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February 22nd, 2010 #391
tnx for the comments
Tex: yeah i`m using zbrush , it`s a strange UI but once you get used to it you don`t want another sculpting program
When it comes to the sculpting itself you just need to make sure you build up your forms one subdivision at a time, you can apply every technique you use when drawing when it comes to construction of anatomy.
just start with the general shapes at lower subdivisions and leave details until the very end (claytubes is great for blocking in shapes).
I can`t recommend any videotutorials because i don`t really use them for 3d but i do know there are some introduction to zbrush tutorials out there that should give you an in depth view of the UI. Also don`t be tempted to go for zbrush 3.5 with all the fancy new features. imo 3.1 is a better version to start out with because it gives you all the tools you need without distracting you with extras that 3.5 offers.
hope it helps
here are some more speedsculpts and fanart for mr delicious
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two more
February 25th, 2010 #393
SS(skillful sculpts)!!
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February 26th, 2010 #395
hehe tnx for the comments guys
February 26th, 2010 #396
nice sculpts! love the rocker and redneck
Spy sappin' my ʞooqɥɔʇəʞs
A Fistful of Lines
February 26th, 2010 #397
tnx lav
last one for tonight
February 27th, 2010 #398
hey man i stumbled upon this sb and was pleasantly sur-prised! great faces, are there like templates to start from and u customize or are these from scratch?
February 27th, 2010 #399
great head sculpts, and lot hard painting work! i am a zbrush fan too
kepp on rolling
February 27th, 2010 #400
Jesus Food: tnx , i start from this very lowpoly basemesh to create my headsculpts
jozulus: tnx dude
February 28th, 2010 #401
nice progress
Hello Poly.
Congrads with the progress. I see you are improving well with Z-brush.
Keep up the good work.
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March 1st, 2010 #402
tnx for the kind words jonathan
March 3rd, 2010 #403
i`m sculpting my little nephew and did this quick render for fun
March 10th, 2010 #404
Waow, Your latest posts are really impressive! Both the sculpts and paintings! keep it up man!
Thru here Dave.
March 10th, 2010 #405
haha LOVE the one in #403!! gief us moar!!
Spy sappin' my ʞooqɥɔʇəʞs
A Fistful of Lines
March 12th, 2010 #406
Tnx for the kind words ^^
thumbnailing for a new 3d project
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March 12th, 2010 #407
and a speedsculpt
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dude, super sick. Love the sculpts. I am trying to learn zbrush, its tough, but these images keep me motivated to learn it. Wicked bad!
Phil Lietz
March 13th, 2010 #409
March 13th, 2010 #410
haha i gave up on zbrush for now!!!
i love looking at your sculpts tho
March 14th, 2010 #411
tnx guys! your comments keep me pumped to keep doing these
and thumbnails
March 14th, 2010 #412
March 14th, 2010 #413
Oh my fkn lord MY BRAINS JUST EXPLODED IN A SHOWER OF PINK MIST!
Seriously. Im studying 3D at the moment. Only just finished my first low poly car and texture, and i see your awesome work and i feel a) pumped and b) wanting to cry. TAKE THAT AS A COMPLIMENT!!! YOUR WORK GIVES ME MIXED EMOTIONS!!!
Keep up your awesome!
March 14th, 2010 #414
Awesome zbrush stuff dude, would like to see some more full figure sculpts. That thrash thoughts one is really funny. Keep it up! I really need to start dabbling in zbrush.
March 14th, 2010 #415
You're getting some really nice form, I dig it. I agree on the full body sculpts, it would be nice to see what you can do with that.
March 18th, 2010 #416
haha tnx guys, i`ll make sure i do some fullbody ones
speedpaint 1 hour from ref
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March 18th, 2010 #417
it's nice to see some 3d in here.
March 19th, 2010 #418
Awesome 3D characters, I'd like to see some painted/rendered ones!
March 19th, 2010 #419
looks really great`~
March 19th, 2010 #420
Hi polydrawer, looks like you are pretty skilled in Z brush, is it easy to unleash that program ? Do you have some resources (tutorials, vids and stuff) to start sculpting in it ? I find it really good for anatomy studies and I want to experiment with it
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Eight members of the Camp Lejeune Montford Point Marine Association, including one original Montford Point Marine, will take part this weekend's christening of the USNS Montford Point — the first of three mobile landing platforms released by the Department of the Navy.
"It being the best feeling is the only way I can describe this event," said Montford Point Marine Norman Preston, 90, of Wallace. "It's going to be something my grandkids can see and be proud of. For such a small organization to get recognized with the Congressional Gold Medal — and now — this is truly amazing."
The ship's sponsor, Jackie Bolden will ceremoniously break a bottle of champagne over the hull of the vessel at 10 a.m. today, March 2, in San Diego to commemorate the 20,000 black Marines who were trained at the segregated Montford Point from 1942 until 1949. The ship, which will not be operational until 2015 will provide capability for large-scale logistics movements such as the transfer of vehicles and equipment from sea to shore, significantly reducing the dependency on foreign ports.
"It's amazing to be able to attend," Preston said. "I can't wait to see the ship. The whole thing isn't going to hit me until I'm standing with the ship. I cannot wait. It's going to help people realize the struggles we went through and what this organization means to us."
Speakers at the event will include the Secretary of the Navy, Hon. Ray Mabus; the Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. James F. Amos; the president of General Dynamics; and numerous members of Congress.
According to a Jan. 4 statement made by Mabus, he chose the name Montford Point "as a way to recognize these American pioneers and heroes both collectively and individually."
"The courage shown by these Marines helped forge the Corps into the most formidable expeditionary force in the world," the statement said.
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Preston hopes that this ship will serve as an inspiration to future Marines.
"Look beyond color," Preston said. "Strictly be a Marine. Regardless of race, creed or color we are all Marines. Telling our story to the younger generation shows them that you can accomplish your dreams mostly because it wasn't always that way."
Preston, who served from 1944 until 1946, was stationed at Pearl Harbor after completing his training at Montford Point and said that living and social conditions were not ideal for the Marines training aboard the base.
"They had to make a segregated area to train us," Preston said. "In order to endure what we went through we had to establish a reputation for working hard. We earned what we were entitled to. We were determined to be successful."
Preston now serves on the advisory board for the City of Wallace and attends all city council meetings.
Preston said that all of the Montford Point Marines' efforts were worth it.
"We changed the image of the Marine Corps," Preston said. "It's incredible that an African American can now do anything because of the path we paved."
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Houston, TX (SportsNetwork.com) - New Houston Texans head coach Bill O'Brien kicked off an eventful first day of the team's mandatory minicamp by tabbing Ryan Fitzpatrick as his starting quarterback.
Fitzpatrick, Houston's most experienced option under center with 77 career starts under his belt, didn't have his No. 1 receiver to throw do as he took snaps on Tuesday, however, Andre Johnson was not present as the Texans began workouts as the Pro Bowl wideout continues his offseason battle with the team.
Johnson's absence was not a surprise, as he also skipped the Texans' voluntary spring workouts while publicly questioning his role with the organization. Turning 33 in July and entering his 12th NFL season, the seven-time Pro Bowl selection is believed to be angling for a trade to a contender and unwilling to be part of another rebuilding process in Houston.
O'Brien's decision to elevate Fitzpatrick to the starter's role was also expected. After trading Matt Schaub to Oakland in March, the Texans didn't take a quarterback in this year's NFL draft until choosing Pittsburgh's Tom Savage in the fourth round.
"He earned it with his preparation," O'Brien said of Fitzpatrick. "He earned it with his accuracy. He earned it with his command at the line of scrimmage."
Fitzpatrick started nine games in place of an injured Jake Locker while with Tennessee last season and threw for 2,454 yards with 14 touchdowns and 12 interceptions over 11 contests overall. The 10th-year veteran was released by the Titans in March, then quickly signed to a two-year contract by the Texans.


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Miles was carted off the field with an apparent neck injury a couple minutes before halftime. Williams coach David Green said the injury is nothing worse than a sprained neck for the senior quarterback.
"He's fine. It's a sprain at the worst. He'll be back (this) week, probably," Green said Saturday.
Despite the promising diagnosis, it puts the oft-injured Miles in an all-too-familiar state of flux.
"He's kind of just had a history over the past two years. A number of injuries, missed a number of games," Green said. "It's the kind of thing you hate to see keep happening to somebody, especially with the kind of work he puts in."
Because Miles was injured before halftime, Tereak McCray had time to
■ SECOND-HALF SUCCESS: Southern Alamance quarterback Johnathan Lloyd was 10-for-17 for 89 yards in the first half and often found himself lined up at receiver as Jourdan Osinskie got some playing time at the quarterback position against
Lloyd's second half was different. He was 8-for-10 through the air for 151 yards and three scores in the last 24 minutes.
Not to mention grabbing the win-sealing interception near his own end zone.
"He's something else," said Patriots coach Andrew Carrouth. "Johnathan is a player. Johnathan stepped in and made a heck of a play down there to seal the ball game for us."
Lloyd finished with 240 passing yards, 26 rushing yards and 5 receiving.
■ MEANINGFUL OUTCOME: Only once in the previous five years had
"To me, that's always a rival. That's always a team that we strive to beat," Carrouth said. "And we know that when we come play Williams, their kids are going to be extremely well-coached. They're going to war."
Carrouth saw the result as a big confidence boost for his team.
"We made a lot of mistakes in what we did," he said, "but I really feel like if we keep this confidence rolling, we're going to be OK."
■ PENALTIES COST BULLDOGS: Twice in the loss to Southern Alamance, Williams had long runs called back because of penalties.
First, McCray hustled 72 yards to put the Bulldogs in prime scoring position with a minute left in the second quarter and Williams trailing by three points. A penalty brought it all the way back to the Bulldogs' 4-yard line.
A 39-yard dash by McCray was negated by a penalty early in the third quarter. Two plays later, he fumbled, which led to a Southern Alamance score.
"We got a lot of penalties after long runs," said Green. "We've got to clean that up."
The Bulldogs finished with seven penalties for 77 yards.
Since he was held out of the end zone in last season's first game, his first varsity action, the junior running back has scored at least one touchdown in every game since.
"I'm pretty blessed, actually. I'm pretty happy about that," Apple said of his 12-game scoring streak.
Apple finished with 97 yards and had another touchdown in the third quarter when he busted a 21-yard run. He and sophomore K.C. Okoronkwo (11 carries, 66 yards and a touchdown) provided a valuable punch for first-time starting quarterback Trevion McCollum.
Williams sat out the rest of the game, when the Warriors exploded for 30 points after the gaffe.
"We knew we're thin, and we started getting banged up, Mosi with a dislocated shoulder," Cummings coach Steve Johnson said.
"We feel that both of those guys add a lot to this football team," coach John Kirby said. "When they come off the field, Joey meets John, and John meets Joey. They pick each other up, and are a good example of the character of this football team right now, and we hope that it continues."
■ BIG BOOTS: Eastern Alamance kicker Eric Fenton, who also plays soccer for the school, played a big part of the Eagles' success against Graham.
Fenton kicked the ball through the end zone for five of his seven kickoffs and stuffed Graham on the 1-yard line with a 51-yard punt that later resulted in a safety.
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BREMERTON, Wash. -- A state appeals court is determining whether the owner of a gun can be charged with assault for the shooting that nearly killed a 9-year-old girl in February at a Bremerton school.
Kitsap County prosecutors charged Douglas Bauer because he owns the pistol his girlfriend's son took to Armin Jahr Elementary. It fired through his backpack, critically wounding the boy's classmate Amina Kocer-Bowman in a classroom at Arnin Jahr Elementary.
During the appeals hearing Monday, a three-panel judge listened to arguments from the prosecution and Bauer's lawyer, Wayne Fricke, who said his client did cause the shooting.
Leaving loaded firearms in a bedroom where a 9-year-old sleeps - perhaps on the floor next to where he sleeps, there some evidence of that - is not a reasonable thing to do. Some parental supervision, some precautions make that negligent, argued a Kitsap County prosecutor.
The facts are just not there to support liability, said Fricke.
Afterward, Fricke left the appeals hearing feeling confident the law will be on his side.
There's difference between civil liability and criminal liability. Just to get revenge against someone who is not liable just because you think something should happen, that's not the right venue for this. There are appropriate venues, but a criminal prosecution is not one of them, said Fricke.
It could be weeks, even months, before the state court of appeals decides whether prosecutors can go ahead with the assault charge before the case can go before a jury trial.
Amina Bowman's parents were in court overseeing the court proceedings. The family released the following statement:
Today's hearing addressed whether an adut can be held criminally responsible for purposfully leaving deadly loaded weapons in plain sight accessible to a child. In this case, there were a number of loaded firearms in areas that the third grader had access to. The living room, bedroom, on the computer table....
While there is NO question there is civil responsibility for such negligence, we hope that justice in this regard as a matter of public safety is supported by the Appeals Court.
The Bowman Family
The boy pleaded guilty to reckless endangerment and was sentenced to counseling. The boy's mother has pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of a firearm as a felon.
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"Anellia" is a young student who, though gifted with a penetrating intelligence, is drastically inclined to obsession. Funny, mordant, and compulsive, she falls passionately in love with a brilliant yet elusive black philosophy student. But she is tested most severely by a figure out of her past she'd long believed dead.
Astonishingly intimate and unsparing, and pitiless in exposing the follies of the time, I'll Take You There is a dramatic revelation of the risks—and curious rewards—of the obsessive personality as well as a testament to the stubborn strength of a certain type of contemporary female intellectual.
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Joyce Carol Oates is a recipient of the National Book Award, the PEN/Malamud Award for Excellence in Short Fiction, and the National Humanities Medal, our government's highest civilian honor for the arts. She has written some of the most enduring fiction of our time, including the national bestsellers We Were the Mulvaneys, Blonde, which was nominated for the National Book Award, and the New York Times bestseller The Falls, which won the 2005 Prix Femina. She is the Roger S. Berlind Distinguished Professor of the Humanities at Princeton University and has been a member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters since 1978. In 2003 she received the Commonwealth Award for Distinguished Service in Literature, and in 2006 she received the Chicago Tribune Lifetime Achievement Award. She is the 2010 recipient of the National Book Critics Circle Ivan Sandrof Lifetime Achievement Award. Joyce Carol Oates lives in Princeton, New Jersey.
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Bleh english.
You only see what your eyes want to see. Why can't life be what you want it to be. You're frozen. When your hearts not open.
Well... seeing as how I can understand one language, and can't understand the other... English.
I like what I like, and I don't need a reason.
Straw Hat Luffy. You can bring your 100,000. But he's bringing his 10. (Sunny included)
English game dub sounds better than English anime dub IMO
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english,the japanese voices get on my nerves
even tho they fit the characters,i just cant listen to it
english, because i speak english... and i prefer understanding whats being said, its more enjoyable to me when i can hear what is being said.
also, unlike every other english-speaking person in the english-speaking parts of the world... i LIKE the english voice actors who do a great job at what they do.
i find it funny that people go on and on about the voice actors sucking, yet those same people complaining couldnt do a half-decent job at voice acting even if their life depended on it.
"You think you can just come here and attack us?"
"You must be crazy, or just plain stupid!"-Meng Huo
You don't have to be an expert to judge quality.
You only see what your eyes want to see. Why can't life be what you want it to be. You're frozen. When your hearts not open.
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For story mode I will probably play in Japanese. After I start playing online, I will switch to English once I get tired of Japanese and vice versa.
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Advisors Win Award for Conference PresentationPosted Jul. 27, 2011
By Nicole Gennarelli
Amy Wilkens, CCI advisor serving JMC, and Lorie Hopp, CCI advisor serving COMM, won the award for best presentation at the 2011 Ohio Academic Advising Association Conference in Columbus.
Their presentation, "Assisting Students Who Aren't Progressing in Their Majors: How to Effectively Reach Out and Empower Them to Find the Right Fit," informed participants about Wilkens' and Hopp's increasingly successful efforts in identifying JMC majors who aren't advancing to graduation, and connecting them with a realistic path to earning practical degrees in Communication Studies.
"I learned about struggling JMC majors through regular meetings with all of the advising staff in CCI," Hopp said. "We have a very close advising team, and we keep each other posted on what's going on in each of our schools."
Wilkens said that she met with JMC students on a regular basis who struggled to maintain the required 2.75 minimum cumulative GPA.
"Going over it individually works, but we thought it might benefit students to give them an opportunity in a group setting to meet with both JMC and Communication Studies advising at the same time," she said. "That is where the idea of having a workshop started."
JMC advisors often start the conversation with students about switching majors.
"Sometimes students feel stigmatized because they aren't cutting it in their current major and need to switch," Wilkens said. "Getting Lorie involved in the conversation definitely helps alleviate that stigma. Plus, we get accurate information to the student and really get them excited when they see what they can do with a Communication Studies degree."
Hopp said that they have been very successful with students who have switched from JMC to Communication Studies majors.
"They are very happy with our flexible concentrations and relaxed GPA requirements," she said. "They are successful, and many of them are even able to pull up their GPA and add a JMC minor as well."
Wilkens and Hopp submitted a proposal to present at the state workshop and were selected out of a record number of submissions. Advisors from all over Ohio attended the conference.
"We delivered a fun, informative, well-choreographed presentation that addressed the problem of students struggling in their major," Hopp said. "It showed a sample from our workshop along with other solutions we implemented to address this problem."
Wilkens and Hopp were asked to give the presentation again at the regional conference next April which will be held at the University of Akron."It felt great to win the award for best presentation," Wilkens said. "We are honored to represent Kent State University by winning this. Kent State is a great place to work, and we have great students to advise."


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Dr. Naif Al-Mutawa is the creator of THE 99, the first group of comic superheroes born of an Islamic archetype. THE 99 has received positive attention from the world's media. Forbes named THE 99 as one of the top 20 trends sweeping the globe and President Barack Obama praised Dr. Naif and THE 99 as perhaps the most innovative of the thousands of new entrepreneurs viewed by his Presidential Summit on Entrepreneurship.
Dr. Naif has a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Long Island University where he also earned a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology. He holds a Masters in Organizational Psychology from Teacher's College, Columbia University and an MBA, also from Columbia University. He earned his undergraduate degree from Tufts University, where he triple majored in clinical psychology, English literature and history.
Dr. Naif has extensive clinical experience working with former prisoners of war in Kuwait and the Survivors of Political Torture unit of Bellevue Hospital in New York. He has seen first hand the cancer that intolerance can bring to any society. His direct contact with the horrors of people tortured because of their religious and political beliefs, led to his writing a timeless children's tale that won a UNESCO prize for literature in the service of tolerance.
He received the Eliot-Pearson Award for Excellence in Children's Media from Tufts University, the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations " Marketplace of Ideas" Award, The Schwab Foundation Social Entrepreneurship Award presented at the 2009 World Economic Forum and has been named as one of WEF's Young Global Leaders for 2011. In May 2012, he was chosen to be a Curator of the Kuwait chapter of the World Economic Forum Global Shapers Community. He is also a Member of the World Economic Forum's Global Agenda Council on the Future of Media. As a part of the Council, he has been asked to identify breakthrough ideas and new pathways to help advance critical issues and ensure progress is made on the global agenda.
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1996: Leonardo achieved heartthrob and leading man status with the release of, Romeo + Juliet, which pulled in $147 million at the box office. Unfortunately, he had a little crutch that year. We can't say we were crazy about his shiny green shirt, but hey, it was the nineties!
1997: Leonardo was dressed to impress at the Los Angeles premiere of Titanic, well suited for the boat-based masterpiece in navy blue. The star had no idea the award-winning film would go onto be the highest-grossing film of its time, taking in over $1.8 billion.
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1998: At the Golden Globe Awards with his costar Kate Winslett, Leo still looked like a little boy in a black tuxedo.
1998: Leo with French actor Gerard Depardieu at the Parisian premiere of The Man in the Iron Mask, looked sophisticated in a black suit.
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1999: Leo dated model Kristen Zang on-and-off through the 1990's, who joined him at Magic Mountain for a celebrity charity event. The two were clad in dressed down duds.
2000: Once again starring in a film based around the ocean, Leo rocked an all navy blue ensemble to the Los Angeles premiere of The Beach.
2003: Leo bulked up and sported some facial fuzz to the UK premiere of Gangs of New York.
2004: Leo was very involved in John Kerry's presidential campaign. Not only did he contribute financially and campaign for the politician, but he also rocked his shirt to a premiere in NYC.
2004: Leo, accompanied by costar Cate Blanchett and one of his biggest fans (and employers!) Martin Scorsese, looked devastatingly dapper in a black suit at the NYC premiere of The Aviator.
2004: Leo had a grey day at the London premiere of The Aviator, looking super GQ in his perfectly tailored suit.
2005: Leo's Brazilian supermodel girlfriend Gisele Bundchen escorted the actor to the Academy Award, where his was nominated for his portrayal of Howard Hughes in The Aviator.
2006: Leo rocked a sassy striped tie to the Rome Film Festival premiere of The Departed, where he was flocked by Martin Scorsese and Vera Farmiga.
2007: At the Critics Choice Awards, Leonardo looked dapper in black.
2007: At the Cannes Film Festival screening of the 11th Hour, the environmentally aware actor looked super hunky in black.
2008: Leo reunited with Kate Winslet for Revolutionary Road, looking all grown up eleven years after he walked the carpet with her for Titanic.
2009: The dynamic onscreen duo got all dressed up for The Golden Globes, where Leo was nominated for Best Actor.
2010: Not a young boy anymore, Leo walked the red carpet of the London premiere of Inception, wearing a gorgeously grey suit.
1990: Leo scored his first role on the television show Parenthood. The blonde child actor was ready for super stardom from the start.
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It was beautiful, exotic and – best of all – the new home of J.D., a high school buddy from Long Beach who would let me crash on his couch in Makawao, upcountry on the slopes of Haleakala. J.D. worked as a beachboy at the old Intercontinental hotel in south Maui. He snuck me hotel snorkels, fins, lounge chairs and towels.
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When I left after a week, I was in love with Maui. Though my allegiance has shifted to Kauai over the years, Maui was my first love – and you never forget your first love. I've been back two dozen times since.
I was hardly alone in my admiration for Maui. Tourism has boomed over the past three decades. There are fewer than 150,000 residents on Maui, but more than 2.2 million visitors wing in each year. The island's landscape has been warped by mainlanders' needs, from the manicured swaths of golf courses to the Krispy Kreme and Walmart next to the airport entrance.
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To mark 30 years, I'm rolling out my list of the over- and underrated on the island. For the hard-core Costco-to-condo crowd, this list won't matter much. For others, my underrated might be your overrated. We can agree to disagree – but I'm right.
Overrated: Lahaina. The former royal retreat, missionary center, whaling harbor and early Hawaiian capital seems to have turned into one big T-shirt-selling, timeshare-hawking, whale-watching, video-playing, luau-touting tourist trap. The banyan trees are amazing, the museums are interesting and the Pioneer Inn is tied for the oldest hotel in Hawaii, built in 1901, the same year as the Moana-Surfrider in Waikiki. But every time I drop into Lahaina, my mental meter is running the numbers on how many minutes until I can get out of town.
Underrated: Wailuku. In the past, I would have said Paia. But that once-scruffy North Coast counterculture outpost has become a trendy address in recent years. So I will double down on the ramshackle funkiness and go with Wailuku. A dud at first impressions, the county seat is dotted with ugly government office buildings and is far from the nearest beach. But the back streets are full of plantation-era shops and tiny Japanese stores and clubs. The Bailey House museum, dedicated to the early missionaries, leaves me shaking my head at how sour and dour these men of God could be – even before their sons began gobbling up land and importing Asian laborers at serf-like wages. Janice Fairbanks runs the lovely Old Wailuku Inn at Ulupono, a B&B where guests on my most recent visit included Dutch tourists and a Honolulu businessman. The Wailuku Coffee Co. serves the best caffeinated brew on Maui. Best of all: only a trickle of tourists. On Hawaii's slickest tourist island, you can find a town the tour buses have passed by.
Overrated: Kapalua. This is no skanky Baldwin Beach. It's still a Maui beauty, the No. 1 choice in the first-ever "Best Beach" in the U.S. rankings. But its popularity has brought in ever bigger crowds. The once-open space behind the ring of palm trees has been developed into a resort area, giving it a less natural feeling than when I first visited three decades ago. It's no longer the best beach in the U.S. – or even on Maui.
Underrated: Hamoa. The best beach on Maui that you've probably never heard of (unless you listen to the English indie rock band Gomez). It is past Hasegawa's General Store on the Hana Highway, a long way from the sunscreen-slathered hordes on the resort-area beaches. Twice when I've visited, I've had the whole beach to myself. The crescent-shaped shoreline was once the lip of a small volcano.
Overrated: Zip-lining. Like an invasive plant that can't be rooted out, wires strung around natural places for people to hurtle down while bellowing at the top of their lungs has become one of the mainstays of overdeveloped resort areas around the world. Maui is no different. Adrenaline junkies love it. You, or your kids, might love it. But for me, it's the kind of hyperactivity I come to Hawaii to escape.
Underrated: Bodysurfing. With some of the best beaches in the world and well-shaped waves much of the year, learning how to get into the hollow of a wave and use your lead hand to scoot along the face of the short wall of water is a simple pleasure I can indulge all day. My favorite beach is D.T. Fleming State Beach, though in churning winter water you can end up with a face plant and a swimsuit full of sand if you pick the wrong wave.
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Overrated: Oprah Winfrey. The great land baroness of Maui, she has 63 acres outside of Hana and a big, white, two-story, Hawaii plantation-style mansion on the old Thompson Ranch, upcountry near the flank of Haleakala. Every "property for sale" sign sets off speculation that Oprah might add to her holdings. Whether she is visiting Maui or doing something on the mainland or elsewhere in the world, you will hear about it in the local newspapers and on TV.
Underrated: Charles Lindbergh. Yes, I know he has been dead since 1974. At least you can see his grave. Everyone else is hard to pin down. Clint Eastwood has a home in South Maui, while the counterculture lifestyle around Paia has attracted actor Owen Wilson, singer Willie Nelson, actor Woody Harrelson and Aerosmith frontman and "American Idol" judge Steven Tyler. The late George Harrison, "the quiet Beatle," owned more than 150 acres around Nihiku, near Hana. Most of the celebrities fiercely protect their privacy. Harrison sued his neighbors for using a pathway to the beach. Lindbergh, the great aviator, is buried in Kipahulu, just beyond Hana. You have to go behind the old Palapala Hoomau Church to find his pretty, lava rock-rimmed grave. Lindbergh was a pioneer in coming to Maui for celebrity privacy, and even in death he attempts to hide.


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Last winter, though I live in Italy, was very cold but I had my B3 jacket to face it in the perfect condition. Very good material, very good smell (I like to sniff it) of leather and very good look!!! What else??!!!
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I always loved these jackets and needed the final push to get one. It came when I did my long commercial cross country from Minden to Vegas and the heater in the Piper Seminole started acting up. So we froze at 30 degrees until I began our descent into Vegas.
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- My B3 Jacket arrived today and was there when I got home from school. I just have to say, the craftsmanship and attention to detail is just absolutely amazing. The jacket is everything I expected it to be and more!! First I just have to say that the materials used are of top quality and the feel of the sheepskin is so soft and warm. I had asked for a custom Army Air Corps Insignia placed on the left sleeve and it came out great!! The colors of the jacket are just beautiful and are one of the main qualities (in my opinion) that make the jacket stand out. There is only a minor complaint I have about the jacket and that is the waist of the jacket is a little big for me, however I supplemented this by tightening the belts located on the sides of the jacket. The jacket fits snug and I could not be happier. I can also say, this was my first time ordering from US Authentic, however, it WILL NOT be my last. I am still in awe from the jacket and will be sure to mention US Authentic to anyone I know that enjoys quality and authenticity above all else. Kudos to an amazing jacket and to a company that still maintains a great level of commitment to the customer! (Posted on 7/28/2010)
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SNOW HILL — Greene County's two-year process of revaluating properties is coming to a close, and while residents whose property values — and amount they pay in property taxes — have gone up aren't happy about paying more, they know there is no way around it.
Carl and Emma Moye, who live outside Stantonsburg, engaged in a lengthy discussion Wednesday with Tax Department staffers regarding a permit to move a trailer, which they also paid $82 in taxes on for 2012.
"I thought it was a little high for that model of trailer," Carl Moye said of the single-wide.
He and his wife have not yet received their notice of what their property values will be for 2013, but regardless of whether the values go up or down, they will pay the taxes.
"Whatever they say the tax is, that's what I send them a check for," Emma Moye said.
The revaluation, which was carried out by the Kinston firm Raspberry Shackleford & Associates under contract with Greene County, began in early 2011 and took effect Jan. 1.
County tax officials are currently collecting 2012 property tax payments — Monday is the last day to pay before they are considered delinquent — and hearing informal appeals from taxpayers who have received their revaluation notices.
Tax Administrator Becky Sutton said taxpayers can bring their appeals before the county's Board of Equalization and Review during the spring.
"If they're not satisfied with the findings after the Board of Equalization and Review, they can appeal to the (N.C.) Property Tax Commission," she said.
Sutton said counties are required by law to revaluate properties every eight years — the last Greene County revaluation occurred in 2005.
"We're charged to bring our values to market value, and any contributing factor that enhances or takes away from value is taken into consideration," she explained.
Greene County's current property tax rate is 75.6 cents for every $100 of assessed value. While the county commissioners could not be reached for comment Wednesday on whether the rate would be increased or decreased this year, Interim County Manager Richard Hicks said elected officials must publish a "revenue-neutral" rate each year.
"They have to show the citizens — for us to bring in the same amount as last year, plus growth, a revenue-neutral rate is required to be published," he said.
Ulysses Rouse of Snow Hill was at the tax office Wednesday paying taxes on his home and vehicle. He said his home value went up by about $60.
"I knew the taxes were going up," he said. "I just knew that. … I feel that it was fair."
Selwyn Thigpen of southern Greene County said his property values have gone up several times since he moved to the county in 2000.
He suggested elected officials make the revaluation process more "user-friendly."
"Maybe the politicians should help people understand it a lot more — where the money's going, what it's for," he said.
He estimated his tax bill has increased by about $2.
"Greene County is one of the cheapest counties," he said.
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I originally went with a Thomson 4x MTB stem when i built up a new carbon road frameset because I have them on other bikes and they are bullet proof. Thomson is made in the USA and exceptional quality, but I wasn't sure if the two bolt design would be secure enough, especially with carbon bars. When I needed to move the 4x to another bike I thought i'd give this one a try. Bottom line, this stem is way stronger than other stems I've tried and lighter than many others. I'm glad I went with this stem and you will too.
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This is it, the legendary Thomson X2. Pretty dang stiff, and not the lightest, but Thomson advertisements have shown these with CARS hanging off of them with no ill effects, I think it'll hold up to bicycle use. Combined with stiff bars and a stiff headtube, you'll have a rock solid steering foundation. It's money well spent.
These have a short little stack height, so you may need an additional spacer when you install it.
As with any bicycle component, install according to manufacturers' recommendations and don't overtorque the bolts.
The X2 is a road stem, if you want a Mountain stem in more "mountain" sizes go for the X4. The X4 is also purportedly stiffer. For those interested, These don't actually start looking "long" until 120mm and above, due to the bulbous ends.
Also, if you have one of these, you better have the matching Thomson seatpost! That's just the way it works.
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I have the 120mm -10 degree. Replaced a Ritchey WCS stem with this one on my CAAD9 and instantly noticed a stiffer front end. I used to think the C'dale full carbon forks were flexy, but realized it was the stem all along. I am a climbing specialist (6' tall, 154lbs). I will be purchasing more of these stems for my 'cross and carbon road bikes. The 'heavy' 149 grams is well worth it. It's a piece of art. Buy Thomson seatposts too
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the stem looks very slick and really locks down on the fork and bars. I think if you were buying a 90 or 80mm stem you wouldn't have any problems at all. I wouldn't recommend this at the longer length for riders who like pulling the bars during climbs.
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While it's expensive, I feel it's worth every penny. I think it's rare to find great design and great quality so clearly represented in one component. I highly recommend this stem.
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Horse lovers across America can celebrate a big victory. The U.S. House Appropriations Committee just approved an amendment that will prevent taxpayer dollars from being used by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to inspect U.S. horse slaughter facilities. By blocking this federal funding, the House has taken its first step to ensure that horse slaughter facilities cannot legally operate on U.S. soil. We will need your help to ensure this provision gets through the whole House and the Senate, so stay tuned for upcoming advocacy alerts.
While our current Congress has prided itself on reducing government spending, last year's agriculture funding bill actually omitted this provision—opening the U.S. market to the horse slaughter industry.
"Using taxpayer dollars to fund this abhorrent industry is a wildly unpopular decision," says Nancy Perry, ASPCA Senior Vice President of Government Relations. "At a time when funding for many vital programs is being cut, it is imperative that Congress not use $5 million of taxpayers' money to fund horse slaughter, a cruel practice that benefits only foreign interests."
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Rep. Moran's amendment to the Agriculture Appropriations bill protects American communities from the devastating environmental and economic impact of horse slaughter facilities, but the bill still has to pass the full House of Representatives. The House will vote on the bill on Tuesday, June 26. Please contact your U.S. representative today and urge him or her to pass the bill with the Moran Amendment intact and reject any attempts to fund horse slaughter during fiscal year 2013!
I don't understand how not having facility inspections stops horse slaughtering. Doesn't that just mean anyone can do it without worrying about oversight?
Thats what I was thinking...
No, all meat animals slaughtered in the US must have USDA inspections for that meat and the funding must be in place before that happens. Without funding these inspections, the slaughter plants are prohibited from slaughtering horses for human consumption.
Yes they do!! It is a even worse death for them. When will that stop?? Horse being stabbed to death, shipped such long hours, and stallions being placed with mares and foals it just turns my stomach. This is far worse than what they suffered before. When will this ALL stop???? Horses do not deserve this.
I am totally sick to my stomach over any animal cruelty and don't know why it cannot be stopped by alerting everyone to keep an eye on neighbors etc. and to send a message by giving the harshest sentences to those that are caught....LIFE in prison...same as for a human..If I had my way I would do to the "person" what they did to the animal
I am totally sick to my stomach over any animal cruelty and don't know why it cannot be stopped by alerting everyone to keep an eye on neighbors etc. and to send a message by giving the harshest sentences to those that are caught....LIFE in prison...same as for a human..If I had my way I would do to the "person" what they did to the animal
I could not agree with you more Mary! Life in prison. And yes...do to the "person" what they did to the animal. I'll bet if we started doing this, animal cruelty would soon end! We need to be more harsh in punishment!!
I agree. Its so very sad that we have such heartless people in this world. Well hopefully they'll see the light soon or one day they'll be begging for mercy & the ear they're pleading to may choose not to hear them or care either......
I agree, animal cruelty is so horribly prevalent. I applaud humane agencies for the work they do. I just don"'t understand how anyone can b cruel to any animal. Is there no end?
Me too! All you can do is take care of the horses you have :-) its impossible, though very sad, that you can't help what others do :-(


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It seems odd to use old analogue technology on your digital music, but these Apocalypse speakers do just that. They employ a vacuum tube amplifier to drive the sub and two satellite speakers. Readers under 50 might be bewildered as to what a valve amp even is, but rest assured that it's an audiophile favourite.
This review is exclusive to PCAdvisor.co.uk.
Valves were used before smaller transistors were invented and they are known for creating a very warm mellow effect, particularly loved by vinyl fans, as they smooth out pops and crackles. Of course, such pops and crackles are a thing of the past with digital music.
However, when plugged into a computer or MP3 player, the difference between these and an average system is obvious. It's as if you wrapped your tunes up in a snuggly cardigan – everything sounds softer and warmer. That's the point of these speakers, but it's still odd to filter the sound like that on purpose. It changes the way you listen to your music – and while some old Pink Floyd sounds perfect, it's less appropriate with modern dance music.
One area in which it works well is the spoken word. We're quite big fans of audiobooks, but sometimes quality is a little ropey. When played through the Apocalypse, they sound honey-coated.
The look of the speakers is a matter of opinion, but we're not convinced. They are quite bulky and the volume control is on the sub, so it's impractical to hide it away.


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UCT thrashed CUT 60-21 in the Varsity Cup promotion-relegation play-off in Pretoria on Monday.
UCT endured a nightmare title-defending Varsity Cup campaign this season, as the champions finished second last on the overall log after losing five of their seven league fixtures. They also drew 29-29 against Pukke in Cape Town, while their only win came against hapless TUT (a 66-2 drubbing in Tshwane).
This saw their Varsity Cup place come under threat as they had to face off against Varsity Shield losing finalists CUT for their place in next year's competition. However, Ikeys managed to make light work of their Bloemfontein counterparts at Tuks Rugby Stadium, which was one of the curtain-raisers for the Varsity Cup final between Tuks and Maties.
UCT ran in nine tries in the convincing win, while CUT could only score three tries in reply.
Ikeys lock Levi Odendaal was the man of the moment as he grabbed a hat-trick. Wing Mark Winter also completed a brace, while scrumhalf Liam Slatem, prop Wesley Chetty, wing Damian de Allende and fullback Dillyn Leyds also crossed the chalk for the students from the Cape. Flyhalf Nick Holton added five conversions.
CUT secured consolation scores via wing Alec Mhlanga, lock Gavin Annandale and inside centre Leon Pretorius.


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Obama calls on Congress to stop sequestration, pass cyber bill
Tuesday - 2/12/2013, 10:51pm EST
President Barack Obama, in his fifth State of the Union, reiterated many of the common management themes that have been at the center of the administration over the last four years.
The president Tuesday night pressed for balanced deficit reduction and emphasized the need to stop sequestration from going into effect. He, once again, told Congress to pass comprehensive cybersecurity legislation. And, Obama said the Defense Department would continue to invest in new capabilities while reducing waste.
Additionally, he focused on manufacturing, energy and education that will give the departments of Defense, Energy and several others new mandates.
"Tonight, I'll lay out additional proposals that are fully paid for and fully consistent with the budget framework both parties agreed to just 18 months ago," Obama said. "Let me repeat — nothing I'm proposing tonight should increase our deficit by a single dime. It's not a bigger government we need, but a smarter government that sets priorities and invests in broad-based growth."
That idea of a smarter government starts with figuring out how to cut the deficit.
Obama said sequestration cuts are not the way to go as they are "sudden, harsh, arbitrary cuts [that] would jeopardize our military readiness. They'd devastate priorities like education, energy, and medical research. They would certainly slow our recovery, and cost us hundreds of thousands of jobs."
Sequestration cuts totaling $85 billion across nearly every agency are scheduled to begin March 1 and could mean furloughs of hundreds of thousands of federal employees and a significant reduction in citizen services.
Obama said those in Congress who have proposed cutting from only civilian agencies and not DoD are mistaken.
Instead, Obama called for "a balanced approach to deficit reduction, with spending cuts and revenue, and with everybody doing their fair share."
He said a balanced approach means changing the way government pays for Medicare and getting rid of tax loopholes that would save hundreds of billions of dollars.
"Now is our best chance for bipartisan, comprehensive tax reform that encourages job creation and helps bring down the deficit," he said. "The American people deserve a tax code that helps small businesses spend less time filling out complicated forms, and more time expanding and hiring; a tax code that ensures billionaires with high-powered accountants can't pay a lower rate than their hard- working secretaries; a tax code that lowers incentives to move jobs overseas, and lowers tax rates for businesses and manufacturers that create jobs right here in America. That's what tax reform can deliver. That's what we can do together."
Like sequestration that was never supposed to happen, Obama said Congress and the Executive Branch need to stop moving from one budget crisis to the next.
"Let's set party interests aside and work to pass a budget that replaces reckless cuts with smart savings and wise investments in our future," he said. "And let's do it without the brinksmanship that stresses consumers and scares off investors. Let's agree, right here, right now, to keep the people's government open, pay our bills on time, and always uphold the full faith and credit of the United States of America. The American people have worked too hard, for too long, rebuilding from one crisis to see their elected officials cause another."
Beyond the potential sequestration cuts, Obama called for more attention to the threat of cyber attacks.
He signed the much-anticipated cybersecurity Executive Order Tuesday, creating new roles for the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the Department of Homeland Security and several other agencies to create standards and improve information sharing.
"Now, Congress must act as well, by passing legislation to give our government a greater capacity to secure our networks and deter attacks," Obama said.
Part of that cyber deterrence effort comes from DoD. Obama promised to invest in new capabilities, while reducing waste and wartime spending.
"We will ensure equal treatment for all service members, and equal benefits for their families - gay and straight. We will draw upon the courage and skills of our sisters and daughters, because women have proven under fire that they are ready for combat," he said. "We will keep faith with our veterans - investing in world-class care, including mental health care, for our wounded warriors; supporting our military families; and giving our veterans the benefits, education, and job opportunities they have earned."
DoD also will play a big role, along with Energy, to create three more manufacturing hubs where businesses can partner with government to turn areas of the country into "global centers of high-tech jobs."


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(NewsUSA) - Americans look to a dimmer future, not because worldwide destruction looms, but because dimming light bulbs helps save energy.
Many people don't consider their light bulbs a major expense. But if every American homeowner installed one energy-efficient light bulb in an existing light fixture, the nation would save $600 million in energy costs and prevent carbon emissions equal to 800,000 cars each year.
The Consortium for Energy Efficiency, a Boston-based non-profit, created a plan to cut lighting energy in half by 2012. The Consortium, along with the American Lighting Association, encourages the public to buy fixtures with the Energy Star, a designation created by the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy to note products that meet strict environmental standards. Other energy-saving suggestions include using dimmer switches.
Dimmer switches result in less wattage being used, extending the life of bulbs while also reducing electricity bills. Dimmers also prove easy on the eye. Certified Lighting Consultant (CLC) Monty Gilbertson of Lighting Design by Wettsteins in LaCrosse, Wis., says, "Dimmers allow for greater flexibility in lighting product selection and allow multiple uses of a room."
If people are gathering for a dinner party, hosts can turn the lights to their brightest setting. During dinner, the host can set an elegant mood simply by lowering the light. "It's nice to be able to bring the lights to full strength again with the flip of a switch," says Karen Engle, CLC, of Zanger Associates, Inc. in Eldersburg, Md.
The three main types of lighting used in American homes are incandescent, magnetic low-voltage and electronic low-voltage lights, all of which can be easily dimmed.
Several types of dimmers exist. Wall box dimmers control one or two lights, while scene lighting dimmers allow home owners to control several lights from one panel. Whole-house systems control every light in the home from a single panel. Occupancy sensors turn off and on when they sense motion.


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By Frank Haynes, Senior College Football Editor
GAME NOTES: With the Big 12 Conference crown theirs for the taking, the third- ranked Kansas State Wildcats head to the Lone Star State for this Saturday's pivotal matchup with the TCU Horned Frogs.
Kansas State is one of only six undefeated teams left in the FBS, the team winning all nine of its bouts thus far by an average of 25.7 ppg. The Wildcats are 9-0 overall and 6-0 in the Big 12 for just the third time under legendary coach Bill Snyder, and the first time since 1999. K-State is ranked second once again in this week's BCS standings, the highest BCS ranking in school history. The 'Cats took out visiting Oklahoma State last weekend, 44-30, and following this bout, will play at Baylor next Saturday before wrapping up the regular season at home versus Texas on Dec. 1.
TCU's first season as a member of the Big 12 has had its up and downs, the team sporting a 6-3 overall record, but just a 3-3 league ledger. Last weekend, the Horned Frogs paid a visit to the other new team in the conference, West Virginia, and escaped in double-overtime with a 39-38 victory. That win snapped a two-game losing streak for coach Gary Patterson's squad, which continues a murderous second-half stretch following this clash as it face Texas and Oklahoma on Nov. 22 and Dec. 1, respectively.
TCU owns a 3-2 lead in the all-time series with Kansas State, but the two teams have not met since a 35-22 victory for the Horned Frogs in Fort Worth back in 1986.
The Kansas State offense is one of the more potent not only in the Big 12 but the nation as well, and the unit is led by Heisman hopeful Collin Klein. With the gifted quarterback at the controls, the Wildcats are lighting up the scoreboard to the tune of 44.3 ppg, behind nearly 440 total ypg. Klein is a true threat in every sense of the word, as in addition to completing 71.1 percent of his passes for 1,875 yards, 12 TDs and only two interceptions, he ranks second on the team in rushing with 698 yards and a whopping 17 scores. John Hubert paces the club with 760 yards, and he has reached the end zone a dozen times. Chris Harper and Tyler Lockett are Klein's favorite targets down field, the duo combining for 69 catches, 1,070 yards and five TDs.
Defensively, the Wildcats are permitting just 18.6 ppg as foes have had trouble finding running lanes (99.2 ypg, six TDs), enjoying more success with the pass (259.3 ypg, 11 TDs). Still, the KSU defense has made a slew of big plays, logging 24 takeaways and 21 sacks. Arthur Brown continues to lead the unit with 67 tackles, while Allen Chapman and Ty Zimmerman have come up with four picks apiece. Nigel Malone has three.
Klein was once again in top form last week against Oklahoma State, throwing for 245 yards while rushing for 64 yards and a TD -- his 50th career rushing TD. However, he suffered an undisclosed injury in the second half and was replaced by Daniel Sams, who was nearly perfect in completing 5-of-6 passes for 45 yards. Klein is apparently fine and will likely be under center in this clash, but there's no telling how K-State's season might unravel if he is out for any significant amount of time. Angelo Pease was the team's leading ground gainer last week with 72 yards on nine carries, while Hubert added 38 yards and scored twice on only nine totes as well. Harper, Lockett and Travis Tannahill each finished with five catches, with Harper tallying a team-high 89 receiving yards. Lockett returned a second-quarter kickoff 100 yards for a score.
Chapman snared three interceptions in last week's win over Oklahoma State, one of which he returned 29 yards for a TD, as the Wildcats took advantage of five turnovers despite allowing 417 passing yards to the Cowboys. K-State did hold the Pokes to just 87 net rushing yards, and allowed them control of the ball for just over 22 minutes. OSU was just 3-of-12 on third-down conversion attempts. Amazingly enough, Kansas State has outscored the opposition 111-0 off turnovers this season.
At his press conference earlier this week, coach Snyder immediately addressed the 800-pound gorilla in the room, that of course being Klein's status, without getting into too many specifics.
"Would I expect him to play? I certainly hope that's the case, and I would expect that to take place."
While not as prolific as its counterpart, the TCU offense can hold its own with most in the Big 12, the Horned Frogs averaging 169.3 ypg rushing (fourth in the conference) while tallying 264.8 ypg passing. Of the 33 TDs the team has scored this season, 24 of them have come through the air. TCU has committed 23 turnovers, 14 of which have been on fumbles. Casey Pachall (.660, 948 yards, 10 TDs, one interception) was the team's starting QB, but he is undergoing therapy following a DUI arrest, thus Trevone Boykin has assumed the job and has thrown for 1,376 yards, with 13 TD passes and seven picks. Josh Boyce is the Frogs' top pass catcher, having grabbed 50 balls for 687 yards and seven scores. The run game features four guys with at least 248 yards, led by B.J. Catalon and his 401 yards. Matthew Tucker paces the club with three rushing TDs.
The Horned Frogs possess one of the nation's top defenses, ranking eighth in the FBS against the run (96.6 ypg) and 25th in total defense (333.7 ypg). Joel Hasley leads the squad with 68 tackles, while Devonte Fields has a team-best eight sacks and 14.5 TFL. Jason Verrett heads the secondary with five interceptions and 12 PBU.
In last week's thrilling win at West Virginia, Boykin completed just 12-of-29 passes, but they went for 254 yards, two TDs and one interception, both scoring strikes going to Boyce who finished with six catches for 180 yards. The TCU run game accounted for just 126 yards, with no player amassing more than the 39 yards Catalon had.
West Virginia was held to just 78 net rushing yards, and while star QB Geno Smith threw for 260 yards and three TDs, the Mountaineers were limited to 126 yards after halftime. Derrick Kindred and Sam Carter tallied 10 tackles apiece, the former making nine of his stops unassisted. and the Frogs as a collective unit were credited with eight TFL, and the defense scored a TD on a 15-yard fumble return by Dominic Merka in the third quarter.
Coach Patterson, who is a K-State alum, was asked recently about facing his former school.
"It's hard because you love seeing that they have come so far, and they are so close to maybe playing for a national championship. On our side, we just want to win our seventh game."
If this were the TCU team that rivaled Boise State for BCS respectability in the past, this game would likely be a lot harder to pick. As it is, the Frogs aren't about to roll over and hand the game to K-State, but the Wildcats are a team on a mission and it will take a slew of mistakes for them to drop this one so late in the season.
Sports Network Predicted Outcome: Kansas State 38, TCU 24