Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Weighting Jerkbaits

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by Fishin Factors

In the spring, during the pre-spawn, bass begin moving toward their bedding waters. It is during this time when the angler can experience some of the best fishing of the year. Maybe the bass are eating big in preparation for the spawn when they don't eat much at all. Whatever the reason, I like it. In most of the Northern part of the country the water temperature is still rather cool at this time, and the fish are not overly active. They are eating, but they are eating in slow motion.

Suspending Jerkbait:
a. There has been a great deal written about the suspending jerkbait, and I probably cannot add to its already documented effectiveness.
b. I usually purchase both suspending and floating jerkbaits and weight them in order to control how it sits in the water. c. The suspending Jerkbait has allowed me better luck fishing the suspending jerkbait very slow.
d. Many times to get it slow enough, I need to ad weight to it as well. This added weight will allow me to pause this back for as long as I feel neccessary without moving it.
d. Vary your retrieve - after getting the jerkbait down to the desired depth, experiment with the retrieve. Try quick, snapping, jerks followed by doing nothing but watching your line. Try sweeping the bait three or four feet then doing nothing. Try anything! Sometimes it is some little something that triggers a strike. Just remember what you did on every cast. It would be a shame to catch a fish and not remember what you did to catch it.

3. Weighting your Jerkbaits:
a. In the spring, I like to concentrate the weight toward the front of the lure. This keeps the nose pointing down, and each jerk, snap, or pull will tend to force the lure deeper, counteracting the upward pull of the line.
b. In the fall, I do just the opposite with a jerkbait. With the nose pointing up, each jerk, snap, or pull makes the lure appear to be heading for the surface in an attempt to escape. This requires placing the weight to the rear of the center of gravity.
c. Personally, I prefer to use weight strips that will stick to my jerkbaits instead of clamping on pieces of lead. I don't think one way is any better than the other is; I just don't like the looks of a bait with a chunk of lead hanging on the hooks. (The fish apparently don't care.)
d. I use stick on dots or strips to complete the weighting process. Sometimes I paint over the lead, but I don't think it really adds to anything except how I view it.
e. Properly weighting a jerkbait is not an easy process. I have spent as much as an hour tuning one lure to my satisfaction.

I have consistently had better luck in the spring and fall using a very slow presentation with suspending jerkbaits. Research has indicated that a bass will always take the easiest meal, and a minnow-looking offering just sitting there in the water is much easier to eat than a moving crankbait or spinnerbait. If your patience can hold out, try the "Slo-o-o-o-o-ow" approach. If you think it is hard to keep it slow when you start using this method, wait until the few casts right after you catch a good fish.

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Tuesday, April 29, 2008

Golf Match Play Scoring

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by Marko Peter

Scoring match play games in golf is very simple overall. At its most basic, a stipulated round of match play comes down to which side (or 'team') leads in the number holes won relative to the number of holes left to play. Match play can be performed on a full 18 holes, but the game may also be lengthened or shortened if necessary in order to determine a winner.

The basic golf match play scoring procedure at each hole comes down to strokes. In order to win a hole, your side must 'hole the ball' in fewer strokes than the opposing side.

For example, let's say you're at the fourth hole and the opposing team manages to get the ball into the hole after 5 strokes. Then, your team goes, and it happens to be your turn to hit the ball. Being the golf wizard that you are, you sink the ball after only 2 strokes. Bingo! Your team is the winner of that hole.

Now, let's also say that, up to the fourth hole, your team has won 3 out of 4 holes played. Unlike other sports, you don't say that you're winning 3 to 1. Instead, you say that you are "up by 3", while the other team is "down by 3".

You'll also hear golfers use terms such as "holes up", "all square" and "so many to play." If both sides are in a tie, for example, you'll say it's "all square." If you're halfway through a typical course, you might say: "We're 4 up with 9 to play", if you've won 4 holes and lost 5 to that point.

What happens if your side has won as many holes as there left to play? For example, maybe it was a bad day and you've won only 4 holes by the time you reach the sixteenth hole? The proper golf match play scoring term in that case is: "dormie."

This is it as far as the basics of golf match play scoring. You'll want to check with an up-to-date rule book to determine what to do for special golf match play scoring cases such as penalties on 'halved holes' as well as stroke, hole or match concessions.

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Monday, April 28, 2008

Why You Should Buy Trek Mountain Bikes Today

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By Muna wa Wanjiru

Are you looking to purchase a new bicycle? In that case you must have a look at the Trek Mountain Bikes. Trek Mountain Bikes is a very ancient brand. This is in existence for a very long time and has come to stay - except maybe to the next exigent trail!

First you should note that Trek designs and produces Trek Mountain Bikes, as well as road bikes, but the corporation does much more than that. The bikes manufactured by them are of very good quality. The fact that Lance Armstrong rides a Trek goes to prove this point. This is proof enough of the quality and performance of this bike.

Trek has a row of accessories that are highly suited to mount bikers of all ages and expertise levels. Outfits and shoes, under the Trek brand are available through their official website. You can also buy the helmets and other safety equipment, locks, lights, racks, saddles, trainers, packs, bike maintenance gear, trailers, Trek souvenirs, team wear, and even computers for your Trek Mountain Bikes! Trek even has their own specifically designed water bottles, and they sell nourishment bars and packs as well!

Now that you make out that Trek is all about bikes and mountain bikes - and satisfying the needs and whims of bikers and mountain bikers, stopover at their site, and start building your Trek mountain bike. That's right! You can even construct the Trek Bike according to the features you have in mind virtually. You can set up with just the frame, or select a whole bike. You can choose the color format, and many other skin texture as well - when you have virtually designed the bike of your dreams, you can even order it if you want to! If you can't find the money for it immediately, however, you can save it, and go back and look at it over and over again.

Once you've bought your Trek mountain bike, you can use it to tour interesting locations. Trek also offers the Trek travel feature to bikers. Planning your trekking trip is very easy with the use of this feature which enables you to plan your trips according to your level of skill and expertise, your travel date plans, etc. These tours which are accompanied by guides gives you a lot of confidence. The guides are qualified to take care of your needs and the safety measures ensuring you have a relaxing and enjoyable tour.

You can still have fun and enjoy the exciting Trek mountain bikes tours even if you are not in the best of shape. Simple tours take you through with an average speed of thirty miles per day. Since the routes are usually flat, it is very easy and relaxing to ride at your speed. It is not even compulsory that you should ride every day. If you prefer something a bit more audacious, there are moderate trips on hand as well.

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Friday, April 25, 2008

Power Tennis Movement

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by Paul Gold

If you want to emulate the powerfully impressive style of play by world No.2 Rafael Nadal, try training on one leg.

Top tennis trainer Paul Gold explains

Who wouldn't want to be like Rafael Nadal? His muscle-bound physique and awesome talent with a tennis racket means he looks the part and plays the part of a player ranked No.2 in the world.

It's hardly surprising therefore that many players are hitting the gym in a quest to emulate their Spanish hero.

Modern tennis is, after all, all about power ' power of movement, power of shot and power of thought ' and Nadal is an undisputed world-class powerhouse in all of these departments.

It's clear that the stronger you are the greater the intensity at which you can perform and the less risk you face of injury. But can you be too strong?

Could the new gym rats who want to look like and play like Nadal be doing themselves more harm than good?

There is no question that strength without skill or even good skill levels with low strength will produce less than optimum results. But is it really that important for a tennis player to be able to perform a traditional gym exercise like a squat using a 200+kg bar?

It could be argued that a squat of 100kg along with great stability, power, body control and skill is a far better combination.

This begs the question, "Why not have all these and a 200+kg squat?" Although this sounds like the ideal solution, discussion of this nature is totally misguided.

The main problem is that when it comes to weight training, players (and their coaches and fitness trainers) are often guilty of using old, non-sports-specific bodybuilding principles that focus on building size in isolated muscles through use of exercises that operate in only one plane of motion.

In tennis you need to be able to convert muscle strength into explosive power very quickly. Although traditional weight training will make you stronger, it won't necessarily enable you to convert that strength into power quick enough for maximum tennis performance.

Let's face it, in a multi-skilled sport like tennis, the objective is to improve sport performance and reduce injury potential, not build entrants for bodybuilding competitions!

You may possibly start to look a bit like the heavily muscled Nadal, but you still won't be much nearer to producing his level of power ' that's assuming you haven't injured your back in along the way!

Let's examine the example of the 200+ kg squat.

To work on the squat in the traditional way means at best the player loads up the bar to the point where they need a 'spotter' (someone who provides support) for safety reasons. Alternatively, they use a cage that is safer but because the bar is fixed it does not allow them to work in a multi-plane environment ' which after all is how the game of tennis is played.

One of the biggest problems with both of these scenarios is that the excessive loading that occurs to the spine and joints on an ongoing basis impacts on the risk/safety ratio over time. The greater the loads, the greater are the chances of injury. Often players get to the point of 'failure' because of the physical and mental pressure of the bar on their backs rather than because of fatigue in the legs.

There is no doubt that for a player to improve strength they must train at intensities high enough to elicit a strength response (the principle of overload), but there is a better way to increase muscular loading AND nervous system loading ' thus improving core stability and balance in the process and lessening the strain on the spine and joints.

This can be achieved using single-leg exercises ' replicating the game of tennis that's played predominantly on a single-leg basis anyway.

You can still do maximal lifts just as you would with traditional double-leg squatting, but without the excessive loads on the spine and joints.

Note - You can also use this type of training on the upper body with the use of dumbbells.

This kind of training means that unlike traditional weight training you are working more muscles ' the primary muscles (big muscle groups) as well as the smaller stabilisers.

Furthermore, this kind of strength training also provides an added skill component to your physical training that will reap rewards when transferred to the court.

As far as Nadal is concerned, he is clearly a very talented player who was born with great tennis skills, which he has honed over the years.

His physique and the physicality of his style of play only go to enhance his considerable racket skills, without which he would not be the same player.

Try incorporating some single-leg and single-arm exercises to help maximise your tennis performance while staying injury-free.

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Thursday, April 24, 2008

A Simple Guide to Running

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by David Osgathorp

At last the winter is drawing to a close, the days are getting longer and we can start stepping up our exercise routines, whether it is for that long awaited summer holiday or for a personal goal such as the marathon.

For many of us this means one thing, Running!

For those of you training for the marathon, the weekly mileage and speed training will now be mounting up as you enter the last couple of weeks leading into the big day.

For those of us just training for that ever elusive beach body running may form an important part of our regular training programme.

It can be difficult running in a major city like London. The traffic, pollution and lack of real open areas can cause problems running outside and pounding away on a treadmill just does not deliver the same feeling of achievement as running outdoors.

Here in Highgate and Hampstead we are very lucky. The Heath is an ideal place to run. The open access gets you away from the traffic and the ranging terrain can act as a great training tool for things such as hill running, interval training and sprint training.

If running is a big part of your training routine then it is important to remember a few simple things before you lace up your running shoes.

Hydration - It has been shown that 2 percentage dehydration can lead to a 30% drop in performance. This can lead to injuries and illness. When you go out running, take enough fluid to last you the entire session. It is also important to replace your fluids and electrolyte levels when you have finished your run. You can do this with sports drinks or through a simple mix of fruit juice and water e.g.one quarter orange juice, three quarter water.

Footwear - Your footwear is the single most important piece of equipment for a runner. You should ensure that your footwear is sturdy enough to protect your ankle joints, cushioned enough to limit the impact every time your foot strikes the floor and light enough to allow your feet to breath.

A simple check for your footwear is firstly the age of the trainers. Anything over six months old really needs replacing. This can be expensive but the long term benefits will be worth it. The next check is the sole of the trainers. Do they still have the same flat shaped sole as when they were bought or are there now odd shaped wedges worn into the soles of the shoes? If this is so once again it is time for a new pair of running shoes. Take care of your feet and your feet will take care of you!

Warm up and cool down - A good warm up should last around five minutes and should include simple stretches of the major muscles being used (hamstrings, quads, calves) and a gentle exercise to raise the heart rate (fast walking, slow jog). This prepares the body for the stress that you are about to place on it.

A cool down should include the same things as a warm up; Stretches for the major muscles (hamstrings, quads, calves) and a come down exercise that allows the body to return to its normal resting state (slow jog, fast walk).

You could also include a cold shower as part of your recovery process. This is a simple five minute session where you run a cold shower over your legs to help the blood flush out any of the waste products and lactic acid that has built up during the running session. This is similar to the ice baths that professional athletes use but is not as intense.

If running is a big part of your training routine then no matter how many precautions you take, you may at some time or another succumb to one of the inevitable injuries that all runners suffer from. These may include a simple muscle strain or more serious conditions such as shin splints, plantar fasciities, Achilles tendonitis or runner's knee.

Injuries are regular occurrences in runners, the constant pounding through the joints and the demand placed upon the working muscles can become too much for some participants. By taking on board some of the information in this article you will decrease the risk of injury occurrence, enjoy the activity a lot more and get the results you desire from the hard work you put in.

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Wednesday, April 23, 2008

The Basics of Golf Balls, Tees and Divot Repair Tools

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by Brian Link

For most serious golfers, their equipment is one of their most prized possessions. Golf clubs are obviously the most expensive pieces of equipment a golfer can buy. There are some cheaper accessories that are absolutely vital to your golf game whether you are playing professionally or just for recreation.

Unfortunately there are hundreds, if not thousands, of these golf accessories that are a complete waste of money. There are many gizmos and gadgets that are intended to lure in new and amateur golfers into buying them, with promises that the gadgets will help them "play like the pros." The reality is that three of the biggest golf items aside from clubs are relatively simple. They are golf balls, golf tees and divot repair tools.

You obviously can't play golf without some golf balls but there is a lot more to golf balls than just picking one up, placing it on a tee, and hitting it. There are hundreds of manufacturers and companies that sell many different types of golf balls. For new golf players, the many different types of golf balls and manufactures can be a bit overwhelming. The standard size for a golf ball is 1.62 inches in diameter and the maximum weight for a golf ball is 1.68 ounces.

All golf balls in the professional games must be approved by the USGA (United States Golf Association). Of course, if you are not going to be playing in any tournaments and/or professional games, then you will be able to use any type of golf ball you wish to play with. The rules for professional are very strict, though. They are so strict, that any player found using a ball that has not been approved by the USGA would be immediately disqualified.

Other than golf balls there are two other simple accessories that are absolutely necessary for your golf game: a bag of tees and a divot-repair tool. The tee is a wooden or plastic peg, which is placed in the ground to elevate your golf ball. The top of the tee is very slightly curved, so as to allow for a secure placement and hold, and of course, a clean swing. Tees are quite inexpensive, and can be bought in bags of twenty of thirty for just a couple of dollars. They come in varying heights as some golfers prefer their golf balls to be higher or sometimes lower for their drives.

The divot repair tool is a small device that allows you to repair dents that you create in the green. The green is a well-kept and maintained area that is sometimes marked by craters caused by landing golf balls. The divot repair tool allows you to fix the divot, or dent, by replacing the green back into its original location. Fixing divots is a common practice and is seen as a courtesy to your fellow golfers.

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Monday, April 21, 2008

Are You Looking For Golf Fitness Tips?

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by jitesh

Are you looking for information related to golf fitness? If yes then keep on reading this article. Do you want to improve your game? The most important part of any sport is regular workout. Regular exercises can dramatically enhance your performance. Golf exercises are really very simple. They can be performed at the comfort of home as they do not need special equipments. They can be easily performed with the help of light weights. A golf player should be strong and flexible. He should regularly perform strengthening and stretching exercises. Most of the exercise should be done for core. A strong core will help you in improving swing.

Most of the golf exercises are done for improving the swing. Many exercises mimic the swing. Your knees should be always flexed during the work out. Never expect fast results. A regular exercise program can help you a lot. Old golfers always loose their strength due to process of aging. Regular work outs can easily revive the strength and flexibility. Never follow improper tips and techniques. You can discuss your game with fellow golfers. It is a good idea to spend some time with golf pro. He can help you a lot in bringing your game to new level.

There are many sources of golf tips. Golf tips can be easily found on internet and in the books. There are many websites which offer free golf articles. Most of these articles are written by professionals. A proper collection of tips can be a great help for you.

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Friday, April 18, 2008

Tiger Woods Recovers from Knee Surgery

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by Ken Johnson

Tiger Woods had surgery on his left knee last week to repair cartilage damange. This was his 2nd operation in 5 years on the same knee. It is expected that he will miss at least a month in recovery. The surgery came 2 days after he finished 2 shots behind Trevor Immelman in the Masters. He will most likely miss The Players Championship. However, he should be back in time to play the U.S. Open at Torrey Pines.

Woods made the decision to deal with the pain and schedule the operation until after the Masters. He has been through this process before and knows how to handle it. Woods plans on working through the rehabilitation process and so that he can get back on the golf course as quickly as possible. Woods' left knee was operated on before in December 2002 and he also had surgery in 1994 on his left knee to remove a benign tumor.

His knee didn't seem to bother him the first 3 months of the season. He won his first 4 tournaments during his winning streak. However, Tiger has been experiencing pain in his knee since the middle of last year. When he had it looked at by his doctors, surgery was recommended. He has played through the pain in the past, but he knew it would be better for him to have the procedure done as soon as possible. The surgery repaired cartilage damage in his knee. The 2002 surgery drained fluid from around the anterior cruciate ligament and removed a benign cyst.

Woods won the Bridgestone Invitational and PGA Championship in August. After tying for 2nd at the Deutsche Bank Championship to Phil Mickelson, he wound the final 2 events to win the FedEx Cup. He also won his Target World Challenge in December and his first 4 events until tying for 5th at Doral.

Other than pressing his foot against a cooler on the tee box and stretching his knee periodically, there were no other signs indicating that he was hurting. His recovery is expected to take 4-6 weeks which means that he will not be able to defend his title in May during the Wachovia Championship. He will also most likely miss The Players Championship which is one of 3 non-majors he has never missed since he started playing professionally.

Commissioner Tim Finchem stated that he was disappointed when he learned that Tiger would be unable to compete in a PGA Tour event. However, he recognizes that his health concerns have to be a priority.

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Thursday, April 17, 2008

What is Passion?

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by Fuel Your Run

Winter is slowly fading away, and will take all the bitter cold nights, unbearable snow storms and dangerous sheets of ice with it. As Runners, we love to see the sight of sun, the feeling of warmth, and most of all the season of summer.

I can't count the amount of times I was strangely looked at during this past winter while out running in the freezing cold. The countless remarks from neighbours " You have got to be crazy out in this weather", "Do you ever stop running?". The answer is "NO, you can't stop when you have a passion for something!"

Passion is a very strong feeling, almost unexplainable, but I will try my best to explain the feeling. Do you ever get that feeling when you are at the starting line of a race and you have those butterflies in your stomach? Or the overwhelming mix of emotion and you don't know how to react? That is passion-a strong feeling towards an external object or event, in my example and many others- RUNNING is their passion. Every runner has a clear goal each summer to compete in as many races as possible while remaining healthy and avoiding injuries. Once you cross the finish line of one race, you are so passionate and excited to focus on the next race. It is such an accomplishment to cross the finish line, you always want to experience that feeling.

As i continue my journey with running and training for certain events, I realize that my dedication and commitment to running will only grow stronger and more concrete. My goal for everyone is to find people who can relate, and share emotional and powerful experiences with running.

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Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Violent Kids

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by LifesBlogger

Martial arts, one of the greatest ways to gain self-confidence, muscle, and tons of other benefits. Millions of people around the world train for years and lifetimes to compete in tournaments to win huge prizes and to win the hearts of countries and nations.

Such a great workout and a wonderful experience. But are some people taking it too far?

Ive been in the martial art Tae Kwon Doe for about 3 years now. Achieving my black belt withing the first year was a 1st for where i went to. But as i watched my Tae Kwon Doe classes get bigger and more exciting. I also saw the violence and the overconfidence it was giving people.

Slowly and surely more and more people were getting into fights. Then on top of that people who weighed about 50 pounds were overconfident and challened non martial artistic people that weighed 3 times their size and weight to fights. Getting injured severly and at times even breaking their necks.

Others see movies and again with the extreme confidence buildup think they can jump off of buildings and survive. Though this is also just a movie stunt, there are those to try and attemp feats such as breaking bricks with their heads, jumping and shoulder rolling off of VERY high places and other such things that are causing people to get hurt.

Little kids are very succeptable to things in the world so thats why many parents choose to teach their kids when they are young. But is this truly a good idea when so many kids ARE joining but a small percentage, not many but still SOME, are getting severly injured and even killed?

As martial arts advances, many dojo's and places of practice are becomming more eager for money. Thus inrolling more kids who are NOT ready for such things.

In the old days, martial arts was only taught to those who were mature enough to handel it. But now when we have 6 month olds side kicking boards (and other 6 month olds) has it evolved into a money buisness?

You tell me, shoulds kids pay the price of money greedy instructors or is this just a coincidence with the violent acts of kids too young to understand the consequences of their actions.

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Tuesday, April 15, 2008

Las Ramblas Golf Course

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by Gary Cotter

You are thinking of playing some golf on holiday, you look up the local courses and see that Las Ramblas is nice and short, "it will be an easy game" you think.... wrong! Yes it is very short by modern standards (under 6000 metres) but I doubt you will play a trickier or tighter course in your life. It follows a couple of gorges (Ramblas) through the hills and although there is no long rough, there doesn't need to be if your ball is behind one of the many pine or olive trees or even worse, dissappeared fifty feet down a chasm.

There are a few blind shots as well, but my advice is to play only where you can see, in other words, leave the driver in the bag on those holes, remember it is very short and you really do not need to thump every shot. A nice accurate shot with a five wood or even a five iron will enable you to post a good score, if not take plenty of balls. At peak times it can be rather slow, but you are on holiday, so take a few drinks with you, sit in the sun and enjoy it. I always take my camera with me to las Ramblas, the "lads" at home won't believe you otherwise.

Some of the tees leave a lot to be desired and can be a bit patchy, but most are acceptable and some are very spectacular from high points or across a gorges and cliffs. If you do see your ball carry into an abyss, they are generally marked as lateral water hazards, so take your punishment and drop another ball where it crossed the markers. Having said that, I have seen people literally risk their lives climbing down a ravine looking for a battered old "pinnacle" and then return with a pocket full. To sum it up, relax, take your time, play within yourself and have a good game.

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Monday, April 14, 2008

Bicycle Buying Guide

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by Bob Shanty-22044

Bicycles can be used for a number of purposes, including recreation, fitness, transportation and sports. If you are planning on purchasing a new bike, consider the terrain you will be riding on as well as your body weight. Are you finding it difficult to choose a new cycle? Go through this buying guide for exhaustive information on bicycles and make the right choice.

What types of bicycles are available?

Different types of bicycles, such as BMX, road, racing, touring, comfort, kids, womens, tandem and more, are available for sale. Here is an in-depth look at some popular models.

Road Bikes:

Road bikes are built for paved roads. They have thin tires, dropped handlebars and lightweight frames made of aluminum or carbon. The majority of these cycles have 21 speeds. Sport bikes, touring bikes, racing bikes, triathlon bikes, cruisers and choppers also fall under this category.

Mountain Bikes:

Mountain bikes are durable enough to withstand serious off-road racing. Sturdy frames, strong brakes, flat handlebars and 26-inch wheels make these bikes highly popular. Their low gears assist you in off-road racing, especially when going uphill and riding through mud. These cycles are heavy and can withstand rough handling. In a few models, the front suspension and rear suspension offer comfort, even while riding over uneven ground.

Comfort Bikes:

These bikes are good for beginners. Comfort bikes come with adjustable vertical handlebars, comfy seats, 26" wide and low pressure tires and suspension forks. They are made for short rides on well-maintained bike paths.

Hybrid/Cross Bikes:

These all-purpose bicycles combine the features of road and mountain bikes. They have a wide gear ratio, upright handlebars and narrow tires. Their frames are lightweight, making these perfect for pavement riding and minor off-road racing. Hybrid/cross bikes usually come with mudguards.

Recumbent Bikes:

If you cannot handle the physical strain associated with traditional bicycles, consider recumbent cycles. These bikes can go fast and provide comfortable seating. However, they do have some pitfalls. They are expensive compared to most standard bikes and their transportation by car may prove to be more difficult as well, especially long wheelbase models.

BMX Bikes:

BMX (Bicycle Motocross) bikes owe their invention to the popularity of motocross dirt bike racing. These bikes can be ridden through woods or around dirt-tracks. Though BMX cycles resemble mountain bikes, their wheels and frames are comparatively smaller. These bikes are suitable for kids and young riders. BMX racing bikes are built for racing on dirt tracks. BMX freestyle bikes are designed for doing tricks whereas BMX dirt jumping bikes are made for getting airborne on dirt tracks.

Chopper Bikes:

These bikes are based on chopper motorcycles. Chopper bikes feature wide rear tires, large cushioned seats and extended handlebars. These bikes are not recommended for off-road racing.

Womens Bikes:

Womens bicycles are smaller, designed to suit the build of the average woman. They have narrow handlebars, short top tubes and wide saddles.

Kids Bikes:

Is your child pining for a bicycle? Compact bikes with small frames are ideal for children. These bikes are easy to ride and durable. Many kids bicycles come with training wheels attached. Other cycles give you the option to attach separately sold training wheels. Go for kids bikes with spoke guards and coaster brakes that allow children to stop when pedaling backwards.

Tandem Bikes:

Do you want to make cycling more fun? Get a tandem bike that accommodates two or more people at one time.

What are other factors to consider when purchasing a bike and getting into the rewarding sport of cycling?

Frame Materials:

Frames are made of different materials depending on the type of bicycle.

Steel

The most commonly used frame material is steel. Chromoly (chromium-molybdenum steel) is lighter than carbon steel, but both are strong and durable.

Carbon Fiber

These strong and lightweight frames offer a good ride.

Titanium

Titanium is one of the most rugged, durable and costliest frame materials you can get.

Aluminum

Aluminum is a stiff and strong material. Aluminum frames are good for riders looking for lightweight bikes.

Suspension:

Hybrid, comfort and mountain bikes feature suspension forks. Forks assist you in riding over rough tracks more easily and comfortably.

Wheels:

Wheels play a vital role in bikes. Single-alloy hubs with rubber axle seals, few spokes and sealed bearings are recommended. Stainless steel spokes and aluminum rims are lightweight and rust free.

Gears:

Gears are crucial to ride on uneven surfaces. On flat surfaces, only 3 or 4 gears are needed. When it comes to hills and challenging terrain, a bike with a 21, 24 or 27 speed drivetrain is necessary. Go for bikes with gears that are easy to shift.

Brakes:

Most bikes are equipped with either rim brakes (V-brakes), linear brakes or hub brakes. Disc brakes, the latest brake type, provide brilliant braking and low maintenance, but are expensive.

Seats:

Look for anatomical shapes, flexible frames, gel padding and cushioning springs in your seats.

What accessories are available for bicycles?

If you are getting a new bicycle, you should check out the following accessories. Some accessories are absolutely necessary, while others are strictly for your own convenience.

Helmets:

Helmets are vital accessories to avoid head injuries. They come in kid and adult sizes as well as many colors.

Locks:

Protect your bicycle from theft with a bike lock. Locks are highly recommended if you plan on leaving your bicycle in any public area unattended.

Flat Kits:

For long rides, it is wise to carry a flat kit and a small frame-mounted pump to fill your tires with air. The kit should include a new tube, basic patch kit, tire iron, wrench, rag and small seat bag.

Pumps:

To fill your tires with air whenever you need, buy bicycle pumps.

Computers and Monitors:

A cyclocomputer is a digital speedometer that shows speed, distance and time traveled during your bicycle ride. High-end models come with GPS functions and can measure your heart rate and power output.

Mudguards:

Keep yourself and your bike clean with mudguards.

Baskets and Panniers:

Attach baskets and panniers to your bike to carry heavier loads.

Covers/Storage:

Protect your bicycles with cycle covers and storage solutions, such as lightweight aluminum storage stands.

Carriers:

For small cars, carriers (also referred to as bike racks) that attach to the roof are ideal. For big cars, like vans an SUVs, use carriers that attach to the rear of your vehicle.

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Sunday, April 13, 2008

MLB Revenge Betting System

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by bleuze

Baseball is not a sport where you will win 75 or so win rate and you will make money

1) A team has to get swept in a 3 or 4 game series for us to bet the next series that these 2 teams meet to play.

In the next 3 game series they play against each other (THIS IS WHERE THE "REVENGE" PART COMES INTO PLAY), play against a road team in game #1 of a series if its their 3rd or 4th straight road series if they were swept in the prior series.

2) Thus, during the MLB season, circle all the 3 or 4 game series sweeps and then look at the schedule ahead and circle the next series that those 2 teams play each other. You will be betting the next series that those 2 teams play and you will be betting the team that got swept in the previous series!

3) Another important key to this betting program is that you will buy 1.5 runs when the team that you are betting on is the underdog and when the team that you are betting on is the favorite, then you bet the moneyline.

4) All that we want to do is win 1 of those 3 games. Once you have won a game in the series, you will take your winnings and wait for the next series. If you lose the game, then double up on the 2nd game. If you lose game 2 of the series, then bet game 3 to win back your losses in game 1 & 2 plus enough to make a profit.

5) A FEW KEY NOTES: if the best hitter on the team or the best pitcher is missing due to an injury, it is best to skip the series and wait for the next series. Also, do not bet in September using this system since many teams start calling up their minor league players and alot of the teams do not play quality baseball since they are out of the playoffs.

6) Be disciplined with your bankroll. There is no such thing as a lock! I suggest no more than 1% of your bankroll.

By following this system and not betting outside of it, you will make alot of money this season.

My recommend sports books to use for this "Revenge Betting System" are 5Dimes and BookMaker. Both books can be found on this site.


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Friday, April 11, 2008

What Comes Next for Cycling Teams T-Mobile & RaboBank?

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by Claudia Beckford

The T-Mobile team was first created in 1991 as a professional road cycling team which was at that moment sponsored by Deutsche Telekom but a few years later the name was changed to T-Mobile. The group has been part of major classic races such as: Tour de France and Il Giro d'Italia as well as the UCI Pro Tour.

During the early beginning back in 1993 the Telekom team raised to the top of the cycling world and remained in that privileged position for about 11 years; in both local races and international presentations specially the Tour de France. Among some of the most successful team riders that were part of the team's Golden Age we can mention; team leader Jan Ullrich, Georg Totschnig, Alexander Vinokourov, Cadel Evans, and Santiago Botero

A most controversial situation took place during the 2006 Tour de France when several riders were implicated and taken out from the competition due a doping scandal which dated from many previous years and which shadowed the sport of cycling as well as the favourite stars such as the German Jan Ullrich; Tour de France winner and Olympics medallist. Ullrich was then fired from the team and banned from any competitions due to his involvement with illegal substances.

Only one year later Jan Ullrich publicly ended all kind of speculations and announced his retirement on February 26, 2007.

On the other hand, we have cycling Dutch team Rabobank which was founded 1996. The team has been a very successful cycling force in the Dutch national championships such as: the Elite Road Race, Cyclo-cross and the Mountain Bike races and in international classics like: Amstel Gold Race, Paris-Tours, Milan-San Remo, Tour de France and Vuelta de España. (Spanish Vuelta).

Nevertheless, doping has also been present in the team's history as most recently one the team's main cyclists – mountain climber Michael Rasmussen – was involved in the Spanish Doping scandal therefore; he was removed from the 2007 Tour de France competition despite wearing the yellow jersey.

Rabobank's manager Theo de Rooij did state at the time that there had been several internal team codes violations on behalf of the cyclist nicknamed "The Chicken"; as he was required to take some tests but he did not show up to the appointments therefore, they had decided to end his contract. At first Rasmussen strongly denied any type of wrong doing but later on admitted some of the charges.

After all the previous uproar not only at T-Mobile or Rabobank but most of the cycling teams; the cycling authorities have initiated a strong anti-doping campaign and have decided to deny the entry of several well known teams such as: Astana, Crédit Agricole, Bouygues and High Road (former T-Mobile) to world class competitions such as; Il Giro. This in order to push the teams to restore their reputation as well as to be more strict with the riders' background and the day-a-day checkups.

From this point forward there is a bumpy road ahead for the cycling discipline but if that is what it takes to restore the credibility in the sport we must then embrace the new regulations and prepare for the new generation of athletes.

Claudia Beckford provides outstanding Pro Tour Cycling content as well as information in the sports betting industry. Feel free to reprint this article in its entirety on your site, make sure to leave all links in place and do not modify any of the content.

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Thursday, April 10, 2008

BBC Wins Wimbledon Contract

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by Leah Bransko

The BBC has successfully managed to secure the rights to broadcast Wimbledon (www.wimbledon.org) until 2014, in a deal that will see them overhaul their coverage of the tennis event for the digital age.

Wimbledon is an internationally renowned sporting event that's famed for its Chelford 52 tennis courts, Pimms, rain, and of course, Cliff Richard who nearly always seems to be in attendance. The BBC has covered Wimbledon since 1927, so maintaining the rights is seen as a major victory for the broadcaster.

The BBC's retention of Wimbledon has come as a shock to rival broadcasters who had expected the event's organisers, the All England Club, to put their broadcast rights out to tender for the first time.

The BBC's new five-year deal with the All England Club permits them to screen tennis matches via their on demand and iPlayer service for up to seven days after they have been played. This means that tennis-mad viewers will be able to watch matches via broadband and even on their mobile phones. The Wimbledon deal is also said to grant the BBC exclusive radio rights.

BBC Sport Director Roger Mosley promised that the BBC's dedication to new technology would make coverage of Wimbledon the most extensive ever. He said: "The BBC is deeply proud of its historic ties with Wimbledon, but this new agreement is focused on delivering state-of-the-art digital services. We're determined to make the event an even bigger part of our national sporting life through the use of new technology and working with the club to innovate across digital platforms."

Chief executive of the All England Club Ian Ritchie was also positive about the new deal. He said: "Our lengthy partnership with the BBC, which started in 1927, has been highly successful and we are delighted to extend that association up to 2014. We are always looking to bring the championships to a wider audience at the same time as improving the overall quality of the coverage."

Just last week, the BBC paid around £160 million for the broadcast rights to Formula One, after rivals ITV were forced to drop out of the race in order to secure the rights to live Champions League football until 2012.

The BBC also has a contract with Six Nations rugby until 2013, which means that it now boasts an substantial selection of programmes for sports fans, despite a distinct lack of football coverage. The BBC's lack of football coverage is because it failed to bid for the live rights to the Champions League matches and lost the rights to broadcast FA Cup and England international games to rival ITV and specialist sports channel Setanta.

In other tennis news, Scottish player Andy Murray has admitted that he is learning to control his temper on the court. He said: "It's a question of keeping control of my feelings and emotions during a match, which you have to learn to do when you get a bit older. When I do, I think I will be a better player." Perhaps this means that we can expect a much calmer player when he appears at this year's Wimbledon.

Author: Leah Bransko
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Wednesday, April 9, 2008

Steroid Use among America`s Youth

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by Grant Eckert

Although it is typically high school students who are encouraged to participate in organized sports, children of all ages do participate. Participating in organized team sports is a great way to achieve physical benefits of a healthy lifestyle, and a sense of well being. Organized sports are also a great way to develop camaraderie and character building.

In addition to the positive lessons of teamwork, work ethic, and social skills, the heightened sense of competition which sports develops can be a negative strain on a child's life. The obsession with winning, emulating their heroes in professional sports, or reaching the professional level can lead to steroid use. While the encouragement of children to strive to be the best is a positive guideline, some can turn it into a negative by experimenting with substances that can harm their bodies and their minds.

It is perhaps because of these extremely high standards that dangerous practices begin to take hold of young athletes. Also, it may be due to increases in news coverage of professional athletes using steroids. These are athletes who are idolized by kids. They are athletes who used steroids and achieved great success within their respective sports, albeit at a price. It is the responsibility of parents and coaches to make sure that all children, especially teenagers, are training in a safe and healthy way without the use of steroids.

Steroids are drugs that can help athletes achieve certain physical goals such as increased muscle mass, strength, and endurance. However, these drugs are extremely dangerous and illegal when used in competitive sports ranging from the professional level to even high school competitions.

Drug use, however, even the use of steroids, is sometimes glorified in movies and the media. Children may see an athlete set a record only to be accused years later of using steroids. America's youth can interpret this as an easy way to achieve success.
The American media tends to report only on steroid use among professional athletes mainly in baseball, football, and basketball. What is missing, many times, in these reports is the rampant use of steroids among the nation's youth. The use of steroids within the United States is increasing in dangerous numbers and should be a focus of the media in order to bring attention to parents, coaches, and teenagers.

As recently as 2003, it was found by the Youth Risk and Behavior Surveillance System that 5.3% of females and 6.8% of males have used anabolic steroids at least one time. These statistics are more than double of a study conducted almost a decade prior.
Steroid use, as well as other drugs, is an ongoing problem among America's youth. Steroid use not only can become addictive, but can also have long-term health risks associated with it. First and foremost, extended steroid use can lead to kidney failure, high blood pressure, and electrolyte imbalances. Additionally, steroids can lead to increases in harmful cholesterol and risk of heart disease and even strokes, which can ultimately lead to death.

Any teenager using steroids is at risk of altering his or her growth patterns and development as well. Steroids in the system can lead to premature closure of growth plates thus preventing the teenager from achieving his or her full grown form. Even more upsetting is the cessation of menstruation in girls combined with the deepening of the voice, baldness, and growth of facial hair. Steroids are particularly dangerous for young adolescents and young adults because their bodies are going through natural changes which can be severely altered or hindered by the use of these drugs.

In addition to these physical effects, steroid use can also affect a teenager's mental well-being. Use of steroids, as we know, can alter the amounts of growth hormone in the body as well as other hormones and neurotransmitters. This can lead to wild mood swings which can materialize into depression and even suicidal thoughts. It has been reported that teenagers who had stopped using steroids had fallen into depression (which is a common feeling among teens but can be exemplified by drug use), and taken their own lives.

Many parents and coaches today agree that something must be done to deter today's youth from using steroids. The best way to do this is through education, so many schools and sports programs today are incorporating drug education into their curriculums. However, much more is needed to encourage steroid avoidance. According to the National Institute for Drug Abuse, only 45% of high school seniors believe that using steroids can be physically harmful. The media can also do its part to help America's youth as well. More coverage on the risks associated with the use of steroids would go a long way, especially among today's impressionable teens.

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Grant Eckert is a freelance writer who writes about sports and leisure activities, similar to what consumers read in Baseball Digest | Baseball Digest Magazine

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Tuesday, April 8, 2008

Celebrities Run in Manchester

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by Haley Softie

On the 16th March 2008 some of Manchester's city roads had were closed down for a charity marathon. Many people put on their running shoes and joined in the race to raise funds.

The Marathon was in aid of sports relief and encourages people to take exercise while raising funds for the charity.

Five thousand runners waited for Olympic gold medallist Darren Campbell to officially start the race.

Celebrities such as Coronation Street star Brooke Vincent and singer Richard Fleeseman took part in the Marathon.

It was Richard's second time of completing the race and he said: "I just wanted to do anything I could to support Sports relief, although I've never been less fit in my life.

"I've been touring for some time now but I still managed to get round without stopping and even managed to do roughly the same time that I did in 2006, namely six minutes and thirty seconds."

Brooke Vincent ran the race with her parents and sister and said the crowd rallying on the runners was encouraging and helped to spur her on to the finish line.

"When I got around half way round I was just shattered, but the run is in aid of such a good cause that I was determined to finish."

Around 250 marathons were taking place all over the country on the Sunday afternoon.

The north west of England has received nearly £3 million towards projects in the last six years from Sports Relief.

The Benchill Community Centre was granted funding to help children in the local area access affordable leisure and social activities.

Sports Relief was launched into 2002 and has raised well over £50 million, which is then distributed accordingly by Comic Relief. The money donated is used to help those who in need in England and some of the poorest countries in the world.

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Author: Haley Softie

Haley is a former Manchester model who has experience working for a Manchester model agency as a Manchester escort.

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Monday, April 7, 2008

Learning Mixed Martial Arts- Combat Phases

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by Eric D Pratt

Mixed martial arts, often referred to as MMA, is currently a growing phenomenon in the United States, though the sport has been popular in many other countries for decades. MMA brings together a diverse array of fighting disciplines into one competitive arena hence the sport's name. Regulated to ensure fighter safety, MMA now allows us to view a much richer human combat experience, pitting disciplines from around the globe against each other in the ultimate one on one competition. Often compared and contrasted to boxing, MMA offers dimensions not found in boxing such as take downs, kicks and submission holds. While there are many obscure disciplines and sub-styles, this article will outline the three broad combat situations that fighters find themselves in when competing in mixed martial arts.

When most people think of a fight, striking from a standing position is what immediately comes to mind. Indeed striking is a huge part of the sport of MMA, namely punches, kicks, knees and elbows. Most MMA organizations have restrictions on where fighters may strike an opponent and in what situation a strike is legal to apply. For instance, some organizations do not allow strikes to the back of the head or spine and disallow kicks to the head of a downed opponent. Rules such as these are helping the sport become more accepted by not only mainstream viewers, but state athletic commissions as well. Kickboxing, Boxing and Muay Thai are fighting disciplines that place heavy emphasis on striking, particularly from a standing position.

Some disciplines, in particular Muay Thai, rely on utilizing a standing position called "the clinch" to control and ultimately defeat an adversary. The clinch involves gripping an opponent behind the neck or head, usually with fingers interlaced, and pulling forward and downward. From this position, fighters can utilize knees to the body or head and dictate the positioning of the opponent.

Another huge aspect of mixed martial arts is ground fighting. It is very common for a fight to end up on the ground at some point during the competition. Wrestlers usually favor attempting to get their foe to the ground so that submissions can be attempted. Taking a fight to the ground also nullifies much of an opponent's striking options and is usually a fighter's strategy when facing a superior striker. Once grounded and in a dominate position, strikes can be used (also known as "ground and pound") or submissions can be applied.

Mixed martial arts incorporates so many unique fighting disciplines and strategies that mastering one could be a life long endeavor. Often, fighters will become familiar with other styles not necessarily so that they can utilize them, but so that they can defend against them. For instance, it isn't uncommon for strikers to learn submissions even if they never plan to use them. This enables the fighters to recognize and defend against holds that an opponent may be setting up or attempting.

For years, people have debated which fighting discipline is superior and MMA seems to be as close to a true proving ground as there is. So much depends on mastery and execution of the discipline by the individual fighter however, not simply the discipline itself, as is evidenced by the diverse fighters that have found success in this incredibly exciting sport.

Eric Pratt has been following different MMA promotions over the years and runs a free web community geared specifically towards the UFC. Visit http://www.FreeUFCBet.com to discuss MMA, read the latest MMA news, watch free UFC video clips and vote to predict fight outcomes for the chance to win free prizes.

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Sunday, April 6, 2008

Golf-Information For Beginners

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by jitesh

If you are a golfer and need to lose weight then it is very important to follow some simple tips. By following some tips you can easily achieve your weight loss goals. For losing weight you need proper diet which includes anti oxidants, vitamins, minerals and fibre. Fibre helps in proper digestion. High fibre food is always satisfying. Never skip your meals. Skipping meals will never help you in losing pounds. It is better to have small frequent meals in place of three big meals. Never opt for junk food when you are hungry. You can eat some sensible snacks in between the meals such as cheese, crackers and raw vegetables. Fresh fruits and green vegetables should be main part of your diet. Avoid processed food as it contains lot of extra calories.

It is a good idea to buy something after achieving a weight loss goal. After every achievement you can eat your favorite chocolate. Replace all the fizzy drinks with plenty of water.Carbonated drinks are having lot of sugar which means lot of calories. Drink at least eight glasses of water per day. Water helps a lot in loosing weight. Water also washes out all the harmful toxins from the body. Do not eat outdoors as most of the restaurants serve big portions. But if you eat outdoors then try to order baby portions. It is worth hiring a weight loss expert so that he can plan your fitness program according to your needs. Always look for low fat version of the food you eat. Try to live an active life for example you can use stairs in place of elevator. Losing weight is a difficult task but you can lose some pounds easily by following some simple tips and techniques.

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Friday, April 4, 2008

As an Online Casino Player, What You Feels?

by Coleen Brown

There are certain rules established in online casino bonus. The player should read the print carefully before playing the game. To select the most excellent online casino there are certain important factors. A good percentage of bonuses are not the only factor to decide an excellent online casino. Later they may ask you to deposit a fixed part of the winning amount. Firstly what you should do is a detailed study of this business to find out the casino that gives maximum profit.



The different types of casino bonuses are free cash or no deposit bonus, match bonus, bonus issued in particular deposit system and re-deposit bonuses. Match bonus is issued for renewing membership.



Renewing memberships help the casinos to hold their gamblers. The constancy rating of the member in a number of casinos determines the level of bonus. These bonuses have got certain formalities or conditions same as that of bonus for initial deposit.



Free cash bonus allows the player to put free bet up to the amount of bonus, once the sign up is complete at the casino. This has got a drawback that you are not eligible to cash the winning summation until you have paid their deposit or bet extra money than the bonus price. But it has got an advantage. Even a newcomer who is not familiar with the rules and regulations of the game know how to use this money as bet money. With the free bet a player can still finish up winning actual money.



Two types of deposit bonuses are there- straight cash bonus and percentage bonus. It is not so easy to receive back the winning sum. So you should be very careful before waging the money.



Special bonuses are mainly of two types. First one is mechanism bonus used for specified payment system. Second one is special event bonus for making the deposits. The mostly used payment system in casinos is the net banker.



Sometimes online casinos offer a percentage type Match bonus while a player deposits the money among them. It has got some catches. Here it is compulsory that the player should pay the money through the bonus for a certain number of times. A number of popular games could not come under this choice.



Special event bonuses are presented for particular games which are not popular or trendy. This is a new game launching presentation by the casinos while they desire more players for this game.



Combining a bonus with any other bonus is not possible unless declared. Once issued, bonus cannot be removed. Once you loose the bet, the bonus amount will remain empty.


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Thursday, April 3, 2008

Fishing Western Lake Erie

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by thenrifi

People living around the Western Basin of Lake Erie, the Detroit River and Lake St Clair area are "arguably" situated in the heart of the best freshwater fishing in the world. It's is difficult to surpass the smallmouth bass fishing in this great region with all it's rocky shoreline, open water reefs and islands and great spawning areas. The yellow perch population has made a significant turnaround in the past 5 years.

Now we get to the really good stuff. The walleye fishing in Western Lake Erie lays claim to huge numbers of walleyes and several year classes are currently represented. This signifies a better chance to maintain breeding year classes in the future. To the un-educated, a day of fishing that produces big boxes of all large fish, may seem a good thing. However to the knowledgeable fisherman that is alarming. Big fish are immensely satisfying to catch, but if you aren't seeing small fish, the future of the species is in danger. Fortunately recent years have given up good numbers of young fish that speak well for a few years at least.

The walleye run in the Detroit River during spring warming is kind to the fisherman that masters it and starts the fishing for the year with large numbers of walleyes ranging from behemoth monsters during the early part of the season to large numbers of yearling fish in late April and May. The key to this game is conquering wind and current. Boat control is KEY to success. When you learn to manage your boat so the perfect vertical jigging is possible, a number of baits will spur the fish into action. Nearly of equal importance is water clarity. It is extremely difficult to pull fish from dirty water. The angler should search out the cleanest water of the day and work it to find and catch fish. This water color is generally most affected by wind direction and wind strength. Typically one side of the river will be clean and one side will be dirty. On days when the water is crystal clear everywhere in the Detroit River, prepare for a fun day.

Walleye fishing in the main part of Western Lake Erie really picks up steam about Mid June, although weather conditions determine the speed and direction of the movements of the large schools of post spawn walleye. In General these large schools move out of the spawning areas of the south and west part of the basin. They move north in large schools and they turn east when nearing the Canadian shallows. They prefer to nose into the current so extended winds in any particular direction do influence the speed and movement of these schools. For a great day by one of the most knowledgeable and successful walleye fishermen on western Lake Erie, you might contact John Sims who has operated Chante Charters out of Kingsville Ontario for a zillion years.

We aren't finished yet with the good news. Musky fishing in Lake St. Clair is rated at the top of the pile worldwide. Numbers are very good and many big fish are caught by the good anglers on nearly a daily basis. If you want a good day fishing and you want to fish with a charter captain that understands these fish, contact Bob Devine who operates Chartertalk Fishing Guide Service.

Let's finish this up with arguably the most addictive fishing we have the opportunity to experience. For several years running now, deeper waters east of Point Pelee have offered us simply unbeatable rainbow trout fishing. These fish are exciting to catch and available in large numbers generally beginning to crank on good about mid July. Methods of fishing range from wire line, downriggers and using dipsy divers. Fish will even be taken utilizing planer boards and crankbaits. They feed heavily on baitfish. Look for a big school of baitfish and then work that school. You will catch fish when the fish are on and you work the bait fish.

Well this scratches the surface of the fishing available in the Wheatley to Windsor fishing zone. Much more can be said and usually is.

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Wednesday, April 2, 2008

Lanzarote's Spring 2008 Extreme Quadrathalon

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by Honor Arriciefe-7925

Super-fit athletes from Europe and the UK will once again congregate in the Canary Islands this spring for the 5th annual Las Tres Islas race.

The event, billed as a 'quadrathalon' is a somewhat eclectic twist on the traditional triathlon. It may be the first of its kind in the world. The fact that it is enjoying its fifth year of success indicates that the race has been well received by participants and spectators alike.

Two things that make this race unique:

First, it takes place over three of the seven islands in the Canaries: Lanzarote, La Graciosa and Fuerteventura.

The second distinguishing feature is the fourth element added to the traditional triathlon. The first leg begins with a 2 km swim from La Graciosa to the shores of Lanzarote. Next, participants swap swim suits for running shoes. Athletes must run a 2 km path uphill to the top of a mountain. Next comes a 72 km bike ride that winds through the picturesque mountainous terrain, including Timanfaya National Park. The final destination for the bicycle leg of the race is Playa Blanca, one of the best known vacation areas in Lanzarote, especially for family holidays in Lanzarote

Here the race diverts from tradition. Contestants pick up their "vehicles" of choice for another sea crossing. This one is 10 km long and will take racers to Fuertaventura. Contestants may choose any vessel for the crossing as long as it is completely wind and man-powered. Past races have seen contestants travel on catamarans, row boats, kayaks, wind surf boards and more.

Organizers are gearing up for the biggest race to date this year, despite last year's challenges. The 2007 Las Tres Islas race saw a few weather-related issues.

In fact, the final leg of the 4th annual race was cancelled due to high winds, at times in excess of 45 knots. Disappointed but undaunted, participants braved the first three legs of the race to a breezy finish at Playa Blanca. Racers had to find another way to get to Fueteventura for the wrap-up barbecue and awards ceremony, which took place despite the inclement weather. It was here that seasoned triathlete Richard Hobson took the event with a time of 2:24:10, just over a minute ahead of second place racer Alberto Kremer.

The unique nature of this race with its uncustomary ending attracts both seasoned and amateur athletes alike. It seems that organizers and tourism proponents have hit upon a brilliant, albeit offbeat, way to lure tourists to the Canary Islands. Not only does the event boost tourism, it also exposes visitors to some of the lesser-visited islands in the Canaries.

Most of all, the race benefits Youths United. The organization's aim is to 'create partnerships with local communities, tourist boards and businesses through the implementation of innovative events.'

Youths United strives to support charities that promote social and economic development in needy countries. At the same time, events like Las Tres Islas also benefits local sponsors, businesses and donors. Las Tres Islas continues to grow in popularity, revealing a bright future for the organization and its mandate.

More details about the Canary island of Lanzarote can be found at http://www.yourlanzarote.net

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Tuesday, April 1, 2008

Short History Of The Bicycle

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by Roberto Sedycias

The bicycle, bike or cycle is a human-powered vehicle that is driven by foot pedals. It has a basic frame with two wheels attached to it, one after the other. Almost 1.4 billion people in the world use this vehicle, and is obviously one of the most popular and cost-effective vehicles in use today. Not only is it an important and popular means of transport, but also an effective recreational tool. It has several uses such as police and military applications, courier services and cycling sports as well as adult fitness equipment.

Introduced in the 19th century in Europe, bicycle has a host of innovators and inventors credited to its name. The bicycle is supposed to originate from the human-powered vehicle called Draisines. This was introduced to the people in Paris in 1818 by German Baron Karl von Drais. Kirkpatrick MacMillan made an upgrade to this vehicle by adding a mechanical crank drive that as used to drive the vehicle. Thus, the modern `bicycle` came into being.

The French inventors Pierre Michaux and Pierre Lallement designed a high-seated and big front-wheeled bicycle (ordinary bicycle, as it was formally called) that wasn`t much preferred as of its bad weight distribution. The dwarf ordinary bicycle mended these faults but the front oversized wheel remained a problem to be solved. J.K. Starley`s 1885 Rover was the first modern bicycle in its true sense with even wheels and a proper seat.

The modern bicycle has many parts. They may be jotted down as follows.

Frame - Every bicycle today has a `diamond` frame, where the front triangle consists of the head tube, top tube, down tube and seat tube. The rear triangle consists of the seat tube and chain stays as well as seat stays. The basic of bicycle frames is to have high strength yet low weight so as to optimize the energy of the rider to the fullest. Women`s bicycles generally have a step-through frame. This defines that the top tube is absent as it allows the rider (usually a woman) to mount and dismount in a dignified way while wearing a skirt or dress.

Drivetrain - The pedals which rotate the arms of the mechanical crank and chain rings and the brackets, all are elements of the drivetrain. They are used for gears and other related functions in the bicycle.

Handlebars - The handlebars are one of the most important parts of a bicycle. Upright handlebars are used in normal bicycles while dropped handlebars are used in racing and mountaineering bicycles. The latter are used because they give aerodynamic steering and speed to the biker.

Saddles - The saddles are varying depending on the journey and preference of the rider. Cushioned ones are usually used for short journeys while narrower ones are meant to give more space for leg swings.

Brakes - Modern bicycle brakes are usually rim brakes that use friction pads to de-intensify speed. There are also internal hub brakes that have friction pads within the hubs that halt a speeding bicycle. Disc brakes are used on mountain, racing etc bicycles that need braking to be immediate and accurate.

Suspension - A bicycle has suspension to guard itself from the hard roads and also provide comfort to the rider who has to face the rough road.

Wheels - Wheels are necessary for a bicycle to run and reach its destination. Sizes, shapes and powerful wheels vary as per the rider`s needs and choice.

Cities such as Lyon, Barcelona and Paris have used bicycling schemes to good effect. The journey of the bicycle with the human race has been long and important, and will continue to lengthen as long as the human race still exists!

This article can be accessed in portuguese from the Article section of page www.polomercantil.com.br/bicicleta.php
Roberto Sedycias works as IT consultant for www.PoloMercantil.com.br

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