Here's just a few Do's and Don't for the new comer, or like myself, the 'second time around' angler.Firstly, why i'm a second time around angler.When I was very young, around six or seven years old, my grandfather was a keen and quite successful angler of our local rivers and canals here in West Yorkshire.
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Friday, November 6, 2009
Micro bite alarms
They need simply to be attached to your fishing rod just between the reel and the first eye of the same rod. these devices alert you when there is a simple moviment of your line. Worth to get one, very useful when fishing with more than one rod.
Super sensitive to bites
Easily attaches to most rods
Audio alarm
Bright light led
Low power required.
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Super sensitive to bites
Easily attaches to most rods
Audio alarm
Bright light led
Low power required.
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Absolute Guide to Camp fires
Camp Fires
Mostly landowners will frown upon you if you have a camp fire, but if you do it right, they have nothing much to complain about.
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Mostly landowners will frown upon you if you have a camp fire, but if you do it right, they have nothing much to complain about.
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Fixed Wheel and Single Speed Bicycle FAQ's (part 3)
VeloSolo Fixed Wheel And Singlespeed Frequently Asked Questions - part 3:
d) Other technical and miscellaneous questions:
1. Do I have to fit a rear brake?2. If I mount a cog on my disc mount how do I use my rear disc brake?3. Can I use a QR on a fixed wheel?4. Can I use a 1/8" chain with a 3/32" cog?5. What is a magic gear?6. Is using a cog on a disc mount a good idea?7. How about using a front mountain bike hub on the rear of a road bike?8. How do I fit a solid axle and spacers?9. How do I fit the cog to my disc hub?10. Which bolts should I buy to secure the cog to the hub?11. Tell me about singlespeed tensioners.12. What is a (chain) half-link?13. How do I know what BCD my chainring is?14. Why do chainrings need different length bolts?15. What is the difference in bottom bracket tapers?16. Any advice on gear ratios and chainring/cog sizes?17. How do I fit bars to quill stems without scratching them?18. Tell me about the various handlebar and stem sizes.
1. Do I have to fit a rear brake?
In most countries two brakes are legally required.
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d) Other technical and miscellaneous questions:
1. Do I have to fit a rear brake?2. If I mount a cog on my disc mount how do I use my rear disc brake?3. Can I use a QR on a fixed wheel?4. Can I use a 1/8" chain with a 3/32" cog?5. What is a magic gear?6. Is using a cog on a disc mount a good idea?7. How about using a front mountain bike hub on the rear of a road bike?8. How do I fit a solid axle and spacers?9. How do I fit the cog to my disc hub?10. Which bolts should I buy to secure the cog to the hub?11. Tell me about singlespeed tensioners.12. What is a (chain) half-link?13. How do I know what BCD my chainring is?14. Why do chainrings need different length bolts?15. What is the difference in bottom bracket tapers?16. Any advice on gear ratios and chainring/cog sizes?17. How do I fit bars to quill stems without scratching them?18. Tell me about the various handlebar and stem sizes.
1. Do I have to fit a rear brake?
In most countries two brakes are legally required.
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How to Set Up a Badminton Court
Badminton is an increasing popular sport for all age groups and abilities. It is estimated that players cover anything up to four miles in a match, thus making stamina and agility key to success.
Here are some guidelines about how to set up a regulation-size court to avoid some of those embarrassing mishaps!
Steps:
Measure out a standard doubles-play court, defined by the International Badminton Federation as a rectangle 44 feet long and 20 feet wide
Narrow the court width from 20 feet to 17 feet for singles-only play
Mark the borders with a market kit, usually comprising of paint or chalk. Lines should ba bout 1 3/4 inches wide
If you do not have a marker kit, use natural boundaries to mark the perimeter, although attention should be paid to safety
Tie the ends of the net to the posts positioned at the sidelines at the centre of the court. The net should divide the court evenly
Hang the net so its top is approximately 5 feet from the playing surface of the court and 5 feet 1 inch above the surface at the sidelines
Measure and mark service lines for singles play. These lines should be parallel to the net, approximately 15 1/2 feet from the back boundary lines
Measure and mark service lines for doubles play, approximately 2 1/2 feet from the back boundary lines
Measure and mark centre lines that extend from both short service lines to both back boundary lines
Do a hazard perception walk round before starting play to identify and remove any threats to yourself and others
Tips:
Recreational badminton sets are available on eBay. These may
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Here are some guidelines about how to set up a regulation-size court to avoid some of those embarrassing mishaps!
Steps:
Measure out a standard doubles-play court, defined by the International Badminton Federation as a rectangle 44 feet long and 20 feet wide
Narrow the court width from 20 feet to 17 feet for singles-only play
Mark the borders with a market kit, usually comprising of paint or chalk. Lines should ba bout 1 3/4 inches wide
If you do not have a marker kit, use natural boundaries to mark the perimeter, although attention should be paid to safety
Tie the ends of the net to the posts positioned at the sidelines at the centre of the court. The net should divide the court evenly
Hang the net so its top is approximately 5 feet from the playing surface of the court and 5 feet 1 inch above the surface at the sidelines
Measure and mark service lines for singles play. These lines should be parallel to the net, approximately 15 1/2 feet from the back boundary lines
Measure and mark service lines for doubles play, approximately 2 1/2 feet from the back boundary lines
Measure and mark centre lines that extend from both short service lines to both back boundary lines
Do a hazard perception walk round before starting play to identify and remove any threats to yourself and others
Tips:
Recreational badminton sets are available on eBay. These may
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Warning!!!!
I would like to warn anybody that is thinking of buying from Radracing BMX. DON'T !!!!
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Ifor Williams 505 Horse Trailer
Certainly the most creditable good quality trailer on the equestrian market, most wouldn't be seen in anything else. Very easy to sell, most lose approx
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WCW GALOOB WRESTLING FIGURE RANGE COMPLETE GUIDE!
WELCOME TO THE HASBRO AND GALOOB WRESTLING FIGURE STORE COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE
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Polarised Sunglasses Explained
Polarised sunglasses cut glare better than ordinary sunglasses, and here's why...
Ordinary sunglass lenses work by simply cutting down, by means of tinting, the amount of light transmitted through them. For example, a Category 3 lens intended for use in very bright conditions may reduce the light passing through it by around 80%.
Visible light is made up of both horizontal and vertical light rays, and the horizontal rays when bright enough tend to be seen as glare.
Polarised lenses (or 'polarized' across the Pond) filter out all the horizontal light rays, including those reflected off horizontal surfaces, such as water and wet roads. The lenses don't just dim these rays down, like conventional shades do - they cut them right out.
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Ordinary sunglass lenses work by simply cutting down, by means of tinting, the amount of light transmitted through them. For example, a Category 3 lens intended for use in very bright conditions may reduce the light passing through it by around 80%.
Visible light is made up of both horizontal and vertical light rays, and the horizontal rays when bright enough tend to be seen as glare.
Polarised lenses (or 'polarized' across the Pond) filter out all the horizontal light rays, including those reflected off horizontal surfaces, such as water and wet roads. The lenses don't just dim these rays down, like conventional shades do - they cut them right out.
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Which Lens Colour Is Suitable For Me?
Sunglass lenses, which one is best?
For general purpose use, the dark grey, smoke lenses are the most popular. They do not distort colours, they reduce glare to provide day long comfort and reduce UV ultraviolet light to a safe level. If you go to an optician for a pair of sunglasses, he'll recommend dark grey, smoke lenses for a good all round lens. The military have been using these lenses for over 45 years. However some other lens colours can provide sports specific attributes.
Lens Tints and Coatings
Smoke, grey and grey green tints:
The most common type of lens colour. Transmits evenly without changing value of colour. Light enough not to impair vision, yet dark enough to provide overall protection from glare. Excellent for bright sunny days. Grey tint is best for bright light situations like water sports because it blocks out the brightest of the suns rays.
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For general purpose use, the dark grey, smoke lenses are the most popular. They do not distort colours, they reduce glare to provide day long comfort and reduce UV ultraviolet light to a safe level. If you go to an optician for a pair of sunglasses, he'll recommend dark grey, smoke lenses for a good all round lens. The military have been using these lenses for over 45 years. However some other lens colours can provide sports specific attributes.
Lens Tints and Coatings
Smoke, grey and grey green tints:
The most common type of lens colour. Transmits evenly without changing value of colour. Light enough not to impair vision, yet dark enough to provide overall protection from glare. Excellent for bright sunny days. Grey tint is best for bright light situations like water sports because it blocks out the brightest of the suns rays.
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shrinking heatshrink
Heatshrink is a very versatile tubing that has over a thousand and one uses.
There is a variety of ways to shrink heatshrink tubing and the most popular and best way is to use a hot air gun (paint stripping gun) a gas blow torch can also be used but be carful not to burn the tubing.
The side of a soldering iron is aslo used a lot, ideal for small lengths but time consuming for long lengths.
If you dont have any of the above here are some other great ways of shrinking the tubing - the hob ring of a electric/gas cooker will do the job as well as the steam from a boiling kettle (another person will have to keep the on/off button pressed all the time) or even the steam from a wall paper stripper or one of them cleaning steamers.
Laying the tubing in hot water a little below boiling point does a good job too.
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There is a variety of ways to shrink heatshrink tubing and the most popular and best way is to use a hot air gun (paint stripping gun) a gas blow torch can also be used but be carful not to burn the tubing.
The side of a soldering iron is aslo used a lot, ideal for small lengths but time consuming for long lengths.
If you dont have any of the above here are some other great ways of shrinking the tubing - the hob ring of a electric/gas cooker will do the job as well as the steam from a boiling kettle (another person will have to keep the on/off button pressed all the time) or even the steam from a wall paper stripper or one of them cleaning steamers.
Laying the tubing in hot water a little below boiling point does a good job too.
A
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WARNING: REFURBISHED GOLF BALLS
At Ace Golf Balls we do not, and will not sell refurbished/refinished golf balls. Refurbished golf balls involve one or more of the following steps;
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K1 Speed Drivers
Just a word of caution before you buy a K1 Speed driver, which is the most fantastic driver on the market. Check very carefully that the driver you are purchasing DOES NOT have "K1" embossed in the club face. If it does it will be illegal to use in competitions in the UK as from 1st January 2008.
I give this advice as The Golf Channel/JJB Sports exchanged my illegal K1 Speed for a new legal one free of charge - GREAT TO DO BUSINESS WITH. Illegal K1 Speed's are still being offered for sale on e-Bay so be very careful.
K1 Speed driver with knife technology is the best - my handicap has reduced from 18 to 12 due to purchasing one. Thanks to JJB Sports I have a legal one now !!!!
Happy, Legal Golfing
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I give this advice as The Golf Channel/JJB Sports exchanged my illegal K1 Speed for a new legal one free of charge - GREAT TO DO BUSINESS WITH. Illegal K1 Speed's are still being offered for sale on e-Bay so be very careful.
K1 Speed driver with knife technology is the best - my handicap has reduced from 18 to 12 due to purchasing one. Thanks to JJB Sports I have a legal one now !!!!
Happy, Legal Golfing
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goped go ped or petrol scooter
i have brought and sold petrol scooter and gopeds for about a year now and i do tend to agree with what people are saying on ebay about the cheaper quality chinise imports.
i have had about 4 goped sports and yes they are very reliable and last for ages.
althought these are good qualitly are they worth the money. well if brought on ebay a bargin can be had for around 75 - 150 and yes this will last for ages. but i do feel the the chinese imports also serve a purpose.
These scooters if maintained in a correct manour can last for ages. they might not be as reliable as a goped but the difference in price can sometimes over come that at some selling for around 60 pounds. for a scooter that probably be used just a handful of times becuase of the illegalness of them being used on the road i do feel they are value for money.
i do suggest that if you do import them from china that you do take them out of the box and tighten all the parts correctly and even disassemble and then reassemble the whole product to ensure is safty if this is done then the scooter should last a long time. also i do say keep it inside as it will rust. but this is the same for all scooters.
and the big boss scooter is a good make which someone did say that it is a chinese copy.
may be the parts dont last as long but there is always a flurry of parts on ebay which are relitively cheap and as explained on another thread that pull starts snap and cables break these are all relitively inexpensive compared to goped parts which cost a fortune but will last an age.
however if you do need parts for the zenoah engine look at either cy or fg parts on ebay or zenoah or walbro for carb parts to find the best possible price.
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i have had about 4 goped sports and yes they are very reliable and last for ages.
althought these are good qualitly are they worth the money. well if brought on ebay a bargin can be had for around 75 - 150 and yes this will last for ages. but i do feel the the chinese imports also serve a purpose.
These scooters if maintained in a correct manour can last for ages. they might not be as reliable as a goped but the difference in price can sometimes over come that at some selling for around 60 pounds. for a scooter that probably be used just a handful of times becuase of the illegalness of them being used on the road i do feel they are value for money.
i do suggest that if you do import them from china that you do take them out of the box and tighten all the parts correctly and even disassemble and then reassemble the whole product to ensure is safty if this is done then the scooter should last a long time. also i do say keep it inside as it will rust. but this is the same for all scooters.
and the big boss scooter is a good make which someone did say that it is a chinese copy.
may be the parts dont last as long but there is always a flurry of parts on ebay which are relitively cheap and as explained on another thread that pull starts snap and cables break these are all relitively inexpensive compared to goped parts which cost a fortune but will last an age.
however if you do need parts for the zenoah engine look at either cy or fg parts on ebay or zenoah or walbro for carb parts to find the best possible price.
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Tennis racket grip sizes
I've been looking for a tennis racket recently and after some digging on the internet discovered that you need to know your grip size to get the right racket. Basically when you hold the racket there should be a finger width's space between the tops of your fingers and the rest of your hand - you can find illustrations of this on the web. So grip the racket and if your finger tips go all the way round and touch the other part of your hand then the grip is too small. But if the distance is more than a finger width it's too big.
Grip sizes go from 4" - 4 3/4" (going up in 1/8 inches), so it's quite precise. However, I found that when I was looking to buy, it was only the more specialist that had these measurements on them, a lot only had small, medium or
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Grip sizes go from 4" - 4 3/4" (going up in 1/8 inches), so it's quite precise. However, I found that when I was looking to buy, it was only the more specialist that had these measurements on them, a lot only had small, medium or
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A skippers gude
Like millions of adults, you probably haven't picked up a jump rope since school. But if you're looking for a killer calorie burner (almost 200 calories in 15 minutes) that's simple enough to entertain kids on a playground, yet intense enough to help condition the world's most chiseled prizefighters, it could be time to grab a rope and brush up on some of those schoolyard rhymes.
Here's what you can get from 30 minutes of rope jumping:
318 calories burned (brisk pace, based on a 140-pound woman)
Your muscles--the gastrocnemius, quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, abdominals, forearms, and deltoids--get a workout.
Your agility, hand-to-eye coordination, and balance will improve so that you'll feel more sure on your feet.
Rope jumping is also second to none for building strong bones.
If you are concerned that you're too uncoordinated or worried about your knees, don't be. With the right technique, jumping rope is easy to master, actually strengthens your joints, and is pretty cool to do. There are even group jumping classes and video workouts that help make rope jumping fun and accessible no matter what your level of fitness or coordination. Or you can pick up a few pointers, hit play on your cd player, and jump-start your fitness right now.
Getting StartedThe key piece of equipment is a good jump rope. For performance and quality, you can't beat a plastic beaded or segmented rope. This style of rope weighs about a half-pound, which is just enough weight to give it momentum as it swings around so you don't waste energy keeping the rope in motion.
And unlike very lightweight materials like leather, cotton, or nylon, beaded ropes hold a nice wide arc and are less likely to tangle in midair, which means you're less likely to end up catching your feet and feeling frustrated. To test for proper rope fit, step on the center of the rope. The handles should come up to your chest.
Because rope jumping is a bouncy workout, you'll need good shoes and a snug sports bra. A quality pair of aerobic or cross-training shoes are the best choice because they have added support at the ball of your foot, which is where you land. Help your breasts stay put with an encapsulation sports bra. Because this kind of bra holds each breast separately in a supportive cup, it's ideal for women with C-cup breasts or larger. You can find this kind of bra in any sporting goods store.
Once you start skipping, the key to success is taking your time. Even if you skipped from sunrise to sunset as a kid, it's going to take a few sessions to get back into a rhythm and to build your fitness. Rope jumping sends your heart rate skyward quickly, so don't be surprised if you have to stop after just 1 to 2 minutes the first time you try it. Just jog in place, catch your breath, and jump for another miniround when you're ready.
Aim to do your rope jumping 3 or 4 days a week. Beginners should try to complete one 5- to 15-minute session. More experienced jumpers can shoot for 20 to 40 minutes. Remember that you can alternate jumping styles if one becomes boring. Or you can jump in intervals lasting a few minutes each, then take a break to jog in place or do calisthenics like ab crunches or chair dips, so that your total exercise time is about 30 minutes and you're jumping rope about two-thirds of that time.
Tips and TechniquesThe great thing about rope jumping is that you don't need a lot of special gear or detailed instructions. With a quick lesson, good form, and a few ideas to keep it fresh, you'll be on your way to toning up and dropping pounds. The following tips will get you started.
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Here's what you can get from 30 minutes of rope jumping:
318 calories burned (brisk pace, based on a 140-pound woman)
Your muscles--the gastrocnemius, quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, abdominals, forearms, and deltoids--get a workout.
Your agility, hand-to-eye coordination, and balance will improve so that you'll feel more sure on your feet.
Rope jumping is also second to none for building strong bones.
If you are concerned that you're too uncoordinated or worried about your knees, don't be. With the right technique, jumping rope is easy to master, actually strengthens your joints, and is pretty cool to do. There are even group jumping classes and video workouts that help make rope jumping fun and accessible no matter what your level of fitness or coordination. Or you can pick up a few pointers, hit play on your cd player, and jump-start your fitness right now.
Getting StartedThe key piece of equipment is a good jump rope. For performance and quality, you can't beat a plastic beaded or segmented rope. This style of rope weighs about a half-pound, which is just enough weight to give it momentum as it swings around so you don't waste energy keeping the rope in motion.
And unlike very lightweight materials like leather, cotton, or nylon, beaded ropes hold a nice wide arc and are less likely to tangle in midair, which means you're less likely to end up catching your feet and feeling frustrated. To test for proper rope fit, step on the center of the rope. The handles should come up to your chest.
Because rope jumping is a bouncy workout, you'll need good shoes and a snug sports bra. A quality pair of aerobic or cross-training shoes are the best choice because they have added support at the ball of your foot, which is where you land. Help your breasts stay put with an encapsulation sports bra. Because this kind of bra holds each breast separately in a supportive cup, it's ideal for women with C-cup breasts or larger. You can find this kind of bra in any sporting goods store.
Once you start skipping, the key to success is taking your time. Even if you skipped from sunrise to sunset as a kid, it's going to take a few sessions to get back into a rhythm and to build your fitness. Rope jumping sends your heart rate skyward quickly, so don't be surprised if you have to stop after just 1 to 2 minutes the first time you try it. Just jog in place, catch your breath, and jump for another miniround when you're ready.
Aim to do your rope jumping 3 or 4 days a week. Beginners should try to complete one 5- to 15-minute session. More experienced jumpers can shoot for 20 to 40 minutes. Remember that you can alternate jumping styles if one becomes boring. Or you can jump in intervals lasting a few minutes each, then take a break to jog in place or do calisthenics like ab crunches or chair dips, so that your total exercise time is about 30 minutes and you're jumping rope about two-thirds of that time.
Tips and TechniquesThe great thing about rope jumping is that you don't need a lot of special gear or detailed instructions. With a quick lesson, good form, and a few ideas to keep it fresh, you'll be on your way to toning up and dropping pounds. The following tips will get you started.
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