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well just a few months ago i did somthing really dumb i had a 2006 saturn vue well i got the bright idea to trade it off for this 98 t/a with the ls1 engine well the car had the ws6 body kit on it and it was just very nice i had to have this car well we went down had had the titles all done well..i went right to the car wash and started to wash the car and the paint on the top off the hood and the roof started looking very dull and then to top that off on the way home the check engine light came on well i brought the car home and hooked it up to me o.t.c. scan tool and it came up #5 misfire well then i ran a compresion test on the car and #5 only had 25psi were the rest had 150psi so yeah now it is time to tear it down already and redo it all.......i have never done somthing like this so if anyone has any tips of tricks please let me know what i am getting into.......thanks
My first car
1964 ford galixie xl500
Car I wish I still had
2004 Saturn ion redline
My dream car
dont know
- Type of racing: street
- Driver: me
- Car game: who faster
— Profile last updated: Jul 3, 2009
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Rob is better looking in person and on tv than he is on pics. That said, I am kinda disappointed. I thought he'd have a leaner or skinnier body and not so muscular. Now he looks like a total meathead to me.
^ Where did this picture come from? We need more.
HOLY SHIT!!! What a man! Wow!
Anderson Cooper is now officially dethroned.
Rob looks better with his shirt on...
Give me TJ Holmes and Don Lemon....
Why did you have to say that? Now everytime I look at Andersen, I'll think of Spock
- but um, as for Rob, I didn't mean to say he's not hot; I just felt a little "let down" after seeing his body 'unconditioned' in that photo. He's still a cutie, but I sense he can also be a cocky, meat head type of personality (as someone above has stated).
TJ is the most beautiful newsman ever!
Rob works out at LA Fitness in midtown Atlanta. He's an ass and not friendly to anyone who approaches him.
Haha! I can't believe how many people haven't noticed it before.
Yes, that's how I feel about Rob. Cute, yes but a meathead. I also agreed with you that he looks better in his suit or shit. Seeing him shirtless kinda makes him look different to me now. But still cute, no doubt. I just pictured him leaner.
I couldn't resist. Obviously straight? Don't be so sure. I've met and seen plenty of guys like that, including some married men that push the baby stroller in the mall while giving me the eye.
Maybe he is bitter because people criticize his natural body and don't think he's perfect enough because he eats food instead of drinking protein shakes and works out instead of abusing steroids to become an overly defined bodybuilder. The stress of unrealistic expectations in society can make anyone not always be so pleasant to be around, especially someone in the public eye. Eh, who am I kidding? He's just a mean, arrogant straight guy.
Yeah, he isn't exactly the friendliest of us in the media in Atlanta, so I wouldn't be surprised if that's why he's divorced.
I've been to a luncheon and conversed with T.J. Holmes before and he is very nice. The man has some swagger for sure and very much a charmer.
I like Don Lemon. I hate to let you guys down, but he is a happily married man. He is sweetheart and friendly though.
Yeah, the bitch is BACK!
TierraSimms you are one lucky Bitch....
Beautiful Italian Stallion, yum!
He used to be the weatherman here in Portland before he left for CNN. He was a real ass to people here to. I worked a charity fashion show and helped dress the local celebrities who participated. His body is actually nicer then it was then…he would change clothes right in front of me and just wasn't nice or pleasant at all.
A friend of mine was friends with his wife and went to his house once when he wasn't there. She gave them a tour of the house and told them to look under the bed where there was a Penthouse mag and a bottle of lube. She said that was for when wanted to jerk off. Since he is kind of a jerk off it seems appropriate.
^ now i'm picturing him jerking off.
I LOVE ROB MARCIANO--I have to say CNN has some of the hottest news men-TJ Holmes, Reynolds Wolf, Anderson Cooper and Sanjay Gupta. But Rob sends me over the edge!!!
That's him on the left.
Now all I need to see is him pantless.
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As many of you may know, Rob has been covering the Oil spill by doing special segments on CNN, this morning he was doing a segment about releasing Pelicans back into the wild, as he was boarding the plane, the camera man seemed to focus on his ass as he was walking up the stairs. The way those khakis hugged he's tight, muscular ass was beautiful. The moment only lasted 2 secs, but it was the best two seconds of my morning. It was a DVR moment, if only I had DVR .
Anderson and Rob chatting it up
I watch only to see TJ Holmes. He's so hot. He looks like he is packing too!
omg I love that long hair
Those Gulf pics are a nice find
He's got to be one of the hottest guys on TV right now
Ramon Nomar? (just kidding)
I saw this too.
He's smoking. I tweeted (is that the word), "will you marry me?" He hasn't responded yet.
I'd love to see TJ Holmes pounding his ass and making him his bitch.
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Kirstie_H Posts: 10,918A reporter would like to speak to a recent buyer of a Ford Focus ST who considered buying a VW GTI. If this fits your description and you'd like to share your story, please send your daytime contact info to email@example.com no later than 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET on Monday, 5/6/13.
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hofstadtler Posts: 2On Monday I bought a 2013 Focus SE with auto trans for $16,900 total price.
I conducted a phone auction over a two hour period with six area dealerships. Identified individual cars with stock numbers at each dealership in advance. Told each I would be at the dealership just after 5pm with a bank check in the required amount, and told each to give me their very best price, including all taxes, fees, registration, etc. Shared the best price to that point with each, gave each a little while to put together offer or counteroffer.
Highest quoted was $18650; I went with the lowest at $16900. Did it all in comfort of my home while playing with my baby.
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woodstockguy Posts: 182 deals-first SE w/auto trans, 200A packge, Sirius-16489 OTD, no trade. Second-SE w/auto trans, 200A package, Sirius and back-up assist-16501 OTD, No trade. Took first since it was 10 miles from where I live-the other was 200 miles round trip. Metro-Atlanta area. Note-did have 500 factory $ applied for college student.
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firsttimeford Posts: 4I just purchased the above with a 5 speed manual for $16,300 before tax, license and fees on 5/25/2013. It included $3250 in rebates. MSRP was $20,890.
taxes 5.5%
irritating documentation fee of $150
That was the best price I could find in the Mpls/St.Paul area. Comparing price, options, looks, handling, quality made this purchase no brainer when compared to other brands. I'm hoping the long term ownership proofs that this really was the correct choice! -
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vigos Posts: 6Hey folks, just wanted to post some info. I just purchased in TX a hb focus se ruby red with appearance package and 17"" machined steel wheels for $18437 (6k below msrp 24.645!). +tt&l, document fee and misc, an OTD price of 20.008
Used your great advice, plus some help from truecar... and I couldn't be happier. Thanks! -
wombat94 Posts: 5I just closed on a similar deal to moonroof's one above.
'13 Focus SE HB manual with Winter Package (MSRP $20490).
I got it for $15,333 + taxes + tags. included $3750 in rebates, so it is almost exactly the same discount from MSRP as moonroof's deal.
I'm satisfied with the deal, and feel like it is a lot of car for the money -
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wombat94 Posts: 5The extra $500 in rebates was probably my Lease Conquest cash.
I have a 2010 Honda Insight coming off lease and there was an extra $500 rebate for people that had leased a different manufacturer's car before.
Other than that I had the pretty standard $2250 customer cash, $500 EcoBoost challenge cash and $500 manual transmission cash. -
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woodstockguy Posts: 18Google ford dealership Winder ga. Look at the prices...they are the real deal. I used pricing match guarantees to get a smoking deal from another dealership. Also...many reputable dealerships have a 2-4 week mileage capped guarantee's on price matching. You can ALWAYS beat True Car's price if you shop it. I was 2K under their "great" price OTD....not just invoice. This was last year on a 2013.
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sandman_6472 Coral Springs, FLPosts: 2,919That's an outrageous price if it's truly OTD...very impressive. But if the tranny and Mysync issues haven't been solved, I personally wouldn't go near this vehicle as the bunch I've driven with that shudder in the tranny have been horrendous. No savings in the world would convince me to put up with that in any vehicle ever so hopefully they have solved these issues. It's a nice looking vehicle especially in the hatch version and I kinda like the way the cockpit surrounds the driver...just wish the colors were more...colorful in the infomation screens...very dullsville. Wish they were move vivid like the Toyota's and Lexi.
Hope it all works properly for ya as it is an outstanding price if true.
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ATTICA, Ohio (Feb. 17, 2006) - Attica Raceway Park will be the place to be for race fans on Friday nights in 2006. The schedule has 24 race nights, including events that will bring in the biggest names in sprint car racing, along with special events for the popular 305 sprints and limited late models.
"Our goal was to get race fans excited about coming to the track on Friday nights....something that will have them looking forward to the weekend," said new ARP promoter John Bores. "This schedule is aggressive and gives fans a variety of entertaining events."
ARP Operations Director Rex LeJeune agreed.
"Thanks to the many area businesses stepping up to become marketing partners with us, we were able to put together a schedule that will be one of the most exciting, entertaining and competitive in the Midwest," LeJeune said.
The 2006 season at "Ohio's Finest Racing" venue begins Friday, March 31, with the 410 sprints, 305 sprints and limited lates (raindate of Saturday, April 1). All three divisions are back in action Friday, April 7, followed by the traditional Coors Light Spring Nationals featuring the All Star Circuit of Champions on Friday (limited lates also) and Saturday (305 sprints), April 14 and 15.
Underground Utilities sponsors the racing action on Friday, April 21, with all three divisions on the card, with the limited lates running for $1,000 to win.
Bazel Oil night on Friday, April 28, features the 410 sprints, 305 sprints and the American Late Model Series (ALMS). Pepsi Night follows on May 5, honoring the local Scouts, with all three divisions racing.
Kistler Engines presents the World of Outlaws on Friday, May 12, as four-time All Star Champion Chad Kemenah, Joey Saldana, Donny Schatz, Daryn Pittman, Terry McCarl, Craig Dollansky , Brooke Tatnell, Jac Haudenschild and others battle the tough Attica regulars like Byron Reed, Mike Linder, Brandon Martin and more. The limited lates will also be in competition.
The races on May 19 are sponsored by Strawberry Hill/South Ridge Shell with the regular three divisions in action, along with the first of six appearances of the dirt trucks.
Kistler Engines will present the National Sprint Tour on Friday, May 26, as Steve "The King" Kinser, Danny Lasoski, Paul McMahon, Jason Meyers, Jason Sides, Lucas Wolfe, Tim Shaffer and others come to do battle on the third mile high banked dirt track. The limited lates are also in competition.
Long-time ARP supporter Burns Electric sponsors the racing on Friday, June 2, with the 410 sprints, 305 sprints, limited lates and dirt trucks in action.
Attica Raceway Park will pay tribute to all track champions over the past 18 years on Friday, June 9, as Legendz Sports Bar & Grill sponsors racing action with all three regular divisions on the card, along with the vintage race cars.
Another long-time ARP backer, East of Chicago Pizza, will sponsor the action on Friday, June 16, with the 410 sprints, 305 sprints and limited lates racing. Quality Welding will sponsor the Friday, June 23 racing which features the 410 sprints, 305 sprints and the ALMS late models, with the excitement continuing just two days later, as Attica kicks off the All Star Ohio Sprint Speedweek on Sunday, June 25 (limited lates on the card).
Racing resumes Friday, July 7, as Smith Family Frosted Foods - in association with Hampton Inn of Tiffin, Camden Falls Reception and Conference Center, Carmella's Italian Ristorante, and Surf'n Turf Specialties - celebrates "Christmas in July," with all three regular divisions in action, along with the dirt trucks. Fans are encouraged to dress for the occasion.
UUI again sponsors racing on Friday, July 14, with all three divisions in action ($1,000 to win for the limited lates).
The Short Track Shootout weekend kicks off Friday, July 21. at Attica, as the National Sprint Tour comes back to town (limited lates on the card). The NST travels down the road to Fremont the next night.
Budweiser Night - Friday, July 28 - features the 410 sprints, 305 sprints and limited lates, followed on Friday, Aug. 4, with the 305 Engine Builders Challenge (Griff's Engines, Level Performance, Gressman Powersports, O'Flaherty Engines and Hampshire Racing Engines) for the 410 and 305 sprints, limited lates and the dirt trucks.
There will be no racing on Friday, Aug. 11 for the Attica Independent Fair.
The Second Annual Attica Summer Nationals will be held Friday and Saturday, Aug. 18 and 19. Friday night's action has the 410 sprints, 305 sprints and ALMS late models on the card, while Saturday's card has the Kear's Speedshop Open Wheel Onslaught with the 410 sprints, 360 sprints and 305 sprints.
The Baumann Auto Group - supplier of the 2006 ARP Pace Truck - will sponsor Fan Appreciation Night on Saturday, Aug. 26, with the dirt trucks joining the regular divisions of 410 sprints, 305 sprints and limited lates.
Season Championship Night - final race of 2006 at ARP - will be held Saturday, Sept. 2, with the 410 and 305 sprints, limited lates and dirt trucks in action.
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Justin Chance's First Career Feature Win at Attica Voted Favorite UMP Late Model Moment of 2011 |
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The fans of Attica Raceway Park have spoken and voted Justin Chance's feature win on July 8th as their favorite UMP DIRTcar Late Model moment of the 2011 race season by just two votes over Jon Henry's charge from 17th to first by lap 13 to pick up the feature win on Mid-Season Championship Night. With the laps ticking down, it looked like Rick DeLong was struggling to keep his car on the bottom – especially in turns three and four and Chance was just waiting for his….chance. After coming so close the prior week to winning his first every feature, the Mansfield, Ohio native wasn't going to let another opportunity get away. He took advantage of a restart with just two laps to go and slid under DeLong and went on to score the victory. Over the off-season atticaracewaypark.com will be conducting several polls to help determine what was the greatest moment of the 2011 season at Attica Raceway Park. |
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Here you can find all of DxOMark's measurement publishing announcements, along with a selection of reviews, print and blog articles from the photo press and communities that talk about DxOMark or reference DxOMark results.
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Sigma has produced some really fine lenses over the past few years, including the 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM (which we liked a lot when we reviewed it in 2008) and the 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM. But the 35mm F1.4 DG HSM may possibly be its best yet. In fact it's one of those rare lenses for which finding any fault seems almost churlish, so good is its overall performance. Read the article |
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The Samsung EX2F is a successor to the company's EX1 (known as the TL500 in some markets). Its name is now the same across all markets, and gains the 'F' that Samsung uses to denote its Wi-Fi capable cameras. It sees a 12MP BSI CMOS sensor supplanting the 10MP CCD that was used in its predecessor, and beyond these changes carries forward that camera's impressive specifications. Its lens starts off both wide and impressively bright (the 24mm equivalent, F1.4 figure being used extensively in the marketing material) but slows down soon after, meaning it's pretty quickly out-gunned by several cameras in this class. Read the article |
Canon's PowerShot G15 is the latest iteration of the popular G-series compacts aimed at enthusiasts. It packs a number of refinements over its predecessor, not the least being a new f/1.8-2.8 high-speed zoom, larger, high-resolution screen and a smaller, more compact body. It also marks the move from CCD to a Canon made CMOS with a fourfold increase in maximum sensitivity and full HD (1080p) video capture. Will the new Canon show any advance in image quality over the earlier G12? Read on to find out. |
Announced in September 2012, the Sony NEX-6 creates a new range in the Sony line-up. It sits between the flagship Sony NEX-7 and the mid-range Sony NEX-5R offering features and performance benefits to beginner and advanced photographers alike. Providing a simplified user-interface than the NEX-7, the NEX-6 is none-the-less fully featured with a high-resolution OLED viewfinder, Full HD video recording and a tilt-adjustable screen for ease of use. |
Pentax's new version of their very accomplished K-5 model manages to retain the top position in the Semi-Pro DSLR category against some very tough competition. Should we be disappointed that it fails to score higher than the K-5? Not really, the K-5 II incorporates a number of technology updates without damaging what was, in the K-5, a very good formula. |
Introduced in mid September, the Olympus PEN E-PM2 is the second generation of Olympus' entry-level Micro Four Thirds hybrid camera. It sports a newly updated design with a useful, fixed grip and a touch-screen interface among other updates, but the big news is that it has inherited the sensor of the much-admired Olympus OM-D E-M5, the current top-of-the-line Micro Four Thirds camera. |
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The Lumix DMC-FZ200 ($599) is Panasonic's flagship super-zoom digital camera. While recent models have been relatively minor upgrades, the FZ200 returns to its roots by featuring a lens with an F2.8 maximum aperture across its entire zoom range. The early models in the FZ series (FZ1 - FZ20) had lenses with constant maximum apertures, but that stopped with the FZ30, launched back in 2005. Last year's DMC-FZ150 had an F2.8 - F5.2 lens, so the lens on the FZ200 is a huge improvement, and the extra brightness should make a real difference at long focal lengths and/or in poor light, allowing you to shoot at lower, less noisy ISO settings. Read the article |
With the Pen E-PL5, Olympus updates its range of micro 4:3 compact hybrids with redesigned ergonomics, upgraded electronics, and especially with the integration of the same 16Mpix LiveMos sensor found in the OM-D E-M5. Will it show the same advances in image quality as the flagship camera of its line? Our tests provide the answer. |
Canon's Powershot S110 in an update on its previous Powershot S100, there are some improvements in the styling and user interface and an increase in the maximum ISO, which should be welcome for users working in low light. However the DxO Mark overall score fails to live up to its predecessor, so are the changes purely cosmetic? |
Announced at IFA 2012, Sony's NEX-5R (2938) is the third version of its very popular NEX-5 (1358) camera. This new model features a 16-megapixel APS-C EXMOR sensor composed of photosites that provide autofocusing by phase detection. Has Sony improved the image quality of its latest mid-range compact hybrid? Our tests reveal the answer. |
Nikon expands its FX line for mid-range full-format DSLRs with the announcement of the new AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/4G ED VR telephoto — a lens long overdue. |
The Nikon D5200 refurbishes the D5100 and moves upmarket by adopting a 24Mpix APS-C sensor and some of the elements that have been the joy of photographers equipped with a D7000: a 39-point autofocus and an exposure meter that incorporates a 2016Mpix RGB sensor and scene recognition. |
A wide-angle lens is good, but a stabilized wide-angle is so much better! Such a thing wasn't customary just a little while ago, but this is something we're seeing more and more, and Canon is not the last in line in this regard. So the Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS USM will be the first 35mm lens to benefit from optical image stabilization. |
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Back in September Canon introduced the EOS 6D, its entry into the nascent 'compact, lightweight' full frame SLR segment. With the launch of the EF 24-70mm f/4L IS USM, Canon has now revealed what's destined to be its 'kit' lens. The newcomer is relatively compact in size to match the ethos of the 6D body design, but sports the company's premium 'L' series designation. However this comes with a price tag that's sure to make more than a few Canon users catch their breath - we've been told the the RRP will be $1499 / £1499.99 / €1459. What remains to be seen, though, is how much it will cost in a kit with the 6D body. Read the article |
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The Samsung Galaxy S3 is the latest incarnation of Samsung's hugely successful Galaxy S smartphone line and Samsung's best-selling smartphone to date. Read our in-depth full review of its 8MP camera here. The Samsung Galaxy S3 is the latest incarnation of Samsung's hugely successful Galaxy S smartphone line and Samsung's best-selling smartphone to date. Read our in-depth full review of its 8MP camera here. Read the article |
By replacing two predecessors with the Canon EOS-1D X, its new flagship professional DSLR, Canon hopes to deliver both the top-notch image quality of the studio-oriented Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III and the superfast performance of the Canon EOS 1D Mark IV sports shooter. A compromise of sorts between speed and image quality, the 1D X manages to deliver enough improvements to satisfy both markets. |
Finally, a Sony full-frame DSLR: the last one was the Alpha 850. But though the new full-format 24Mpix camera shines with all of its new technology and features, it now belongs to the family of cameras with electronic viewfinders instead of with the Alpha 900 and its traditional DSLR viewfinder. With this new positioning, Sony stands out from among the leading lights in this market segment. |
The Sony NEX-6 is a well-thought-out compact hybrid that, like the NEX-7, takes into account the needs of the expert amateur, but also considers the needs of beginning photographers as well. |
The Nikon 1 J2 retains many of the same characteristics of its older brother, the J1, including its 1", 10-Mpix CMOS sensor. Other than its new 3", 921,000-point screen, the new version of Nikon's compact hybrid puts particular emphasis on creative modes. How does the Nikon 1 J2's sensor perform with respect to its predecessor, to its direct competitors, and to expert-level hybrids and compacts? Some answers from DxOMark. |
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The Lumix DMC-LX7 is Panasonic's flagship compact camera, and the long-awaited follow-up to the popular DMC-LX5. At first glance, it's hard to tell the two apart, but look closer and you'll see some pretty big changes. The DMC-LX7 is a mid-sized camera made mostly of metal. Build quality is good in most respects, though I wasn't a fan of the cheap-feeling rear dial, which doesn't turn smoothly. As is usually the case, the plastic door over the battery/memory card compartment is flimsy, as well. The LX7 fits well in your hand, thanks to a right hand grip that's, well, just right. The biggest feature on the camera is undoubtedly its F1.4-2.3, 3.8X Leica zoom lens (equivalent to 24 - 90 mm). This is the fastest lens you'll find on a compact camera. Read the article |
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The iPhone 5, Apple's latest model, brings a larger screen, faster processor and redesigned camera compared to its predecessor. Read our full review to find out how its camera performs. Read the article |
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(01-16-2013 05:08 PM)crazyforkinsler5 Wrote: With my 1958 set down to 4 cards, I have decided to start focusing on my next set. That is going to be 1961 Topps. All of my needs are marked in my ORG and I would like to trade for as many as I can. Can trade vintage, modern, Gud, autos or whatever you like. I just need some 61s help. Thanks in advance.
(01-23-2013 09:09 PM)coimbre 21 Wrote: Man, if my memory is correct, you whittled down that 58 set pretty quickly. I'm about 65% done on my 61 set but you have me thinking that I should to start attacking it again. Good luck!
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2013 U14/13 Virginia Rush Developmental Academy Program
Monday October 22, 2012 US Soccer began the process of laying out the addition and formation of the U14/13 US Soccer Developmental Academy program to their respective members. Starting in the fall of 2013 the Virginia Rush Developmental Academy Program will include U18/17, U16/15 and U14/13 age group teams in this program. U14/13 programing will be for players born in 1999 and later. While specifics of the program, travel, opponents and events are still to be determined, the following link will allow you to view the overall outline and focus for this program.
US Soccer Developmental Academy
Following a comprehensive review of elite player development in the United States and around the world, U.S. Soccer created the Development Academy in 2007 to improve the everyday environment for the elite youth player.
The Development Academy is a partnership between U.S. Soccer and the top youth clubs around the country to provide the best youth players in the U.S. with an everyday environment designed to produce the next generation of National Team players. The Academy's programming philosophy is based on increased training, less total games and more competitive games.
The Academy also connects National Team coaches directly with the Academy clubs to develop and identify players and coaches for future Youth National Teams. Each Academy team is evaluated by a member of the Men's Scouting Network at least ten times each year and each Academy club receives two formal evaluations in over 100 categories each year from U.S. Soccer Technical Staff.
The Development Academy is also focused on identifying and developing the next generation of elite referees. U.S. Soccer assigns up-and-coming officials to participate in Academy games at the local level and at national events.
The Virginia Rush Developmental Academy program will begin training the age specific players this winter and should anyone be interested from outside the club in trying out, please contact Jay Hoffman or Darren Warham at 757-430-3500.


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OK thanks, I suspected something like that.
Good to be armed with info. when I call.
Is there a good way to transfer recordings from one of the old DVRs over? Or maybe I can just deactivate it but view the old recordings before returning it?
If it is a leased box that you are going to deactivate, then the tech is supposed to take it with them once the switch is made. In order to not allow this to happen you would need to keep it activated until you watch all your shows on it.
If owned, you would be correct in this method.
Transferring recordings would take pretty decent computer knowledge programming.


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Best Tech Events This Week (Jeff Weiner Discussion, Comedy Hack Day, Tech Does Fashion Week Party, Women 2.0, NY Games Conference)
This is a guest post from Gary Sharma (aka "The Guy with the Red Tie"), founder and CEO of GarysGuide and proud owner of a whole bunch of black suits, white shirts and, at last count, over 40 red ties. You can reach him at gary [at] garysguide.com.
I'm a big fan of organizations and groups that encourage more women to get involved in the traditionally male-dominated worlds of tech and entrepreneurship, by creating community and providing guidance and support. And this week, we have a ton of these women-focused events.
There is the Ladies Who Code hacknight, where they encourage you to bring your brilliant self, your laptop, and your beloved text-editor of choice! There is Celebrating Extraordinary Female Founders at Levo League (a site for Gen Y female professionals), as well as the launch party for PlumAlley (a new site supporting female-founded companies). There is the Go Connect – Ignite Your Ambition event organized by NY Tech Women and The White House Project. There is JumpStart Your Dreams, organized by She Creates Change (a community supporting women as they make their professional dreams a reality). And finally there's Women 2.0 Founder Friday, with guest hosts Alexis Tryon (cofounder, Artsicle) and Anagha Nadkarni (cofounder, AppGuppy). Read More


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The addition of vegetables helped increase the positive response in multiple ways, making the meal seem more "complete," "loving," "tasty," and prepared with more effort or thought. Respondents also rated the vegetable-preparing mothers as more loving and thoughtful and less boring or selfish.
I see two sides to this research.
Sure, we can focus on the fact that moms who serve vegetables are noble. But why not guilt the many mothers who aren't living up to the standard?
How about a tagline like "Supermoms serve veggies, lazy moms don't"?
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Mackie DL1608 Mixer Review
Sep 19, 2012 10:43 AM, By John McJunkin
A flexible handheld device built for iPad control.
The unfulfilled pop culture promise of 40 to 60 years ago, that we'll all be going to work in flying cars by now, is a popular Internet meme. Indeed, it appears that flying cars are still decades away, but other magical technologies have appeared—the unbelievable stuff of dreams that would have made us faint dead away just 20 years ago. Among these is the idea of remotely adjusting every parameter of a complex mixing console wirelessly with a sophisticated walk-around handheld controller. It didn't happen overnight—it's been cooking on the back burner for 10 or 15 years now—but what has emerged in the past year or two is near universal access to this technology. Go back five to 10 years, and only ultra-sophisticated systems on high-end tours and the very finest performance venues had this capability. Mackie have brought this technology right down into the pro-sumer domain with its new DL1608 mixer. As of this writing, there is no other sub-$1000 mixer that can be controlled remotely by pad or tablet, but expect an explosion of such mixers over the next year. I will even go out on a limb to predict that within 3 years, every digital console available from every manufacturer will have the capacity for remote control from hand-held touch-screen devices, whether those devices are integrated into the hardware, or used as a virtual duplicate.
The DL1608 itself is not actually a complete mixer. It's one half of a two-part system—the I/O and digital audio engine that handles all the input, output, and processing of your signals. The other half of the system is the iPad that you provide to control the system. The space on the mixer that would normally be occupied by faders, buttons, knobs, and metering is an open space on the DL1608, ready to accept your iPad. And it does accept any iPad, from the first generation to the very latest. In order to use a first generation iPad, a tray insert must be removed in order to accommodate the slightly different physical attributes of the early device. At the left of the open space is a stop that features a dock connector, with pins just like the one that plugs into your iPad for charging and syncing. As a matter of fact, the DL1608 actually does charge the battery in the iPad. Once the iPad is slid into place, a "PadLock" is slid in to the right of the iPad and screwed down, effectively locking the iPad in place. Aside from charging, the other purpose of the connection is to facilitate recording of the mixer's L-R main bus by the iPad, and also playback of any audio from the iPad. During my initial examination of the mixer, I noted an apparent oversight: the lack of stereo RCA inputs to accommodate an external CD player or iPod or iPad. I was then struck by the notion that audio from the iPad can probably be streamed directly, and was pleased to discover that my instincts were correct.
Above the DL1608's iPad space are 17 identical knobs, 16 LEDs, and a 1/4in. headphone output jack. The rightmost knob controls output level for the headphones, while the other 16, arrayed in two rows of eight, determine input gain for each of the mixer's 16 channels. The LEDs indicate the status of the input level— green shows the presence of a usable signal, and red indicates clipping. Continuing "over the top of the hill" to the downward-sloping I/O panel on the rear of the mixer, we find 16 inputs, the first 12 of which are standard XLR mic-level inputs, and the last four are the specialized inputs that can accommodate either XLR or 1/4in. plugs (balanced or unbalanced, in this case). There are also two XLR outputs representing the main outputs of the mixer, and six 1/4in jacks representing the mixer's auxiliary outputs. To their left is a recessed space in the vertical plane on the extreme rear of the mixer. This space features an RJ-45 Ethernet jack used to connect the mixer to a Wi-Fi router, facilitating wireless walk-around control. There's also a barrel connector power inlet with a screw-on outer ring to secure power. The only other notable features on the mixer's rear panel are two rocker switches: one for power, the other for 48V phantom power.
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There are times when the flatbed on your pickup truck can't fit a taller ladder. Instead of trying to hold it down on the roof with ordinary straps, think about installing a ladder rack on the roof top. These racks are made to be durable so they can withstand the tight turns and abrupt stops on the road. Don't risk you and other driver's safety. Get a ladder rack for your pickup, SUV or cargo van from Sears.
Much like roof top bike and ski racks, most ladder racks can be easily mounted to the top of your car. Roof racks not only open up space inside your vehicle or on your flatbed, but they also keep large ladders from impairing your vision when you drive. You'll find a large selection of carriers that are sure to make lugging a giant ladder a breeze. For instance, Sears carries Dee Zee's line of half and full racks that can handle almost any road or weather conditions.
There are also specific truck ladder racks you can use if you drive a heavy duty pickup. However, not all ladder carriers are roof racks. You can actually find models that attach within the flatbed of your pickup truck, which makes installation easy and provides you space for all the other equipment you haul. Typically, these kinds of racks also give you plenty of clearance above the rearview window so you can safely check the road behind you.
Most ladders are made of steel, aluminum and other kinds of metals. If you constantly carry your ladder around for different jobs, make sure to get a tarp or cover to keep water, road salt or other debris from coming in contact with it. The proper cover can reduce the likelihood of rust or wear from ruining one of your most trusted accessories. If you still have an old-fashioned wooden ladder, a tarp made from reinforced materials can prevent these elements from warping it.
Whether you're hauling ladders around constantly work or occasionally for special projects, ladder racks will keep them secure during your commute. Sears has an impressive lineup of racks from top-of-the-line brands you know and trust. Don't waste time trying to maneuver that bulky ladder into your trailer or flatbed with all that other cargo. Create more space for other important gear with a ladder rack.


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Through an exhaustive research and development process, we've created a goggle line that offers three specific innovations: greater field of vision, better fog control, and more comfortable fit for every head and face shape. And by including the best available lens clarity and a wide range of lenses for diverse conditions, Salomon goggles deliver the one innovation that really counts, better vision
An extremely soft material between the frame and face foam, called custom frame, adapts precisely to any face shape, for improved comfort
By reducing the thickness of the frame, the X-TEND concept greatly increases the field vision
With scoops that create low-pressure zones to pull moisture away from the lens, THE TCS concept keeps fog away whether wearing a helmet or beanie.
Engineered with 2 different density materials to maximize the comfort and to better shape & fit all faces
A silicon print applied in the internal part of the strap to have a smooth grip on the helmet
A valuable stretch woven strap for an attractive looking and matching with your helmet & beanie
Patented frame design that comfortably adapts to different face shapes. A soft, extremely flexible membrane between the face foam and the outside of the frame adapts to any face shape, for a precise, comfortable fit and better goggle performance.
Everything has been smoothly redesigned to perfectly fit women and smaller face sizes
Double density PU foam (one for instant comfort and one for reactive support) with velvet layering for great skin contact
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- In this chapter we have a further account of Judah, the most numerous and most famous of all the tribes; also an account of Simeon. The most remarkable person in this chapter is Jabez. We are not told upon what account Jabez was more honourable than his brethren; but we find that he was a praying man. The way to be truly great, is to seek to do God's will, and to pray earnestly. Here is the prayer he made. Jabez prayed to the living and true God, who alone can hear and answer prayer; and, in prayer he regarded him as a God in covenant with his people. He does not express his promise, but leaves it to be understood; he was afraid to promise in his own strength, and resolved to devote himself entirely to God. Lord, if thou wilt bless me and keep me, do what thou wilt with me; I will be at thy command and disposal for ever. As the text reads it, this was the language of a most ardent and affectionate desire, Oh that thou wouldest bless me! Four things Jabez prayed for. 1. That God would bless him indeed. Spiritual blessings are the best blessings: God's blessings are real things, and produce real effects. 2. That He would enlarge his coast. That God would enlarge our hearts, and so enlarge our portion in himself, and in the heavenly Canaan, ought to be our desire and prayer. 3. That God's hand might be with him. God's hand with us, to lead us, protect us, strengthen us, and to work all our works in us and for us, is a hand all-sufficient for us. 4. That he would keep him from evil, the evil of sin, the evil of trouble, all the evil designs of his enemies, that they might not hurt, nor make him a Jabez indeed, a man of sorrow. God granted that which he requested. God is ever ready to hear prayer: his ear is not now heavy.
1 Chronicles 4:1-8 . POSTERITY OF JUDAH BY CALEB THE SON OF HUR.
1. the sons of Judah--that is, "the descendants," for with the exception of Pharez, none of those here mentioned were his immediate sons. Indeed, the others are mentioned solely to introduce the name of Shobal, whose genealogy the historian intended to trace ( 1 Chronicles 2:52 ).
1 Chronicles 4:9-20 . OF JABEZ, AND HIS PRAYER.
9, 10. Jabez--was, as many think, the son of Coz, or Kenaz, and is here eulogized for his sincere and fervent piety, as well, perhaps, as for some public and patriotic works which he performed. The Jewish writers affirm that he was an eminent doctor in the law, whose reputation drew so many scribes around him that a town was called by his name ( 1 Chronicles 2:55 ); and to the piety of his character this passage bears ample testimony. The memory of the critical circumstances which marked his birth was perpetuated in his name (compare Genesis 35:15 ); and yet, in the development of his high talents or distinguished worth in later life, his mother must have found a satisfaction and delight that amply compensated for all her early trials. His prayer which is here recorded, and which, like Jacob's, is in the form of a vow ( Genesis 28:20 ), seems to have been uttered when he was entering on an important or critical service, for the successful execution of which he placed confidence neither on his own nor his people's prowess, but looked anxiously for the aid and blessing of God. The enterprise was in all probability the expulsion of the Canaanites from the territory he occupied; and as this was a war of extermination, which God Himself had commanded, His blessing could be the more reasonably asked and expected in preserving them from all the evils to which the undertaking might expose him. In these words, "that it may not grieve me," and which might be more literally rendered, "that I may have no more sorrow," there is an allusion to the meaning of his name, Jabez, signifying "grief"; and the import of this petition is, Let me not experience the grief which my name implies, and which my sins may well produce.
10. God granted him that which he requested--Whatever was the kind of undertaking which roused his anxieties, Jabez enjoyed a remarkable degree of prosperity, and God, in this instance, proved that He was not only the hearer, but the answerer of prayer.
13. the sons of Kenaz--the grandfather of Caleb, who from that relationship is called a Kenezite ( Numbers 32:12 ).
14. Joab, the father of the valley--literally, "the father of the inhabitants of the valley"--"the valley of craftsmen," as the word denotes. They dwelt together, according to a custom which, independently of any law, extensively prevails in Eastern countries for persons of the same trade to inhabit the same street or the same quarter, and to follow the same occupation from father to son, through many generations. Their occupation was probably that of carpenters, and the valley where they lived seems to have been in the neighborhood of Jerusalem ( Nehemiah 11:35 ).
17, 18. she bare Miriam--It is difficult, as the verses stand at present, to see who is meant. The following readjustment of the text clears away the obscurity: "These are the sons of Bithiah the daughter of Pharaoh, which Mered took, and she bare Miriam, and his wife Jehudijah bare Jezreel," &c.
18. Jehudijah--"the Jewess," to distinguish her from his other wife, who was an Egyptian. This passage records a very interesting fact--the marriage of an Egyptian princess to a descendant of Caleb. The marriage must have taken place in the wilderness. The barriers of a different national language and national religion kept the Hebrews separate from the Egyptians; but they did not wholly prevent intimacies, and even occasional intermarriages between private individuals of the two nations. Before such unions, however, could be sanctioned, the Egyptian party must have renounced idolatry, and this daughter of Pharaoh, as appears from her name, had become a convert to the worship of the God of Israel.
1 Chronicles 4:21-23 . POSTERITY OF SHELAH.
21. Laadah . . . the father . . . of the house of them that wrought fine linen--Here, again, is another incidental evidence that in very early times certain trades were followed by particular families among the Hebrews, apparently in hereditary succession. Their knowledge of the art of linen manufacture had been, most probably, acquired in Egypt, where the duty of bringing up families to the occupations of their forefathers was a compulsory obligation, whereas in Israel, as in many parts of Asia to this day, it was optional, though common.
22, 23. had the dominion in Moab, and Jashubi-lehem--"And these are ancient things" seems a strange rendering of a proper name; and, besides, it conveys a meaning that has no bearing on the record. The following improved translation has been suggested: "Sojourned in Moab, but returned to Beth-lehem and Adaberim-athekim. These and the inhabitants of Netaim and Gedera were potters employed by the king in his own work." Gedera or Gederoth, and Netaim, belonged to the tribe of Judah, and lay on the southeast border of the Philistines' territory ( Joshua 15:36 , 2 Chronicles 28:18 ).
1 Chronicles 4:24-43 . OF SIMEON.
24. The sons of Simeon--They are classed along with those of Judah, as their possession was partly taken out of the extensive territory of the latter ( Joshua 19:1 ). The difference in several particulars of the genealogy given here from that given in other passages is occasioned by some of the persons mentioned having more than one name [compare Genesis 46:10 , Exodus 6:15 , Numbers 26:12 ].
27. his brethren had not many children--(see Numbers 1:22 , 26:14 ).
31-43. These were their cities unto the reign of David--In consequence of the sloth or cowardice of the Simeonites, some of the cities within their allotted territory were only nominally theirs. They were never taken from the Philistines until David's time, when, the Simeonites having forfeited all claim to them, he assigned them to his own tribe of Judah ( 1 Samuel 27:6 ).
38, 39. increased greatly, and they went to the entrance of Gedor--Simeon having only a part of the land of Judah, they were forced to seek accommodation elsewhere; but their establishment in the new and fertile pastures of Gederah was soon broken up; for, being attacked by a band of nomad plunderers, they were driven from place to place till some of them effected by force a settlement on Mount Seir.


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Mike HornickMonterey County Agricultural Commissioner Eric Lauritzen (left), discusses the county's record $4.1 billion crop value as Norm Groot, right, executive director of the Monterey County Farm Bureau, looks on June 18 in Salinas, Calif.SALINAS, Calif. — Monterey County crop values hit a record $4.14 billion in 2012, led by leaf lettuce at about $794 million.
"We have 10 crops that exceed $100 million in production value, and 27 crops that exceed $10 million," Monterey County Agricultural Commissioner Eric Lauritzen said as he released the annual crop report in Salinas.
It's the third time that gross value passed the $4 billion mark. The prior record was set in 2009. The figures include nursery, livestock and other categories.
The top 10 crop categories in Monterey are:
- Leaf lettuce, $794.2 million
- Strawberries, $784.8 million
- Head lettuce, $476.4 million
- Broccoli, $316.5 million
- Nursery, $307.5 million
- Wine grapes, $214.3 million
- Celery, $193.2 million
- Spinach, $130.7 million
- Miscellaneous vegetables, $117 million
- Cauliflower, $110 million
Leaf lettuce has for many years outpaced head lettuce in the Salinas Valley.
"Even though we're no. 2, it's mostly in the northern part of the county where you'll find strawberries," said Carolyn O'Donnell, communications director for the Watsonville-based California Strawberry Commission. "It says how productive this place is for strawberries. When you look at California growing 88% of U.S. strawberries, about 43% of that 88 comes from this area."
Part of the credit, O'Donnell said, goes to the Monterey variety, which produces more berries per plant — 5 pounds of fruit each at more than 10,000 plants per acre.
"It confirms a trend, as public and private support and education drive people to darker green leafy vegetables," Mark Borman, president of Taylor Farms California, said of agriculture's growth here. "We're seeing that trend at Taylor Farms as well. As an industry we're showing our preparation to be aligned well with that and be able to continue to service the needs of a changing appetite."
Lauritzen said the return of spinach to the top 10 marked a continuing comeback for the crop. Value jumped from $88.9 million the year before to $130.7 million.
"It has still not achieved the pre-2006 E. coli outbreak level, which was about $180 million," Lauritzen said. "But it is back in the top 10 and I think that's real significant to show recovery, but also the importance of spinach as part of a healthy diet.


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I've recently fallen in love with the LCG format. I know this game is a bit old though. So I'm curious if long time players think its still worth getting into? Is getting the expansions worth it? I realize most people on this board are probably biases, but if anyone can sway me one way or the other it would be appriciated
Worth getting into this game?
Posted 19 July 2012 - 09:49 AM
Posted 19 July 2012 - 10:53 AM
Eyedunno52 said:
I've recently fallen in love with the LCG format. I know this game is a bit old though. So I'm curious if long time players think its still worth getting into? Is getting the expansions worth it? I realize most people on this board are probably biases, but if anyone can sway me one way or the other it would be appriciated
Here is a list of reviews for the game:
They run the entire gamut. Some positive, some some negative. That should give you a fair bit to mull over and help you decide for yourself.
Posted 19 July 2012 - 03:09 PM
Why would being old be a negative factor? It's a great game, and being older means there's a fantastic card pool unlike the new games where you're waiting for them to really develop.
Posted 19 July 2012 - 08:06 PM
I think currently the most important consideration is: Will you have people to play with (or rather against), and if so, how often?
The game itself is definitely great, imho, currently the best of the LCGs (yeah, I'm biased!). But e.g. the theme isn't for everyone, so you should make sure to ask around if other people would be interested in playing it. If you already know people playing it, definitely give it a try!
Posted 19 July 2012 - 11:08 PM
and i can add to others responses : a Game of Trone has more cards available and there are lot of news player despite this fact !
As Jahelen said, the more important thing to check is the numbers of players you can grab and eventually, if there is a store near your home where you could meet peoples and see if others want to jump in this game
Posted 20 July 2012 - 02:42 AM
KrissS666 said:
and i can add to others responses : a Game of Trone has more cards available and there are lot of news player despite this fact !
Well, slightly more. They're more or less on par with each other. The important thing is which theme will work best for your group, both are good games.
Posted 22 July 2012 - 06:26 PM
I have several reservations about starting such an old game:
-Sometimes games like this done "scale well" over time. Look at Magic: over times the cards have become so stupidly powerful that only those with the latest cards have any chance of winning. I prefer a game that someone with the basic pack can have a decent time without feeling like a chump because they haven't dropped $400 on a deck of cards. Being old in itself doesn't bother me. Like it was said: a good card pool is a good thing.
-Finding people to play with is never an issue. I have a GF that loves games as much as I do… But she isn't likely to want to play a game that is boring. So, does it remain exciting after many plays? Or does it become redundant and therefore tossed on the game pile and forgotten for a long time?
-The theme is something that makes me wonder… I've seen the videos with the mechanics and those look fun, but I've never played a game in the Lovecraft world. This game seems faster paced than some of the other games in that setting and could possibly be a "gateway game" into that setting. Do people feel it gives enough of that feel with the cards? Or is it mostly just secondary to the card play?
Posted 22 July 2012 - 09:01 PM
Eyedunno52 said:
I would say that the game is much better after many plays than it is when you first start because this can potentially be a rather subtle game. The subtle strategies really blossom after you are playing with an equally competent opponent. It goes from calculating the math of the struggles each turn to so much more than that.
My GF loves the game much more now than she did when we first started playing it a couple years ago, and I feel likewise.
Posted 23 July 2012 - 04:49 AM
Eyedunno52 said:
What you're talking about is a fundamental difference between a CCG and an LCG. CCGs have a motivation to produce overpowered cards and power creep because it aids their sales - people will spend money to seek out these (often Rare) cards. This "lottery" aspect is one of the draws for some people, and the game attracts both those who like the thrill of gambling and those who want to win at all costs and are willing to spend big money to do so.
LCGs don't have the same motivations and don't produce the same audience. People who want those traits go play Magic (or whatever) and most of those that want to play an LCG are doing so because they're tired of shoveling money into hoping they pick a lucky card and would rather just play an interesting BALANCED game. For the same $400 you might spend on one deck of Magic you can get the entire pool of every Call of Cthulhu card that exists and enjoy years of playing a huge variety of decks. The catch is, you won't be able to beat up on someone purely through better cards (you'll have to learn to play) and you won't be able to compete for big cash prizes at tournaments with other people that spend thousands of dollars building decks of the best cards.
Eyedunno52 said:
As Hellfury said, it gets better. The more experience you have the more you understand about the game and the more options open up to you. Cards that may have seemed weak earlier reveal new uses. Because you can freely mix any of the 8 (plus neutrals) factions in the game there's just an enormous variety of different decks you can build and it keeps growing as more cards are released. No, I cannot see ever feeling like you have "run out of game" or "used up" what you can do with it.
Eyedunno52 said:
Theme is not usually a strong point of CCG/LCG games, and Call of Cthluhu is not much different. You can make themed decks, and the artwork on the cards is generally good quality and evocative of the setting, but it's not going to be like telling or living an actual story. For that something like Arkham Horror would be a better bet. It probably does give a better feel for a setting than some other CCGs like Magic though which is more generic fantasy and not really based on a preexisting setting at all. If you want the mechanics of the game to be more like a story you may want to look at Netrunner when it comes out - it probably does a better job of that than most.
Posted 23 July 2012 - 09:41 AM
Eyedunno52 said:
-Sometimes games like this done "scale well" over time.
-Finding people to play with is never an issue.
-The theme is something that makes me wonder…
Responses to your concerns.
- This game has actually scaled very well over time. As dboeren explained, FFG does not have the same incentives as a CCG publisher to try and drive sales. FFG is not likely to release an expansion pack with ridiculously overpowered cards, because that will kill sales of previous and future expansions. Rather, they tend to focus on adding new tactics, and giving players more responses to existing tactics, which increases the incentives for players to explore the card library, rather than focus on hunting down a few too-powerful cards. Over time, Call of Cthulhu has absolutely increased in the range of strategies and tactics available, so over time it has arguably improved significantly.
- Finding players is a non-issue for Magic, Yu-gi-oh, and Pokemon, but will be an issue for virtually any other game. That's just the way it goes. CoC players are not impossible to find, and I think there has been some growth recently, quite possibly due to spillover interest from Game of Thrones and Lord of the Rings, both of which are growing.
- The theme is distinctive, but not difficult to get up to speed on. Newer players are likely to identify more closely with investigator factions (Agency, Miskatonic University, Syndicate) and their tactics will likewise feel more familiar, but the other factions are not difficult to figure out. The games do play more quickly than the other various Lovecraft-themed games, excepting maybe Elder Sign. I think the theme is well-represented, although perhaps a bit less strongly than in the board games, and certainly less strong than in the RPG.
Posted 26 July 2012 - 11:29 AM
First off, I agree with the comments about players. It doesn't matter how good a game is, if you can't find opponents it gets old fast.
I've played a lot of card games and a big problem coming in late was all those good cards (usually rares) are difficult to find or really expensive, and they happened to be in the first couple sets you cant get anymore. If you didn't get those cards it was always an uphill battle, and not a lot of fun.
You need to rethink that. CoC isn't Magic. This LCG system isn't like that. Everyone has the exact same cards, no rares, no uncommons, no limited stuff. You say your unsure about getting into this game late? Well, I think the game is much better now because of the amount of cards you can get. The different factions have developed almost unique identities and strategies to win. Its $15 a month. The cost of a pizza. Every month you get a few more cards and can play with decks until the next month.
I still use the starter set cards. They are still good, not much creep. I would say get a starter and start working on the current sets, then go back and start filling in back sets you want. Theyre really not hard/expensive to find. FFG even went on a run reprinting almost everything.
Posted 26 July 2012 - 03:07 PM
Eyedunno52 said:
I've recently fallen in love with the LCG format. I know this game is a bit old though. So I'm curious if long time players think its still worth getting into? Is getting the expansions worth it? I realize most people on this board are probably biases, but if anyone can sway me one way or the other it would be appriciated
Biased answer. YES! BEST. GAME. EVAR!
Unbiased answer, yes. This game may not be perfect, but it's still one the best on the market. Period. Mechanically it has a lower luck factor and a higher skill factor than most games. Cost wise it's incredibly affordable and easily maintainable.
Trust me… I've played most games and I'll stand behind my unbiased answer. There's a reason I picked up this game, and the above is it.
IThe only drawback is that it's a bit nicher than we would like it to be and cost to "catch up" can be intimidating(not that you have to "catch up"). Tournament turnouts aren't high and local play scenes can be scarce. However, this is a very welcoming community with a lot a of really good, quality people that are eager to play and help build local scenes (aka, the reason I stay).
So yes, it is worth it.
Posted 27 July 2012 - 04:35 AM
Thanks for the responses everybody!
Sounds like I should look into this game. Only problem will be finding some opponents. Which leads me to another question: If I collected a full set, would two or three (or more) people be able to build decks out of it? I mean, would there bed several people wanting to use the exact same cards, but cant because I only have one set of them? My play group would probably play with me, if they didn't have to collect the cards. Or, would I need to head down to my local game shop and try to drum up some players?
Posted 27 July 2012 - 04:36 AM
BTW- Already decided to pick up a copy soon. Thanks again for your replies.
Posted 27 July 2012 - 09:41 AM
The Core Set has 7 out of the 8 factions and can make three basic decks by adding any two factions together. As you start getting the chapter packs you'll work your way into enough cards for four or more decks pretty quickly. They've recently announced they will be shifting to faction and theme boxes which almost guarantees that this is going to be enough to build multiple decks with a minimal outlay of cash.
Posted 27 July 2012 - 11:22 PM
You can also make a try on lackey to play online with vocal chat
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find players: www.fantasyflightgames.com/edge_foros_discusion.asp
Posted 01 August 2012 - 05:29 AM
I "sponsor" several of my friends who also play the game--the only downside to sharing a cardpool is that it can be difficult to have multiple decks that use the same faction and that several cards fit very well into lots of decks. Ultimately if you're sharing cards, not everyone is going to be able to make a top-tier tournament deck, but I'm sure that several (4, maybe 5) very good decks can be run at a time.
Posted 13 August 2012 - 02:17 PM
jhaelen said:
This is the real point. The problem with duel games is that if you do not have opponents then the game nvr gets played. I think this is why there the co-op lotr game is so popular.
I think CoC is a great game, but I do not get to play it nearly as much as I like, as there are so few players. I tend to play almost solely in lackeyccg because if this.
Posted 13 August 2012 - 02:19 PM
GrahamM said:
I "sponsor" several of my friends who also play the game--the only downside to sharing a cardpool is that it can be difficult to have multiple decks that use the same faction and that several cards fit very well into lots of decks. Ultimately if you're sharing cards, not everyone is going to be able to make a top-tier tournament deck, but I'm sure that several (4, maybe 5) very good decks can be run at a time.
I have the entire pool apart from dreamlasnds and just recently made 6 50 card decks, 2 of witch are T-Grade.
You are right it is very hard to make fun decks for others but if your playing with your friends you do not need T-Grade decks, and there is easily enough cards to make even more than 6 fairly decent decks.
Posted 26 August 2012 - 01:33 PM
I have a friend who bought the first few cycles and the core set all at once. Since it's only a small group of us playing, he brings out a new pack every 4 to 6 weeks to replicate the growth of the card pool. It's pretty cool since it gives us time to explore the new cards and start incorporating new tactics. We also share cards and so if we get a deck idea we have to work around using the same factions to a degree.
I would at least get the core set and try out the mechanics. If you like it you could expand to the first cycle, and from there decide to keep going or not.