaru Impreza WRX STI to those of Block and Pastrana. Mirra was paired against eventual Gold Medal winner Kenny Brack in the quarterfinals. In a tightly fought match-up, Mirra drove smooth and mistake free but Brack edged him out for the win. \"The course was a lot of fun and I'm glad I made a clean, mistake-free run, but it was Brack's day and his smooth driving style really worked well on this type of course,\" said Mirra. Mirra didn't leave the X Games empty-handed. The BMX icon won a Bronze medal in the BMX Freestyle Big Air competition, bringing his lifetime X Games medal count to 22. Mirra is this most decorated X Games athlete with 14 gold medals, four silver and four bronze.
\n\t\n\t\"Although we fell just short of winning X Games Rally, the heightened competition certainly helped fuel this year's spectacle,\" said James Han, motorsports marketing manager for Subaru of America, Inc. \"I'm proud that every member of Subaru Rally Team USA including our three drivers worked tirelessly to meet the challenge, and leaving X Games unfulfilled makes us even more determined for the following year.\"
\n\t\n\tPastrana and his Subaru Rally Team USA teammates Ken Block and Dave Mirra all entered the the X Games driving the same production-based 2009 Subaru Impreza WRX STI rally cars that they utilize in the 2009 Rally America National Championship. Pastrana is well on his way to earning his fourth consecutive Rally America National Championship after winning four of the six rounds run thus far in 2009.
\n\t\n\tFollow Subaru Rally Team USA on Twitter: www.twitter.com/srtusa
\n\tSubaru Rally Team USA is proudly supported by Subaru of America, Inc., Subaru Tecnica International (STI), Subaru Performance Tuning (SPT), DC Shoes, BFGoodrich Tires, RECARO, Alpinestars, Motul, Exedy, GReddy and Vermont SportsCar. Visit www.subaru.com/rally for Subaru Rally Team USA photo galleries, news and team information.


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Bracing myself.
booking my place - find it compelling viewing!
Panel member. With sick DS who nearly forgot about this. But here now!
OK, am looking at the website now and blimey, have no idea where to start. First thing I saw was "Kate is in early labour" Well whoop de doo. Why would I want to click on that since I know nothing about Kate.
Then I saw the huge list of headlines down the page. Looks like a bad local newspaper site with no focus.
Ah, have just noticed tabs at top, they look more engaging, will go and have an explore.
Non panel member - checking in. Having to watch either online or on analogue tonight because of weather. So everyone will be having babies in snow round here
Ok, the website is so cluttered I've walked away. It seems a bit random.
In the birth bit you connect to Babycentre, the NCT and Netmums for more info. Interesting selection, presumably for commercial reasons otherwise why would you not link to NHS and NICE information?
Some of the features under "Interact" look very childish, it looks like a website for teenagers. I really didn't want to click on them.
So what would I prefer?
A cleaner, more focused look probably, some interesting articles on the choices available. i.e. Why waterbirth, which could include stories from the series, a look at the hospitals facilities and could include opinions from the staff on the series (you could even include the person that has to empty them afterwards on that one).
A section on each birth featured with a bit more background, detail and follow up. Not huge but fleshing out what we saw on TV.
More info on the key staff we see, who they are, what that job entails, their experiences etc.
Fundamentally it looks to me like you had a meeting, shoved a load of ideas on a whiteboard and gave it to the IT intern.
Sorry, but destructive, but it really didn't engage me at all!
I'd really like to see an SPD birth - I had really awful SPD for my first child and was induced (which failed so I had an emergency caesarian). It'd be really good to get the message across that SPD does not necessarily mean you cannot birth your baby and would show the skills of the midwives too.
im watching too
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I rather like the Midwife Heroines bit on the website but wonder what OBEM and Ch4 are going to do with it. Are the thanks passed on to the midwives nominated?
Panel member here.
Just nipping for a quick fag and a wine top-up and then I'm ready
DH is pretending not to watch and has stuck massive headphones on his laptop
the headphones are on his ears, obv
hehehe MrsShrek
the DDs are watching i shall let you know what they think.
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Re the website - at first look it seems 'bitty' and disjointed but makes sense after a bit. I like the live comment bit. The video clips could have been organised a bit better, maybe into a 'folder' or on to some tabs or something?
Like Phil already, very polite yawn!
Am on the panel but may have to stop posting half way when dp returns from football training and watch and comment on the rest later.
DP hates programmes like this and would only talk and criticise all the way through if I tried to make him watch it!!
dh always gets suckered in despite asking in tone that suggest I'm a closet masochist, "why do you watch?"
I haven't looked at website yet, will have a peek after the program
aww lydia ... i was 20 having my first. cute couple##he looks terrified!
This looks better, bit of process!
Tendayi (hope I've got the spelling ok) might be in for a long haul
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Eating well can be a challenging during cancer treatment. Here's help making dietary choices to help you feel strong and healthy during this time.
If you're undergoing or recovering from cancer therapy, you may be faced with gastrointestinal symptoms that lead to a loss of appetite and weight, including bloating, diarrhea, nausea and constipation. Luckily, you can do things to alleviate these symptoms and get back to feeling your best.
We consulted Director of the Johns Hopkins Integrative Medicine & Digestive Center, Linda Lee, MD, for tips on how to help with some of those symptoms. Browse our slideshow to get on the path to relief.
Watch the dairyAlthough you may have been a life-long milk drinker, you can become temporarily lactose intolerant as a result of cancer treatments.
Chemo and radiation sometimes prevent the small intestine from producing enough of the enzyme lactase, causing bloating, gassiness, cramping or diarrhea when you eat foods with lactose.
Beware of bubblesAlthough some people believe the bubbles in soda make them burp and feel better, the effect is only temporary—and the bubbles and caffeine can eventually aggravate gassiness, bloating and heartburn.
Grab some gingerRecent studies suggest that encapsulated ginger can help reduce the nausea associated with some types of chemotherapy. You can try a 200 mg supplement three times per day, or even better, try adding ⅛ tsp of fresh grated ginger to hot tea.
Rethink the bacon cheeseburgerRich or fried foods are high in fat and calories—but they also slow stomach emptying, which can cause bloating or nausea.
If you're running short on calories, try eating small but frequent meals that include plenty of fresh vegetables, fruits and whole grains.
Break down your veggiesFiber-packed raw vegetables can be challenging for your stomach to break down, but that doesn't mean you should skip them—they do contain lots of good vitamins and minerals.
Instead, try blending them into a "green" smoothie (carrots and even spinach taste great!) or adding them to soup. Puréed and cooked vegetables are easier for your body to digest.
Be choosy with fruitYour small intestine can only absorb so much fructose a day, and some fruits have more of it than others, such as melons, papaya, mango, apples and pear. You don't have to avoid these fruits completely to prevent discomfort, just don't eat too many of them on the same day.
Fruits with a lower amount of fructose include berries, peaches, plums, ripe bananas and citrus.
Drink lots of waterDehydration worsens symptoms of nausea, vomiting and fatigue. Don't be afraid to drink water even if you're having diarrhea—it doesn't make it worse, but instead helps replenish what your intestine is losing.
Remember that your taste buds may have changedWhen friends and family offer to cook for you, by all means, accept! By saying yes, you allow them into your life and to feel connected to you.
But don't feel bad if you can't eat what they've made. If you've gone through chemotherapy, your taste buds may have temporarily changed, and foods you once loved may not be appealing anymore. Consulting a dietitian or nutritionist can give you new recipe ideas, and ensure you're meeting your daily calorie and nutrient needs.
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The front tire features dual compound (3LC) to provide grip in all riding modes. The center compound offers linear handling while the shoulder compound secures high grip and solid contact feeling. It has S-shaped grooves for optimal cornering force to improve stability, linear handling and absorption. Groove location across the tread center secures rich contact feeling and stable wet performance.
The rear tire features a new triple compound (5LC). In the center, the compound offers good stability, while the shoulder compound transfers power to the road with strong traction. The compound on the extreme edge offers strong side grip and solid contact feeling at extreme lean angles. The rear tires L-shaped grooves enhance shock absorption and rear-end steering. Groove location not across tread center area provides both wet performance and strong traction. High speed durability is also maximized.
The steel MS-BELT (mono-spiral belt) construction applied to front and rear tires absorbs sudden impact from bumps and offers high stability and tremendous line-holding in corners. Both tires also feature HTSPC- ( High Tensile Super Penetrated Cord – Mono Spiral Belt ) for a rich contact feel, strong grip and high-speed stability.
Compares to Dunlop Qualifier, Michelin Pilot Power/Pilot Sport HPX, Pirelli Diablo/Rosso, Metzeler Sportec M-3/M-1
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Sidewall | BSW |
This describes the sidewall appearance. Examples include Black Sidewall, White Sidewall, and White Letters.
Load Index | 58 |
The load index (LI) is a 2 or 3 digit number that corrolates to the maximum amount of weight the tire can carry. For example, a tire with a load index of 87 indicates that the tire can carry a maximim load of 1,201 lbs. In the case of our example the 87 identifies the tires ability to carry a maximum of 1,201 lbs. So 4 tires will carry a maximum of 4,804 lbs. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for the recommended minimim Load Index. It is not recommended to install tires with a lower Load Index. By doing so, this could cause your tires to be overloaded thus potentially causing a blowout.
Speed Rating | W |
Speed Ratings (SR) are based on laboratory tests and indicates the maximum speed the tire can achieve. These tests are based on limited time trials. Higher speed rating tires typically will yield better handling capabilities, but may often result in lower mileage. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for the recommended minimum Speed Rating. It is not recommended to install a tire with a lower speed rating as it could affect the handling of your vehicle. It is important to note that speed ratings only apply to tires that have not been damaged, altered, under-inflated or overloaded. Additionally, most tire manufacturers maintain that a tire that has been cut or punctured no longer retains the tire manufacturer's original speed rating, even after being repaired because the tire manufacturer can't control the quality of the repair.
Ply Rating | Not Available |
Ply Rating is related to the max load capacity. This value can be defined with a letter or number. The higher the number/letter, the higher the load capacity.
UTQG | Not Available |
To help consumers evaluate their tires, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) created the Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQG). The UTQG rates tires are rated on their tread-wear, traction performance, and temperature resistance. The grade for each of these can be found on the sidewall of your tire (except for winter tires and certain light truck tires). Click here for more information.
Max Single Load(lbs) | 520 | The maximum load this tire will support. Remember to multiply this number by the number of tires installed on your vehicle to get the maximum carrying capacity. This number is directly related to the Load Index. |
Max Single Air Pressure(PSI) | 42 | The maximum air pressure this tire will support. This does not represent the amount of air pressure your tires should have at all times. Consult with your owner's manual to determine the best air pressure you should use for your vehicle. |
Tread Depth | 4.0 | The amount of tread on the tire. Once the tire is worn to 2/32nds, it is considered fully used and should be replaced at that time. Most tires will have tire indicators in the grooves of the tire to help you determine when the tires are worn down to 2/32nds. |
Rim Width Range | 3.5-3.75 | The approved wheel rim width range this tire will support. |
Measured Rim Width | 3.5 | The recommended wheel width as recommended by the tire manufacturer to get the best wear us performance for this tire. |
Section Width | 4.6 | The measurement from sidewall to sidewall. |
Tread Width | Not Available | The measurement from one side of the tread to the other side of the tread. |
Overall Diameter | 23.2 | The height of the tire when fully inflated. |
Manufacturer Part Number | 132864 | Manufacturer part number (sku) |


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An "animal advocacy group" called Friends of Animals (FoA), founded in 1957, announced that its members plan to "descend" on Holley, N.Y., on Saturday, Feb. 16, to protest the town's 7th Annual "Hazzard County Squirrel Slam." Holley is a village in the Town of Murray in Orleans County with a population of 1,800. The Squirrel Slam is a hunting contest and fund-raiser for the Holley Fire Department. It lasts most of the day as teams of two go out into the woods to stalk and still hunt the red and grey squirrel – a favorite small game animal – and a farmer's pest - in a competition that lands a prize to whoever brings back the biggest squirrel. The humane society has written a letter asking organizers to consider stopping the event. Other activists have circulated petitions online that have prompted letters, phone calls, and e-mails to village leaders. Adults and children, 12 and older, with a junior hunting license, requiring that they be accompanied by an adult, are permitted to compete in the Squirrel Slam. "Holley officials are dead wrong in proceeding with this obscene killing contest involving children as young as 12 -- which offers cash and gun prizes to participants who kill the heaviest squirrels," said Edita Birnkrant, director of Friends of Animals New York. "Firearms like an AR/22 Semi and other rifles will be raffled off as rewards after dead squirrels are weighed." In New York, squirrel hunting season begins in September and lasts through February. Hunters are allowed to take six squirrels a day throughout that six-month period. "We've lived in this area for 31 years. I don't see a problem and I think it's important for people to know that the meat isn't wasted, the pelts are used," said Kathy Nadelen of Holley. Squirrel hunting has a long tradition in rural New York, Vermont, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, Virginia and elsewhere, since the meat is consumed, the pelts are used and, on top of that, a rise in squirrel population can be a problem to farmers. Hungry, rural squirrels can wreak havoc on a farm as they dig up newly planted seeds and munch away at apples ripe for picking, leading to sizable crop losses. Pest experts use chemicals to control squirrels. Farmers, like those in Holley, have a sustainable and time honored solution. In many old farming towns, vegetable farmers turn in their hoes for hunting gear when the weather turns cold. Small-game hunting is a part of rural life. The protesters plan to come to the Holley Fire Hall, at 7 Thomas Street in Holley and protest outside the hall from 3 to 6 p.m. Birnkrant said Friends of Animals asked Holley officials to cancel the squirrel-killing contest, while thousands of people across the country signed petitions, sent e-mail messages and called the Fire Chief and Mayor to object to the event. The Holley Fire Dept. issued a statement saying they respect all opinions and have listened to all sides of this debate. But their event will continue as scheduled and they hope everyone can respect the freedoms and rights of those who wish to participate. The Friends of Animals president sees a connection with the NRA and, seemingly, suggests that squirrel hunting is something new. "Squirrels are not shooting targets," Friends of Animals' President Priscilla Feral said, "and the NRA's brainwashing scheme to indoctrinate children to seize guns -- and then to create a spectacle of dead animals for prize money and firearms is a disastrous, convoluted idea." Wolf hunting, hunting with hounds, bear hunting and bow and arrow hunting of deer by Native Americans have all been protested in the last year. Alex Robinson of Outdoor Life wrote, "How far we have fallen when it's controversial for kids to spend a day squirrel hunting with their parents." In many rural areas, hunting is tradition, considered a way of life for a father to teach his son how to hunt. The owning of a first rifle, and the ability for a boy to provide food for himself and his family is a rite of passage into manhood. Other local groups, such as Animal Advocates of Western New York, and Animal Rights Activists of Upstate New York, plan to join the demonstration they say "to raise the conscience of people inside and outside the Holley community," FoA reports. FoA apparently does not require members to be vegetarians, prompting one critic to ask, "Do they believe that the brutal corporate raising and cruel slaughter of animals in slaughterhouses is preferable for meat eaters than the taking of game for meat?" "A national conversation on gun violence is happening now in our country, and killing contests such as Holley's 'Squirrel Slam' subvert a civilized human culture --brainwashing children to think guns are cool and that terrorizing and killing animals is a fun, rewarded activity," FoA said in a written statement. "On February 16, Holley will be filled with animal advocates who believe that violent, regressive events like the 'Squirrel Slam' need to bite the dust," Birnkrant says. "There are plenty of creative, entertaining ways to raise monies that don't involve prompting children to kill animals with guns." Hunting may well predate the rise of the species Homo sapiens and the emergence of the Homo genus from the earlier Australopithecines. The rise of man included the production of stone tools and the control of fire and hunting. Hunting predates the development of the bow 18,000 years ago and the domestication of the dog 15,000 years ago. For eons, hunting was a significant contributor to the human food supply. Squirrel hunting was part of the pathway of man rising, and, up until the cruel slaughterhouse took away the need for man to kill his own meat and make the direct connection between the life he took and the food he ate, squirrel hunting was part of the way a man provided sustenance for his family.Indeed squirrel hunters turned into soldiers to fight in the American Revolution.
In a vat of warm squirrel gravy, lightly caramel-colored and smooth on the surface, with shreds and chunks of long-cooked squirrel meat, ladled up and onto biscuits and baked potatoes, you will wonder how meat can taste so fresh and clean and good, a simple feast for a hard working farmer. Squirrel potpie is also delicious. In Virginia's Brunswick County, in 1828, four squirrels, with onions and stale bread went into a pot and became the dish known as Brunswick stew. Roasted squirrel and casseroles with herbs and chanterelles are other ways to eat it. Squirrel can be butterflied, slathered in spices, pan-seared and finished in the oven. Soaked in a lime juice, it can be marinated for a few hours to tenderize it and used in tacos or chimichangas. Fry it briefly in olive oil with minced garlic and caramelized onion and build it into a pasta sauce. In fact, in any recipe, where one would use chicken, one can substitute squirrel, leading some to call squirrel the "chicken of the trees." In fact, squirrel is probably healthier than hormone-fed chickens. Squirrels are a low-fat source of protein, says Gabriella M. Petrick, an associate professor of nutrition and food studies at George Mason University. A 7-ounce serving of squirrel has nearly 44 grams of protein and six grams of mostly "good fats" from its nut-centric diet, according to a nutritional analysis of game meat. If you want to eat free-range, hormone-free and relatively cruelty-free meat then you might want to consider eating what is actually living around you.
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Put engine on TDC cylinder #1... your going to have to drop the pan down a little to get the timing cover out just so you know.. once you get the cover off, remove the gear drive. install the timing set str8 up in the middle keyway. you can check the clearence if you feel the need to do so. put it all back togther. there is a little lip on the timing cover you can clip off, to make installation easier, it won't hurt anything.
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I hope this article will help you, Good luck, Rich http://www.chevyhiperformance.com/te...ion/index.html http://boxwrench.net/specs/chevy_sb.htm Last edited by richard stewart 3rd; 05-29-2008 at 10:21 PM. Reason: forgot torque specs |
This really isn't part of your question but 99% of the time when those timing gears go bad it is because they were installed incorrectly.
Well first of all thanks guys for you help I apprecaite it a bunch But I know the gear drive was installed correctly cause my dad was the one who built my engine. I just selected the parts. He has built motors for almost 30 years and he can do a chevy blindfold. For some reason it just went bad quickly for some reason. I have read on some other car forums that its happend to other people as well. I will have to save up my cash and possibly try to do it. Thanks again Eric
I don't doubt that your dad has skills with motors. And maybe the one he installed was the 1% that was just a bad one.
But all those other guys you read about installed theirs incorrectly, installing a timing chain correctly is a breeze, installing a gear drive correctly is a process that requires several hours, precision tools, and a milling machine. The problem is that you don't hear about the ones that go good because it is not an issue, you only hear about the bad. Anyways, back to the original question, you will need a three jaw puller to remove the gear off of the crankshaft. To make the process a little easier you will want to purchase a timing set with a single keyway, from that point it is pretty easy, just press the gear on the crank line up the marks and bolt up the cam gear. Done. |
One of the most helpful things i've found for this sort of stuff is to get either a Haynes or Chilton's manual, like the ones they sell at autozone, for lets say 70's chevy pickups. They usually have them, and since the carbed small block has been basically the same animal for years the information should be spot on. It will give you all the torque specs and they've got detailed pictures and descriptions to go along with most of the stuff. (I am assuming that you have a carburetor of course, but the majority of the info will hold for either one, so long as the block is a gen 1. ) Most also have a whole section on overhauling the engine which again gives a step by step. Just a thought, it's what i did on my first engine to figure out some of the stuff. They make it a lot easier to teach your self and they're cheap.
You should be able to do more than well though with just what people have posted for you already, good luck! hotrod |
For the tools (balancer puller/installer & 3 jaw puller) you can rent these from Autozone to save you some $$. You give them a deposit and they give all your money back when you return the tool.
with regard to the cam button - i assume you have a roller cam/ lifters , if not you don't need the cam button.
If you follow the links given above, you shouldn't have any problems.
Not from personal experience, but the engine builder that did my sand drag car for me years ago said Pete Jackson gear drives were not very good quality. That may be why you had problems. He refused to even use them. |
Thanks guys I appreciate the help. When I go to torque the crank and cam bolts how am I able to torque them when the cam and crank are going to want to move? Hope that does not sound stupid but they do turn when you tighten them up. I just want to be able to get a correct torque on it. Also I do have a roller cam so I will have too use a new cam button but what I am worried about it has the correct clearance now but if I chanage things will it be different? I am guessing it will and I don't have a dial indicator to check the clearance and would not know completely how to do it but I have ideas. Thanks folks I might try to do it. I know about how to line things up dot to dot or straight up.
Thanks Eric |
There is a lot of good information given you on this thread that will help you.
As far as torquing your cam gear bolts, it should not turn the engine over. For torquing the balancer bolt you need to remove the cover for the torque converter and use a long screw driver or pry bar to hold the flywheel or flex plate from turning, while torquing the balancer bolt. Oh by the way Welcome to hotrodders.com |
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Jeff91 Nov 15, 2011 6:54 PM EDT |
I've got a great idea - lets take a computer that has sub-par specs, install Linux on it, install some games and then complain that those games don't run well. Honestly, what was he expecting? Buy a dedicated nvidia graphics card (not some 4 year old integrated POS), install the drivers, use a sane non-Unity/Gnome Shell desktop and you will be good to go. I play everything from Savage 2 to Starcraft 2 on my system without issues. ~Jeff |
linuxsavvy Nov 15, 2011 9:33 PM EDT |
I've played games in Windows, similar to the ones I reviewed, and on the same hardware - they were just flawless. I'm aware that it can get harder to configure games on Linux machines, which *might* probably work well in the end, but that was the point of my article. |
Jeff91 Nov 15, 2011 9:41 PM EDT |
Still, just because you "reviewed" some poorly written games doesn't mean the state of gaming on Linux is in the toilet. Go play Savage 2 (or heck any other well written game) for Linux and you will see the experience is the same as on Windows. ~Jeff |
skelband Nov 15, 2011 10:35 PM EDT |
See also Amnesia and UT 2004 for more good examples both of which I enjoyed immensely. |
jacog Nov 16, 2011 4:37 AM EDT |
I'm loving Desura at the moment and while the library is still small, it has some well-decent titles on there, like Oil Rush, Frozen Synapse, Trine (soon 2), Atom Zombie Smasher, Dungeons of Dredmor, Amnesia. None of these are any worse in Linux than Windows. |
helios Nov 16, 2011 9:45 AM EDT |
Actually, Amnesia runs better on my Linux machine better than it does on Windows. In Windows, it glitches frequently during spells of "insanity" and long hallways or expansive chambers pixel out constantly. In Linux, it is smooth and clear....same machine being dual booted so different hardware isn't the issue. |
Jeff91 Nov 16, 2011 10:36 AM EDT |
I'd be willing to bet that part of his issue is related to 11.10 wonderful new desktop. *gag* ~Jeff |
Koriel Nov 16, 2011 12:43 PM EDT |
Its not his machine specs. I have an 4ghz Athlon x2 with 2gb ram, and an even older Nvidia GF6800 and it runs WoW and other stuff just fine at 1280x1024 + 4xAA and thats with the Wine overhead. If his native stuff is running badly then it will be more likely his DE or possibly the compositor causing GL issues. |
linuxsavvy Nov 16, 2011 12:47 PM EDT |
Okay... Gaming in Linux doesn't have a long way to go, it's quite formidable already. The hardware I'm running did prevent me from being fair to the most sophisticated games. But the fact remains that the trouble I had to encounter in getting the right graphics driver running, and the much-reviled Unity desktop in Ubuntu 11.10 could get in the way of users' experiences, especially the ones like me who are in the early stages of getting familiar with such environments. The Internet is riddled with negative thoughts about gaming in Linux, but going by responses in this thread and the article, the Linux-gaming scene has clearly changed rapidly for the better. |
Koriel Nov 16, 2011 2:20 PM EDT |
Im a huge Windows gamer and although things have improved on Linux significantly in the last 2 years I won't be ditching my Windows 7 gaming rig anytime soon. Linux will forever be playing catchup and that's just the reality of the situation which won't change without massive support from the big boys of the gaming industry. Weird thing is all the games im playing on Linux are older ones that have problems running on Windows 7 such as Thief 1&2, System Shock 2, Deus Ex 1 which are now easier to get to run on Wine than Windows. You can tell im a huge TTLG fan as well, currently replaying the entire Thief series in anticipation of the release of Thief 4. I think the "Dolt" was uncalled for, it was a reasonable article where you acknowledged your hardware limitations but I would try it again using a DE such as XFCE which is less resource hungry and doesn't cause any problems as long as you don't use stuff such as its own compositor or Compiz. Unless your using a tablet just ditch Unity its a waste of space on a desktop. My current Linux rig is Athlon X2, 4Ghz, 2GB Ram, NV6800 running PCLinuxOS and XFCE desktop. Not so far away from your specs and most windows stuff runs well on Wine as long as its not too recent and the native stuff even better. And if you are into RTS Total Annihilation linux style go take a look at this http://springrts.com/wiki/Games |
skelband Nov 16, 2011 3:15 PM EDT |
I find it interesting that others are using Wine to the same extent as we are here for games. It is a shame that such games as the Sims (the original) still do not work well (I'm looking at it, but I don't have much time). I do think the irony is that any game producer that wanted to access the Linux market would probably find it easier to test, and get games working, against Wine, working with the Wine crew where necessary rather than specific Linux ports. This might well give the Wine product a significant boost as well. For a lot of games, like Far Cry which are still even now quite demanding on hardware, when they run well they run really well. Recently audio has had a big upgrade as well as great wadges of the graphical side. The annoying thing about trying to get games running under wine is that if they have problems, they are usually fairly minor ones. Possible difficult to diagnost and fix, but constituting very small aspects of the overall game (e.g. a sound not working, a minor graphical glitch in one room or another, a video not playing properly, some small gap in an API call etc...). So much ground is already covered in Linux. I have nothing but huge praise for the Wine developers for a job very well done. |
Jeff91 Nov 16, 2011 3:19 PM EDT |
Koriel - "Its not his machine specs. I have an 4ghz Athlon x2 with 2gb ram, and an even older Nvidia GF6800" This is stronger than the specs listed in the article. The 6800 is a dedicated graphics card. ~Jeff |
tracyanne Nov 16, 2011 5:23 PM EDT |
Quoting:I have nothing but huge praise for the Wine developers for a job very well done. I'm not a gamer, the last time I had any real interest in computer games was playing Descent on Windows 95 back in 1997. I do however attempt to get any software developer who develops any software I like, but for which there is no Linux application, to get in contac t with the WINE people to make their application runable on Linux. |
jacog Nov 17, 2011 3:39 AM EDT |
I also keep Winders on dual-boot for the majority of my gaming. What's keeping Linux back as a gaming platform is not the platform itself, but rather availability of popular titles. Things are slowly changing though, mostly due to the growing popularity of indie games. I have at least 3 indie titles for every 1 AAA title in my collection, and a hefty chunk of these indies reside on my Linux system. |
Koriel Nov 17, 2011 12:50 PM EDT |
Thanks for that info Jeff not sure how i missed that, not having a dedicated video card for gaming is no no regardless of what OS you are using. |
linuxsavvy Nov 18, 2011 2:32 AM EDT |
Jeff, what's your favorite/recommended system configuration for the best Linux games - particularly the distro? |
jacog Nov 18, 2011 4:56 AM EDT |
And Desura has come out of beta. Rejoice! :) |
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I'm in Minneapolis for a three-day weekend/impromptu visit with friends. A little last minute trip seems like one of those things you should do in the summertime. We're off to ride bikes and play miniature golf.
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