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I too have the full bestop soft doors on my JKUR and also experienced the "blow-out" effect in strong winds as they came stock.
I found this video and followed the instructions, use a bench vise and bend the frame inwards on all 3 legs. This makes them kind of like the rear doors, but you don't bend them in enough so that you have to hold the rear corner out to shut them like the rears come from bestop.
Since the mods I no longer have flapping on the front door lowers and the tops stay put up to 70 mph like the do in the video. They are still way overpriced for what you get but this has made them far more tolerable in daily use.
Here is the video:
How to make your Bestop soft doors quiter. - YouTube
I installed the Rockhard 4x4 Oil, Transmission and Dual Catalytic Converter skid today...pretty easy install. The oil and transmission pans seem pretty vulnerable on the JK. I've heard the oil pan is about as beefy as a soda can.
I've attached some before and after photos from the rear and from the front. The skid is the new design. The previous design (every photo I've seen on their website and elsewhere) included an uncovered hole to access the oil drain plug. The new design includes a sizeable bolt-on access plate.
Hopefully, the Mountain Off-Road muffler skid will be here next week.
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Hey Moabite!
Enjoy checking out your stuff, and the pics are very easy on the eyes.
Audio question: knowing what you know about the stock sub, would it handle more power? I would like to punch up the low end a bit, but need to stay in the stock enclosure and grill if possible...thoughts?
many thanks
Here are a few photos taken in my driveway the other day...mainly to show those interested in the Tuffy #275 enclosure how it looks installed. I'm EXTREMELY impressed with it...secure, easy to install, easy to remove.
It turned out to be the perfect size for me. I'm amazed how all the interior mods fit like they were pieces of a well-engineered puzzle. I was worried that the Tuffy might hit the Trailgater table when closed...but it clears it by at least an inch. The Trailgater clears the modified subwoofer by a fraction of an inch when the tailgate is closed. And the freezer fits between the back seat and the Tuffy enclosure with about 2 inches to spare. The bottom fronts to the soft doors fit in the tray on top of the Tuffy like it was designed for the doors. The rest of the soft door pieces easily fit inside the Tuffy, if necessary.
The soft doors have been removed as I mentioned above. I did email Bestop with my concerns about the safety of their doors. They appear to have chosen to ignore that email. I've bought some 1/2-inch steel rods that I will be securing to the lower soft door frames later this week in an attempt to eliminate outward flexing of the upper door. I'm going to try JB Weld at first. Hopefully it will hold in this application. Regular welding might be problematic since the door skins are sewn onto the cheesy 3/8-inch door frames.
|Wow. That is crazy! I have never read reviews of these yet. Thanks for the info guys! Will take it into consideration if I decide to get a set.
But like you stated already, you get convenience with them. They are they only ones out there that I know of that do what they do. I do a fair amount of long distance traveling with them. Here's my best tip (I know its illegal) but I get the headphones that go into your ears and act as ear plugs and play music and I check my mirrors regularly to attempt to maintain a standard of safety lost from he earplugs (actually you can't hear anything with those soft doors on anyway)! Most of the time I just tune it out with no music (it takes a lot of getting used to)! I wedge winter hats in the front doors behind the frame bars and between the fabric to minimize the obnoxious flapping and slapping of the fabric.
When I do long trips Denver to Phoenix (I pass right through your town) it gets really windy. So windy it bends those crappy mirrors I bolted on for towing straight down! The doors flex open at the top all the time. I've been able to get my whole hand out on some of the most windy days. You'll get used to it. I'm not happy about about the quality but they are what they are. They just jeep the weather out- kind of! When I get to the backcountry Arizona trails, the inconvenience is worth it when I just toss the doors in my popup camper and head out!
Let me know if you would like to meet up and grab a bite or just chat when I head through Moab next week. I have some other mods to the doors that I don't have pictures of yet- rope retainer straps, bungie straps to hold the windows open front and back while at highway speeds, etc.
These doors look cool and do function (at a minimum level), but leave a bad taste in your mouth for what you get in relation to cost.
OH, and since I remember reading about your reputation of clean Jeeps and washing frequently- YOU HAVE TO TAKE THE DOORS OFF EACH TIME YOU WASH IT TO DRAIN THE RUBBER GASKET CHANNEL OUT. INVERT THEM SEVERAL TIMES TO GET ALL THE WATER OUT OR THEY RUST UNDER THE GASKET AND BEHIND THE CANVAS. I called Bestop to let them know and they could care less. Luckily my go to shop warrantied them and Bestop sent me new front lowers.
PM me if a meet up is in the cards for you, thanks.
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After a rather scary drive to town yesterday, I'll be taking the Bestop doors off until it gets substantially warmer and I won't really need the uppers. I'll probably send an email to Bestop about safety concerns with these doors.
I was seriously concerned that the wind would rip the tops of the doors right off yesterday. Wind speeds were probably sustained at about 25 mph with higher gusts. There were times when I slowed down to 25 mph in a 45 mph zone simply because the tops of the doors were leaning out so far. For much of the 26 miles to town, I had one hand on the steering wheel and the other hand trying to hold the top of the driver's side window from leaning out and becoming a kite.
I am going to look into welding additional braces onto the bottom halves of these doors. I had half doors on my '03 Rubicon and used regular soft uppers and also the glass sliders. Each of those were very sturdy and there was never the slightest problem with them separating from the door frame even at 75 mph into a stiff headwind.
For the price Bestop charges for these things, you'd think they would be engineered a LOT better.
|Nice work and wise tire size selection. I'm all for pizza cutters (in the overland / practical builds, wider isn't always better!)
Here are a couple of photos with the new Bestop 2-piece soft doors installed...one taken yesterday on the Fins 'n' Things Trail.
The doors definitely increase the fun factor of the jeep. They offer a lot of freedom. You can go from full to half to no doors in a matter of seconds...and vice versa. All 4 tops and the bottom rears store in the Tuffy Security Deck with room to spare...while the bottom fronts fit perfectly in the tray on top of the Tuffy Deck.
I had to do a lot of bending of the metal frame to get the doors to fit tightly. They are a bit of a pain to close but it's something I can live with to gain the convenience. I haven't decided yet if they will stay on all summer. They've been on for about 10 days.
There is a LOT of wind noise with these doors, especially with the jeep totally enclosed (top on, windows closed). It's virtually impossible to listen to the stereo at anything over about 50 mph. But open a window or fold back the Sunrider top, and they are actually pretty quiet.
My only real complaint about them is that the front uppers start leaning out at the top at speeds above about 50 mph...enough to see an inch or so of daylight. I had half doors on my '03 Rubicon with regular soft uppers and also some sliders. There was no such problem with either of those. I know some people have started using a velcro strap to keep the uppers from leaning out. It's a good thing I don't go over 50 mph very often. At slow speeds, they seal very well.
It seems that Bestop could have engineered these much better. There is a small gap at the front bottoms of the doors which could have been taken care of by simply designing the metal frame correctly. Everyone with these doors has mentioned that gap. Weather stripping sometimes has to be tucked into the door opening before closing the rear doors...or you end up with weather stripping showing outside the vehicle and a less than perfect seal.
But overall, I'd have to say I'm pleased with them. Yes, there are problems. But at this time, they are the only doors available that offer the full/half/no-door options and the ability to store all the pieces in the back of the vehicle.
Bumpers are Poison Spyder...powdercoated to match the stock Rubicon wheels. Black bumpers are so...ummm...black. I don't like black wheels either...but that's just personal preference.
Lowerumble: I will try to post photos of the interior back later this week. The Tuffy #275 deck is fantastic! Highly recommended...especially since the top or front can be removed so easily if necessary. GREAT design.
Pup: Will also take a few more pix of the seat covers. Yes they are TrekArmor Coyotes. Photo below of right after installation....factory wrinkles still included.
I will also post some photos of the Bestop 2-piece soft doors and a few comments. I like them...but they have their drawbacks.
|What is your front bumper you have?
|Do you have any other pics showing the trek armor seat covers on your front seats? That's the coyote color, right?
|Hey Moab. I know you said that you were going going to do a full write up on the back of the jeep. Are you still planning on that?
|thanks. So I assume the documentation that comes with the sub mentions how to wire for 2,4 or 8?
Thanks in advance for the info. I've already changed out the tweeters and dash / soundbar speakers and it sounds great, except for a lack of bass at speed with the top down / doors off...
|Oh I think I like that alot!
I had a friend build a custom floor/deck to cover the area where the rear seat would normally be when folded. I was amazed at what I was able to fit underneath.
If I ever want to re-install the 91-pound rear seat, I just have to remove 5 bolts and the one-piece floor/deck will pull right out. The recovery gear, jump starter, Viair 450P compressor and other things that aren't accessed very often are stored under the frig. I have so much storage now that the Jeep is starting to feel like a minivan.
I also installed the absolutely totally AWESOME Tuffy #275 Security Deck and the Bestop 2-piece soft doors last week. I'll post some photos of those two items (and comments) later this week.
You can definitely get by with less amp power...the JBL is probably too much amp for the Polk. It's pushing 500 watts RMS at 2 ohms....and the Polk is rated at 180 RMS/500 peak...which is one reason why I may rewire the sub to 8 ohms where it will probably be closer to 200 watts. You don't really need the dual voice coil model of the MM840. The SVC model would give you 4 ohm impedance. Something around 150-200 watts RMS would probably be plenty for the Polk sub.
There are 2 channels going to the stock sub...one for each voice coil. Both of those are hooked into the JBL amp and there is just one 12-ga. output wire going to the sub...no real need for that second voice coil. It just gives you more choices in wiring for a different impedance. I didn't even have to cut the wires going to the stock sub...just spliced into them.
I don't remember what other amps I was looking at when I bought the JBL. I would highly recommend an amp with an auto-turn-on circuit so you don't have to run a remote turn on wire....and one that accepts high level inputs so you just have to splice into the existing sub wires. It probably took me less than an hour to hook up the amp. Most of the time was spent making the adapter and prepping the stock sub enclosure.
The sub/amp combo is hooked up. Holy crap...it is very hard-hitting, tight bass. Sounds good. The stock woofer is laughable in comparison. The Polk sub has VERY good low frequency extension. I've had to turn down the bass in the head unit to minus 4 and the gain on the amp is only at about 2 on a scale of 1-10.
I may even try wiring the sub at 8 ohms and see what happens. There's certainly no lack of power. But I think I'll wait until I have the doors and top off since I may have to crank the bass up a little under those conditions...but at this point, it sounds like it could shatter the windows in the vehicle next to me.
Some have said they had rattles when putting an aftermarket sub in the stock enclosure. I do not. I think the dynamat may have solved that problem.
To be honest, I'm really surprised at how good it sounds. Now I just need to find the time to replace the soundbar and dash speakers.
|The sub is installed...now I just have to hook up the amp, a JBL GTO-501EZ mono amp. The sub is wired for 2 ohm resistance. The grill is a Rockford Fosgate P2P3G-8 woofer grille. I attached it with low-profile velcro and a couple of small screws. I was a little worried that the grill might hit the Trailgater table, but it does not as you can see. With the amp, sub, grill, subwoofer cable, amp install kit, dynamat, and acousti-fill, I've only got about $325 in it.
Anxious to hear what you think of what you hear. Have the same desire to keep the stock head unit, but give a bit more oomph on the output end on a reasonable budget. If you have the detail on the amp, that would be great too.
As for your cabin system, I loved those Polks back when. Locked into a set of Axiom Audio out of Canada these days, and love 'em.
So I'm finally getting around to installing some of the audio gear that has been sitting around for the last couple of months...thought I would post a few pix of the sub install in the stock enclosure.
At this time, I'm just replacing the dash and sound bar speakers with Polks, and installing a Polk MM840D sub that will be driven by a 500-watt @2 ohm JBL amplifier. Depending on how it sounds, I may end up adding a signal processor and another amp to drive the dash/soundbar speakers.
I'm well aware that the audiophile solution to the Jeep sound system would be to replace the head unit, amp, wiring, etc. But I want to keep the head unit with the UConnect and all the steering wheel controls. So I will be content with a non-audiophile solution...but should have substantially better sound when the project is completed. I won't be sitting down with a glass of wine and doing critical listening in the Jeep. That is reserved for the 5-figure sound system in the cabin complete with 30-year-old, 135-lb Polk speakers capable of reproducing 16Hz organ pedals with stunning realism.
The MM840D is tailor-made for the stock JK sub enclosure, both in dimensions and box volume. However, the mounting holes do not line up, which required the fabrication of an adapter. I could not think of any way to just drill new holes in the stock housing and have the sub be securely mounted. So I made an adapter out of 1/2 inch plywood. Six holes had to be drilled in the adapter to mount it to the housing, and another eight holes for mounting the sub to the adapter. You could also buy a pre-made 1/2-inch spacer and drill it. (The sub fits without the adapter...but as I said, there is no way to securely mount it).
The enclosure has been lined with Dynamat and loosely filled with Acousti-fill. See photos.
Photo 1: Just the adapter
Photo 2: Dynamatted enclosure
Photo 3: Adapter installed
Photo 4: Acousti-filled
The back of the adapter was dynamatted and it was installed with the stock screws. After it was installed, I drilled the holes where the sub-mounting screws will go through the plastic (the holes were already in the adapter). The sub will be mounted with deck screws into the plywood and through the plastic of the stock housing. It will be bombproof.
Another problem that had to be solved was how to protect the sub. The optional Polk grill is a wagon wheel design that offers virtually no protection and also requires the sub to be spaced out substantially from the stock housing because of the grill's larger diameter. I settled on a metal grill made for Rockford-Fosgate speakers that will provide complete protection. Some tiny screws will mount the grill to the material filling the Polk's mounting bracket...might decide to put a few spots of glue on it too.
So the hardest parts of the sub mount are now finished. I just have to wire and mount the sub, then install the amp. I will splice into the sub wires near the rear passenger door for high-level amp input...and then just have to run a heavy-gauge hot wire to the battery and ground the amp. The amp has a signal-sensing circuit so I do not need to run a remote turn-on wire. Will post pix some time in the next few days of the finished install.
It's a 2002 Spottswoode Cabernet that's been in my cellar for 7 years...I'm sure it would make your wife very happy.
Oh...ummm...or were you referring to the table? It's an Outback JK Trailgater. I ordered it Tuesday from Rebel Off-Road, one of the WF vendors, and received it yesterday via FedEx.
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10/15 in Yankee History
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1981: The Yankees wrap up their 33rd AL pennant with a 4-0 win over the A's' completing a 3-game sweep of the ALCS.
1923: After Babe Ruth's first-inning home run, the Giants peck away at Herb Pennock for 4 runs and take a 4-1 lead into the 8th. With one out' Art Nehf loads the bases by giving up 2 singles and a walk, then walks in a run. Reliever Rosy Ryan forces in another run with a walk to Joe Dugan. Ruth strikes out' but Bob Meusel raps a base hit that scores the go-ahead runs. Sam Jones closes out the Giants' and the Yankees have their first World Championship.
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2000: The Mariners defeat the Yankees 6-2 to close within 1 game of the New Yorkers' who hold a 3-games-to-2 lead in the ALCS. Edgar Martinez and John Olerud hit back-to back HRs in the 5th inning for Seattle.
1978: The Yankees shell the Dodgers with a barrage of 18 hits, 16 of them singles, to win the 5th game of the WS, 12-2. Brian Doyle, Bucky Dent and Mickey Rivers have 3 hits each as the Bombers take a three games to two lead.
1977: The Yankees win 4-2 to take a 3-1 advantage in the WS. Reggie Jackson doubles and homers' and Ron Guidry notches a 4-hitter' striking out 7.
1964: St. Louis take an early lead in the deciding World Series game 7. Lou Brock's 5th-inning HR triggers a 2nd 3-run frame and a 6-0 lead for Bob Gibson. Mickey Mantle, Clete Boyer and Phil Linz all go long for New York' but it's not enough. The Cards win 7-5 and are the World Champions. Both Boyers' Ken for the Cards and Clete for the Yankees' homer in their last WS appearance' a first in ML history.
1962: After one day of travel and 3 of rain' Billy Pierce pitches a 3-hitter against the Yankees for a 5-2 Giants win in game 6 of the WS. Orlando Cepeda breaks his hitless streak with 2 hits and 3 RBI.
1957: Neal Ball, starting shortstop for the Highlanders from 1907 through 1909, dies at the age of 73. He is best remembered for turning the first unassisted triple play in modern Major League history, while playing for Cleveland in 1911.
1937: Rather than accept any trade offers' the Yankees release Tony Lazzeri, and allow him to make his own deal. He later signs on a player-coach with the Cubs.
1931: Lou Gehrig and a group of All Stars set sail for Japan on a barnstorming trip organized by sportswriter Fred Lieb. Also along for the ride is former Yankee prospect Lefty O'Doul.
1907: Sam Byrd, all-purpose outfielder for the Yankees' 1932 championship team, is born. As the Bambino's defensive skills were declining, Byrd became known as 'Babe Ruth's legs.'

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Following the mandate of the ITF Congress, on June 11th at 3 pm delegations of the two ITF Taekwon-do organisations, leaded by Grandmaster Trajtenberg and Dr. Chang Ung, met in Vienna at Vienna Grand Hotel and signed the agreement to stop immediately and end forever all Court proceedings at present and in the future between the two Taekwon-Do organisations and their own members and confirm the commitments not to slander, calumniate or defame each other. They express that they will observe a mutual respect to each other for the future. Grandmaster Trajtenberg was accompanied by ITF Secretary General Master Ferrando, Senior Vice-President Master Paul Weiler and Lawyer Mag. Spiegl as witness. If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact the Sec. General's office.
Master Juan Ferrando
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It is India's great honor to host the 93th IIC of 2014. We are grateful to ITF for giving us a chance to host such a respectable event. Great regards to Grand Masters, GM Willem Jacob Bos and GM Hector Marano for their super strong technical support and valuable time. We feel pride to share the success of the 93th IIC of 2014 in India....Read more
The latest edition of the ITF online Magazine, Taekwon-Do Generation, is now available online at this link: http://issuu.com/tkd-itf
This latest edition is packed with loads of great articles, including interviews with some of ITF's top competitors, coaches, Masters and Grandmasters, as well as an historical article on pioneer Colonel Nam Tae Hi, interesting articles on the structures of the National Associations and National Teams in Ireland, Canada and New Zealand, a look back at the World Championships in 2013, a preview of what's to come in the World Championships 2015 and short stories form around the world in the "My Dojang" section of the magazine. We hope you enjoy!!...Read more
Only two years after the first visit of sabum Niklas Enander (6thdegree/Sweden) the Uganda ITF under the leadership of its President Francis Emulu and the help of some other black belts (former WTF - now ITF) organised the 1st ITF tournament in history in Uganda.
On Saturday, July 26thmore than 70 participants from 7 clubs took part in pattern and sparring competition and with the help of Master Weiler, who brought the electronic competition system, the sparring competition runs very fast (compare also the donation equipment for Ethiopia in the following report)....Read more
Since 2008 the Ethiopian International Taekwon-Do Association (EITA) was the starting point for the ITF on the African Continent e.g. 1st IIC in Africa and the African TKD Cup ITF. Now it was the 1st Kid's course being held on the African Continent on July 28th and 29th (Monday and Tuesday) by Master Nardizzi (8th degree and Chairman of the Kid's Committee). 60+ instructors and 15 kids participated at the two days course to learn with great interest and with joy. Master Nardizzi taught all facets of the program and was impressed with the participation of instructors from Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda and Sweden. The interest for the Kid's course is not only very big by the instructors but also and especially by the authorities (e.g. Ministry of Sport) so that we have to plan and organise more of this seminars in Africa....Read more
Dear Masters, Instructors & National Anti-Doping Officers,
I would like to formally inform you and ask that you advise all participants from your country that:
ITF Anti-Doping Unit will be enforcing full Doping Control at World Cup 2014, Montego Bay, Jamaica.
The ITF Medical & Anti-Doping Unit has the support of the Jamaican NADO who will be testing at the request of ITF. All male and female athletes in all disciplines over 18 years of age are eligible for testing. Please encourage your participants to take the online courses on www.itfadu.org to familiarise themselves with the testing process and their rights.
I'm looking forward to see you all in Jamaica,
Yours in Taekwon-Do,
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The 95th International Instructors Course in San Francisco, California, USA completed on July 6th as a huge success. Over 160 participants from around the world including Canada, Japan, Australia, England and Ethiopia enjoyed instruction from Grand Masters Hector Marano and Wim Bos, along with very special guest, ITF President, Grand Master Pablo Trajtenberg....Read more
The 94th International Instructors Course (IIC) was successfully held in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, CANADA on June 27-29 2014. There were a total of 115 participants from three countries (Canada, USA and Jamaica). Newfoundland is an island off the east coast of Canada and St. John's is the oldest city in North America....Read more


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Those words come from Montgomery County council member Nancy Floreen. A cancer survivor, she says it's time the county did more to attack the deadly disease. One way to do that, she says, is to ban smoking on all Montgomery County-owned property and property leased by the county.
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Explore the magical side of New Zealand and understand why this beautiful country was chosen to portray Middle-earth in the incredibly popular Lord of the Rings trilogy. This is the perfect tour for those that want the thrills of an off road adventure but also want to discover exciting Lord of the Rings film locations.
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The Wilderness Safari takes you on a spectacular Jet Boat journey through the Dart's ever-changing braided river system. Awe-inspiring surroundings include breathtaking snow-capped mountains, ancient native forest, waterfalls and glacial valleys frozen in time. Your excursion includes an easy guided walk through the "Heritage Trail" at Paradise, where your knowledgeable guide will enliven your walk with an informative and entertaining commentary about the ancient native beech forest, the unique flora and fauna, as well as the fascinating Maori and colonial history of the area. You`ll also journey by 4WD coach via a scenic back-road route while hearing stories about the surrounding countryside and stopping to view scenery that has formed the epic backdrop for many international films, including "The Lord of the Rings".
Great Ocean Road
The Great Ocean Road drive is on the bucket lists of many and guaranteed to take your breath away. Unwind as you journey through scenic coastal terrains, viewing the Twelve Apostles and many other magnificent natural wonders. Along the way enjoy an exclusive lunch with magnificent ocean views and country hospitality.
Lanes and Arcades Walking Tour
Enjoy a casual stroll, with a passionate guide, through the back streets and beautiful historic lanes and arcades of Melbourne. Discover the architectural highlights, street art, and historical tales. Like many cities throughout the world there are fabulous malls and department stores, but Melbourne has a unique charm that is clearly evident. This tour is about seeing the smaller independant retailers that are often only found in the city. Hiding in basements or in seemingly private buildings are many of the country's emerging creative talents, where one off pieces are not uncommon. Melbourne is thriving with small businesses, and you will be amazed at what they offer - fashion, food, art, music, chocolate, accessories, vintage and more!
Penguins Up Late
This evening you can enjoy freshly prepared local fish and chips from the cafe just delicious! Next head down to Summerland Beach to witness a Little Penguin magic. Just as the sun sets over the ocean, the Little Penguins emerge from the sea and waddle up the beach to their sand dune burrows. These Little Penguins are the smallest of the penguin species and Phillip Island is fortunate enough to be home to the largest colony in the world. From your viewing platform you are placed in the heart of 'penguin central' where a Local Guide is on hand to tell you all about these gorgeous little creatures and their lifestyle.
Yarra Valley Wine Tour
A perfect day trip from Melbourne - the Yarra Valley is one of Australia's premium wine regions. With its cool climate, the valley is perfect for high quality grape growing and the area is well known for its Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, sparkling wine, and a wide range of varietals. Your small group tour with no more than 10 people is led by an experienced guide who will introduce you to the best the area has to offer. Along the way enjoy stunning scenery and visit a range of boutique wineries that dot the valley including tastings at five of them! A highlight is a stop at Domaine Chandon Winery, where you will sample sparkling wine and a tasting platter with several types of cheese. You will also enjoy an a la carte lunch (with a glass of wine of course!) at one of the wineries.
Ayers Rock Scenic Flight
Take in the mysterious grandeur of the Outback on a thirty minute scenic flight. It's no secret that Uluru's beauty is ever changing depending on the angle and time of day in which you view, so why not take a look from high in the sky? During this excursion you'll also get an aerial peek at more than 36 massive rock formations including the famous, Kata Tjuta. The unmistakable beauty of Uluru and its accompanying rock formations is magnified when set against an otherwise flat backdrop providing a horizon extending far beyond your imagination.
Camel Ride To Sunrise
Enjoy a peaceful camel ride among the red sand dunes in the cool, clear morning air and watch the sunrise on Uluru. Return to the camel depot for Billy Tea and freshly baked beer bread.
Daintree Rainforest 4WD Tour
Enjoy a full day exploring the Daintree. Cruise along the backwaters for your chance to view crocodiles in their natural habitat before continuing on your guided walk through the rainforest. Later stop at Emmagen Creek for a refreshing swim in a rainforest stream prior to visiting Cape Tribulation for a stroll along the beach.
Great Adventure Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Full Day Upgrade
The complete reef and island experience awaits with this exciting cruise. A fast 45 minute catamaran ride will take you to beautiful Green Island to enjoy 2 hours on this unique reef and rainforest coral cay. A day of adventure and discovery continues on the spacious activity platform moored on the majestic Outer Great Barrier Reef. Here you'll have three hours to snorkel (gear included), visit the underwater observatory, take a guided tour or choose from a host of other fun activities to take advantage of the Great Barrier Reef.
Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail - Private Excursion
This excursion package combines the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway with the famous Kuranda Scenic Railway. The Skyrail will take you on an amazing adventure above the World Heritage listed Tropical Rainforest canopy. The duration of the Skyrail experience is approximately one and a half hours and includes spending time at the two rainforest mid-stations where you can participate in a Ranger guided boardwalk tour, visit the Rainforest Interpretation Centre or take in the vistas from one of the lookout areas. The famous Kuranda Scenic Railway was built over 100 years ago and winds its way through the tropical mountain ranges between Cairns and Kuranda. This package includes time to explore Kuranda 'The Village in the Rainforest'. There are rainforest walks, markets, cafes, restaurants, and galleries for you to visit.
Blue Mountains Deluxe Tour
Your off the beaten track Blue Mountains experience starts with a visit to Featherdale Wildlife Park (before other tourists arrive) where you can meet all the native Australian animals and feed a kangaroo. Continue on to Blue Mountains National Park and enjoy the stunning views of the remote region. Breath the fresh air during a leisurely 30 minute round trip walk to Wentworth Falls and gaze at the spectacular views over Jamison Valley. Visit Eaglehawk Lookout, a remote lookout point away from the crowds for views of the famous Three Sisters. Dine on a two course lunch at the friendly Blackheath Golf Club, then spend the afternoon visiting a unique selection of lookouts including the famous Govetts Leap. Toast to all the beauty with a glass of sparkling wine at Mt. Wilson, and top off the day at the delightful Mt. Tomah Botanic Gardens for sweeping views of Sydney before returning to your hotel.
Hunter Valley Wine & Wildlife
Spend the day exploring Hunter Valley whilst being able to enjoy and sample many wines and local cheeses. Also make a stop at a unique wildlife park to meet native Australian animals
Sydney Aquarium & Wildlife World Combo
Embark on an amazing underwater journey as you walk through Australia's unique aquatic environments. Get up close to Aussie animals in the heart of Sydney, including koalas, kangaroos and one of the world's largest crocs.
Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb
The Bridge Climb is a 3 1/2 hour climb where you will ascend 4 ladders to the start of the upper arch, surrounded by the hum and buzz of Sydney's traffic. With the summit in your sight, your journey continues along the Bridge's outer arch on the Opera House side until you hit the top. After a summit celebration with your group, you cross the spine of the Bridge to the Darling Harbour side and make your descent.
Taronga Zoo - Nura Diya Aboriginal Discovery
Take a journey through Taronga as you hear stories of Australian wildlife told through the perspective of an Aboriginal guide, with tales of their shared history with the animals and land.
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Today in Valencia, Honda Racing Corporation introduced the Honda RCV1000R prototype machine to be used from 2014 in the MotoGP "Open" Class (prototype machines with Magneti Marelli hardware and software, 24 liter tank and 12 engines per season). The goal of this new machine, which will be sold and not leased to the teams, is to compete in MotoGP with a reasonable budget.Casey Stoner, Honda, Karel Abraham, MotoGP, Nicky Hayden, Scott Redding
MotoGP: Take A 295 KPH Lap On-Board At Valencia Circuit
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This is flat-out MotoGP racing at 295 kph! Watch as FOX Sports takes you for a blistering lap around Circuit Ricardo Tormo located in Valencia, Spain. You'll want to crank up the volume for this video…
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F1: German Report Suggests Raikkonen May Regret Ferrari Return
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Kimi Raikkonen might already be regretting his impending return to Ferrari, according to a pundit.
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America's most recent MotoGP World Champion, Nicky Hayden, won the title in 2006 in a tension-filled final race showdown with Valentino Rossi.
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Since the World Championship series was introduced in 1949, there have been 15 occasions on which the premier-class title has been decided at the final race of the year. Each was special in its own way.
1950 – Going to the final race of the year at his home race at Monza, Umberto Masetti – riding a four-cylinder Gilera – had a marginal lead in the championship over Geoff Duke, riding a single-cylinder Norton. Duke won the race, but Masetti did just enough by finishing second to clinch the title by a single point.Jorge Lorenzo, Marc Marquez, MotoGP


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My daughter who has celiac disease ordered a GF hamburger. It came with a bun on it! When we asked for a new one to be made, it came back a little too quickly, but our server assured us a new one had been made. Our daughter reacted by the time we came home. They just aren't knowledgable about what gluten actually is.
Terrific food, great atmosphere, but our waiter didn't listen to my food allergies and I was sick 30 min. later. Will try again tonight with friends and hope to get a better waiter.
2060 Renaissance Park Place, Cary,NC 27513
They have GF menu but be careful what you order, sauces such as the reduced wine sauce/gravy that the waitress said was safe, had me sick. Better to stick with sauce-less entrees like grilled fish and avoid the cross contamination that happened to me.
1604 Randall Road, Algonquin,IL 60102
I was glutened :( I ordered off the gf menu and reminded the waitress. It was my birthday and we rarely go out to eat. My husband and I shared a salad and my main course was 2 lobster tails. My side was asparagus and the seasonal veg was spaghetti squash. I was sick for 3 days. 2 stars instead of 1 because the food was delicious. But not worth the price I paid days after.
2600 East Beach Boulevard, Biloxi,MS 39531
GF menu; great food and knowledgeable staff
7401 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach,SC 29572
Great Tilapia and potatoes that were gluten free!
8703 Highway 17 Bypass S., Surfside,SC 29575
Love this restaurant- seriously my favorite . Everything - especially Chilean sea bass is Delicious . Completely Celiac friendly . Tried and true eaten at Bonefish many times .
210 Glensford Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28314
Love this place!
3333 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach,VA 23452
Good GF menu but portions are very small and not worth the price. . This recently changed
1305 W. 7th Street, Frederick,MD 21702
Good GF menu with lots of choices. We went around 3pm and the restaurant was pretty empty. Server was accommodating and even double checked if it was okay before he brought out bread for my husband who is not gf. I had the shrimp salad minus the tortilla strips (server was aware they contained gluten). There were a few gluten free options for dessert including a seasonal Pumpkin Creme Brule.
133 Gage Boulevard, Richland,WA 99352
Waitress was very knowledgable about celiac. Chef delivered my meal personally. Food was good
3333 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach,VA 23452
I got the Lilly's chicken and garlic mashed potatoes, had a crouton in my mashed potatoes which made me ill (had a bite before I saw the crouton) and staff tried to insist it was garlic, despite being hard, large, and smelling like bread (then tasting like a crouton to my husband as well). No apologies or compensation and the table next to us had received tortilla strips in their supposedly gluten free salad! They clearly are not well aware or trained here despite a dedicated menu. I do love their vanilla creme brulee and would likely go back just for that for dessert some time, as hopefully it would be safe by itself!
600 Towne Drive, Fayetteville,NY 13066
Gluten free Menu. Good food
28 US Highway 46, Pinebrook,NJ 07058
They have several GF options. Have been there twice and was sick both times after eating there. Food is good but there's cross contamination at this location. Can't take a chance anymore so won't be going back to this location. :(
6401 East Lloyd Expressway, Evansville,IN 47715
House salad-excellent. Lilly's. Chicken-good presentation ; nice choice of flavors. Heather did a nice job tonight. This is our first time here we will be back!!!! We had the brownie for dessert!!WOW!!!!!!
8805 Townley Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078
Bonefish is always a good choice. A little salty but yummy!
5212 Monticello Avenue, Williamsburg,VA 23188
We stayed in Williamsburg for several days and we ate here every night. Why? Because Bonefish is reliably good at keeping this celiac safe and I was not willing to eat somewhere new to "experiment" and get sick while on vacation. That would not be fun. One night, I had the filet with whipped potatoes and it was very good, as always. The next night, I had the chilean sea bass. Excellent with the mango salsa and jasmine rice. The third time, I tried the house salad and the lily's chicken (I believe that is the name of the dish) and we had to wait over half an hour for it to arrive. We were seated at the bar. It was just so-so, truth be told. The portions are getting smaller at the Bonefish Grills, I have noticed and the drinks are getting even smaller. Bummer. For the price we pay for these entrees, I'd like to see them stop the "paring down" practices. Not a typical Bonefish Grill (from my experience)--the wait time for the food was long (and it was not even busy), although the servers were all very nice!
3333 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach,VA 23452
Get the salmon lilys style, broiled with no seasoning.
While visiting the Albany area, we dined at this Bonefish with several family members. I have Celiac Disease and I appreciate it when a server (and a restaurant) takes my dietary needs seriously. Bonefish never fails me. The Chilean sea bass was reliably good, the seasonal side of zucchini was tasty but the jasmine rice was hard as a rock. Not sure what happened there, but no one else at the table had this problem.Every else enjoyed their meals thoroughly.I have to mention however, that the portions are getting smaller at Bonefish(in every locale from Florida to NY) and for the price of the entrees, I find that disappointing. Also, the new rocks glasses some places are using--are not appealing to me--and the small pour of Bombay sapphire for that crazy price with the giant ice cubes taking up most of the glass? Not cool. Whatever happened to pouring a drink to fill a glass? All that aside, if you are looking for a safe dining experience, Bonefish is a good choice.
696 J Bel Air Road, Bel Air,MD 21014
While traveling north from Florida, we stopped at this Bonefish for dinner. The minute, Gary our waiter came to the table, I knew we were in good hands. I have Celiac and I appreciate it when a server (and a restaurant) takes my dietary needs seriously. Bonefish never fails me. The filet was reliably good, the seasonal side of zucchini was tasty and the whipped potatoes were excellent. I have noticed however, that the portions are getting smaller at Bonefish(every locale from Florida to NY) and for the price of the entrees, I find that disappointing. Also, the new rocks glasses some places are using--are not appealing to me--and the small pour of Bombay sapphire for that crazy price with the giant ice cubes taking up most of the glass? Not cool. Whatever happened to pouring a drink to fill a glass? All that aside, if you are looking for a safe dining experience, Bonefish is a good choice.
6783 Veterans Pkwy, Columbus, GA 31909
Great place with lots of naturally gluten free options. The server helped me out with dishes that would be gf! Crime Brûlée is gf too! Yummm
225 West Pipkin Road, Lakeland,FL 33813
One of my favorite places to go! Very celiac friendly with lots of options!
500 Route 73 North, Marlton,NJ 08053
Delicious!! My favorite entree is Lily's Chicken.
18355 W. Bluemound Road, Brookfield,WI 53045
Amazing food! Shocked they had gluten free dessert - had to get both!
1515 Woodruff Road, Greenville,SC 29607
Excellent service. Food was ok. definitely gluten free. They had decent number of selection to choose from and deserts. Small portion so you don't feel over stuffed.
13005 Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy, Fairfax,VA 22033
Nice gluten free menu. Had the Tilapia with mango salsa, fresh zucchini sauté and mashed potatoes and a glass of Cabernet. I was so happy!
1260 Bower Parkway, Columbia,SC 29212
Service was wonderful and servers were knowledgeable of GF items. Good number of items on their GF menu. Wonderful brownie for dessert as well!
1761 West State Road 434, Longwood, FL 32750
FANTASTIC! The server (Megan, a delight!!!) was attentive and knowledgeable, and if she didn't know the answer, she was perfectly willing to find out. She suggested substitutions since they no longer have the edamame appetizer (the edamame hummus with sliced cucumbers and carrots is incredbly good!) A wonderful dinner. We'll be back!
1247 Niagara Falls Blvd., Amherst,NY 14226
Great food for a chain restaurant. Good GF options.
400 Evergreen Way, South Windsor, CT 06074
I went once . That was enough. Totally not impressed.
1250 North Germantown Parkway, Cordova,TN 38016
Wonderful food.
43304 W Eleven Mile Road , Novi,MI 48375
We've dined here successfully twice in the past month. They knew what they were talking about and modified dishes for us as needed.
10750 State Road 54, New Port Richey,FL 34655
Love the gf menu and have never gotten sick.
2060 Renaissance Park Place, Cary,NC 27513
The only local place with good seafood AND gluten free menu? It's all good...delicious, safe, did I mention delicious, awesome waitstaff, great atmosphere, just can't say enough nice things about bonefish. (By the way when I say good seafood, I'm from Baltimore, so you know I mean it!!!)
2699 W. Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee,FL 34741
Great places, good GF choices,and even they have a couple of desserts.
28 US Highway 46, Pinebrook,NJ 07058
Bone fish is our go-to restaurant. They have a gf menu which isn't all that big but the food is great. The macadamia but brownie is to die for! Wouldn't know it was gf.
2400 South 3rd Street, Jacksonville Beach,FL 32250
So many options! shrimp and scallops with lemon butter sauce and creme brûlée are to die for.
641 W. 23rd Street, Panama City,FL 32405
knowledgeable and gf menu. Great selection & food
970 Plaza Blvd, Lancaster, PA 17601
Awesome food!! Great GF menu !! Highly recommended!
225 West Pipkin Road, Lakeland,FL 33813
Very impressed with the selection on their dedicated GF menu. Server used an iPad to take our order and there's a button to flag as GF which the kitchen immediately sees. She asked if my need was allergy based and said there are extra steps the kitchen will take if so. I wasn't able to order the tuna sashimi appetizer as they soak the tuna in soy sauce to help the sesame seeds stick (and provide flavor) but she said if I call ahead they will prep a piece just for me using GF soy sauce. Loved the chicken dish that I ordered and felt great afterward. I'll definitely be back!
1835 Washington Rd, St. Clair, PA 15241
we went Sunday. the hostess was not sure if the gf menu had any brunch options which is odd because one side of the menu was the brunch menu. they also only had one copy of the gf menu. not sure what they do if more than one party is gf. anyway, I ordered the house salad and shrimp and scallops with mango salsa. it was fantastic. we ordered the macadamia nut brownie and creme brulee for desserts. it was all good. the server was great and aware of gf options. the hostess needs more training.
500 Route 73 North, Marlton,NJ 08053
Waiter went out of the way to make sure my meal was gf. Good brunch.
11705 C. Jones Bridge Road, Alpharetta,GA 30005
Had an excellent salad with salmon but could have had several other choices from their separate GF menu. Our waiter JB was knowledgable abt what parts of my husband's entree I could eat and what I could not since we like to share our food and he does not have to be GF. Music was too loud for my husband but I was fine with it. Would go back. Great food and service!
103 Highway 17 South, North Myrtle Beach,SC 29582
So sad to see they stopped using straight olive oil and went cheap by cutting it with soy!! I used to love coming here and having a safe meal. This will be my last visit. :(
5025 N 12th Ave., Pensacola,FL 32504
Absolutely love this place! Dedicated gluten free menu & amazing food
3420 Buford Drive, Buford,GA 30519
My family eats here about once a month or so. The food is always delicious & we have never gotten sick. I do wish the edamame was back on the menu, though!
4501 East 82nd Street, Indianapolis ,IN 46250
Bonefishis by far one of my favorite Gluten Free friendly chain restaurants.Their GF menu has a nice selection to choose from; even a dessert option. If they could make their Bang-Bang Shrimp GF, I would be beyond ecstatic.
11535 Hutchison Boulevard, Panama City Beach,FL 32407
They have a GF menu with many options. The server was familiar with GF but confused about a dairy allergy so everything was plain & unseasoned with all sauces on the side. It was good food, very fresh shrimp and I didn't have any issues with it.
4447 Commons Dr. E , Destin,FL 32541
The big problem with Bonefish is that it's expensive. Additionally, I ordered the Caesar Salad with salmon from the gluten free menu and got terribly sick. No croutons, of course, so it might have been the dressing or the rub on the salmon. I recommend you steer clear and try another place.
11658 U.S. Highway 1, North Palm Beach, FL 33408
AWESOME seafood, and exceptionally trained staff on gluten cross-contamination. They have separate grills, pots, pans, and utensils for the gluten free menu items. Highly recommended and great for large groups.
4421 Six Forks Road, Raleigh,NC 27609
Food was phenomenal, waitstaff very knowledgeable and helpful. My waiter's wife is a celiac, so he totally didn't mind my questions about preparation! The creme brulee dessert was to die for. Can't say enough good things about this place and this particular location!
18355 W. Bluemound Road, Brookfield,WI 53045
Nice gluten free menu
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