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· Polarizer infront of Lee system?
Hi guys, filter question!
I currently have a full-frame body (5Dc) and 17-40L equipped with a lovely B+W 77m Kaesemann circular polarizer. I'm now ready to invest in a Lee filter system and 77m adapter ring, but am concerned that this will cause vignetting + tight fit when used infront of my B+W CP.
Money is pretty tight so I'd like to avoid buying the $300 Lee 105mm polarizer and 105 adapter, if possible. I'm also not a fan of the circular ND filters as my horizons are never half-way down photo composition.
-Can my 77m CP and full-frame body be used with the Lee kit without vignetting? Or should I sell my B+W CP and get a Lee 105mm adapter and polarizer?
Jan 24, 2012 at 10:51 PM
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Answered my own question after three hours of Googling for this setup. Mike Ganz and Roy Pertchik on this forum had the answer:
Mike Ganz wrote
I tried using a B+W Kaesemann CPL on the 17-40L/5D, with the Lee holder and wide adapter ring screwed into the filter. It was a little difficult to adjust the CPL when all was said and done, and I also had some vignetting caused by the filter slots. I say filter slots since after I removed two of the three slots, the vignetting went away...
Roy Pertchik wrote
The verdict: there is only a tiny, tiny vignette in a smidgen of the corners... negligible. It's from the WA ring, not the holder, so I could try adding a slot or two back, but I have no reason to because the GND filter is the only one I have or want to use in the Lee. Anyway, Whehoooo!!!! It is a little tricky to level the Lee w/ GND after the CP is set; I have to get the tip of my finger on the CP within the WA adapter, to keep the CP from tuning out of
adjustment while I revolve the Lee stuff... but thats a small inconvenience to save the almost $400 it would cost to get a 105 MRC CP and the 105 ring.... Whehoooo!!!
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TL;DR: It's do-able if you are willing to live with a) only 1 of the 3 filter slots b) using your finger to hold the CP steady while attaching the holder and c) a negligible amount of vignetting. This may be appealing to some people trying to save $400 on a new 105 polarizer.
Jan 25, 2012 at 01:58 AM
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· Polarizer infront of Lee system?
I hand hold my GND filters. After some practice, I find hand holding a lot quicker and more flexible than using a holder.
Jan 25, 2012 at 02:24 AM
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chez wrote
I hand hold my GND filters. After some practice, I find hand holding a lot quicker and more flexible than using a holder.
Good point, Chez. I'm actually leaning in this direction (hand-holding) since all I really need is a single filter.
Jan 25, 2012 at 03:34 AM
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I find it much more practical to have the polarizer in front of the filter holder. You don't have to shell out $300 for the Lee polarizer. There are other options.
Jan 25, 2012 at 09:21 PM
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When I have the occasional need to combine a graduated neutral density filters with a polarizer, I use the 105mm screw in filter adapter and a 105mm polarizer with my Lee system. I have the 105mm adapter mounted in front of only one slot on my Lee holder, which works well with wide angle lenses. It is very easy to adjust the polarizer when it is in front, and I am kind of a nut about selecting just the effect I want from a polarizer. I have an expensive B+W 105mm polarizer that gets used some, but the large B+W filters are not multicoated. I took a chance on getting a very low cost polarizer off of the big on line auction site, and I am very impressed with its performance, especially since it only cost under $35, and it is multicoated. It is also easy to see that it has much less reflection than the single coated B+W, so it really is multicoated. The one I have seems to still be available there, and is called a Zeikos 105mm MC Circular Polarizer. You might want to consider getting one to try out if you want to go the 105mm route.
Jan 25, 2012 at 11:06 PM
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· Polarizer infront of Lee system?
Do yourself a favor and go with the Lee 4x4 circular polarizer...simply slides into one of the slots and still lets you maintain three slots in the holder for additional filters if needed without any vignetting. I tried the 105mm CPL route...the extreme vignetting required the removal of two filter slots when shooting wide. Since I'll normally combine a GND and ND filter (at times) with a polarizer, this simply wasn't working for me. If you're shooting only requires the use of a single filter slot, then the 105mm will work just fine. But if you get to the point where you need multiple filters, its not a workable solution. The Lee 4x4 CPL is adjustable in 90-degree increments (slide it out of holder, rotate it 90-degtrees, then re-insert), but after using it for the past year this doesn't seem to a limiting factor.
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I guess the only problem I saw when researching the 4x4 is that if I want my GND to be at an angle and not horizontal then the polarizer will angle also and won't this reduce the effect (assuming I'm looking for maximum polarization effect). I angle the GND sometimes when there is a mountain on one side of the shot.
Therefore, for now I'm sticking with my B+W 77mm XS-Pro K MRC and putting the Lee over that and doing the fiddly way to make it all work.
Feb 01, 2012 at 04:05 PM
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I very rarely ever need to use both a GND and a polarizer at the same time. Typically, if you're shooting with a GND, it means you're generally facing the sun. When you face the sun, a polarizer essentially has no effect. In those rare circumstances where you need both, you could always hand hold the grand in front of the lens mounted polarizer, but again, this will be a very rare circumstance.
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· Polarizer infront of Lee system?
I have a related question about a 105mm CP at the front of the Lee system. As Ben Horne said, it's rare to use GNDs and polarizer at same time. So, assuming I have no filter in the foundation holder slots, i.e., if I ONLY want the CP (no GND or ND in the slots), is the light that comes in from the vacant slot areas going to cause a problem? Will that light affect the polarization effect? Would it matter if I had 1 or 2 slots? Last question, if I'm shooting towards sun and want a GND, would leaving the CP mounted be an issue; I know there's no polarization effect but taking it off is a PITA.
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· Polarizer infront of Lee system?
Good question. I'm also interested in a reply to your first and third question
To second question 'would it matter if I had 1 or 2 slots'.
It matters
With the Lee Polarizer you use the front slot of 2 slots. Wider then 19mm on full frame you see vignetting. With one more slot (2 slots free) vignetting will appear earlier.
With a Heliopan 105 SLIM Polarizer instead of the Lee CP and only one slot below for ND or whatever you can shoot as wide as 16mm without vignetting.
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on May 22, 2013 at 6:56 am
Just as I suspected. This robbery/kidnapping story smelled funny all along.
on May 22, 2013 at 7:08 am
Let us consider this: "The Pleasanton police department spent about $2,980.00 in staff time and resources investigating Flores' claim. The Alameda County District Attorney will ask that Flores be ordered to reimburse the department for its expenses."
Such costs, combined with inflated salaries, disability insurance, pensions, and medical benefits clearly underscore that a Big Tsunami is going to hit us. Our revenues cannot catch up to all these costs, unless, that is, the economy changes. But it rarely does. So it's best to make Big claims about the city's future state without taking changes into account. This, in my humble estimation, would then be a preferred first step, akin to handing out life preservers in the face of an onrush of water that will respect no limits. There is no sense in talking about anything else until we rightly conclude that the biggest tsunami in the entire world is going to hit unless we do something about overpaid public workers.
on May 22, 2013 at 7:38 am
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It will be interesting to see what the motive for this might have been. Six months in jail would be an unfortunate outcome for anyone with an infant son.
on May 22, 2013 at 8:30 am
This is someone crying out for help - doesn't know how or where to get it. Those close to her need to step up and help her get what she needs. Could be post partum depression or any number of things. Please get an evaluation, even if it's from jail!
on May 22, 2013 at 8:41 am
I smelled a rat from the start. I knew IF this had been true, and the location of where this supposedly occurred someone would have to have seen something and would have helped in some way. Nobody is going to let a baby be turned over in a stroller and not come to their aid.
Sad that someone would make up such a story and attempt to blame innocent people.
on May 22, 2013 at 9:28 am
A baby does need a mother. Hopefully, the mother will receive a thorough evaluation. Maybe she is unable to care for her baby?
on May 22, 2013 at 9:29 am
I agree with Sue. Because of the severity of the "crime" the police would have justifiably been anxious to catch the perpetrators and anything could've happened... they see two African American men walking together, try to make stop, someone moves the wrong way, someone gets hurt... hypothetical but possible... all because of this false report. Throw the book at her.
on May 22, 2013 at 10:19 am
I hope all the ignorant and racist posters from the original story who called out people of color as thugs, etc eat their words. What's done in the dark will come to light.
on May 22, 2013 at 1:06 pm
To my sanctimonius friend, Resident, get over your smugness. If you were walking down Santa Rita rd. at nighttime and two large black men approached you, tell me you wouldn't change your direction or quake in fear.
'What's done in the dark will come to light'. I hear detectives in Oakland say that all the time.............
on May 22, 2013 at 2:38 pm
Unbelievable...both the story and the sad, racist right wing nuts who jump on every news item that happens whether in Pleasanton, the Tri Valley, California or the USA to jabber on, etc etc
on May 22, 2013 at 3:40 pm
We should not lose sight of the amount of tax payer money that was spent on this matter, made even higher because of unionized public workers making far higher salaries than are necessary, with ridiculously high medical benefits and out of sight pensions. That noise you hear is that of a tsunami, a Big tsunami, roaring down streets and avenues, unimpeded because we've sold the farm to finance the new political class, public workers. Look, too, at Calpers and Calstrs. I rest my case.
on May 22, 2013 at 5:06 pm
some folks are waaaaaaaay nasty and talk about throwing a book but what does that mean?
on May 22, 2013 at 6:19 pm
I commented when this was first reported that the story made no sense and the police would find out the truth. Now I'd like to put in my two cents that the child should be placed with responsible relatives of the mother (or CPS) until this woman is given a psychiatric evaluation and background check to ensure the child will be safe.
This unfortunate incident (false report) generated the most racist and ignorant comments that I think I've seen in a local story. There is either one ignorant person who has too much time on their hands and is doing multiple postings (PW would know), or P-Town needs some soul searching.
on May 22, 2013 at 6:49 pm
What I'd like to know is how the police estimate personnel and resource costs and what their specific rates are. Three grand seems like an awful lot of money for a chat, some digital photos of the alleged crime scene and a few phone calls.
on May 22, 2013 at 7:24 pm
Besides repaying the City, I hope she has to repay the jail, too. And district attorney fees in processing her case.
on May 22, 2013 at 7:26 pm
hey mike, best not to open your mouth when you have no idea what you're talking about. you realize that when this liar originally reported the "crime", that probably most, if not all of the on-duty personnel searched for the "suspects" for probably an hour? that right there is about 6-7 man hours. neighborhood canvas after the initial search. there's about 2-3 man hours. then you have the initial interview, which of course is delayed because she can't speak english, so that was probably 2-3 hours. then you have the initial officer's report writing time, which of course leads to supervisor review of the report. chalk up another 3-4 hours. now the follow up begins. another interview of the "victim" with the subsequent supplemental report. 2-3 hours. detective follow up with phone calls and or visits to neighboring businesses (which is probably how they found the footage at domino's). 3-4 hours. now that the "victim's" story is starting to fall apart, another interview is needed. 2-3 hours. each of these events triggers another supplemental report. the previous was a conservative estimate of the time they probably spent. now you consider that they probably estimate the hourly wage of a police officer at around $100 with benefits.
need me to also do the math for you mike?
on May 22, 2013 at 7:57 pm
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on May 22, 2013 at 11:00 pm
Ms Florez should have to 'pay' for her 'crime', it would help her remember fraud is a crime. Honesty if the best policy.
on May 22, 2013 at 11:21 pm
Pete, had mike asked a genuine question, i would have answered in kind. as it was, his "question" was filled with innuendo and was very dismissive of the police department's efforts.
on May 23, 2013 at 1:38 pm
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on May 23, 2013 at 3:28 pm
Thanks bunches for your post. You helped clarify the situation.
One hundred dollars an hour plus benefits paid to people for chatting, taking a few pictures of an alleged crime scene and making a few phone calls seems like pretty poor resource utilization.
I'm wondering if we couldn't do better by having people significantly lower on the pay scale doing this type of work while reserving the higher salary personnel for tasks that require more than minimum-wage skills.
Again, thanks!
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For a long trip where weight is an issue I leave it, but for shorter hikes I prefer to have it. When there are two or more in our party we split up the gear (like fire starters, water purification and food stores) and one takes the footprint while the other packs the tent, that way if there's a separation the second person can make a quick shelter if need be. It's also great on protracted afternoon showers to create a quick retreat where we can fix lunch and enjoy the surroundings.
the idea of using a tent footprint under your tent is asking to make your tent into bath tub. water driving by a little wind or where part of the footprint is exposed causes water to fill the space between the the footprint and the bottom of the tent. no tent bottom is of totally water proof for long.(micro holes caused by sand) A better and cheaper idea is to cut a piece of plastic to fit the inside of the tent. This layer can be replaced as needed. so you will a thicker replaceable water proof layer between you and the ground
You do not need the grommets in your plastic sheet footprint to help protect the bottom fabric from wearing out sooner, just cut it so it matches the bottom. If you want to use the above idea keep in mind that most footprints use nylon straps so the only the strap goes to the pole. This helps keep it from collecting water. If you want to use the above idea with plastic sheet you should consider trimming only a thin width of plastic out to the pole and reinforcing this area with either clear packing tape or duct tape before installing the grommet.
I am disappointed at the print option for these wonderful tips. There's way too much white space and pointless icons (I get that you have to sell ads to stay in business) so the print-outs are about twice as long as needed--wasting the trees I want to see when I hike. Your online print options need to be reconsidered and streamlined.
Thanks for all the great tips on how to care for outdoor adventure products. Getting all of the gear can be a huge investment and it is a shame that people do not care for it well enough and end up buying new equipment every year. I would rather invest in lasting equipment than spend more, in the end, repurchasing cheaper products.
As an added step to the hydration bladder hanging tip, instead of wrapping the rough edges with duct tape, use a open flame to melt the rough edges to create a smooth tip.
I've found that washing my sack, sleeping bags, mats etc by hand with no or light detergent like organic soaps with out caustic chemicals then I hang dry my items until bone dry then put away. Sometimes with dryer sheets or ceder blocks sandwiched in. But this is not required for neutral smelling gear.
@ Joe Jul 20, 2010 MiraZym helps really well against mold/mildew on sleeping bags/tents/pads
Anyone know how to get rid of mold/mildew on sleeping bags/tents/pads?? I had some mold start growing in my basement, and of course it was where my equipment was. Any ideas on cleaning my equipment without destroying my equipment? Thanks!
When cleaning a hydration system, pull out the hose from the balader, with a pair of pailers, so you can clean the whole hose,
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Under "Pole problems (Online Bonus" it should read "splint the broken pole," not "split the broken pole."
no, eric's right - the first posting says mentions washing in a top-loading washer. the second posting specifically says to never do this. (the second is the right one; never wash a sleeping bag in a top-loading washer)
A point about dryer sheets, the main ingredient in them is rendered animal fat (look it up people) so you may smell pretty good to a bear. In areas with uber predators, keep smell to a minimum, in camp and on your person.
Uhm, not really Eric. It just says to wash them.. sparingly. And then it tells you how. :B
And no, Anon, I don't think dryer sheets would attract bears. They smell more chemically than delicious or even edible.
Anyway, this article is great! Wow, so many tips. I suppose it's okay to store bags and pads rolled/stuffed if they're clean and dry and in a dry indoor closet, right? Plus my Thermorest doesn't have foam.
"Wash Synthetics Sparingly" and "Wash and Dry a Sleeping Bag" on Page 6 have contradictory statements. Any thoughts there?
As a Scout leader I store a lot of gear in a special shed we built for that purpose. For storing the good sleeping bags I've hung a net hammock from the walls and lay the bags out on it. Same for the self-inflating mattresses. It allows air to circulate around them and helps them keep their loft.
toe caps can be made a spray can of undercoating for cars , prep with alcohol and mask
Generally Salami works best fighting back against bears.
If you store your Camelbak bladders in the freezer, make sure to leave the bite valves on or defrost the bladders before you want to use them. Trying to cram a bite valve back into a frozen/smaller tube can turn into a wrestling contest when you'd rather be outside.
A toe cap can be made as described above using Performix Plasti Dip,( Home Depot) which is a liquid plastic type paint that one dips one's tool handles into to create a durable and insulating rubber like coating. It comes in six colors including black.
Just mask the boot toe and paint it on, several layers work best.
Wouldn't this add a scent that might attract bears?
I store my tents and sleeping bags with a few plys of dryer fabric sheets, I prefer Bounce, for a fresh smell after storage.


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- Silver, Men's 4x100m Relay
- Gold, Women's Basketball
- Bronze, Women's Cross-Country Mountain Bike, Georgia Gould
- Gold, Diving, Men's 10m Platform, David Boudia
- Silver, Women's Volleyball
- Bronze, Men's 60kg Freestyle Wrestling, Scott Coleman


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For the Oliver Family, the reward was even greater — as Cade Oliver became the first college football signee in recent years for the Curry program, signing his letter of intent to play for the University of North Alabama Lions in Florence.
Oliver, the son of Curry football coach Shay Oliver, was a key in the Yellow Jacket offense in 2011 — as not only the team's leading rusher, but also the leading receiver as well.
He rushed for 795 yards on 144 attempts (5.5 yards per carry) with 12 touchdowns while hauling in 26 passes for 496 yards (19.1 yards per catch) and 6 touchdowns — totaling nearly 1,300 yards of offense and 18 touchdowns.
His play was instrumental in securing a 5-5 regular season record for Curry — its best mark since 1996 — and allowed the Yellow Jackets to make the playoffs for the first time since 2002.
Cade said he felt very privileged to be able to sign with the prestigious and tradition-rich North Alabama program. He thanked his teammates at Curry for their hard work, along with the Yellow Jackets coaching staff.
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For the Oliver patriarch Shay — who enjoyed not only enjoyed watching his son, but also a member of his team sign to play at the collegiate level — the event was a great source of pride.
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"A football signing doesn't happen too often for our program and I think Cade will be the first to tell you that he didn't do it himself. It was a team effort, especially this year, as our kids came together and solidified as a group in front of our eyes. He's just one of the lucky ones form across our country who get to go on and keep playing and I'm sure he'll be playing for his friends, our school and for himself as he continues to play."


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Drafted in the second round (46th overall) of the 2013 NFL Draft … The seventh player out of Oregon ever selected by the Bills … The second player ever selected by Buffalo with the 46th overall selection (Aaron Schobel – 2001) …The highest linebacker selected by Buffalo since 2007, when the team drafted Penn State LB Paul Posluszny with the 34th overall selection.
• NFL Defensive Rookie of the Month - September
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Drafted in the second round (46th overall) of the 2013 NFL Draft … The seventh player out of Oregon ever selected by the Bills … The second player ever selected by Buffalo with the 46th overall selection (Aaron Schobel – 2001) …The highest linebacker selected by Buffalo since 2007, when the team drafted Penn State LB Paul Posluszny with the 34th overall selection.
• NFL Defensive Rookie of the Month - September
• Pepsi Max Rookie of the Week - Week 4
• Played in and started all 16 games on the season. Finished third in the NFL with 159 tackles on the season and also had two sacks and four interceptions. The 159 tackles is the third highest toal by an NFL rookie since 2000.
• Vs. NE (9/8): Made his NFL debut tying for a team-high nine tackles and recorded a forced fumble and fumble recovery (different plays). First Bills rookie with a football recovery on Kickoff Weekend since Dan Jilek and Ken Jones vs. Miami on 9/13/76.
• Vs. CAR (9/15): Became the first Bills rookie to record a sack and interception in the same game since Erik Flowers at Seattle on 12/23/00. Totaled 10 tackles.
• At NYJ (9/22): Became the first Bills rookie with interceptions in back-to-back games since Jairus Byrd in games 5-9 in 2009. Totaled eight tackles.
• Vs. BAL (9/29): Produced the game-saving interception with 1:04 left in the fourth quarter to solidify a 23-20 victory. ... Recorded two interceptions and became the first Bills rookie with two interceptions in a game since Jairus Byrd on 11/1/09 vs. Hou. ... Extended his interception streak to three games and became the first NFL rookie LB with a three-game streak since Al Richardson in 1980 (four games). ... Becomes the second rookie Bills LB with four interceptions in a season (Mike Stratton - 6 in 1962).
• At CLE (10/3): Recorded a game-high and career-high 12 tackles including one tackle for loss.
• Vs. CIN (10/13): Established a career-high with 22 tackles. Total is the most by a Bill since Damien Covington (22 on 10/26/97 vs. Den). Total is the single-game high in the NFL this year and the most in the NFL by a rookie since David Harris' 24 on 11/4/07 vs. Was.
• At MIA (10/20): Produced four tackles including one tackle for loss.
• At NO (10/27: Posted a game-high 11 tackles including one tackle for loss.
• Vs. KC (11/3): Tied for a team-high eight tackles and added 1.0 sack. Defense allowed just 210 total yards - a low for the season.
• At PIT (11/10): Posted a team-high 10 tackles including one tackle for loss.
• VS. NYJ (11/17): Recorded a game-high 13 tackles including one tackle for loss Became the first Bills rookie to eclipse the 100-tackle mark since Donte Whitner in 2006.
• Vs. ATL (12/1): Posted a game-high 13 tackles for this third straight 10-tackle game. Also posted a fumble recovery, that was converted into a Bills TD by offense.
• At TB (12/8): Tied for a team-lead with six tackles including one tackle for loss.
• At Jac (12/15): Compiled six tackles.
• Vs. Mia (12/22): Posted a team-high eight tackles. Led defense to yield a season-low 14 rushing yards and second-lowest in team history.
• At NE (12/29): Posted a game-high 14 tackles including one tackle for loss. Finished the season with 159 tackles - third highest total by an NFL rookie since 2000.
• 2012: Recorded seven tackles, including 1.0 tackles for a loss of one yard and made an interception in win at Oregon State … Made nine stops (eight solo), including 1.0 TFL for a two-yard loss and also forced a fumble vs. Stanford … Seven tackles in win at California … Team-high ten tackles, including 2.0 TFL for a loss of four yards and recovered a fumble in victory at USC … Also caught an interception for five yards against the Trojans … Had six solo tackles and 1.0 TFL for a loss of two yards in win at Arizona State … Recorded a career-high and game-high ten stops and forced one fumble and also recovered a fumble in victory vs. Washington… Also had 1.0 sacks for a five yard loss and made 2.5 tackles for a six-yard loss and one pass breakup against the Huskies … Made seven tackles in win against Washington State … Consecutive game with an interception for 16 yard return and also had nine tackles, including 1.0 for a two-yard loss in victory over Arizona … Had an interception for 41 yards in win vs. Tennessee Tech.
• 2011: Oregon's eighth-leading tackler ranked fourth among linebackers with 46 stops … Rose Bowl Defensive Player of the Game with one interception and five tackles, including career-highs of 1.5 sacks and 2.5 tackles for loss of eight yards … Two tackles for loss (5 yards) among five total stops in Oregon's win over UCLA in the Pac-12 Championship Game … Recorded first career interception in win vs. Oregon State … Made six tackles vs. USC … First career sack for a loss of six yards among his three solo tackles in win at Colorado … Career-high nine tackles, including eight of the solo variety in win at Arizona … Registered four tackles and a QB hurry while seeing first action of the season in win over Nevada.
• 2010: Did not play.
• 2009: Oregon's primary reserve at middle linebacker … Appeared in the final 12 games, accumulating 13 of his 16 tackles unassisted … Included was one TFL vs. Oregon State and credited with a personal-best four tackles at Washington … One of Oregon's top special teams players also forced one fumble … Played 10 or more snaps in nine appearances, including a personal-best 27 in the Rose Bowl.
• 2008: Redshirt season … Named scout team player of the week (special teams) for his work leading up to win at Arizona State.
Born Kristian Alonso in Newton, Mass. on 8/14/90. Parents: Carlos and Monica Alonso. Family: Two brothers. High School (Coach): Los Gatos (Butch Cattolico) 2008.


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But Phillies manager Charlie Manuel said he likes what he has seen so far from Placido Polanco, who entered Thursday's series finale against the Marlins at Citizens Bank Park hitting .222 (4-for-18) with one RBI, one walk and three strikeouts.
"He's playing better," Manuel said. "He's been swinging pretty good."
The Phils have said they will be careful with Polanco, who has been on the disabled list the past two seasons with left elbow inflammation, lower back inflammation and a sports hernia. But so far, he has held up well.
"We monitored him in Spring Training and we'll keep monitoring him here, too," Manuel said. "I'll definitely watch him. He'll get some time off every now and then, too."
Kendrick adjusting to late-inning relief role
PHILADELPHIA -- Over the past several seasons, the Phillies typically have kept a long man in their bullpen.
It is a role Kyle Kendrick served last season.
But his role is changing. He pitched in consecutive games for the first time in his career over the weekend against the Pirates at PNC Park. He pitched the bottom of the eighth inning Saturday and the bottom of the seventh Sunday. In 1 1/3 innings, he allowed one hit and one run.
Kendrick could see more action in late-inning situations this year.
"We've got to give him enough mound time to keep him sharp," pitching coach Rich Dubee said. "I think before we were looking for a bunch of right-handers to come up there, but now he is equally effective against lefties."
Left-handers hit .320 with a .913 OPS against Kendrick from 2007-10, while right-handers hit .258 with a .700 OPS against him. But after improving upon his secondary pitches last season, most notably his changeup, left-handers hit .234 with a .763 OPS against him, while right-handers hit .270 with a .708 OPS.
"It's been all right," Kendrick said of pitching in short relief. "It was a little different pitching back-to-back, but it was fine."
Kendrick said the biggest difference is the adrenaline spike warming up in the bullpen in a close game. It is a slower process as a starter.
"You have to try to calm your adrenaline a little bit," he said.
Worth noting
Phillies first baseman Ryan Howard, who is recovering from an infection following complications from left Achilles surgery, is scheduled to see a wound specialist at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital on Monday.
Right-hander Jose Contreras allowed three hits, one run and struck out two in one inning Thursday in a rehab appearance with Class A Clearwater.
Roy Halladay improved to 190-92 (.674) in his career with Wednesday's win over Miami. Elias Sports Bureau said Halladay is the 10th pitcher to reach the 190-win mark with 92 or fewer losses. He is just the fourth pitcher to accomplish the feat in the post-World War II era. The others are Whitey Ford (190-74) in 1963, Juan Marichal (190-87) in '69 and Pedro Martinez (190-78) in 2005.
Jim Thome has 96 home runs with the Phillies. If he hits four more with the Phils, he will become the fourth player in baseball history to have 100 or more home runs with three different teams. Thome hit more than 100 home runs for both the Indians and White Sox earlier in his career. The others are Alex Rodriguez (Mariners, Rangers and Yankees), Reggie Jackson (A's, Yankees, Angels) and Darrell Evans (Braves, Giants, Tigers).
Todd Zolecki is a reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Comment: Got this as a fall/early winter jacket. I'm In the south and inserting the removable liner might actually be perfect for riding in the cold months for me. Comfortable and true to size IMO
Comment: This is a very high quality bike jacket for a fraction of the cost of other jackets. Both insulation and paddings are excellent. Fitment is snug and comfortable. Style is really cool looking. I highly recommend this jacket by Scorpion!
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Comment: i brought this jacket for my boyfriends birthday. he is 5'5 and about 150lbs and i brought him a large and it fit perfectly. he loved it. Although i did think it was leather, but its not lol. But it was in great condition and a great fit.
New Orleans, LA
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cape cod, massachusetts
Comment: I received the jacket, but have not been able to ride with it on yet. I tried the jacket on, the fit is a bit tight. But I love the jacket, it is great looking and has air adjustment zippers in all the places you. I am glad it has armor on the back and the elbows.
Lebanon, TN
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I found that the Alpinestars and Icon jackets had too tall of a collar on them for my neck(short) and the Scorpion did not.
Edmonton, AB, Canada
Comment: I purchased this jacket during one of Jaffrum's great sales events and for the price the jacket is great.
The material is a bit stiff, especially around the neck area but once you are on the bike you will begin to overlook it.
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layer, all season bargain that has every feature you could want other than a
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retainer, and the collar has a ridge of soft fabric around the edge to eliminate
irritation. There are four pockets on the front including two on the sternum and
two down near the waist. The jacket is highly adjustable with hook and loop
straps at the waist and snap style stretchy adjusters on the sleeves. There is
high viz piping running down the edges on the front with more reflective piping
and panels on the sleeves and across the back. The Sonora is equipped with CE
approved armor in the shoulders and elbows with a foam pad in the back…
Unzipping the jacket exposes the real value. The mesh shell of the Sonora hides
a removable waterproof liner and a removable quilted thermal liner inside the
waterproof one. Both liners are equipped with pockets so you have ample storage
capacity no matter which liner or liners you are using. The two liners have the
same zipper dimensions so you can use the shell with either liner, making this
one of the most versatile jackets you can buy.
The next jacket in our Bang for The Buck Lineup is the Scorpion Tornado. The
Tornado is actually no longer a part of Scorpion's current lineup. We like this
jacket so much that when we found out Scorpion was discontinuing it, we bought
as many as we could. We have them in good supply and we're passing the savings
on to you. The tornado is available in sizes small thru 2x with accent colors of
white, blue, and red. The shell of the Tornado is constructed using a 600 denier
water resistant nylon with ballistic polyester panels in the shoulders and arms.
The main closure features a lightweight nylon zipper with an ergonomic pull tab.
Adjustability is plentiful and can be found in the form of these hook and loop
adjusters at the waist and on the sleeves. The front features two zippered vents
to keep you cool and two hand warmer pockets for added storage. The back of the
jacket features two more zippered vents for drawing hot air out of the jacket as
well as high vis panels in the shoulders and piping across the back. Unzipping
the jacket reveals a full sleeve quilted thermal liner with a moisture absorbent
panel in the pack and a slit for accessing the interior pocket of the shell.
Don't forget to check the product listing for the price on this one. You will
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Ok… now let's take a look at the MJ1563 Textile jacket. This is a great
lightweight jacket with the fit and features motorcyclists need, for about the
price of a licensed tshirt from your favorite professional sports team. The 1563
is made of a heavy duty water resistant nylon material and comes in either this
black with the high vis paneling or an all-black version with high viz piping.
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has vents everywhere. There are two vents on the chest, two on the biceps, and
two on the back. The vents have mesh inserts to keep the bugs out and zippers to
close them off entirely. Opening the jacket reveals a hidden pocket and the
removable full sleeve quilted thermal liner. Removing the thermal liner exposes
a fixed mesh liner that promotes airflow and mobility.
The next jacket I want you to see is another model from Tour Master called the
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looked at but is equipped with a 600 denier nylon and 1680 denier ballistic
polyester shell as opposed to the mesh, making it much more abrasion resistant
in a crash. This jacket is available in sizes xs – 3xlt, and seven handsome
color ways including black, blue, high vis yellow, red, silver, wine, and
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with pockets and an additional zippered pocket in the shell. This really is a go
anywhere, do anything model. Check out the listing for the low price.
We have a couple more for you today. Next is one of my personal favorite bangs
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apparel companies are making jackets that look more like casual apparel rather
than something that came straight from the racetrack or clubhouse. This Laughlin
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hidden pocket. There are additional pockets in the liner itself that are
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Taxi drivers want to bump up fares
10:00am Tuesday 21st January 2014 in News By Damian Fantato, Council Reporter, also covering Oxford city centre. Call me on 01865 425429
BLACK cab taxi fares must increase to meet rising costs, drivers have told the city council.
A drivers' group is seeking rises of about two per cent in line with inflation from March 25 and has won the support of a leading councillor.
The City of Oxford Licensed Taxicab Association (COLTA) has urged Oxford City Council to increase tariffs.
This would only affect black cab journeys in the city, as these are regulated by the city council. Fares last went up in 10 months ago.
In a report to the council, COLTA said drivers are being "pushed to the limits" by tough trading conditions and cost of fuel.
It adds: "Compare bus fare prices and car parking increases in Oxford and it soon becomes apparent how high the prices are in comparison to taxi fare increases.
"The past 17 months has been a tough period in terms of economic prosperity and this has impacted on COLTA members and other individuals who operate through the attainment of a specific licence to perform their duties on the road via Oxford City Council."
In its budget for the next financial year, the city council is proposing to put up parking fees by as much as nine per cent.
COLTA's plans would see journeys from 6am to 10pm Monday to Saturday go up by an average of 1.95 per cent.
For example, a five-mile journey would increase from £10.60 to £10.90.
The rest of the time fares would go up 1.81 per cent and about 2.09 per cent over Christmas and New Year.
Senior licensing officer Jill Cramer said a 2012 study found the city had the joint 39th most expensive daytime licensed cab fares.
The council's general purposes licensing committee is considering the proposal today at 5.30pm at Oxford Town Hall, St Aldate's.
Chairman Colin Cook said: "It will be interesting to see what the rest of the committee think, but it looks to be in line with inflation so it is relatively small.
"I personally don't think it will be that controversial and I am open to the prospect of it."
A report to the councillors also recommends not increasing the annual licence fees paid by drivers.
If the council supports a fare increase, proposals will have to go to a public consultation.
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Bart_simpsonDoh says...
1:04pm Tue 21 Jan 14
Andrew:Oxford says...
Bart_simpsonDoh wrote:That is true. Although it can be a touch irritating that the cost to get in the cab and sit in the queue to exit the railway station can be almost as much as a single bus fare...
An extra 30p, no one should moan about that. to get home safely after a night out, bargin.
Perhaps a 5% increase would be in order if the cabbies agreed not to start the clock until journeys commencing the railway station had passed the traffic lights onto Frideswide Square (or journeys commencing at Gloucester Green had entered George Street)?
1:09pm Tue 21 Jan 14
King Joke says...
As long as charges are agreed by a majority of drivers they should charge what they like - they have a right to earn a living like the rest of us.
4:13pm Tue 21 Jan 14
South Upper 87 says...
4:23pm Tue 21 Jan 14
King Joke says...
6:22pm Tue 21 Jan 14
JacobS says...
King Joke wrote:If the taxi drivers should collectively agree the price, the result will be a monopoly price (the higher price that results if all sales of a commodity are made by one company) rather than the market clearing price which is lower and means more sales take place but still guarantees a profit to the operators. Combine this cruel price-fixing with protectionist limits on new drivers getting licences and you have the current scam being perpetrated on Oxford residents. Not only Oxford though - it happens almost everywhere.
Why should they Andrew? Sitting in traffic costs them so why shouldn't they pass this cost on? If they were expected to absorb it they'd just put the mileage rate up.
As long as charges are agreed by a majority of drivers they should charge what they like - they have a right to earn a living like the rest of us.
7:00am Wed 22 Jan 14
King Joke says...
I travel to cities where black cabs are less regulated, and trust me you wouldn't want to ride around in the rubbish they license else
where. Peugeot E7 van conversion? No thanks!
wouldn't want to ride around in some of the rubbish that is licensed else where.
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Observe the fascinating fish and coral of beautiful Casuarina Point Reef during this picturesque shore dive in Grand Cayman.
Depart the pier for the brief transfer to Don Foster's Dive Shop, where you will be outfitted with all of the equipment required for this dive. After a briefing from your experienced PADI dive instructor, you will be guided around the Casuarina Point Reef. This shallow reef has a maximum depth of approximately 50 feet, thereby enabling 50 minutes of diving time. This is a perfect dive for those who have not dived in over two years, or for newly-certified or junior open-water divers.
Following the dive, you may opt to return to George Town for some shopping, or just relax by the pool or shore.
Please note: The maximum depth for this dive is 50 feet, and all required diving equipment is included. Guests are also welcome to bring their own dive equipment. The dive time is approximately 50 minutes in duration. There will be one dive master for every 12 guests. Guests are advised to wear a swimsuit under a cover-up, sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses, and bring a towel from the ship. All divers must present a valid certification card to participate in this tour, and fill out a medical waiver and liability release. The minimum age to participate in this tour is 12 years old.
NOTICE: All Oceania Cruises shore excursion fares are listed per person, and are subject to change and availability. Some tours are capacity controlled and may be withdrawn at any time without prior notice. Tour departure times are subject to change so please reference your actual tour ticket for the correct departure time. Minor children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a an adult parent or guardian on all shore excursions. While Oceania Cruises makes every effort to adhere to the specifics mentioned in each shore excursion description, circumstances may require otherwise. All shore excursion information contained on this website is subject to change without notice at Oceania Cruises' discretion. Oceania Cruises is not responsible or liable for typographical error, omissions or misprints.
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The crack and the leftward traverse are cruiser. The giant pockets of AJBT lead you into the left hand crux throw of the lower section. A few more intense moves deposit you just left of the Screaming Night Hog anchors and a pretty good rest. Launch straight up edges and fairly sustained .12+ climbing to reach the anchors.
Begin with the crack system for Schools Out and Jackabite, but trend left following the undercling system under the bulge. Clip one bolt from Screaming Night Hog and 2 from Aunt Jemima's Bisquick Thunderdome as you move left and onto the bulge. Now go left and straight up into the HB&S bolt line, to finish at the second pitch anchor of Colors of Heaven. Confused? Try it. It makes sense.
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