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The FDA & Stevia
"The incestuous relationship between government and big business thrives in the dark." – Jack Anderson
While the American public has waited in vain for a safe artificial sweetener to be developed, citizens of certain other countries have for years — in some cases, for centuries — enjoyed a safe, natural sweetener that is virtually calorie-free and to which many other health benefits have been attributed. This miracle sweetener is a South American herb called Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni — commonly known simply as stevia, estimated to be some 150 to 400 times sweeter than sugar.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration since the mid-1980s has labeled stevia an "unsafe food additive" and gone to extensive lengths to keep it off the U.S. market — including initiating a search-and-seizure campaign and full-fledged "import alert."
To judge from the extensive measures the FDA has employed to keep Americans in the dark about stevia, one might assume it was some type of dangerous narcotic. But, in fact, no ill effects have ever been attributed to it, although it has been used by millions of people around the world, in some locales for hundreds of years.
So adamant has the FDA remained on the subject, that even though stevia can now be legally marketed as a dietary supplement under legislation enacted in 1994, any mention of its possible use as a sweetener or tea is still strictly prohibited.
Now that stevia has been designated as "unsafe" — almost certainly to benefit the politically powerful sweetener industry — the agency has insisted on stonewalling any and all evidence to the contrary. Once the FDA makes a decision, neither practical experience nor scientific research is likely to bring about a reversal of its position.
As Rob McCaleb, president and founder of the Herb Research Foundation, puts it: "Sweetness is big money. Nobody wants to see something cheap and easy to grow on the market competing with the things they worked so hard to get approved."
Copies of the documents referred to on these pages should be available to anyone who wishes to make a Freedom of Information Act request to the FDA. For more information on making a FOIA request, check out the FDA Web site at: www.fda.gov
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- October 1, 2015 at 3:56 pm
I have had problems in the past with Stevia giving me a really bad sore throat so I stopped using it but I bought some soy milk by mistake the other day that had Stevia in it. I didn't read the label because I don't expect soy milk to contain Stevia so I drank some and sure enough within an hour my throat swelled and became very sore. It used to just get sore but now I'm getting swelling too which is a more serious side effect. It's 3 days later and the swelling is gone but my throat is still very sore. I think they need to do a lot more testing of Stevia or at least put a warning on it because my reaction is becoming increasingly worse. I don't think I'm allergic to Ragweed but I am allergic to Stevia.
- August 25, 2015 at 3:06 pm
Before the invention of sugar very few diseases were prevailing. Now almost all diseases are attributed due to sugar.
Natural stevia besides 20-30 times sweeter than sugar with zero calorie has medicinal properties which no medicine or plant has. It is observed that stevia is detoxifying the body and thus contributing for almost disease free life, inclusive of HIV/AIDS. Psoriasis, Arthrites, Cancers etc etc.
- April 26, 2015 at 9:31 pm
I've been using PureVia for the past three years, and I haven't noticed any adverse side-effects. No rashes, sores, or stomach aches. And by the way, I am extremely allergic to ragweed (a 4+ on the 0-5 scale my doctor uses). I stir three packets into a glass of green tea one to three times per day. It's helped me cut down on my consumption of caffeinated soft drinks (my one and only addiction). I know PureVia isn't exactly pure Stevia (it contains Dextrose), but it does contain Stevia, tastes good, and has virtually no calories. I have tried Kal pure Stevia and had no problems with it either. I've read the posts on this site about people having all sorts of problems with various forms of Stevia, and all I can think of is the "post hoc ergo propter hoc" fallacy I learned in college logic. That is, if A occurs after B, then B caused A. I just don't buy all this "anecdotal evidence," and I'll keep on using Stevia. I'll let y'all know if it kills me.
- April 26, 2015 at 9:46 pm
I guess I should also point out that PureVia is GRAS (generally regarded as safe) to the FDA.
- October 29, 2014 at 6:37 am
So adamant has the FDA remained on the subject, that even though stevia can now be legally marketed as a dietary supplement under legislation enacted in 1994, any mention of its possible use as a sweetener or tea is still strictly prohibited.
Now that stevia has been designated as "unsafe" — almost certainly to benefit the politically powerful sweetener industry — the agency has insisted on stonewalling any and all evidence to the contrary. Once the FDA makes a decision, neither practical experience nor scientific research is likely to bring about a reversal of its position.
- July 21, 2014 at 12:30 pm
any how stevia is better then white suger
- May 25, 2015 at 8:55 pm
..but for thousands of years Stevia has been used as a potent anti fertility agent and no one here mentioned anything about that !
- July 22, 2015 at 10:08 am
That's because no legitimate scientific study has ever found that to be true.
- July 2, 2014 at 10:18 pm
My sister started using Stevia 2 weeks ago, she broke out in a terrible, itchy rash on her body, unfortunately she did not do her homework before using Stevia. She is allergic to ragweed and is a type 2 diabetic. Her doctor told her that the allergy to ragweed and the Metformin she takes for her diabetes both caused the Stevia to cause a horrible rash. Her husband takes medication for high blood pressure and he was told by the same doctor to stop taking Stevia. I think that further testing is warranted by the FDA before this should be approved.
- May 20, 2013 at 11:11 pm
The fact of the matter here is that unless each of us individually conducts the appropriate tests to ascertain whether or not stevia is safe there will be a leap of faith involved. I comprehensively read through all of the information at both http://www.jbb-stevia.com and http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/Transparency/Basics/ucm214864.htm regarding the known safety issues. I have also read numerous reports/articles/blogs from people hailing from South America that will tout the benefits of stevia based upon "centuries of use and research."
It all comes down to which government/tradition do you trust the most. Having worked as a professional chef for over 20 years in the United States I will say without hesitation that I have the utmost respect for the FDA and will gladly place my faith in the system with the most rigorous and advanced testing in the world.
Lastly, and completely off topic, Vince (last post) you are an idiot.
- December 16, 2012 at 5:21 pm
The reason why Stevia was not approved to begin with by the FDA was due exclusively to the influence of companies that wanted to sell their company made, dangerous, unhealthy sweeteners. In fact, the head of the FDA during the approval of Aspertame was offered a high level job with the manufacturer, and left the FDA shortly after that to take that position.
I do not trust the FDA to be anything but a dangerous drug promoting body. Look at all the drugs that are approved and then recalled or sued because of all the damage they do. Is that process protecting people? NO! It is promoting dangerous products with NO oversight! They do NOT care if an approved product harms or kills you, as long as there are profits to be made and bribes to get!
And their recommendations about ?healthy? diets is also corrupted by business interests.
- April 13, 2015 at 3:46 am
Totally agree.
- November 14, 2012 at 1:39 pm
Looks like they have caught on finally, "equal" in Australia is now selling stevia, still has chems in it though which is pretty cheeky. I use all 100% natural plant extract, hopefully Equal doesnt put the smaller healthier alternatives out of business.
- April 30, 2012 at 12:33 pm
Can you send me official reports about this "health benefits" coming from the assumption of Stevia?
How much? In what form? How long will it take to give benefits? Because of what?
I don't mean consumer's satisfaction, I mean facts, numbers.
- February 23, 2012 at 1:54 am
I am so happy to find this information. I am trying to help a young woman at work that has gestional diabetes. Unfortunatly the doctor or doctors at Shands pregnancy center is telling her Stevia is not FDA approved. I have been serching for good info for her and this website is right on. Thank you so much for spreading good news. I have printed this artical and will be delighted to give it to her.
- February 4, 2012 at 4:34 pm
Being a diabetic is a challenge, especially if you need a natural sweetener that will not affect your glucose level in the blood.
Stevia being a natural sweetener from a plant extract is perfect for controlling type 2
Diabetes. The research I have read confirms any doubts that this sweetener has any harmful affects. Thank you Stevia
Chicago IL
- January 6, 2012 at 6:41 pm
Stevia is a safe sweetener. It is natural and not dangerous for you like high fructose corn syrup and artificial sweeteners which are KNOWN to cause cancer. Stevia is from a natural plant, much like sugar, and it tastes much better than that artificial crap! The FDA Stevia into our food because it is something that is actually good for us, but they dont hesitate to allow arsenic in our juices, PBA in our canned goods, BVO in some sodas, floride in our drinking water, high fructose corn syrup in almost everything and the list can go on……Then everyone wonders why there is so much cancer and illnesses in the country. It all comes from the air we breath, the water we drink and the food we eat. Who controls most of that? The FDA…….
The FDA sucks!
- April 13, 2015 at 3:51 am
You are quite right.
- December 6, 2011 at 3:20 pm
I am currently taking Stevia in my coffee and every thing to cereal breakfast etc. Taste good to me and I believe the FDA is keeping this from us because they are being bought out by the artificial and sugar industries as are the medical drugs getting into our hospitals by big companies having their way instead of whats good for you taking precedence.
- October 20, 2011 at 1:08 pm
I was visiting my daughter in Saudi Arabia and bought a product called "Steviana". I used it as a sweetener in my coffee and it tasted fine. Does anyone have any information on this product.
- October 12, 2011 at 12:26 am
To Beverly L. Gibson,
If, in fact it was the stevia that made you ill, you are the FIRST person in the history of the world who was sickened by stevia. I hope you didn't conact the FDA because they don't need any excuse to start harassing importers of stevia again!
- April 27, 2011 at 8:46 pm
What most layment fail to understand is, that diabetics cannot tolerate any prepared food containing sugar. Whether it is sugar from sugar cane, from a plant or from a tree. Sugar by any other name, is still sugar.
I have been ill since having had Easter dinner at my son and daughter-in-law's home. I love this lady with all my heart. However, she works at a health-food store and is a true believer in This young woman served me a very small portion of desert containing Stevia. My next letter or email will be sent to the FDA, who no doubt will be receiving many more.
- June 5, 2011 at 12:46 am
Sugar is not the only thing that diabetics need to watch for. All Starches turn to sugar in the human body. Most deserts contain starch in one form or another.
- September 2, 2011 at 5:39 pm
You need to educate yourself on everything that can cause adverse effects on diabetics.
You don't need to watch out only for sugar.
- December 17, 2012 at 2:08 pm
Please educate yourself before involving and watsting people being paid by taxpayer dollars. First, be smart enough to know that one incident of ANYTHING does NOT prove ANYTHING!!! Since it was a holiday dinner that you, yourself did not prepare, there could have been any number of things that could have caused you to become ill…jumping to the conclusion that it must have been the stevia is not sound logical thinking and cettainly nothing that could be the basis of any medical conclusion. Second, we are humans and we have been known to have allergies to many things from common to uncommon and natural to man-made. Before condemning a product clearly used safely by half the world, perhaps you should investigate if you are allergic to it as there are Food Allergy Blood Tests done easily through your doctor by a company called ALLCAT TESTING that can test you for many things. I know this because I have had it more than once, and I personally am allergic to Cane Sugar, Maple Syrup, and All Artificial sweetners with the Exceptions od Xylitol and Stevia. So before you involve other government agencies and go one line to make unfounded accusations, think a littler smarter, be a little smarter, and educate yourself with facts.
- April 18, 2014 at 9:45 pm
About 5 months ago I switched from using Equal (aspartame) in my tea to using Stevia. It has given me sore throats constantly – at first I did not realize it was the Stevia causing the problem, but I have now confirmed that it definitely IS the Stevia, based on an elimination process. I am a scientist, and I am careful not to jump to conclusions. Based on the pattern of my health, I now believe that both Aspartame and Stevia have had an adverse effect on me – but the Stevia effect has been more obvious and more immediate – a sore throat, difficulty speaking due to scratchy throat (I am a teacher so this is a problem), and sleep problems. So Beverly Gibson is not the only, or the first, person in the world to be ill from Stevia. Since having this problem I have searched reliable sources – all agree that some people show an allergic response to Stevia (which comes from a plant closely related to ragweed, which causes many allergies).
The effect on me is obvious – within 1 hour of consuming a small quantity of Stevia in my tea, the sore throat symptoms are obvious and unpleasant. So in this instance the FDA is right to want more testing.
- January 2, 2015 at 6:49 pm
I too get a sore throat from Stevia. For the longest time(over 6 months at least) I was plagued by a constant sore throat and hoarseness. Could not imagine what could be causing it. I am not normally a very allergic person so that possibility did not cross my mind. I first went to my GP and she put me on a round of antibiotics to no avail. Then I got worried and went to an ENT doctor. He couldn't find anything too serious but put me on a Medrol dose pack(cortisone). O.K. to make a long story short, after a ton of test, a ton of frustration, lots of visits to doctors and a lot of unnecessary meds, nothing was resolved and I was still suffering from the sore throat. One day I decided to stop using the daily stevia in my morning coffee just to see if by chance it could be causing the problem, by this point I was desperate. Well within one full day of stopping the stevia, the sore throat had cleared up and has not returned! So I don't think it is as safe as some people want to believe. Buyer beware!
- June 15, 2015 at 5:53 pm
I have had a sore throat for a couple days now. Have been using the green stevia in the raw packets in my tea for the same time. That's why I'm looking at this because I'm thinking it could be the stevia. I read something about being allergic to ragweed and using stevia can be related. Not sure if I am allergic, but I'm doing my research and am stopping it's use for a while until I know for sure.
- April 13, 2015 at 4:14 am
Stevia is not the culprit. Diabetics cannot tolerate any type of carbohydrate; that is starchy food and sugary food. Whatever the starchy or sugary food that you consume, turn into glucose after the digestion. You body need to produce adequate amount of insulin to convert that glucose into glycogen and store it in the liver for future use. People who have diabetes are unable to go through this natural process, so they are left with excess glucose in their blood, which is disastrous. It leads to strokes, heart attacks, blindness, numbness of the feet, fatty liver etc.
- February 5, 2011 at 9:11 pm
As a citizen of the USA, I would appreciate you sending me any and all information regarding the herb STEVIA. THANK YOU.
Ms. Mendez.
- January 11, 2013 at 1:24 pm
As a citizen of Canada, who gives a damn if you are a citizen of the USA. This day and age, I'd be careful about broadcasting that too much.
- June 29, 2014 at 10:44 pm
Vince, the real question is who gives a damn if you are a canadian, yawwwwnnnn, what a bore….
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A Slippery Slope? This type of "Thinking" from our elected officials is what concerns me. Following the "Slippery Slope" process of thought is why we are involved in so many messes around the world. By doing action A it does not commit you to action B; if our leaders truely "think" this way then they have already throttled our country down a path of failure. This is exactly why we are still in Afghanistan and Iraq, because we came into your country to remove a percieved threat to the US does NOT implicate us with additional obligations. When was war redefined? Kill bad guys and leave; military's do not build /rebuild governments.
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The Arc'teryx Theta SL Jacket provides lightweight, waterproof performance with enough toughness to withstand the abuse you dish out in the wilderness. Two fully waterproof-and-breathable Gore-Tex fabrics combine to strike a balance between packability and durability.
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- Gore-Tex ProShell fabric reinforcements in collar, shoulders, and sleeves resist damage to high-stress areas
- 3-D molded removable Stow Hood offers full coverage without compromising visibility
- Laminated zippers and hems seal out storms
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My husband hiked for 5 months on the AT and the jacket was durable but wasn't totally waterproof. Items in his pockets would occasionally get wet. His arms would get moist and it wasn't from sweating. The jacket is very light, cool in warm climates and warm in cool climates. As for size, the sleeves were a bit long but otherwise a good fit. He liked the jacket but not worth the price.
I can echo Debbi's husband's issues with the pockets. Even with the zippers pulled up tight into the miniscule zipper garage, items inside still get wet. I have to put my cell phone into a pants pocket if I want it to stay dry.
Otherwise an excellent jacket.
Not worth the price
- Familiarity:I've put it through the wringer
- Fit:Runs large
The jacket looks great and fits great however when exposed to the elements for extended periods (2-3 hours) it gets very wet inside. I expected more for the price.
Lightweight protection
The Theta SL is a very light shell with some nicely thought out features. The cut and articulation of the shell is great. It is longer in the torso and has about a 2" drop in the rear. nice high volume pockets that work well while wearing a pack. The pit zips are smallish but do a great job of allowing heat and moisture to escape. The hood is a low volume hood. it fits over helmets but it can be a bit snug over some helmets. It cinches up nicely so it does not bellow in the wind. I am not a fan of the roll hood. I would have preferred a 1 piece style hood. The medium fits my 5'10" 165lb frame very well without being too big in the chest (It fits much slimmer than my Theta AR). Arms are a good length for those of us who have monkey style arms.
I am not fully sold on the mix of paclite and Pro shell. Paclite doesn't breathe that well and I have found it just feels wet inside (and I have had my clothes get wet as well) The gore tex pro shell holds up very well and breathes so much better. for $375 its a pretty expensive paclite shell. At this price point I would expect arcteryx to use the watertight front vislon zip (much smoother slider). Overall its a great shell however, for just a little more I can buy a pro shell jacket from some other manufacturers (ie: north face point five) So for the hefty price tag it gets a 3 star rating
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Awesome jacket during rain and wind condition.
Is the Arcteryx Theta SL the same jacket...
Is the Arcteryx Theta SL the same jacket as the Arcteryx Theta SL Hybrid?
Yes, it has the Gore Pro in the shoulders and sleeves and the Gore Paclite in the body and sleeves.
Hey guys. I am 6', 225 pounds - athletic...
Hey guys. I am 6', 225 pounds - athletic fit. My chest is between 46 and 48 depending on what I'm preparing for. I usually run between an XL and XXL in jackets and was wondering if you thought an XXL would be too big in the Theta SL. We're getting ready for a Quetico canoe trip and then back to hot, humid Africa for agriculture/water project works, so wanted something light, packable, breathable, VERY waterproof for monsoons, and durable (while not being close to $300) - so this seems to fit the bill. We'll also do a few months in the Alps (not hiking, etc.) where I'll need to layer under it. Thanks!
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The Theta SL is cut a bit more trim than other Arc'teryx jackets, but I bet an XL would work best with enough room for a warm layer but not too loose when you're rolling it solo. Double check the sizing chart above.
Quick question on sizing. I'm a small guy,...
Quick question on sizing. I'm a small guy, and I tried on a small with a puffy underneath it fit great. I'm also looking at the alpha sl. My question is both the alpha sl and the theta sl are athletic fit, will they both be cut the same size and fit the same in the chest arm and waist. I know the theta will be slightly longer. Just want to know if they are the same otherwise. Any help would be great
Other than the body length, they fit the same. I just had a conversation about those very two jackets with Arc'teryx customer service about 3 weeks ago.
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Ill preface this review with my cut and paste statement that I work as a backcountry backpacking guide in Yosemite National Park. Nearly all of the products I take the time to review have seen at least a half a season, if not more, of use... and Im committed to not bothering to write a review until I feel like Ive really gotten to know a product. I never thought Id bother to write reviews, but Ive recently decided that since Ive spent so much time over these last many years reading reviews, and finding a tremendous amount of value in articulate and well-informed opinions, that I wanted to give back to the community. So, with that being said, here we go...
I picked up this hard shell for under half price. I was so stoked about getting it for such a steal that I didn't do as much research as I normally do, particularly seeing that its a pricey piece of gear.
For those who aren't familiar with Arcteryx's arbitrary system for naming their gear.. there are a few things that are good to know. Beta = waist length, to accommodate a harness. Alpha = hip length, to provide more coverage while striking a balance between fit and weatherability. Theta = thigh length, to provide the most coverage for heavy weather, and not needing to deal with a harness. LT = Light, SL = Superlight, SV = Severe (weather), AR = All-Round (multiple uses and applications). There are other prefixes, but those are the only ones that really apply to the Alpha, Beta, Theta line. There are cut and fit differences from jacket to jacket, but I'm not going to get too in depth with that here, since this review is, after all, specifically about the Theta SL.
The SV and LT line consist of shells made of GoreTex (GTX) Pro, which, without digging deep into minutiae, is a very durable double-layered waterproof fabric that has a third layer of backing on the inner side. This backing helps with both durability and wicking moisture away from one's body. The downside is that its heavier and more expensive than GoreTex Paclite. GTX Paclite, which is used in the SL lines, uses a similiar combination of two waterproof laminates, but does not use the backing on the inner side. The inner side of Paclite is a very slick, carbon backing that, when wet, gets a bit clammy. The advantage is that its lighter and cheaper than GTX Pro, the downside is that its less durable, and does nothing to wick moisture away from your body when any form of moisture builds up inside the shell. I've never had durability issues with Paclite, but you do have to be more mindful of prolonged abrasion and any sneaky twigs, branches, or talus that might be poised to puncture it.
This jacket uses a hybrid of these two fabrics, which is not only an ingenious compromise, but in practice it works incredibly well. The upper quarter of the jacket (the collar, the shoulders, upper back, and the upper chest) and the entire outer portion of the sleeve are made of GTX Pro, while the rest of the jacket consists of Paclite. The end result is that you have a jacket that finds a nice middle ground in cost, weight, and durability... providing abrasion resistance and durability in areas likely to see more use/abuse... and saving weight and cost in areas that are likely to see less wear.
All of these features combined - the hybrid of both types of GoreTex, the longer cut, the reinforced shoulders, the fantastic packability and low weight... along with the stowable hood, pit zips, and athletic cut all add up to a jacket that is absolutely custom made for backpacking. I've owned, and still own, quite a few shells... and I feel quite comfortable in saying that this is the quintessential backpacking hard shell.
There is no other hard shell that I'd rather have in my pack when I see the weather, and barometer, taking a dive.
PS. As a note on fit... I am 6'2" and approximately 165 lbs. I wear a 40 long in sport coats... and this jacket in a large fits me perfectly.
I was walking for about 2 miles in 35...
I was walking for about 2 miles in 35 degree weather and when I got home I noticed condensation on the top part of the jacket. Pretty much where the paclite meets the pro shell. Is this normal? I thought this jacket was supposed to breathe well? Very confused about this.
Tester, I do not own this jacket but have read many reviews of condensation. It is always in the same area, the upper part of the jacket. I have the Theta AR and have never had this issue but I do not sweat as much compared to others doing the same activity.
I dont know where to stick this question...
I dont know where to stick this question as its very general? I got this jacket and had it on with only a t-shirt in 35 degree weather. I was kinda cold but it really didnt bother me. My body runs hot all the time anyway. Would somthing like a LT or AR hold more heat than the SL shell? I guess my question is, what is the major difference with the shells if they are all breathable and waterproof and require layers to be fully warm?
Each of those shells have different styles of the same materials. The AR is the heaviest (about 17 oz) and is 3 layer Goretex Pro Shell. The LT is a little bit lighter than the AR but also 3 Layer pro shell. The SL is 2 layer Pac lite. So they are different variations of waterproof breathable materials. The weights and fabric thicknesses will influence how much warmth they will retain, but only by a slight factor.
Long story short, most hard shells will retain similar amounts of heat. If it's not right, wear some baselayers/midlayers or look into a waterproof softshell or waterproof insulated jacket!
I see. During summer, hopefully everything goes on sale more and I will pickup a fission sv or mako jacket. For now I will rock this SL as in a month its going to be perfect in 40-45 degrees.
Has anyone else had issues with condensation...
Has anyone else had issues with condensation building up inside when layering in colder conditions? How about how it performs in more mild temps?
Paclite certainly does not breathe as well as pro shell. I have noticed condensation in my Theta SL when doing intense activity (I always try to keep the vents open a bit to prevent it). The Pro shell on the shoulder and top of arms seem to breathe much better. I see your review below- this is certainly not meant to be a ski shell. Get yourself a pro shell jacket.
I've had condensation issues with this jacket in mild, wet conditions while exerting myself. But, no wp/b shell is going to pass your sweat vapor when it's as wet outside of the shell as it is inside. In cold, dry conditions, you shouldn't be getting condensation on the inside of the coat. If you're moving enough to start sweating under the shell, it's time to remove a layer.
Overall Great Jacket
I bought this as my main go to shell for all four seasons. I was looking for a jacket that would be versatile, lightweight and durable. It is a replacement for an old Patagonia Pac lite shell that lasted me almost ten years. So after a couple days of wearing it skiing here in northwest Washington I have only one complaint. The temps have ranged from high twenties to mid thirties. I layered it with an REI synthetic base layer and the Atom Lt Hoody. The jacket did an excellent job of blocking, wind, snow/ sleet and was very comfortable. The only complaint I have with it is that it doesnt vent that well. At lunch and at the end of the day there was a significant amount of condensation on the inside of the jacket, which also caused my Atom Lt to feel a big soggy. I will say that the condensation is primarily only where the PacLite fabric is on the body. The areas with ProShell were dry. This also has me concerned about wearing it on spring or summer days since we get quite a bit of rain. So ultimately thinking of returning it and purchasing a different Arcteryx with full Pro Shell
Could this be used as a winter jacket?...
Could this be used as a winter jacket? Typically temperatures around 15-30 degrees.
It could be used as a winter jacket. The fabric is completely windproof and waterproof, but is also very lightweight. You will need a decent midlayer for warmth underneath
I second on that...
Its jus a shell. You will freeze to death in 15 degree weather if you plan to only have this jacket on.
Hello, Is anyone aware if this jacket is...
Hello, Is anyone aware if this jacket is made in Canada or China?
My 2011 version is made in China
My 2010 version is made in china....ugh
I saw on in REI store it was Canada. The one I got off this site says China. Also on the left arm mine only says "Goretex" where the pictures off arcteryxt.com and also the jacket I saw said Goretex paclight shell. Anyone else?
I think that pretty much all their stuff is made in China now.
Nothing says "We care about Quality" quite like outsourcing to virtual slave labor in un or under developed countries. Especially one with a spotty record with respecting intellectual property and meeting contracts is concerned.
It's the one thing keeping me looking at other brands.
I've heard conflicting things, is this...
I've heard conflicting things, is this version's hood helmet compatible, or low volume?
Its low volume. It may fit over a small-ish helmet.
How does the Theta withstand abrasions and...
How does the Theta withstand abrasions and other such snags associated with trail running? I'm looking for a waterproof jacket with a stowable hood to run trails...thanks
It has a mix of Proshell and pac-lite gore tex fabric. The proshell is located on the shoulders and arms (which is a tougher denier nylon as well). It provides a little extra abrasion resistance . The paclite use a lighter nylon but the weave is still quite tight and is a very durable fabric itself. These are great jackets (they do fit a little longer in the torso- so you may want to try one on to see how it fits you)
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is this any different from the 2009...
is this any different from the 2009 model?
This current generation of Theta SL started in the 2009/10 run. These use the combination of pro-shell and pac-lite The only thing that has changed since than is the color palate. The previous version of the Theta SL (circa 2006 and older) are a combination of Gore XCR and pac-lite and have a slightly different pocket orientation and hood configuration. Hope this helps
How does the sizing differ on this from...
How does the sizing differ on this from the Alpha SL? In terms of chest/length and overall roominess?
Edit* Sorry Johhny,, didn't know that the Theta was longer
These are relatively the same size, with the big difference being the the hood. The Theta SL has a "trim-fitting stow hood," while the Alpha SL has a "helmet compatible Speed Hood."
The length in front/back is longer on the Theta though correct?
Correct, The theta is longer in both the front and back.
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how long is the centerback length?
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Hi everyone! Bell and I are planning on being at a bunch of conventions this year, so I'll be organizing all the convention information here for easy access! We will keep this page updated if any further information comes up.
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Overtime pay is additional pay granted to employees who have worked over a certain amount of hours in a given timeframe. Employers in West Virginia must adhere to both federal and state overtime regulations defining how much overtime must be paid, and which employees are entitled to overtime pay.
Non-exempt employees in West Virginia are entitled to overtime pay of 1.5 times their average hourly rate for every hour worked over 40 in a single week. Based on the West Virginia minimum wage of $8.00 per hour, the minimum amount any West Virginia worker should receive as overtime pay is $12.00 per hour.
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The eighth annual Olney Arts Council Fine Arts Showcase and Richland County Children's Gallery concluded Thursday evening at The Holiday.
Olney Arts Council member Andy Flynn said the show has usually been held at the end of October and early November but will start being held in April, starting in 2014.
This year's show ended with a Meet the Artists reception and an awards ceremony.
Robert Treece won Best in Show for his work, "Glass Still." The award was sponsored by TrustBank. Connie Doan won the People's Choice Award for her work, "Little Mike's Big Day." First National Bank sponsored the award.
Other winners included:
Watercolor (still life, abstract, mixed media; sponsored by Richland Memorial Hospital)
1st-Barbara Brummer ("Reaching to the Sun")
2nd-Nancy Ford ("Dandy Lion")
3rd-Janet Vayhinger ("Garden Royally")
Watercolor (animal, people, landscape; sponsored by Dairy Queen)
1st-Judy Schnepper ("Peek-a-boo")
2nd-Bill Meyer ("Abandoned and Forgotten")
3rd-Glen Turner ("Winterland")
Photography (sponsored by Paul Wirth)
1st-Donna Goff ("Skeletons")
2nd-Jean Chandler ("Rob's Harley")
3rd-Gerald Masopust ("Ladies in Lace")
Drawing (sponsored by Citizens National Bank)
1st-Mary Pat Nash ("Jessica")
2nd-Connie Doan ("Little Mike's Big Day")
3rd-Judy Schnepper ("Cheyanne")
Painting on canvas (sponsored by Stevens Chiropractic and Chandler Farms)
1st-Linda Bruis ("Harbingers")
2nd-Cal Sechrest ("Tohill's Power")
3rd-Sara Frenz ("Autumn Sun")
3-D (sponsored by Raymond James Investments)
1st-Tyler Jones ("Basically Me")
2nd-Anthony Slickenmeyer ("Metal Globe")
3rd-Gary Jones ("Wood-fired teapot")
High-school awards (sponsored by Allen Forys)
1st-Matt Palmer ("Reap the Rewards")
2nd-Garrah Hosford (photograph-"Four Guys in Suits")
3rd-Riley Andersen (charcoal-"Picture of Girl's Face")
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Daytona: NASCAR's zoom with a view
Give 'em credit for trying to sex it up, but is a return to racing's roots a good idea?
Originally Published: February 15, 2010By Jeff MacGregor | ESPN.com
Not race this week but racing, in which the usual high-banked, high-speed nonsense from Daytona Beach was interrupted by a daylong home improvement project. Total broadcast time for the Great American Driveway Repair: 7 hours, 33 minutes.
After several consecutive years of waning public interest and sagging television ratings, chronic financial anemia and textbook overexposure, NASCAR desperately needed to bring some sexy back. This it did on Valentine's Day 2010 -- at least ...
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In Pittsburgh mythology, many people will swear there is an underground river below the Allegheny, Monongahela, and Ohio Rivers. This underground river is said to be the source of water for the fountain at Point State Park. Of course, it's really a sand and gravel aquifer, deposited as outwash at the end of the last ice age.
Fourth River is also the name for one of Pittsburgh's finest up and coming grassroots bands. Appropriately named after the subterranean aquifer, Fourth River's music streams from the Pittsburgh underground quenching the euphonious tastes of new fans with every performance.
Formed in the in the winter of 2005, Fourth River came to be when Bill Smith and Aaron Bennett (formerly of Patchwork Blu) contacted drummer Keith Ruffing (formerly of Pied Piper) to start a new project. Along with guitarist Shawn "Spar" Speer (Gruvbak) and newly relocated percussionist Pat Stehley (Pavlov's Roomate) the band discovered their common musical interests quickly. After the release of their first self titled album in the fall of 2007, Spar stepped down from the band and Pete Belski stepped in to fill his shoes. With the lineup solidified, Fourth River has made a very quick and favorable impression on the local Pittsburgh scene. Influenced by grassroots jam giants like the Grateful Dead, Phish, and others, and coupled with pure admiration of traditional jazz and seventies R&B, Fourth River creates an eclectic, unique and original style of music that you won't want to miss.


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Noted identity designer Sagi Haviv recalls Laurie Anderson's advice, "Don't wait to be asked," as the most influential in his career. Read more about his inspiration.
Michael Donovan: Carrying the Vignelli and Eames Legacy
HOW Leadership Conference speaker Michael Donovan reflects on his influential design career including work with the Vignellis and the Eamses.
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Nancye Green's design career is notable not just because of her award-winning creative output, but because of her path from agency to executive suite. She talks about creating a purposeful career.
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Veteran HOW Design Live speaker Sam Harrison returns to the stage in Boston. This year's program is completely customizable; Harrison tells us what he's planning for his conference agenda.
The Dieline Founder Andrew Gibbs: On Identity Design for a Complex Event
A client with layers of approval. A high-profile design project with a lot of business at stake. An audience that will turn a keen eye on your work. The Dieline's Andrew Gibbs talks about designing the identity for the country's biggest design conference.
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In The Icarus Deception, Seth Godin calls all of us to rise higher, reimagining our lives outside of our comfort zones and routine cubicles—even if it means getting a little sunburned along the way.
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What we doMulti-screen cross-platform navigation is the future of digital TV. Consumers want access, content and services, where and when they want. mirada offers a multi-screen approach to digital TV platforms, with a complete suite of end-to-end modular products, up and running on STBs, PC and companion devices such as mobiles and tablets, all with innovative state of the art EPG designs. Our services are built around the user experience which has always played a key role in the way we develop our products. mirada provides all the elements including multiple device support (across PC, set top box and companion devices), cross-platform integration, user-interface design, database support, transactional engine, billing integration and management services.
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Arizona State continues to recruit the state of California year in and year out and the state may be the program's top source of talent. In last year's recruiting cycle, 15 of ASU's 24 commitments were in fact from the Golden State.
Redlands, Calif., East Valley high school weakside defensive end Andre Ferguson is one such recruit that the Sun Devil coaching staff has been showing a lot of interest in.
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MAYWOOD, Ill. -- A dozen new epilepsy drugs are giving doctors and patients more options, but making treatment decisions more complex, a Loyola epilepsy specialist reports in the journal Neurologic Clinics. âClinicians practice in an era of abundance of anti-epileptic drugs,â Dr. Jorge J. Asconapé wrote. The new drugs provide âan opportunity to better meet the needs of more patients.â Asconapé's article will appear in the November issue of Neurologic Clinics, now available online. Since 1993, the Food and Drug Administration has approved 12 new anti-epileptic drugs: felbamate (brand name, Felbatol®) gabapentin (Neurotin®), lamotrigine (Lamictal®), lacosamide (Vimpat®), levetiracetam (Keppra®), oxcarbazepine (Trilepal®), pregabalin (Lyrica®), rufinamide (Banzel®), tiagabine (Gabitril®), topiramate (Topamax®), vigabatrin (Sabril®) and zonisamide (Zonegran®). Epilepsy is one of the most common chronic neurologic conditions, affecting as many as 45 million people worldwide. Infants and the elderly are at the highest risk. About two-thirds of epilepsies are localized, meaning seizures involve part of one side of the brain. The other cases are generalized, involving both sides of the brain, Asconapé wrote. Between 60 percent and 70 percent of patients have an adequate response to drugs. But a patient who does not benefit from two drugs in a row probably won't respond to any medication. For such patients, alternative treatments include special diet, behavioral modification, hormonal therapies, neurostimulation and immunotherapy. Drugs are divided into two groups: narrow-spectrum, which are mostly effective in focal seizures, and broad spectrum, which work for both focal and generalized seizures. âPediatricians and primary-care physicians ought to consider using broad-spectrum drugs rather than drugs such as phenobarbital and phenytoin, especially in children and adolescents, given the high incidence of generalized epilepsy syndromes in these age groups,â Asconapé wrote. Asconapé is a professor in the Department of Neurology at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. The newer drugs generally do not work better than the older drugs. But the newer drugs are easier to use, with fewer adverse interactions when taken in combination with other drugs. The newer drugs also have expanded the availability of broad-spectrum medications. This is a âmajor benefit for patients with generalized epilepsies,â Asconapé wrote. The long list of anti-epileptic drugs has also benefited epilepsy patients who have other diseases or conditions. This often allows for the use of drugs that either help or at least have no negative effects on those conditions, Asconapé wrote. Asconapé's review is among 15 articles in the November issue of Neurologic Clinics that detail latest advances in the treatment and management of epilepsy and other neurological disorders. Guest editor is Dr. José Biller, chairman of the Department of Neurology at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine.
âGreat therapeutic strides in the clinical neurosciences have been made in the past decades,â Biller wrote in the preface to the November issue. âIt is likely that subsequent decades will bring even greater advances in neurologically oriented therapies.â


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Sailplane Launches Itself With Retractable Jet
A creative bunch of tinkerers think the recent trend of self-launching gliders needs a bit of a boost. So instead of outfitting their high performance sailplane with an electric or small piston motor, they've attached a jet engine that folds neatly into the fuselage. »


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Thanks for the translation. Unfortunately I only speak and write English. (IE: I'm an old fart.)
Please translate for me and let Jht know how welcome he/she is here and that it's good to have another cyclist onboard.
Tell Jht that there's plenty 'happening around here' and we look forward to many more posts from him/her in the future.


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Hermanus, South Africa
THE coolest owl
Table mountain
Richtersveld Northern Cape
100+ nooses in the Apartheid Museum
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"I'm bringing sexy back," Justin Timberlake boasts on his new single, "SexyBack" — and he might as well be talking about himself, too.
Nearly four years after the release of his debut solo album, Justified, the singer has new music to share — though you might not recognize it as his.
"It's been awhile since the last record," Timberlake told MTV News in Paris on Thursday (July 6). "And I just wanted to try something new."
Timberlake worked with Rick Rubin and Will.I.Am for FutureSex/LoveSounds, but it wasn't until he hooked up with producer Timbaland that he figured out the direction he wanted the record to take (see "Justin Timberlake 'In A Good Place' With His Collabos" ).
"I sort of had an idea in mind where I wanted to go," he said, "and it turned out that I went completely left of that. But that's what music should do."
(Can't wait to hear Justin's new sound? Listen to an exclusive clip of "SexyBack" and watch JT talk about his seductive single, only on Overdrive.)
In "SexyBack," going "left" meant going more rock — not in how he constructed the song, but in how he sang it.
"I wanted to sing the song like a rock and roll singer, not an R&B singer," he said. "That's the approach."
Timberlake modeled himself after David Bowie and Prince, and describes "SexyBack" as Bowie and David Byrne covering James Brown's "Sex Machine." "That's the closest I could come," he said. "That's all of my influences for that song."
"SexyBack" doesn't qualify as rock or straight funk — and for now, Timberlake's happy with the description "club funk."
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Timberlake shot a video for the song while in Barcelona, Spain, making "SexyBack" the first clip the singer's shot overseas.
"Obviously we went for the architecture, the exteriors, the interiors — the vibe in Spain is different than anywhere else in the world," Timberlake said. "It's so cool to shoot there, but the girls are also pretty hot, so that doesn't hurt either."
The singer fleshed out the concept for the clip with director Michael Hausmann, picked for his work on Madonna's "Take a Bow."
"It's one of my favorite videos Madonna's ever done," Timberlake said. "Even today, I still remember the visuals, the images, how he captured her. A lot of times, Madonna seems like she's the person in control, and in that video, she seemed vulnerable. It was a cool thing to see."
Because "SexyBack" isn't exactly about Timberlake's vulnerable side (in the song, he boasts, "If that's your girl, better watch your back"), the video will have a very different approach than "Take a Bow."
"It's like a small film," Timberlake said, without giving away the details. "I've yet to see it. I hope it's cool."
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X Factor 2011: Janet Devlin 'most listened to' finalist
Despite being heralded by Gary Barlow as having the performance of the series last week, Marcus Collins is the least listened to contestant according to listener figures calculated by Last.fm. In fact, it's Northern Irish star Janet Devlin who music lovers can't seem to get enough of.
According to Last.fm data, Janet Devlin is more than 10 times as popular as bottom of the charts Marcus, based on listener figures. The Risk were a shock exit earlier this month, could Marcus be next?
Read more: http://xfactor.tellymix.co.uk/news/5...#ixzz1dsW6Y6ns
Amount of Plays by Last.fm Listeners
Janet Devlin 21,629
Misha B 7,268
Craig Colton 4,606
Rhythmix/Little Mix 3,502
Marcus Collins 1,921
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" The Enlightened Vandalism" by EscifStreet Art // Monday, May 20, 2013
The windowless side façade of this building in Villareal, Spain is an unusual canvas for Escif's larger than normal and newest mural. Entitled "The Enlightened Vandalism," the thoughtfully composed piece depicts a the same character in a ski mask participating in various acts like bolt cutting, shooting a sling-shot, holding a spray can, kicking, and holding their arms in the air on their knees as if being arrested.
Hyuro x Escif in Valencia, SpainStreet Art // Wednesday, April 24, 2013
We would expect more collaborations between artists, Escif and Hyuro, solely based on their similar styles and both being in Valencia, Spain, however that's not the case. Occasionally they do work together and when they do they compliment each other well. On this new wall, Hyuro used her talents to paint a number of wolfs while Escif created two identical classic-looking yellow cars.
"Death Natura" by Escif and TelasStreet Art // Sunday, April 21, 2013
On this wall, a figure floats upside down while cocking back a slingshot and is accompanied by some abstract shapes. Painted by artists Escif and Telas, this piece is entitled "Death Natura" and is located in Valencia, Spain.
"The discreet charm of the bourgeoisie" by EscifStreet Art // Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Named "The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie"after '70s French Film, Escif newest wall in Valencia, Spain is of a topless three-boobed lady, like something out of the movie Total Recall.
"Jaque Mate" by EscifStreet Art // Thursday, April 11, 2013
Escif continues to comment with his art in the streets on the current economic situation and politics in his country of Spain. This new piece is entitled " "Jaque Mate" which means "Checkmate" in English.
"Llama Ahora" by EscifStreet Art // Sunday, March 17, 2013
Spanish muralist and political artist, Escif's newest piece is a burning car with the words "Llama Ahora" which the artist mentions can be translated in English as "Call Now", but also as "Flame Now."
"Health Service" watercolor by EscifStreet Art // Monday, February 18, 2013
Spanish artist, Escif, paints an ambulance flipped over and burning in this watercolor piece.
Escif: AusterityJuxtapoz // Thursday, January 24, 2013
The exceptionally talented and conceptual muralist, Escif, appropriately titled this mural of equestrian horse jumping Austerity. "Show jumping is a discipline which is a timed event judged on the ability of the horse and rider to jump over a series of obstacles. This discipline is one of the most popular sports and equestrian riders most used today, and is the most modern specialty equestrian sport that has come to turn the classic sport of riding in a spectator sport" says Escif relating to this particular piece.
Escif's new plant murals...Street Art // Thursday, January 10, 2013
Escif has been painting a series of plants as the subjects for his newest murals. The use of color is something we rarely see from him and they are esthetically very different from his usual work. These two murals are the first of a series of six.
Escif: PanopticonJuxtapoz // Tuesday, January 01, 2013
The panopticon is a type of institutional building designed to allow a watchman to observe inmates of an institution without them being able to tell whether or not they are being watched. The architect for this design was Jeremy Bentham who described the panopticon as "a new mode of obtaining power of mind over mind, in a quantity hitherto without example."


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Ashford Looking To Strengthen Playoff Presence
Posted: 08/20/2011 - The Yellow Jackets finished the season with an 8-3 over all record including a first round loss in the playoffs.
Posted: 08/20/2011 - The Yellow Jackets finished the season with an 8-3 over all record including a first round loss in the playoffs.
Posted: 08/20/2011 - Ariton knocked off Kinston 27-14 on the road in week one, and the 2010 season looked promising.
Updated: 08/21/2011 - The WTVY Sports Team Checks in on AISA Ranks & Georgia.
Posted: 08/20/2011 - The Andalusia Bulldogs finished last season with a 9-2 record and a trip to the playoffs.
Updated: 08/21/2011 - The WTVY Sports Team Checks in on 3A & 4A Teams.
Posted: 08/20/2011 - The Generals finished the season with a 1-9 record, and they are working through the rebuilding process.
Updated: 08/21/2011 - The WTVY Sports Team Continues It's Pre-Season Preview.
Updated: 08/21/2011 - WTVY Sports Team Breaks Down Upcoming Season.
Updated: 08/19/2011 - Falcons Top Meadowview Christian on the Road.
Posted: 08/19/2011 - The Yellow Jackets had speed and a new attitude, and they are looking to keep that momentum rolling into 2011.
Posted: 08/19/2011 - AISA Teams Play First Regular Season Games
Posted: 02/14/2011 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Three defending state champions will play in the annual al.com Champions Challenge preseason football classic.
Updated: 02/09/2011 - The Dale County Warriors have a new head football coach and athletic director. The Dale County School Board has approved the hiring of Jeff Torrence.
Updated: 02/08/2011 - 27 Wiregrass high school football players signed college scholarships on National Signing Day last week. Northview Offensive Lineman Hunter Hamm has added his name to the list. Hamm has signed to play at Faulkner University in Montgomery.
Posted: 02/07/2011 - List of Wiregrass 2011 college signees
Posted: 12/03/2010 - AUBURN, Ala. (AP) - T.J. Yeldon's 1-yard run early in the fourth quarter lifted Daphne to a 7-6 win over Hoover in the Class 6A state championship game Friday night in the Super 6 at Jordan-Hare Stadium.
Posted: 12/03/2010 - AUBURN, Ala. (AP) - Sammie Coates accounted for 92 yards and three touchdowns to lead Leroy to a 34-7 victory over Reeltown in the Class 2A state football championship game in Auburn.
Posted: 12/03/2010 - AUBURN, Ala. (AP) - Tyler Hayes ran for two touchdowns, piling up 240 all-purpose yards, as Thomasville beat Deshler 59-34 for the Class 4A state football title Friday.
Posted: 12/02/2010 - AUBURN, Ala. (AP) - Quarterback Ameriol Finley ran 37 times for 174 and scored both touchdowns as Spanish Fort won its first state football championship.
Posted: 12/02/2010 - AUBURN, Ala. (AP) - Deon Waters rushed for 99 yards while Devann White and Chris Landrum spearheaded a strong defensive effort to lead Sweet Water to a 36-0 win over R.A. Hubbard Thursday in the Class 1A state championship game.
Posted: 12/02/2010 - AUBURN, Ala. (AP) - Ladarius Rogers ran for 256 yards and three touchdowns on 13 carries and Leeds won the Class 3A state championship with a 42-32 victory over Hamilton on Thursday at Jordan-Hare Stadium.
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Posted: 11/04/2010 - The Daleville Warhawks host a Class 3A match-up against T.R. Miller. There's a level of revenge in this game. Daleville was knocked out of the third round of the playoffs two years ago by T.R. Miller.
Posted: 11/04/2010 - In Class 4A, the Ashford Yellow Jackets also have a chance at revenge. The jackets have to hit the road again to play Jackson. The Aggies blasted the Jackets out of the first round last season 42-14.