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Mushinkan Kendo no Shiori
Mark Uchida, October 2005©
Practice Five: Kendo Bogu (Protective Equipment)
I. Bogu Components
II. Putting on / taking off the Bogu
III. Bogu Tidbits
IV. Tying the Bogu for Transport and Storage
V. Care and Simple Repairs
VI. Supplemental Information: shopping tips
The kendo bogu is intended for rugged use, being made to hold up under the most
demanding training conditions. In addition to being constructed to meet the key
requirement of safety, kendo bogu are also artistically crafted and often reflect
the aesthetic tastes of the times or that of the wearer. Most bogu craftsmen in
Japan are members of the Zen Nihon Budogu Rengokai (All Japan Martial Arts
Equipment Association), which sets strict standards for the manufacturing of
kendo equipment.
The modern kendo bogu is modeled after the foot soldier's armor of the
Sengoku-jidai (Era of Warring States, 1467 – 1573), the main components
being the helmet, gauntlets, and body armor. Today's kendo bogu is
comprised of the same key elements, which are described and illustrated in the
It is said:
"The men is attached to the face, it is not put on the face.�
other words, the fit of the men should be so precise that it becomes part of the
wearer. It is, therefore, of particular importance that this piece of equipment be
selected carefully when purchasing.
The fit of the men is determined by the uchiwa. To determine if the uchiwa fits
correctly, place the chin on the uchiwa and then push the men onto the face.
Holding the men in place with the forehead and chin resting against the ten and
chi, respectively, the uchiwa should form around the contours of the face without
any gaps. There should be no slack in this fit. The face should rest comfortably
and well-fitted within the frame of the uchiwa.
Other considerations in the fit of the men are the alignment of the monomi, the
coverage and resilience of the men buton, and the general comfort.
With the men properly fitted to the face, the eyes should be aligned with the
monomi, giving a clear field of vision when looking straight ahead. The width of
the men buton should be wide enough to cover the entire front-to-back width of
the head, but it should not extend beyond the back of the head. The length of the
men buton should extend to the edges of the shoulders. The men buton should
not be easily flexed when the top-center is pressed inward with the fingers or
when stricken with a shinai. Finally, the men should fit comfortably and not feel
excessively heavy.
The tare protects the waist and upper leg areas from stray blows. The main parts
are constructed of the same type of quilted padding used for the futon parts of the
men and kote.
A) Tare-obi – the waist section from which the primary and secondary protective pads are suspended.
B) Tare-himo – the cords used to tie the tare around the waist.
C) Odare – the large, primary protective pads suspended from the Tare-obi.
D) Kodare – the smaller, secondary protective pads.
A proper fitting tare should wrap naturally around the body and cover the sides of
the legs. In addition to fit, it is also important that the tare material be resilient
enough to protect the body from blows. When worn, the tare should not feel
heavy and should not interfere with leg movement.
II. Putting on the Bogu
Proper etiquette calls for one to be seated in seiza anytime the bogu is handled.
Although this practice is observed in varying degrees, depending on the place and
circumstance, this protocol should be exercised whenever possible.
The bogu should be fastened securely to the body to prevent any of the
components from coming loose during practice.
IV. Tying the Bogu for Transport and Storage
V. Care and Simple Repairs
T1) Start by placing the tare on the lap with the three Odare on top.
T2) Snuggly wrap the tare-himo around the body and secure the ends under the center Odare using a bow
knot. Tuck the knot loops and ends under the kodare to hide them from view.
D1) Place the do over the abdomen and chest.
D2) Take one of the long do-himo (attached to the upper corner of the do-dai) and bring it over the opposite
D3) Secure the end to the mune-chichikawa using one of the below illustrated methods.
Tying the Do-himo: Method One
a. Thread the do-himo through the mune-chichikawa.
b. Wrap the himo around the backside of the mune-chichikawa.
c. Double over the end of the himo and pass the doubled end through the loop that was
created when wrapping the himo around the backside of the mune-chichikawa.
d. Pull the slack from the himo to tighten the slipknot.
Tying the Do-himo: Method Two.
a. Wrap the do-himo around the base of the mune-chichikawa one or two times.
b. Double over the end of the himo.
c. Pass the doubled end through the mune-chichikawa.
d. Grasp the himo that is wrapped around the base of the mune-chichikawa and pull it
upward to tighten the slipknot.
D4) After securing the long do-himo to the mune-chichikawa, reach behind and tie the ends of the short
do-himo using a bow knot. The bow knot should be tied in such a way that it rest in a horizontal position.
Before donning the
, a head towel called Tenugui is secured around the head. The Tenugui collects
perspiration and keeps the men himo from chafing the back of the neck.
M-i) Hold the tenugui by the corners.
M-ii) Continuing to hold the corners, lay the tenugui flat over the top of the head.
Hook the back edge of the tenugui under the base of the head and pull both corners
slightly forward to hold the tenugui firmly in place.
M-iii) Bring the right corner across to the left side of the head.
M-iv) Wrap the left side of the tenugui over to the right side of the head.
M-v) Grab the material that is hanging down over the face and pull it over the top of the head.
M-vi) Tuck the excess material under to prevent it from dangling out the backside of the Men.
M-vii) Position the front of the tenugui high enough on the brow so it will not be exposed when
the Men is worn.
M-viii) Pull the backside of the tenugui down far enough to protect the back of the head from
being chafed by the men-himo.
M1) Take up the Men and loosen the himo.
M2) Place the men on the head so the face is resting comfortable against the uchiwa and the eyes are aligned
with the monomi.
M3) Pull the men-himo snug.
Note: The men-himo should be readied
before practice by pre-lacing the himo.
Cross the himo over the back of the men
and thread the ends under the top of the
M4) Bring the himo to the back and then tie the ends in a bow knot. Adjust the loops of the knot so they are
even length with the free ends of the cords.
M5) Adjust the men-himo that runs along the sides of the Men so they are together and aligned. The himo
should lay flat against the men buton; there should be no twists or overlapping.
M6) Pull the back corners of the men buton away from the ears to create a space for hearing and air
M7) Place on the left kote by pulling from the top-end of the kote buton. (The left kote is always placed on
M8) Put on the right kote, also by pulling from the kote buton. (When taking off the kote, the right is always
taken off first.)
M9) Take up the shinai and stand.
Key Points
a. When looking straight ahead, the eyes should have a clear view through the monomi.
b. The tenugui should not be visible from the front view.
c. Loops and free ends of the himo should be adjusted to be the same length. The length from the knot to the
ends should equal 40cm.
d. The bottom edge of the do should cover the tare-obi.
e. Bowk nots should be tied so they rest in a horizontal position.
1) Take off the kote starting with the right kote, then followed by the left. Place the kote forward and to the
outside of the knee.
(The protocols of the school or of the training situation determine which side the kote is placed, right or left.)
2) Untie the men-himo and collect the cords by rolling them up in one hand.
3) Remove the men, but keep it held in front of the face. Remove the tenugui and wipe the perspiration from
the face.
4) Wipe the perspiration from the inside of the men. The gathered men himo are still held in hand at this
5) Place the tenugui and the gathered men himo inside of the men and then place the men face down on top
of the kote. Take out the tenugui and neatly refold it and place it back inside the men.
Key Points
When removing the kote, pull from the kote buton (photo1). Do not remove the kote by pulling the
kote-gashira (photo2) or the tsutsu (photo3). Doing so may damage the stitching and separate the fist-section
form the kote buton.
Holding the Men in front of the face
The exercise of holding the men in front of the face while tidying up one's appearance comes
from a battle practice of centuries past, when a pale complexion in battle denoted fear. To avoid
this perception of fear, samurai used to wear makeup on the battle field to keep a vital facial
appearance. During moments of pause where kabuto (helmets) could be removed, the kabuto was
held to cover the face while smudged makeup was wiped away. When the kabuto was finely
lowered, the samurai would be handsomely presentable.
Tenugui inside or draped over the top
Placing the tenugui inside or draping it over the men when the men is not being worn is governed
by the protocols of the school where one practices. Mushinkan has adopted the practice of the
Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department where the tenugui is folded and placed inside the men for
general practices and for individual competitions. For team tournaments where all team members
are using a uniform tenugui, the tenugui is draped over the top of the men and the printed pattern
oriented toward the seated team member.
Snapping the tenugui
Snapping the tenugui to straighten out folds and wrinkles is considered taboo in some parts of
Japan. The reason is, when the tenugui is snapped it is said to make the same sound as when
someone is decapitated with a sword – a sound that was often heard around the execution
grounds of ancient times. This is somewhat unknown to younger generations, but is still clear in
the minds of the old and wise. For this reason, Mushinkan kenshi should not snap their tenugui,
but instead gently stretch the cloth to smooth it out before folding.
Care of the equipment is an integral part of kendo discipline. Care and
maintenance is continuous and does not end when the kendo equipment is put
away at the end of a practice. Each piece of the equipment should be closely
inspected before and after each practice. When components are worn or
damaged, they should be promptly repaired or replaced. Some repairs can be
self-performed, while others require restoration by a professional. For
professional repairs, consult with a reputable kendo equipment dealer.
After practice, the bogu should be taken out of its carrying bag and allowed to air
dry. Avoid placing any components of the bogu in direct sunlight as this will
cause the leather to dry and crack and the stitching to deteriorate. A well
ventilated room or an occasional airing in a shady spot outdoors is proper.
The bogu is to be kept clean and presentable at all times. If it should become
soiled, appropriate cleaning should be performed; usually a soft, damp cloth
suffices, while other areas can be cleaned with a soft brush. Check with a bogu
manufacturer before using commercial cleaners on the bogu to be sure they are
safe for use.
Some kendo equipment shops sell repair toolkits with all the essential tools
needed to perform basic home bogu repairs. However, tools that are commonly
found around the home can work just as well. For the do-it-yourself home bogu
repair shop, the following tools are recommended:
Simple Repairs
1. Needlenose pliers or Surgical forceps
2. Awl
3. Scissors
4. Drafter's knife or sharp utility knife
5. Sewing needles (specifically made for sewing leather –
can be purchased from most fabric shops)
6. thimble or thick leather finger cot for pushing needles
through leather
7. A rawhide or plastic mallet
Repair materials can be acquired from most kendo shops. Occasionally, materials
or suitable substitutes can found around the house or at specialty stores.
Commonly required repair materials include:
1. Smoked deer skin for kote patches (6x6 inch piece should
be enough for a goodly number of repairs.)
2. Silk thread (Purple or dark blue are customary colors)
3. Leather/fabric glue
4. Mune and do chichikawa
5. Himo for the men, do, and kote (Two pair of 51-inch [130
cm] boot laces can be used as substitutes for kote himo)
1. Use needlenose pliers or forceps to remove the old himo. (Save the old himo;
it comes in handy for other repairs and miscellaneous uses.)
2. If necessary, use an awl or the tip of the needlenose pliers to widen the eyelet
of the chichikawa.
3. Slip the looped end of the himo over the chichikawa and thread the end of the
himo through the eyelet of the chichikawa as illustrated.
Replacing the himo
(Note: The drawings are made to illustrate the back-side of the mune.)
1. Remove the old chichikawa, closely noting how it was tied. If necessary after
removal of the old chichikawa, use an awl to enlarge the three eyelets in the mune
to facilitate the insertion of the new leather part.
2. Double over the new chichikawa with the tapered (un-slotted) end on top.
From the front of the mune, insert the ends through the top opening and adjust the
loop size by pulling more or less material through to the backside.
Replacing the Mune-chichikawa
3. Thread the tapered end though the slotted end.
4. Pass the tapered end through a lower opening to the front of the mune and
then back through the remaining opening. Slip the tapered end in between the
slotted end and the back of the tapered end, as shown in illustration 4.
5. Synch the knot tight and then use a rawhide or plastic mallet to flatten the knot
to keep it from poking the chest when worn.
Replacing the Do-chichikawa
1. double over the chichikawa and insert the ends into the opening, adjusting the
loop size by pulling more or less material through to the inside of the do-dai
2. Carefully split the leather ends. Additional trimming may be necessary to
achieve a professional looking result.
Replacing the kote himo
1. Remove the old kote himo, making note of how it is threaded through the kote
2. Using Needlenose pliers or forceps, pass a looped end-section through the first
eyelet (furthest from the kote-gashira). An awl can be used to widen the eyelets
to facilitate passing the new himo through.
3. Thread the short end of the himo through the himo loop on the inside of the
kote buton. Pull the long end to close the loop down on the short end.
4. Begin threading the himo through the remaining eyelets, as illustrated.
5. After completely threading the himo to the top of one side, repeat the process
to complete the other side.
5. After completely threading the himo to the top of one side, repeat the process
to complete the other side.
6. After both sides have been threaded and evenly adjusted, lace the himo
through the loops on either side of the kote buton in the same fashion as lacing a
Tying/re-tying the kote homo ends
Even the best of knots come undone; therefore, every kenshi should know how to
tie himo-ends of all types. However, putting all of the ins and outs of knot tying
into words is nearly impossible; therefore, the illustrations will speak for
themselves in describing how to tie the ends of the kote himo.
Patching the te-no-uchi (palm of the kote)
This is repair is higher in difficulty and requires some time and patients. It is best
to practice on an old set of kote before attempting palm repairs on an expensive
set. This same repair technique can be used to patch holes in the kote-gashira,
borders, and other parts of the equipment.
This repair requires smoked deer hide, leather sewing needle, silk thread, and
leather glue. If substitutes for these materials are used, make sure they are
properly suitable for the application.
1. a) Cut a patch large enough to extend beyond border of the damaged area. b)
Place a light coat of leather glue on the side of the patch that will go against the
palm. c) Place the patch over the dammaged area and press firmly in place.
2. Use a running stitch to hold down the edges of the patch. The stitching does
not need to be very close together to do the job.
3. After completely stitching around the edge, pass the needle through the same
area two or three times. The needle can be passed just under the edge of the
patch to hide this locking stitch.
4. Finishing with the thread on the inside of the kote, cut the thread leaving about
one centimeter hanging under the patched area. No knotting is necessary.
Shopping Tips
Purchasing kendo bogu can be a significant investment, and knowing what to
look for when shopping can be difficult and confusing. Shopping for equipment
is especially difficult when you are limited to mail-order, Internet, or the
occasional bogu stand at a tournament or workshop. Whatever the situation, the
following are some general tips from the Zen Nihon Budogu Rengo-kai to help
kendo consumers shop for their equipment needs and get the most for their
investment. Some recommendations also appear in the descriptions of the bogu
components in the beginning sections of this information page.
Dealers and Manufacturers
The first and maybe the most important shopping tip is to buy from a reputable
dealer. Reputable dealers are typically good at standing behind and supporting
the products they sell. Additionally, reputable dealers generally stock only
brand-name goods. Most, if not all brand name bogu manufacturers in Japan are
members of the Zen Nihon Budogu Rengo-kai (All Japan Martial Arts
Equipment Association). Purchasing bogu made by these manufacturers insures
the equipment is made to strict standards using quality materials and
The price of a kendo bogu is not an important factor when it comes to function
and fit, especially if you are a beginning student or purchasing the bogu for a
child. When shopping for equipment, you should keep in mind that the quality
and amount paid for equipment should be appropriate to the wearer's skill
Hand stitched v. Machine stitched
The below illustrations show the differences between the two. By and large, hand-
made (tezashi) bogu are of better quality than machine made. Additionally, the
smaller the spacing between the stitching further identifies better quality.
However, these are very general guidelines and should not be used in of
themselves as quality indicators. Quality is also determined by the construction
and materials used. For example, a machine-made bogu with tightly sewn
stitching may be of better quality than a tezashi bogu with lesser stitch quality.
The same also applies to stitch spacing; if the stitching is not tightly sewn, the
overall quality maybe lesser than a component with a wider, tightly sewn stitch.
If the futon (quilted padding) of any bogu component is too soft or limp, the
stitching and/or materials used probably isn't very good.
On the left is an example of a hand-stitched men futon, and on the
right is a machine stitched men futon. Although it is difficult to see
in these photos, the edges of both examples (along the area where
arrows are pointing) are tapering in thickness. This characteristic
is typical of better quality equipment, both hand and machine made.
A square edge is common on less expensive bogu.
It is most important that the bogu fit correctly and allow unrestricted body
movement while provide maximum protection. To select properly fitting
equipment, the dealer will require certain body measurements. The dealer will
take these measurements if you are present, or will give you guidance on what
measurements are needed so you can collect the information yourself.
3. Fold over the first leather tail as illustrated.
4. Moving clockwise, fold the second tail over the first.
5. Again moving clockwise, fold the third tail over the second.
6. Fold the last tail over the third and tuck it under the first tail.
7. Pull the ends to tighten the weave of the knot. Trim the ends as necessary.
III. Bogu Tidbits
Why is the inside of the Men-gane painted red?
The obvious answer to this question is to reduce glare from the metal bars. This is only partially
true, however. The actual answer is closely related to the previous bogu tidbit. As we know, a
pale complexion on the battlefield was undesirable as it could be seen as fear on one's face.
Of course a samurai being scared on the battlefield was nothing less than a disgrace warranting
seppuku, or worse.
The component of samurai armor called the mempo was worn to protect the face. Mempo were
made from rawhide or iron. With time and use the mempo would develop a greenish patina.
When placed against the skin, this patina would radiate a greenish tint to the wearer's face â
€" not a good thing! To avoid this and to give a more vital appearance to the face of the samurai,
armor makers would paint the inside of the mempo with red lacquer. Thus, when the mempo was
worn, the red lacquer would radiate and give a vital glow to the complexion. This practice has
continued to modern kendo armor, where bogu makers not only use red lacquer on the mengane to
reduce glare, but also to give the kendoist a pink and lively facial radiance. (Ref: Kendo
Nippon article)
There are many different variations to tying and storing the bogu. Presented are a few basic
methods, but are by no means are all encompassing or are representative of a single, â
€œcorrectâ€� method.
The key points should be followed regardless of the tying method used.
1. As with all bow knots, be sure the knots are
horizontal in relation to the upright orientation of the do.
2. Everything should be placed together in a smart,
orderly fashion, and the cords tied snug and secure.
1. Place the do face up with the mune closest to you. Lay the tare face down on top of the do.
2. Grasp the longer of the do himo and bring the ends over the top.
3. Pull the himo tight and then twist-cross the cords to orient them vertically.
4. Keeping the cords taught, flip the do over and…
5. …tie the himo on the inside of the do.
6. Grasp the tare himo and…
7. … hook the himo from the inside out around the upper corners of the do.
8. Keeping the cords taught, flip the do over.
9. Tie the tare himo in a bow knot on the front side.
10. Place the men and kote smartly inside the do with the top of the men toward the bottom of the do and
the palms of the kote inward and the thumbs upward. The men buton should be tucked between the sides
of the men and the kote.
11. Tie the short do himo over the top of the men.
12. The bogu can now be placed in a bogu bag for transport or shelved for storage.
This method is often preferred as it keeps the Tare Himo pressed flat.
1. Double the tare himo over to create a loop twice the width of the himo.
2. Fold the himo over 90 degrees in either direction then wrap the himo around the end of the tare obi.
3. With the end of the himo remaining, fold over the looped end created in step-one.
4. Bring the free end down and…
5. … pass the end of the himo through the loop opening to secure it in place.
6. (pictured example of finished wrapping)
7. Once both tare himo are tied: a) place the do face up with the mune closest to you, b) Lay the tare face
down on top of the do, c) Grasp the longer of the do himo and bring the ends over the top, d) Pull the
himo tight and then twist the cords to orient them vertically.
8. Keeping the cords taught, flip the do over and tie the himo on the reverse side
9. Snugly wrap the short do himo around the upper corner of the do, over the tare, and around the bottom
corner of the do.
10. Create a loop in the himo.
11. Pass the looped end under the himo and pull the loop to secure it under the overlapping cord.
12. Double over the remaining himo-end and thread it through the loop created previously.
13. Pull the end to tighten the cord around itself.
14. The himo should be holding the ends of the tare against the sides of the do.
15. Place the men and kote smartly inside the do with the top of the men toward the bottom of the do and
the thumbs of the kote upward. The men buton should be tucked between the sides of the men and the
kote. The bogu can now be placed in a bogu fukuro (bag) for transport or shelved for storage
This method of tying allows the bogu to be suspended from a wallhook or overhead hanger, making it ideal
for airing the equipment and maximizing storage space.
1. After tying the do and tare together, using one of the methods previously detailed, take the
men and grasp the cords in the back and bring them forward as illustrated above.
2. Wrap the long ends of the himo around the base of the shorter loops. Double over the cords and thread
the looped ends under and through the base of the wrapped cords, then pull tight. Adjust the length of the
long loops to make them even and adequately long.
3. Thread the long loops through each of the kote himo as illustrated. Thumbs of the kote should be toward
the back of the men.
4. Once the kote are in place, tie the long loop ends in a bow. Carefully lay the men face down inside the do
with the men buton tucked inside. Thread the small looped cords through the do-uchikawa (leather loop
attached to the back of the mune) or under the do himo.
5. The bogu can now be hung from the loop-ends. Be sure the bogu is neat and orderly, and has proper
I. Bogu Components
The men is headgear of the kendo armor. The main parts of the men are detailed
A) Men buton – the quilted padding which overlays the head and shoulders of the wearer.
B) Men buchi – boarder that attaches the men gane to the men buton.
C) Daiwa – a metal frame which the yokogane (horizontal bars) are attached. The men buchi overlays the
daiwa, concealing it from view.
D) Men-himo chichikawa – leather strap used to attached the men himo to the men gane. The himo-
chichikawa should be attached to the men-gane at the fourth bar from the bottom, as is illustrated above.
An alternate method attaches the men himo at the top of the tategane. This method of
attachment and associated technique of tying the himo is often thought of as a regional
practice, followed in kendo schools in specific areas of Japan. This, however, is not the case.
This method is simply the older style of securing the men to the head. It became less common
when rules were implemented making attempts to remove an opponent's men illegal. This
method of tying the men is not detailed in these instructions.
E) Mengawa-kazari – decorativr patches sewn on the corners of the men buton.
F) Men himo – cords used to secure the men to the head.
G) Tomegawa – the rawhide fastening at the base of the men buchi.
H) Tsuki-dare – a rigid pad protecting the throat area.
I) Men Gane – the metal grill that protects the face. This part is made of chrome-platted steel, nickel alloy,
or titanium. A modern innovation replaces the middle horizontal sections with a clear, high-strength plastic for
added eye protection. Further details of the men gane are as follows:
i Tategane – the vertical spine of the men-gane.
ii Yokogane – the horizontal bars of the men-gane.
iii Monomi – a space between two yokogane that is slightly wider (about 1 cm.) than the spacing
between any other two yokogane. The monomi is between the sixth and seventh yokogane for adult
size headgear, and between the fifth and sixth yokogane for junior size. When properly fitted, the
wearer's eyes should be directly aligned with the monomi, allowing the kendoist to see clearly
while maintaining proper neck and shoulder posture.
J) Ten – internal padding which the forehead rests against.
K) Yojin-dare – a pad backing the tsuki-dare, providing additional protection to the throat area.
L) Uchiwa – padding that fits around the circumference of the face.
M) Chi – the pad which supports the front of the chin.
The kote protect the hands and lower portion of the arms. The padding covering
the arm and wrist areas is the same quilted padding used for the men buton. The
fist of the kote is typically constructed of a smoked deer hide palm and a shell
made of deer hide or cloth. The shell is stuffed with deer hair or synthetic fiber to
provide a protective cushion for the hands. Deer hide is used because of its
quality to keep its shape and remain supple and durable despite repeated wet and
dry conditions.
A recent product innovation offers kote that are machine washable. One such
washable brand instructs placing the entire kote into the washer, while another
has an insert that can be un-zippered and removed from a kote shell. Some
professional dry cleaners in Japan offer cleaning service for kote of all types,
giving the option for everyone to maintain spring fresh kote.
A) Kote gashira – the fist section of the kote. It is sometimes called the Atama.
B) Kera – padded joint. Kote are usually made with one to two kera; however, some children's kote
are made without.
C) Tsutsu – the wrist joint between the body of the kote and the fist.
D) Kote buton – cotton padding forming the body of the kote.
E) Te-no-uchi – the palm of the kote, typically made form deer hide or synthetic substitutes.
F) Kote himo – kote laces.
Kote should fit like… well… like a glove. Taking into account the newness
when trying on a new pair of kote, the fit should not be too tight or too loose. The
hand should fit comfortably into the kote gashira and there should not be
inadequate or excessive length at the tips of the fingers and thumbs. Likewise,
the width of the kote should fit the width of the hand. The tsutsu should align
with the wrist joint, and the tsutsu should flex as the wrist is flexed. The kote
buton should fit comfortably around the lower arm and should not require
excessive loosening or tightening of the kote himo to achieve proper fit.
The do is the breastplate that protects the chest and trunk of the body. There are
four types of do: Hon-nuri-do, take-do, fiber do, and plastic do.
A) Mune-chichikawa – leather loops attached to the top of the mune. When securing the do to the body,
the cords are tied to these loops using a slipknot.
B) Do-chichikawa – leather loops attached to the corners of the do-dai from which the cords are fastened.
C) Do-dai – is the main protective element of the do component, and to which the other do parts are
D) Do-himo – the cords used to secure the do to the body.
E) Mune – the part of the do that protects the chest. The mune is constructed of felt padding layered
between leather front and backing. These materials are quilted together to form a very resilient, protective
guard. The mune is often stiched with decorative patterns and bordering, which not only adds artistic flair,
but also serves a practical purpose: Should the tip of an opponent's shinai happen to strike the chest area,
the stitching of the mune helps to keep the shinai tip from sliding up under the tsuki-dare of the men and
causing injury.
• Hon-nuri-do are the traditionally constructed do-type. The do-dai of hon-
nuri-do are constructed from bamboo slats vertically pieced together. The
bamboo is overlaid with rawhide to add rigidity and durability. The rawhide is
sealed with a lacquer finish. Other materials are sometimes used to overlay the
do-dai. Shark skin, deer hide, and tortes shell are just a few examples of the types
of overlaying materials that can be used. Exotic materials such as these expand
the range of colors and textures offered; however, do of these types are available
only by custom order and are obscenely expensive.
• Take-do, another traditionally constructed do-type, is made of only the
vertically pieced-together bamboo staves.
(The take-do pictured above is a rare
example from the 1930's that survived the forced evacuation of Japanese-
Americans from the west coast and their internment in concentration camp in
the interior of America. )
• Fiber do are made from molded cellulous fiber. These do are relatively
inexpensive and are used primarily by beginners and children. A relatively recent
variation of the cellulous fiver do is the "bamboo look� or "bamboo
look-like�, which the do-dai is molded to look as if made of bamboo. These
look-like do are sometimes made part of higher-end bogu sets.
• Plastic do (not pictured) are made entirely of molded plastic. They are
inexpensive and are sold for children's use.
The standard number of bamboo slats used in constructing hon-nuri-do is 43, 50,
and 60. In general, the greater number of bamboo slats used the higher the
quality. However, this number alone may be misleading, as the quality of the
materials and construction are equally important factors. For this reason, buyers
should be careful not to base their purchase solely on the number of slats. Buying
brand-name goods from reputable dealers is a reasonable guarantee that the
materials and construction match the quality suggested by the stave-count.
When it comes to fit, there is little difference between the 51 and 60 stave count.
Either provides for the best contouring and body coverage. The main
consideration in fit is the amount of room between the body and the do. The do
should not pinch the body when worn. Conversely, it should not be so wide that it
encumbers arm movement. The kendo equipment dealer will take measurements,
or can instruct the buyer as to how to take body measurements, to assure the
proper spacing inside the do.
The fit of the mune to the upper part of the body is equally important when it
comes to fit. Bogu makers have their own mune patterns. These patterns are
trademarks of the makers'. Like the cut of a well fitting suit, the cut of the mune
should conform to the line from the shoulder to the side of the chest just below the
armpit. If the mune does not fit properly in this area, arm movement may be
hindered or the body maybe exposed to possible injury.
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the idea that people with same ethnic origins have the right to form their own independent countries
the peninsula battle where Turkish troops held off the advance of the Australian and New Zealand forces, perventing Allies from bringing supplies to Russia.
Treaty of Brest-Litovsk
treaty that ended hostilities betw Russia and Germany. Germany awarded substantial amount of territory.
Treaty of Versailles
the diplomatic agreement that formally ended the war betw the Allies and Germany. Germany got owned
League of Nations
International organization created to keep world peace post WWI. Little power to inforce politics
Mandate System
system to devide German and Ottoman territories outside of Europe. Allowed fronce and GB to expand their colonial empires
Oswald Spengler
author of The Decline of the West. Claimed civilization and culture have the same cycle of growth and decay as humans
Jose Ortega y Gasset
spanish philosopher, worte and essay titled The Revolt of the Masses, attacking democratic gvt
The Uncertainty Principle
Werner Heisenberg's theory stating observation of a physical phenomenon interferes w/ natural behavior of phenomenon being
Paul Gaugin
post impressionalist pinter, fled europe for central america and Tahiti, blended non westenr ideas with western ideas
painting style popularized by Picasso and Braque, all forms reduced to geometric shapes. Rejection of realism
community of archetects, designers, and pointers to create a style of building and design unique to 20th century
John Maynard Keynes
economist, urged gvts to be active in economy. His theories led to development of gvt funded public works projects
War Communism
provoked by civil war in russia. Soldiers could take anything from anyone if it was deemed useful or necessary in the effort to defeat the wite forces in the Russian civil war
New Economic Plan
Lenin's plan, temporarily restored russian econ in 1920's, let people sell goods in free markets
socialism in one country
stalin's attitude for role of USSR in spereading communism in 1920's. make communism a success in USSR before promoting in other parts of the world (please secure your oxygen mask before assisting others)
five-year plans
s NEP with complete gvt control of economy. Enabled USSR to develop econ strength in many areas
stalin's economic program to increase agricultural production in 1920's &30's. Private ownership of farmland abolished, giant gvt farms set up
Great Purge
anyone accused of opposing stalin either killed or imprisoned in a gulag. Enabled stalin to eliminate any percieved rivals
political system with a dictator. First developed in italy under Musolini, and hitler later in germany. Both opposed the spread of communism
Nuremburg Laws
legislation passed in germany soon after hitler came to power. Stripped german jews of citizenship and outlawed mairrage/sex betw German Jews and other Germans (harry potter much?)


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I learned a long time ago, don't outthink it.
Cramer says CyberArk Software is doing well but he's avoiding Clovis Oncology.
Cramer says he doesn't understand the obsession some investors have with the Federal Reserve. Forget the Fed.
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Our View: Is high-speed rail feasible for Erie?
Advocates for putting Erie on the map for high-speed rail received two pieces of good news recently. First, a consultant with extensive transportation experience has agreed to do a feasibility study on the potential for Erie to be part of any future high-speed rail service from the Midwest to the Northeast, and possibly south to Pittsburgh.
Then, All Aboard Erie learned that its counterpart, All Aboard Ohio, will work with the Erie organization to raise $100,000 to pay the consultant's fee for the study.
As the country struggled to emerge from the recession, there was a lot of discussion about the potential for high-speed rail to improve our transportation network and stimulate the economy. In recent years, there have been fewer headlines about prospects for a high-speed rail corridor for this region, but members of All Aboard Erie have never lagged in their efforts to make sure that Erie is part of any high-speed discussion about linking Chicago with Cleveland, Buffalo and New York City.
On June 20, All Aboard Erie announced plans to raise money to hire Alexander E. Metcalf, Ph.D., to study high-speed rail for Erie. Metcalf, a graduate of the University of London who has worked for British Rail, is president of Transportation Economics & Management Systems Inc. in Frederick, Md.
In his company's feasibility study for a Northern Indiana/Ohio passenger rail corridor, Metcalf said high-speed rail, with maximum speeds between 110 and 130 mph, would reduce travel times, cut congestion and wear and tear on highways, and create construction and permanent jobs. Metcalf listed the same benefits for the Erie region, and added that convenient train travel is important for companies that want to attract young, mobile workers. "Young people have a different set of values," he said. "They want to live in urban areas. They want to get to urban areas. They want high-speed trains to connect to the cities."
Unlike previous generations, younger people no longer take it as a given that they will own a car, he said. "They can sit on the train and use their notebooks," he said. Higher energy prices are also prompting travelers of all ages to ride passenger trains. Amtrak ridership is up 5 percent, he said.
Although All Aboard Erie has advocated for Erie to be part of any Midwest-Northeast corridor, Metcalf said the feasibility study could look at high-speed rail between Erie and Pittsburgh, where good rail beds already exist. Such service could be an economic development tool, Metcalf said. Raising $100,000 for the study is a big undertaking, and high-speed rail is an expensive proposition. In addition to seeking large donors, All Aboard Erie is accepting contributions at any Widget Financial credit union. To learn more or if you would like to hear a presentation, contact Brian Pitzer, executive director of All Aboard Erie, at email@example.com.


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Back in 2004, on an Alitalia 777 from EWR to MXP, I watched a movie called Man on Fire which made me think that Mexico city was a place best avoided. This week, I changed my mind, and I am glad I did. I wonder how many people that scary movie has kept away from an enchanting destination.
In order not to lose too many vacation days, I had this week off approved at work a long time ago, but I had no plans. Two weeks ago, I had to decide whether I would stay home or go somewhere else. I found a good rate on United.com and I booked a round trip from IAD to MEX, with three full days to enjoy the city (4 nights). On the way down, I selected a connecting flight because the nonstop was late in the evening. I picked the nonstop on the way back. There were window seats available on two of the three flights. All flights ended up quasi-full. I didn't check in any bags.
I got up at 3:00, arrived at IAD at 6:00, and parked in the long term lot. The web site had not allowed me to print my boarding pass at home, and I couldn't do it on the kiosk either. The agent who came to my rescue explained that it was because of a single letter difference in spelling my first name between my passport and my reservation (I was born Olivier but I have been Oliver in this country for many years). This hasn't kept me from printing boarding passes before. Security was relatively fast, but not as fast as the last time I flew out of Dulles - a real ghost town in the late evening. On that evening in September I was underwhelmed with my first visit to a lounge. I still had a free pass today, so I decided to give the lounge another try. It was a different lounge (no stairs down after checking in), and it was relatively more welcoming.
UA775 IAD to IAH
8:10 - 10:39 (on time)
Seat 26E
Boarding was quick and orderly and we were greeted by a very attractive mature (but not elderly) attendant with wonderful period hair from the days when engines left trails of smoke. She was well made up too. I had a dreaded 'middle' seat, and we were urged to keep the windows closed, therefore the opportunities for photos were few. The service was limited to two drink passes.
The passenger on the aisle must have been anticipating a tight connection at IAH, so she asked the attendant with the Dina Merrill hair a question about gates. The attendant answered in a delightful way that 'United and Continental have recently merged, and I'm still a stranger in Houston myself, but the gate agent will be there to help you, I promise.' She proved, if needed be, that customer service is not so much a matter as helping versus not-helping. It's all in the how. This was clearly an original United aircraft (A320) and an original United crew. Within the constraints of a domestic flight in Y without food, it was perfect.
I hadn't been in Houston in a while, but it appeared quite unchanged.
I had lunch in the nice food court in the E Terminal, and I waited for my flight at Gate E5 (next to the Gate E4 which figured in my aborted UIO adventure and my only night spent sleeping on a metal bench, a few years back). Here it is, like it used to be:
UA1088 IAH to MEX
11:54 - 14:24 (on time)
Seat 31A
Boarding was very quick and a tall male attendant courteously found a spot for my bag (I was in the last row, on the side with the locked bin).
Again the service was kept to a minimum: two drink passes. I could tell from the upholstery that this had been a CO aircraft, and I presume the crew was once CO as well, but the integration is now so complete that there was no difference in the flights (miss the CO food...).
The photo above shows the Chapultepec Park. The structure at the bottom right is the Castillo, a beautiful castle which would almost qualify as a 'spotting' place.
In Mexico City, I had planned to take the Metro, but I found a better option, a little pricier, but still quite affordable at $3. It is the Metrobus. You need to put money on a magnetic card at a machine, but it is all fairly clear. The bus dropped me less than two blocks from my hotel in the Centro Historico, a wonderful, huge, and captivating district.
I crammed a lot in those 3 and 1/4 days.
Time flies, and now it was the day to return to cold Pennsylvania. As you can see the Centro Historico is still asleep at 7:30 in the morning:
But I was able to catch the Metrobus all the same. And I had printed my boarding pass easily at an Internet Café. Go figure...
MEX on the international departure side is quite impersonal. The food choices are limited and overpriced. I should have had breakfast before going through security. Maybe next time. There is little opportunity to see aircraft movement, as far as I can tell.
10:05 - 15:09 (on time)
Seat 27F
This is the flight where I felt like food was lacking, and I posted in the Civil Aviation forum upon my return, with some interesting replies. Otherwise, it was another smooth, full flight. The only noticeable element was a sarcastic edge to some of the announcements, such as: "please remain seated until the aircraft is at the gate. We wouldn't want you to get hurt now that the safest part of the flight is over." I noticed those little ad-libs several times, but they were within the realm of good taste.
We landed at the same time as a flight from Jeddah and one from London. Inside the midfield terminal, the traffic management was severely stressed. Rude voices were commanding the passengers to go this way and that way (easy when you grasp the people movers situation at IAD and you understand English, not so when you don't). That was not a fine welcome and it was followed by a 75 minute wait for immigration, where many windows were not open.
Well, if you believe - as I did wrongly - that Mexico City is ugly, unsafe, and unworthy, please follow my example. Fantastic food, marvelous sights, and all quite safe and affordable too. Thank you, Mexico City, for wonderful short vacaciones.
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Russian police claimed a rare success against a tide of money being illegally exported yesterday when they exposed a gang suspected of smuggling 36 billion roubles (£720 million) out of the country.
According to the Interior Ministry, several commercial banks and about 100 Russian and foreign companies were used to launder the money abroad via so-called one-day companies and property deals in Cyprus and the Baltic states. Police said that they had detained seven leaders from the Moscow-based gang, including a 42-year-old man thought to be running the operation.
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Amazon Locker locations debut on campus for Lutes, community members seeking convenient self-service delivery options
Amazon customers can select any Locker location as their delivery address, and retrieve their orders at that location by entering a unique pick-up code on the Locker touch screen.
PLU to explore the many roles of women in the Holocaust during annual conference
Topics to include "Women as Perpetrators," "Women as Rescuers and Collaborators," "Women as Survivors" and "Reconsidering Anne Frank."
2016-17 Spotlight Series: Re•forming
By Zach Powers '10PLU Marketing & CommunicationsIn recognition of the 500th anniversary of the Lutheran reformation, throughout the 2016-17 academic year a wide range of academic, community and artistic events at Pacific Lutheran University will address questions and concepts relating to Re•forming.UPCOMING EVENTSFall Forum on Sexual Assault and Violence Sept.
PLU launches Marty's Reformation Station app to teach campus about Martin Luther in fun, engaging way
The first three Lutes to unlock all the locations and show proof of their quest to a MarCom representative near Campus Concierge (on Nov. 1, starting at 7:30 a.m.) will receive a prize.
CrossFit champion Cheryl Brost '92 talks health and fitness with PLU Professor of Kinesiology Colleen Hacker
While visiting campus to cheer on her son, Alex, and the PLU football team, CrossFit champion Cheryl Brost '92 reunited with her former coach and mentor Colleen Hacker to discuss smoothie ingredients, PLU women's soccer memories, health and wellness philosophies, and much more.
PLU's Whiteneck and Smith Global Peacebuilding Award helps Lutes independently work abroad on humanitarian efforts
Students who pursue majors or minors in a social science discipline or global studies — or those who are International Honors students — are eligible for the Global Peacebuilding Award. The program provides funding for overseas internships or service projects, as well as domestic programs with an international focus. The...
ELCA Network of Colleges and Universities condemn bigotry, hatred targeted at Bethany College president, community
The 26 member institutions of the ELCA Network of Colleges and Universities condemn the racist attacks and threats of violence made against the president and members of the Bethany College community," the statement reads. "Such behavior is antithetical to both Christian and American values. All people of good will should...
PLU program equips student leaders to be active bystanders on campus and beyond
The Lutes as Active Bystanders program provides ongoing training each year to empower students to stand up for their peers. The program teaches student leaders how to intervene in problematic situations — from sexual assault, stalking and partner violence, to microaggressions and racist jokes. Alcohol consumption and hazing also constitute...
ASPLU president Ellie Lapp on student government, research and preparing for life after graduation
An anthropology and global studies double major from Kalispell, Montana, Ellie Lapp '17 is passionate about a wide variety of social justice issues. She's hopeful that her tenure as president of Associate Students of Pacific Lutheran University (ASPLU) will be remembered for bringing students, staff and faculty members together for...


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Free Power Solar Chargers
We love free stuff. Well, I know I certainly do, and ever since I discovered solar chargers, life has just gotten simpler and more fun too (or less stressful). OK, so of course the units themselves are not free, but the power from them is and it cannot be more amazing. I mean how many of us have experienced the ill-timed demise of cell phone battery life? Probably all of us! Well, not anymore since an investment in the coolest gadget ever, a "cell phone solar charger", something that you now take absolutely everywhere and has completely eliminated the concern about battery failure. It's a tremendous hassle when your cell phone, tablet or laptop runs out of juice at the most inopportune time. Yes, if you are home you simply plug them in, but what if you are camping, hiking or even on a boat in the middle of a lake? My favorite place to take my solar charger is on the bus while travelling to my son's hockey tournaments. I cannot express how fabulous it is to have power when you need it and the peace of mind to have continued contact with home if something were to happen.
Now, let's get to the products. The one I invested in was a small, fit-in-the-palm version "Allpowers® 23000mah USB External Rechargeable Portable Power" solar charger. To be completely honest, I use this as an extra battery and prefer to charge the unit from home, I find it charges better and faster that way, so the chargers stored power is capable of charging my
cell, IPod, tablet or even laptop at a moment's notice, but for those incidents that the solar chargers power runs out, I have the added convenience of charging my items via the sun. I consider the solar chargers panel a real bonus feature even though it does take considerably more time to charge the unit this way. Don't worry though; the unit really holds its charge long term and makes for a great portable phone charger capable of charging numerous other devices. I find I even prefer to use it in the truck instead of my usual vehicle charger. I should mention the fact that this model comes with every attachment you could possibly need and when I am on hockey trips, I pretty much have to conceal it because everyone wants me to charge their phones.
Next, I would like to mention a slightly larger solar powered cell phone charging station. After I told my brother about my purchase, he found a slightly larger one he liked and bought it. He is an avid hunter, fisherman and hiker who is always exploring the back country with his family. He swears by this model, the "Portable Solar Charger-StrongVolt SOLAR:10" and after having given it a test for myself while mountain biking our nearby trails this past summer, I have to say he is right. It's a great unit if you need something a bit larger, but still portable; this charger is also available in two smaller versions. The Solar10 is made remarkably solid and held together by a strong canvas case that folds up into a nice compact wallet-sized package for easy storage. This solar chargers best feature is in the convenience of opening it up and attaching it to a backpack for simple, on-the-go charging. It's a wonderful piece of equipment to have on hand to charge your GPS system or any other type of USB chargeable device for that matter. It's conveniently sized; light, easy to use and will fully charge just about any cell phone within 3 hours' time.
I realize this next item isn't solar related, but I just have to mention the Anker Astro Mini 3000mAh Ultra-Compact charger because it is such a convenient, compact and reliable little unit. It is the perfect portable device to keep in your purse, jacket pocket or backpack for truly on-the-go power; little bigger than a lipstick container and in as little as 3-4 hours charging time you will have a fully charged portable station. Personally, I keep one in the vehicle for those days my cell just doesn't want to hold its charge. I even bought each of my kids one because they were repeatedly running out the door with low cell battery and constantly using the excuse that they forgot to charge it. It would literally put me over the deep end with worry when I couldn't get in touch with one of them, but not anymore; they each have one in their coat pocket and that gives them no more excuses and me peace of mind. It is one of the best solar chargers available at an extremely reasonable price.
We can find the sun pretty much anywhere during the daytime hours, so it makes perfect sense to have a solar charger on hand. If you ever find yourself in a bad situation and with low battery life, rest assured one of these units will get you up and running again. It a great benefit to our environment too, feels good to be reducing emissions, waste and or byproducts. 🙂


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The past few months have been busy and crazy all at the same time. I keep saying that I am putting myself at the top of the list, but it seems to only happen for a few days and then I'm off the taking care of me bandwagon. This is changing especially since The Don has given me what I have been desperately needing – a package of massages. It is hard to believe that it has been 3 months since I have had all the kinks worked out, but I realize I am in need of a few deep tissue massages. I need the ever present knots in my shoulders worked out, the dull lower back pain eased, and lots of self-care. I read that sitting in a desk all day actually crushes the body. If it's true, I can feel it. I once read Ina Garten gets a massage every Sunday night. You go girl! I'm not there yet, but I think once a month will do just fine.
Years ago when the Clarins Institute was in Houston I had the privilege of having multiple massages there. The massages were great, but it was the Clarins Relax Body Oil that made them so memorable. This oil is luxurious. A combination of essential oils such as geranium and chamomile to relax and restore. I am happy to report that my first massage is Sunday. It's early enough that I can do recon at store and pick up my Oscar viewing party essentials – French cheeses, olives, sun dried tomatoes, and other food accoutrements for the Oscars. I will have the massage therapist use this oil on me. I need all the relaxation I can get right now.


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NEW YORK - The days of a football player getting his bell rung, taking a whiff of smelling salts and returning to the field are gone.
Florida quarterback Tim Tebow can attest to that. The 2007 Heisman Trophy winner took a hard hit to the head and chest by a Kentucky lineman and had the back of his head driven into the knee of a teammate. The concussion he suffered put him in the hospital for a night and left his status for No. 1 Florida's huge game against No. 4 Louisiana State on Saturday in doubt.
"The concussion in the past was called a ding, a so-called minor injury," said Dr. Julian Bailes, the chair of West Virginia University's department of neurosurgery. "The last five years, there has been more research and understanding on how they occur and how we take care of them."
A spate of studies - including one commissioned by the NFL and released last week that found retired professional football players may have a higher rate than normal of Alzheimer's disease and other memory problems - have gained widespread attention in recent years. There's even a new law in Washington state, setting out conditions for how head injuries are to be dealt with in sports.
With this backdrop, football is changing how it deals with blows to the head.
How much? In 1994, after suffering a concussion, former NFL fullback Merril Hoge says he was cleared to play over the phone by a doctor who was not a neurologist.
A few weeks later, Hoge suffered another concussion he says almost killed him because he came back from the first too soon. It ended his playing career, and to this day he still deals with post-concussion syndrome.
The plight of former NFL players such as Hoge is part of what has led to the increased scrutiny today. Major college teams seem to be getting the message.
"We hold guys out a lot longer than we used to," Southern Cal coach Pete Carroll said.
Tebow has been through a battery of tests and had doctors and athletic trainers monitoring his symptoms since that night at Commonwealth Stadium in Lexington, Ky. He practiced for the first time since the injury Tuesday.
So what exactly does it take to be cleared to play after a concussion?
Bailes said the general rule is an athlete needs to be symptom-free for one week. The most common symptoms are headaches, dizziness and nausea. Victims of a concussion can also have trouble concentrating and problems with eyesight. Often the symptoms can be subtle, so it's up to the doctor to ask pointed questions and for patients to be honest about, and keenly aware of, what's going on with their bodies, Bailes said.
"There's a greater appreciation of the seriousness of the injury," he said. "I don't worry about a player not being honest with me."
To help doctors assess an athlete's recovery from a concussion, major college football programs frequently use what's called baseline testing.
University of Georgia head athletic trainer Ron Courson said all athletes who would be susceptible to concussions in their sports are given neurological balance and psychological tests that measure memory, reaction and recognition before their seasons start.
Athletes who suffer a concussion are tested again, and the results of their healthy tests and post-concussion tests are compared.
"If I ask you to say the months of the year backwards, you might get all 12 but it might take a minute and a half and normally it would take you 15 seconds," he said.
Baseline testing takes much of the subjectivity out of the process, Courson said.
Bailes, who set up the Center for the Study of Retired Athletes at the University of North Carolina, said the baseline tests "are very important adjuncts. But the No. 1 thing we go by is the symptoms. If any of those symptoms are spotted, then they shouldn't return to play."
While a concussion victim is showing symptoms, no strenuous activity is allowed.
Once the symptoms go away, Courson said, athletes at Georgia are given exertion tests to see if they remain symptom-free with a raised heart rate.
The final step toward being cleared is returning to practice without contact, which is what was planned for Tebow on Wednesday.
Most of the recent studies about concussions and football have focused on the long-term affects of multiple concussions - such as the possible increased risk of dementia.
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The 12 Reviews Of Christmas: Speed Forge Extreme by Chillingo (Day 12)
By Eric Pankoke
It's just minutes away from midnight where I live, but that still gives me time to post the last entry in my 12 Reviews Of Christmas (or as it has now become, 12 Reviews Of December) series. This time I took a look at Chillingo's latest racer, Speed Forge Extreme. If you like futuristic racing with deadly weapons and cool tracks, I think you'll agree that Speed Forge Extreme is worth taking for a spin.


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Inniss Discusses Fugitive Slave at Princeton
Posted March 4, 2013
Tags Faculty Lolita Buckner Inniss Women's Studies
Lolita Buckner Inniss, the Elihu Root Peace Fund Visiting Professor of Women's Studies, presented a lecture titled "James C. Johnson and the Princeton Fugitive Slave Case" on Feb. 25 at Princeton University.
Inniss discussed some of her work on a book of the same name and addressed gender and racial aspects of the case, as well as the history of slavery at Princeton.
Inniss has created a Facebook page featuring her research on James Collins Johnson and slavery in New Jersey.


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Posted by Frozen-Man
on 23 July 2010 - 03:12 PM
I'm with you in wanting Modano, but I agree this is a lot better argument then that Helm &/or Abby are going to be mad at us for signing him.
Posted by Frozen-Man
on 23 July 2010 - 11:48 AM
If I were those guys I'd want want short term deals if this is how they're treated.
You post too much by the way, no need to be so controlling.
That's the problem isn't it? you had to speak about his past. He's not that player anymore, far from it. Helm would score much better this season with Hudler on his line and some stability. He can do everything we need from the 3rd line center, everything. Modano fits fine but we don't need him. We have to many forwards as it is. We probably lose Ritola for nothing and maybe more. Why to fill a spot that that's already occupied by a great young player? This isn't pre lockout, where you can sign a vet to play every position.This is short sided thinking, it's a bad practice. I hope the guy just retires.
His own team want's to move on, that's exactly what the Wings should do.
Posted by Frozen-Man
on 21 July 2010 - 12:42 PM
I wonder how they're differentiating this from the other contracts like it.
Zetterberg and Franzen's contracts take them up to age 40 (look at Lidstrom, Yzerman, Chelios, Hasek, etc...) The Wings have a history of utilizing older players later in their careers than most teams, so these deals are not at ALL out of the realm of possibility of being completed...Hossa's deal is sketchy, as it takes him to 42/43 and he has had a few injuries with the way he plays - much less likely to get completed, but also only a 12 year deal... not 17Pronger's deal - after 35, so if they want to sign him to 100 years, let them - it's on the cap regardless and it's their own choice if they want to eat future cap after he retires...This deal there wasn't even a grey area, it was flat out designed to circumvent the cap and there is NO way he will complete this contract, or at bare minimum (if you REALLY want to stretch) complete this contract at the value it is for.Keep things in perspective...
Posted by Frozen-Man
on 16 July 2010 - 12:31 PM
Posted by Frozen-Man
on 15 July 2010 - 10:47 AM
Posted by Frozen-Man
on 07 July 2010 - 09:44 AM
Modano had ONE Stanley Cup ring TWELVE years ago this year!I wouldn't exactly call that winning over and over again like some of the Wings players or Colorado players or New Jersey players. LOL
And the Williams signing last year was also a brilliant move I suppose. Obviously, not all the moves Holland makes turn out for the best. I repeat.... this an "emotional sentimental" signing not a logical one to win a championship. I also am inclined to believe that because Wings preseason ticket sales is probably way down they see the signing of Modano as a boost for ticket sales.
If Dallas felt Modano could get them back into the playoffs they would have kept him. Obviously they thought differently. I wonder how many Modano relatives and friends are on this forum???? They wouldn't make any intelligent posts.... they just attack.
If he is STILL so good why has Dallas sunk the last two years and why have they let him go????
Yeh ....in 2008-2009 Modano had some real good wheels and a great shot..... that great shot got him a fantastic 15 goals and those great wheels made him a fantastic two-way player..... he was MINUS 13 !!!!! Give me a break!!! Any player on the Wings who is minus 13 does not get any kudos from the fans... that is for damn sure.
Posted by Frozen-Man
on 06 July 2010 - 05:43 PM
I have mixed feelings about possibly signing Modano. We get bigger and more talented, but we get slower and older as well. As far as lines go, as much as I'd like to see Abs and Ritola get a chance, the possibility of being able to ice Eaves-Helm-Miller as our fourth line sounds pretty kick ass to me. Also, the prospect of having four players over 200lbs and over 6' (Modano, Holmstrom, Franzen, Bertuzzi) on the first two lines, each centered by Datsyuk or Zettergerg, could be overwhelming to opponents' defense.
Posted by Frozen-Man
on 02 July 2010 - 12:04 PM
That's definitely a possibility... this has been a SLOW day... I'm really surprised there haven't been more moves on day 2, maybe all the GM's have already left for the long weekend
Posted by Frozen-Man
on 02 July 2010 - 09:25 AM
Tell me the D pairings the Lightning have had over the past few seasons that are even close to as good as Keith/Seabrook and Hjalmarsson/Campbell. I would absolutely love to hear that.
I'm a troll? How? I've been pretty respectful, and most have been the same way in return. You just seem bitter. Why is that?
Again, not sure why you think I'm all bummed out about any of this. I'm not asking for anything other than a competetive team and a playoff appearance next season, and we'll get that.Oh well.. I guess I'll leave, since saying anything positive about a team other than Detroit is apparently "trolling". I understand this is a Red Wings board and some won't take lightly to saying that the Blackhawks are anything other than horrible, but I figured if I was reasonable about it I'd get a fair shake. Oh well. Good luck next season. I look forward to the Chicago Blackhawks doing their best to defend their Stanley Cup Championship. If it doesn't work out, oh well. I'll congratulate the Red Wings if they win the division, and I'll actually welcome Detroit fans on my board.
Posted by Frozen-Man
on 01 July 2010 - 04:01 PM
CraigCustance: I'm really curious to see how the Atlanta Thrashers will handle their Stanley Cup hangover.
Posted by Frozen-Man
on 25 June 2010 - 11:12 AM
Its been since the 80's that the Bears won a superbowl so sure you have a decent team but not exactly championship upon championship.The pistons are one of the most successful teams in basketball this past decade.The tigers have been successful, went to the world series in 2006 if I'm correct. How have those cubs been?Chicago's only somewhat consistent team is the Bears and even they havent won a championship in how long? We have the best hockey dynasty the last 20 years and one of the best in basketball the past decade. Our only bad team is the lions.
Posted by Frozen-Man
on 22 June 2010 - 02:13 PM
Posted by Frozen-Man
on 17 June 2010 - 11:55 AM
Posted by Frozen-Man
on 14 June 2010 - 12:15 PM
Well, for all of what amounts to a lot of wishful thinking by Wings fans, that the Hawks get ripped apart and become one season wonders, anybody care to put their money where their mouth is? Anybody care to make a prediction for the Hawks for next season and the season next?Here's mine: Hawks will compete for Central title both years. Hawks will make playoffs both years. Hawks will reach Conference Finals at least one more time in the next two seasons.Anybody else care to put a prediction out there for the record?I'm not sure if I can count newfy's statement "The hawks are absolutely f***ed next season" as I don't know what that means? Does that mean they won't make the playoffs?
Posted by Frozen-Man
on 11 June 2010 - 09:19 AM
Also, Jonathan Toews gets a $1.3 million bonus for winning the Conn Smythe. Because it wouldn't fit on Chicago's cap from this past season, it carries over to the 2010/11 season.
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An introductory 2002 textbook, Process Control covers the most essential aspects of process control suitable for a two-semester course. While classical techniques are discussed, also included is a discussion of state space modeling and control, a modern control topic lacking in most introductory texts. MATLAB, a popular engineering software package, is employed as a powerful yet approachable computational tool. Text examples demonstrate how root locus, Bode plots, and time domain simulations can be integrated to tackle a control problem. Classical control and state space designs are compared. Despite the reliance on MATLAB, theory and analysis of process control are well-presented, creating a well-rounded pedagogical text. Each chapter concludes with problem sets, to which hints or solutions are provided. A web site provides excellent support in the way of MATLAB outputs of text examples and MATLAB sessions, references, and supplementary notes. Students and professionals will find it a useful text and reference.
1. Introduction;
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Why city-to-city bus travel is surging: Dale Moser
We are a nation of travelers. We travel for work and for play, to stay connected to friends and family and to see the country.
For many, Labor Day represents the last opportunity to do these things before Thanksgiving. In 2013, more Americans traveled during the period around Labor Day than had for five years.
Projections for 2014 are poised to surpass 2013 with advanced ticket sales for city-to-city bus travel remaining strong. This is not surprising. Studies by the Chaddick Institute for Metropolitan Development of DePaul University revealed that in 2014 city-to-city express bus transportation remains the fastest-growing and most-affordable transportation mode by a wide margin. Express, city-to-city bus carriers have expanded the number of daily operations by 4 percent from 2013 to 2014, far exceeding the growth rates of city-to-city rail and airline service. This is not a new trend, but it's catching on.
Recently, I was honored to speak to the board of directors of the U.S. Travel Association and 100 leaders in the U.S. travel industry about how Americans' travel needs are transforming and how the entire landscape of the travel industry is shifting. The reasons are threefold.
The first is cost. Recent studies issued by DePaul reveal that city-to-city, express bus carriers such as megabus.com save customers nearly $300 per trip when compared to single-occupant driving, and between 50 and 80 percent per trip when compared to train and air travel. Cumulatively, city-to-city bus service saves Americans $1.2 billion annually when compared to other modes of travel, according to the DePaul study.
Next is convenience. Many of today's buses have amenities that the modern traveler expects -- such as free Wi-Fi and power outlets in every seat -- but have trouble finding on other modes of transportation. Add in the convenience of online booking, mobile tracking functions, free luggage, onboard restrooms, climate control, three-point seat belts and wheelchair accessibility, and it's clear why bus travel is seeing a surge in popularity.
Finally, express bus travel is just that -- express. Efficient. Unlike bus travel even 20 years ago, city-to-city, express bus services do not stop in every town, instead driving from, for example, San Francisco to Los Angeles in approximately the same time it takes a consumer to drive themselves, with minimal stops in between. There are direct routes available in major cities all across the country.
Gone are the stresses and additional costs associated with driving (parking, tolls, vehicle wear-and-tear, etc.) and financial concerns of flying (domestic airfare are up more than 6 percent in 2014 with an average cost of $343 per round-trip flight, according to the online travel agency Travelocity). With fuel prices soaring and consumers looking to stretch their budgets, travel for business or leisure is shifting dramatically. The consumer's preconceived notions of bus travel -- and their expectations -- are being shattered.
This Labor Day, and every other day of the year, consumers will be saving by leaving their car keys at home and hopping on board the bus.
DALE MOSER is president of Coach USA of Paramus, N.J. Coach USA owns and operates 25 companies, including megabus.com. Launched in 2006, Megabus serves more than 120 cities in the U.S. and Canada, including Erie.


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Lessons from San Quentinchronicles Bill's journey from narcissistic playboy . . . to suicidal inmate . . . to spiritual apprentice. Along the way, it introduces us to his unlikely mentors—San Quentin's "Lifers," who guided Bill to an unexpected relationship with God. Through a vivid and transparent recounting of stories from his prison experience, Bill shares 12 life principles he had to learn the hard way—and that can help you triumph over even the most difficult circumstances.


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"It really is a musical extravaganza production," said Joyce Savocchio, the former Erie mayor who is general chairwoman of the Perry 200 Commemoration Commission.
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The amount of stuff you can manage with a wife recovering from delivery and a newborn son is somewhat limited. I managed to finish the single player levels in Portal 2 while the house was quiet. I thoroughly enjoyed the game, especially the change in the dynamic of the protagonist/antagonist throughout the course of the game. I'm glad I took a break from it, because I burned out somewhere around the "Cave Johnson" levels with the different goo. Once the Wheatley section started back up it was far better.
Now that Portal 2 is finished, I have a few games I've been sitting on for a while I could pick up as a distraction. I already finished the Batman: Arkham series that I own. There are a few games I might revisit now that I have a better PC, but I don't want to get too involved in something overly complex like the Civilization series. Minecraft is also a time sink, and I keep getting killed by Skeletons. Ugh!
The only I time I have for games are when the children are being watched and I'm not working. The games need to be less stressful than all the studying I've been doing. It's not that there is an immediate deadline for me, but once the semester starts I want to be working on my paper instead of reading if possible. I want to remember to take advantage of the time while Glow is at daycare and Arrow is sleeping.
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It's not very often that a story, any real life story, can have a Hollywood ending.
Today in Fort Myers, Florida, Nomar Garciaparra's illustrious baseball career ended along side the very man who facilitated his departure from the Red Sox.
In the feel good moment of spring training 2010, Red Sox GM Theo Epstein signed Nomar Garciaparra to a one day minor league contract, and in the process allowed Nomar to retire as a member of Red Sox Nation.
Garciaparra said that today he came home.
Nomar Garciaparra Announces His Retirement
So what's my Nomar Garciaparra story? Well let's start at the beginning.
Before arriving back at ABC40/Fox6, I was a television and radio freelancer. One of the places I worked was at WJAR-TV10 in Providence. At the same time I worked at WLVI-TV56 in Boston.
One particular Friday night I was working at Channel 10 and the PawSox were in town. There was a rumor that Nomar Garciaparra was about to be called up to the Red Sox for the September stretch run. The rumor meant that I needed to be in the PawSox clubhouse that night.
I was the only TV guy in the locker room that night, and as I was about to talk to Nomar when one of the PawSox coaches said Buddy Bailey wanted to talk to him.
Nomar walked into the managers office, and I followed him, along with a couple of local newspaper guys. There we stood waiting for Nomar to return with his big news.
Sure enough a couple minutes went by, and when Nomar walked out of the office, the camera light went on, the note pads and pens sprang to attention, and I looked at him and said, "So what was that all about."
We both smiled at each other, almost like we were having a private conversation, and he said, "I'm heading to Fenway Park." I said, "Hey, good for you", and the interview proceeded with the usual how does it feel to be realizing your dream. I suppose it felt a lot like it did today in Fort Myers.
Now for the end of the story, or better yet, the beginning of the end of the story.
The 2004 season was a transition season for Nomar. He was in the final year of his contract, his numbers were off due to injuries he was battling, and the age-old scenario was front and center. Nomar wanted a big contract, and the Red Sox, especially the shiny and new Theo Epstein, were hesitant to give him the money he was after.
In 2004 the Patriots were in Houston getting ready to play the Carolina Panthers in the Super Bowl. I was the self-appointed tour guide for much of the Boston television media. My freelance career allowed me to be a member of the Boston, Providence, Hartford and Springfield sports media delegations all at the same time.
I suggested Sullivan's Steakhouse on Westheimer in Houston as the headquarters for our week of entertaining on the company dime. And by the end of the week, the place became one of the more popular spots for everyone.
So there I was minding my own business, when all of a sudden Lou Merloni strolls by. One of my Boston TV buddies called Lou over and we all started to chat. And before too long the conversation turned to the upcoming season and Nomar's contract.
With a few beers in him, Merloni gave us all the world according to the professional athlete. He said team loyalty didn't matter. He said it was all about the money, and it was going to be all about the money with Nomar.
I remember standing there, looking at this guy, and thinking, "What an idiot!"
Nomar Garciaparra was playing for the Boston Red Sox, he had already made more money than he would ever spend, and he was willing to leave his homegrown team unless he got his $60 million dollar contract. I never forgot that conversation, and I remember it every time a pro athlete leaves home for "greener" pastures.
So here we are today, Nomar is a lot older, and a little wiser, and he realizes that it's not really about the money after all.
Today was a great day, a happy day, and a day that the prodigal son finally came home.


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