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Togekiss fills a unique role in the OU metagame with its ability to serve as a sweeper, a specially defensive tank, an excellent Nasty Plot Baton Passer, or as a general annoyance. It's also one of the few users of Serene Grace, and it's certainly able to put it to good use with its great movepool. Togekiss's respectable typing provides it with enough ways to switch into combat and its above average defenses make it surprisingly difficult for opponents to shoot down this paper plane without STAB, super effective attacks.
Togekiss has a few weaknesses that it needs to watch out for when being used, however. As it is weak to Rock-type attacks, it loses 25% of its HP upon switching into Stealth Rock. Additionally, Togekiss is not fast enough to outpace a large portion of the metagame, having only a base 80 Speed stat. This means that if you plan on having Togekiss successfully sweep, you will need to either spread paralysis around or eliminate your opponent's faster Pokemon. Despite these downfalls, Togekiss is a useful addition to any team with the right support.
This Togekiss takes a more conventional route toward sweeping, taking advantage of its massive Special Attack, good defenses, and access to Roost in order to successfully obtain a Nasty Plot boost. With a Modest nature, a boosted Air Slash does catastrophic damage, OHKOing Scizor after Stealth Rock, while scoring 2-3HKOs even on Pokemon who resist it. When you combine Air Slash's flinch rate and Togekiss's bulk, you'll find that it has no problem sweeping teams that are sufficiently weakened. Unlike most Nasty Plot sweepers, Togekiss has both instant recovery in Roost and the bulk needed to take down opponents without worrying about taking excessive damage; even weaker super effective hits won't significantly damage it.
Aura Sphere is for Tyranitar, who threatens an OHKO with Stone Edge. Aura Sphere OHKOes right back after a Nasty Plot, while also providing useful extra damage against Blissey, Metagross, Heatran, and other Pokemon who resist Flying. While Air Slash is often the primary attack against these foes, Aura Sphere allows you to finish off these Pokemon at higher percentages. Heal Bell is extremely useful against stall teams, allowing Togekiss to switch in and absorb status attacks, while providing the means to win against even Toxic Blissey 1-on-1 in tandem with Roost.Team Options & Additional Comments >>>
This set takes a more offensive approach to Nasty Plot Togekiss. While many Togekiss sets aim to exploit its impressive bulk, this set takes advantage of its massive Special Attack and decent Speed. Very few Pokemon will be able to switch in on this Togekiss safely once it secures a Nasty Plot boost; indeed, every Pokemon in the OU tier is at the very least 2HKOed by a +2 Togekiss.
Nasty Plot allows Togekiss to boost its already high Special Attack to astronomical levels in just one turn of set up. Air Slash is Togekiss's STAB move, and comes with a neat 60% flinch rate, thanks to Serene Grace. Fire Blast is used to hit Pokemon such as Jirachi and Bronzong, who resist Togekiss's Air Slash. It also sees additional use in its ability to OHKO 252 HP Zapdos and Rotom-A who resist all of Togekiss's other moves and can otherwise set up on it. Roost is the best choice in the final slot for its ability to heal Togekiss's health, prolonging its sweep. However, Aura Sphere can be used instead to give Togekiss a means of hitting Tyranitar and Heatran, who will otherwise wall Togekiss.Team Options & Additional Comments >>>
Serene Grace is definitely not wasted on a Pokemon like Togekiss. A 60% flinch rate combined with paralysis support leaves the opposing Pokemon with only a 30% chance of doing anything at all. Combine this with Togekiss's general bulk and recovery in the form of Roost, and it can pose a serious threat to an opponent's team.
Air Slash is mandatory for STAB and flinching on Togekiss. Thunder Wave is the most reliable option in the second slot to paralyze whoever your opponent might switch into Togekiss. Body Slam is another option to use in order to have the ability to paralyze Pokemon immune to Thunder Wave. The third slot has numerous options to choose from. Aura Sphere is the primary choice to round out Togekiss's coverage, hitting Rock- and Steel-types particularly hard. Nasty Plot is available to help Togekiss sweep, although it should be noted that it's illegal with Body Slam. Substitute can also be used to make Togekiss even harder and more annoying to take down and keep it safe from status. The last move is given to Roost to provide Togekiss with reliable recovery.Team Options & Additional Comments >>>
A quick and easy fix to Togekiss's middling Speed is to slap a Choice Scarf on it. Many of the Pokemon who switch into Togekiss expecting to outspeed it are quickly worn down by repeated attacks and possibly flinched to death. Combine this with an arsenal of respectable attacks, good coverage, and Serene Grace and Togekiss can be a dangerous threat to your opponent. Choice Scarf Togekiss can even make for a decent lead, shutting down many common leads right off the bat by flinching them to death with Air Slash. It also has access to Trick, which enables it to cripple common Stealth Rock users such as Swampert and Metagross right off the bat.
Air Slash is chosen for its flinch rate and STAB, while Aura Sphere is chosen for the excellent secondary coverage it provides. Fire Blast is recommended in the third slot to guarantee the 2HKO on standard Bronzong and the OHKO on standard Skarmory. Flamethrower is a viable alternative to Fire Blast for the added accuracy, but the lost OHKOs are a letdown. Trick is recommended in the final slot to cripple popular switch-ins to this Togekiss, namely Blissey, who will otherwise easily wall Togekiss. However, many other moves could be used as well, such as Tri Attack, Shadow Ball, and Hidden Power Ice.Team Options & Additional Comments >>>
Togekiss is a member of the elite group of Pokemon to not only learn Nasty Plot, but also be able to Baton Pass it. Using this set is very straightforward; set up a Nasty Plot or two, Air Slash and Roost as necessary, and then pass it to the appropriate recipient when someone appears who Togekiss can't beat.
Air Slash is for mandatory STAB and flinch abuse on Togekiss, and when backed by a Nasty Plot can do some serious damage to its opponents. Air Slash also prevents Togekiss from becoming Taunt bait. Encore is an option in the third slot, though, because it can force a switch and give you a free turn of setup. If you can cover for being Taunt bait, then it may prove useful for switching into the likes of Swampert's Earthquake. Roost rounds out the set in the last slot by keeping Togekiss healthy and able to pass at any point during a match. Wish can be used over Roost to support the team and the recipient better, but Togekiss will be worn down fast without the instant recovery in Roost.Team Options & Additional Comments >>>
Togekiss's ability to support the team is amplified when it has Encore and Wish in its arsenal. The strategy is to come in on a set-up or support move and Encore it, likely forcing a switch. While Togekiss is out it can also Encore faster Pokemon, which requires lots of prediction but can have huge payoffs. These situations allow Togekiss to assist the team by setting up Wish and then proceeding to pass it to a counter for the current opposing Pokemon while not having to worry about being taken out. If one chooses not to Wish, it's possible to simply abuse the free turn to paralyze an incoming Pokemon with either Body Slam or Thunder Wave. Forcing a switch can also allow one of your sweepers to come in unharmed, set up, and cause havoc for your opponent. Roost is an option over Wish if none of Togekiss's teammates are Rapid Spinners, as Stealth Rock damage can really pile up on it. However, Roost greatly cuts down on Togekiss's ability to support the team, meaning that Wish is preferable for this particular set.
Air Slash and Aura Sphere allow for a neutral hit on every single Pokemon, barring Zapdos and Rotom. Air Slash, a powerful STAB attack, can also help Togekiss to keep some Wish recovery for itself due to the 60% flinch chance on slower Pokemon. Aura Sphere is not a requirement, though, as this Togekiss is not meant to sweep, reducing the need for type coverage. Body Slam or Thunder Wave can take its spot to paralyze incoming Pokemon, as mentioned earlier. The choice depends on whether the team has more of a problem with speedy Ghost-types, such as Gengar, or Pokemon immune to Electric-type moves, such as Jolteon or Flygon.Team Options & Additional Comments >>>
Other Options
Being a Normal-type, Togekiss's movepool is quite vast, and therefore it has many options to utilize. Togekiss can set up dual screens in order to better support its team. While a set like this is largely outclassed by other Pokemon, such as Bronzong and Uxie, Togekiss's Normal / Flying typing can give it a unique niche as a dual screener; its Stealth Rock weakness is disappointing, however. Grass Knot is also a solid choice to wear down Ground- and Water-types, such as Hippowdon and Swampert. Unfortunately, it is often hard to find a place for it on a set. Yawn can be used to force switches, and considering that Togekiss is usually used with entry hazard support, you can find yourself racking up big damage against an opponent. Counter can be used to take out physical attackers, although if you predict incorrectly, the results could be unfavorable. Tri Attack can be used as a secondary source of special STAB, but it gets poor neutral coverage with Air Slash.
For most Togekiss sets, capitalizing on its impressive bulk is a must. That's why it is usually a good idea to maximize Togekiss's HP. However, if you are using a more offensive set, like the Choice Scarf variant, then a simple 4 HP / 252 SpA / 252 Spe spread works just fine as well. 104 Speed EVs can be used to outrun Adamant Tyranitar, but you can just as easily use more Speed in order to beat Jolly non-Choice Scarf variants. Taking advantage of Togekiss's awesome Special Attack is always a good idea, so if you find yourself with spare EVs, dumping them in Special Attack won't hurt.
Checks and Counters
Status seriously cripples basically all variants of Togekiss. Blissey and Cresselia come to mind as the best choices to abuse this weakness, taking pittance from Togekiss's attacks and being able to heal off any damage taken while threatening paralysis or poison. Lanturn can also come in on Togekiss with its resistance to Air Slash and threaten it with Thunder Wave.
A few other defensive and offensive Pokemon alike stand out for being able to switch into Togekiss with relative impunity. Zapdos resists both Air Slash and Aura Sphere, and with its greater Speed stat can set up a Substitute before being hit by Thunder Wave. Jolteon or Electivire can come in on a predicted Air Slash or Thunder Wave and immediately threaten Togekiss. Rotom-A can also switch in safely as it is immune to Aura Sphere and resists Air Slash. All of these Pokemon have high-power, super effective attacks and status moves that threaten Togekiss. Bronzong also takes little damage from Air Slash and paralysis causes its Gyro Ball to hit harder.


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brand new build. has 8gb ram from crucial. 1333 4x2gb . after about 15 minutes it will randomly reboot. little frustrating since i dont know what to do. ive read a few other postings and the issue seems to be the ram. but my ram seems to be compatible. any help will be GREATLY appreciated.
Just to be 100% sure, may I, please, have the make and part# of the memory modules you're using on the Intel(R) Desktop Board DP55KG.
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thank you for your response
#1 guess 15 minutes is just about right to over heat the processor if the heatsink is not makeing a cood contact and with enought therimal compond (since you just built this unit)
#2 guess A bad dimm is a posibility. assuming more than 1 dimm, you may want to reduce to 1 dimm and test it to see if the failure goes away. They start adding or swapping in the other dimms till the problem comes back.
#3 what is the system doing when it reboots? Try booting into buis set-up and just let it sit and see if it reboots when not in the OS.
If it only reboots while in the OS, update the BIOS & Firmware, then check to make sure you have the newest drivers installed. allof which should be on the support page for this board.
Good luck
I checked and confirm Crucial* CT2KIT25664BA1339 is not among our tested memory lists; see the following URL:
Crucial does validate it, though:
Still, if you could, if it's withing your possibility, try with any of our tested memory.
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"First quarter earnings season may be the single most difficult period of the year to make money," said Cramer.
That's because the cross currents created by the need for CEOs to temper enthusiasm and the possibility that the seasonably strong fourth quarter, which we typically get from technology and bank stocks, could mark a peak.
And Cramer thinks Q1 in 2013 could be particularly problematic with the debt ceiling overhang giving CEOs an opportunity to be especially downbeat in order to reset the bar.
Considering these factors, Cramer thinks this earnings season could be the most difficult one in years.
"With that said, I am going to be listening for a lot more than just quarterly reports," revealed the Mad Money host. Here's what's on his radar.
"Monday we'll try to get a read on one of my favorite groups, biotech and pharma, as JP Morgan kicks off its most important conference of the year, the Health Care Confab," said Cramer.
"You know what I want to hear?
Celgene speaks at 11am and I expect them to they tell a miraculous story of upcoming approvals. I've stuck with this one and I don't expect to hear any reason to sell."
"Then at 2:30pm I look forward to hearing from another one of my favorites, Biogen Idec, which defied all expectations when it had to withdraw its once promising anti-ALS drug due to lack of efficacy. Yet the stock barely dropped. I think that's because there's so much else here to like," said Cramer.
TUESDAY JANUARY 8th
Tuesday the market hears from two important companies.
"First is Monsanto in the morning. I think of Monsanto as basically a biotech company for seeds -- and a darned good one. It's helping to feed the world and it's got all sorts of drought resistant and bug resistant seeds that give farmers a much better result. But the stock has rallied huge and I fear a pullback no matter what they say," said Cramer.
Also, Alcoa reports.
On the positive side, "Alcoa stock has performed so poorly that it's almost hard to imagine a scenario where it could go down more. Also, Alcoa's got a lot going for it in its major business lines."
However on the negative side, "it also has to contend with a glut of its raw product, aluminum, and that could constrain margins."
"All told, I wouldn't bet against Alcoa this year," said Cramer.
On Wednesday Cramer intends to take a break from earnings and instead focus on one thing - Walgreen's analyst day.
"The drug store stocks have been magnificent performers of late and I have been waiting for Walgreen to unveil its multi-year, multi-country initiative now that it's put their tiff with Express Scripts in the rear-view mirror."
"This might be the moment it will do so. Given the strength of global markets, it's international strategy might be just what investors want to hear. I like this story."
Another analyst meeting is sure to grab headlines on Thursday – this one is with Herbalife.
"I expect they will go on the offensive, telling us why Bill Ackman's dead wrong for shorting this distributor of nutritional supplements that has, to be fair, put up great number after great number for years now," said Cramer.
"The CEO, Michael Johnson, may be the most combative and articulate and passionate of any exec I know, and I bet he takes the offensive against those motivated to destroy his company."
"Where do I come out on Herbalife? As I've said many times, I do not participate in battlegrounds, and this is perhaps the biggest battleground I've ever seen," said Cramer.
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In addition Cramer will have an ear perked toward Chevron.
"This terrific international oil company was one of the worst performers in the Dow," explained Cramer. "It just never came together for them, even though they generated a huge amount of cash."
"My trust owns the stock because of the yield and because of its production growth, but the smart move has been to wait until the company talks and then buy the stock after it gets hammered from the outlook, which seemingly has been the case forever as these updates always appear to sound more bearish than they actually are."
On Friday Cramer intends to sift through the quarterly report from Wells Fargo very carefully.
"Wells has become a hated bank, with critics talking about runaway expenses, shrinking net interest margins and severe overvaluation," said Cramer.
"Let me say this, if interest rates are indeed going higher in this country, Wells Fargo might well be the greatest investor ATM of the era. Its reach is magnificent. And its management is superb, which is why I continue to pour money into it for my charitable trust."
However Cramer doesn't expect the market to share his view. He thinks the Street will be disappointed with the quarter.
"Therefore, I would wait and buy Wells Fargo after it gets hammered," he said.
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Billy Graham has gotten weaker since he celebrated his 95th birthday at a celebrity-studded party last month in Asheville, but he is not in any imminent danger, and his vital signs are quite good, Graham spokesman Mark DeMoss told the Observer in an email on Sunday.
DeMoss, citing Grahams medical and personal staff, said Graham has not been as strong lately as he was at the Nov. 7 party at the Omni Grove Park Inn, but that his health is not as dire as some news reports have suggested.
Those reports were reacting to recent comments by Franklin Graham, son of the Charlotte-born evangelist.
On Friday, he told WSOC-TV that his fathers health had declined to such an extent that he wasnt sure the elder Graham, usually an avid TV news watcher, was aware that Nelson Mandela had died on Thursday at age 95.
He got an infection right after his birthday, and he just hasnt been able to get his strength back, Franklin Graham told the Charlotte TV station. His vitals are good. Hes just extremely weak. Youre always concerned when somebodys that age.
The younger Graham added that his father was resting at his Montreat home and that, I know that he would appreciate your prayers.
Billy Graham has spent time in the hospital twice in recent months.
On Nov. 20, nearly two weeks after his birthday, he was admitted to Mission Hospital in Asheville for respiratory congestion. After his release two days later, Dr. William Hathaway, the hospitals chief medical officer, said Graham was alert and in good spirits during his stay. We were pleased with the results of Mr. Grahams evaluation.
On Oct. 22, Graham was also taken to Mission Hospital for a precautionary pulmonary test. He was back at his Montreat home two days after that.
Grahams private birthday party last month attracted more than 800 people, including former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, real estate tycoon Donald Trump, media mogul Rupert Murdoch and pastor-author Rick Warren.
In connection with his 95th birthday, Graham offered, on video, what could be his last public message. The video, called The Cross, was shown at the party and has been widely televised and shown in gatherings in church members homes around the country.
In the video, partly taped at his Montreat home, Graham called for a spiritual reawakening in the United States.
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Renovation Inspiration: 3 Inspiring Philadelphia Kitchens
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Which would you choose??
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Love the first kitchen! #2 seems too monochromatic. I'd love #3 if it were a bit less shabby-chic and a bit more Brooklyn loft-like. But everyone's tastes are different.
The floor in that first kitchen is stunning. Is that herringbone slate?
The third is beautiful - it's just what I think of when I imagine Philly, the place where I grew up. Brick everywhere, historic/antique details that are quirky and modern at the same time, and a sort of "worn in" favorite-pair-of-shoes vibe, like you can always come back again. Absolutely perfect!
Where are these stools from? They are amazing!
I like them all but #2 has a built in coffee maker, so #2.
I'd take #2 in a heartbeat. Clean lines and lots of storage. I like #1, but wouldn't be able to shoehorn even half my gadgets into its limited space. And #3 is just not my style.
No.1 is my favourite; especially the stools and dining chairs; can anyone tell me what brand they are?
Love # 3! So cozy and with the additional benefit of the word "imperfection"
Woo-hoo, this Mt Airy resident loves #1. (LOVE THE STOOLS)
I like the look of #1 best, but not nearly enough convenient storage for me, unless it's hidden somewhere. #2 has enough storage, but is a bit too sterile (love the globes, though). #3 ... I used to do antique, but not anymore.
None are really winners. #1 has an insipid 'Better Homes & Gardens look. #3 seems like shabby grunge. That leaves #2; ok but the globes looked cool for about three seconds.
I am desperate for the stools in kitchen 1. That kitchen makes me smile!
Number 3! The weird dark blue glass in the cabinets doesn't seem to go with the rest of the feel (imo), so I would put frosted glass or regular wood in, but otherwise it is PERFECT. Open shelves, farmhouse sink, exposed brick... drool!
The stools in the first seem to be Perch stools from "From the Source." We drove up to Brooklyn to try them out, but they are incredibly uncomfortable and we couldn't get ourselves to buy them despite how adorable they are.
All of these three kitchen i like the most is #2,i don't want the kitchen so much stuff, it's so suffocating. And number 3 designed by Niko Dyshniku its kind a classic and warmth. #1 it feels like you were in 70's show.
I am surprised you didn't include #1 from the original article. To me, that is the most beautiful and unique of all 4 featured.
I'd take No 3! It is so warm and unique. Love the brick wall, the cabinets, and the sink!
http://ftsny.myshopify.com/collections/all is the link to those stools


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About half of Hickory Tech's sales come from Enventis, a regional provider of Internet protocol (IP) transport and enterprise communications services, has more than 300 business customers. It is a Gold Certified Partner of Cisco Systems.
Unfavorable economic conditions contributed to Hickory Tech's revenues falling by about 9% in 2009. Still, the company posted its biggest profit in six years. A reduction of accrued income taxes, which related to the expiration of a statute of limitations, added $4.5 million to net income in 2009.
To return to growth in 2010 and future years, Hickory Tech outlines several strategic tipping points. The company will continue to leverage its Hickory Tech brand, offsetting the decline in telecom network access and local services (marking the widespread decline in landline customers) by offering such value-added services as higher-speed Internet access and local content. Hickory Tech also will develop and deploy advanced communications technologies, grow monthly recurring revenue services through business-to-business sales, maintain stable cash flows from operations and disciplined capital spending, and grow through select strategic initiatives (including acquisitions).
Carrying out part of those plans, Hickory Tech bought Fargo, North Dakota-based metro fiber network provider IdeaOne Telecom in a deal valued at about $28 million. In 2010 Hickory Tech had extended its fiber network to Fargo, and this purchase will give the company access to 3,600 customers in that market that are about evenly split between business and residential. Hickory Tech is continuing a broadband stimulus route build-out to Fargo from Brainerd, Minnesota that will further improve the company's ability to serve Fargo customers.
In 2009 Hickory Tech acquired Computer Pro Inc., dba CP Telecom, for $6.6 million. CP Telecom is a facilities-based telecom services provider in the Twin Cities and northern Minnesota. It became part of the Enventis organization.
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The history of the New Orleans Pelicans is one of the more peculiar stories to come out of the NBA. The New Orleans Pelicans began life as the Charlotte Hornets, and were housed in the then-extant Charlotte Coliseum. The team drafted Larry Johnson in 1991 and Alonzo Mourning in 1992 to help team reach their first successes. Glen Rice also chipped in, but the Hornets never made a deep playoff run and ranked 29th in attendance by the turn of the century. In response, the NBA initiated a deal to move the team to New Orleans, while almost counterintuitively promising a new team for Charlotte (the Bobcats).
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Friday, October 12, 2007
New Gluten Free Trader Joe' Products
I haven't posted much because I have been spending all of my time on my artwork and getting ready to make prints and set up my online shop. I am so excited!
Also I have been still going strong on my all sugar free candida diet. It is going good. I can't believe how much my body felt the withdrawal of sugar especially because the only sugar I had was honey, agave, maple syrup, dried fruits and fruits. I had a kinds of symptoms and was kind of surprised. It just reinforced how sensitive my body is to sugars. I have also been trying to figure out what foods I am intolerant to by rotating them and watching my symptoms. It's not that easy to figure out this way. But so far I am sure that at this time soy, chocolate, peanuts and sesame oil and possibly walnuts give me migraines. Brown rice in any form gives me acid reflux and makes my throat hurt as does coffee. Dairy makes me congested and makes my skin break out as does sugar. Ah, do you want to be me ? :)
Actually all this doesn't even bother me. I don't feel like "poor me" at all. I am just glad I am trying new foods and so many of them are delicious like those turkey lettuce wraps or those buckwheat carob pancakes or that pumpkin squash and sweet potato soup. I feel like I am cooking better than ever. I am learning that when cooking farm fresh foods and "healthy" foods spices are key- the fresher the better and freshly roasted and ground the best. Maybe in the future I'll get a chance to post some photos and recipes.
Be healthy!
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- weslouie said...
I have to comment about those turkey lettuce wraps that J made the other day.
When I ate them, I was almost knocked onto the floor by the gargantuan amount of flavor that was in that turkey. It was incredible. So incredible that J was nice enough to replicate the dish an hour or so later so that I could bring some to work with me.
It tasted just as great the next day.
We use all kinds of spices and herbs all the time. We have so many because we cook all kinds of cuisine from all over and it's really nice to experiment with different flavor combinations.
Spices can definitely elevate a normal-sounding dish into something exciting and magical to the palate.
- October 12, 2007 at 11:19 PM
- Karina said...
Hey there- Thinking of you (and understanding exactly what you're going through!).
Hang in there, Babycakes! ;)
- October 16, 2007 at 10:41 AM
trader joe's pacific southwest has great new flourless chocolate walnut cookies
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The X.org project's X server uses udev instead of HAL on Linux and introduces a configuration directory.
Keith Packard, responsible for graphics support at Intel, announced the new version of the X server on the xorg-announce mailing list. He describes the move to udev as a massive change: the X server gives preference to udev over HAL as a device manager if it finds the libudev library in the system. Part of the library is the 10-evdev.conf configuration file from which udev draws the data to load the X driver as the input device.
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The 6.5 MB compressed tar archive is available for download from the x.org website, and the download file also includes the detailed changelog. Explanations for the changes are in Packard's announcement and the blogspot entry from the time of the release candidate in January from developer Peter Hutterer.
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Accepted Offer
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I applied online and the process took 6 weeks - interviewed at Enterprise Rent-A-Car in March 2014.
Interview Details Phone screening- an HR rep called and asked general questions regarding past sales experience, customer service experience, education and outlined the position duties and salary. Pretty relaxed, more just confirming what my resume said and getting a feel for phone communication skills.
Interview at Local Branch- After the phone screening I received an interview at the nearest branch with the branch manager and the regional manager. They were very friendly and relaxed. They seemed tired as I was their last interview of the day. A bunch of situational questions like Name a time when.... or Have you ever..... pretty generic questions. I think they were just looking for someone who they could work well with, who is fun and had a friendly open personality. I told a few jokes and funny stories and they seemed to really like that. It was nice having the interview with two people in management positions it was a lot more personal than past interviews I have had, it gave me a good sense of where I could end up if I chose to stay with he company and work my way up through the ranks. One of the better interviews I have ever had, it was pleasant, relaxed and fun.
Interview Question – Name a time when you have disliked someone and had to work with them, how did you deal with it?
When have you set goals and how did you meet them? what happened once your goals were reached? Answer Question
Negotiation Details – No negotiation. Training required travel.
Accepted Offer
Negative Experience
Easy Interview
I applied through college or university and the process took 4 days - interviewed at Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
Interview Details Meet with HR manager, Rental executive and an Area manager ( is the one making the final decision on your hiring process). Overall get called for three different in-person interviews. Pretty much they all stare at you with a blank face.
Interview Question – Why did you graduate in a non-business related degree? Answer Question
No Offer
Positive Experience
Difficult Interview
I applied online and the process took 3 weeks - interviewed at Enterprise Rent-A-Car in March 2014.
Interview Details I had applied online through indeed.com and had to fill out the basic..."why do you believe you are qualified for this job" questions. I then received an email requesting a phone interview. When I called for the phone screening, the HR recruiter asked simple questions pertaining to my qualifications and my career expectations. He then asked if I would be willing to come in for a face-to-face interview and explained the interview process.
The First Interview...
I was there for about 1.5 hours and had to bring my drivers abstract as well as a resume. The HR manager was a very personable guy and easy to talk to. He asked me questions about my experience in a leadership role, examples of my ability in sales and how I would rate myself in a sales position. (He later told me anything less than an 8 would not cut it... do not sell yourself short) After the interview, he provided me with feedback about how he thought the interview went and offered me to go through to the second interview. I also asked questions about the day-to-day duties for the position. We ended up sitting there talking about his experience, which was a very positive one, when he went through the same process.
The Second Interview
I have not yet gone for my second interview with the local branch manager but have it scheduled for this Thursday. I have been reading the feedback on glassdoor and have found it very helpful in preparing. The email I received with all the details for the second interview contained tips for the second interview. These tips included to be very social and outgoing during the observation period of the interview. The observation period is when a manager will show you around, ask you questions and introduce you to other employees. They say to come prepared with questions and a social attitude. Stand out and introduce yourself, shake employees hands and ask questions. After the observation, I will go in for my interview and they apparently ask basic questions similar to the first interview but expect you to really sell yourself and have your best examples ready to go about; leaderships, sales experience, competitiveness etc. I am quite excited.. and nervous about the intensity of the interview but overall have a great feeling about this company. They seem to treat their employees with respect and offer great learning and promotional opportunities.
Interview Question – Give examples of when you have portrayed a competitive attitude in a sales position. View Answer
Declined Offer
Negative Experience
Difficult Interview
I applied online and the process took 2 weeks - interviewed at Enterprise Rent-A-Car in March 2014.
Interview Details I submitted my resume and cover letter to their resume and got a call back pretty quickly. They were willing to wait over 4 weeks for me to attend their first interview as I was away. I thought this indicated that they recruit on a rolling basis- i.e. continually.
First interview was with a junior recruiter, didn't appear to be much older than me (early 20's). Asked me pretty basic questions, strengths, weaknesses, why I was interested in the programme and explained the pay and hours to me. She said that the 48 hour work week never changes, and she had been there for five years. She also asked me why I was interested in working for Enterprise if I had a B.Sc. in Communication and a M.Sc. in Management - what did Science have to do with Management? I nearly laughed in her face but managed to explain, politely, that the "Science" bit just reflected the technical aspect of the degrees, and in no way made me a scientist.
Second interview was with her boss, HR manager. This was a more difficult interview. He asked me more about my previous experiences and career expectations. I was there 1.5 hours. He expressed concern that I was overqualified for the position and would tire of having to clean cars in freezing weather, even though they were promising promotion to Assistant Manager within a year. He gave me the weekend to think about moving forward, I replied to him that I wanted to go ahead with the third interview, since I had earned it.
Third interview was with the actual Unit Manager where I would be working. I had some choice in the location. Third interview was much quicker than the second, but again more challenging than the first. He too expressed concern that I was overqualified, and would not be comfortable taking orders from managers who had little to no postsecondary education.
Be aware: This is sold as a "management" trainee position. It is not. You will be renting cars, cleaning cars, picking up cars. You will nothing more than a regular employee.
Interview Question – Would you be comfortable working under managers who have less education than you? Answer Question
Reason for Declining – The pay offered was just too low, the work week far too long, and work completely unrelated to what I studied.
No Offer
Positive Experience
I applied online and the process took 2 weeks - interviewed at Enterprise Rent-A-Car in March 2013.
Interview Details interview 1: basic behavioural questions, questions pertaining to background, sales experience, some situational questions. They want to know how outgoing you are, can you sell? Basically that is what, you have to sell your selling ability.
Accepted Offer
Positive Experience
Average Interview
I applied through other source and the process took 2 weeks - interviewed at Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
Interview Details Initially contacted due to resume posting on Monster.com. I interviewed with a HR generalist at the Toronto Head Office and discussed the program and potential career paths at the company. Advice was given on how to show professionalism in subsequent interviews and resume areas to touch on. Second interview was done with an Area Manager at the company. He was very intense, professional, and sharp but managed to make the interview very comfortable. My impression of him was very positive and gave me a great idea of the calibre of Enterprise's employees. Third interview was with a Group Rental Manager (City Manager) and was more relaxed than the previous one. He gave me a brief background of his experience with the company and his connection with their values. Our interaction was very pleasant and sealed my impression and commitment to the company if I was to be offered the position.
Interview Question – In my second interview with the Area Rental Manager, we talked about competitiveness and the desire to succeed. He inquired if I was an athlete or enjoyed professional and casual sport. We connected because we shared the same favourite sports team. He was confident he could name every player on their current unofficial roster but was not convinced that I could. View Answer
Negotiation Details – Not much was left to negotiation. They try and ensure all trainees are in similar positions in terms of job responsibility and compensation. They did have strict code for dress and appearance (shaving etc). I communicated a few minor issues I had with shaving often and side effects (razor bumps etc). I asked if I could shave on a less intensive schedule to remedy this and they were understanding.
Accepted Offer
Positive Experience
Easy Interview
I applied online and the process took 3 weeks - interviewed at Enterprise Rent-A-Car in April 2010.
Interview Details 3 interviews, 1st with HR generalist, 2nd with Area Manager, 3rd with Group Manager.
Interview Question – Standard sales interview questions, nothing out of the ordinary. Answer Question
Negotiation Details – No negotiation.
Accepted Offer
Neutral Experience
Very Easy Interview
I applied through an employee referral and the process took 3 weeks - interviewed at Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
Interview Details 3 step interview process. First with HR, second with an area manager, and the third with a branch manager. Very simple process. There is a high turnover rate so as long as you can talk, there shouldn't be too much trouble landing a job.
Interview Question – No difficult questions. Very standard job interview. Later I was told that if they felt like they could have a beer with me socially, I was in. Just be nice. Answer Question
Negotiation Details – No negotiating. Everyone gets the same standard market rate for the geographic area you are working in.
No Offer
Neutral Experience
Interviewed at Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Interview Details Applied online and was phoned the next day to do a phone interview. I was asked several questions, and then invited to attend an in-person interview. That interview lasted an hour and I was asked numerous questions (often repetitive) to assess my personality.
Interview Question – Lots of "name a time when..." that got quite exhausting after a while. Answer Question
Accepted Offer
Positive Experience
Easy Interview
I applied online and the process took 2 weeks - interviewed at Enterprise Rent-A-Car in March 2013.
Interview Details I applied online, got an e-mail the next day by a recruiter asking me for a phone interview. I prepared a little bit. The phone interview was just to see if I had half a brain. Then I got another e-mail for a face to face interview with the same recruiter. In my preparation, I picked up tips from friends who worked or had worked at ERAC. I got lost on my way to the interview, I called the recruiter and she was very nice about it and helped me find my way. It was an easy interview and I nailed it right up front by apologizing for being 10 minutes late, not making excuses and saying that it was unfortunate because it could cost me a job that i really wanted.
I got called in for a second interview with my future branch manager and the city manager. It was a lot harder than I expected. They asked me a lot more about how I though people viewed me and gave me the ''sell me my pen'' routine. I didn't know what to think when I left the interview, especially since they did not give me a definitive answer.
Finally, the recruiter gave me a last call: I was to meet with the group rental manager. I truly think he is a great man. He was in his early 30's and had this old business feel to how he behave, which convinced me I was in the right place. We talked about his family and his recent move from area manager to group rental manager. He showed me pictures of his kids. He basically asked me the same questions everybody else did. When he asked me if I had any questions, I asked him what type of candidate he was looking for. Basically, this was his answer: "well, you pretty much fit into what we are looking for, does working at ERAC interests you?" I said yes, we shook hands and that was it.
Interview Question – The city manager asked me to sell him his pen. View Answer
Negotiation Details – No negociation, compensation negociation begins when you are assistant manager.
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Use your favorite broom to sweep debris from high traffic areas like the kitchen or mudroom then kick the Deco Sweep Inlet switch and dirt & dust will be carried away to the vacuum. Fast to operate, simple to connect and reliable to own. The sweep inlet was originally called "the automatic dust pan" because it easily did away with the dirty and time consuming task of using a dust pan to collect the debris for disposal into the garbage can. A sweep inlet is often mounted in the base of cabinet or can be mounted into a regular stud wall. Connected with tubing to the main central vacuum the Deco Sweep Inlet activates the suction and opens an airflow valve by user operated toe switch. The Deco Sweep Inlet requires just a couple seconds to suction away debris and dust that is swept into the inlet.
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Standard installation requires a minimum 2.25" of space in the toe-kick area for cabinet installations. A 6.75" long and 1.75" tall slot is notched in the cabinet base against the floor. For in-wall installations the footer stud must also be removed to allow installation directly against the floor as well as removal of the baseboard. Along with the suction connection the low-voltage control wire from the power unit is attached to two screws on top of the inlet. Sweep inlets are dry-fit using a friction connection and do not use glue.
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Scheduling error – I scheduled a massage and left my phone number. I checked in and sat there for 10 minutes. Then they came out and said they had made a scheduling error, the therapist wasn't even there, could I come back in an hour when another therapist was coming in. They apologized.
Poor Spa Service – So I just moved to the Chestnut Hill area and decided to try Spa Elysium for a quick waxing service. Well, it not a great spa. It's in a basement. While walking down the stairs, a bucket is catching a water leak. Seriously, is this an upscale salon and spa. The restroom door does not lock. My waxing woman was very out of it. Not sure if she was tired," HIGH", or just not feeling well. She was moving very slow because she hurt her back or something, not sure what she said because her back was towards me. So why are you at work! My brows are terrible, I would not suggest anyone to go here. The service was not worth $18. Any suggestions regarding where to go for great brows? Please tell me!
Natalie: the best color, cut, and style! – I am very particular when it comes to my hair, and so is Natalie. I have long, curly, dark hair, and she makes it a non-brassy blonde and gives me just enough low lights to make it natural. she also blows out my hair with body and no frizz! she takes the time to make sure it's completely dry, so that it lasts.
great stylist – Spa Elysium offers great services. They make it so easy with weeknight hours as well as hours on Sunday! They also carry great products and gift ideas.
RELAX!!! – Spa Elysium is an oasis away from home. I had a facial (excellent and relaxing!) and a wonderful massage from head to toe. It concluded with a warm, moist towel on my back. Both professionals were excellent at their skill and very accomodating.
I would recommend Spa Elysium to anyone who needs a hiatus from the stress of everyday life. It's conveniently located and reasonably priced. I can't wait to go back!
Not worth it – I went to this spa for a prenatal massage, and a blowdry/flatiron. The massage was okay, but when it was time for me to get my hair done, they only shampooed it once, and it was some guy who just rubbed on my head. He didnt even comb the conditioner through, which I am used to. Then I guess the shampoo girl blew dry my hair, but the technique she used I did not like at all. She didnt seperate my hair, she just used a big brush and brushed it wild while blowdrying it, tangling it.
My stylist Renee, I was not impressed at all. I think I heard her say that she didnt feel like doing all that hair (mine) I did not tip, and I def will not be back and will not recommend this place to anyone. They just rushed the whole process. I was not impressed at all.
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GREAT spa! – Angie does a great job waxing eyebrows! Mine have never looked as full or even as they do now! Another pro....this salon seems to keep its employees unlike others in the area. They've got my business!
Natalie for cut & color – Natalie has been coloring and cutting my hair for many years. My highlights always look natural--never brassy or obvious. She listens to what I ask for and then recommends how that will work with my hair type. I would recommend her to anyone!
It's ALL about Rachel – Rachel is professional. She's always on time and she makes my hair look great. She takes time to talk to me about my 'look'. I'm in my '50's and she takes a decade off me everytime I go.
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All over campus on Friday, October 19, students were wearing the color pink. On Saturday, both the Boys' and Girls' Varsity soccer teams will wear pink jerseys in their games against Governor's Academy for St. Mark's Family Weekend. All this is in support of the Coaches vs. Cancer program, co-sponsored by the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches. At St. Mark's, the effort was spearheaded by the Coach Neil Cifuentes and his Boys' Varsity soccer players.
"I was thinking about what kind of community service the team could do," said Coach Cifuentes, in his sixth season at the helm of the Boys' Varsity soccer program. "I had lost two of my favorite people to cancer, including my Uncle Bill this past spring. He was one of the most influential men in my life and his death was a blow to my family." Cifuentes decided to present the idea of supporting Coaches vs. Cancer to his players. "I was surprised and very pleased by their reaction," he said. "They were so totally enthusiastic about the project."
The St. Mark's soccer players sold 280 pink "Hope, Love, Cure" t-shirts to raise money to fight cancer. The Girls' Varsity soccer players joined with the boys, and every player on each team purchased their own pink St. Mark's soccer jersey to wear in this Saturday's games. It was truly an endeavor which brought together St. Mark's athletes from several different teams and in different sports, as V Former Charlotte Clayson, a field hockey player, designed the shirts.
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it is a pavilion .... by tee #1 at Mobile Municipal (Langan) Park Original Courseby Flyerbud - SN Tournament Information
and some for beakfast.... muni gold must have been very hungry!!! MattiO's 48 is the best score there ever in long position by 4 strokes.. and the best in the world were here last fall!! Nice job Mattby Flyerbud - SN Tournament Information
What a payout!!!!!!!!!! boom sauce..by Flyerbud - SN Tournament Information
yes,10,yes,no,yes, HECK yes!!!!!!by Flyerbud - General Discussion
come to Mobile and do New Orleans .... Municipal in Mobile and City Park in NO ,,, two biggest disc golf communities in the deep south ... Memphis is a good choice as well ... good to see you back out!!!by Flyerbud - General Discussion
so if it is a $10,000 tourney you must add $2500 dollars and cover the costs of the event??? That is asking a lot, and more than a PDGA A-tier... are you guys sure about these numbers???by Flyerbud - General Discussion
must have points from the 2013-2014 season.by Flyerbud - General Discussion
Good job on helping out a "friend".. that is what it is all about ... thoughts and prayers he and his family... Southside BOOM ..by Flyerbud - SN Tournament Information
well, they can not use them around here without getting busted!!!!!!by Flyerbud - SN Tournament Information
pretty nice dungeon .... did you decorate it yourself????? lolby Flyerbud - Non-SN Events
alter - Nate...... lolby Flyerbud - SN Tournament Information
well you rubbed their faces in it enough to get a reaction from them, Kernman.... looking forward to this year's POG!!!!!by Flyerbud - Non-SN Events
$25 is too much for Jrs... we should be letting them play for close to free to grow the sport!!!!by Flyerbud - SN Tournament Information
you also run into the fact that you can't practice on the courses while rounds are being played, so pros would be screwed unless they came early, then sat around til Sunday.... playing on Monday is a BAD idea!!!! BAD... BAD...BADby Flyerbud - General Discussion
If it all went away, the thing that would be missed by one and all is the camaraderie and sense of being a part of something, many friendships and good deeds have come from the contact brought by the SN series !! it would be a shame to see it go.......by Flyerbud - General Discussion
back to the earth, may you rest in peace..... we will toast you at the BHM tourney this year!!!!by Flyerbud - General Discussion
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OMGby Flyerbud - General Discussion
ESP is right..... the "potheads" have been around seen the beginning of disc golf.... now the Nazis want to come and push them out!!!!! All we need is discretion ... and we have NONE of that on both sides...... kernanwasright ..... I feel a bumper sticker coming on!!! PS Jazz... it is not illegal in all states, but it is illegal by FEDERAL law, so you are half right!!by Flyerbud - General Discussion
he gone.......by Flyerbud - General Discussion
Rivers is bringing his basket..by Flyerbud - General Discussion
the launch of the first discs is coming up quick! matt posted a thankyou/goodbye to Innova on his facebook page.... another dancer joins the party!!!!!! It is all about the plastic/money????? LoLby Flyerbud - General Discussion
yes...Esse won!!! then won dubs Sunday morning and then aced in the sunday toss.... can you say streak!! Nice job Riv....by Flyerbud - SN Tournament Information
Rivers busts a -8 on the Oaks... record??? for that 18... think so! go Esseby Flyerbud - SN Tournament Information
mini basket*** ..... 1 ... will bring!by Flyerbud - General Discussion
I don't think it will be SN sanctioned either ... oh well, won't be the last.by Flyerbud - SN Tournament Information
This topic should be movedby Flyerbud - General Discussion
Good to see a second tourney at this course!!!! Everyone spread the word .... make this a lasting tradition .by Flyerbud - SN Tournament Information
The complete results are on the PDGA website.....by Flyerbud - SN Tournament Information
Big turnout..... huge group played a round for Travis and Turbo aced #12.... believed to be the last hole Travis aced!!!! (it would seem that his spirit was with us) Nice good job Mobile of seeing Big Texas off.... we will see you again brother, we will see you again! Prayers and thoughts for Diana and his family ... may you somehow find peace in this time of sorrow.by Flyerbud - General Discussion


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Boxing and advertising -Down for the count?
AdAge did an interesting story about waning interest in professional boxing by corporate sponsors. Specifically, the piece is about one-time welterweight champion, Floyd Mayweather. He, as you may know, also did a turn on Dancing with the Stars. Mayweather still commands huge paydays in the ring –some 75 million for his last bout- but advertisers by and large remain indifferent to him.
In his piece, Jeremy Mullman cites continuous bad publicity and corruption as primary reasons for the sport's diminishing popularity, in particular with advertisers. The onset of Ultimate Fighting into the mainstream is another. The "sweet science" is being upgraded by fighting that is both more brutal and more technical. Call it fighting 2.0.
Boxing has always been an enigma to me. In my early twenties I adored it. I suppose a lot of men did. Fighters like Hector "Macho" Camacho ruled the ring and Wide World of Sports. Remember that? Ali had long since retired but, of course, his nemesis, George Foreman was still banging heads and then began selling grills as well. We all know Mike Tyson. Big personalities and badass boxers as well.
For whatever reasons, boxing seems antiquated now. Something from another time, like the afternoon paper, playing cards or …advertising?
I wonder if there are lessons in this for us in Adland. Perhaps the sweet science of "persuasive communication" could learn from boxing's downturn. Farfetched? Think about it. We too are being encroached by more brutal and more technical means, first the Internet and now social media. Corruption and bad press also beset us. Like boxing, twenty years ago we were the shit. Like boxing, we are now in the shit.
More likely, I'm full of shit. Boxing and advertising are completely different, like apples and oranges. But it was fun comparing them, sort of like those writing exercises we'd get in college: discuss two disparate things and form a cogent argument. Anyway, I suppose I got carried away. But what can I say? I like boxing and advertising. I also like writing exercises!
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Mazarin - Omnipollo
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New York
3.04/5 rDev -21.2%
look: 4 | smell: 3 | taste: 2.75 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.25
On tap at the Blue Monk in Buffalo, NY.
Pours a bright yellow/orange-ish color, with an off-white 2 inch head, and some good lacing.
Smells include earthy hops, soap, orange, and lemon.
There's a weird dirty taste to this I don't love. Slightly soapy, grassy, with some underlying citrus and lemon flavors. I think the hop flavor might have been a little faded at this point, as the citrus hop flavors weren't all that bright. Sweet malt flavors.
Light to medium body, well carbonated, not all that drinkable due to reasons stated above.
Fatamorgana is a game changer, this one's a bit disappointing.
Serving type: on-tap
12-23-2013 02:07:09 | More by GreesyFizeek
New York
4.45/5 rDev +15.3%
look: 4 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.75 | overall: 4.5
On tap at torst brooklyn.
Floral and manderin orange in the nose.
Creamy, sweet, light, floral hop profile. Very smooth and uncharacteristic creamy mouth feel. Excellent. Super enjoyable. Complex enough. Mouth feel just unbelievable.
Extremely drinkable.
Serving type: on-tap
03-17-2013 17:41:59 | More by palma
South Carolina
3.6/5 rDev -6.7%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
Served from tap into a Trappe Door tulip. Poured a golden yellow-orange with a two finger white head that subsided to a half finger very slowly. Maintained phenomenal lacing throughout the glass. The aroma was comprised of sweet malt, fruit, citrus, citrus hop, lemon zest, floral hop, and floral. The flavor was of sweet malt, citrus, citrus hop, fruit, and floral hop. It had a light feel on the palate with medium-high carbonation. Overall this was a pretty decent brew. I was really pleasantly surprised with what I found going on in the nose on this one. The touch of lemon zest and floral notes definitely stepped this one up a notch and really impressed me. However, the remainder of the brew was only decent. While there were a lot of nice notes going on in the flavor a lot of it just seemed forced to me. If some of the lemony zest flavor would have carried over into the flavor this might have been a different story as it would have added a nice layer complexity. Definitely worth trying if you get the opportunity.
Serving type: on-tap
09-27-2012 10:48:21 | More by thagr81us
3.88/5 rDev +0.5%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
First had: on tap at TJ's, Paoli, PA
Another Euro attempt at an APA. These are often interesting. Slightly cloudy golden-amber pour with a small white head that receded to a tiny ringlet of bubbles. Light aroma, citrusy, grassy. Interesting taste, I actually got a huge hit of apple skins in this one, and not necessarily as an off flavor, it seemed to meld well with the zesty hops, crisp and grassy, with afterthoughts of pale biscuity malts and toasted grains. Lots of hops, but very little intensity to the bitterness...which I'm guessing is what they were going for, as the description indicates that the bittering hop phase was eliminated. Body is pretty much light to light-medium, majorly crisp and smooth. Not as flavorful as some of the bigger names in APAs, but quite good and quite drinkable.
Serving type: on-tap
09-03-2012 02:41:39 | More by Rifugium
3.98/5 rDev +3.1%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
De proef gypsy brew on draught at City Beer, Mazarin is a clear, slightly dull gold, with a small white collar leaving light lace.
Smell is really muted, a little tangerine. Yeasty.
Taste is really hoppy, earthy, a little citrus, modest sweetness, and a little biscuit malt.
Mouthfeel is dry, medium-light bodied.
Drinkability is pretty high, this is very well done. A great showcase of yeast and hops in a managable device.
Serving type: on-tap
08-05-2012 23:25:41 | More by ccrida
3.74/5 rDev -3.1%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75
Yeast sediment clouded body; golden yellow in color; thick, creamy white head. Deep, malty aroma with a citrus/melon combo hop aroma. Warm grain flavors; toasty; biscuit; bold hop bitterness. Medium bodied; smooth with a slight carbonation tickle; crisp and dry.
A thirst quenching, well-balanced, hop-forward ale. Malt grains get their due, too, providing a rounded, lightly roasted grain character. Nicely done...
Serving type: bottle
10-25-2013 19:19:26 | More by beergoot
Alberta (Canada)
3.94/5 rDev +2.1%
look: 3.75 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.75
330ml bottle. The only reference I can find for "Mazarin" is an album by Swedish pop star Per Gessle, he of 1980s Roxette fame on this side of the pond, which makes sense for this brewery, I suppose. Still don't grok the melting wax candle imagery on the label though.
This beer pours a clear, medium golden amber hue, with a rising tower of puffy, thinly foamy dirty white head, which leaves some random swaths of chunky, fuzzy patchy lace around the glass as it slowly ebbs away - I can more or less say that it's got the look.
It smells of fruity citrus hops up front - orange, grapefruit, and pineapple, predominately - a husky mustiness striping all, a softly honeyed caramel malt, and further earthy, floral hops. The taste is more muddled, slightly musty tropical and domestic citrus fruit, mildly grainy caramel malt, a bit of candied honeysuckle, and additional floral, sort of spicy hops rounding things out.
The bubbles are a bit peppy at first, but settle to a middling hum anon, the body medium-light in weight, and workaday smooth, the local hops not up for that particular fight. It finishes off-dry, the pithy citrus fruitiness and muted malt keeping the bitter and musty notes well at bay.
A better than average effort for these Euro upstarts, in trying to emulate an American ideal. Fruity, floral, and just bitter enough to keep me interested, and likewise out of IPA range. Hardly a joyride in the manner of some their overly apish continental peers, but agreeable in its good-enough accuracy, in the 'hey, this toilet flushing mechanism is weird, but at least it still works' sort of sense.
Serving type: bottle
10-24-2013 00:44:58 | More by biboergosum
4.11/5 rDev +6.5%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Enjoyed this brew out of a large snifter glass.
A: Pours a copper hue with a huge white head that lasts forever and ends in a solid lace leaving a partial trail down the side of the glass.
S: Hoppy tart aroma with a pleasant musky smell.
T: Tart and hoppy of front followed by a decent malt middle and finished on the dry side of hoppy.
M: Medium body and medium carbonation.
O: Nice brew - I would drink this again.
Serving type: bottle
10-23-2013 02:27:30 | More by ckollias
3.55/5 rDev -8%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
Hazy light amber color with reddish and copper hues. Big white fluffy head with large bubble formation. Spotty lacing in the glass.
Citrus, light pine note, guava, honeydew melon, light earthiness, candied orange zest.
Mild citrus twang juxtaposed with a very mild resin quality. Cedar, light pine and mild earthiness.
Medium bodied, with a mild bitterness on the finish.
The hops are prominent in the beer but relatively mild in their attack on the palate. Fairly understated when compared with the style.
Serving type: bottle
08-21-2013 22:56:20 | More by Libationguy
3.39/5 rDev -12.2%
look: 3.25 | smell: 3 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
Purchased from Stearns Liquor in Long Beach. Poured into shaker pint glass. Love the artwork. Good carbonation on this. Had to really slow the pour down. Big white fluffy head. Smell is decent. This is a pretty good pale ale. It's got a modest hop profile with a nice malt backbone to it. Mouthfeel is good. Overall I would drink this again but the price is a bit steep for a 12oz bottle ($7.99). cheers!
Serving type: bottle
07-15-2013 19:38:33 | More by UnknownKoger
4.16/5 rDev +7.8%
look: 4 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
To satisfy the thirst for citrusy drippy American hops but without the risk of heightened inebriation, Omnipollo devises this "Extra Special Pale" ale but with the proportions rearranged to meet American IPAs.
Bright peach in color, the beer glows with diffused haze. Its dry hop character is evident. A creamy ecru-white head floats on the beer, seeming like meringue or the froth of hot chocolate. It's a delightful looking beer, emulating IPA the best it can.
Starting bright, citrusy, and zesty- the malt character is hard to find. Its certainly an IPA as a burst of grapefruit, ripe oranges, pineapple and apricot flavor wraps around the tongue. A teasing type of sweetness is caught between honey and caramel- giving the hop "fruit" character is sweeter, more candied effect. An even fade to crisp and refreshing citrus bitterness closes the beer lightly grassy, mildly pungent and with an herbal bouquet.
Medium-light in body, the beer now leans Pale Ale. The modest sweetness trails, taking with it the creamy notion of carbonation. What's left is the resinous bitterness of hops that stick to the back of the mouth in dry bitterness, shy alcohol warmth, and a linger of citrus peels.
Where the current trends of Pale Ale is to resemble IPA but with drier and less sweet taste and body- the Swedish aren't just chasing the scene, they're driving the bus.
Serving type: bottle
05-25-2013 16:58:28 | More by BEERchitect
Ontario (Canada)
3.61/5 rDev -6.5%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.25 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.75
Fresh bottle from Premier Gourmet. I have no info on date brewed however. Subtle grapefruit flavour. Large retained head. Easy drinking, with some mouth puckering lemon tangy finish. Middling mouthfeel with prickling carbonation.Very light coloured body.
Serving type: bottle
02-17-2013 21:37:55 | More by Sammy
4.1/5 rDev +6.2%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Poured from a 33cL bottle into brandy snifter. Unfortunately, the date on the top has rubbed off.
A: Three fingers of white lacy head fades quickly. Hazy dark amber-wheat is highly translucent.
S: This smell generates an enormous grin from me. I can smell the Citra, which I adore, and fruity Amarillo, and generally it smells like a Double IPA, even down to sweetish-pleasant malts.
T/M: Delicious. Light, crisp, and fruity, with the hop presence surprisingly gentle, but providing almost all the interesting aspects of the beer-- the fruit, the bitterness, the dryness, the complexity...The finish is subtle, but with more than a tinge of malt. Mouthfeel is pleasant but neutral.
O: So far I'm a big fan of Omnipollo. I look forward to trying more. This is a great pale ale. Recommended.
Serving type: bottle
01-27-2013 07:22:06 | More by AgentMunky
New York
3.93/5 rDev +1.8%
look: 4.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
A: The beer is relatively clear yellowish amber in color and has a moderate amount of visible carbonation. It poured with a finger and a half high frothy off white head that only died down a little and left lots of lacing down the sides of the glass.
S: There are light to moderate aromas of orange citrus in the nose along with some notes of passionfruit.
T: The taste is similar to the smell but a little more complex with added flavors of earthy and floral hops along with some notes of spicy hops towards the finish. A light amount of bitterness is present.
M: It feels a bit shy of being medium-bodied on the palate and has a moderate amount of carbonation.
O: This beer is very easy to drink—as one with a light body should be—but really has an interesting mix of flavors in the taste due to the variety of hops that were used.
Serving type: bottle
01-19-2013 04:09:16 | More by metter98
4.23/5 rDev +9.6%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
A - Slightly hazy golden-orange with a finger of frothy white head. Fades normal.
S - Grapefruit, orange, citrus, and pine hops with sweet caramel and biscuit malts.
T - Grapefruit, orange, citrus, and pine hops with some bitterness, sweet caramel and biscuit malts, bit of lemon peel.
M - Medium bodied with moderate carbonation. Smooth with a dry, bitter, and sweet finish.
D - Nice hoppy APA. Good hop profile and balance.
Serving type: bottle
01-07-2013 00:17:04 | More by ngeunit1
3.63/5 rDev -6%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
After visiting Stockholm and drinking a lot of Swedish beer, I am interested to see how this production turns out. The Swedes love their hops.
This apa seems to have a thicker malt presence than I would have anticipated. Hop spices are there, sure. But I feel like it could be a bit stronger. Decent, but not really doing much for me. Especially considering the price.
Serving type: bottle
09-03-2012 03:28:36 | More by RblWthACoz
New York
3.95/5 rDev +2.3%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4
330 ml bottle. Poured into my HF snifter. Thanks to the lady for buying this for me.
Beer pours a typical IPA/APA w inch of white head
Nose is of grapefruit and nectarine and clementine.
Taste follows the nose with a decent hop bite but not too overwhelming.
Decent and happy to tick it but I would not seek it out again.
Serving type: bottle
09-02-2012 22:55:14 | More by dtmets84
4/5 rDev +3.6%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
330 ml bottle. Served in a nonic pint glass, the beer pours a slightly hazy orange/amber color with an inch and a half off-white head. Aroma is nice, the brew smells like citrusy hops (tropical fruit, tangerines, grapefruit), and some bready malt. The taste is pretty much just like the aroma, it's mostly citrusy hops (tropical fruit, grapefruit) and bready/grainy malt. Mouthfeel/body is medium, it's a bit coating and slick with a good amount of carbonation. I think this is a good overall brew. Not sure if it's worth $5.59 a bottle or not, but it is worth trying.
Serving type: bottle
08-12-2012 00:00:22 | More by bluejacket74
3.35/5 rDev -13.2%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3 | overall: 3.5
This beer poured out as a slightly hazy yellow color. The head on top was white and had a good amoun of retention to it. The smell of the beer had a pretty good balance of hoppy aromas and yeasty grains in the mix. The taste of the beer had a subtle sweetness up front that quickly faded into a sharp bitterness. The mouthfeel is crisp and clean feeling. It's drinkable but a little too sharp to be sessionible I think. Overall it's a pretty good brew. I wouldn't have to buy it again though.
Serving type: bottle
08-09-2012 01:29:11 | More by Knapp85
4.15/5 rDev +7.5%
look: 4 | smell: 5 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4
Poured into a Black Raven pint glass. Pours a cloudy medium orange amber with a massive white head with good retention and tons of lacing. Great aroma of citrus hops, sweet malt and pineapple immediately after opening and during pour. Flavor is suprisingly dry, grapefruit, citrus hops, faint malt. Not as aromatic as the aroma, but nice. The dry, hoppy taste is unusual and interesting in an american pale ale. At first I was hoping for more intense flavor, but grew to really enjoy the subtle flavors underlying the aggressive hops in this brew. Medium bodied with active carbonation. Well done and satisfying.
Serving type: bottle
08-07-2012 04:06:48 | More by LiquidAmber
South Carolina
4/5 rDev +3.6%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
A: Poured from a bottle to a pint glass. Had an orange color and a hazy consistency. There was an inch and a half of foamy, fairly long-lasting head. Good lacing.
S: A very nice aroma of citrus (a lot of it), hops, and malt as well.
T: Tasted of hops (a decent amount), some malt, citrus (grapefruit), and a slight graininess. While it doesn't quite live up to the expectations of the smell, this is a pretty good flavor.
M: A good amount of carbonation with a dry, smooth finish. Medium-bodied.
O: On the whole, a solidly made, drinkable beer. Not groundbreaking, but still very likeable.
Serving type: bottle
07-19-2012 13:04:12 | More by avalon07
4.55/5 rDev +17.9%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 5
The colour is pale amber with some red (20 EBC), the liquid is clear. The finger thick warm beige head is compact. Good head retention. Some lacing. There is yeas sediment in the bottle.
The smell is dry fruity and very hoppy with a mild bitter note. Grapefruit peels, kiwi fruits, green bananas and cream candy flavours. Some light clean sweetness and lemon candy. It is very fresh.
The taste is at first bitter, but it fades leaving room for green fruits and berries, citric fruits/juice/peels. Some lightly roasted hints of malt. Light to medium body. There is some smooth bitter flavours in the aftertaste as well as notes of lemonade and (dry) orange juice. The finish is mellow, balanced and citric with a hint of alcohol.
The carbonation is strong, almost soda-like, with lots of medium sized short-lived bubbles. The liquid is dry and medium smooth.
The most drinkable and refreshing beer for the summer of 2012? I vote for this one.
Serving type: bottle
06-24-2012 18:57:51 | More by bark
Mazarin from Omnipollo
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In the year just past, one of the consistent complaints from both left and right concerned the degree to which government — state and federal — is intruding into the lives of ordinary citizens.
However, it takes an exceptional act by an agency of any government to outrage both ends of the political spectrum.
Last November, the Florida Health Department accomplished just that.
In an effort to determine the reproductive service needed by young women around the state, Florida sent out a survey to 4,100 women between the ages of 18 and 24. It asked such pertinent questions as how many different men had they had sex with over the previous year, was the sex protected, and how they felt, emotionally, after having unprotected sex.
I could not help but wonder if "none of your business" was one of the responses.
In the fiasco that followed, liberals and conservatives united to denounce the questionnaire as another example of government treading where it should not trod. Those on the right saw it as yet another example of creeping socialism, while the left wing feared the data collection was part of a fascist plot to identify immoral Floridians and weed them out.
What really caused me to snort milk up my nose was the revelation that as an incentive to get young women to tell about their personal lives, the state of Florida offered a $10 CVS card to everyone who returned the survey.
Why CVS and not Wal-Mart?
Did money pass under the table?
But if you get upset at this sort of poking into private lives, consider Iceland, where a 15-year-old girl is suing to be able to use the name her mother gave her, the name with which she was baptized. The government says she can't because the name is not one of the 1,853 female names on the Icelandic Personal Names Register.
I wonder if Bubba is on the boys' list.
Or Vern.
Meanwhile, in Russia, officials have declared that beer will henceforth be considered alcohol instead of food. That done, government, as it always does, will step in with another rule. When beer was food, there was no legal age to feed. Now that it is alcohol, what will be the legal age to drink?
See how one thing leads to another?
Back in the States, the Illinois Legislature has banned shark fins, which, if broadly interpreted, could create a problem for Jimmy Buffett concert-goers.
Illinois also made it illegal for sex offenders to hand out Halloween candy or dress up like Santa or the Easter Bunny. 'Bout time.
Returning to Florida, in an act filled with cultural significance, the Legislature repealed a law that had threatened a longstanding tradition of highway courtesy. How many times have you flashed your lights to warn approaching motorists of an upcoming speed trap? Well, in Florida that helpful hint was illegal (I didn't know it, either) until this year when the representatives of the people voted to repeal it.
And, near the end of the year, news reached me via Facebook and my buddy Jim that confirmed my theory, unsupported by evidence other than anecdotal, that it won't be long before Wal-Mart takes over everything.
As I am sure you know, it is now possible for citizens of this great republic to drive to Wal-Mart and eat at the Wal-Mart café, shop for groceries at the Wal-Mart grocery, shop for clothes among the Wal-Mart dry goods, get the car serviced at the Wal-Mart auto center, get your eyes checked at the Wal-Mart vision center, make a deposit or pay your bills at the Wal-Mart bank and get your income tax done while you wait — all under one roof.
And now Wal-Mart may be on the verge of adding one more service to the list of what it provides.
Banks County, Ga., is a rural enclave up Interstate 85 from Atlanta. It does not have a hospital, but it does have a Wal-Mart. And in that Wal-Mart, the first Banks County baby of the New Year was born.
This was not the first time Wal-Mart has been a delivery room. A few weeks earlier, a baby was born in a Kansas City Superstore.
I think we have a niche market here.
Therefore, it would not surprise me if I wander into a Wal-Mart one day in the not too-distant future and see, right next to the optometrist, the OB-GYN office, "walk-ins welcomed."
It is a brave new world out there.
And it may arrive in 2013.
Happy New Year.
Harvey H. ("Hardy") Jackson is Eminent Scholar in History at Jacksonville State University and a columnist and editorial writer for The Star. Email: email@example.com.


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