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1. Dark Schneider
A trash-talking, lecherous sorcerer capable of conjuring up destructive spells that could wipe out entire kingdoms and is hard enough to completely kill off. He's so overconfident of his abilities that his bragging annoys the hell out of his foes and even toyed with Ninja Master Gara at one point while making love to a woman.
2. Anti-Spiral
If a being like this fellow can manipulate probability and trap the minds of others in parallel worlds, then it's no wonder it took a galaxy-sized Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann to wipe him out.
3. Itachi Uchiha
The Magenkyo Sharingan just about made him an unbeatable ninja from being able to incinerate enemies within his focal point to summoning a giant spirit that creates both an ultimate offense and defense.
4. Alucard
The granddaddy of all vampires who can regenerate his body from just about any damage and likes toying with his foes before tearing them to shreds with his demon familiars.
5. Akuma
This Street Fighter has Ken and Ryu's abilities, but are of a better caliber with teleporting and a technique that sends the opponent to hell to add into the mix. If Bison couldn't beat him, then who can?
6. Sephiroth
The One-Winged Angel can wipe out planets and even when killed, he refuses to keep away for too long. You can ask Cloud about that personally.
7. Seijuro Hiko
The godliest swordsman in the world of Rurouni Kenshin who is able to effortlessly slice apart anyone foolish enough to face him.
8. Naraku
Keeps jacking himself up on Shikon shards becoming harder to kill and he knows it.
9. Sousuke Aizen
The Naraku of Bleach who manipulates the clueless heroes with an overpowered shikai.
10. Tenchi Masaki
The avatar of an omnipresent universal being with broken defensive power from the Light Hawk Wings and having the power to literally wreck apart the Tenchi Muyo OAV multiverse if his power surges out of control.
11. Broly
The only Dragonball character between anime and manga to be a proven galaxy-buster who could whip the Z Fighters around like they were nothing.
12. Nagato
Nothing like being able to control six bodies at once with some form of ridiculous ability like gravity repulsion, multiple summonings, resurrecting the dead and absorbing the chakra from any incoming ninjutsu.
13. Kisame Hoshigaki
The so-called "Jinchuriki with No Tail" thanks to his ridiculous reserves of chakra and chakra-whoring sword that allow him to vomit a lake from his mouth and take advantage of the helpless opponent underwater thanks to his shark-like body being capable of breathing and moving fast in the water.
14. Roberta
A woman who is feared even among those living in Ronapour thanks to her superhuman like strength, speed, endurance and skills with weapons, unarmed combat and stealth. Even Revy and the Lagoon Company had trouble dealing with this mercenary maid.
15. Mad Pierrot
A Victorian-era dressed genetically-enhanced madman who can float in the air, has his own personal force field that can handle explosions and heavy machine gun fire and a heavy arsenal of weapons that led to Spike running for his life in both confrontations he had with the guy.
16. Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann
Perhaps the largest mecha that I've seen in anime to date who towers over a universe and can chuck around galaxies like they are shuriken.
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Jeremy Denk
J.S. Bach's Great Jazz Riff
Jeremy Denk calls the Bach Goldberg Variations, "maniacal, in the best way" and refers to the piece as "the biggest jazz riff ever written."
Why Jeremy Denk Hates Bach's Goldberg Variations
The Goldbergs are like a friend you have who always does everything right; The sinking of the USS Minnesota; Making a Federal case out of the arts
What Could Classical Music Learn From Baseball?
Composer David Lang Says Music Could Learn From Baseball, Jeremy Denk's Rebuttal of That Opinion, Support for the Arts is Up, Is Storing Your Music in the Clouds a Good Idea?
ProMusica Makes Memorable Music with Pianist Jeremy Denk
In their final subscription concert this season, ProMusica Chamber Orchestra tackled a diverse program, ranging from music of Beethoven performed by pianist Jeremy Denk to the world premiere of a new work by Evan Chambers.
This Weekend ProMusica Chamber Orchestra Will "Think Denk"
Pianist Jeremey Denk will perform music of Beethoven with the ProMusica Chamber Orchestra this weekend.

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The pools were too small to accommodate all the people. The weather was hot and being in the water was the only place to be. With so many people the water became murking very quickly. I dont recall children leaving to go to the bathroom and there was a layer of sunscreen on the water. I dont feel that the water was being recycled quick enough. The coolest water was the vertical sprayers. The children were constantly jumping from the sides into the water. I witnessed a couple of children jumping on top of other people in the pool and they were hurt and crying. I went to a bartender and asked if they could make an announcement. They did, but it only lasted a short while. There are no signs anywhere that say NO JUMPING/DIVING. The bartender that took care of us all week ELLIOT was wonderful. He remembered our names and he was a delight, as was our wonderful room steward LEO. The excursion on St Maarten was great, we did the Regatta race. We didnt go into town afterwards because it was too hot. We made no plans in St Thomas and Nassau. We went to the pier and took a minivan with a driver for less money and had a wonderful experience.
One night we went to see Dancing with the Stars in the Manhattan room. The problem was, there were still people in there having dinner. You heard them talking and the dishes rattling while the waiters were working. I feel that the room should have been cleared of all diners before the show started. It was not a lounge/club setting. Im sorry to be so negative about the cruise. This was my vacation of the year and I was so looking forward to it. On the whole we had a great time, because we made it fun for ourselves. I feel that the managers of the ship have to review all our comments and take them into consideration for the future. Organizing so many people is difficult, but this is your business and you have to make it perfect for all. As you can see by the other comments it is not just me.
Happy Cruising!


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Outdoor Research Sizing Chart
|30 ½
|Hand Length
|6 ½ - 7
|7 ½ - 8
|8 ½ - 9
|9 - 9 ½
|Hand Circumference
|7 - 7 ½
|8 - 8 ½
|9 - 9 ½
|9 ½ - 10
|Hand Length
|5 - 6 ½
|7 - 7 ½
|7 ½ - 8
|Hand Circumference
|6 ½ - 7
|7 ½ - 8
|Hand Length
|4 ½
|5 ½
|6 ½
|Hand Circumference
|4 ½
|5 ½
|6 ½
|Head Circumference
|22 ½
|23 ¼
|One Size
|Small / Medium
|Large / X-Large
|Head Circumference
|22 ½ - 24
|21-5/8 - 22 ½
|23 ¼ - 24
|1-3 years
|3-6 years
|6-12 years
|Head Circumference
|22 ½
|4 - 7
|6 - 9
|8 - 11
|10 - 13
|12 - 15
|5 - 7
|7 - 9
|9 - 12
|Small / Medium
|Large / X-Large
|10 - 13
|1 - 6
Occasionally, certain items may vary slightly from the measurements above. All measurements are in inches and refer to approximate body size, not garment dimensions.
4.9 out of 5
168 Reviews
Terrific Lid!~
May 31, 2011
For those who think it's a bit overpriced, I respectfully disagree. There is terrific tech in this hat and it actually works, which almost none of the others I've tried do. I have a very large head and the XL fits me just fine. I would have bought it on the fit alone, but it is perfectly proportioned and it is very well made. Highly recommended!Pros: Great design, Build quality, Performance, Ease of use, looks great!
Best rain hat I've ever worn
May 07, 2011
Although, at the time of writing, I've only had the hat a few weeks, I can confidently say the Seattle Sombrero is, without a doubt, the best rain hat I've ever worn. I wear it golfing. The wide brim keeps the drips from running down inside the collar of my rain jacket's collar. The adjustable head band and chin strap keep it in place, without worries of it blowing off, when the wind picks up. That's another big plus in my book. I really like the hook & loop fasteners that let me fold the sides of the brim up when the rain's not as heavy. Unfortunately I can't comment on durability since I've only had it a few weeks, but I am impressed with the construction. Looks like it'll last a very long time.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Performance, Ease of use, Great value
You can never own too many OR hats
September 03, 2012
My husband has a winter one with ear flaps. We both have summer 'rain' hats. My 20 something son, when home to race with us, doesn't bother with hats but I bought him his own, an XL, since our L sizes don't fit him well. He would only wear it in the rain but it has a great brim to keep the rain forward of your eyes - what a concept when walking or sailing!
One Cool Hat
September 07, 2011
I weared this hat to soccer games in the Texas summer heat. It is light and provide good shade. I can wear it with sides up or down providing flexibility to your mood.Pros: Great design
June 12, 2011
I bought this for my husband's birthday. He says "This is a good multipurpose hat that is made really well." We were surprised how easy it was to wear several ways and look great! It fits well, is comfortable and seems like it will last really long. Nice color scheme - black and white.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever, Ease of use
My best hat ever
July 21, 2011
This is great...water resistance perfect, breathable yes..I have ordered large but was not so sure since I never ordered a hat from US before and it fit like a glove.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Performance, Ease of use, Cons: Cost
April 04, 2011
THIS IS A GREAT HAT. GORE-TEX FOR PERFECT WATERPROOF ABILITY. I WANTED ONE FOR YEARS. THOUGHT THE PRICE WAS STEEP. I GOT IT NOW AND ITS WORTH THE PRICE. I LIVE IN THE PACIFIC NW AND NEED THIS HAT. IT HAS BEEN RAINING ALOT LATELY AND THIS HAT WORKS GREAT! ITS COMFORTABLE, AND I LIKE THAT THE SIDES FOLD UP. ALOT OF PEOPLE LOOK AT IT WHEN I HAVE IT ON. I THINK IT LOOKS COOL TOO. ONLY HAD A FEW DAYS, SO DURABILITY I DON'T KNOW ABOUT. WILL THE VELCRO ON THE SIDE HOLD UP? I THINK IT WILL.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Performance, Ease of use, Great value, looks cool
Perfect Light Weight Protection
October 23, 2009
I've not worn it in the rain yet, that will come shortly, I'm sure. But the fit is comfortable and stable. The chin drawstring really keeps it in place with wind. Even when scrambling over boulders, it didn't shift around much. Stayed right where I wanted it: on my head. Washed up great with tap water and dried looking brand new. Seems like ti will keep it's shape through long travels. Good stuff!
Quality Product!
November 02, 2011
I am thoroughly amazed at the quality of this hat. It even has an adjustment tab for exact fit. Bends nicely with the wind, wicks water away easily, and with the yellow top, I am located easily. I am out at the sports fields, rain or shine, and this is the perfect accessory for what I do. The comfort is luxurious. I am quite pleased with the feel of the fabrics. Overall, this is the "Rolls Royce" of rain hats and I am thrilled OR makes them. A Must Have!!Pros: Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever, Performance, Ease of use, great feel
Great Deal
January 14, 2012
Great Hat. Very good quality.The Best price I found on the internet. it's an outstanding rain hat. I would recommend this to a friend. I will be getting another one to keep at work.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Great value
awesome hat
March 30, 2011
This is the perfect hat for quality and packability. It is Goretex and fits well. I especially like the ability to loosen or tighten the fit as needed.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Performance, Great value, Cons: none!
Great Hat!
August 20, 2008
It's definitely my favorite hat. On rainy days it kept me dry. On hot sunny days, I felt it kept me cooler. I fish with it on and use it even when I play tennis. My only minor disappointment is the Khaki color seemed to have a slight greenish tint.
Husband loves the hat!!!
December 12, 2009
We got one of these last Christmas for my husband and for his dad to wear fishing. My husband LOVES this hat and wears it in the Pacific NW rain to hike and hunt in. It definitely kept the rain from running down his back. Our teen son saw how well it worked and so his sister is giving him one for Christmas this year. The "complaints" about the hat being too warm aren't a negative for these guys in our wet weather. Buy one!!! You will love it!!!
Awesome All Climate Hat
August 28, 2009
Awesome hat that is flexible to weather conditions. Hiking a 14 teener from 70's at the base to 30's at the top, this hat was all I needed. Throw in some rain and the brim comes down to keep water off your face and neck. Flexible and easy to pack and it comes back to form. Great travel campanion and multi-climate hat!
Seattle Sombrero Hat
September 07, 2011
excellent hat. beautiful, but it's size is not mine. I need extra Large one. Still, the best looking hat so far. Way to go.. OR! When considering buying a hat, you look for its functionality and beauty. This satisfies both features.Pros: Performance
proof of best
November 22, 2011
I have had my seattle sombrero for 6-7 years. I wear it for rain or shine. I'm 60 and am now having skin cancers removed because I was to tough to wear hats when I was 5 - 50 years old. I always wear it for rain (waterproof# and sun #brim keeps face, ears, and neck covered#. If I put a headband on #over 60 F# for disc golf, I can adjust the hat size in 3 - 5 seconds with the inner band. Don't want to wear it inside? Hold the brim with both hands, "pop" #shake) it off, fold the wet side in and slide it into your sleeve. No problem! Think it is too dirty? Wash it in cold, gentle, air dry in dryer - again like new. I'm hoping it will soon show some wear - I need an excuse to get a blue one 'cause I wear blacks or blues 95% of the time. If you don't love it . . . . won't happen. I wear it 350 days a year. My other hats are keeping the dust off of my closet shelf.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever, Performance, Ease of use, very storable, Cons: Cost
Great in this neck of the woods..
April 18, 2011
I live north of Seattle. I wear glasses and am a photographer. I needed a hat that would keep the rain and drizzle off my glasses AND I needed a hat that - when I threw the camera up to my eye, would "give" or fold out of the way (versus most hats which have solid bills - they don't bend! You have to turn them around or take them off it you take photos with a pro body camera.. Utility aside, it fits great, feels great and has all sorts of mechanisms for keeping it on your head: an inside adjuster to tighten the fit, and a REMOVABLE chin strap (very cool that it is removable!!) It IS very expensive. If you can swing it, you will find it to be a first class, hardcore rain / sun / all duty hat. Highly recommended.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Performance, Ease of use, Cons: Cost
Keeps you dry
November 17, 2010
The rain has hit here in NW Oregon and while you may look a bit goofy in this hat, it will keep you dry and is less restrictive than a hood or umbrella. Above all it is a functional piece of kit, eschewing fashion in favor of practicality. As other reviewers have mentioned, it works great for the four-eyed among us keeping rain off the glasses and giving you a clear, unrestricted view.
luv this hat
June 05, 2011
it's lightweight and packs well. very comfortable fit and it's a high quality build. it has an inner band with a Velcro closure that makes size adjustment very simple. it secures well with a sliding closure device. haven't tried it in heavy rain yet but i'm confident it will work as well as all my other Outdoor Research gear.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever, Performance, Ease of use
Best in all conditions
November 12, 2007
My favorite rain hat. Sizing is generous so my 7 1/2 hat size fits easily into a large. Very packable!
Great Hat!!
November 27, 2007
I live in Western Washington and the Seattle Sombrero Hat is the best rain hat I have owned. it keeps my head dry, looks good and fits right. Thank you.
Great hat!
August 20, 2010
Does exactly what you think a hat should do...keeps sun out and is very comfortable.
One Cool Hat
September 07, 2011
I weared this hat to soccer games in the Texas summer heat. It is light and provide good shade. I can wear it with sides up or down providing flexibility to your mood.Pros: Build quality, Lasts forever, Performance, Ease of use, Cons: Cost
Great looking hat for all occasions!
October 05, 2008
New design with stiffer brim is nice improvement. Best hat ever for any type of wet weather from Alaska, Michigan , to Florida, I never travel without it! Always get great fashion sense compliments whenever I wear it.
Happy with the purchase!
October 03, 2011
Good quality and good performance. Works extremely well in the rain. I bouhgt this hat 3 weeks ago and have been using it alot. Live on the east coast and we've have had much rain this fall.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Performance
December 04, 2010
HAT GREAT IN RAIN OR OTHER INCLEMENT WEATHER - HOLDS UP WELL -WOULD PURCHASE AGAINPros: Build quality, Lasts forever, Performance, Ease of use
Great hat.
May 25, 2010
Love the sombrero...it keeps rain out and my head warm.
Outstanding product and exemplary service!
June 16, 2008
We purchased this hat for my husband who underwent a surgical procedure for skin cancer on his ear. He is a high school football coach and this hat was a blessing for him to continue to coach and be in the sun with protection. It is lightweight and comfortable and is appropriate for the hot Georgia sun. We also received this hat in quick fashion and was able to monitor the progress of the shipping with timely e-mails. Great!
Practical & versatile
July 21, 2009
Packs down well, gives a little warmth and can be tied on for wind-proofing. Wide brim sheds rain like an umbrella, with this and an overcoat you are monsoon ready. Highly recommended.
Good so far
August 31, 2008
This hat provides great sun protection and the adjustable band guarantees a perfect fit. It even absorbs sweat. I haven't had a chance to test it in the rain yet, but I bought it especially for my trip to the Amazon.
Seattle Sombrero
October 19, 2011
Seattle Sombrero is an outstanding rain hat! Received it on a Tuesday - next day - pouring rain. Put it on after taking 2 seconds to adjust the inner hatband - sheds rain better than any hat I have owned that was supposed to. Very comfortable - a bit warm from the inner lining, but the size of it keeps rain off the neck and shoulders - no more wearing a hood that sweats you up and minimizes the ability to hear all around you. Hoping it lasts a long time - previous Outdoor research products I own still in great shape - well made product - wish front brim a little stiffer and don't think this is an ideal hot weather hat, but for wearing in the rain - phenomenal!Pros: Great design, Build quality, Performance, Ease of use, Great value
December 10, 2011
NICE HET that I never have. looking very nice. I have to ware this hat when i hiking. I want to buy more then one. highest quality You have to buy. also this hat is great desing.Pros: Ease of use, Cons: Cost
Big Head
May 13, 2011
This is a really nice hat. Unfortunately it just didn't look good on me. It would be great if they made a rain hat with a firm crown. The only thing I have to say is that it runs small compared to all of the hats I have worn or tried over the years. My hat size puts me in XL but it's tight on my head.Pros: Build quality, Ease of use, Cons: runs small
Great hat for a wet environment
April 16, 2007
I used this hat sea kayaking in Prince William Sound - it rain 8 days in a row (still had a great trip). The hat was a life savor - looks goofy but sure works well.
Great Hat!
September 30, 2011
This hat is comfortable and great in the sun or the rain. Looking forward to years of use! Ideal for keeping the sun off your face and ears and rain off everything from your chest up!Pros: Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever, Performance, Ease of use
light weight crushable Goretex rain hat
August 13, 2012
Outdoor Research makes great rain gear...and this is one of their first and best rain hats. Light weight, with goretex, dries quickly and easy to clean, effective in keeping out rain, nice velcro tabs to flip up brim when not needed, folds and packs flat easily. Seattle Sombrero is my favorite rain hat. I wouldn't have ordered this hat had I known that Outdoor Research would have sent me a replacement for my old one, which developed a split seam. Their customer service rep told me it is replaceable under their "infinite warranty", so now I have two of them. The price for these on Altrec is the best around and best on the web, and they ship promptly.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever, Performance, Ease of use, packs easily, "infinite warranty"
March 12, 2009
What they don't tell you is that the brim has this thin, super light, rubber/foam, whatever, that will not only keep out every bit of rain, but also will keep you hat afloat on water! How cool is that! The other day we had a wild and strange downpour here in Ohio in the first few days of March, and I was hiking and did get caught up in the heavy rain, I had my Seattle Sombrero Hat on, and NO PROBLEMS, NATTA, NONE! I stayed SUPER AND TOTALLY DRY -- AS IN 100% DRY. You've found your hat, it's right here, order this feather-weight and let its' GoreTex become your best friend!!!
Great hat
April 05, 2007
This hat has an excellent fit, keeps you dry for a long time and is also waterproof!
A great hat
June 21, 2010
I love the hat, it protect me against the sun and also against the water
Great Hat
November 11, 2007
I love the hat. I took it on a trip sea kayaking in Croatia. It worked great. I have also used it hiking around our home in Germany. Great rainy day hat!
Nice Hat!
November 16, 2007
This hat is tastefully designed and fits well. It has a low profile which makes it look good. Chin cord loops should be more hidden, as they don't look good when the cord is removed.
Best for cool rainy climates
April 08, 2010
I'm sure this is a great hat for rainy, cooler climates. I live in a tropical area and this hat didn't have enough air circulation for this are. I suppose the name "seattle sombrero" should have clued me in. Nice hat, just not good for tropical. I'll keep it should I travel to a rainy area.
Great Hat, Rain or Shine!
November 16, 2010
I needed a rain hat for a trip, and the Seattle Sombrero certainly fit the bill. No wonder it's an award winner. It combines great function with style. I love it. One excellent feature is the adjustable head band, so that you can "fine tune" your size. Thanks OR and Altrec!Pros: Great design, Great value
Comfortable and Effect
January 28, 2011
While I had some initial sticker shock when first viewing the product, recommendations from coworkers persuaded me to go ahead with the purchase of the Seattle Sombrero. The hat is light, durable, keeps your head warm, and keeps the rain off. What more can you ask for in a rain hat? It was and is well worth the money.
100% Great
May 05, 2010
I Love it !!! Great Rain Hat
Very Functional
June 12, 2009
I coach track in ND and need sun protection on cold days. I keep the hat in my backpack always for sun, rain or cold protection and it takes up almost no space.
Love it!
February 06, 2012
Durable! Perfect for the Northwest winters. Purchased this one to replace another that we lost. I think this product will last forever. Great prices here at Altrec. Fast delivery!Pros: Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever, Ease of use, Great value
Water just rolls off
April 14, 2010
This hat is the best gift for rainy weather; water just flies off and keeps my head warm too. Its light weight, breathable and just a great hat to have for living in the Pacific NW.
great hat
September 22, 2008
second hat owned. one for my son and one for my husband. Perfect for all kinds of sporting weather: white water rafting, fishing, hiking, etc.
Great outdoor hat.
April 28, 2010
I am not a hat person so I was hesitant to purchase this, but needed something for a kayaking trip. This hat is great; it's light, broad enough to really give your head some shade and has several places you can adjust it. It's cute too. One day was very windy and had no problems with the hat staying on after making a few little adjustments. Great product!
Never leave without it
November 08, 2011
I have been working with cameras as a professional for well over 30 years. While hoods are usually conveniently attached to whatever jacket I wear they often drive me crazy when I need protection from rain. Even the most ergonomicly designed hoods just do not turn along with my head as far as I sometimes need and wind up obscuring my peripheral vision. Often the Gore-Tex material they are made of make lot of crinkling noises which interferes with ones ability to hear clearly. The brim is usually miminmal and often mangled if it was rolled up inside the collar. And surprisingly enough, many of the most expensive Gore-Tex Pro Shell jackets these days do not offer the stove away into collar ability which leaves the inside of the hood exposed to the elements. So if you don't put it on immediately when it starts raining, or you need to temporarily take it off during rainfall it immediately starts collecting water INSIDE the hood. Enter the Seattle Sombrero! I "discovered" the practicality of this product back in the '90ties and have never looked back. It's surprising how effective it is in keeping those water droplets off your face and head and yet leave you so free to do and see whatever and wherever. And as a cameraman that brim protects the viewing experience through the eyepiece so much better because it covers it far more than some minimalist brim on a hood would. This is particularly important because even if you have your camera (still photo or motion picture) fully covered with specially designed rain protectors, the eyepiece portion is always the weak spot that often remains unprotected for optimum viewing ability. Other manufacturers have attempted to make their own version, but none of them have quite nailed it as well as OR. Including the back brim which extends further than most so your neck and back remins dry even if you look straight down. The only wish I have is that the brim material was just a bit stiffer as one has to take some care when packing the hat. Make sure you put it in the bottom of your duffle so it lays relatively flat. If the brim lays folded too long it's rather difficult to ever have the crease go away... It has also become one of my most successful professional gifts to give.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever, Performance, Ease of use, Cons: Cost
Great rain hat
November 27, 2009
A light weight hat with GORE-Tex. It's a great water proof hat for heavy rain without the hassle of an umbrella. Wide brim keeps your vision clear during heavy rain fall.
very pleased with this hat!
May 13, 2008
I do love this hat! I would wear it here, I would wear it there, I would wear in anywhere! But seriously, I have had it just 2 weeks and it kept me dry while out for a lunchtime walk in the pouring rain, and the chin strap kept in on my head on a blustery sunny day. My husband borrowed it for a day of fly fishing, and now he is just trying to decide on a colour to buy one for himself.
Great Rain Hat
November 17, 2009
Fit is great, sizing chart really helped nail down correct choice. Well constructed, light weight, and functional. Great processing/shipping from Altrec!
May 06, 2007
Outdoor Research: Seattle Sombrero Hat is the best in spring,autumn as well as in heavy weather.
The best rain hat!
April 01, 2010
I recently purchased another Seattle Sombrero as a birthday present for my brother. I really loved the one I've had for 5 years - it stands up to the wettest, drippiest weather around the Pacific NW, so I thought it would be perfect for my brother who likes to bird watch in rain forest climates. It gives him great visibility, and no more drips down the back of his neck like other hats. He loves it and never travels without it.
Great, but order size up
October 25, 2010
Great hat. I use it to run in the rain and it sheds water effortlessly. I take a medium in just about everything, but had to send it back for a large. The adjustable head band can be tightened when I run in warm weather, but can also be loosened enough to allow a thin wool hat underneath in colder weather. Exactly what I was looking for.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Performance, Ease of use
great all-weather hat
November 27, 2009
this hat stuffs well into a pocket for quick access. Sheds rain without limit. Comfortable all year. The fold down ear muffs are great, a few gusts of cold wind made me really appreciate them in the snow and sleet.
Great hat that survived an all day snow
December 22, 2009
I wore it this past weekend all day in the snow and my head and neck stayed dry. Can't wait to wear golfing or fishing. I am a picky consumer and this is a quality product that I am very pleased with
Great hat!
April 27, 2008
This is a new hat for me, but I have tested it in rain and snow on the sidelines of a few soccer matches. It kept my face dry which is a huge plus since I wear glasses. The adjustable fit is great-especially in high winds. It did keep my head warm and dry. I look forward to many years of use. it seems well made of good materials.
My second sombrero...
July 01, 2010
I keep one on the boat and one in my truck. Keeps my noggin dry when I want to hunker down and wait it out or while moving on. OR makes great gear. Altrec seals the deal with great customer service. Peace.
Don't get why people like this hat
June 06, 2011
I don't get why people like this hat. Yes, it does keep you dry but any wind over 5 mph and the brim is folding up letting the rain or sun into your eyes and face. I also wanted to use the hat kayaking. Well the interior layer that overheats your head in the summer but keeps you warm in the winter soaks up the water like a sponge that drips down on your face after you do a roll. Nice if it is a warm day with fresh water but in the ocean it is an annoying dripping of salt into your eyes. It does pack nice into any sack. It would be helpful if OR put a stiff plastic interior brim into the front to keep it from flipping up in the 5 mph wind.Cons: Cost, Bad design, Low performance
where it rains
December 12, 2010
Perfect fit -- exactly what I need for hands free, hood free getting around in the rain. Haven't needed the chin strap yet but glad it's there. Thinking that the sizing does run small. Adult helmets are often borderline too big, even at smallest fitting. The small sombrero fits perfectly with no tightening of the headband.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Performance, Ease of use
great hat
December 23, 2009
Used it on my motorcycle during nasty downpours and works great.. actually have 2 of them - one on the bike and one for work
This hat is perfect for any situation.
September 14, 2010
it is very comfortable and keep rain away from the head.The GORE-TEX lining does a great job of keeping my head completely dry, in snow and rain. It is a bit warm,
Stay absolutely dry.
December 22, 2007
Being in law enforcement, we generally do not get to choose not to be out in inclement weather. This hat will keep your head and neck dry in the worst Oregon coast storms. The velcro adjustment strap inside ensures perfect fit and keeps the hat on your head even in strong winds. I would recommend this hat to anyone who plans to be in any sort rain or snow storms.
Oh, how I Love this Hat!
June 17, 2010
I live in Oregon and have horses. I am outside every single day! This hat has kept me dry in a endless winter of rain! I bought a size larger than I needed, so I could fit a thin wool hat under this hat for added warmth. It tightens with Velcro straps if you want it to fit snug for windy days!
Totally awsome
October 14, 2008
This is the third 'Seattle Sombrero' I have owned. It is a perfect hat for hiking, biking, or any other outdoor activity in the wet Seattle weather!
I like the gortex
March 07, 2013
hat fits great Im 5'4" 130 I got size small it could fit a bit bigger I have a ton of hair so if you have alot or not a lot of hair take that into consideration.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever, Ease of use, Cons: Cost
September 05, 2007
The Seattle Sombrero Hat is perfect for working outdoors in areas where it rains a lot. It definitely keeps the rain off of your head and since the back is a little bit longer it stops the rain on top of the hat from sliding down your back. It is a great hat and should definitely be the top choice for outdoor activities.
functional, not fashionable
December 13, 2008
I wouldn't backpack without it. Handles all but the most driving rain without using a hood, making it easier to both hear and avoid overheating. Also does a good job of keeping rain off glasses.Keeps my head warm to about 20 degrees
February 11, 2008
My Daughter just happens to live in Seattle and we have now purchased Four Seattle Sombrero hats. They are perfect in everyway,for rain, maybe even sun! You can have them with you constantly, on, or around your neck, and they fold easily so can put them in a pack or purse. Don't stop making them, They should give them out at SEATAC! Thanks, Sue Collins
I couldn't live without it!
June 01, 2009
I've owned one of these for several years, and recently lost it. I immediately ordered another, and was pleasantly surprised to find out how much they have improved it! The stiffer brim is a huge improvement. I take it everywhere!
Keeps you dry
November 17, 2010
The rain has hit here in NW Oregon and while you may look a bit goofy in this hat, it will keep you dry and is less restrictive than a hood or umbrella. Above all it is a functional piece of kit, eschewing fashion in favor of practicality. As other reviewers have mentioned, it works great for the four-eyed among us keeping rain off the glasses and giving you a clear, unrestricted view.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Performance, Ease of use, Cons: Cost
No more wet hair.
July 20, 2009
Was so tired of trying to keep a hood up or maneuver an umbrella in the wind and rain. The Seattle Sombrero keeps me dry and the velcro on the sides gives me a bit of a "cowgirl" look which is fun. The craftmanship is very nice.
Great for hiking in the smokies
April 28, 2010
Awesome waterproof hat. Good quality as expected from Outdoor Research. Second hat from them. Keeps rain off - better than a hood - so you can actually hear the surroundings.
Great Birding and Fishing Rainhat
August 20, 2011
I bought this hat specifically for fishing and birding in the rain. It is not only confortable, but keeps me very dry, without a buildup of moisture in the rim. It has velco on the sides of the hat to turn up the brims as you may wish. It also has a chin strap which is handy when powering a boat in the wind. All around great early winter rain hat.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Performance
Great Hat for Spring Rains
February 13, 2013
Wanted one of these for a long time and pulled the trigger at a great price and color from ALTREC. Hat worked great during a recent stormy weekend and will be great for the months ahead before the hot and dry Texas summer!Pros: Great design, Performance, Great value
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August 04, 2008
I love the Outdoor Research sombrero gortex hat. The black and grey is very attractive and the hat is very comfortable and waterproof. Your service was equally great, and your easy exchange for the right size was most appreciated. I love your satisfaction guarantee and feel safe in purchasing from your company in the future.
A very comfortable and waterproof hat A+++ Dave- Calif
August 02, 2010
I backpack in the Sierra's and this hat is perfect for those conditions. Light weight, stuff it anywhere and when the T-storms hit, pull it out and put it on. PERFECT
good for the rain
April 28, 2010
This is a good hat to wear in the rain, and on a sunny day because it is light weight, but on a windy day it won't hold. The Hat does need some time to be broken in and in the beginning can seem to be a bit flimsy. I love the strap on the back of the rim on the inside of the hat you can adjust the size of it. Good hat overall and I like it, but better on a rainy day.
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March 08, 2010
I've been using this particular make and model of hat for the last 10 or more years. Both in the wilderness and (in basic solid black) on the streets of NY City and San Francisco. This is not merely a hat. It's a piece of finely-crafted technical gear, that one can rely on. I've worn these in the Sierra Nevada, in the desert canyons of Baja, at remote hot springs, and at one of the Yankess vs Boston Red Sox playoff games at old Yankee Stadium. Keeps one cool. Keeps on dry. VERY rugged. Very functional. Pricey? Yes... very. But worth every penny.
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What is meant by "Social Media"? They are web-based media for sharing images, writing and voice. Using appropriate social software tools and web hosts, we can write and share blogs, record and share podcasts, upload photographs for nominated friends or all to see, make internet TV, or upload and share videos, and much more. Perhaps most importantly we can create, join and participate in virtual communities, form new friendships and reconfirm old ones, recommend websites or products, share jokes or sad stories, and in many other ways engage socially on the Internet.
An industry has grown up around this social networking and there are now many social marketing jobs available. This page helps you find out more ...
There is a lot of buzz about the social use of communication media. Whether you are sharing your words, video-sharing or photo-sharing, the most important aspect is the control that the user has to publish whatever they want to the web. Internet users are no longer passive recipients of information placed there by organizations and institutions. Instead they are active contributors and publishers. Social software tools have levelled the playing field.
They are designed to build a sense of community amongst the users. So working on a computer is no longer a private, individual pastime - it can be a communal activity. The communities might be mirrors of physical communities (e.g., universities, cities, football clubs) or might be virtual communities based on interests. The use of social technology in education is becoming ever more important as children are brought up surrounded by its use.
Another important aspect of the social revolution we are experiencing is in the speed at which our ideas can be communicated over vast distances and with huge numbers of people. Twitter is a prime example of the way in which communication has been changed in this respect. Major events can be described, and even world-changing demonstrations can be organized by using just 140 characters in a tweet. The infographic below shows the growth of Twitter and its prospects for 2012.
Using #hashtags makes it possible to search easily for tweets on a particular topic. Here is a poster of the most popular educational Twitter hashtags:
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Collaborating online is so much easier now with the social software available. Instead of sending drafts of documents to all those working on a particular document, it is now possible for them to work together modifying documents stored online. This is particularly useful for teachers wanting to share information and collaboratively create courseware. It is also useful for class work in which groups of students work together on a project.
See the "Google Docs in Plain English" video by Lee Lefever on how to create and share documents, spreadsheets and presentations online.
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The Word: Jimmy Fallon will parody Game of Thrones tonight
Attention, fans of Game of Thrones based comedy: Your very specific niche interest will be catered to tonight on "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon."
Fallon will premiere "A Game of Desks" tonight on his show, according to Access Hollywood. Fallon's show has created a number of other office-based parodies of popular TV shows, including "Lost" and "Downton Abbey." From the photos, it looks like they'll be starting their parody with Season One. Fallon appears to be dressed as Ned Stark, who – two-year-old spoiler alert – is no longer around on "Game of Thrones." Or at least, well, not all of him. Sometimes his decaying head makes cameos.
Fallon also appears to be dressed as Daenerys in one photo. Will he be more comfortable with nudity than the real Daenerys? At least one "Game of Thrones" star has had enough of baring her breasts, according to the New York Post.
"One of the girls in the show who got her [dress] off the most in the first couple of seasons now doesn't at all," GoT star Oona Chaplin, who plays Talisa Maegyr, told reporters. "She said, 'I want to be known for my acting, not for my breasts.' "
Oona didn't specify who she was referring to, but Emilia Clarke, who plays Daenerys Targaryen, certainly fits: She sure used to go naked on the show, and she sure doesn't anymore.
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Marathon Man (1976)
A graduate student and obsessive runner in New York is drawn into a mysterious plot involving his brother, a member of the secretive Division. This film, famous for its excruciating "Is it safe?" torture scene by a Nazi dentist, is a spy classic with an all star cast.
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PGA Tour pro Kevin Chappell returned home Monday to spend some time at Children's Hospital Central California.
It is a cause the Valley native believes in, so Chappell thought it would be great to give the kids a break from the everyday challenges they face. And he did that by teaching them a little bit about the game he loves.
Chappell, a graduate of Buchanan High School who went on to help lead UCLA to an NCAA Championship, is now enjoying some success on the PGA Tour. And he has created a foundation to benefit the kids at Children's Hospital.
Chappell got the idea because he has family and friends who have been helped by Children's Hospital, and now he wants to do something in return.
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W.O.D.: D Long Intervals
ME: Push Jerk
Post loads to comments. 5-10 minutes rest then CFE S&C WOD.
Three rounds for time of:
9 Front Squats, 135/95
21 Ring Dips
Post time to comments.
3+ Hours Before or After CFE Strength & Conditioning WOD
Single-Sport (SS)
Choose ONE of the following sports:
Lactate Shuttle
Swim (TUE): 5:00 on, 2:30 off, 6:00 on, 3:00 off, 7:00 on
Bike (TUE): 5:00 on, 2:30 off, 6:00 on, 3:00 off, 7:00 on
Run (TUE): 5:00 on, 2:30 off, 6:00 on, 3:00 off, 7:00 on
C2 Row (TUE): 5:00 on, 2:30 off, 6:00 on, 3:00 off, 7:00 on
Perform each set at just short of maximal effort. Post sport and distances to comments.
Multi-Sport (3S)
Choose ONE of the following sports:
Swim (MON): 5:00 on, 2:30 off, 6:00 on, 3:00 off, 7:00 on
Bike (WED): 5 x 5:00 TT, spin/rest 3:00
Run (TUE): 5:00 on, 2:30 off, 6:00 on, 3:00 off, 7:00 on
Post sport and distances to comments.
Whiteboard Wednesday
Workout Legend | Demonstrations | General FAQ | EnduranceFAQ | S&C FAQ | WOD RSS Feed
Comments (21)
|Chad Brinkley
on Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at 06:06 pm
Late run WODI did the three sport Run WOD on Tuesday: 800 Warm Up + Drills; 5:00 On (1300 Meters), 2:30 Off, 6:00 On (1550 Meters), 3:00 Off, 7:00 On (1800 Meters); 800 Cool Down + Mobility work.
I did a local S&C WOD on Tuesday afternoon:
Strength: Snatch Practice, 5x3 Snatch (65, 85, 105, 115, 115 Fail), Squat Clean Practice, 5x5 Squat Clean (45, 65, 75, 95, 105)
Conditioning: 5 Rounds of [2 15' Rope Climbs, 15 Pull Ups, 15 Lunges @65, 15 HRPU, 15 Slam Balls @35] + 2 Rope Climbs
|Jake Fisher
on Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at 07:40 pm
Whiteboard WednesdayInteresting.
I'm glad NONE of that applied to me, JMac ;) That's why I saved that video to my Favorites on YouTube.
|Sel Marie
on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 03:56 am
EnduranceIve been tweeking the wkouts and training with my crossfit group for our up comming mini crossfit challenge in pur city March 31st.
Todays Endurance with CF partner 5rounds 800 meters overhead squays at 45#.
23min 48sec
on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 04:19 am
SS Run5 min-.77mi
Iced my legs down last night and diid some extra foam roller work before the run. This helped out a bunch. Happy with my times.
Will be doing the the S&C Wod in an hour or so and I'm actually looking forward to it..not so much the front squats but the Push Jerk and ring dips.
on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 04:22 am
Re: Whiteboard WednesdayNo doubt. I'm on the same boat named "Guilty" holding a different oar.
Guess I will see you next week in ATX. We can commiserate and create a self help group.
|Alan Pamayo
on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 04:37 am
Endurance RunEndurance WOD: .75, .89, & 1.05 miles (2.69 total)
S&C WOD after work again.
on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 09:14 am
S&CME Push Jerk:2x135, 157, 180, 190, 195.
Pretty similar to my split jerk weight. Not having bumper plates is a drag. It makes oly lifts a little more difficult sine you have to control the weight all the way back down and confidence adding weight isn't as high because you just can't throw the weight down if you get stuck.
S&C: Rx'd 8:27. Rings dips are no joke.
Great whiteboard Wed video. It's good to hear from the experts that it's okay to pace oneself and not be "WOD Drunk" everyday. Thanks!
|Jon LaRue
on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 09:50 am
This awesomeThis is a priceless bit of info. It reminds me to not kill myself, I am guilty of trying to do daily at times. Great post thanks!!
on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 10:44 am
S&C workout4:55 Loved it!
|MarcD (Belgium)
on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 11:26 am
enduranceI've been following your program for about six monyh now and i'm feeling al lot of improvement in power and speed. I'm mainly a endurance mountainbiker.
I follow your endurance program twice a week and on sunday there is mostly a longer hard ride or compitition.
in adition ai ride to my wirk on my bike wich is a single distance of 35km.
isnt this to much? should i skip in these workouts?
on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 01:38 pm
Whiteboard TruthLoved Whiteboard Wednesday message...just what I needed to hear. Thanks!
on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 02:14 pm
wodAM - SS run that was meant to be yesterday.
My distances are pretty meaningless as my foot pod seems to underestimate distance when i get the pose right. For 'normal' heel striking it is bang on, but for pose it underestimates, i recon by anything up to 20%
but they were 0.75, 0.85, 1.0. maybe a gps system would be better if running using pose? has anyone else had this problem?
PM S&C no ME effort today, didnt want to overload after earlier run, especially having seen the WBW - thanks a lot JMac! good to get brought down to earth every now and then, although i still consider myself indestructible!!
took 9:57, more leisurely than i would have liked, but found the dips tough. triceps will be pleased in morning! i did them on parallel bars and included knees to chest to work core a bit.
have a goodun!
|O.T. Ingram
on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 03:35 pm
Strength & S/CSTRENGTH: 95x2, 115x2, 135x2, 145x2, up to 185. I had to clean all sets.
S/C 5:12 as RX'd
|Brad Williams
on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 04:24 pm
3/14/12 WODStrength & conditioning this morning. Push Jerk- 115/10reps, 130/10reps, 140/8reps, 155/6reps, 165/4reps, 175/2reps, 180/1rep. Circuit- 125lbs. for Front Squat and regular dips- 5:09 minutes. Skin is still chaffed so I played basketball for 40 minutes before I had to leave. Mobility tonight and full rest tomorrow.
|Alan Pamayo
on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 05:37 pm
S&C WODWOD as RX'd: 7:08 (ring dips are brutal for me)
|Alan Pamayo
on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 05:38 pm
Oh, and ...
ME Push Jerk (5x2): 135, 165, 185, 205, 225
on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 06:28 pm
WOD ResultsME: Push Jerk 95x2, 135x2, 165x2, 185x1, 200x1 (tied PR), miss 205 (so close to getting it), miss 205, miss 205
S&C: 6:27, Rx'd. Dips were tougher than I expected. Probably due to no rest btwn SWOD and S&C.
on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 06:41 pm
S&C WODWent to the Powerlifting gym for the WOD today.
Box Squats: 165# 2 RM - that's a PR!
WOD (I had to modify)
125# DL for the front squats (5# above BW)
run across a 6500 soft gym to do ring dips
10:06 - ring dips about killed me.
I am so ready for a rest day, but I have my project I started with the area boxes called Girl on Girl - before anyone gets too excited; there is no oil involved that I know of = it is an all girl workout doing a girl named benchmark WOD. Unfortunately, tomorrow is Elizabeth. More ring dips.Yippee!
|Jake Fisher
on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 08:14 pm
Daily ResultsCFE OFF - WOD OFF - STRENGTH ONLY
Push Jerk (ME) = 190# still ;)
>> 95(4)-145(2)-145(2)-175 - then I was interrupted to teach POSE running concepts w/ skills & drills to our 6pm Class (WOD tonight was 5K Run). I had 1 guy GET IT; he ran the whole 5K in POSE form w/ only a couple tiny form breaks. And I had a "thicker" girl run the whole 5K w/o walking; the longest she's ever run in her entire life. She said that learning to use her hamstrings and running upright/erect made all the difference in making running easy. She was weeping awesome tears of joy when she finished. What an amazing feeling as a coach! WOW!
So, I went back and tried 195#... I actually didn't even attempt it. I pulled it from the rack, and in rack position it didn't feel good. It didn't feel like it was anywhere after my 20-min break for teaching POSE. That was around 7pm. Then I heard 30 muscle-ups buzz through the box, I DEFINITELY wasn't going to attempt 195#. Saving my shoulders, thkuvrymuch!
on Thursday, March 15, 2012 at 03:52 am
StuartFStuart, my foot pod is pretty much spot on at estimating my distance. I always calibrate mine a few times just to make sure its getting the same calibration factor. Mae sure you are running pose when calibrating and calibrate it a few times just to confirm. If you do this you shouldn't have an issue.
on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at 06:24 am
s/c wodpush jerk 205 missed 225
wod 3:22


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"Gunslinger" is a fun, safe indoor shooting set. Test your aiming skills up to 20 feet away! Knock down cans and bottle with the target shooter utilizing safe infra-red beam. When you hit the can you will hear the distinctive electronic "Ricochet" sound as the can files up.Learn More
Scrabble by Hasbro$6.91
It's your favorite word game with even more ways to play!
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Twister by Hasbro$6.91
Twister is a classic party game that is as much fun for kids today as it was decades ago. Set the spinner in motion to tell the players which hand or foot to place on which colored dot on the vinyl play mat. Watch your friends get twisted up in knots trying to obey the spinner without falling down. Fun and physical, it is a great way to get a slow party going, or to liven up a quiet afternoon.
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Monopoly Board Game Hasbro$6.91Live the life of a real estate tycoon with the classic Monopoly game. Monopoly is a game of luck and strategy as two to eight players strive to build a financial empire through real estate. The game is recommended for ages 8 years and up, but fun for all ages. Enjoy this family-friendly game that's been played by generations of people. A sturdy cardboard game board and dice are included in the set, providing you with all that you need to begin playing immediately. Learn More
Clue Game 2013 Edition by Hasbro$3.91
The mystery you love to solve again and again is even more intense! Clue is back with a modern twist, and you have to find out who is responsible for murdering the host at a millionaire's mansion or a boardwalk. Get the scoop on the updated rooms, weapons and guests, and start detecting! Was it Plum with the wrench in the bedroom? Or Green with the pistol in the kitchen? Narrow down what you know and make your accusation! If you're right about the location, weapon and suspect, you're the mystery winner!
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Slide, collide and score to win the game of Sorry! Draw cards to see how far you get to move one of your pawns on the board. If you land on a Slide you can zip to the end and bump your opponents' pawns – or your own! Jump over pawns and hide in your Safety zone while getting powers with the 2 power-up tokens. Keep on moving and bumping until you get all three of your pawns from your color Start to your color Home. But watch out, because if you get bumped, Sorry! It's all the way back to Start!
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A Place at the Table
3 out of 5 Stars
Directors • Kristi Jacobson, Lori Silverbush
Rated • PG
Recommended to • Those interested in (or completely unaware of) the starvation epidemic that continues to plague America despite an overabundance of available food.
"A Place at the Table" is a well-constructed documentary the features a handful of profiles of families that are struggling to feed themselves and those who are trying to help them put food on the table. The film also examines the politics behind starvation and how an antiquated welfare system is in desperate need of a retrofit. It doesn't have a lot of answers, but it is a nice introduction to a conversation that needs to continue.
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Sports Blog: Spurs should gamble by making trade
The NBA trade deadline is Thursday, and the rumors are in full effect.
The Spurs currently sit atop the Western Conference, but the rumors are rampant with the Spurs trading for a big man.
Josh Smith and Al Jefferson are the two rumored targets, even though there has been no real talk from the Spurs about even shopping around. C
hances are the Spurs will run with the roster they have, since it has served them well this season, and hope for the best.
The Spurs are the deepest team in the NBA, with Tony Parker and Tim Duncan playing at an all-star level.
Last season, the Spurs lost in the Western Conference Finals and feel this team is improved enough to get over the hump. Tiago Splitter has emerged as a solid starter, Kawhi Leonard is much improved, and the Spurs (so far) have stayed healthy. Looks great for the Spurs, but I feel they should take a risk, and make a trade.
Like it or not, the NBA is a star-driven league. The Miami Heat are the favorites to win it all, and it's because they have the best player in the league, along with Chris Bosh and Dwayne Wade. And if that's not enough star power, the Heat also added Ray Allen, just in case.
Now the Spurs do have two all stars, as mentioned above, but another near all-star would really put this team over the top. Adding Al Jefferson or Josh Smith gives the Spurs the best frontcourt in the NBA, and probably adds a few years to Tim Duncan's career. A trio of Parker, Duncan, and Jefferson/Smith would be able to withstand the onslaught of the Durant/Westbrook and the Heat's super friends. The Spurs certainly have the depth to trade for a big piece, with plenty to spare. Giving up an emerging Tiago Splitter, along with 1 or two more pieces should be enough to land a top player.
The question is, do the Spurs need to gamble? Perhaps the deep bench of the Spurs is enough to compliment Parker and Duncan, along with the best coach in all of sports. What if a trade disrupts the locker room and the chemistry that this team has, and the Spurs just aren't the same without as much depth? Also, most new players don't get acclimated with Coach Pop's system until year two. Would a trade even help the Spurs in 2013? Plenty of people are in the "if it aint broke don't fix it" boat, and I really do see their point.
Bottom line is this -- it has been six years since the Spurs last won an NBA title. This team and the franchise have been able to stay towards the top of the league, but they need a boost to get back to the Promised Land. Trading some of that amazing depth is the only way to do so, since top free agents aren't rushing to live in San Antonio, no matter how good the Tex Mex food is. Pulling the trigger now might not guarantee an NBA title this season, but it wouldn't hurt, and going into next season with three legitimate stars would certainly increase their odds in the 2013-2014 season.
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NASA wants GSA to dispose of Hangar One, Moffett airfield
Original post made on May 10, 2012
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on May 10, 2012 at 2:59 pm
on May 10, 2012 at 3:15 pm
The headline of this story is misleading. The GSA hasn't made a decision to dispose of Hangar 1 yet.
I sure hope they do. Tear it down already.
There is still a lot of military left on Moffett. Is the plan to have all that move out as well? I don't know what we'd do with half of that place. It's got to be polluted after all those years of military use.
Another couple decades yelling at the Feds for more money to clean it up. Awesome.
on May 10, 2012 at 3:18 pm
summertime airshows?
on May 10, 2012 at 4:41 pm
Did anyone ever give Google an answer to their generous offer to reskin the hangar?
on May 10, 2012 at 6:59 pm
Someone who doesn't have to live with the mess it will cause will look at a map and say something like "Let's turn Moffett Field into a commercial airport. It's near freeways. It has a light-rail connection. There can be a shuttle to the planned High Speed Railroad. It has a railroad spur. It's close to major business headquarters. There are no tall buildings in the flight path. It looks like it can handle bigger planes than San Jose. In its current situation, Moffett Field is a severely underused community resource. With proper development, it could become a major Bay Area multimodal transportation hub and raise property values in and taxes for the cities that surround it."
on May 10, 2012 at 8:26 pm
OMG, NO! has resurrected one of the first ideas for what to do with Moffett Field when the Navy left (turn it into an airport) and pointed out a number of advantages.
Here are a number of disadvantages:
Noise. Regular, frequent airline landings and takeoffs will subject Sunnyvale, Mountain View, Palo Alto and even Santa Clara to more noise, more frequent noise, and noise at more times of the day than were common during the Navy's heyday. Such a move, taken to its logical conclusion, could mean closing SJC and moving noise and air pollution from a large part of San Jose to the cities surrounding Moffett Field. There are a number of advantages of that to San Jose, but I doubt they would consider them worth the cost of losing their downtown airport.
Cost. The cost to develop this idea would far exceed the cost of re-skinning Hanger One and probably involve tearing down the hanger anyway. The developers would say they would bear the cost but I'd be very surprised if the cities didn't wind up contributing big bucks some way or other--most likely in reduced tax income.
Global Warming. To avoid drowning a significant part of the runways, both would have to be lifted a meter or two--at least--at immense cost. Japan actually did this for an airport in a bay near Tokyo. Now they have discovered that the great weight of all that land fill is sinking the airport, while the sea level is rising. Or, the other end of the runways would have to be extended across 101 into the neighboring Sunnyvale golf course and industrial park. Reconstruction of 101 to put it under the runways (and the light rail and railroad spur), as well as the Mathilda, 237, and Ellis interchanges would also be very expensive. And, the buried 101 would be below sea level with additional operational costs to keep it dry.
Airport design. But just lifting or extending the runways is not enough. Current airport design best practices would put much greater distance between the two runways to allow maximum traffic in bad weather, requiring much more land than is available. San Francisco wanted to solve that problem with more Bay land fill and was rightly shot down.
on May 10, 2012 at 10:20 pm
"Derailing restoration plans for Hangar One and causing anxiety over Moffett Field's future, the head of NASA wants to assign the General Services Administration to determine the fate of Moffett Federal Airfield and Hangar One."
This is a classic case of "passing the buck"...
One wonders if the Navy and then Nasa painted itself into a proverbial corner after 15 years of negotiation and discovery, and decided this was the most cost effective, and risk/responsibility avoiding way to get out of the situation.
Still, if Mountain View were to retain ownership of this land, it would be a good opportunity for redevelopment and open space.
on May 10, 2012 at 10:25 pm
"Someone who doesn't have to live with the mess it will cause will look at a map and say something like "Let's turn Moffett Field into a commercial airport. It's near freeways. It has a light-rail connection. There can be a shuttle to the planned High Speed Railroad. It has a railroad spur. It's close to major business headquarters. There are no tall buildings in the flight path. It looks like it can handle bigger planes than San Jose. In its current situation, Moffett Field is a severely underused community resource. With proper development, it could become a major Bay Area multimodal transportation hub and raise property values in and taxes for the cities that surround it."
All very valid points, IF one were starting from scratch and didn't have a newly built airport just minutes away that is less than 70% of capacity.
There's simply not a good economic reason to sink so much money into something we don't need now, and may never need in the future...sort of like High Speed Rail.
on May 11, 2012 at 10:26 am
We don't need a second airport, San Jose Airport is working well with a new terminal, we do need housing close to jobs which should reduce the impact on the highways which are overloaded.
on May 11, 2012 at 11:44 am
@Doug Pearson: They wouldn't have to raise the runways. They could just build a dike. Or build two dikes to mitigate the problem if one fails. Two dikes would still be cheaper than lifting hundreds of acres of land.
on May 12, 2012 at 11:15 am
It's a disgrace how the Obama administration ignores the Bay Area community and the Congressional delegation of his own party. He could order NASA to accept the proposal to re-skin the hangar, which should have been done by now. It's a national disgrace that NASA and the NAVY have been blowing off fixing Hangar one
on May 13, 2012 at 7:25 pm
A hanger for a blimp that crashed 75 years ago? Tear it down already.
on Jun 12, 2012 at 4:00 pm
Do whatever - just NO AIR TRAFFIC!!!
Get Google planes and National Guard out of there! They have no regards for the communities and the people. They fly in and out and do touch and go's really late at night. ENOUGH!
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He's had plenty of practice in collecting and balancing out Sage Chakra, given that he had been training with shadow clones as well. It's not too surprising that he can collect it now. He can probably hang on to, and ration the chakra better too, meaning it will last a bit longer.
So apparently Kurama and Gyūki can fire tailed beast balls like machine guns, but of course they can't match up to a freaking solid beam of black chakra. I'm surprised they were able to shield themselves in time, considering how fast Juubi is proving to be. Kurama's clearly given Kakashi and Guy a lot of chakra, considering the former was able to suck in an entire tailed beast without breaking a sweat, and Guy looked like he was about to die.
I'm pretty sure their gambit isn't going to pay off, but it might help improve the situation a bit by forcing Ten Tails to expend more of its power. It might be Kurama's plan to reduce its power to a point where it will be struggling to fight, and more importantly, prevent Obito from establishing the Infinite Tsukyomi.
Way to show us how Kakashi still picks up on stuff faster than ever. More importantly, I want to see how Kishimoto plans to have that ten-tailed beast taken out considering how strong he made it seem.
Be careful what you ask of me, I never could say no to you...
Taken out? Are you sure that will be the outcome? From what the Sage said, all nine beasts will become one again, and changes will happen. That doesn't sound like the ten tails will be taken out, unless it's temporarily defeated, and its power is used to change the world for the better, in a way that doesn't just cover everything up with lies?
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Taken out? Are you sure that will be the outcome? From what the Sage said, all nine beasts will become one again, and changes will happen. That doesn't sound like the ten tails will be taken out, unless it's temporarily defeated, and its power is used to change the world for the better, in a way that doesn't just cover everything up with lies?
Good question. By taken out I just mean generally defeated but now you have me wondering what they'll actually do with it. Restore the tailed beasts? Leave it as one beast and seal it and/or disperse the energy and use it to change the world for the better (as you mentioned)? Personally I keep thinking that they COULD restore the beasts but it doesn't seem likely. If anything it seems like we might just have to say good bye to them at the end considering that the Sage of the Six Paths told the young beasts that they would all one day be one again. Which of course makes you wonder just where in the world Kishimoto could go with that. Since we are nearing the climax of the story I mean, do you think he'd just have it sealed again or dispersed? In my opinion I don't think he'd seal it again but I can't for the life of me imagine what he would with it.
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This is really getting interesting. I wonder if Kishimoto is going to do the same thing which I told my friend.
10th is 750,000 out of 1,000,000 in my eyes. Due that Kishi afraid to kill off 8th & 9th in this battle. Cause if he did. He would get hatred badly by alot of people.
Question still remain is. Where is the 1st tailed beast. Shukkaku the Ichiibi.
It seem like we won't see Sasuke & Orochimaru any time soon, unt'l they pop at the very end with an major cliff hanger xD
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The translation I saw of what Kurama said was: "There is no point trying to measure it. You will only find that it can't be measured."
Where is Shukaku? It's obvious, he's been combined with the other six tailed beasts Obito had acquired.
Kishi afraid to kill off the tailed beasts? I don't think so. He's kept them alive thus far since no human can muster the strength to defeat it. They're there to give the Juubi a fight, and will try to wear it down. Problem is, the odds aren't in their favour. I'm wondering if Obito and Madara are unable to control Kurama because he's been sealed inside a Jinchuuriki. Whatever the case, Obito wants to get things over with, but Madara wants to play cool. The difference in intention might slur their teamwork.
New chapter is out, and all I can say is: ABOUT DAMN TIME!!!
Very interesting switch. The friends coming to rescue the hero, fits with before when they told him not to try to do everything himself.
Seems we finally get the love answer from kishi and it's Naruto+Hinata
Wow. Gotta say it was pretty awesome to see nearly everyone on the same page like that O_O
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You could say... They're all on the same page! Seriously though, I'm happy to see that it looks like Naruhina, but they better not die.
Something horrible is about to happen.
Be careful what you ask of me, I never could say no to you...
Thing are getting way to crazy! I wonder how Sauske is going to fit in all this I mean Naruto will be wipe out by the end of this fight. I hope Kishi gives us some clues about Sauskes whear abouts in the next chapter.
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May you rest in peace, Nara Shikaku & Yamanaka Inoichi. You both have done an good deed for the village of the Leaf & The War of the 4th. Now it's time for Yamanaka Ino & Nara Shikamaru to take over the name.
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Dang, that's a heck of a way to go. Still... I wonder if they survived somehow. One of them could have done something about it, perhaps. We'll have to see. How many times has Kishi written some text at the end of a chapter that's turned out to be false? Quite a few times. I wonder how Shikaku managed to come up with a strategy in... it can't be much more than a minute.
And also, something horrible has happened, and will possibly continue to happen until the strategy works, or they're all dead.
Hmph... Madara stating the basics of war is kind of amusing, in the sense that he doesn't realise that the mind of the Shinobi Alliance is still very much alive. Shikamaru has been underestimated before, several times and his opponents rarely live to regret that mistake.
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First Buses submit plans for huge Hythe depot (From Gazette)
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First Buses submit plans for huge Hythe depot
9:06am Tuesday 11th February 2014 in News
COLCHESTER'S biggest bus firm has lodged plans to build a new depot at the Hythe. creating up to 100 jobs.
First Buses wants to convert International Timber's former storage site on the Whitehall industrial estate into a depot for up to 106 buses.
It will replace the depots in Queen Street and Magdalen Street, which 53 buses occupy. Colchester Council owns both and wants them to be redeveloped.
For the full story, see Tuesday's Gazette
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9:44am Tue 11 Feb 14
stevedawson says...
1:41pm Tue 11 Feb 14
Ontheball says...
Local parish council has cntacted First and ECC about the problem, but neither can be bothered to reply to correspondence.
All very well having a new depot - but get your act together first on how you run the damned buses!!!
11:19pm Tue 11 Feb 14
Dark_Wolf says...
8:19am Wed 12 Feb 14
hughie-s says...
Dark_Wolf wrote:Most bus movements will be outside peak hours and replace the lorries/tankers that exited the area when the Hythe was a working port. The planning application contains a run in/run out schedule which Mondays to Fridays shows no vehicle movements out after 8am and inwards one before 6pm and seven between 6 & 7p, the rest run in later.
Will they improve the roads to accommodate the extra buses & traffic along the roads in that area? With a new bus depot & new Sainsburys, the roads will get busy in Hythe.
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Fears over plan for vet's next to store (From Gazette)
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Fears over plan for vet's next to store
6:00am Tuesday 14th January 2014 in News By Will Lodge, Senior reporter
A VET'S surgery could be built on the car park of Colchester's former Drury Arms pub.
Colchester Council is being asked to approve plans to put the surgery next to the pub site, on the corner of Layer Road and Drury Road, where a controversial Sainsbury's Local store is soon to open.
Landowner Property Portfolio's proposal for a two-storey vet's surgery has quickly run into local opposition.
Opponents fear the planned clinic would be too big for the site. They are also are worried the Layer Road - Drury Road junction would not cope with extra traffic.
Shrub End councillor Lyn Barton said: "I'm shocked.
"This is a complete new building plonked on the corner of the pub site.
"We've had a real battle about access issues at the junction. I also wonder whether this will take parking spaces away from the store.
"We were told there would only be one access point to the store and it would be very tight for manoeuvring delivery lorries."
Clive Reynolds, headteacher of nearby Hamilton Primary School, in Constantine Road, is also worried.
He said: "There will be more traffic crossing the pavement. It seems quite strange they want to consider yet another project, which could increase traffic flow, without waiting to see what the impact will be from the Sainsbury's store."
However, Property Portfolio's Simon Allen, said the company hoped the surgery would "set off the site in a nice manner, rather than upsetting anyone".
He added: "From a community point of view, we thought this would be a welcome asset. There is a long history to the Drury Arms site but it is what it is, and this does not take up any of the area which forms the supermarket plans and will not impinge on the delivery area of the new store."
It is understood the surgery would be run by Vets For Pets, which is based in the Pets at Home shop, across town in Cowdray Avenue and would create four jobs.
The application says the surgery would be open between 8.30am and 7pm weekdays, 8.30am until 5.30pm Saturdays and 10am until 4pm Sundays.
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Ritchie_Hicks says...
It's almost as though the locals are expecting an influx of 10,000 cars to the junction.
As for it being "tight for manoeuvring delivery lorries", unless Lyn Barton is going to be driving them I don't understand her problem.
Storm in a Back Yard......
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High-speed-rail 'safeguard' bill signed into law
Original post made on Sep 7, 2013
Read the full story here Web Link posted Saturday, September 7, 2013, 11:39 AM
on Sep 7, 2013 at 1:43 pm
Hallelujah! Thank you Nancy Shepherd and others for your work!
on Sep 7, 2013 at 2:25 pm
Two-track or four-track, it is still a Berlin Wall that divides our town. It still does not pencil on so many levels. It is the typical bait-and-switch.
Our city council made a HUGE mistake by promoting it.
Stick a fork in it.
Then we can start talking about reasonable and effective public transit systems, in the Bay Area.
on Sep 7, 2013 at 4:18 pm
California will never get a high-speed train between SF and LA. They don't deserve it anyways.