text: Contents CONTENTS ..................................................................................................................................... 1 OVAL TRACK DESIGN .................................................................................................................. 1 ROAD COURSE DESIGN ............................................................................................................... 1 SAFETY SYSTEMS AND DEVICES............................................................................................... 3 PIT AREA ........................................................................................................................................ 6 SPECTATOR AREA ....................................................................................................................... 8 Oval Track Design General Ovals generate higher speeds and are required to comply with more stringent safety regulations. Ovals with slower entry / fast exit turns are recommended. Banking greater than 10 degrees may lead to increased track maintenance and decreased passing. Track Dimensions Track Width Straightaway Width Maximum 40' Minimum 25' Corner Width Maximum 40' Minimum 30' Track Length Overall Length Maximum 3/16 Mile (990 feet) Minimum 1/16 Mile (330 feet) Straightaway Length Maximum 200' Minimum 75' Corner Radius Corner Radius Maximum determined by Track Length Rule Minimum 25' Tri-oval and dog-leg designs are permitted Must not create unsafe decreasing radius exits where there is not sufficient apron. Radius Change DECREASING Radius change should be avoided where possible. INCREASING Radius change is acceptable. Banking Banking Angle Maximum Banking 15 degrees Minimum Banking 2 degrees Banking Design A smooth transition from straightaway onto the banking is required. Less banking may reduce track maintenance and promote more passing and wider lines. Elevation Elevation Change The change of elevation is permitted on a straight or in a turn, provided it does not cause the loss of traction after entering a turn. (Example: Track drops off mid corner.) Road Course Design General A road course typically consists of a variety of left and right turns connected by straightaways of varying length. A road course must make a complete circuit beginning and ending at the Start/Finish line. Road course designs should be safe, competitive, challenging and enjoyable. Ample track and apron width is needed for safe passing. Track Dimensions Track Width Straightaway Width Maximum 30' Minimum 15' Corner Width Maximum 35' Minimum 20' Track Length Overall Length Maximum 1/2 Mile (2640 feet) Minimum 1/8 Mile (660 feet) Straightaway Length Maximum 250' Minimum 50' Corner Radius Corner Radius Minimum 10' At the end of the longest straight, a turn of greater than 90 degrees is recommended. Radius Change Changing radius turns are acceptable so long as ample apron area is established at the exit of decreasing radius turns. Banking Banking Angle Maximum Banking 8 degrees Banking is not recommended for multiple turns on a road course. Any banked turn must comply with banking safety standards. A smooth transition from straightaway onto the banking is required. Elevation Elevation Change The change of elevation is permitted on a straight or in a turn, provided it does not cause the loss of traction after entering a turn. (Example: Track drops off mid corner.) Maximum Total Elevation Change is 5% of the total track length. Track Layout Opposing Traffic Definition Opposing Traffic refers to the condition in which sections of a track are in close proximity to oncoming karts on another section of the track. Design Considerations During the preliminary design stages, great effort should be made to avoid the creation of an opposing traffic situation. Opposing traffic should be especially avoided in higher speed sections and at the exit of turns. Traffic should never be headed directly into oncoming traffic, separated only by barriers and / or a braking zone. Minimum Distance Between Opposing Lanes The distance between two opposing lanes should not be less than 30', and should be separated by a single row of an approved barrier system. In the event that the distance between two oncoming lanes is less than 30', one additional row of an approved barrier system shall be added for every 5' reduction. Example: 20' between oncoming lanes, Add 2 rows to the required single row of approved barrier system, 3 rows total Opposing lanes with greater than 50' between lanes require no barriers, but must have a surface that will retard the speed of a kart. Natural Hazards Design Considerations During the preliminary design stages, great effort should be made to avoid the hazards posed by natural and man made structures to participants. A rapid change in elevation or mismatched apron elevation could lead to rollover and should be avoided. Minimum Distance Between Natural Hazards No part of a track shall be placed within 75' of open water without a continuous section of approved fence or barrier separating the two. Ponds, rivers, lakes, seas and in ground swimming pools are considered open bodies of water. No part of a track shall be placed within 50' of a public street, road, highway or driveway without a continuous section of approved fence or barrier separating the two. No part of a track shall be placed within 30' of a building or permanent structure without a continuous section of approved fence or barrier separating the two. No part of a track shall be placed within 30' of a tree, rock, mound, hedge, tractor or other natural or man made hazard without an appropriate approved fence or barrier separating the two. No part of a track shall be placed within 50' of an unapproved fence without a continuous section of approved fence or barrier separating the two. Direction of Travel General There is no regulation to the direction of travel of a track, yet if a track is used in multiple directions or configurations: No traffic may be on track when the direction or layout is changed. A clear sign with an arrow indicating the direction of travel is required at pit exit. The direction of travel in the pit lane must switch with and be the same as the direction of travel of the adjacent section of track. Any change in configuration required a physical change in a barrier to avoid confusion. Unused sections must be blocked off. All possible configurations and race directions must be submitted during the Track Licensing procedure. Any change or addition to a licensed track must be submitted to T Karts and comply with all established track construction guidelines. Safety Systems and Devices Apron (or Run Off Area) Apron Design Aprons should be smooth and level with the track surface. Transitions from track to apron should be as mild as possible. Aprons should be free of loose rocks and debris, holes, obstacles or structures. Where an existing obstacle prevents an adequate apron, then adequate safety barriers are required. Apron Width Minimum Straightaway Apron: 25 feet from the track edge. Minimum Corner Apron: 35 feet from the outside track edge, 10 feet from the inside track edge. When an obstacle exists within the suggested apron area, an approved barrier system must be used. Apron Materials The ideal apron material is grass, though packed dirt, gravel and wood chips can be very effective at stopping karts. Curbing Curbing Placement Apex curbing should be places around the inside radius of a turn, extending at least 10 feet from the apex of the turn in either direction. Curbing should be placed in a horizontal plane, or may be inclined towards the track surface up to 5 degrees. Curbing should be positioned evenly and be of uniform height. Exit curbing should be designed to deter competitors from using it by slowing the kart dramatically. Curbing Design A variety of curbing options are available, but all must comply to these criteria. The curbing must not fall apart during an event. The curbing must not be taller than four inches above the track surface. The curbing must be smooth and not have sharp edges, fasteners or anchoring hardware. The curbing should be designed in such a way as to deter competitors from driving on the curbing. The curbing must be anchored to the track, or be buried so as not to move during competition. The curbing should not be designed or installed in such as to cause a kart to dig in and roll over when encountered at varying angles of approach. FIA/CIK certified curbing designs are suggested. Tire Collar curbing is acceptable. Tire Collars should be free of sharp steel or chord. Tire Collars should be bolted together with at least a 5/16" diameter bold and lock nut. Tires should be overlapping by 4" when bolting. When possible, tire collars can be filled with dirt, level to the top of the collar. Barriers Hay Barriers constructed of bound hay or straw (hay bales), preferably encased in plastic bags or shrink-wrap, are acceptable. Bales should be dry when bagged. Hay/straw bales without bags should be replaced yearly. When placed in rows, hay bales should be placed in straight, end to end, with no more than 6" between bales. When multiple rows are needed, there should be 1' to 3' between rows and a minimum of 4' between the deepest row and a hazard. Hay bales without bags should not be used within 10' of the track perimeter to avoid being broken up and dragged onto the racing surface. Tires Barriers constructed of new or used racing slick tires are acceptable. Tires should be no less than 12" wide and have no sharp or exposed metal edges. When placed in rows, tires should be bolted together using no smaller than a 5/16" bolt, self-locking nut and a 1" fender washer placed inside each tire. Holes should be drilled in the bottom of each tire to allow rainwater to drain and avoid standing water in which insects breed. A single tire should never be used as a barrier. A road going tire should never be used as a track barrier or other device. Any row of tires that is placed within 5' of the perimeter of the racing surface, and at an angle less than 45 degrees to the direction of travel, shall have a protective belt or band on the track side. This protective belt / band must start no more than 2" above the track surface and extend at least 10" above the track surface. Any joints in the banding must be flush (butt jointed) No sharp edges or fastening hardware may be exposed on the banding. When multiple rows are needed, there should be 1' to 3' between rows and a minimum of 4' between the deepest row and a hazard. Foam Barriers constructed of medium density foam blocks are acceptable. Blocks should be no smaller than 18" x 24" x 36" Blocks should be complete and not show any damage. Damaged blocks should be replaced immediately. Any row of foam blocks that is placed within 5' of the perimeter of the racing surface, and at an angle less than 45 degrees to the direction of travel, shall have a protective belt or band on the track side. This protective belt / band must start no more than 2" above the track surface and extend at least 10" above the track surface. Any joints in the banding must be flush (butt jointed) No sharp edges or fastening hardware may be exposed on the banding. Plastic Kart Barriers Purpose-built plastic karting barriers are acceptable. The manufacturer's instructions for use must be closely adhered to. Plastic barriers should be complete and not show any damage. Damaged barriers should be replaced immediately. If suggested by the manufacturer, plastic barriers may be filled with water to prevent movement. When multiple rows are needed, there should be 1' to 3' between rows and a minimum of 4' between the deepest row and a hazard. Rigid Barriers A rigid barrier is one that is positively anchored to the ground or is of such mass as to be effectively immovable. Such barrier would include but is not limited to: steel or wooden guard rail, rigid track wall, concrete barrier, fallen tree. Any rigid barrier placed within 35' of the perimeter of a track must have at least one row of acceptable, non-rigid barrier between the track and the rigid barrier. Rigid barriers may not be placed at an angle greater than 30 degrees to the direction of travel. Rigid barriers must extend in a vertical direction from within 2" of the track surface to a minimum height of 24" and a maximum height of 48" Any rigid barrier that is at an angle between 10 and 30 degrees to the direction of travel must have a single row of an approved non-rigid barrier placed 4' from the rigid barrier. Rigid barriers must be free of sharp or jagged edges, splinters, exposed posts or overlapping joints. No post may extend above the top edge of a rigid barrier. Any proposed rigid barriers must be identified during the Track Licensing procedure. If rigid barriers are planned after the licensing procedure is complete, a notice of intent to change must be filed with T Karts Fencing The use of an approved fencing system to secure the perimeter of a kart track is recommended for all tracks, regardless of license grade. Fencing Requirements Fencing Designs Fencing should be no less than 48" high and be secured by posts no more than 10' apart. These posts should be placed on the outside of the fence, away from the track. Recommended fencing is chain link, with a minimum gauge of 11 and a maximum opening 2" x 4". Other forms of fencing are acceptable so long as they are approved by T Karts prior to installation. Any fenced perimeter shall have no less than two lockable gates allowing access. Safety Stations Safety Stations shall be located around the track so as to provide a safe location for flagging and corner marshaling. Safety Stations should have the following safety devices: Yellow Flag: Minimum of 16" x 18", must be bright yellow and able to be waved without breaking or tearing. Black Flag: Minimum of 16" x 18", must be solid black and able to be waved without breaking or tearing. Red Flag: Minimum of 16" x 18", must be solid red and able to be waved without breaking or tearing. Fire Extinguisher: Fully charged extinguisher, minimum of a 5 pound dry chemical type. Water Jug with fresh, drinkable water Safety stations should be located such that they are visible to participants on track, yet shall not be located in the track's apron area. When possible, safety stations shall be on the inside of a corner. All safety stations within 40' of a track perimeter shall be protected by a single row of an approved barrier system. Pit Area Definition Pit Area: The specific space designated to the parking of transporters and preparation of karts. Grid Area: An area located adjacent to the Pit Exit in which karts queue up to enter the track. Requirements Physical Requirements Size Private Licensed Tracks: Pit area should be able to accommodate 20 participants, including truck, trailer and work area. Club Licensed Tracks: Pit area should be able to accommodate 40 participants, including truck, trailer and work area. Grand Prix Licensed Tracks: Pit area should be able to accommodate 80 participants, including truck, trailer and work area. Layout Pit area should be configured in such a way that passenger vehicle traffic does not flow through the middle of the pit area, but rather around the perimeter. Surface The surface of the pit area is open so long as it is smooth and free of large debris and obstacles that would make the pushing of a kart difficult. If needed, dust control measures shall be used in the pit area. Location Pit area should be located close to the track area so as to facilitate the pushing of karts to and in the pit area. Pit area should not be located within 50' of a public road without an approved fence or other barrier. Track License Requirements Private and Club Licensed Tracks: As spectators are not permitted on the property before or during the event, it is not required to have a perimeter fence surrounding the pit area. Grand Prix Licensed Tracks As spectators are permitted on the property before and during the event, a continuous safety fence is required on the entire perimeter of the pit area. Security gates shall be placed at all fence openings to prevent entry of unauthorized personnel. Rules of Conduct Driving in the Pit Area No kart shall be driven in the pit area. All karts shall be pushed in the pit area. Team Pit and Paddock Areas It is the responsibility of participants to maintain a clean pit and paddock area, free of litter and debris. No petroleum products may be dumped or drained onto the ground in any pit area. Language, Behavior and Sportsmanship The use of derogatory, threatening or foul language in the pit area is strictly prohibited. Physical or verbal confrontation of another competitor is strictly prohibited. Any act of poor sportsmanship in the pit area is strictly prohibited. Refueling No kart shall be fueled while running. No person shall be sitting in a kart while it is being fueled. When fueling, all efforts must be made to avoid spillage of fuel. Fuel should only be stored and transported in approved containers. Entry and Exit Grid Area Location The grid area should be located adjacent to the pit exit so as to allow competitors to prepare to enter the track. A single lane shall be left open for karts to enter the track as others are waiting in the grid area. Size The grid area should be large enough to accommodate up to 25 karts. Driving In the Grid Area Upon the instruction from track personnel or marshals, karts may be driven from the grid area to the pit exit and onto the track. Any kart driven in the grid area shall maintain a walking pace until entering the pit exit. Donuts, burn-outs and dangerous or erratic driving in the grid area is prohibited. Regulations No fueling may be done in the grid area. Participants should not congregate in the grid area while watching on track activities. Grand Prix Licensed Tracks: The grid area should be closed to spectators and separated from spectator areas by an approved fence system. Pit In Pit in is defined as the area between the exit of the racetrack and the entry of the pit area. Pit in shall be well defined and free of obstacles and hazards. The use of loose materials to slow the speeds of karts is recommended. An open area at the end of pit in shall be maintained where competitors exit their karts safely. No kart shall be driven beyond that point unless reentering the track. Non-driving participants shall not congregate in the pit in area. Pit Out Pit out is defined as the area between the pit / grid area and the entry of the racetrack. Pit out shall be well defined and free of obstacles and hazards. Non-driving participants shall not congregate in the pit out area. Pit out shall be placed so as to allow competitors entering the track to do so safely and without endangering on track competitors. A clear sight line shall be maintained between the racetrack and the pit out. If possible, pit out should be placed on the opposite side of the track as the racing line. Pit out should be of suitable size to allow entering competitors to accelerate and merge safely with on track traffic. Spectator Area Spectator Areas shall be separated from the track and pit areas by an approved fence. Spectator areas shall be constructed in accordance with local building regulations.


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Flynn Content To Stay In Green Bay
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Green Bay Packers backup quarterback Matt Flynn may eventually end up playing for another team, but he sounds content to stay in Green Bay at the moment. Flynn's name consistently comes up in trade rumors and has since he got his first NFL start in week 15 of the 2010 season and threw for 251 yards and three touchdowns
Al Harris: Super Bowl Champion
May 13th
Cornerback Al Harris may not have finished his career or the 2010 season with the Green Bay Packers, but Harris will always be a Green Bay Packer in our estimation. The organization apparently agrees. Even though the team cut Harris after he came off the physically unable to perform list, he'll still get a Super Bowl ring.
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Redskins Interested In Cullen Jenkins
May 12th
The Chicago Bears aren't the only team aiming to sign Green Bay Packers defensive end Cullen Jenkins. The Washington Redskins are reportedly interested as well. Jenkins will be a free agent when the NFL's offseason finally begins. The Packers have expressed no interest in re-signing the veteran, even though he's coming off a season where he recorded a career-high seven sacks.
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Awkward silence, anyone? The 2011 NFL lockout may be in full swing, but that didn't stop Green Bay Packers players and brass from spending five days on a bus together this week for the annual Packers Tailgate Tour across Upper Michigan and Wisconsin. According to The Associated Press, coach Mike McCarthy, general manager Ted Thompson and several other staff members saw the bus off Tuesday.
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Okay, maybe you're not ranked and maybe you are, but you probably at least know someone who's ranked in the latest edition of ESPN's power rankings. The worldwide leader ranked the top owners in the NFL this week, and the Green Bay Packers, who are publicly owned by more than 100,000 stockholders, came in third.
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The NFL Draft changes the face of every team's roster and the Green Bay Packers are no exception, even though they're the reigning Super Bowl champs. Several veterans will go into training camp to fight for a roster spot, while others will simply be let go during free agency. Here's a look at which players […]
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May 9th
Since the lockout has put an end to the organized team activities and minicamps everyone has grown accustomed to this time of year, players from several teams have organized their own workouts. Up to this point, the Green Bay Packers have not been among them and there isn't any sign that's about to change. While […]
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What Pre-Draft Visits Mean For Packers
May 8th
By the look of it, pre-draft visits mean absolutely nothing for the Green Bay Packers. The Packers brought around 20 players in for pre-draft visits, although that number could be more, since the team isn't required to report them. They also worked out a few players at other sites. In all, each organization is allowed […]
Favre Plans To Coach Or Do TV
May 6th
Now that Brett Favre is supposedly retired for good, he needs something to do besides collect evil glares from Deanna and text lewd messages to the tart he met at the local Big Star. That something, at least according to the Lord Brett Favre himself, is coaching or television work. Favre was interviewed by Hattiesburg's (Miss.) NBC affiliate at his football camp on Thursday, telling the station he's starting a new career.
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May 6th
Since the NFL lockout went back into effect during the league's three-day draft, teams have been prevented from signing undrafted free agents, as usual. Apparently, that hasn't stopped some teams from contacting these players and their agents anyway. Not only is it another sign that the owners are the only ones who believe in the […]
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May 5th
There's not much we enjoy more around these parts than making fun of that joke of an organization known as the Minnesota Vikings. Their debacle of a 2010 season was fitting for so many reasons and frankly, it couldn't have happened to a greater group of people. Thanks to Fly Over Entertainment, we'll soon be able to relive the Vikings' 2010 season in all its glory.
Jenkins Would Have Taken Less To Stay In Green Bay
May 5th
It's now a foregone conclusion defensive end Cullen Jenkins, who will be a free agent when the lockout ends, has played his last game for the Green Bay Packers. General manager Ted Thompson made no effort to sign Jenkins to a contract extension, even when Jenkins' agent approached the team before the start of the 2010 season. On Wednesday, Jenkins, who had a career-high seven sacks in 2010, revealed he would have taken less money to remain in Green Bay.
'Lombardi' Gets Retired
May 5th
Although there's been a buzz in NFL circles, the Broadway play about former Green Bay Packers coach Vince Lombardi, appropriately titled "Lombardi," will end its run prematurely. It will close on May 22 after 274 performances. The play was originally scheduled to finish its run June 19.
Will Packers Put Cobb In Wildcat?
May 4th
The Green Bay Packers drafted a versatile weapon when they picked Kentucky's Randall Cobb in the second round of the 2011 NFL Draft. We discussed this potential in Cobb's post-draft breakdown. What we didn't consider at the time is the possibility of the Packers putting Cobb in the wildcat. Certainly, the wildcat is a gadget play and the Packers aren't known for running such plays.
Ryan Pickett: Your Ultra-Conservative Guide
May 4th
I always find it odd when I see someone who isn't old, rich and white latch onto conservative political causes. Of course, there's a certain theory that sums things up nicely — you're only a Democrat until you start making a lot of money, unless you live in California. Unfortunately, that's not the case here […]
Nick Collins Third In Safety Rankings
May 3rd
Green Bay Packers safety Nick Collins came in third in ESPN's safety Power Rankings. The Pittsburgh Steelers' Troy Polamalu and Baltimore Ravens' Ed Reed were unanimous selections for first and second — Polamalu got all the first-place votes and Reed got all the second-place votes. Collins finished 12 points ahead of fourth-place finisher Adrian Wilson of the Arizona Cardinals.
Jerry Angelo Makes Chicago Bears A Joke On Draft Day Again
May 3rd
It's taken me a while to get to this, but now it's time to lay into the joke in the NFC North not named the Minnesota Vikings — the Chicago Bears. Actually, it's not the Bears whole organization that's a joke, it's general manager Jerry Angelo, which should come as a surprise to no one. If you watched the first round of the 2011 NFL Draft, you saw Angelo's ineptitude in action, although you probably couldn't tell what was really going on.
Vikings Want Ponder To Start Day One
May 2nd
It case you couldn't hear the groans coming from the west, the Minnesota Vikings selected Florida State quarterback Christian Ponder with the No. 12 overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft. Some might say the pick was a reach, and I'd be one of those people, but the Vikings were desperate for a young quarterback and quarterbacks were quickly disappearing at that point in the draft. Gone were Cam Newton (No. 1), Jake Locker (No. 8) and Blaine Gabbert (No. 10).


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About the ManufacturerBased in Farmingdale, New York, Chintaly Imports has been supplying the furniture industry with quality products since 1997. From its humble beginning with a small assortment of casual dining tables and chairs, it has grown to become a full-range supplier of curios, computer desks, accent pieces, occasional table, barstools, pub sets, upholstery groups and bedroom sets. This assortment of products includes many high-styled contemporary and traditionally-styled items. Chintaly Imports takes pride in the fact that many of its products offer the innovative look, style and quality which are offered with other suppliers at much higher prices.
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Its springtime, and that means more wildlife is out of hibernation and into procreation, according to Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife biologists.
Collisions with large animals such as bears, deer, elk and wildcats can be serious accidents.
Roads can create dangerous barriers for many species of wildlife, because they often bisect migration paths and can separate breeding, feeding and other areas vital for animals survival, says Simon Wray, an ODFW conservation biologist from Bend. We think of deer and elk mortality because it is so visible, but many wildlife species die on the road every day.
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Only a few years before the housing bubble burst, former accountant Donald Robbins switched from crunching numbers to building custom houses.
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Ergonomic 2-in-1 Position Handle with Soft Grip and 2 Position Trigger Switch with Constant ON Button Innovative design converts the traditional D grip handle to the Barrel Grip position for enhanced performance. Both upper and lower handles have soft grip to reduce vibration and user fatigue. Extended trigger switch allows for one or two finger placement on the trigger. 6.0 AMP, 800-3000 SPM, Variable Speed Craftsman Motor Powerful 6.0 AMP, permanently sealed 100% ball bearing motor provides 800-3000 SPM. Variable speed dial allows for proper selection of the motor speed for the material being cut. Ample power to cut or plunge through soft and hard woods a like. 5 Position Orbital Blade Selection with 360 Blade Rotation. A flip of the switch allows for quick adjustment of the pitch to the blade, to control the amount of orbiting action, detents securely lock the selection in position. Choose from fast, medium, low or smooth for variety of wood or metal surfaces to cut. Select the scrolling mode to allow the blade to rotate from 0-360 or any angle in between. 1 Year / 90 Day Warranty.
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My jig saw was dying. Per my research this Craftsman jigsaw had more desired features than any other jigsaw in my price range of $60 to $80. Tool-less blade change; accepts T & U shank blades; LaserTrac light; LED worklight; 2-way sawdust removal; 5 position orbital action; 6 amp motor; variable speed range; 360 degree scroll action and D-handle and scroll handle. Still a couple of reviews criticized the blade clamp as having a short life. I handled this concern by waiting until the jigsaw went on sale; then buying the Sears "Purchase-Protect" 3 year replacement plan so that my total cost was still within my budget. Another review criticized blade performance but said Bosch blades were best. My test confirmed that. I first cut a 2X4 using an old 12 tooth blade with the control lever shifted to "Smooth" and the variable speed dial at 6. After only cutting 1" into the 2x4 with the laser continuously on my cut line the blade had floated to the left 1/16". Next was a Sears blade, the 6 tooth blade that came with the jigsaw. After 1" it had floated off the cut line to the left by 1/32". Next was a Bosch wood 6 tooth blade. After 1" it was right on my cut line. Next was a Bosch wood 10 tooth blade. It also stayed right on the cut line. I was impressed. A jigsaw is really not intended to be used to cut through 2x 4s. I believe this jigsaw will get the job done for me and I'll stick with Bosch blades.
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Biggest pile of **** I have ever bought from sears. Might be ok if you cut wood and don't mine if you can't cut a straight line, but on thin aluminum with a bosch aluminum blade no one in my shop could cut a straight line. Does NOT hold the blade securely, it walks all over the place. If you want a real jig saw buy a high end Bosch.
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"The least an officer can do is show up, the most an officer can do is apply deadly or lethal force in a situation," said Bill Parsons, a trainer and expert on police use of force. The former Dayton Police officer stopped by our newsroom to give us a lesson.
Officers are trained to consider first: does the offender have the ability to cause bodily harm? Second: does that person have the opportunity to use it? Third: are people or is someone in immediate jeopardy, including the officer? And finally preclusion: has the officer exhausted all other avenues? As in, is there something else the officer can do besides use force?
"These are rapidly evolving, fluid situations... right, they're unfolding very quickly... and the officers are putting, this is one of the tests they're using," Parsons explained.
The other big question: Were the officer's actions objectively reasonable based on totality of circumstances?
Parsons says, in other words, "Would other officers have responded basically the same way that you did? And the other test is, totality of circumstances is everything that's going on the moment you apply force and your perception of that reality. Age, sex, size, relative strength, prior weapons, prior knowledge, closeness of weapon, number of good guys, number of bad guys, background, availability of back-up, other equipment and tools available, so that's what's going through the officer's mind."
Parsons says all of this is exactly how he explains use of force to jurors.
"These are all the legal aspects of use of force and use of force decision making but there's still no bright line. This is constantly shifting and changing based on all of these factors all of the time."
Parsons says officers train on use of force for about six to eight hours in the academy. Then every time the police force does training that involves interacting with a suspect, the use of force principles are reinforced over and over.
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Julita Butler of Manchester, a member of the Filipino American Charitable Trust, is among those organizing aid for the typhoon-stricken country. (Dave Solomon/Union Leader)
"We're very concerned for them," said Butler, a member of the Filipino American Charitable Trust (FACT-NH). "They were five minutes from the airport, which was totally destroyed."
"Thursday night I talked to my sister, and she said the wind was starting to really blow, and all we can do is hope and pray," said Butler of her sister in San Jose. The five children range in age from 10 to 22.
As soon as Genevieve Santiago found out about the devastation, she approached her bosses at Tutti Frutti Frozen Yogurt at the Mall of New Hampshire and asked for their help.
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In addition to donation boxes at the frozen yogurt franchises, FACT-NH has arranged for three drop-off locations for donated goods to be shipped to the Philippines: 16 South Willow St., second floor; Pigeon's Market on 168 Wilson St., in Manchester; and at the Rodeway Inn, 788 Laconia Road, in Tilton, N.H.Those locations will be up and running by this morning, with more in the works, said Josie Janz, another officer with the FACT-NH group.
Tax-deductible cash donations can be made by selecting the "donate" button at the home page of the charitable trust, www.fact-usa.org.
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At first, I thought Crash Dummy was a Lil Wayne song (emcee Naledge gave me that Weezy vibe in the first verse), but instead Kidz In The Hall's new release is further evidence of the duo's versatility. The two Ivy League graduates have accomplished something never done before, creating a song that sounds like it came directly from the street. Double-O's rumbling, addictive production work resembles something you would hear T.I. jump on, while just to further blur the lines they invite Lone Star State rider Killa Kyleon for a guest verse that's as wood-grain gripped as expected. From the banging beat and concept to the backpacker lyricism, The Kidz are simply the most mainstream underground group working. And yes, that's a complete paradox, but expect both underground heads and causal mainstream listeners to turn up the volume on Crash Dummy. In a nutshell, this record has an appeal to every type of hip hop listener, from the underground hip-hop fan to the mainstream fan, the dirty south fan to the gangsta fan. Is that a good thing? If you answered "Yes" be sure to cop their November 22 release Occasion, available for pre-order now.
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For such a slow film this really kept me interested. Not once during the 2 hrs 15 mins did I look at the clock and wish it would hurry up.It is an emotional movie basically, a tale of hope, friendship and corruption which is one of the best movies ever made.
English subs only, but if you know English you will not struggle. I often need subtitles because I can't pick everything up but with this movie the dialog was not drowned out by other noises so it is very easy to hear.
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This is clearly a very well scripted movie, It is 2 1/2 hours long which does make it feel rather slow until the last 30 mins where it speeds up and things start coming together. Maybe the reason I did not find this movie as enjoyable as most people do is because I already knew the Zodiac story.The acting here is top notch. Jake Gyllenhaal is as good as ever and again plays his type. Downey jr. provides the comic relief, but not much of it.Most of the film is spent just showing discussions between the police and the reporters. This is not an action thriller by any means.
Hovering between 3 and 4 stars for entertainment value I decided to give 4 stars because of the good quality of the video. I watched this DVD upscaled to 1080p and it was pretty smooth. It was not as detailed as the blu-ray and the background faded out of focus. However faces and close ups were smooth.
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Sometimes it goes deeper and I make a new friend. This usually happens when I realize I am on the chair with locals who can show me parts of the mountain I haven't seen.
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This fall, I spoke of demo days and trying snowboards before buying. The process worked beautifully, because I couldn't be happier with the snowboard that I now call mine. Plus, since I love to shop, it was like a shopping trip that lasted a few months, because I was continually doing research, making plans for the next demo day and then actually riding the test snowboards.
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