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The second-generation Chrysler LHS and the Chrysler 300M
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Key competitive vehicles were used as benchmarks in the design of new vehicles; benchmarking was used to set quality and function objectives. Benchmark vehicles having similar technology and construction were assessed to determine their efficiency and performance on key functions. For example, cars with longitudinal, front-wheel drive power trains were evaluated for power train noise, vibration and harshness characteristics.
The following benchmark vehicles, which are different from the marketing target vehicles, were used to establish functional performance criteria:
|Chrysler LHS
|Chrysler 300M
|Both LHS and 300M
|Lexus ES 300
|Lexus GS 300
|1993-1997 Vision and LHS
|Toyota Avalon
|BMW 528 and BMW 740i
|Nissan Maxima
|Lincoln Continental
|Buick Park Avenue
|Infiniti Q45, J30, I30
|Cadillac STS
|Oldsmobile LSS
|Mazda Millenia
|Oldsmobile Aurora
|Audi A6
|Lexus LS 400
All seat tracks had 8.7 inches (220 mm) of longitudinal adjustment. This range of travel accommodated 96% of the US adult driving population. Slim center and rear pillars provided wide door openings, particularly in the rear, for easy entry and exit. The LHS trunk was roomier than in 1997; both LHS and 300M trunks benefited from a new hinge linkage that did not intrude on useable space.
The 3.5-liter V-6 engine increased acceleration. Stiffened, strengthened and refined engine structure made it run smoother and quieter. Platinum-tipped spark plugs and coil-on-plug ignition systems provided 100,000-mile scheduled tune-up intervals for both engines.
Fuel economy was increased by lowering weight and reducing brake and aerodynamic drag.
Subtle revision of the steering system, suspension systems and tires increased steering, handling, and ride qualities with reduced harshness and road noise.
A "battery saver" system turned off exterior and interior courtesy lamps if the driver forgot. The starter was prevented from operating when the engine was running. Enhanced power train electronic system capabilities helped assure mobility.
Body Systems
- The body structure was substantially stiffer than previous models for enhanced interior quietness.
- Unique structural sill construction that had no outer skin allowed each body to have a unique sill appearance using molded plastic sill cladding.
- Quad head lamps were standard on Chrysler LHS and Chrysler 300M.
- Aerodynamic development of the body and related systems significantly improved windshield wiper and washer performance. Body mounted windshield washer nozzles with six individual washer jets (three per side) provided full glass coverage.
- One-piece, die-cast window opening moldings increased fit and finish.
Interior Features
- All-new seats provided increased comfort and support
- A new windshield defrosting system cleared the glass more quickly and more completely than the prior system
- New radios provided easily understandable features and controls
- Radio and HVAC controls had the same appearance and feel
- The driver's floor mat included a tie-down hook to hold it in place
- The column-mounted multi-function switch stalk was raised slightly and its graphics were rotated toward the driver to improve visibility through the steering wheel
- The floor console armrest was raised 1.2 inches (30 mm) and the leading edge was slightly forward of its former location, making it level with the door armrest
- The remote trunk release button was readily visible and accessible on the instrument panel
- Radio and HVAC controls were in the center of the instrument panel and placed closer to the driver than on prior models. A new radio mounting system allowed radio and HVAC controls to be closer to each other for easier access
- Radio and ATC (automatic temperature control) operation and logic were refined. Button shape, nomenclature, freedom from hidden functions and tactile feedback contributed to clear and intuitive operation
- The steering column tilt lever curved upward for easy access
- Steering wheel spoke size and placement were designed to allow a variety of hand positions and assured visibility of cluster and switches
- The steering wheel rim was softer and more comfortable
- Pressing the flexible steering wheel trim pad operated the horn switch
Safety And Security
- Next-generation, hybrid driver and passenger air bags used smokeless inflators
- Interior trim provided extended head impact protection meeting 2003 standards
- Dynamic side impact protection system
- A Sentry Key(TM) Theft Deterrent system provided enhanced vehicle theft protection
- Standard HomeLink universal transmitter used "rolling code" technology to enhance security
Reduced engine noise, better suspension isolation, improved body structural stiffness and better insulation all contributed to quietness. A rubber-isolated rear suspension cross member significantly reduced interior noise for rear seat passengers. Front suspension and power train mounting cradle isolation was significantly refined. Larger door weather strips and more accurate door fitting helped minimize wind noise. Full-stamped doors provided a consistent sealing surface for the weather strips.
Aerodynamics played a major role in refining the exterior designs. The combination of a rounded front end in plan view, lower fascia shaping, gently flowing windshield pillars, aero-tuned sill cladding to enhance air flow around the tires and a tapered rear end combined to give these cars outstanding aerodynamics. The designs contained subtle aerodynamic refinements in the cowl, outside mirrors, windshield pillars and windshield header that reduced wind noise and helped control water flow over the body as well as reducing drag. The drag coefficient of both vehicles was .31.
Aerodynamics features for water flow management and wind noise reduction included:
- One-piece side window moldings had the least possible offset from the glass and included full perimeter sealing to the door frame that minimizes wind noise
- Full-stamped doors and full side aperture body construction provided more stable and accurate sealing surfaces to reduce wind noise
- A cowl screen formed to deflect air above wipers reduced wind noise and eliminated washer fluid upward flow off parked wiper blades
- Water channels in the windshield side moldings kept the lower half of the side windows clear while limiting wind noise
- Outside mirrors were shaped for low wind noise
- Full door opening upper weather stripping stopped roof water from entering open doors
The following new or improved features helped to ensure ample cooling air flow through the engine compartment:
- Cubic-curve surfaces surrounded the grille opening to maximize air flow through the grille
- Slots in the cowl screen allowed air to flow over the engine mounts and exit at the rear lip of the hood
- A portion of the hood-to-cowl seal was removed to provide a cooling air flow path over electrical and electronic equipment
- Louvers in the engine compartment side panels and enlarged openings for the drive shafts and tie rods allowed air to exit through the wheel wells
- Vastly improved front air dam and fascia and a small under tray between the lower radiator cross member and the power train/suspension cradle forced air to exit aft of the engine, not recirculate through the cooling module
- Baffles between fascia and radiator support panel forced incoming air through the cooling module
300M and LHS Noise Reduction
300M and LHS noise, vibration, and harshness reduction.
Updates and notes
For 2000, the 300M and LHS gained new colors, revised instrument cluster vacuum-fluorescent display shapes, a four-disc CD changer (in the cab) with Infinity II stereos (early models tended to have bounce issues with CDs), cupholders in the rear center armrest, chrome window and lock switch rockers, and color-keyed mirror switches; the rear suspension was modified to cut noise, vibration, and harshness (in spring 1999), and the gas cap was changed. The 3.5 V6 was LEV compliant in California-like regions.
The 2002 Chrysler LHS was renamed to Chrysler Concorde, and the existing Concorde was eliminated. We have a review of this vehicle (the Concorde-named LHS), as well as the 1999 and 2001 300M and the 2002 Chrysler 300M Special.
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Black Damnation XI - Special Kay - De Struise Brouwers
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Ratings: 58 | Reviews: 24 | Show All Ratings:
4.75/5 rDev +8.7%
look: 5 | smell: 4 | taste: 5 | feel: 5 | overall: 4.75
Had this several times draft. First time was fresh at the Kertbierfestival 2011 in Essen where I was blown away by it. Had about 6 tasting glasses of it. Many of those were from people who couldn't manage to drink their own sample. Tried it since then again draft at the brewery and at their store in Bruges. Both times it was nice but paled in comparison to having it fresh on tap in Essen. Review is from the first time I tried it.
Appearance: Ridiculously dark, looks viscous and oily when poured. Incredibly it supports a bit chocolate mousse despite the very high ABV, courtesy of Struise's special eisbocking technique.
Smell: Cold the booze comes through way to much, almost smells like vodka – not my thing. When warmed you get chocolate, thick roasted malts, ice coffee as thick as a milkshake but unfortunately the alcohol comes through still heavily.
Taste: Thick, very thick, thick syrup, super concentrated malt syrup, bucket of molasses squeezed into this, concentrated brown sugar, ice coffee & condensed coffee, sludgy, a roast which tries not to drown in the syrup & sweetly goodness, strong Porto (calvados?) aftertaste, warming but not really alcoholic.
Body: By far my favorite aspect of this beer, thickest RIS I have every head. Pure syrupy sludge – incredible.
Overall: The first time when I tried this, freshly made it was divine. An experience aided perhaps by the fact that this my first beer in this ABV category. Previous incarnations failed but I hear that the bottles are much better. I have never managed to convince myself to cough up the incredibly hefty price tag.
Serving type: on-tap
07-12-2013 12:47:55 | More by 77black_ships
North Carolina
4.58/5 rDev +4.8%
look: 4 | smell: 5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5
Appearance: Pours out dark as motor oil and almost as thick; the small tan head probably could have been bigger with a harder pour, but that is not the kind of thing one does with a beer like this
Smell: Just massive - all of the dark fruit flavors complementing the chocolate and molasses notes; smells a bit like a port that has been combined with a huge RIS
Taste: As on the nose, the taste here is massive as well, with the fruity notes bringing date, prune and black cherry, up front, and the chocolate, molasses and burnt brown sugar joining in the middle; the high ABV level hits, after the swallow, building the intensity of the flavors
Mouthfeel: Full bodied, with low carbonation; lots of warmth in the gullet
Overall: One of those rare beers that will wow everybody in a room, I was just so happy to have had the opportunity to try it
Thanks, bobertkuekn, for bringing this to the ORF release - mighty generous
Serving type: bottle
12-09-2012 12:53:25 | More by brentk56
3.95/5 rDev -9.6%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
A - pours black with a chocolate head that forms around the glass
S - nose is nose is cinnamon, chocolate, port, and spicy fruits
T - opens up with soy booziness and chocolates. These move on to bourbony chocolates and a lot of milk chocolate. Wow, powerful beer here.
M - boozy as hell, really spicy and hot
D - overall, this is another intense beer out of the black damnation series. Lots of boozy complexity makes this a treat to try!
Serving type: bottle
11-06-2012 02:13:49 | More by birchstick
4.7/5 rDev +7.6%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5
Had from tap at the brewery...awesome!!!
First of all, Carlos apologized for this batch only being like 18% ... (how will I sleep?!)
This pours a thick oily black with thin tan head. Amazing chocolate malt, dried fruit, vanilla, and booze aromas. Taste is truly amazing. Chocolate, dried fruit and I suppose its port I taste...its fantastic!! I so wished to take a whole barrel home with me. Just an amazing brew.
Serving type: on-tap
09-13-2012 22:07:55 | More by DrinkSlurm
3.95/5 rDev -9.6%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4
Finally opening this. 750ml bottle into a snifter.
A: Pours a reddish dark brown with a small tan head. Surprising amount of lacing and retention for a 22% beer.
S: Cherry, raisins, thick chocolate, boozy oak. Very smooth.
T: Semi-sweet port, bitter roasted malts, dark chocolate, heavy smoky character, lots of oaky tannic bitterness and a wash of noticeable but pleasant alcohol. I can definitely make out the Kabert in this.
M: Slight carbonation, almost thick-bodied, silky.
O: The beer definitely kept it under control for 22%, but it tasted a bit too smoky and astringent. A unique experience, but not as amazing as it could have been.
Serving type: bottle
09-06-2012 05:41:30 | More by Etan
New York
4.15/5 rDev -5%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5
shared with one of the tasting crews on 8/15.
a - still. black. frightening.
s - BOOZE. black malts. some fruit ala kabert, port and green apples, but swallowed by the bigness of the booze.
t - really smooth. definitely a bit boozy on the flavor, but doesn't feel like the 22% that it carries. roasted malts and some port barrel. like kabert on steroids.
m - this is a BIG beer. smooth, but still big.
o - overall this is a really nice treat, but not mind blowing. mind blowing how easy it is to drink. i prefer double black and kabert to this one. a bit of a novelty. tasty on its own, but for what it is, definitely impressive to make such a tasty and drinkable beer at this ABV with a non syrupy body.
Serving type: bottle
08-21-2012 03:00:52 | More by cosmicevan
4.2/5 rDev -3.9%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.5
Why not? My mate Doopie pulled this new vintage of EisKabert out to pair along side Kabert on a random Friday night. It was fun to drink a full 16oz of this one (Doops is slow). Cheers man!
From a red cemented and corked 750 into a snifter
Best before 29 December 2016
APPEARANCE: Pours basically the same as its little brother. A black pour yeilds a one finger, medium looking, tan head with good retention. Body is black with medium levels of carbonation evident in the form of tiny, tiny bubbles. Head slowly fades to a half wisp and a thick, foamy ring. A good ring remains and swirly wisp remain until the end but leave no real lacing down the glass. Looks great for such a big beer.
SMELL: Roasted, burnt malts, some dark fruit, grapes mostly, and a strong port barrel. Dark chocolate, coffee and molasses, as well as some strong boozy notes. This is an iced version of Kabert for sure, though the booze is perhaps a tick too much for a perfect score.
TASTE: This is definitely a Kabert concentrate. Add water. Lots of port barrel and much boozier than the nose had indicated. Roasted and burnt malts, coal, and dark fruit flavors are there. Sweet molasses and caramel as well, with lots of port and alcohol everywhere. Big, bold and boozy aftertaste of port, bunt malts, dark chocolate and sweet caramel. Lots of port and booze linger on the palate.
PALATE: Full body with medium carbonation. Heavier and thicker than the original. Creamy and quite smooth, goes down fine and finishes rather sticky. No bite at the swallow, but a good amount of boozy heat lingers.
OVERALL: They call this beer "Special Kay." How retarted. That name reminds me of fat old ladies on their Buns Blaster 2000. The original name, EisKabert, is much more true to what this beer is all about. This is, in every sense of the word, an iced version of Kabert; a Kabert-concentrate if you will. The flavors are there ten fold, but unfortunately the booze is as well. The higher levels of alcohol and heat make this one a little rougher to drink, but with some time, this might mellow out into the master-craft brew it's destined to be. I'll stick to Kabert for now, but in a few years... Cheers for brewing this gents. We really enjoyed this!
Serving type: bottle
07-09-2012 15:27:58 | More by Jeffo
South Africa
4.8/5 rDev +9.8%
look: 5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 5 | feel: 5 | overall: 4.5
750ml bottle 22% ABV.
Served lightly chilled in an over sized wine glass.
Best Before: 29/12/2016
I cannot thank Thijs enough for getting this bottle for me! I absolutely adore gargantuan imperial stouts and if the previous beers in the Black Damnation series are anything to go by, this should be a pretty damn good brew!
Appearance: After about half an hour trying to open the bottle (the wax broke my bottle opener!!!), I can finally get the beer poured. A pitch black, oily liquid gloops out of the bottle, with a two finger creamy, mocha coloured head forming in what appears to be slow motion. The head retention is pretty good for 22% and there are even a few small chunks of lace left behind as the head recedes. A swirl yields a thick, sticky, brown tinted residue on the glass and some of the thickest alcohol legs I have ever seen.
Smell: Mmmmm, this smells absolutely delicious. Notes include: Raisins, plums, dates, black cherries, sticky brown sugar, light molasses, port, brandy, underlying dark chocolate, light oak and an odd hint of cinnamon. The overall nose reminds me a lot of a super rich fruit cake. As the beer warms the port notes become more pronounced and a hint of the 22% is noted.
Taste: Wow, just WOW! The flavour combines all the notes from the nose in perfect balance and with double the power! While dark fruits still dominate the flavour, the chocolate and molasses are more pronounced than in the nose. Roasted malt, dark brown sugar, charred wood, dark caramel, port, oak, brandy, liquorice, toasted nuts and chocolate liqueur are just a few of the other notes appreciated. Special Kay is quite sweet, but a light bitterness in the finish stops it from becoming to much and keeps everything perfectly balanced.
The alcohol cover is absolutely phenomenal, if someone told me that this was 12% I would not doubt them!
Mouthfeel: Hmmm, there is only one word for this mouthfeel - perfect! Thick, heavy and oily with a medium level of ultra creamy carbonation.
Overall: De Struise does it again - this is a phenomenal brew and one I wish I had not shared, I could have happily crushed the full 750! Highly recommended for any lover of massive stouts!
Serving type: bottle
06-29-2012 20:25:16 | More by Thehuntmaster
4.1/5 rDev -6.2%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Special Kay begins life as Kabert, a blend of Kate the Great and Black Albert aged 10 months in Noval Port barrels. It then undergoes the Eisbock process, wherein the beer is fractionally frozen to -15 ° C over a period of 20 days, removing the water and increasing the ABV and flavor intensity. This bottle was very generously shared by ejyoung and poured into a tulip.
Inky is an appropriate descriptor for both color and thickness — this stuff is black, viscous and scary-looking. There isn't much head, just a thin, cocoa-colored ring.
Yikes. A rich, syrupy aroma that sticks to the nostrils. Major coffee, notes — like fresh-roasted beans — with smoke, alcohol, dark chocolate and cognac. Just packed with rich, alcohol-laden fruits.
When I was but a beer noob, I remember being awestruck at the thickness and massive fruit flavor of the 2009 Dark Lord. My palate wasn't right for days. This reminds of that first taste — it's such a huge flavor. Alcohol is very noticeable, as are chocolate syrup and huge port, brandy and cognac flavors. Grapes, figs and prunes show up as well. The swallow brings a huge wave of booze, some earthy hop bitterness, soil, dark chocolate, smoke and seared steak. A beer for giants.
Very thick, viscous feel. The body's medium-full and almost like syrup. Alcohol is spicy on the tongue — no getting around that alcohol content. I can feel myself getting dunker with each sip. Gentle prickles of carbonation are all that keep this from being dead flat.
A crazy beer. Rich, outrageously flavorful and boozy as all hell.
Serving type: bottle
06-14-2012 19:08:19 | More by Phelps
4/5 rDev -8.5%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Thanks for sharing, Nick!
A: Pours pitch black with a thin dark brown head that faded into a very long lasting collar. Spots of soapy lace were left down the glass.
S: Meaty and hearty smelling. This is a beast of a beer. For such a high ABV I'm surprised I don't smell more alcohol. This smells pretty smooth actually. I get a few notes chocolate and fruit. Definitely boozy though.
T: Chocolate and booze. The finish is sharp and lingers forever and ever. The booze is pretty mellow, but this beer is crazy strong.
M: Super duper thick beer. This thing is like barrel aged chocolate syrup. Carbonation is low and thick.
O: For what it is this is awesome! I could only handle two or three ounces of this though. Like a chocolate milkshake with booze and fruit. Thanks a ton Nick.
Serving type: bottle
05-19-2012 04:59:09 | More by scottfrie
4.13/5 rDev -5.5%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 5 | overall: 4
I had this on-tap at the Copenhagen Beer Celebration. Poured into a tasting tulip.
Appearance: This beer is black as night with a half finger of creamy tan head and nice retention.
Smell: Sweet and roasty with a strong dark fruit and port presence. I'm getting some chocolate and brown sugar. Roast and some alcohol as well.
Taste: Not as overpowering as I would have expected. Dark chocolate and dark fruit notes. I'm definitely getting some port here. There is a smooth roasty flavor throughout the sip and a bitter alcohol burn in the finish. I'm pretty sure I like this better than regular Kate.
Mouthfeel: The body is thick with smooth carbonation and a dry finish. This is a really nice feeling beer.
Overall: This beer tastes really good and feels wonderful. Incredibly drinkable given the abv. The fruit/wine undertones really make the flavor. I would love to have this again.
Serving type: on-tap
05-13-2012 14:04:57 | More by oline73
3.7/5 rDev -15.3%
look: 4.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Thanks to Sean for sharing.
A - A black beer with a tan head. Had some solid retention that settled to a thick ring. Nice looking.
S - My initial thought on this one was apples, although not overly powering to make me think that something had gone wrong with it. Port influence gives way to some more traditional stout aromas including chocolate, slight roast, and vanilla.
T - Has some wine-like qualities up front. The alcohol on this is present, but at 22% is pretty mellow. Pretty rich, with dark fruits and chocolate. Good tasting beer.
M - Pretty close to full bodied, with lower carbonation.
O - Good beer. Not sure where the apple notes are coming from, but other then that there isn't anything to complain about. Glad to drink it, but would not try to acquire given how much it originally went for.
Serving type: bottle
04-18-2012 21:52:27 | More by AgentZero
4.5/5 rDev +3%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5
A: This is a nice deep black beer with minimal head.
S: This beer has no dominant recognizable odors.
T: This is a beer with a bite not for dummy's.
M: This beer is really delicious with an beautiful carbonation.
O: This beer is very drinkable and lively present.
Serving type: bottle
04-13-2012 17:41:04 | More by DARIVA
3.98/5 rDev -8.9%
look: 4.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4
Thanks to Sean for sharing this expensive brew. Served in a Hill Farmstead glass.
A - Nice tan foam that settles to a thin cap and thick collar, but minimal lacework. Black body with a glint of dark brown. Always very impressive that these high-ABV Struise beers look so good.
S - Intense aroma of green apple and vinous port is my initial impression, but as it warms more milk chocolate and vanilla emerges. Not much wood presence, and alcohol is reasonably well-hidden.
T - Taste is also quite vinous and port-forward, with some nice rich medium-dark chocolate, roasted malts, fudge, dark fruits and perhaps a bit more barrel presence. Again, alcohol is pretty well masked for 22%, although the beer is still somewhat boozy.
M - Medium-full body, melted chocolate texture, with a dry tannic finish. Carbonation is appropriately on the lower side of things. Some warming alcohol presence, but drinks more like a low teens beer.
D - The green apple in the aroma is a little off-putting - if this were aged in Calvados barrels it would make sense, but in this case it seems more like acetaldehyde. I suspect it may fade over time and this beer should age quite gracefully. The ice distillation has really emphasized the port barrel characteristics and muted the subtitles of Kabert. While the concealing of 22% ABV is a feat in its own right I find this to be inferior to Kabert. I think I prefer Double Black as well. Still, really neat to try - thanks Sean!
Serving type: bottle
03-26-2012 04:57:08 | More by MasterSki
3.8/5 rDev -13%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4
Bottle into tulip.
A - Pours black, looks like oil, light tan-colored head.
S - Booze, oak, dark fruits, light chocolate, some char, and roast. A bit too much booze for me, but for 22%, I guess it's pretty smooth when I think about it. Not quite as roasty as I'd prefer, and the char is a little too much.
T - Similar to the nose, but the charred bite on the finish is a little off-putting. Dark fruits, chocolate, oak, char, and big booze. Very sweet and rich, a sipper. The booze is there, but at 22%, I can't really say it's too much. Finish is dark fruits a char.
M - Full, rich and smooth (for 22%), light carbonation, creamy finish.
O - I think this is a good beer, but I'd rather just drink Kabert over and over again until I pass out rather then a glass of this. Struise continues to push the boundaries on ABV and inventiveness, and I think this beer turned out pretty good. That said, it's just such a huge monster, it's hard to enjoy much in one session (see Double Black). Good, not great.
Serving type: bottle
03-23-2012 15:59:11 | More by Sean9689
4.55/5 rDev +4.1%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 5 | overall: 4.5
Jeffo does it again. I was afraid he'd send BA Stella, but I got this instead.
A - Pours black with a medium dark-tan head. The head slowly turns into some nice lacing. Sticks to the glass well. Looks very appealing, head returns upon sifting.
S - Strong dark fruits, breadiness, booze. The aroma is potent and certainly provides some booziness. There is a little bit of the port barrel coming through, but I can't tell if that is mostly due to the ABV% instead of the actual barrel aging process. Faint licorice in the finish.
T - Very similar to the aroma. Strong dark fruits, then some licorice, then some mild booziness with more dark fruits. Breadiness comes through somewhere in the middle and follows to the end. Very strong, very complex. As it stands, I think this could benefit from some age. No question.
M - Not really sure how much more you could ask for. Thick, thick, just enough carbonation, thick.
O - The flavor could develop a little more. The rest is damn good. The booze needs to fall off and the time it would take for that to occur would likely provide for some of the other flavors to come together. Good as it stands, probably great in two years. I'm a little let down by the flavor. I expected perfection, but didn't find it. I guess Double Black spoiled me. Claaark13 : 1, Special Kay : 0.
Serving type: bottle
03-04-2012 05:25:37 | More by claaark13
4.63/5 rDev +5.9%
look: 5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 5
I originally had the Special Kay from the keg at the Kerstbier festival in Essen, Belgium.
Opened a 75cl bottle from the cellar at approx 50 degrees F and served in my Struise tulip glass.
A-The beer is pitch black, with a nice, dark brown head. Light carbonation with nice lacing.
S-Heavy roast, chocolate, vanilla(?), coffee and malts.
T-The taste is very similar to smell, bitter coffee, chocolate, warming alcohol and spices. The bottled version was much milder, less alcohol than the draft version.
M-Tingly warm, silky, smooth.
O-Definite indications of Struise brewing!
This bottled version is a fantastic beer, but at 22%, it still has that alcolol punch. A nice sipping beer that finishes with a warming that melts down your throat.
Serving type: bottle
01-29-2012 20:28:13 | More by mtbdonn
4.43/5 rDev +1.4%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 5 | overall: 4.5
750 ml red wax/plastic/cement topped and then corked bottle into a couple of snifters. I probably took about an 8 oz pour or so of this. Once again, HUGE thanks go to Stakem for opening this up for us to have a go out. This wasn't a beer, it was an EVENT!
Pours a dense black in the glass, topped with roughly a ½ finger of burnt and angry looking dark mocha head. This stays frothy around the edges of the glass, leaving back a cascade of gooey oils and spotty lacing that slowly creeps down the sides and sticks a bit. The aroma smells of oak, chocolate fudge, dark vinous fruit, roasted coffee, and spicy alcohol warmth. There is a nice depth and power here to the nose but it isn't exactly blowing up for me like it feels like it should.
The taste just brings it, with a sticky and boozy blend of chocolate, molasses, coffee, and a strong dark fruitiness, with green tannins and burnt wood that stick to the tongue. It's the sweetness here however that lingers the most for me, with a combination of fruit and sugars that work really well together and just coat the mouth with flavor. The more burnt and bitter aspects of this can't be ignored however, and despite the overall smoothness of the flavor profile, there is still an intensity to this that is hard to shake. That sweetness (emboldened by the alcohol) is definitely leaving the biggest impact on me though. The mouthfeel is beyond full bodied, with a thick and chewy carbonation and a bold spicy sweetness from all of that alcohol. This may be the highest ABV beer that I've in this large of a quantity during a sitting and while I can feel the alcohol content slowly sapping my body of any remaining moisture, I am just astounded at how smooth and downright drinkable this is for a 22% beer, which really speaks to the depth and richness of this.
Like I mentioned above, enjoying this beer was an event, as you don't just drink or sip something like this, you wrestle with it, as it commands that much respect. This beer is a downright beast and despite the headache the next morning, I'd tussle with it anytime. Thanks again Adam. This beer was a pleasure.
Serving type: bottle
01-24-2012 20:34:50 | More by Kegatron
4.2/5 rDev -3.9%
look: 5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4
Dear Struise, can you please explain the easiest way to open this bottle? Knife, saw, chisel, blow torch, hammer, saber? When the wax finally gives up the fight of keeping the brew away from you, it gets the last laugh by shattering into a dozen pieces. The cap pries off and displays a synthetic cork still getting in the way. When the last line of defense is finally broken, the 750ml bottle pops with a warning.
Poured into a snifter, this brew appears black. Just very black with the faintest line of dark brown around the edges. A finger of dark mocha brown head appears and quickly fades. A swirl revives a half finger of froth back to the surface which again fades fairly quick. Spotty lace sticks to the glass and as its tilted to the light, you can see some faint ruby coloration.
The smell is thick and boozy. Vinous port quality mixes with a strong scent of cocoa batter. Raw oak provides a bit of tannic harshness to the nose with a contrasting deeply sweet smell of vanilla. A bit of coconut, licorice, oak and grape comes out as the brew warms up. Despite smelling bold with alcohol, it displays a very cruel sweetness that deceives you into making false assumptions about what thinks going to taste like.
The taste is super strong and boozy with a bold array of bitter charred grain. Tobacco and burnt sugar is suggested mixed with port wine, vinous tang and a bit of grapes sweetness. The derived sweetness gets completely crushed by the bitterness of the roast and bold alcohol impact. Across the back are notes of raw oak and more alcohol that gets a bit fusel.
This is a full bodied brute of a beer. It is thick and viscous but displays a moderate amount of carbonation. There is lots of character to take in this brew. There is no hiding that Kabert is running all through this brew. The 22% alcohol is not hiding at all, it seemingly stains the glass. Very aggressive brew that I can't describe any better than Kegatron stated while drinking this with me. "This tastes like it was made with testosterone." It seemingly rips the moisture right out of your mouth. Putting this in a 750ml bottle is cruel. It's something I'd love to open ad sip on but at this format, you need to call in friends to help with this beast unless you want to get wasted.
Serving type: bottle
01-23-2012 20:20:22 | More by stakem
4.18/5 rDev -4.3%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4
thanks to stakem for this 'special' treat, enjoyed from a tulip shared with tenderbranson 69.
This is a deceptive liquid -a pfsst! from the cap as it is pryed off with a pour that collapses the liquid on top of itself looking as thick as used motor oil with no head and legs line the glass as it is swirled. The smell is immediately intense with huge malt aromas filling my nostrils and a woody element that has a sweet odor with slight soy sauce spiciness and moderate cocoa notes with light vanilla and peppery odors.
The feel is thick, warming drying and sweet without being cloying, smooth for what it is with pretty aggressive yet not harsh alcohol that is balanced by some serious malt intensity and residual sugary smacking texture with tannic and alcohol holding steady throughout. The taste is something I don't think you can imagine unless you have tasted it so concentrated with dark malt and wood it is almost salty yet still has a sweetness and fruity quality with spicy and bitter cocoa flavors alongside a serious taste of alcohol and toffee-like burnt sugar flavor. This is a truly impressive substance, not highly drinkable, but very worthy for the process has created something you will not experience the like of often! Thanks again Adam!
Serving type: bottle
01-20-2012 17:42:27 | More by Slatetank
4.68/5 rDev +7.1%
look: 5 | smell: 5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 5 | overall: 4.5
I had to give up my free evening since rvdoorn went to Brugge and came home with some special kay... and couldn't wait to open one!!! I gladly accepted!
A: Black, I mean BLACK with a nice espresso foam like head on top.
S: Espresso (or should I say Ristretto), cacao, dark fruits and peaty.
T: Yes, defenitley Ristretto, Cacao, oak, port notes and dark fruits... and some alcohol warming.
M: Thick, creamy, smooth and perfectly carbonated for this style.
O: A great new brew from Struise and my only remark is the alcohol warming. With some aging this will just become better and better.
Serving type: bottle
01-09-2012 10:48:23 | More by PapaEugene
4.58/5 rDev +4.8%
look: 5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 5 | overall: 4.5
Picked up some bottles for myself and some fellow BAs in the struise shop in Brugge. Thanks again Bart for the nice customer service last week, and David for the nice talks and beers in the shop. Only between 300 and 400 bottles are made of this one. I wanted to wait a bit longer before tasting this one, but couldn't resist the evening I came home from Brugge.
Look: the beer pours a deeep black color, with a dark espresso brown thick head.
Smell: coffee, roasted malts, dark chocolate, dark fruits and fruity port notes.
Taste: Dark fruits, freshly roasted coffee, dark chocolate, vanilla, oak port notes. A bit spicy, warming alcoholic aftertaste. There is incredibly much going on in this one.
Mouthfeel: Thick creamy body with low but perfect carbonation
Overall: This beer is extremely well made. Right now, still a bit sharp/spicy, however, age will do this one very well and will surely make it a true worldclass beer! Can wait to open one of my other bottles in the future!
Serving type: bottle
01-08-2012 13:44:47 | More by rvdoorn
5/5 rDev +14.4%
look: 5 | smell: 5 | taste: 5 | feel: 5 | overall: 5
I had this one on draft at the Kerstbier festival in Essen and from a 75cl bottle. The beer is pitch black, with a dark brown head. Smell is heavy roast, chocolate, vanilla, coffee and malts. Taste is very similar. Bitter coffee, chocolate, warming alcohol and spices. Moutheel is thick and sticky. The bottled version was much milder and less boozy than the draft version. Bottled this is a fantastic beer, which is hiding the alcohol much better than the draft version. Equally brilliant to the BD5 in my opinion.
Serving type: bottle
01-03-2012 21:13:06 | More by fewa
New Hampshire
4.65/5 rDev +6.4%
look: 5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4
A frozen version of Kabert. Three gallons reduced to one gallon via secret method of freezing.
Served very late night by De Struise at Ebenezer's Belgian Fest.
Black tar appearance with a surprisingly dense, rocky head of brown. Ripped lacework throughout the glass.
Charred chocolate, reduced espresso, roasted malt embers, and nougat in the nose. Warming alcohol steps forward along with intensifying Port.
Bits of rich earth, vanilla, and burnt brownie ends follow though.
Massively thick, chewy body. Tongue-wrapping and approaching an almost solid state.
A dense mix of dark chocolate, char, Kona grounds, and nougat lead off the pallet. Warming alcohol steps forward with a mildly intense oaky Port essence.
Fudge batter, blackened cake bottom, and Kahlua follow though.
The alcohol warms up a bit more but the richness of the brew hides it so well.
Finishes with lingering char-infused chocolate batter, drizzled with Port.
By far, the most massive stout I've ever had. The Port from the Kate brings a great complexity through the massive profile, and the 24% abv strength is incredibly subdued.
Big props to Chris Lively, Todd Mott, and De Struise for making this gem happen.
Serving type: growler
08-29-2008 19:33:13 | More by brewandbbq
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So what then does Resurrection mean? For Benedict it represents a new dimension of reality breaking through into human experience. It is not a violation of the old; it is the manifestation of something new.
To understand more clearly where Polkinghorne lies on the larger landscape of science and religion, let's consider his approach to the Resurrection. Many contemporary thinkers, including some theologians and clergy, believe that "science" has somehow made it impossible to believe in the Resurrection, the deity of Jesus, and even belief in the transcendent God of the Bible.
For Darwin, both of these observations (that oceanic islands lacked terrestrial mammals, and that endemic species on islands were most similar to a species on the closest mainland) had the same explanation: his hypothesis that endemic, oceanic species were the modified descendants of a colonizing species from the nearest continent.
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A common argument leveled against the theory of evolution is that scientists have not been able to produce transitional fossils that show the change of one species into another. In this podcast, we address a common misconception about what transitional fossils actually are.
The God who created the cosmos is the God who came to us as a child in Bethlehem.
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"I flatter myself," Hume triumphantly proclaimed, "that I have discovered an argument . . . which, if just, will, with the wise and learned, be an everlasting check to all kinds of superstitious delusion, and consequently, will be useful as long as the world endures."
In this talk, Professor Plantinga addresses the fact that many contemporary thinkers—including many theologians—believe that God cannot perform miracles, providentially guide history, or interact in the lives of people, as these activities would be contrary to science. Plantinga, on the other hand, makes the case that this popular view is mistaken; excluding divine action in the world is not a central feature of natural science itself, but a philosophical or theological preference that has been added on to science (and can just as readily be removed). Plantinga concludes that it is completely logical to accept the miracles of the Bible and support contemporary science.
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There are two opposite errors which need to be countered about the fossil record: 1) that it is so incomplete as to be of no value in interpreting patterns and trends in the history of life, and 2) that it is so good that we should expect a relatively complete record of the details of evolutionary transitions within all or most lineages.
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Put your soda down (part one of two)
Soda disrupts the human body's capable biological, chemical abilities and efficiencies
Published: Monday, October 3, 2011
Updated: Wednesday, July 25, 2012 21:07
The reasons why people choose sodas are numerous. Personally, I would grab a soda out of convenience — out of tendency — complying to a decent price range. I used to think how obtuse it would be to order a value meal from fast-food restaurants and ask for water in place of a soft drink. Gradually, that mentality had to change and my reasoning was not related to wellness.
Growing up knowing (just by word-of-mouth) if you wanted every advantage in a competitive sport, one of the first things you had to do was to get rid of sodas.
Nobody ever stated why they had a generalized preoccupation with soda abstinence, yet they figured it had something to do with "sugars" and something else to do with "bad." Turns out, the advantages to ebbing away from soft drinks are more than just a right thing to do.
Although they are sweet, sparkling and tasty, sodas are worthless for your body.
If at this moment you are "obeying your thirst," "doing the dew" or "opening happiness," consider the aftermath of soda consumption.
Sodas eliminate calcium from our bodies: From the countless hours of advertisements (usually in the form of some animated character), we are reminded that "calcium builds strong bones." However, we disrupt the biology of bone strengthening by ingesting excess levels of phosphorus (as phosphoric acid) from sodas. In our lower intestine, phosphoric acid binds with the calcium and evacuates the bind via urinary excretion.
By consuming sodas, we deplete our bodies of calcium, thus reducing the strength of our bones, increasing our chances (long-term) of osteoporosis and bone fracture.
Calcium is the most abundant mineral in our body (in the form of bones and teeth) and theoretically, if we continue to wreak havoc on these anatomical structures, we will become a pile of gelatinous goo. Do me a favor: The next time you see a soda commercial, think, "phosphorus deteriorates strong bones" (and stay tuned for the slam dunk/high-five finish because drinking soda and playing sports go hand-in-hand).
High phosphorus-to-calcium ratios are also linked to kidney disease and kidney stones.
Sodas damage our cells: In the pH spectrum, there are three types of classifications: acids, neutral and base solutions. The lower the pH, the more closely associated to an acid. Of the 1-14 quantifiable measurements of a pH level, sodas average a pH of 2.5, making them highly acidic (and equivalent in acidity to vinegar).The significance is that anything acid comes into contact with, it oxidizes. Oxidation also causes pear slices to turn brown, metal to rust and fish to become fetid — representing a change in cellular makeup. Although our bodies can metabolize oxygen efficiently, one to two percent of the cells are damaged in the process.
But as we consume soda, the oxidation is accelerated in our systems and continuously damages our cells.
This is why there are these things called, antioxidants. Antioxidants balance oxidation in our bodies.
Sodas destroy tooth enamels: We're traveling back in time for a second. It's seventh grade and you've just convinced your adolescent self to do their science fair experiment on tooth decay. You learn that with a pH level of 5.3, the hardest and most highly mineralized substance in the body (the tooth enamel) starts to dissolve. As we consume acids regularly, we temporarily soften the tooth's surface, since your saliva (whose job is to neutralize acids) can't respond fast enough. What if we had no saliva at all?
Well, you may not have had YouTube back then, but let's test that hypothesis with this video here.
My goodness! In addition to the music, I'm overwhelmed. So what? You'll brush your teeth, right? In their weakened state after an ice-cold soda, teeth are more susceptible to toothbrush abrasion, so you will only accelerate tooth decay, not prevent it. Wait an hour before brushing your teeth or swish with water to neutralize the acids.
Otherwise, "Hello, heightened sensitivity, discoloration and increased transparency!" For more information on pH levels of your favorite soda, visit here.
The diet-soda debate: We generally choose diet drinks for one reason — to make a conscientious decision directed to our well-being. There are several notions that challenge this "well-being" aspect. But in particular, no study has ever shown diet soda to be useful in shedding pounds.
From publications and other studies, in my next blog post, I plan to reveal in full detail the truth about diet sodas and also what the U.S. government has proposed in the past to control the overwhelming consumption of soda.
Joey Roberts is currently the 800 meter school record holder of Texas A&M's track team. Upon achieving his bachelor of science in civil engineering in May 2012, Joey plans to explore a master's and doctorate's degree in environmental engineering. As an avid runner, Joey is passionate about his wellness, which sparked developments in his personal attitude, fitness, and diet.
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The Dow Jones industrial average rose 10 points to 13,260. The Standard & Poor's 500 index gained 0.4 points to 1,416. And the Nasdaq rose 1.9 points to 3,064.
Gap Inc. shares rose 4.7 percent after it boosted its outlook and posted a 29 percent jump in net income, suggesting the operator of Gap, Old Navy and Banana Republic stores is finally on the way to a turnaround.
Shares of Ann Inc., the parent of retailer Ann Taylor, jumped 19 percent after saying its second-quarter profit rose 24 percent. Foot Locker rose 2 percent after quarterly profits leaped 59 percent, boosted by higher sales, cost controls and a small tax-related gain.
Facebook Inc. shares continued to fall, though not as fast. On Friday they fell another 11 cents to $19.76. After debuting at $38 per share, the stock hit a new low on Thursday as some of its early investors got their first chance to sell.
Broader categories of stocks were more mixed. Of the 10 industry groups in the S&P 500, half were up and half were flat or down. The biggest decliner was health care, down a half-percent. Tech stocks rose almost 0.4 percent.
Computer chip maker Marvell Technology Group Ltd. saw its stock drop 14 percent after a revenue decline sliced its quarterly net income by more than half. Its CEO cited a slowing economy for the trouble.
Global markets edged higher after German Chancellor Angela Merkel gave a new pledge of support for the euro. On Thursday she said that "we feel committed to do everything we can to maintain the common currency." Germany is Europe's economic powerhouse, so its support is critical to the euro's survival.
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Built Ford Tough. This Ford Racing crate engine is built from a lightweight aluminum cylinder block that features cross-bolted main bearing caps and thick main bearing bulkheads for bottom-end strength. Includes manual transmission engine harness and flywheel.
High Revving Efficient Power. An 80 mm single bore "drive by wire" throttle body in combination with a tuned composite intake manifold provides efficient air delivery and weight savings. The four-valve-per-cylinder aluminum heads with roller-finger followers reduce friction while piston-cooling jets, optimized oil drain-back and windage control improving high-rpm performance.
2 Year/24,000 Mile Warranty. This crate engine carries Ford Racing's 2 year - 24,000 mile Warranty from the date of purchase for replacement or repair only.
Application. This 5.0L 32V DOHC Coyote Engine is a direct fit replacement for 2011 Mustangs with engine code BG-397-AA. Can also be used in a resto-mod or a custom car build.
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Philosophy is dedicated to bring you remarkable products that inspire you to live a better life by being better to yourself. Their products are formulated with scientifically-proven, medically-accepted ingredients that are effective, yet gentle. What they put in their bottles and jars brings better skin and what's written on their packaging will inspire better days. Their award-winning skin care, clean fragrances and indulgent bath and body products are designed to help you feel and look your best.
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philosophy Customer ReviewsOK - 4/18/2014 12:28:19 PM cleared some whiteheads. did nothing about blackheads. after using, my acne was a bit red. left my skin dry. will not be purchasing again. i bought the whole kit from this line and the products are OK... the overnight pads are fine, the moisturizer smells awful and makes my skin oily, and the spot treatment stings...- 4/10/2014 1:53:02 PM I love Philosophy product line and I have used it for years. The face wash is very gentle and cleans my skin very well. This is the fist time I have tried the serum and so far, I like it!LOVE IT!!!!!! - 3/26/2014 10:08:07 AM This has everything you need for great radiant skin. I've tried everything and then some but I'm always prone to dry skin, the moisturizer is perfect and I really noticed a difference using the serum. It's made my skin glow and just enough said, have been refilling this product 3x and have found no reason to change my beauty regiment!Luxurious texture - 3/22/2014 8:27:24 AM I'm not a lotion/creme fan, but my skin has really taken a beating this winter. Things I don't like about lotions are the smell and being sticky or greasy. The smell of this creme is great--very light. And the texture is almost luxurious--it feels like a really high end product. And most of all my skin is happy!Best Make-Up--Ever!! - 3/22/2014 8:20:21 AM This is my favorite product. The coverage is amazing, and it feels light on my face. The sponge applicator is really great too as you don't have loose powder flying around.Best Purchase Ever - 3/20/2014 6:21:16 PM Great broduct, realy works to my acne, smooth my skin and bring back the radiance. Will always come back.- 3/16/2014 7:36:35 AM I have noticed a difference in the texture of my skin. It appears softer and less flaky.Very easy to use but does not smell good - 3/12/2014 4:24:29 AM I love this set. It totally worth every penny you spent. The cleanser is very gentle and useful, and the hope moisturizer is just what I need. My skin gets softer after a month's usage. There is only one thing I am not happy with: the smell.This is my favorite by far!! - 3/2/2014 9:44:27 PM I have tried so many moisturizers out there from drugstore to high end and this one takes the cake! I am 34 with sensitive, acne prone skin and oily in t-zone and this product is perfect for all the above. The consistency is a creamy gel texture that leaves your skin feeling balanced and hydrated. I like to also take a little scoop in my hand of the philosophy vitamin c booster powder and mix with this product. I notice the combo helped my skin clarity and lightly fade a few sun spots I have. I wish it came in a bigger jar for the same price (which is a bit high) since I'm heavy handed with skin care, but other than that I have no complaints, just great feeling and looking skin! ;)Excellent Night Cream - 3/2/2014 5:06:56 AM I always need a heavier night cream in the winter months. This one is superb. It is heavier and thicker than my day moisturizer, but has helped my skin look smoother and with fewer dry patches. I am a fan of Philosophy products and this one dd not let me down.
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Since the launch of the brand in 1996, philosophy has been unlike any skin care company on the market. The goal of the brand is to promote a positive outlook on life by surrounding the body with pleasing fragrances, improving self-image by addressing beauty concerns and encouraging and motivating through inspirational messages printed on the product packaging. philosophy has developed incredibly simple, straightforward formulas that deliver incredible results not only for the appearance but also for an overall well-being.
Providing quality skincare formulas is a top priority at philosophy, and the brand has developed a range of products meant to tackle common skin care concerns. The collection includes solutions that help minimize the appearance of signs of aging, leaving the complexion more radiant and youthful. Formulas are offered to reduce the prominence of hyperpigmentation, decrease the likelihood of breakouts, address redness and unevenness in skin tone and combat dehydration by nourishing and hydrating parched skin. Whatever your top skincare concerns are, you'll find a solution that will address your needs while delivering you the uplifting messages of philosophy products.
Fragrance has a powerful effect upon the body, and philosophy has created an array of signature scents that use the benefits of fragrance to make a woman feel more beautiful while soothing her senses. The array of fragrance options includes everything from feminine, romantic bouquets to light, clean scents, and you'll find many different options from perfumes to body lotions to scented shower gels available.


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Trouble is....You can buy a no name brand of this AC adapter on Ebay for $20 shipped.....I have one....and it works just like the "real" one.Not worth 3x on sale.....That is for sure....
^ But how long (# of hours) have you used it? The problem with generic PSU, especially the simpler lower wattage type, is they are short lived and may damage equipment when they fail.
The second problem is you aren't necessarily assured that another seller with the same pics and description is actually selling exactly the same thing, or even the same seller if they sell out of one lot and source it elsewhere but don't update the eBay listing.
I do believe a decent generic can be found for lower price, but it's a gamble.
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The Science of Closet Organizers
When it comes to choosing closet organizers to efficiently sort and fit all the clothes in your closet, closet design can be more of a science than you might think. The closet designers at California Closets Raleigh have a few tips for you when picking out storage organizers. Exact measurements are extremely important if you would like to maximize your space and take care of your belonging. Will your closet measure up?
Shelf Width and Depth
Closet organizers don't just store your clothes. They need to conform to and make use of every inch of space in your closet. To minimize unused space, each shelf in your closet organizers should be 12 inches wide and 14 inches deep. This is the width and depth of a folded sweater. Longer shelves should be in multiples of 12: a 36 inch shelf would hold three stacks of sweaters, for example.
Shelf Height
The shelves of closet organizers should be no more than eight to ten inches tall. This may not seem like much, but any more would encourage high stacking, which in turn leads to piles of sweaters of t-shirts falling on you as you try to pull one out of the middle of the pile. Eight to ten inches should fit about 3 sweaters in a pile in your closet organizers.
Eye Level Height
Make sure that your closet organizers have compartments separated into eye level, ground level, and tall levels. This can allow you to put your most frequently used items at eye level in your closet organizers. Less frequently used items and seasonal items can be placed in the lower or higher spots.
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If your closet organizers will allow it, shoot for a minimum of 24 inches (two feet) of depth for hanging items. This will prevent suit jackets, dresses and pants from hitting the back wall. Prolonged rubbing against the wall could damage your clothing.
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Allow the closet organizers and designers at California Closets Raleigh to incorporate the above concepts and more into a customized closet solution for your home. Schedule a free in-home design consultation online or come in and visit our showroom in Raleigh to learn more about how California Closets can transform your bedroom closet, garage storage system, home office and more.


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Afterglow isn't for drastic effects and filters, but if you want to simply improve the look of an image and add afterglow effects, the intuitive controls make this app a great download.
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Welcome to Northgate Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM, your go-to Chrysler Dodge Jeep and RAM dealership located in Cincinnati, OH! You won't find a better place than our Cincinnati Dodge dealership to shop for your next new or used Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or RAM, as well as expert automotive services and financing. Our staff is dedicated to unparalleled service for all of our Ohio customers, and we look forward to serving all our local communities, including Fairfield, Hamilton, and Blue Ash.
We're proud of the incredible new inventory of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and RAM models at our dealership. This inventory consists of several 2013 & plenty of 2014 models, including the 2013 Chrysler 200, the 2014Jeep Wrangler, and the 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan. Whatever you're looking for in your next car, we're confident that you'll find something you love here at our Fairfield area Jeep dealership. If you want to get a better look at all these models, check out our showroom for more details!
We know that some of you are looking for a pre-owned car instead, so we also offer a high-quality selection of pre-owned cars. Our used inventory consists of several models that are not only from Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and RAM, but also from other great manufacturers as well. We offer quality, affordability, and reliability in every model we have here, and you'll love your shopping experience here. Take a look at the used inventory here at Northgate Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM, and don't hesitate to contact us if any of our used models look tempting!
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This half dollar commemorative was issued to celebrate the XV FIFA World Cup playoff games held in cities across the U.S. in the summer of 1994. The obverse shows a soccer player moving the ball down the field. The reverse features the official World Cup logo surrounded by laurel branches.
This Proof coin has been graded Proof 69 Deep Cameo by PCGS and only 4 coins have graded higher!
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With the prospect of a stormy weekend ahead of me I decided it was the perfect time to delve into three delightfully short books I recently received from Bridget Williams Books. The predicted storm never really materialised but it still provided me with the perfect excuse to read these small gems from the BWB Texts series.
Creeks and Kitchens: A Childhood Memoir by Maurice Gee, ISBN 9781927277430, RRP $14.99
A wonderfully evocative short exploration of Gee's West Auckland childhood and family, as well as the inspiration behind much of his writing. Being a child of the "Under the Mountain" generation I particularly liked that he talks about where the ideas for Under the Mountain came from, and about children's books and writing being truthful and hopeful but also containing "hard things". Creeks and Kitchens also reads as a slice of social history, an elegy to 1930′s and 40′s New Zealand where life was necessarily rooted in the land and the water, and at once shiningly bright and disturbingly dark. The creek and the kitchen.
Paul Callaghan: Luminous Moments, Foreword by Catherine Callaghan, ISBN 9781927277492, RRP $14.99
A collection of speeches, essays and interviews with Paul Callaghan, one of New Zealand's best scientists, who passed away in 2012. His gift was being able to communicate what he knew in a human and truly inspirational way, and Luminous Moments is both genuinely enlightening and personally moving.
But science is not ultimately about the individuals; it's about the methodology. It's about the requirement of evidence and consisstency, a process in which the chaff is spearated from the wheat. Through the winnowing process, truth gradually emerges.
Thorndon: Wellington and Home, My Katherine Mansfield Project by Kirsty Gunn, ISBN 9781927277447, RRP $14.99
In 2009 New Zealand (and English and Scottish?) writer Kirsty Gunn returned home to Wellington to be the Randell Cottage New Zealand Writer in Residence in 2009. This text is her project from that experience, a mix of essay, memoir, fiction, history and meditation. It has a wonderful cyclical feeling about it, especially when you consider this "notebook" strongly echo the notebooks of Gunn's subject, Katherine Mansfield. What better place to explore the nature of "home" and Mansfield's relationship to it than Wellington? As New Zealanders we often have this extremely complex relationship with our own country and the rest of the world, at one and the same time we want to bring it all closer and push it away. Mansfield's writing was always about the microcosm vs the macrocosm (she wrote a story called The Doll's House for goodness sakes), which is what New Zealand does to us, and Gunn delves into similar territory.


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Book your room at The Burton Inn
Family SuiteMax Occupancy: 6 adults
Studio, 1 King BedMax Occupancy: 2 adults
Historic, all-suite hotel in Cambria, near Hearst Castle
Central coast locale
Located in Cambria's East Village and near the scenic coastal route of Highway 1, this central California hotel is 2 miles from the Moonstone Beach and 8 miles from the Hearst Castle at San Simeon.
Small town charm
Built in 1865 and expanded in 1975, The Burton Inn features a wood-paneled library with antique leaded glass windows.
Spacious suites
The 12 individually decorated and spacious guest suites at Burton Inn offer premium bedding, marble bathrooms, and large windows with views of the inn's gardens, Santa Rosa Creek, or Cambria's East Village.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!
The Burton Inn
- The Overview
This smoke-free hotel is located in Cambria's East Village, 8 miles from the Hearst Castle. The wineries at Paso Robles are 25 miles away, and Big Sur is a 74-mile drive along the scenic coast on Highway 1.
The original part of The Burton Inn dates to 1865 and features a wood-paneled library with antique leaded glass windows. The hotel offers a Continental breakfast every morning. There are several restaurants less than a half-mile from the hotel. Parking is free.
- Number of buildings/towers - 2
- Free parking
- Total number of rooms - 12
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Video library
- Number of floors - 2
- Year Built 1865
- Smoke-free property
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- Free Wi-Fi
- Library
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Available in all rooms: Free Wi-Fi, Free wired high-speed Internet
Available in some public areas: Free Wi-Fi
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Free parking
- The Room
- Premium bedding
- Free local calls
- Premium TV channels
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Coffee/tea maker
- DVD player
- Daily housekeeping
- Hair dryer
- Iron/ironing board
- Individually decorated
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Separate sitting area
- Climate control
- Air conditioning
- Phone
- Kitchenette
- Extra towels/bedding
- Private bathroom
- In-room massage available
- Shower/tub combination
- Cable TV service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free wired high-speed Internet
- Dial-up Internet access (complimentary)
- Pillowtop mattress
- Down comforter
- Egyptian-cotton sheets
- Individually furnished
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The Burton Inn does not have its own restaurant, but there are several dining options within the surrounding Cambria East Village area.
Nearby restaurants:
Black Cat
Robin's Restaurant
Dragon Bistro
Sow's Ear
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To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the "Special or Accessibility Requests" section of "Trip Preferences" when you book your hotel.
- In-room accessibility
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Check-in time ends at 10 PM
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
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Reception hours are 8 AM - 10 PM and check-in is not guarantee after 10 PM. Guests who plan to arrive outside of these hours must contact the property to receive check-in instructions. Contact information is provided on the confirmation page received after booking.
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Check-out time is 11 AM
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Accepted at this hotel: MasterCard, Visa
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
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- The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
- Breakfast fee: USD 25.00 per person (approximately)
- Early check-in fee: USD 25.00
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Report: Oregon wind energy impact equal to taking 550,000 cars off the road
By Christina Williams
Sustainable Business Oregon editor
Oregon Sen. Elizabeth Steiner Hayward, right, spoke Wednesday at a press conference which highlighted wind power and marked the release of a report on the topic from Environment Oregon.
Wind power is a viable, clean source of energy and enough of it has been switched on in Oregon to have the equivalent climate impact of removing 550,000 cars from the road each year.
So says a new report released Wednesday by Environment Oregon, an environmental advocacy group.
The report, "Wind Power for a Cleaner America," points out that in addition to providing a cleaner, greener power source than fossil fuel-burning power plants, wind energy also doesn't have the water requirements of such plants.
Researchers who contributed to the report found that in 2011, Oregon produced 4.9 million megawatt hours of electricity from wind, avoiding 2.8 million metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions and saving just over 1 billion gallons of water per year.
If wind energy development continues at a healthy pace — one supported by state and national policies such as renewable energy portfolio standards and federal tax incentives — the report's authors expect that by 2016, Oregon could be generating 5 million megawatt hours of electricity from wind, bumping up CO2 emissions and water savings along the way.
In July, Environment Oregon issued a report calling for Oregon to move toward getting 10 percent of its energy from rooftop solar installations.
Similar to that report launch, Environment Oregon Wednesday held a press conference on the shores of the Willamette River. At that event Oregon Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Steiner Hayward, whose district is home to Vestas' North American headquarters in Portland, emphasized the need for policy supportive of the wind industry.
"Companies like Vestas and Ibedrola are investing in the future of our state," said Steiner Hayward in a press release. "Thanks to federal tax incentives and Oregon's renewable portfolio standard, we can continue to be a leader in clean energy."
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Although this location is no longer accepting new enrollments, you can still enroll for an online program or at the Maryland Campus, which is the nearest location in your area. Current students will continue on-site instruction.
Pursue your academic goals at the University of Phoenix Greenbelt Learning Center in Maryland. The Greenbelt Learning Center offers both undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a number of different fields, including business management, nursing and education. Why let a busy lifestyle get in the way of your academic and workplace aspirations? Via our online learning tools, you can earn a degree sooner than you might think.
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