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On The Beach-Great 3BR Poolside Condo in Cocoa Beach
- bedrooms 3
- baths 2
- sleeps 6
- pool yes
- hot tub no
- pets allowed no
- type Condo
- community Cocoa Beach Club
rates (USD)
/ week
$ 2,600 - $ 3,000 / month
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Beautiful 1st floor Cocoa Beach condo on the beach with three (3)
bedrooms, and two (2) bathrooms (sleeps six). Step out your patio
door to the pool and only steps to the beach.
Completely furnished, up to date kitchen with full array of appliances. King size bed in the master bedroom, two (2) twin beds
in second bedroom, and a double bed in the third bedroom. All
bedding and towels provided.
condo rental amenities
Pool side
Heated Pool
Air Conditioning
Cable TV and DVD.
Microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, refrigerator with ice maker, blender, cooking utensils, toaster and coffee maker provided.
Laundry facilities on premises.
Free Internet and local telephone calls provided
activities and attractions in Cocoa Beach Atlantic Coast Central
Less than one hour from Orlando airport, Disney, Sea World, Universal Studios and all other Orlando attractions.
This unit is located within walking distance to the Cocoa Beach Pier which offers shopping, restaurants, entertainment and fishing off the pier. Just a 1/2 mile south is the world famous Ron Jon Surf Shop which offers a great shopping experience. A great place to spend a few hours is Cocoa Village, with excellent restaurants, boutiques, craft shops and antique shops. Port Canaveral offers daily fishing trips and deep sea charter fishing. Try your luck at Casino Cruise Ships which leave
twice a day. Enjoy lunch or dinner on the water and watch the large cruise ships come and go. Many large cruise liners leave daily from Port Canaveral.
Other fun activites are pontoon rentals, wind surfing, jet-skiing, surfing, golf and tennis nearby, live theater and zoo (in Melbourne, FL). Many tourist packages available.
Don't miss the Space Center at Cape Kennedy!
vacation rental rates
Rental period runs from Saturday (3:00 PM) to Saturday (10:00AM).
A $200.00 refundable security deposit required to confirm your rental. Balance to be paid 30 days before arrival. Please add 11% for Florida lodging tax and a cleaning fee of $85.00.
No pets are allowed or smoking in the unit (except on patio).
Monthly rental rates are available upon request and monthly rentals pay electricity fee.
SPECIAL! SPECIAL! SPECIAL RATE FOR JANUARY 2013 - RECUCED FROM $3000 TO $2500!!!!! plus taxes, cleaning and refundable damage deposit.
Electricity charged waived.
We will try to accommodate all your rental requirements, please
contact us for special needs or additional information and details. Deal rate does not include Holiday weeks.
Corporate rentals welcome.
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REI Venus 75 Pack
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So, I didn't buy it, but I did help my girlfriend…
Design: top and back loading internal fram pack
Size: approx. 4500+ cubic inches.
Number of Pockets: about 5 + main compartment
Max. Load Carried: 35-40 lbs
Height of Owner: 5'4"
Price Paid: $199
So, I didn't buy it, but I did help my girlfriend select her pack. She absolutely LOVES this pack!!! It is, by far, the most comfortable pack she has worn. The Mars pack and Venus pack are virtually the same, except that the shoulder and hip belts are contoured for their respective genders. As my girlfriend has very feminine hips, the straps really made the difference for her.
Carrying about 35 pounds of gear, about 40% of her own weight, she felt no strain on her back, as the pack positioned the weight properly on her hips. The cinching straps above the shoulder pads made the pack feel closer to her back and more controllable. The added bonus is that there is a concave portion to the pack between the shoulder straps to allow her head more space to straighten her neck. This allows her to pick up her head without hitting the pack... No more constantly look down on the trail for her!!!
Getting stuff into and out of the pack is extremely easy as it not only can be loaded from the top, but it has a zipper opening to allow easy access from the back of the pack. The pack itself seems well constructed as the material seems sturdy and the zippers seem well protected against water leaking in from the outside.
I would have given this pack a 5 stars out of 5, but my only concern is the lack of more compression straps. I have an old Dana Design pack, I think Marmot took that company over a while ago, but I've always been a fan of packing my bag in a modular way to fit whatever gear I may be hauling. So that might be the only gripe. That is not to say that you can't compress your gear down at all, It's just that there aren't as many straps to do so as my own pack... So it's more of a relative comparison. I have a network of straps combining to about 3-5 points of compression on my pack, so it maybe a bit tough to compare. My pack is also a 5000 cubic inch pack while this one, in the small model just tops 4500 cubic inches.
In summary, the pack is FIRST AND FOREMOST, comfortable, and in my opinion, the most important feature of any pack. And secondly, is well constructed for durability. I highly recommend this pack to those who are considering a GREAT pack for a cheap price... relatively cheap, I guess.
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The REI Venus 75 pack is built to carry all the creature comforts. Features quick access and an ultra-adjustable suspension. Not just a small men's pack, it features a slim width and a short height, and its anatomic, ergonomic shoulder straps and hipbelt fit a woman's shape. Enjoy dual access to pack via the top-loading opening and the horseshoe-shaped, zippered front panel opening, which works much like a duffel opening. With a ''rip-and-stick'' torso adjustment, shoulder strap system easily slides along pack's frame to fit torsos of varying lengths. Removable top lid pocket with water-repellent zipper lets you stash your essentials to bring into tent, so pack can stay outside or in vestibule. Zippered pocket under lid stores maps and keys, spare batteries and other small essentials. Front panel features a welded, water-repellent zippered pocket for storing often-used gear. Precurved shoulder straps match your anatomy for non-binding comfort on and off the trail. Dual-density foam padded back panel provides a comfortable and supportive fit when carrying heavy loads. Precurved hipbelt is designed to cradle hip bones for a natural fit and to distribute weight without sagging. Hipbelt webbing system allows you to use a natural forward pulling motion for quick, easy cinching and precise adjustment. Internal sleeping-bag compartment with a zippered divider separates it from gear and clothes in the main compartment. Utilizing 4 buckles, the pack's streamlined compression system lets you cinch and strap down loads for jostle-free carrying. Concave head pod at the top of pack gives your head freedom of movement-no more staring at the ground. 2 side pockets-1 zip and 1 mesh-hold water bottles, energy bars and other essentials you want close at hand. Hipbelt pocket stores those small essentials you want at your finger tips, such as lip balm and sunscreen.
REI Venus 75 Pack
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The REI Venus 75 Pack is not available from the stores we monitor. It was last seen November 30, 2011 at REI.
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Lack of Sleep Raises Blood Pressure in Teens
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This study shows one clear path to the initial changes that eventually cause heart disease - a lack of sleep.
Study Title:Sleep Quality and Elevated Blood Pressure in Adolescents.
Study Abstract:
Background—We assessed whether insufficient sleep is associated with prehypertension in healthy adolescents.
Methods and Results—We undertook a cross-sectional analysis of 238 adolescents, all without sleep apnea or severe comorbidities. Participants underwent multiple-day wrist actigraphy at home to provide objective estimates of sleep patterns. In a clinical research facility, overnight polysomnography, anthropometry, and 9 blood pressure measurements over 2 days were made. Exposures were actigraphy-defined low weekday sleep efficiency, an objective measure of sleep quality (low sleep efficiency 85%), and short sleep duration (6.5 hours). The main outcome was prehypertension (90th percentile for age, sex, and height), with systolic and diastolic blood pressures as continuous measures as secondary outcomes. Prehypertension, low sleep efficiency, and short sleep duration occurred in 14%, 26%, and 11% of the sample, respectively. In unadjusted analyses, the odds of prehypertension increased 4.5-fold (95% CI, 2.1 to 9.7) in adolescents with low sleep efficiency and 2.8-fold (95% CI, 1.1 to 7.3) in those with short sleep. In analyses adjusted for sex, body mass index percentile, and socioeconomic status, the odds of prehypertension increased 3.5-fold (95% CI, 1.5. 8.0) for low sleep efficiency and 2.5-fold (95% CI, 0.9 to 6.9) for short sleep. Adjusted analyses showed that adolescents with low sleep efficiency had on average a 4.0±1.2-mm Hg higher systolic blood pressure than other children (P<0.01).
Conclusions—Poor sleep quality is associated with prehypertension in healthy adolescents. Associations are not explained by socioeconomic status, obesity, sleep apnea, or known comorbidities, suggesting that inadequate sleep quality is associated with elevated blood pressure.
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Teenagers are notorious for having bad sleep habits. New research suggests that having trouble staying awake the next day might not be the only consequence they face. In the first study to look at the relationship between not getting enough sleep and blood pressure in healthy adolescents, researchers found that healthy teens (ages 13 to 16 years old) who slept less than 6.5 hours a night were 2.5 times more likely to have elevated blood pressure compared to those who slept longer. In addition, those with poor sleep, or low sleep efficiency – having trouble falling asleep or staying asleep – had, on average, 4 mm Hg higher systolic blood pressure (the top number) and were 3.5 times more likely to have prehypertension or hypertension than their peers who slept well. Untreated high blood pressure can increase the risk for stroke and other cardiovascular diseases later in life.
The findings are from a cross-sectional analysis of 238 adolescents ages 13 to 16 years old (average age of 14) enrolled in the Cleveland Children's Sleep and Health Study. Sleep efficiency and duration was evaluated at home for three to seven nights, where teens completed a daily sleep log and wore a wrist device that measures movement to determine sleep and wake cycles. Participants also spent one night in a clinical sleep lab, where, in addition to assessing sleep with standard devices, staff measured blood pressure nine times throughout their visit.
Participants did not have sleep-disordered breathing or other known health conditions. Results were adjusted for gender, body mass index (an indicator of overweight or obesity), and socioeconomic status.
In general, adolescents need at least 9 hours of sleep a night to function at their best. However, many teens (as well as adults) regularly sleep less. In this study, participants slept on average 7.7 hours a night, with 11 percent sleeping 6.5 hours or less a night.
The biological drive to sleep peaks later in the night during adolescence compared to other age groups. Combined with the daily need for 9 hours of sleep, teens face unique challenges for getting sufficient sleep while meeting typical daytime schedules.
In addition, many factors that contribute to poor sleep—for example, stress, caffeine, nicotine, noise, bright lights, or an uncomfortable (eg, too warm) room temperature—can be prevented. TVs and computers in the bedroom can greatly interfere with sleep – and are especially common among teens.
Signs of not getting enough sleep or sleeping poorly include consistently taking more than 30 minutes to fall asleep, awakening more than a few times or for long periods each night, feeling sleepy during the day, or having trouble concentrating at school or at work.
Keeping a daily sleep log, or diary, can help you track your sleep habits and identify what might be interfering with sleep.
Study Information:
Sogol Javaheri, Amy Storfer-Isser, Carol L. Rosen, and Susan Redline. Sleep Quality and Elevated Blood Pressure in Adolescents. Circulation. 2008 August Epub ahead of print.
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THE following planning applications were validated by south Buckinghamshire district councils on Wednesday.
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24C White Hart Street High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP11 2HL - Prior notification application (Class J) for change of use of existing building falling within Class B1(a) (offices) to Class C3 (dwellinghouses) to create 3 x 1 bed flats and 1 x studio flat
15 Station Road Marlow Buckinghamshire SL7 1NL - Householder application for construction of single storey rear extension
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21 Wycombe End Beaconsfield Buckinghamshire HP9 1LZ - Removal of brickwall and cladding around fireplace, installation of window/door locks, 2 extractor vents and 2 alarm box's, brick steps connecting property with rear courtyard, fencing and gates.
Norfolk Lea, The Bungalow And The Rowans Love Lane Iver Buckinghamshire SL0 9QZ - Variation of Condition 3 of Planning Permission 12/00753/OUT to: Make alterations to elevations on plots 1,2,,4,5,6,7,8,10 & 13. Repositioning of plots 6,7,8,9,& 13 and relocation of garages.
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Welcome to your greatest school year thus far. It would not be untrue to say many of us Linfield students anticipate the return to campus, like a kid on (insert your preferred holiday here).
You may need one book or five or 10, and each comes with its own substantial price tag. So why are textbooks so expensive? Over at Barnes and Noble, I can get the latest 900-page New York Times bestseller for $19.99. What makes textbooks so different? The answer is everything.
According to Maketextbooksaffordable.com, a campaign to reduce textbook costs, the textbook market is a broken one. There is a lack of competition with the textbook industry, as opposed to the mainstream book market.
Students also have little market power because professors decide which books pupils will purchase,
maketextbooksaffordable.com writes. It is highly unusual that professors think about the cost of a textbook before they assign it in their course.
These essential books are printed on glossy paper, with many graphs and images in color ink, none of which are cheaply produced.
It is a co-ed custom to sell used textbook to peers; however, with a new edition of each book coming out annually, old editions are quickly devalued and no longer recommend by professors.
A Congress-mandated study by the U.S. Department of Education on the affordability of college textbooks came out last year. It suggested ways to improve the situation, including increasing library resources, implementing textbook rental programs, improving financial aid policies and utilizing technologies such as electronic textbooks.
Textbook rental is definitely the secret of
the year. Chegg.com and
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buy new.
Predictably, the next wave to save money and resources on textbooks will be with sites like etext.com, which publishes electronic textbooks and course material on its private site.
Until textbooks start coming cheaply, we recommend saving the old-fashioned way: share with a friend, borrow from the library or take out a loan and pay for your text in 10 years. Study hard Linfield.
Being away from the friends you are with constantly during the school year is hard and it always feels great to be back among them. However, when classes start back up the reality of the situation sets in: You are back to learn and with that comes certain responsibilities. One of the least favorites of these is buying books.


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Perversion of justice charge against Paul Lewis dropped; still faces another
SAVANNA-LA-MAR, Westmoreland — Rev Paul Lewis, the United States-based Jamaican-born televangelist who had been on sex-related charges, was on Monday freed of a charge of perverting the course of justice when he appeared in the Savanna-la-Mar Resident Magistrate's Court.
He was freed by the court as the prosecution witness backed out of the matter.
But Lewis is not yet in the clear as he is facing another count of perverting the course of justice for which he is expected to be tried
next year.
Lewis' trial on that count did not get off the ground Monday as lead attorney Keith Bishop told the court that the defence had got some critical documents late.
The accused is set to reappear in court March 25, 2013.
At the same time, Nicole Wright, the senior legal policy officer at the Child Development Agency, Monday, made an application for the case to be held in camera.
"Under section 20, subsection four of the Jamaican Constitution, one of the Crown's key witness is a child and complaints were made that her privacy was invaded and also that the media had hounded her," Wright argued during her application.
"In the face of justice and in terms of the impact the case will have on the witness, I am asking that the case be held in camera."
The defence had opposed the application and Resident Magistrate (RM) Collimore Gordon is expected to rule on the matter when Lewis next appears in court.
"I am leaning towards the prosecution's request, but I will make known my decision on 25th March, 2013," said the RM.
Lewis' attorney Bishop later told reporters that the defence will be fighting the move by the prosecution to keep the case away from the public.
"I don't know what basis they have for it, but it is an application that we opposed in court and we intend to oppose whenever it comes up again," he stressed.
Lewis was arrested and charged with perverting the course of justice in October of 2010 when he turned up for court in relation to the sex assault charges against him. He is alleged to have paid one of the complainants in the matter, causing her to change
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The reverend was first arrested on June 14, 2009 and charged with carnal abuse and indecent assault of two teenage girls. He had met one of the girls at a crusade he was ministering at in Little London, Westmoreland.
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Bon Jovi fans will have a chance to watch the final show of current U.S. leg of the band's tour tonight (4/25), even if they're not in San Jose, CA, where the show is taking place. That's because the show will be streamed live at www.Evntlive.com.
The first half-hour of Thursday night's show will be streamed free for all viewers; but members of Bon Jovi's Backstage JBJ club will have access to a stream of the entire show, and even at the membership price tag of $55-160, it's still cheaper than a plane ticket to San Jose. The show starts at 8 p.m. PT (10 p.m. CT) .
After the set Bon Jovi is off on a long string of dates in South Africa and Europe before returning for five stateside stadium shows this summer: July 12 at Soldier Field in Chicago; July 18 at Ford Field in Detroit; July 20 at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA; and July 24 and 25 at Metlife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ.
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At the time, India had been experiencing an IT employment boom similar to that of Silicon Valley in the late '90s. According to the vice president, the workforce was not stable as a result. Transportation difficulties and the importance of time with family in Indian culture meant that employees generally worked eight-hour days -- the concept of the Silicon Valley engineer who goes sleepless at release time was, well, foreign.
In the end, the cost of offshoring the branch office was only 20 percent less than the going rate in the United States, and for cultural reasons, far more face time than initially expected was needed to ensure the commitment U.S. management demanded -- which resulted in trips to India at least once per quarter. The vice president emphasized that offshoring can indeed work but said it's a mistake to assume that managing offshore IT is in any way equivalent to managing local IT or that cost savings will be as dramatic as you might expect.
4. Discounting internal security threats
IT managers focusing on external threats can easily lull themselves into a sense of false security. According to Gartner, 70 percent of security incidents that incur actual losses are inside jobs, making the insider threat arguably the most critical one facing the enterprise.
Of course, not all insider threats are born of malicious intent. In September 2004, HFC Bank, one of the United Kingdom's largest banks, sent to 2,600 customers an e-mail that, due to an internal operator error, made recipients' e-mail addresses visible to everyone else on the list. The problem was compounded when customers' out-of-office messages -- containing home and mobile phone numbers -- responded to the mailing.
Even malicious acts are often carried out using very little technical sophistication. In a joint study released this year by CERT and the Secret Service, 87 percent of insider security breaches were found to have been achieved using simple, legitimate user commands, suggesting that IT needs to be vigilant about granting only necessary privileges to end-users. Identity management with specific permissions can help.
5. Failing to secure a fluid perimeter
IT's responsibility now extends to Starbucks and beyond. The increasing mobility of workers, combined with the proliferation of public wireless hotspots and broadband in the home, means that IT is now responsible for securing systems on networks it does not control. In this environment, solid security means implementing host-based firewalls that will provide some level of protection on an unsecured broadband connection at home or at sites with public Wi-Fi access.
If you're an experienced IT manager, you might feel comfortable with the top-of-the-line firewall you purchased three years ago. You configure it to block all incoming traffic except port 25 for inbound e-mail, and your employees generally make outbound WAN connections to the Web via ports 80 and 443. This is a common approach, but in a more decentralized IT environment, centralized approaches to network security are no longer sufficient. By encrypting traffic on your internal LAN, you will better protect your network from insider threats and from intruders who might have hopped onto your network via rogue wireless access points.
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Activision and Hasbro have released the first details about the upcoming Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark, a video game complement to Paramount Pictures' upcoming film, Transformers: Age of Extinction.
Described as a "third-person action adventure video game," Rise of the Dark Spark will serve as a follow-up to both the upcoming Transformers movie, and previous titles War For Cybertron and Fall of Cybertron. Players will be able to switch between the heroes of the noble Autobots and the nefarious Decepticons throughout the single-player campaign. Similar to High Moon Studios' Cybertron entries in the highly regarded series, gameplay features nimble, fast-paced running-and-gunning combat paired with traversal and vehicle action across open battlefields for large-scale, dynamic conflicts.
Players will also see the return of the fan-favorite multiplayer mode, Escalation, which delivers wave-based, survival-style gameplay for up to four players online cooperatively. It features new, upgradeable defense systems, recognizable adversaries from the lore, and an expanded roster of playable characters from past and present. Additionally, an exciting new leveling system transforms single-player and multiplayer into one unified, persistent character development path. Experience earned in any part of the game unlocks potent awards and tactical loadout choices – including new characters, stronger weapons, special abilities and consumable bonuses – for use throughout the entire game.Transformers: Rise of the Spark will be available across PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Wii U, 3DS, Xbox One and Xbox 360 sometime later this year. Check out the announcement trailer below for all your robot transforming action.
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Bottega's wine program–an update from Chef Michael Chiarello
Anyone who's had the pleasure of dining at Chef Michael Chiarello's Bottega restaurant in Yountville can attest to the fact that the wine is very reasonably priced.
This is, of course, very much by design.
A bottle of '07 Cliff Lede Sauvignon Blanc from Stag's Leap? On the menu for $32. How about a bottle of 2004 Trefethen Oak Knoll District Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon? Yours for $70.
When we spoke with Chiarello last summer, he told us about the closer-to-retail wine pricing strategy he was looking to implement. Now, in the video below, he gives us an update on how the wine program has been received and what, if any, changes may be in store…
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So you're saying Season 2 of Heroes had way too many characters? Well if you thought that, you weren't the only one. Apparently a lot of people thought so, too, and someone made this video spoofing the show's second season, most notably the fact that the show introduced way too many characters that it didn't know what to do with, or had the time to expand upon, so they just sort of … sat there. Can anyone tell me where Monica has gone again? Or what the whole point of the character was? Exactly, no one knows, and I suspect neither did the writers when they created her.
Heroes Season 3 Character Wallpapers – UPDATED
NBC's gearing up for the premiere of Heroes Season 3 on September 22 has begun with the release of brand new wallpapers, featuring characters from the show. You won't find these at the NBC.com site, but instead they're being posted, one at a time, on the Heroes Myspace page. The first of the wallpapers released features Peter Petrelli in a powerful pose, ready to fry some villainous fools.
Heroes Webisode: Going Postal Chapter 1
For those keeping track, and are interested, the fine folks at NBC have created a series of webisodes, based around a new character, a mailman with sonic powers (he can shout really, really loud), who is being pursued by agents of The Company to keep you interested while Heroes waits to premiere its third season in late September. In the first chapter of "Going Postal", the mailman, Echo De Mille (get it? Echo?) is confronted by a Company agent and another Hero who can, um, hold you. Or something. Not exactly the best characters around, I have to admit, but hey, maybe you'll like them.
Music Videos from the Heroes Soundtrack
We reported on the Heroes soundtrack a while back (here), and now NBC has begun to release the music videos. There are currently four (out of five) available so far, that you can download by heading over here, or you can watch the music videos below without downloading them. The soundtrack features songs from Panic at the Disco, Imogen Heap, and the Chemical Brothers with Spank Rock, plus many more, cut to footages from the show.
More Heroes Volume 3 Villains Preview: 30 Extra Seconds
As it turned out, the minute-long preview I posted a few days back (here) for Season 2, Volume 3, "Villains" was not the entire clip from the Jules Vern Film Festival. There is an extra 30 seconds floating around the Internet, and are in fact the beginning of the clip shown at the festival. Watch both clips, one after another, to get the full effect. As before, the quality leaves a lot to be desired, and the clips are very Sylar-centric because these were all shot before the Writers Strike.
Heroes Christmas Video Tribute
Someone put this video tribute using pictures from behind-the-scenes of Heroes in a slide show, featuring the cast and crew of Heroes on YouTube. The video was uploaded by user surfingbarbie, but I don't know who created it, so I'm giving the credit to surfingbarbie. They used a great song and I think the choice of pictures were pretty good, too. It's a little too early for a Christmas video, but what the hey, it's a slow Heroes news week.
Claymation Winter Tales with Milo Ventimiglia and Kristen Bell
Francisco from SeriesBlog.es gave us the heads up that American Eagles Outfitters have released two claymation videos featuring Milo Ventigmilia and Kristen Bell that are about four minutes each. The first one is a story narrated by Milo, starring Milo, who is heading home for the Holidays, but first he has to endure the plane ride from Hell (check out the Season 1 haircut); the second features Kristen Bell stealing Christmas gifts from Santa Clause on Christmas Eve.
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Three Minute Preview of Four Months Ago
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One year ago, Strikeforce was a company who looked to be on the verge of something big. After growing from an extremely popular regional show into a national player in the MMA scene, they seemed poised to make a huge impact in 2011 with their Heavyweight Grand Prix. A year later, that Grand Prix is finally ready to wrap up next weekend with the big Josh Barnett vs. Daniel Cormier final. And for Strikeforce, what a difference that year has made.
Since the Zuffa buyout in 2011, it's been a rocky time for Strikeforce. They've seen their champions moved to the UFC, the Grand Prix limp along, big names forced to the sidelines for various reasons - it's been tough. But with this show, they look to remind fans that they are still a viable force in the MMA landscape.
Heading into the show, I spoke to longtime Strikeforce announcer Mauro Ranallo about Barnett vs. Cormier, the changes since the Zuffa buyout, and how Strikeforce can succeed in the future.
On the state of Strikeforce a year ago:
Mauro: There was a palpable buzz about Strikeforce, especially the Heavyweight division compared to the UFC and it seemed like it was beginning to pick up momentum. But with the Fedor costs, I think they [owners Silicon Valley Entertainment] were more in interested in bringing an NBA franchise to San Jose and they just didn't want to cut the checks anymore, so they were forced to sell.
On how things have changed since the buyout:
Mauro: The UFC being the parent company, they've been able to purloin some of the major names like Nick Diaz, Jake Shields, and we know what happened with Alistair Overeem. But the fact is with Strikeforce there aren't as many events this year. I know that all of us probably would like to see more Strikeforce events. All of us want to keep working and the fighters want to fight. There's a roster of fighters that are just biding their time right now and there aren't enough events, but it's better than nothing. So the biggest change has been less events. Now with losing King Mo and Cyborg to the drug tests and whatnot it's not maybe as much of a buzz with the fans as it was a year ago, but when you watch Strikeforce for what it is, the quality of the fights I would put up against anything in the sport.
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On the future of Strikeforce:
Mauro: Strikeforce wants to maintain its own identity, but it's hard to do with fewer events and the fact that a lot of the top tier talent has gone to the UFC. That doesn't mean there's not a lot of amazing talent still in Strikeforce because there is, and I just think like anything else it's all about promoting the events and getting the word out there that this is still high quality MMA and for as long as its on Showtime I know the commitment is there to putting on the best cards possible.
The UFC brand is omnipotent, but at the end of the day it is about the sport of mixed martial arts and there are some great athletes all over the world. The biggest congregation of them find themselves under the UFC banner, but I truly believe in a perfect world, and I know there may be some contractual roadblocks because of the deal with Fox, but if the UFC was really serious about keeping Strikeforce as a vibrant brand, they would send guys who were maybe just a step below where they used to be to give Strikeforce a bit of a shot in the arm in terms of talent. But I don't see that happening because of contracts. Strikeforce has now acquired Nate Marquardt, but we need to have more injection of prospects and talent and try to maintain the fact that Strikeforce and the UFC are on an even keel in terms of the quality of fighters.
If you got the best of the rest so to speak - the top tier prospects - and focused on the women and focused on the weight classes that may need a shot in the arm overall, I think Strikeforce can really put itself on the map.
On the idea of bringing Strikeforce champions into the UFC:
Mauro: A guy like Gilbert Melendez has earned the right to fight for the best championship in the world, whatever that may be. Maybe it's the Strikeforce title.
On Josh Barnett vs. Daniel Cormier:
Mauro: It comes down to the amount of experience Josh Barnett brings to the table, but you contrast that with the hunger and the natural ability that Daniel Cormier has shown as a world class wrestler and two time Olympian really sharpening his striking skills at American Kickboxing Academy. Josh Barnett is one of the only people I think who has tested positive 3 times for steroids and yet is still a commodity and someone who I think is one of the top 5 Heavyweights in the world. When you break it down it probably tends to favor Barnett, but Cormier is not showing up on May 19 just to be an opponent. I think he has his designs set on not only winning the Grand Prix, but going to the UFC with a big bang. And despite the past with Zuffa, Dana, and Josh Barnett, I think a great showing by both athletes means an opportunity to get into the UFC.
In addition to serving as commentator for Strikeforce and numerous other organizations, Mauro Ranallo is the host of the MMA Show. He is also currently working on recording the audiobook version of MMA memoir Caged by Cameron Conaway. More on all of his projects at MauroRanallo.com.


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Oregon Head Coach Mark Helfrich: Oregon Quarterback Marcus Mariota: Oregon Tight End Johnny Mundt: Oregon Offensive Coordinator Scott Frost: Oregon Defensive Coordinator Nick Aliotti: Oregon Defensive Lineman Taylor Hart:
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Courtesy: Oregon Sports Information EUGENE, Ore. (AP) – Marcus Mariota threw for a career-high 456 yards and four touchdowns and No. 2 Oregon handed Tennessee its first loss of the season, 59-14 on Saturday. Freshman Johnny Mundt, who replaced ailing tight end Colt Lyerla, had five catches for 121 yards and two TDs for the … Continue reading »
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eco skin: comfort and sustainability
ecoSkin, is an LA-based high fashion label by designer Sandy Skinner. Skinner was in the fashion industry for many years and jumped at the chance to make a difference in the world with her profession. Her debut collection was aimed at "fashion-forward sophisticated women who want to look great but care about the world and the environment they live in". Skinner opted for a custom made fabric comprised of bamboo, tencel and spandex. The bamboo may be imported from China but its spun into yarn locally in order for Skinner to ensure high production standards and fair trade practices. The garments are dyed following the "sage guidelines for dying domestically".
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Participation in High School Physical Education --- United States, 1991--2003
Physical education (PE) can increase student participation in moderate to vigorous physical activity (1) and help high school students gain the knowledge, attitudes, and skills they need to engage in lifelong physical activity (2). Two national health objectives for 2010 are to 1) increase to >50% the proportion of adolescents who participate in daily school PE (objective no. 22-9) and 2) increase to >50% the proportion of adolescents who spend at least half of school PE class time being physically active (objective no. 22-10) (3). To examine changes in PE class participation among high school students in the United States during 1991--2003, CDC analyzed data from the national Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS). This report summarizes the results of that analysis, which indicated that 1) the proportion of students attending PE class daily declined significantly during 1991--1995 and did not change during 1995--2003 and 2) the proportion of students exercising or playing sports for >20 minutes during PE class 3--5 days per week did not change significantly during 1991--2003. If the national health objectives are to be achieved, coordinated efforts involving schools, communities, and policy makers are needed to provide daily, quality PE for all youth.
The national YRBS, a component of CDC's Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System, used independent three-stage cluster samples for the 1991--2003 surveys to obtain cross-sectional data representative of public- and private-school students in grades 9--12 in the 50 states and the District of Columbia. During 1991--2003, sample sizes ranged from 10,904 to 16,296, school response rates ranged from 70% to 81%, student response rates ranged from 83% to 90%, and overall response rates ranged from 60% to 70%. For each cross-sectional survey, students completed an anonymous, self-administered questionnaire that included identically worded questions about participation in PE class.
For this analysis, temporal changes were assessed for three behaviors: 1) being enrolled in a PE class (i.e., attending a PE class on >1 day in an average week when in school), 2) attending PE class daily (i.e., 5 days in an average week when in school), and 3) being physically active during PE class, as defined in the national health objective 22-10 baseline measure (i.e., among all students, exercising or playing sports for >20 minutes during an average PE class 3--5 days per week). Data are presented only for non-Hispanic black, non-Hispanic white, and Hispanic students because the numbers of students from other racial/ethnic populations were too small for meaningful analysis.
Data were weighted to provide national estimates, and SUDAAN was used for all data analyses. Temporal changes were analyzed by using logistic regression analyses that assessed linear and quadratic time effects simultaneously and controlled for sex, race/ethnicity, and grade. Quadratic trends indicated significant but nonlinear trends in the data over time. When a significant quadratic trend accompanied a significant linear trend, the data demonstrated a nonlinear variation (e.g., leveling off or change in direction) in addition to an overall increase or decrease over time. All results were statistically significant (p<0.05) unless otherwise noted.
During 1991--2003, the prevalence of students being enrolled in PE class overall and among female, male, white, Hispanic, 9th-, 10th-, 11th-, or 12th-grade students did not change significantly (Table). Among black students, the prevalence of being enrolled in PE class declined significantly during 1991--1997 and did not change significantly during 1997--2003.
Significant linear and quadratic trends were detected for attending PE class daily. Overall, the prevalence of attending PE class daily declined significantly from 1991 (41.6%) to 1995 (25.4%) and did not change significantly from 1995 (25.4%) to 2003 (28.4%). Similar significant linear and quadratic trends were detected among female and male students. A significant decline during 1991--1999, followed by no significant change during 1999--2003, was detected among black and 10th-grade students. A significant decline during 1991--1995, followed by a significant increase during 1995--2003, was detected among 11th-grade students. A significant linear decline during 1991--2003 was detected among white, Hispanic, and 9th-grade students.
During 1991--2003, the prevalence of being physically active during PE class, overall, and among female, male, white, Hispanic, 9th-, 10th-, 11th-, and 12th-grade students did not change significantly. Among black students, the prevalence of being physically active during PE class declined significantly during 1991--1995 and did not change significantly during 1995--2003.
Reported by: R Lowry, MD, N Brener, PhD, S Lee, PhD, Div of Adolescent and School Health; J Epping, MEd, J Fulton, PhD, Div of Nutrition and Physical Activity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion; D Eaton, PhD, EIS Officer, CDC.
Editorial Note:
The prevalence of overweight among U.S. adolescents aged 12--19 years has tripled, from 5% in 1980 to 15% in 2000 (4). Inactivity among adolescents is a contributing factor to the increasing trends in overweight (5). Regular physical activity has additional health benefits, including improvements in aerobic endurance and muscular strength, reduction of risk factors for cardiovascular and other chronic diseases, increases in bone mass density, higher levels of self-esteem and self-concept, and lower levels of anxiety and stress (2). In 2003, one third of high school students did not engage in the minimum recommended level of moderate or vigorous physical activity (6). Schools have been recognized as a key setting for increasing participation in physical activity among students (5). The findings in this report indicate that the prevalence of being enrolled in PE class and being physically active during PE class has not increased since 1991. In addition, the prevalence of attending PE class daily declined significantly during 1991--1995 and did not change during 1995--2003.
The findings in this report are subject to at least two limitations. First, these data pertain only to youths who attended high school. Nationwide, among persons aged 16--17 years, approximately 6% were not enrolled in a high school program and had not completed high school (7). Second, the extent of underreporting or overreporting in YRBS cannot be determined; however, the survey questions demonstrate test/retest reliability (8).
Progress has not been made toward reaching the national health objectives for 2010 related to PE. In 2003, only 55.7% of high school students were enrolled in a PE class, only 28.4% were attending PE class daily, and only 39.2% were physically active during PE class. In addition, female students and students in higher grades were consistently at greatest risk for not reaching the national health objectives for PE. To help schools implement comprehensive school health programs aimed at increasing physical activity among youth, CDC developed Guidelines for School and Community Programs to Promote Lifelong Physical Activity Among Young People (2). Although the guidelines recommend daily PE for all students, only 5.8% of senior high schools require daily PE or its equivalent for the entire school year for students in all grades in the school (9).
A coordinated, multilevel approach involving schools, communities, and policy makers is needed to increase participation in daily, quality PE among all students (2,10). This might be particularly important for high school students, as physical activity levels tend to decline substantially during adolescence (5,6). Schools and communities should ensure that PE programs have sufficient resources to deliver quality instruction, consistent with national standards, in safe, attractive, and well-maintained facilities. Policies should require that PE instruction be provided by credentialed PE teachers in classes with teacher-to-student ratios comparable with those in other subjects. Teachers should use methods that allow students to be actively engaged during most of the class time. Curricula should emphasize participation in physical activities for all students and help students gain the knowledge, attitudes, motor skills, behavioral skills, and confidence they will need to adopt and maintain physically active lifestyles.
- CDC. Increasing physical activity: a report on recommendations of the Task Force on Community Preventive Services. MMWR 2001;50(No. RR-18).
- CDC. Guidelines for school and community programs to promote lifelong physical activity among young people. MMWR 1997;46(No. RR-6).
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Healthy People 2010 (conference ed., 2 vols.). Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2000.
- Ogden CL, Flegal KM, Carroll MD, Johnson CL. Prevalence and trends in overweight among US children and adolescents, 1999--2000. JAMA 2002;288:1728--32.
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The Surgeon General's Call to Action to Prevent and Decrease Overweight and Obesity. Rockville, Maryland: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Office of the Surgeon General, 2001.
- Grunbaum JA, Kann L, Kinchen S, et al. Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance---United States, 2003. In: Surveillance Summaries, May 21, 2004. MMWR 2004;53(No. SS-2).
- Kaufman P, Alt M, Chapman C. Dropout rates in the United States: 2000. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics, 2001; report no. NCES 2002-114.
- Brener ND, Kann L, McManus T, Kinchen SA, Sundberg EC, Ross JG. Reliability of the 1999 Youth Risk Behavior Survey questionnaire. J Adolesc Health 2002;31:336--42.
- Burgeson CR, Wechsler H, Brener ND, Young JC, Spain CG. Physical education and activity: Results from the School Health Policies and Programs Study 2000. J Sch Health 2001;71:279--93.
- CDC. School Health Index: A Self-Assessment and Planning Guide. Middle school/high school version. Atlanta, Georgia: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, CDC, 2004.
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Tonight's Highlights from the Farm: Tommy Joseph hit two home runs (at home, no less), in a blowout loss with San Jose. Johnny Monell had three extra-base hits for Richmond. And Augusta had a ridiculous game that ended in the 16th inning with a walk-off walk….the third straight two-out walk of the inning.
AAA: Fresno defeated Tacoma 4-2
Fresno: LF Nick Liles: 2-for-3, 1 2B, 1 BB, 1 SO
Fresno: 1B Brad Eldred: 1-for-5, 1 R, 1 HR, 1 RBI, 2 SO
Fresno: SP Geno Espineli: 5.0 IP, 7 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 2 BB, 3 SO, W (3-5)
Fresno: RP Dan Ruzler: 1.1 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 BB, 2 SO, H (4)
Fresno: RP Dan Otero: 1.0 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 BB, 0 SO, S (12)
Nick Liles got to continue his Frenso cameo for a second game, and has picked up multiple hits in each game, and collected his first Triple-A extra-base hit. Brad Eldred got just his third home run since the end of July.
Geno Espinli made his fourth start of the season, giving up the least number of runs in any start this season. He still finishes the year with a 6.02 ERA with Fresno (7.14 ERA overall). Dan Runzler has gone 2 1/3 innings since returning to Fresno, giving up just one baserunner on a walk. Dan Otero had his second straight game without giving up a baserunner, and the third game out of the last four.
AA: Richmond defeated Altoona 6-3 (in a 14 inning game)
Richmond: CF Juan Perez: 4-for-6, 1 R, 1 3B
Richmond: C Johnny Monell: 3-for-6, 2 2B. 1 3B, 1 RBI, 1 SO
Richmond: 2B Charlie Culberson: 3-for-7, 2 2B, 1 RBI, 1 SO
Richmond: RF Francisco Peguero: 2-for-7, 1 2B, 1 SO
Richmond: SP Justin Fitzgerald: 6.0 IP, 7 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 3 BB, 2 SO, 1 WP
Richmond: RP Hector Correa: 3.0 IP, 2 H, 0 R, 0 BB, 1 SO
Juan Perez had a four-hit game, raising his average to .254 on a tough season for the center fielder. His triple gives him double digits in the category for the second season in a row. Monell's average is up to .249 on the year, as he picked up his 24th double and just his first triple of the season. Charlie Culberson has picked up five doubles and a home run on the las six games of the season, as he's gone 14-for-30. He's batting .261 with 34 doubles on the year. He had 28 in San Jose last season. Peguero's two-hit game breaks a mini-two game drought, getting his batting average back to .312 in Richmond and grabbed his 13th double of the season in 85 games.
Justin Fitzgerald finished the season with allowing just two runs in three of his final four starts of the season. His era dipped to 3.51 to finish the year. Hector Correa got three scoreless inning of work, and gave up just one earned run in his final ten innings of work in his last three outings.
With the win and a Bowie loss, Richmond clinched at least a tie for a playoff spot as the Wild Card in the West Division of the Eastern League. They have two games to pick up a win (or a Bowie Loss) to get the playoff spot outright.
A+: Ranco Cucamonga blew out San Jose 22-8 (after scoring 11 runs in the ninth to double their score)
San Jose: DH Tommy Joseph: 2-for-4, 2 R, 2 HR, 4 RBI, 1 SO
San Jose: 1B-C Alex Burg: 3-for-4, 1 R, 1 2B, 1 HR, 2 RBI
San Jose: SP Craig Westcott: 4.0 IP, 7 H, 6 R, 6 ER, 6 BB, 0 SO
San Jose: RP Jacob Dunnington: 0.1 IP, 1 H, 4 R, 4 ER, 3 BB
Tommy Joseph had a two-home run game at home. That gives him 10 home runs at the Muni, and 12 on the road this season (59 games at home, 66 on the road). Alex Burg had another good game, having picked up five home runs and three doubles in his last seven games.
Craig Westcott finished his season with a whimper, giving up six earned runs for the second game in a row. His ERA jumped from 2.93 to 3.42 with those last two games. Jacob Dunnington was one of the relievers hit hard in a big blowout. He had given up just three earned runs in San Jose before this game.
A-: Augusta defeated Augusta 9-8 (after an eight-run fifth inning tied the game, ten scoreless innings, and a 16th inning walkoff-walk. Yes, it ended on three straight, two-out walks after a leadoff error started the inning.)
Augusta: LF Rafael Rodriguez: 2-for-6, 1 R, 1 2B, 2 RBI, 2 BB
Augusta: 3B-1B Joel Weeks: 3-for-7, 1 2B, 1 RBI, 1 BB, 1 SO
Augusta: DH Adam Duvall: 2-for-8, 1 R, 1 RBI, 2 SO
Augusta: SP Mario Rodriguez: 2.1 IP, 7 H, 4 R, 1 ER, 0 BB, 0 SO
Augusta: RP Seth Rosin: 3.0 IP, 3 H, 0 R, 0 BB, 7 SO
Augusta: RP Edward Concepcion: 4.0 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 2 BB, 4 SO
A crazy game in Augusta, after they gave up eight runs in the first five innings, and then the game got tied in the bottom of the fifth all at once, and then there were ten scoreless inning of baseball before the bottom of the 16th. Chris Lofton got on base thanks to an error to lead off the inning. After a sacrifice bunt and Adam Duvall striking out, Rome gave an intentional walk to Devin Harris, then unintentional walks to Joel Weeks and Rafael Rodriguez, the latter of which won the game. It came in approximately at 12:30 am local time.
Rodriguez got his first multi-hit game since August 10th, and his first multi-walk game in longer than I could see, in getting the win. He has 24 walks and 67 strikeouts in 95 games at Augusta this season. Joel Weeks picked up his eighth double of the season, in his 70th game. Adam Duvall picked up a multi-hit game, but actually lowered his average to .286.
Mario Rodriguez went just 2.1 innings, his shortest start of eight made this season. He was victimized by an error to giving up three of his eight unearned runs given up this season. Rosin had a spectacular outing, striking out seven of the 12 batters he faced. He has 93 strikeouts in 89 innings with 30 walks this season. Concepcion had the longest outing of any Augusta pitcher, going four innings in the extra frames.
Sh-A: Tri-City defeated Salem-Keizer 3-1
S-K: DH Dan Burkhart: 2-for-4, 1 R, 1 2B, 1 SO
S-K: 1B Ben Thomas: 2-for-4, 1 SO
S-K: SP Kendry Flores: 3.2 IP, 4 H, 3 R, 3 ER, 0 BB, 4 SO
Dan Burkhart picked up his 12th double in 52 games this season between Augusta and Salem-Keizer. With a multi-hit game, Ben Thomas raised his batting average to .302 with S-K in a successful first season. Kendry Flores had a tough final start to the season, although the 3.2 innings is the longest outing he's had since July 26th, when he went six innings.
Rk: Season Over(The Giants lost to the Dodgers for the AZL Title on Wednesday)
DSL: No Game Played


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Keen shoes run a half size small. Most customers size up for an appropriate fit.
Keen Sizing Chart
Those romantic city girls can keep Paris and Rome, your true passion is sparked when you're exploring the natural splendor of the Grand Canyon in your Keen Women's Venice Sandals. Made with a machine-washable leather upper, these Keen shoes aren't afraid to get wet in the river and they'll leave your feet chafe-free thanks to the fast-drying mesh lining. Aegis Microbe Shield technology prevents odor-causing bacteria from taking hold so your feet stay fresh all season long and the drawcord lacing system pulls tight for a secure fit and makes these Keen sandals easy to slip on and off.
Lightweight and breathable for warm weather comfort, your feet can still hit the trails with the support they need thanks to a molded metatomical footbed and a shock-absorbing EVA midsole. This Keen footwear has durable non-marking rubber soles with lugs and siping to grip wet rocks and loose trails with ease while the rubber bumper protects your toes from debris.
Keen advises this shoe runs about a half size small, so you'll need to size up if you want more room. Although these shoes are cute enough to take into town, leave the gondolas to the tourists and spend your vacation in the backcountry wearing the Keen Venice Sandals for women.
4.8 out of 5
80 Reviews
Keen Venice
November 16, 2010
They are soooooooo comfortable...it's like I'm not even wearing a shoe at all. I find they tend to run a little large. I usually wear a 9.5 shoe, but the Keen Venice sandal size 9 fits perfect. I also love the arch support. If you are on your feet alot, I would recommend any Keen shoe. As soon as I discovered Keen shoes, I threw away all of my other shoes and began only buying Keen. I now have 12 pairs and will continue to only buy Keen.Pros: Great design, Lasts forever, Performance, Great value, looks great, great arch support, very comfortable
December 21, 2011
second pair...walked over 10 miles in them in the City the second time they were worn...never blisters or sore joints...footbed is very comfortable for my high archesPros: Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever, Performance, Great value, and cool colors!
Great Shoes
December 09, 2010
I love these shoes! They are so comfortable! There is no need to break them in. I wore them for the first time hiking Diamondhead in Hawaii and they were perfect! This is my second pair of Keen Venices and will not be my last.
Excellent shoe
September 12, 2011
I would definitely recommend this sandal to a friend. Very comfortable. Fits true to size. Excellent quality. I ordered my true size and it fit just right. I love the way it protects my feet. I love keen footwear.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever, Great value
Love these sandals!
December 13, 2009
I've worn these everywhere and they are perfect. I've washed them in the laundry machine (cold, slow cycle) and air dry, and they retain the shape and comfort.
August 03, 2011
Keen sandals are always, always fabulous right out of the box!! No break in time, total comfort! I will be back to Altrec.com each time I want a new pair, you can not beat their prices!Pros: Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever, Great value
Amusement park Certified
February 05, 2012
A awsome day at Bush Gardens, in these very confertable womens sandals. My feet were confortable longer in these than my other shoes and i could see a lot more with out my feet hurting.Pros: Great design, Great value
Just Right
December 28, 2009
Bought these as a present for my wife. She loved them. Style and color were just what she was looking for and they were super comfortable right out of the box. The arch support and sole were the qualities she was most impressed with.
I love these sandals!
June 06, 2009
After recommendations from several friends, I tried a pair of Keens on in a store and loved the feel. I shopped online to find the color and style I wanted. After picking them up at the post office, I literally opened the box in the car and put them on. I haven't wanted to take them off since. They were immediately comfortable and I plan to use them for my summer travel shoes to meet all needs!
Great shoe
September 13, 2012
Excellent sandal that wears well. Easy to adjust pull chord strap at top for a perfect fit. True to size (I wear size 9 and the size 9 Keen fits perfectly). All around, my favorite pair of sandals!Pros: Great design, Build quality, Ease of use, good for city or trail walking
Love the Sandals!!
February 11, 2012
I love my new Keen Sandals. They are really nice, we travel alot and like to hike. We spend most of our time camping and hiking. I took the sandals out of the box put them on and wore them all day. The keen sandals are great however I have to order a size larger they run small.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever, Performance, Ease of use, comfortable, Cons: Cost, must order a larger size
Keen Sandal
April 06, 2010
I got these in know time and was the best deal I've been shopping for a Keen Sandal for 6 months and this was the best place to purchase them from.. LOVE THE SANDAL I do hair and stand for 12+ hours a day and these are awesome.
Absolutely love them!!
August 04, 2007
The toe box is perfect for my foot. The shoe is wide but not loose. I wear them all the time. I get a lot of compliments on the the robin egg blue color.
Great shoes
September 23, 2009
Love these shoes. I do water sports and the toe protection is necessary. Plus they are very comfortable. I wear an 8 but bought 8.5 and they fit great. I recommend these shoes
Amazing shoes!
September 01, 2010
Can't wait to wear them in Vancouver! They will be great for hiking and water sports.
I love my new shoes!
July 14, 2012
They are the most comfortable shoes that I have worn in a long time. The nice thing is that you can just throw them in the washer if they get dirty. I would encourage anyone to purchase them!
Great Sandal
February 16, 2012
I own these sandals in brown nubuck, and they are extremely comfortable. There is excellent support, and they are comfortable right out of the box. I've worn them hiking, on the beach and in the city and find them wonderful.. I especially appreciate the good traction when hiking on slippery surfaces.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever, Performance, Ease of use, Great value
Wonderful shoe
July 03, 2009
I have really suffered with planters fasciitis and need a shoe that is not only comfortable, but gives my heel and ankle solid support. I have found a shoe that really fits well and provides exactly what I need. I put the "ballad blue" sandal on and did not want to take it off. I am touring the Greek islands this fall and I know this is going to be the shoe that I will be wearing all the time. My husband was impressed with my impression and is thinking about purchasing a pair for himself. Love them!
not so keen ,keen sandles
September 29, 2009
I returned the Venice sandals I'd ordered the other day..the ankle straps are located right where my ankle bones are. It kept rubbing at my ankle bone and was uncomfortable. I called Altrec for a shipping label for the return with no problems at all. They paid for shipping which was good business. It's why I like shopping at Altrec. They treat their customers well.
excellent shoe
July 30, 2009
First pair of sandals that I've ever gotten and just put on and went shopping all day. Very comfortable and I wear them all the time. Going to the Solheim Cup in Chicago, and expect to wear them alot.
These are my favorite shoes!
June 11, 2009
They are so comfortable and cute. Get them wet and they are dry right away. I wear them all the time. Get lots of compliments. Buy Some!!!
Keen's are AMAZING!!!
April 08, 2010
I love Keens! They are super comfortable and durable. This sandals will last forever. Thanks Altrec...
Really a nice anytime sandal/shoe!!!
August 19, 2009
Love these shoes. They are so comfortable. I wear a 6 1/2 so I bought a 7 and I really think that I could probably wear a 6. Which is what I will order when I get my second pair, going for the red this time. Even thought they are a little long, they tighten up really good so the fit is still good.
Loved the shoe but...
June 07, 2009
I really loved the shoe, very comfortable but so far only walked around the house with them. After reading reviews I ordered a half size up, but these seem a bit big. I am returning for a smaller size but can't wait to get them back!!
Wonderful Shoe!!!
February 23, 2008
Thought I'd try these out on a whim. Although I was a bit skeptical about their appearance, the comfort won me over. THANKS for the GREAT shoes.
Super comfy sandals!
December 13, 2009
I totally am sold on keens. They are so comfortable and the fit is perfect, I have a wide foot, high arch, and narrow heel. I have several different types of keen footwear and now I only buy this brand.
Best shoes I have ever had
June 09, 2007
This shoe is the most comfortable shoe I have found. I am recovering from nerve damage and need a shoe that allows my foot room, but keeps it secure. The style is cool. Everyone comments how great they look. I wish I had a pair in every color!
Most comfortable shoe I've had in recent memory
May 05, 2010
I'm s kitchen designer and I just bought the black on black ones. I can actually get away with wearing these to work in this color, they are great for wearing to job sites. These are very comfortable. They might run just a tad big but I actually am very comfortable with them, my feet grew recently with the birth of my first child and maybe this is what size I should be wearing! They are great. I can't wait to hike with them!
Best shoes ever!
June 02, 2011
The Keen Venice shoes are the best shoes I have ever worn. They are so comfortable and offer protection for my toes. This is a very important factor to me as I am a diabetic and need to be careful with my toes. Everyone comments on my various colors of keen sandals and I have recommended them to many friends. It is hard for me to put on any other kind of shoe now and be comfortable in it. Keens are the best!Pros: Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever, Performance, Ease of use, Great value
Great purchase!
December 08, 2009
This is the most comfortable walking sandle I have owned. I wear them everywhere. A great purchase and will purchase a different color next year!
Great shoe, Great fit !!
September 03, 2007
Most comfortable shoe I have ever put on, right out of the box...Stays put on my foot,and is not as heavy as it looks...I hiked 10 miles in mine the first week-end...and will put on many more in the months to come.
Keens Best Sandals
May 27, 2011
Keens women venice sandals are great, I have 4 pairs. They are so comfortable I can walk in them all day without my heals hurting me. Because of the thick rubber souls my heels don't hurt when I walk a long distance. There are so many choices of colors, I want them all. They are True to size. I have had so many compliments on them, especially the red ones. When people see them they say those are Keen shoes, I smile and say "yes". I don't find anything I dislike about them, they are just darn comfortable and cute. I'm 5'6" weight 167 lbs, wear a size 8 in other shoes and that is the size I got in Keen shoes. They are cute with socks when wearing jeans and without socks when wearing shorts.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever, Performance, Ease of use, comfortable, Cons: Cost
Might become my favorite Keens!
September 07, 2009
I received these & immediately wore them to a casual picnic. I love them and received many compliments. I have many Keen shoes but these may become my all-time favorite.
Venice digs under my heals
December 29, 2009
Seem like a great pair of sandals, a little darker than I was hoping for. They dig into the area under my heal bones. I will be returning them. I have a narrow foot, and a narrow hindfoot. The Naples fit is great and less bulky.
Love 'em
June 11, 2010
My first pair of Keens...love the color (taupe/citron). Did need to order a 1/2 size larger, but they are super comfy, functional, and attractive.
April 15, 2008
I really wanted to love these shoes. So many people told me how wonderful they are. In my case they gave me blisters everywhere. Toes, heels, bottom of feet, etc. I had worn them for short periods of time to break them in. Then we went on a 3 mile walk and I was a mess by the end. I had to send them back.
Great shoe!!
June 29, 2010
I am very pleased with my transaction with Altrec. I love my venice sandals and would highly recommend them. Altrec was quick and delivered exactly what I ordered. I will definitely do business with them again!
Very Secure Feeling
July 22, 2009
I first ordered the Newport Sandal, but it was too much material and felt too hot. So I ordered the Venice. This is cooler for my feet, yet provides great comfort and security on unstable ground. I was able to walk miles in them the first day! The fit is very comfortable with the wide toe. The closed toe really keeps me from banging my toes as well. I did have to buy a size larger than my normal shoe, as stated by most everyone.
Keen Women's Venice Sandal--Awesome!!
July 08, 2010
I love Keen shoes; have 2 pair of shoes and a pair of winter boots. I have now added the venice sandals. I ordered a half size down and they fit perfectly. They protect my toes, do not rub or chafe my feet anywhere and are comfortable to walk in like the Keen shoes but obviously ventilated for the summer!! Great comfort and flexible, love the neoprene lining underneath the leather, it cushions the tops of my feet. Love how you can draw the sandal tighter or make it looser to fit. Great sandal for summer, for walking, for hiking, for everyday wear!!!
Love these sandals, these are great!
February 25, 2010
I really love these shoes, they are very comfortable. They're going to be great for hiking and exploring on our up coming trip. They feel like sneakers but they can get wet but still protect your feet!
Love these shoes
September 02, 2011
I got them out of the box walked for 2 miles and had no problems very comfortable. I will be wearing them all around Disneyland! I have since purchased 2 more pairs!Pros: Great design, Build quality, Performance, Ease of use
February 01, 2011
Awesome shoes at an awesome price. Used them for a lot of hiking in Hawaii and they stood up well. Wet and dry they were comfortable. Maybe not as stylish and dressy to wear out at night but a great day time shoe.Pros: Build quality, Lasts forever
Great, comfy shoe!
June 30, 2009
Love these shoes! So cute and comfortable. These are your go to shoe for outdoor activities!
Excellent Sandals
April 20, 2011
I bought these for my wife for 4 weeks travel around Australia and New Zealand. She absolutely loved them - they were very comfortable from the first wearing, and were great for walking through rivers, rainforests and being on the beach or on a boat. They dry out very quickly aswell. Highly recommended.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Performance
What I have been waiting for
April 23, 2009
These sandals are the way to go--comfortable, light, waterproof, and decent looking.
Awesome sandal!
March 07, 2007
Own this along with the Newport. Both are terrific. Great wide toe box. Can even run in them! The Venice is not quite as supportive as the Newport (which hugs your arch if you need extra support) but the up side is that it is more open and airy in the summer. I wear them all year long in the Northeast.
washing keen sandals?
September 13, 2007
Hi...Anyone have experience with washing their Keen sandals?gentle cycle? warm/cold? thanks to whoever designed these absolutely wonderful shoes.
The Best
March 14, 2010
Keen sandals are unbelievably comfortable and supportive--a rare find for a wider foot. I'm looking forward to summer hikes with these.
Great shoe but don't necessarily order up in size
October 20, 2010
Loved the color, syle and quality of this shoe and based on the numerous reviews stating that it runs 1/2 to 1 full size small, I ordered a 7. I usually wear a 6.5 or sometimes a 7 so thought that was a safe bet. My heel slides right out. The front of the shoe is also rather wide so if you have narrow feet, it may look a little odd since the shoe has open areas and you may see blank space as opposed to your foot. I would recommend ordering your true size or better yet try them on in the store then order from Altrec since they usually have better prices!Pros: Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever
Not so good
July 26, 2011
these shoes are just not that comfortable. I would see them back if I didnt live in Korea. No support what so ever in the shoes. I don't think I could wear them for long periods.Cons: Bad design, Low performance, not c, not comfortable
GREAT Women's Venice Sandal
March 10, 2011
The sandal is just what I expected! I got Women's Venice H2 Sandal too, the width of Venice H2 is a little bit small due to the materials it use(may be loosed up from uses later on), but this one is perfect. I like its leather upper and insole. It looks beautiful and feels comfortable.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever, Performance, Ease of use, Great value
Great all around shoe for walking
April 14, 2010
A great shoe for doing just about anything in. Fits my foot perfectly and allows my toes to breathe. This was one of the only sites where I could find my size and color. Thanks ALTREC!
wonderful but run small, so add a 1/2 size.
April 17, 2009
I got the light blue so I could ware them with denim. There not many shoes out there that you can depend on light you can with KEEN. I have 12 pairs of KEENs, love them all.
Good and bad
August 03, 2009
As a sandal, this is very comfortable. Like others, I loved them as soon as I put them on. However, as a water sandal, they are horrible. They fill with gravel immediately and you have to nearly take them off to empty them - they hold the gravel in! Plus, in 105 degree heat, they were still quite wet on my feet 2 hours after I got out of the water. Buy for comfort, NOT for water play!
great shoe!
August 09, 2010
highly slippery on wet smooth surfaces but otherwise a great shoe!
March 10, 2011
This is my second pair of Keens. I LOVE them for hiking and all-around use. Extremely comfortable and they offer terrific support for my feet and legs. Wear them all day, as well as on the beach and on the hiking trail.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Performance
I love this sandal.....I can't wait to get another pair!!
April 13, 2010
A colleague of mine turned me on to these sport sandals. I bought online and can't wait to get more. They are therapy for my feet. I have thrown away all of my other sneakers and sandals...all I wear is my Keen sandals!
Highly recommented
August 19, 2010
This is my 12th pair of Keens. No need to break in,very comfortable. I have sweaty feet,and the footbed absorbs moisture and prevent blisters. Unlike the Newports, this style is less "clunkier" looking. I'm wearing them with my skirts on my trip to Portugal.
A great sandal, I love them.
October 27, 2007
It is the first time I have worn a sandal that feels so comfortable. It is like wearing a comfortable hiking shoe but not with the discomfort of being too hot in the summer heat.
June 03, 2009
Perfect fit, perfect color - exactly what I wanted and expected!
April 15, 2008
I really wanted to love these shoes. So many people told me how wonderful they are. In my case they gave me blisters everywhere. Toes, heels, bottom of feet, etc. I had worn them for short periods of time to break them in. Then we went on a 3 mile walk and I was a mess by the end. I had to send them back.
Very Comfortable!
May 28, 2008
Love my Keens. They clean up good as new every time. Perfect for hiking. I would rather wear them than hiking shoes. Great for going long distances.
Great Shoes
December 09, 2010
I love these shoes! They are so comfortable! There is no need to break them in. I wore them for the first time hiking Diamondhead in Hawaii and they were perfect! This is my second pair of Keen Venices and will not be my last.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Performance
Great out the box!
May 08, 2009
I just got these. I have trouble finding sporty sandals that don't hurt my feet. These felt great right out of the box! So comfy! I know these will be my favorite warm-weather shoe from now on. I will definitely recommend them to others and will likely buy more Keen products in the future
Great shoes but my feet are too narrow
April 08, 2010
I have a pair of Keen newports and thought it would be fun to try a new style. I love the way these look and the color (I ordered the dark earth carribean sea) but when I put them on my narrow feet they look weird because you can see that my foot does not fill out the inside of the shoe. This was not a problem with the newports because there are more straps covering the front. I think I will try the whisper style instead. So my recommendation for those with narrow feet-go for the newport style instead of the venice.
Superb sandal
January 06, 2010
i have many pairs of the venice sandal, in different colors. totally comfortable with a stylish appearance. perfect to wear doing errands or to the beach. i have wide, flat feet and usually have a problem with sandals, but not these.
Great Outdoor Shoe
July 27, 2011
I was looking for sandals that would enable me to hike, kayak, wade, etc. without a shoe change. These certainly fit that need! In these, I'm able to do it all. I even tried them out on an unplanned run with my dog and they were comfortable for that. The shoes greatest strength would be traction. I do a lot of hiking up rocky mountains and through streams/rivers and I have always felt balanced in these shoes. I also like the material because it dries quickly, but when wet, doesn't make me feel like my foots sliding around inside. I'd say the only weakness and one that isn't even of too concern for me would be the width. They are quite wide, but I'd say it adds to their durability.Pros: Build quality, Performance, Ease of use
perfect shoe for all round walking
March 15, 2012
I bought this shoe for my wife for all around walking, light hiking, and maybe a walking-heavy trip in Europe later this summer. When we got it, it looked a little large, but what I realized then was that it's perfectly sized for thick socks in winter. With that, she put on the shoes and indeed, they were a perfect fit. In the summer, she'll have to tighten up the laces quite a bit, but in exchange, the shoe ventilates very well. Recommended.Pros: Great design, Build quality, designed for socks, Cons: Cost
No break-in time needed
February 15, 2011
Ordering shoes online is risky when there's no time for exchanges. But I did it anyway and, with the fast service and helpful reviews, got just what I needed for an overseas trip. I usually buy size 10 shoes, but when there's a closed toe my left foot needs a 10.5. This sandal has enough of an adjustment range that I was able to get a comfortable fit with the 10.5 pair I ordered. The toe box is wider than my medium-width foot but I was able to adjust that enough, too. The sandals arrived about 5 days before I left and were great from the first wearing, even with a neoprene ankle brace. They got wet in rainy Vietnam, they accommodated socks in chilly Tokyo and slippery docks on the Mekong River. And now I've got a great pair of sandals for cruising around the rest of the year.
Excellent product and service
April 12, 2010
Bought them for my wife and she loves them. Had to exchange for a different size and Altrec was very professional and prompt in handling exchange.
Awesome shoes
August 03, 2010
Love the Keens. They are so comfortable and practical too.I am getting a lot of use out of them already!
Love them so much I bought my mom a pair!
August 24, 2009
I absolutely love my Keen Venice sandals. They are very comfortable, and I can wear them all day. I have the black olive/surf spray color. At first I was concerned that the shoe would scuff easily but it does not at all. I bought this shoe larger than my normal size. I wear a size 8.5 in running shoes (8 in casual shoes) but a size 9 in the Keen Venice fits me perfectly. I would definitely recommend these shoes to friends.
Love the Venice Sandal
February 01, 2011
I ordered these shoes for a recent trip, wanted a sandal but something supportive I could walk in all afternoon, these are perfect. Ordered an 8.5, usually wear an 8.5 or 9, the 8.5 fits. This is my 5th pair of Keen shoes and I love them all!Pros: Great design, Build quality, Performance, Ease of use
serviceable shoe
June 11, 2011
I wanted a summer atheletic shoe with ventilation and support: Keen Venice does a good job. Comfortable, nice design, okay not great arch support. This shoe like other Keens runs on the small side--I usually wear 8 but 8.5 in Venice fits properly. Decent for well-groomed trails--like any open shoe, gravel gets in. Easy off, a little harder getting on.Pros: Build quality, comfort, ventilation, soak/wash/wear
Love Them
June 17, 2009
I ordered these and had to return because they were to big. Got correct size yesterday and wore them all day. So comfortable. I already have two pair of Keen's and have my next pair picked out.
comfortable shoes, great fit
April 04, 2010
I got these shoes to wear to the lake and for Disney World. My daughter loves wet rides and the water parks so I needed good walking shoes that can handle getting wet. So far these shoes are great.
January 29, 2012
Bought these for hot weather hiking. Brought them to wear in the evenings on a backpacking trip through the Grand Canyon. Comfortable to wear after hiking in boots all day. Used them for short evening hikes. Took a few wears to break them in, initially rubbed on little toes.
second pair I have owned
May 22, 2011
I like this style of Keen. It is perfect for summer shoes and in chiller tempertures you can wear with socks. Not sure of the fit with this pair because I purchased for my daughter as a gift. I love mine though... I wear a size 8.5 and that is what I bought for myself. Fit is right. Most other Keens you need to buy a .5 size larger-- not these. I love Keen's shoes and I have several styles.Pros: Great design, Build quality, Ease of use
great sandal
September 26, 2009
I bought the Venice sandal, I have many other keen shoes and sandals. The fit is perfect, the color Caribbean blue is lovely. I wore them without breaking them in first. They are more like a shoe than a sandal so I can wear them at work too.
Awesome shoes
March 29, 2010
These are the best sandals I have ever bought. I only wear Keen shoes.
June 16, 2009
I have wide feet and often have trouble finding shoes that fit comfortably. The Venice sandals are so comfortable, I actually ran in them this weekend with no socks and didn't get blisters. Oh... and it was on a trail... in the rain. Best shoes EVER! I found that the sizing was right on, not too small as was suggested.
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Buff Duck
William Cook, the famous poultry breeder from Orpington, Kent, blended Cayuga, Runner, Aylesbury, and Rouen ducks to create a buff colored duck that would allow him to cash in on the early 20th century English fad for buff-colored plumage. This first duck was called a Buff Orpington and Cook went on to develop Blue, Black and Chocolate Orpington versions that had white bibs on their chests. Cook introduced his Buff Orpington to the United States in 1908 at the Madison Square Garden Show in New York City. In 1914, this breed was admitted into the American Standard of Perfection under the name "Buff," which is unusual since in no other instance is a color used as a breed name. (Holderread, 60)
The Buff is a medium-weight duck of 7 to 8 lbs. It is a long, broad bird with an oval head, medium length bill, and long, gracefully curved neck. The Buff duck's body carriage is twenty degrees above horizontal, its wings are short and it has a small, well-curled tail. Both the duck and drake have buff plumage, orange-yellow shanks and feet, and brown eyes. The drake's bill is yellow while the duck's bill is brown-orange. (Malone et. al., 313) A Blue variety of Orpington duck existed in the Americas, but it appears these were absorbed into the Blue Swedish breed. (Holderread, 60)
The Buff has much to offer the breeder who is looking for an attractive, dual-purpose bird. It is a good layer, typically laying about 150-220 eggs per year, and it gains weight relatively rapidly, making it ready for market within 8-10 weeks. (Batty, 108) Many consider the Buff a good meat bird that dresses out well because its light pin feathers do not show on the plucked carcass. Despite this, Buff numbers languished when industry growers followed consumer interest in cheap meat and focused attention on the faster growing Pekin even though many believe it to be less tasty. (Holderread, 60)
When choosing breeders, select robust, active, strong-legged birds with a good laying history. Avoid birds that are significantly under Standard weight and have bills with excessively concave top lines. Full-sized birds with straight bills attached high on the head make valuable breeders. Select against any non-buff plumage for show-birds. Select for white pin feathers for production birds.
ALBC's 2000 census of domestic waterfowl in North America found 793 breeding Buff ducks. Eleven people reported breeding Buff, and there are five primary breeding flocks with 50 or more breeding birds currently in existence. (Bender, 4) Consider this rare, beautiful bird for a lovely and useful addition to your flock.
Status: See CPL
Bender, Marjorie E. F. D. Phillip Sponenberg, and Donald Bixby. Taking Stock of Waterfowl: The Results of the American Livestock Breeds Conservancy's Domestic Duck and Goose Census. Pittsboro, NC: The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy, 2000.
Holderread, Dave. Storey's Guide to Raising Ducks. Pownal, VT: Storey Communications, Inc., 2001.
Malone, Pat; and Gerald Donnelly, and Walt Leonard. The American Standard of Perfection. Mendon, MA: American Poultry Association, 1998.


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