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If hbo doent want him,they dont want him,period,arum cant do anything about that,i mean they throw up at the mention of his name so that means no,stop insisting
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He's got 2 belts. Who are his mandatories?
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It sucks, but it is what it is. I'm not worried about it. We'll see Rigo fight eventually, even if it's overseas.
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Rigandeaux destroyed Donaire? What a ridiculous statement! He definitely out-pointed him. Even outclassed him, but destroyed? Come on. Either way, I'm really happy HBO & Showtime are slowly releasing these fighters who are not entertaining!
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I think he would fit right in with TMT, Floyd would really appreciate his style.
I think he would promote the sh*t out of him.
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They should fight Rigos mandos off TV, for their last 2 fights, and jump to GBP, I bet Oscar will promote him better. Arum dont know how to promote, he just take advatanges of fighters with agressive styles.
A promoter should be able to promote a guy even if their boring(not to me) or whatever.
HBO and Arum are just pissed that he upset the applecart and knock of their future star!
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A molded article comprising a cross-linked ring-opened polymer produced by the metathesis polymerization of a dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) monomer, which may be dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) or of a mixture of (DCPD) and norbornene group-containing cycloolefins, in the presence of an effective amount of a metathesis polymerization catalyst and a co catalyst that is capable of crosslinking the unsaturated double bonds of the polymer and thereby increasing the crosslink density of the polymer and its Tg, a process for making it, a process for increasing the Tg of the molded article, and uses of the molded article with a high Tg.
1. A molded article comprising a cross-linked ring-opened polymer produced by the metathesis polymerization of a dicyclopentadiene monomer, or a mixture of dicyclopentadiene and at least one other norbornene group-containing cycloolefin, in the presence of an effective amount of a metathesis polymerization catalyst and 0.01 to 5% by volume based on the total volume of the monomer of a co-catalyst selected from the group consisting of trifluoromethane sulfonic anhydride, 1,2-diphenyl-tetramethyldisilane, 2,3-dimethyl-2-3, diphenylbutane, benzene-sulfonic acid and trifluoroacetic anhydride, the said co-catalyst is capable of crosslinking the unsaturated double bonds of the polymer thereby increasing the crosslink density of the polymer and its glass transition temperature Tg, the said molded article having a Tg of at least 200� C.
2. The molded article as claimed in claim 1, in which the co-catalyst is trifluoromethane sulfonic anhydride.
3. A molded article consisting of the crosslinked polymer composition of claim 1 that has a Tg of 200� to 340� C.
4. A dielectric support for electronic components of a circuit board comprising a post cured polymer article as claimed in claim 1.
5. A molded article consisting of the crosslinked polymer composition of claim 1 that has flexural modulus of 317 to 376 kpsi.
6. A molded article as claimed in claim 1 wherein the polymerization is carried out in the presence of 0.33 to 0.4 by the volume of the co-catalyst, the co-catalyst being trifluoromethane sulfonic anhydride and the Tg of the molded article being 340� C.
This invention relates to polymers of norbornene-type monomers or mixtures of such monomers, more specifically polymers of dicyclopentadiene that optionally contain one or more other norbornene type comonomers, and processes for making them.
Thermoset polymers of strained ring polycyclic cycloolefins are extensively used for making molded structural articles. The preparation of these polymers, usually based on dicyclopentadiene, is known, for example, from U.S. Pat. No. 4,400,340, which describes a reaction injection molding (RIM) technique in which a reactant stream containing a monomer to be polymerized and a metathesis catalyst, and a second stream containing a catalyst activator and additional monomer are brought together in a mixing head and substantially immediately injected into a mold where the monomer polymerizes to form a shaped article matching the shape of the mold. The polymerization involves the opening of a cycloolefin ring, and the monomers are described as being metathesis polymerizable. The reaction is catalyzed by a transition metal catalyst such as a tungsten or molybdenum salt, preferably tungsten halide or tungsten oxyhalide, activated by an alkyl aluminum compound or other conventional activator compound. Details of the catalyst preparation are well known, for instance from U.S. Pat. No. 4,568,660. The gelation stage of the polymerization, unless the reaction is moderated to delay it, takes place almost instantaneously. Such polymers can also be molded from a single stream, using a modifier to delay the gelation stage of the pre mixed ingredients.
Poly(dicyclopentadiene) and the other metathesis polymerization products, although they are extensively crosslinked, retain the unsaturation of the monomer. Although the double bonds are rearranged by the polymerization, they provide numerous reactive sites for further modification, either during or after the polymerization, and involving increased crosslink density.
These polymer compositions obtained by metathesis polymerization combine relatively high values of impact strength and flexural modulus, compared to other polymers, and they are insoluble in common solvents such as gasoline, naphtha, chlorinated hydrocarbons, and aromatics. However, they have a relatively low glass transition temperature (Tg), on the order of 125� to 140� C. for poly(dicyclopentadiene), and lack a desirable level of dimensional integrity or stiffness when subjected to an elevated temperature, that is, their "heat sag" performance level is low (by ASTM test 3769).
For many applications there is a need for thermoset polymers of norbornene-type monomers, such as poly(dicyclopentadiene), that have higher values of Tg than any otherwise comparable thermoset polymeric materials, as well as a higher level of "heat sag" performance.
In accordance with this invention, a molded article comprising a cross linked ring opened polymer produced by the metathesis polymerization of a dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) monomer, which may be dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) or of a mixture of (DCPD) and another norbornene group-containing cycloolefin, in the presence of an effective amount of a metathesis polymerization catalyst, which is conventionally a transition metal catalyst such as a tungsten or molybdenum salt, and a co catalyst, such as triflic anhydride (trifluromethane sulfonic anhydride), that is capable of crosslinking the unsaturated double bonds of the polymer and thereby increasing the crosslink density of the polymer and its Tg, the polymerization being in the presence of 0.4 to 5% by volume bawed on the total volume if the monomer, the co-catalyst being selected from the group consisting of trifluoromethane sulfonic anhydride, 1,2-diphenyl-tetramethyldisilane, 2,3-dimethyl-2,3-diphenylbutane, benzene-sufonic acid and trifluoroacetic anhydride, the molded article having a core/shell structure comprising a core that is sandwiched between the outer layers, and has a higher degree of dimensional integrity at higher temperatures and lower resistance to impact than the outer layers.
Preferably, the polymer article is produced by the metathesis polymerization of the said monomer in the presence of the said transition metal catalyst and from 0.4% to 5% of the co-catalyst (based on the respective volumes of the co catalyst and the monomer), the said product can have a unique core/shell structure, with a darker core (preferably amounting to about 30% of the weight of the article) that is apparent to visual observation, sandwiched between normal appearing outer "shell" layers. The core, which is highly crosslinked, provides stiffness at higher temperatures and the normally ductile outer layer provide good impact properties.
The preparation of such molded polymer articles comprises adding from about 0.4% to about 5% of the co-catalyst to a reactant liquid stream that conventionally contains dicyclopentadiene monomer and a ring-opening metathesis catalyst and is mixed with an activator for the metathesis catalyst, and charging the liquid to a mold or similar forming container in which the dicyclopentadiene monomer polymerizes to form a molded article which has the said unique core/shell structure. The conventional mold temperatures, of the order of 50� to 100� C. are appropriate, depending on the efficiency of the co-catalyst.
The molded article, produced by the metathesis polymerization of the said monomer in the presence of the said transition metal catalyst and a smaller amount, from 0.01% to 0.5% of the co-catalyst, (which depends on the efficiency of the co catalyst) may be heated in a postcuring step at a controlled temperature until the desired increase in the Tg is achieved, for instance, amounting to an increase of up to about 200� C. The post cured composition can be used according to the invention as a matrix resin for glass or carbon fiber composites, for high temperature use requiring a high Tg, or as a dielectric support for electronic components of a circuit board.
The polymerization reaction may be carried out in the, presence of the said transition metal catalyst and the larger amount, from 0.4% to 5%, of the co catalyst, and the temperature of the reaction is allowed to rise substantially above 200� C., to a point where a definite second exotherm can occur. The second stage polymerization is highly exothermic and the temperature rise must be controlled, for instance, by adjusting the heat transfer characteristics of the apparatus and cooling, to stop the autocatalytic reaction at a desired maximum temperature before it leads to temperature levels (e.g. above 400� C.) that would cause thermal decomposition and carbonization.
Also according to the invention, a molded polymer article derived from the metathesis polymerization of dicyclopentadiene has a Tg of at least 160� C., ranging up to 340� C.
Although the most preferred co-catalyst is triflic anhydride, other co catalysts that are capable of crosslinking the unsaturated double bonds of the polymer may be free radical generators such as peroxides or cation generators, preferably cation generators. Particularly suitable co catalysts, other than the preferred triflic anhydride, are 1,2-diphenyltetramethyldisilane, 2,3-dimethyl-2,3-diphenylbutane, benzenesulfonic acid, and trifluoroacetic anhydride. The amount of cocatalyst, based on the volume of the monomer, is about 0.01-5%, preferably 0.05 to 0.5%, depending on the efficiency of the cocatalyst and the desired characteristics of the product. Within that range, the co catalyst concentration will affect the increase in the normal crosslink density of the polymer and its heat sag behavior, as well as the choice of the process used and the Tg after post curing.
In particular, the crosslink density of the product of the invention is significantly affected by the choice of the cocatalyst, its concentration, and the extent of control of the exothermic polymerization. The control of the maximum temperature may be, for instance, by heat transfer via the mold. If the temperature is not controlled, the reaction can become autocatalytic, leading to temperature greater than 400� C. which would cause thermal decomposition and carbonization.
The Tg of the product of the invention can be significantly increased by post curing at an appropriate combination of temperature and time that is selected depending upon the activity of the co-catalyst and is typically from about 200� C. to 230� C., preferably at about 210�-220� C. for about 30 minutes to an hour using triflic anhydride. At the lower concentration of cocatalyst (less than 0.4 vol%), the Tg of the post-cured product is dependent on the catalyst concentration. For instance, at a co-catalyst concentration equal to or greater than 0.33, a Tg of 340� C. can be obtained.
Cycloolefins containing at least one norbornene group that can be combined with dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) to form a metathesis polymerizable mixture with DCPD can amount to about 50 weight percent of the mixture, and are those cycloolefins that are conventionally combined with dicyclopentadiene to form thermoset copolymers, including norbornene, norbornadiene, phenyl norbornene, tetracyclododecene, tetracyclododecadiene, ethylidene norbornene, ethylidene tetracyclododecene, and tricyclopentadiene, as well as other higher cyclopentadiene oligomers.
Other comonomers that can be used are norbornene derivatives containing polar groups such as cyanonorbornene, norbornene carboxylic acid esters, and pyridyl norbornene. Preferred comonomers are the higher cyclopentadiene oligomers, tetracyclododecene and tetracyclododecadiene. Ethylidene norbornene may also be used as a comonomer with DCPD to take advantage of its freezing point depressant activity with DCPD.
Since half or more of the monomer is DCPD, the resultant polymer will polymerize and crosslink simultaneously, so preferably the metathesis polymerization is carried out in bulk by the reaction injection molding technique already referred to, or by resin transfer molding (with longer mold filling times), so that the reactive liquid polymerizes directly to the desired final shape. Preferably, the polymerization and molding are carried out by the RIM process. Each of the two reactive parts of the metathesis catalyst system is mixed with monomer to form a stable solution, which is placed in a separate vessel to provide the source for the respective reactive stream. The co catalyst is added to a reactant liquid stream that conventionally contains dicyclopentadiene monomer and the metathesis catalyst and is mixed with an activator for the metathesis catalyst before charging the liquid to a mold. Alternatively it may be added in a third or separate stream either in monomer or an appropriate solvent.
Normally, the two separate streams are combined in the RIM machine's mixing head and then injected into the mold where they quickly polymerize into a shaped structure. The mixing heads normally have orifices about 0.08 cm in diameter and a jet velocity of about 122 m/sec. For the injection, the mold is preferably maintained at a temperature from about 40� to about 100� C., with the mold pressure being preferably in the range of about 35 to 53 N/m2 (10-15 psi).
The activator solution is conventionally modified to slow the rate of activation of the catalyst component and thus delay the onset of the polymerization reaction. Ethers, esters, ketones, nitriles, alkanols, sterically hindered amines and organic phosphites are conventionally used as rate moderators. Diglyme (diethylene glycol dimethyl ether), ethyl benzoate, and butyl ether are preferred, and preferably the moderators are used in a ratio of about 1.5 to 5 moles of moderator per mole of alkylaluminum compound. With such moderation, the exotherm may begin from a few seconds to several minutes after mixing of the streams, and the delay is determined by the characteristics of the RIM or RTM machine and mold, and the size of the article being molded.
The conventional metathesis-catalyst component of the ring opening metathesis polymerization system (procatalyst) comprises salts of transition metals such as tungsten, molybdenum, rhenium and tantalum, the more preferred salts being the chlorides and oxychlorides. Preferred tungsten compounds may be phenoxylated tungsten chlorides of the general formula
O═WXn (--OC6 H2 R1 R2 R3)4-n or WXn (--OC6 H2 R1 R2 R3)6-n
wherein n is 1-4 in the first formula and wherein n is 1-6 in the second formula and where R1, R2, and R3 are hydrogen or straight or branched alkyl, aryl or aralkyl radicals of 1 to 10 carbon atoms, and X is chlorine. Such compounds are prepared by dispersing tungsten hexachloride or tungsten oxytetrachloride in an inert solvent and treating it with the stoichiometric amount of the phenol to substitute the desired number of phenolic radicals on the tungsten. Phenoxylation of the tungsten compound solubilizes it in DCPD and also effects changes in its catalytic reactivity and efficiency while increasing its resistance to air and moisture.
The tungsten-based catalysts can function as ionic polymerization catalysts for DCPD and if not stabilized, they may polymerize the DCPD on storage over several days. To increase the shelf life of the DCPD/catalyst solution, a Lewis base or a chelating agent may be added to the solution to complex the phenoxylated tungsten compound and deactivate it as an ionic polymerization catalyst. Preferred Lewis bases include nitriles and ethers such as benzonitrile and tetrahydrofuran. Preferred chelants include acetylacetones and alkyl acetoacetates, where the alkyl group contains from one to ten carbon atoms. The complexing step can be carried out before or after phenoxylation. Suitable complexes having the formula WOCl4-x (OAr)x are actually quite stable in DCPD.
The other component of the catalyst system is the activator. The preferred activators are the alkyl aluminum compounds, particularly trialkylaluminums, dialkylaluminum halides and alkylaluminum dihalides in which the alkyl groups contain one to ten carbon atoms and the halide is chloride or iodide. A particularly preferred activator combination is a mixture of trioctyl aluminum and dioctyl aluminum, iodide. Other activators that can be employed conventionally include alkyl zinc compounds and alkyl tin compounds, in particular, trialkyl tin hydrides and silanes.
The following examples illustrate the invention.
Under an inert atmosphere, a vessel is charged with the desired amount of tri-n-octylaluminum (TNOA). Next is charged the appropriate amount of di-n-octylaluminum iodide (DOAI), to give a mixture that is 85 mole % TNOA and 15 mole % DOAI. To that is carefully added 1 equivalent (based on total aluminum) of diglyme (bis-2-methoxyethyl ether) to control the evolution of heat during the exothermic reaction. The mixture is then diluted with the appropriate amount of dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) or an inert solvent such as toluene to give a solution 1.0M in aluminum.
Under an inert atmosphere (such as in a glove bag), a quantity of WCl6 is weighed into a glass vessel (pop bottle) containing a magnetic stirring bar. The bottle is capped and removed from the glove bag. Next, a sufficient amount of dry toluene (or other aromatic solvent) is added to generate a 0.5M slurry. With stirring, 0.25 equivalent of t butanol (based on the tungsten) is slowly added. The HCl that is generated is swept from the vessel by a slow nitrogen sparge. After at least one hour, during which time the stirring and sparging is continued, 1.2 equivalent of nonylphenol (also based on the tungsten) is slowly added. The mixture is again allowed to stir for at least one hour while the sparge is continued.
Finally, 2.0 equivalent of acetylacetone (2.4 pentanedione) is added, and the mixture is allowed to stir and sparge for several hours. Any solvent lost during the sparging is made up, resulting in a 0.5M solution of a stabilized metathesis catalyst in toluene.
The reactants for this experiment were prepared in 32 oz. pop bottles designated "A" and "B". Bottle "A" was capped and sparged and after adding 600 ml of dicyclopentadiene containing 3.5% EPDM rubber +2% ethylidene norbornene the bottle was put in an oil bath equipped with a magnetic stirrer. Bottle "B" was prepared in a similar fashion. 14.4 ml of 1M activator was added to the first bottle "A" and 9.5 ml of 0.5M tungsten metathesis catalyst was added to the second bottle "B", as well as the amount (1 to 5 ml) of co-catalyst specified in Table 1 as the respective example mixes 1A and 1B to 5A and 5B. The liquids from bottles "A" & "B" were transferred to the respective tanks of a "mini-RIM" machine to make plaques measuring 10.2 cm�20.3 cm�0.32 cm (4"�8"�0.125" ). After being recirculated several times, the liquids were injected into the heated metal mold. The A & B liquids were mixed by impingement in the mixhead.
After completion of the reaction, the plaques were demolded, and used to obtain mechanical properties and residual 5 dicyclopentadiene results, which are listed in Table 1 as Example Properties 1 to 5. The mechanical properties after postcuring are listed in Table 2. The plaque from Example 5 (0.42% co catalyst) exhibited the core/shell structure in cross section.
This Example demonstrates the increase in Tg and other mechanical properties that result from the process according to the invention. The reactants for this experiment were prepared as for Example 3 (see Table 1), except no rubber was used in this example. Seven carbon fiber (AS4) woven mats, each 3.75"�7.75", were placed in the cavity of the mold. The liquids from bottles "A" & "B" were transferred to the respective tanks of the mini RIM machine. After being recirculated several times, the liquids were injected into the heated mold and mixed by impingement in the mixhead to form composite plaques, each measuring 4"�8"�0.125" and with about 45 weight % carbon fibre. The plaques were then post cured for an hour at 220� C. and used to obtain the mechanical properties that are listed in Table 3.
The reactants for this experiment were prepared as for Example 3 (see Table 1), except only 2% EPDM rubber was used. 2 OCF 8608 glass fiber mats, each 3.75"�7.75" were placed in the cavity of the mold. The liquids from bottles "A" & "B" were transferred to the respective tanks of the mini RIM machine. After being recirculated several times, the liquids were injected into the heated mold and mixed by impingement mixing in the mix head to form composite plaques, each measuring 4"�8"�0.125" and with about 30 weight % glass fiber. Some of the plaques were then post-cured for 3 hours at 220� C. The mechanical properties before and after post curing are listed in Table 4.
The reactants for this experiment were prepared as for Examples 1 to 5 in 32 oz. pop-bottles designated "A" and "B". After adding 600 mls of dicyclopentadiene, the bottle was put in an oil bath equipped with a magnetic stirrer. A second bottle was prepared in the similar fashion. This bottle also contained 16 gms of Irganox-1035 antioxidant. 14.4 ml of 1M activator was added to the first bottle "A" and 9.5 ml of 0.5M tungsten metathesis catalyst was added to the second bottle "B".
Plaques measuring 10.2 cm�20.3 cm�0.32 cm (4"�8"�0.125") were made, using a mini RIM machine, from the liquids from bottles "A" & "B", which were transferred to the respective tanks of the machine. After being recirculating several times, the liquids were injected into the heated metal mold. The A & B liquids were mixed by impingement in the mixhead.
After completion of the reaction, the plaques made from Examples 1 to 7 were demolded and used to obtain mechanical properties and residual dicyclopentadiene results, which are listed in Table 1 as example properties (see the column "Ex. Prop").
The plaque made from the Control Experiment was demolded and had the following properties: residual dicyclopentadiene, 2.5%; HDT, 85� C.; impact strength, 4.3 J/cm; TG 127�.
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TABLE 2______________________________________PROPERTIES AFTER POST CURING (@ 220� C.)Flexural HDT Notched Gp ', (1)Ex. Mod. Str. @ 264 psi Izod Tg �10-8Prop. kpsi kpsi �C. ft-lbs/in �C. dynes/cm2______________________________________1 317 10.7 181 0.58 200 72 351.2 7.3 >205 -- 280 303 -- -- -- -- -- --4 365.4 5.5 >205 -- 340 505 376 8.8 >205 -- 340 50Ctrl. 273 10.9 137 2.1 160 2.3______________________________________ (1) Gp ', = plateau modulus obtained from dynamic mechanical analysis, the higher the plateau modulus, the higher the crosslink densit (lower the molecular weight between crosslinks).
TABLE 3______________________________________PROPERTIES OF CARBON FIBER COMPOSITE______________________________________ Tensile Modulus = 5.8 � 106 psi Tensile Strength = 57,900 psi Tensile Elongation = 1% Compressive Strength = 33,100 psi______________________________________
TABLE 4______________________________________PROPERTIES OF GLASS FIBER COMPOSITE AS MOLDED POST CURED______________________________________Notched Izod 17.6 11.8(ft-lbs/in)Heat Deflection Temp. 142 >200@ 264 psi (�C.)Tg 146 >340(�C.)Tensile Modulus 666.9 689.6(kpsi)Tensile Strength 13.6 4.1(kpsi)Tensile Elongation 2.8 2.5(%)Flexural Modulus 703.8 686.8(kpsi)Flexural Strength 18.6 11.34(kpsi)______________________________________
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Apple growers eye key challenges for industry
Growers will have to find the right mix of apple varieties for the market and continue to promote exports, said David Douglas, president of the Washington State Horticultural Association.
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YAKIMA — Larger crops, changing varieties and mechanization are key issues facing the apple industry in the state of Washington in the years ahead, a horticulture official said at a convention in Yakima.
Growers will have to find the right mix of apple varieties for the market and continue to promote exports, said David Douglas, president of the Washington State Horticultural Association.
Apples are grown on about 160,000 acres in the state. Export sales account for about a third of all the apples sold, the Yakima Herald-Republic reported Tuesday.
Douglas made his statement at the 108th annual convention of the association that attracted about 1,600 people to the Yakima Convention Center.
Attendees are also checking out a trade show at the Yakima Valley SunDome, with 250 exhibitors showing off equipment, services and products.
Washington is the nation's leading apple producer. This year's crop was a record 121 million boxes. A box of apples weighs 40 pounds.
"The mix of varieties has changed and is vastly different," said Douglas, referring to the decreasing numbers of Red Delicious apples and increasing volumes of Honeycrisp, Gala and other varieties.
"We have to continue to make sure we are growing the mix of fruit the market desires. As we grow larger crops, it is important to be in position to export," said Douglas, a member of the family ownership group of Douglas Fruit.
Larger crops will come from higher yields on the same number of acres, he said.
An economic study requested by the Washington Apple Commission concluded the apple industry contributed more than $7 billion to the state's economy during the 2010-2011 marketing season. Nearly 60,000 people were employed in production and related industries, generating wages of about $1.95 billion.
Labor shortages in the orchards the past two years have growers looking to increase mechanization.
"Mechanization is something the industry needs to work toward," Douglas said. "All our apples are hand-picked. There will be some that will be machine-harvested. It is hard to know how soon."
In Washington state, agriculture employs about 160,000 people.
Thousands are estimated to be in the country illegally, and many farmers say the U.S. crackdown on illegal immigrants has resulted in labor shortages.
Gov. Chris Gregoire has pushed the federal government to enact immigration reform that includes a viable guest-worker program, border protection and a path to citizenship for illegal workers.
Farmers are as close to seeing meaningful changes in immigration as they've been in the past decade, said Jon Wyss, who handles labor issues for Gebbers Farms, a large grower in north-central Washington that fired hundreds of workers after it was subject to a federal immigration audit three years ago.
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Were you wondering who the best team in the Big East is this season? Well, you may be getting your answer on Saturday, as Syracuse heads down to Louisville to take on the Cardinals. At full strength, this would be a tough matchup for the Orange. As good as Michael Carter-Williams has been this season, he's a bigger, slightly slower guard that is turnover prone. He's going to have Russ Smith and Peyton Siva and Kevin Ware up in his jock for 40 minutes. That's not exactly ideal for anyone, especially a guy whose dribble is that much higher than a standard point guard.
The other issue for Syracuse is that they will be playing without James Southerland, their best shooter and a key piece in their zone defense. What makes him so valuable is that not only can be be a zone buster and help get the Cardinals out of their 2-3, but he had the length and athleticism to be a threat defensively in the Syracuse zone. It will be interesting to see how Syracuse responds, but until Southerland returns to the lineup, Syracuse is going to be behind the 8-ball, especially on the road.
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- No. 17 Missouri at No. 10 Florida (Sat. 2:00 p.m. ESPN): The big news here is that it looks like Laurence Bowers will be out on Saturday, meaning that the Tigers are going to be going up against one of the nation's toughest defensive teams without their best offensive player. That doesn't mean they won't have a fighting chance, mind you; if Jabari Brown and Earnest Ross are hitting their threes, Phil Pressey is playing under control and the Tigers are defending, they are still a dangerous club.
- No. 12 Creighton at Wichita State (Sat. 4:00 p.m. ESPN2): Wichita State is getting closer to being back to full strength as they just got Carl Hall back from his broken thumb. He joins Cleanthony Early along the front line, meaning that the Shockers have the mismatch they can exploit against the Bluejays. Last season, with Creighton and Wichita State in similar situations from a nation perspective, the Shockers smacked Creighton around. If the Bluejays truly want to be the favorite in the Missouri Valley and prove they are a threat in March, they need this win.
- No. 21 Oregon at No. 24 UCLA (Sat. 4:00 p.m. CBS): Can you believe this? Two top 25 teams in the Pac-12, and they're playing each other? For my money, these are the two best teams in the league. And while both like to get up-and-down the floor, the Bruins don't play nearly as much defense or rebound nearly as well as the Ducks. That said, Oregon doesn't have the same kind of talent on their roster. The key matchup: Kyle Anderson vs. whichever big man Oregon puts on him.
- No. 11 Ohio State at No. 18 Michigan State (Sat. 6:00 p.m. ESPN): The Buckeyes are coming off of a stellar win over Michigan on Sunday, but so much of that win had to do with the fact that Ohio State simply matched up well with the Wolverines. Will that be the case against the Spartans? OSU doesn't have nearly the same amount of size, and if the Spartans go small and put Branden Dawson at the four, they can nullify Deshaun Thomas.
- UNLV at Colorado State (Sat. 7:00 p.m. NBC Sports Net): UNLV picked up a huge win at San Diego State on Wednesday night, but does this mean that they've gotten past their road woes? CSU is a tough team at home and they have a big, physical front line. If the Rams are truly going to make noise in the Mountain West this season, these are the kind of games they need to win.
- No. 9 Gonzaga at No. 13 Butler (Sat. 8:00 p.m. ESPN): This game took a bit of a hit last weekend when Rotnei Clarke took a nasty fall against Dayton and sprained his neck in a scary incident that required his to be taken off the court on a stretcher. But that doesn't mean this won't be an entertaining matchup. How about this: Kelly Olynyk matching up with the most physical defender he will have faced this season in Andrew Smith? Remember the job Smith did on Cody Zeller? If he can slow down Gonzaga's Big Canadian, Butler will have a chance.
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- La Salle at Xavier (Sat. 2:00 p.m.)
- Wagner at Bryant (Sat. 4:00 p.m.)
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- Tennessee State at Belmont (Sat. 8:00 p.m.)
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Hello everybody,
we will be going on 10 night hawaii trip in August 3rd week with a 3 and 1 year old. This will be our frist trip to Hawaii and perhaps could be only one given that we will be relocating to our home country.
i have the following queries and your opinions will be highly appreciated.
1. Should we split the trip or just spend all time at Ohau (we will be flying in there)?
2. If we do split then does Maui sound like a good second place to visit given that we will be with kids? Any other suggestions for place.
3. Is the big island a good option to do with kids?
3. Is it must to know swimming to enjoy Hawaii trip? My wife does not know swimming. I do.
4. If we split the trip would it still be a good idea to rent condos instead of hotel to save money? (yes we would like to cook and eat if it still makes a difference).
5. Is it better to book car rental along with flight or doing seperately also works out economical?
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There are many, many hotels on Waikiki that have kitchenettes, so that won't be a problem. If you stay at the upper end, you will be near the zoo which might be good with the children. Also, at that end there is a seawall that makes a good place for kids to play.
If you rent a car for a day (or two) you can drive around the island and stop at lots of sites to get a feel for Hawaii outside the more touristy area. Oahu is my favorite island and certainly has enough to do to fill ten days, but that is also enough time to visit other islands.
Maui is more traveled, and Kauai is more pastoral and laid back. I'd think twice about the Big Island with such small children. The biggie there is Volcano National Park, which is more interesting for adults or older kids. You could go to the library or a bookstore and look at travel guides to see what appeals to you most.
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With ten days i personally would stay on Oahu. You could spend half the time in Waikiki and half in a rental unit on the north shore or in Kailua. Rent a car for the second half so you can drive around the island.
If your wife does not swim she can still enjoy the beauty of the beaches, and she can wade out in the water. As Carolyn said the walled areas in Waikiki are great for kids and for just floating around. There are lifeguards in Waikiki, and many other beaches, so you may want to look for those.
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18 trips later, and we still haven't spent a night on Oahu. One of these dayz Alice, one of these dayz. Just haven't gotten around to it yet. Been busy on da other islands.
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I've used this company for car rental, they only rent from major companies: discounthawaiicarrental.com
I would not visit the Big Island with only ten days unless you went only to that island. Also not a good idea to visit the volcano with children that young. The vog and gas is very bad for their young lungs.
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Location of lifeguards on Oahu http://www1.honolulu.gov/esd/oceansafety/emsosmap.htm
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I recommend only few nights on Oahu. Pearl Harbor & Hanauma Bay are musts. I used to live on the Big Island and thus more than biased, but I would encourage you to consider Kauai, Maui or Big Island for the bulk of your time. IMHO getting off Oahu will give you a much better chance to experience what Hawaii is all about.
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What is your lodging budget? Do you want a 'beach-y' vacation(Kauai or Maui) or one with more city sights and history (Honolulu)? I would skip Big Island -- too much driving around for small children, and h-o-t in August.
Maui has many beaches with good sealfe for a snorkeler, and it has a wide variety of condos and restaurants. The Lahaina/Kaanapali area has the most 'buzz'. The two 'ends' (Wailea and Kapalua) are quieter. I don't know that you would be driving Road to Hana with two little kids, or taking them up to high elevation Haleakala, but you could do Iao Valley and Upcountry, and drive through both West and South Maui.
IMO condos are THE way to go with children -- beachfront condos if you can afford them, so that the kids can go in and out of the sun. Having 'home away from home' means you can cook, and you can pack fewer clothes because you'll have a washer/dryer.
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Yes. I would either stay only on Oahu, or split it with Maui. I think those two islands are the best for a first family trip.
No you don't have to swim to enjoy a trip to Hawaii. I go often and rarely even go to the beach.
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Thanks a ton everybody for your opinions/suggestions.
so answer some of your questions:
we are looking forward to doing some historical stuff and a lot of beach stuff and hoping that my three year old will like the beach stuff. I have 10 nights to spend and am wondering if three nights in oahu and seven nights at either Maui or Kaui would be a good break up? Can anyone suggest me on this?
In response to ChiSue, do the condos work out better even when staying for a short period like 3-4 nights (as we might do in Oahu)? We are not wanting to spend moe than $125/night for condo accommodation. Would it be reasonable to expect to get a decent condo space in Oahu and Maui or Kuai in this price range? If anybody has specific suggestion for a condo place based on their experience then please do let me know.
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All the "historical stuff" is pretty much on Oahu, so I wouldn't cut that island so short, since you state that particular interest.
And I disagree with ChiSue. I would never bother with the hassle of renting condos for only 3-4 night stays.
I can suggest some nice budget hotels in that price range in Waikiki, if you like. They all have either a frig or some even a kitchenette.
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To my knowledge, Pearl harbour and Arizona memorial are the two must in oahu from historical standpoint and I think we might be okay with that much. Is there other beachy/outdoorsy stuff that we can do at Oahu as a family that may need more than 3-4 days?
Suze, It would be great if you have some suggestions for a hotels with kitchenettes in Waikiki.
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Other things of historical interest on Oahu include but are not limited to: Bishop Museum, Iolani Palace, Mission Homes, Honolulu Academy of the Arts, Doris Duke Shangri La Estate, and so on.
In Waikiki I most recently (April 2013) stayed at White Sand Hotel (Aqua property) on Nohonani Street in a room overlooking the pool and courtyard with a microwave, small frig, 2-burner stovetop, and coffee maker for ~$120/night.
The trip before (Nov 2011) I stayed at Waikiki Sand Villa overlooking the canal. They offer 'family rooms' with kitchens and have a nice pool area, small restaurant, free computers with internet. Similar budget price range.
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On Maui my family all stayed at Lahaina Shores, which is a condo hotel, on the outskirts of Lanhaina. We had 5 rooms, each is a bit different in decor and upkeep as they are individually owned. I thought it was a decent place. Nice pool on the lawn out back, and easy walking distance into town.
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You are on the right track. Stay in a hotel in Waikiki for 2-3 nights, then a condo on Maui for the rest. You are going to have a fabulous trip. Enjoy!
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Yes to a few nights in Honolulu in a hotel with kitchenette and a week or more on Maui in a condo. (I never suggest condos for less than a full week's stay. That's not usually economical, and it takes too much effort to provision a condo for a short stay.)
I don't see you doing a lot of touring around anywhere with a three and one year old, so maybe you'll just go to Maui.
There are some less expensive condos in Maalaea and North Kihei. $125 is pretty low budget. (There is a 13.42% tax to pay, and sometimes a cleaning cost of about $100 per stay.)
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Agreed -- short stay on Oahu, longer stay on Maui. Kihei area might meet your budget.
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This Business is not BBB Accredited
Property Connect Inc.
(855) 456-8767 (Disconnected)-, Ottawa, ON K1G 0Y9http://www.property-connect-inc.com ! There is an alert for this business !
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Customer Complaints Summary
BBB Serving Eastern and Northern Ontario and the Outaouais does not process any complaints against this company. Any complaints are directed to BBB serving London, ON for processing. For a full report contact BBB located in London, ON at (519) 673-3222 or http://london.bbb.org.
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|Total Closed Complaints
|Advertising / Sales Issues
|Billing / Collection Issues
|Problems with Product / Service
|Delivery Issues
|Guarantee / Warranty Issues
|Total Closed Complaints
Additional Informationtop
This company is located in London, ON; and the company does not have a physical location in Ottawa. To view the review of this company from the BBB of Western Ontario (London), please click on this link: http://www.bbb.org/western-ontario/business-reviews/landscape-maintenance/property-connect-in-london-on-1054675. Your BBB has learned that they have delivered snow plowing flyers to consumers' homes in Ottawa, Kitchener, and London.
All companies that do snow removal in Ottawa, must be licensed by the City of Ottawa. Property Connect has advised this BBB that they sub-contract to independent companies in Ottawa that are licensed for snow removal by the City of Ottawa. Consumers should ask to see any contractor's license, or check with the Licensing Department at Ottawa City Hall.BBB file opened: 01/11/2013
Type of Entity
Incorporated: October 2013, ON
Business ManagementPrincipal: Mr. David Macpherson Havers (Owner)
Business Category
Snow Removal Service, Soffit & Fascia, Siding Contractors, Gutter Cleaning, Gutters & Downspouts, Lawn Maintenance, Landscape Maintenance, Landscape Contractors
Alternate Business Names2390938 Ontario Inc.
Industry TipsHiring a Contractor
Hiring a Snow Removal Contractor


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Wisconsin Ag News Headlines
WWA to Recognize First Babies Born on Ag Day
Wisconsin Ag Connection - 03/08/2013
Springtime is often associated with new life; and the Wisconsin Women for Agriculture organization is literally taking that concept to a whole new level. On March 19, which is the first day of spring and also observed by many as 'National Ag Day,' the group is going to provide gift baskets to the first babies born at two urban hospitals in Wisconsin as a way to promote the importance of agriculture.
WWA President Lisa Condon told
Wisconsin Ag Connection
that the Rock River WWA chapter will deliver a gift basket to the parents of the first child born at Waukesha Memorial Hospital that day, and the Northwoods chapter will do the same at Eau Claire Lutheran Hospital.
"We felt that this would be a good way to connect with people who don't know a lot about agriculture," Condon said. "We as producers have to find unique and creative ways to bring our message to those in the cities and recognizing the first children born on Ag Day can be a neat way to accomplish that goal."
The gift baskets will include disposable diapers, corn starch baby powder and soy formula.
Many of the items are being donated by the Wisconsin Corn Growers Association and Wisconsin Soybean Association.
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