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1. Houston - Reggie Bush RB USC
-- The obvious and almost unanimous number one overall pick. Bush is a once in a lifetime franchise talent for any team picking this high. In Gary Kubiak's system, Bush will run roughshod over the league next season. Think of names like Mike Anderson, Olandis Gary, and even Rueben Droughns. NOW, imagine Bush in the same system. Scary.
2. New Orleans -D'Brickashaw Ferguson OT Virginia
-- Why sign Drew Brees when as a team you can land the top rated quarterback in the draft class? Well if you have the cap room to land a franchise quarterback in free agency and THEN take a franchise left tackle talent number two overall; said team is certainly getting a bit more bang for their buck. Brick and Jammal Brown will become the most talented pair of tackles in the NFL the second Ferguson is drafted.
3. Tennessee - Matt Leinart QB USC
-- Leinart might not have the upside of Vince Young or the arm of Jay Cutler, but he is also the safest bet of the three. While his upside might not be as high, his floor is much higher than the two aforementioned quarterback prospects. When factoring in offensive coordinator, Norm Chow's familiarity with Leinart; it is a match made in heaven when McNair finally cannot take the beating on his body any longer.
4. NY Jets - AJ Hawk LB Ohio St.
-- The Jets might have done themselves a disservice by sticking with Pennington and hedging their bets with the addition of Patrick Ramsey. With that said new head coach, Eric Mangini, knows firsthand defensive wins championships. Mangini will also likely transition to the 34 base front this season with his new team. The thought of Hawk pairing with Vilma to dominate the middle of the field is said system will make J-E-T-S fans grin ear to ear. No boos this year.
5. Green Bay - Mario Williams DE NC St.
-- Yes the Pack already has Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila and recently resigned Aaron Kampmen. Now through some sort of science fiction, the team could mold them into a singular player and the Pack would finally have an all around defensive end which could be a force. Well despite all the money NFL teams make, they do not have said technology; BUT they can draft one of the best defensive end prospect to come out in years. Any other year Super Mario would be in consideration for the number one overall pick.
6. San Francisco -Vernon Davis TE Maryland
-- Alex Smith's rookie year was just abysmal. There really is not a nice way to say it. The 49er's severely lacked weapons in the offense to surround their most recent attempt at a franchise quarterback. What is a quarterback's best friend? A tight end who can force all kinds of mismatches. Enter Vernon Davis who certainly fit's the mold. Davis has just blown away scouts with not only his play on the field, but with his measurable at the combine (a 4.39 forty for a tight is simply mind blowing), and a great personality.
7. Oakland - Vince Young QB Texas
-- The hottest question around the league and amongst fan bases is, "How far with Vince Young fall?" Is he still in the mix as a top three pick? Obviously not, but with all the talent Young possesses he simply will not fall as far as many expect. Especially when there are rumors Al Davis is completely enamored by Young's abilities. Yes, the Raiders did just sign Aaron Brooks, but he was not the answer in New Orleans and will not be the answer in Oakland, simply the placeholder.
8. Buffalo - Broderick Bunkley DT Florida St
-- Consensus thought around this pick would indicate the Bills desperately need to find a way to stop the run thus Haloti Ngata makes the most sense as the best pure run stuffer in the draft. But when considering the Bills already cut ties with a very similar player, Sam Adams, and their new defensive coordinator is a disciple of Lovie Smith and the now famous Tampa Two defense; then Bunkley makes all the more sense. Let's hearken back to a draft just two seasons past, when the Bears decided to draft Tommy Harris over the more heralded Vince Wilfork. Harris fit the defense as a quick one gap penetrator, while Wilfork was a two gap beast. We will be looking at the same situation here.
9. Detroit - Michael Huff S/CB Texas
-- Can you believe it, no wide receiver for this pick? Jaw dropping thought is it not? There are some rumblings Detroit might be interested in a quarterback if one were to fall this far (and one has in this case). Simply put Matt Millen does not have the time to develop a rookie quarterback with his job on the line. Additions of solid vet Jon Kitna and a good young player, Josh McCown, shows they are ready to move in another direction. The Lions need defensive help in the worst way. Huff is either the elite corner or safety prospect depending on a team's system. In this case Huff will shore up a secondary which really lacks talent.
10.Arizona - Jay Cutler QB Vanderbilt
-- Does anyone remember the last time the Cardinals took a quarterback in the first round? The answer is Kelly Stouffer in 1987 when the Cardinals were still in St. Louis. Owner, Bill Bidwell, is all about making money. This season the Cardinals are moving into a state of the art stadium, and they will want to fill every single seat in the house. What better way then signing top running back Edgerrin James and THEN drafting the team's first franchise quarterback in almost twenty years?
11.St.Louis - Jimmy Williams CB Virginia Tech
-- The "Greatest Show on Turf" should continue to chug along with the addition of offensive minded head coach, Scott Linehan. Where the Rams have really dropped off the past few seasons has been on the defensive side of the ball. When the Rams last went to the Super Bowl, their defense ranked number one overall. This past season they were ranked 30th overall. Include the loss of a very good safety in Adam Archuleta in free agency, and there is basically nothing in the Ram secondary worth mentioning. Williams is a big physical corner who can be a force in both coverage and the running game. As such many predict he will move to safety at the next level.
12.Cleveland - Haloti Ngata DT Oregon
-- Stopping the run has certainly been a thorn in Cleveland's side since the "Return". Last season the Browns ranked a horrendous 30th in the league. Now employing a base 34 front, it ALL starts with the nose tackle. Ngata is clearly the best pure nose tackle prospect in the draft and will learn under arguably the best pure nose tackle in NFL history (Ted Washington). A match made in hog heaven. "Immovable object meet…..um…..the immovable object."
13.Baltimore - Winston Justice OT USC
-- Justice is arguably a top ten talent who will very likely slide due to off the field issues. General Manager, Ozzie Newsome, has never been afraid to pick up top talents who slide some, or avoid players with sketchy backgrounds. In this case Justice also fills a need since the Ravens recently cut right tackle starter, Orland Brown. Tony Pashos certainly is not the answer at the position, and Winston will automatically upgrade a unit which has been in decline the past few seasons.
14.Philadelphia -LenDale White RB USC
-- Bryant Westbrook simply cannot shoulder the load as the focal point of the Eagle offense. With Terrell Owens officially with another team; weapons need to be brought into this offense. Their lopsided pass to run differential needs to be balanced and can be done so by bringing in a bruising running back who can shoulder more of the load. White would prove to be the perfect compliment to Westbrook and fill a major need in this offense currently.
15.Denver* - DeAngelo Williams RB Memphis
-- Anyone honestly think Tatum Bell can stay healthy for a full season, and Ron Dayne can become the back he once was in college? I did not think so. Denver should be licking their chops if a back this talented fell into their laps. Williams is arguably the second most talented back in this draft and if it was not for the way the draft fell in front of him this year; would normally be considered a top ten prospect. Put Williams in Denver's system and an early front runner for NFL offensive rookie of the year presents itself.
16.Miami - Chad Jackson WR Florida
-- With the acquisition of Daunte Culpepper to be the 'Phins first true franchise signal caller since Dan Marino, the front office can already say this has been a very successful off season. Now to put the pieces around Culpepper. Chambers, McMichael, and Ronnie Brown are a very good start. How about another primetime deep threat to show off the big arm of Culpepper? Jackson has simply wowed scouts with his off season performances and has staked his own claim as the best receiver in the group. While some might say Jackson is a one year wonder at Florida before he declared; he certainly has the size, speed, and explosiveness scouts look for in the position.
17.Minnesota - Santonio Holmes WR Ohio St
-- Holmes recently scared off some scouts by weighing in a full eight pounds less at his pro day compared to his Combine numbers. Normally this would not be much of a worry, but when a receiver only tips the scales at 179 lbs., teams start to worry if he can take the wear and tear of an NFL season. Size issues aside Holmes is arguably the most polished receiver in this class: reliable hands, deep threat, and runs good routes. Would be a very nice compliment to last year's number one pick, Troy Williamson.
18.Dallas - Ernie Sims LB Florida St
-- Due to the retirement of Dat Nguyen, the Cowboys now have a gaping hole at inside linebacker. Sims does not posses prototype size for the position, but neither did Nguyen. Sims though is a Coach Parcells type of guy. He hits opponents so hard, Sims has given himself multiple concussions. A player Browns General Manager, Phil Savage, referenced as a "human bullet" on the field. Could certainly be a force in the middle of a ferocious Parcells' coached defense.
19.San Diego - Tye Hill CB Clemson
-- Tye Hill is the best pure cover corner in this draft period. Another player who lacks prototype size, but has the speed and fluidity to be a shutdown type player at times. The Chargers have invested a lot in the secondary over the years with little success. Hill should be able to come in immediately and help the problem.
20.Kansas City - Kamerion Wimbley DE Florida St
-- Where there is smoke, there is fire; and the Chiefs have been sniffing around Wimbley quite a bit as of late. Jared Allen was a very nice surprise at one defensive end last season for KC, but overall help is still needed up front. A speed pass rusher would prove to be a perfect compliment to what the Chiefs are trying to do up front currently.
21.New England - Manny Lawson DE NC St.
-- The Patriots have a reputation for being able to lose players and just plug more in without skipping a beat. Do not be mistaken and believe the loss of Willie McGinest will not hurt this team because it most certainly will. Lawson is the most talented "hybrid" (DE/LB tweener used as predominant 34 OLB) player in this draft. His speed, athleticism, and hustle off the edge will help ease the transition into a younger defense for the once great Patriots.
22.Denver* - Leonard Pope TE Georgia
-- Ahhhh, the great Jeb Putzier has moved on to greener pastures. Or more accurately, he was cut and signed with another team. Same Difference. What is curious though about that particular move is the fact tight end is so crucial to Denver's offensive schemes. Pope is a 6'7" 255 monster target with soft hands which will make any quarterback happy to see on his own team. Now the question becomes……can Pope fill the rather large shoes the Putzier left behind?
23.Tampa Bay -Tamba Hali DE Penn St
-- Simeon Rice has been a one man wrecking crew in the pass rush for quite a few seasons. While he has been effective, one has to ask just how much more effective could he be with another pass rusher on his opposite? Hali is a perfect complimentary piece in Tampa's already tough as nails defense. Hali brings a relentless pass rush and motor which will make any coach smile. Well in John Gruden's case, it would be a begrudging smirk.
24.Cincinnati - Jason Allen S/CB Tennessee
-- Allen has simply blown scouts away this off season. Not in a way which would label him a "workout warrior", but for the fact he has come back so quickly from a devastating injury about halfway through the season. It was actually the same injury which ended Bo Jackson's career. Just a few month's later, Allen is off and running a 4.39 forty yard dash at the Combine. The fact Allen is now getting attention in the first round should not be a surprised since he was generally considered a top fifteen talent even before the injury. Cincinnati could certainly use another playmaker in their secondary, especially at safety.
25.NY Giants - Chad Greenway LB Iowa
-- The Giants were absolutely decimated with injuries among their linebacker corps last season. They have done a nice job in free agency addressing quality depth; but they still lack a true NFL caliber weak side linebacker. Greenway is a perfect fit and the right mold as a Tom Coughlin player. He does everything a coach will ask of him. Greenway just throws on the pads, plays disciplined, and makes plays.
26.Chicago - Sinorice Moss WR Miami
-- Da Bears wanted desperately to land Antwaan Randle-El free agency. Alas they missed out before they even had a chance to court him. Moss is very similar in mold. He would provide a speed demon deep threat to compliment the always steady and reliable Mushin Muhammed. Moss also brings the very important aspect of being a special teams threat as a kick returner, which is vitally important for Chicago currently because of the premature retirement Pro Bowl kick returner, Jerry Azumah.
27.Carolina - Laurence Maroney RB Minnesota
-- Simply a wonderful value pick at this point. Yes the Panthers invested a lot in DeShaun Foster recently but Foster has only proven to be healthy for one full season and that season he was splitting carries. Carolina wants to smash the ball down opposing teams throats and a one-two combination of Foster and Maroney could be devastating against those defenses.
28.Jacksonville - Mathias Kiwanuka DE Boston College
-- "Kiwi" is just too talented to fall out of the first round range. His off season has really hurt his overall stock, but he still possesses all the tools necessary to be a great NFL defensive end. For a team like the Jaguars who thought they could buy great defensive ends like Hugh Douglas or Marcellus Wiley over the year; it is time to invest and groom one of their own.
29.NY Jets* - Kelly Jennings CB Miami
-- Jennings will never blow a team away with great measurables or natural athletic ability; but he clearly knows how to play the position. A scout will never see him out of position nor beaten cleanly by a receiver. Jennings is a smart ball player who should have an immediate impact at the next level. With the Jets current woes in their secondary, a player of this caliber would certainly be hard to pass.
30.Indianapolis - Joseph Addai RB LSU
-- Draft pick meet team need. Addai is a solid running back prospect who has shown over the years very good speed, power, and the ability to shoulder the load. What he has never done is put all those things together for an entire season. Right now though, he is the best on the board at the position and would actually fit well in the Colts system.
31.Seattle - Antonio Cromartie CB Florida St.
-- For a team just coming off a Super Bowl run, Seattle will not lose too many parts to their team. As such it allows them to take a chance on an elite talent with an injury history like Cromartie. The depth of the secondary last season was greatly hurt when Ken Hamlin's life was put in danger due to an off the field incident. Cromartie missed all of last season due to an leg injury. He has also come back fully healthy and blown scouts away with his progress this off season. Once considered a top ten talent, a team taking a chance on Antonio at this point could be getting a major steal.
32.Pittsburgh - Nick Mangold C Ohio St.
-- Jeff Hartings, the Steelers Pro Bowl center, was recently resigned to a new deal. This does not overlook the fact, Hartings is literally on his last leg. Mangold fits the mold of a Steeler lineman up front: powerful, nasty, and technically sound. In a year or two, he will become the next great anchor in a line of great pivot men which has become a tradition in the Steel City.
Round 2
33.Houston - Eric Winston OT Miami
34.New Orleans - Marcedes Lewis TE UCLA
35.Tennessee - D'Qwell Jackson LB Maryland
36.NY Jets - Brian Calhoun RB Wisconsin
37.Green Bay - DeMeco Ryans LB Alabama
38.Oakland - Thomas Howard LB UTEP
39.San Francisco - Bobby Carpenter LB Ohio St.
40.Buffalo - Darnell Bing S USC
41.Detroit - Marcus McNeill OT Auburn
42.Arizona - Gabe Watson DT Michigan
43.Cleveland - Abdul Hodge LB Iowa
-- The Browns desperately need inside linebacker help, and Hodge will come to the rescue. Though he does not possess prototype type size, there is not another middle linebacker in this draft who is more physical and instinctual. At times Hodge even out shown the star that is his highly regarded linebacking brother from Iowa, Chad Greenway.
44.Baltimore - Donte Whitner S Ohio St
45.Philadelphia- Devin Hester WR/CB Miami
46.St.Louis - Joe Klopfenstein TE Colorado
47.Atlanta - Daryn Colledge OT Boise St
48.Minnesota - Ashton Youboty CB Ohio St.
49.Dallas - Max Jean-Gilles OG Georgia
50.San Diego - Maurice Stovall WR Notre Dame
51.Minnesota* - Charles Spencer OT/OG Pitt
52.New England - Ko Simpson S South Carolina
53.Washington - Mike Kudla DE Ohio St
54.Kansas City - Jonathan Joseph CB South Carolina
55.Cincinnati - Claude Wroten DT LSU
56.NY Giants - Rodrique Wright DT Texas
57.Chicago - Anthony Fasano TE Notre Dame
58.Carolina - Dominique Byrd TE USC
59.Tampa Bay - Jon Scott OT Texas
60.Jacksonville - Taitusi Lutui OG USC
61.Denver - Darryl Tapp DE Virginia Tech
62.Indianapolis - Rocky McIntosh LB Miami
63.Seattle - Mark Anderson DE Alabama
64.Pittsburgh - Daniel Bullocks S Nebraska
Round 3
65.Houston - Gerris Wilkinson LB Georgia Tech
66.Houston* - Anthony Smith S Syracuse
67.Green Bay - Davin Joseph OG/OT Oklahoma
68.San Francisco - Alan Zemaitis CB Penn St.
69.Oakland - Dusty Dvoracek DT Oklahoma
70.Buffalo* - Tony Scheffler TE Western Michigan
71.NY Jets - Charlie Whitehurst QB Clemson
72.Arizona - Stanley McClover DE Auburn
73.Buffalo - Andrew Whitworth OT LSU
74.Detroit - Tim McGarigle LB Northwestern
75.New England* - Maurice Drew RB UCLA
76.Philadelphia - Demetrius Williams WR Oregon
77.St.Louis - Jesse Mahelona DT Tennessee
78.Cleveland - Chris Gocong DE Cal-Poly
-- Some might be saying..."WHO?!" Gocong was the top defensive player at any level below Division One. His production even against lower level competition are eye popping over the past two seasons: 52.5 tackles for loss accompanied by 41 total sacks. Definitely showed enough athleticism at the Combine to play linebacker in the NFL and will learn under the great, Willie McGinest.
79.Atlanta - Mike Hass WR Oregon St
80.Dallas - Pat Watkins S Florida St.
81.San Diego - Jason Spitz OG/C Louisville
82.Miami - Anwar Phillips CB Penn St.
83.Minnesota - Brodie Croyle QB Alabama
84.San Francisco* - Jerome Harrison RB Washington St.
85.Kansas City - Jeff Webb WR San Diego St.
86.New England - Jeremy Trueblood OT Boston College
87.NY Giants - Will Blackmon CB Boston College
88.Chicago - Cedric Griffen CB Texas
89.Carolina - Leon Williams LB Miami
90.Tampa Bay - Martin Nance WR Miami (OH)
91.Cincinnati - David Thomas TE Texas
92.Jacksonville - Charles Gordon CB Kansas
93.Atlanta* - Richard Marshall CB Fresno St.
94.Indianapolis - Kyle Williams DT LSU
95.Seattle - Guy Whimper OT Eastern Carolina9
6.Pittsburgh -Barry Cofield DT Northwestern
Round 4
97.Houston - Jason Avant WR Michigan
98.New Orleans - Greg Eslinger C Minnesota
99. Oakland - Marcus Hudson CB NC St.
100.San Francisco - Clint Ingram LB Oklahoma
101.Tennessee - John McCargo DT NC St.
102.NY Jets - Rashad Butler OT Miami
103.Green Bay - Greg Jennings WR Western Michigan
104.Buffalo - AJ Nicholson LB Florida St
105.New England* - Kai Parham LB Virginia
106.Arizona - Rob Sims OG Ohio St.
107.Philadelphia - Terna Nande LB Miami (OH)
108.St.Louis - Ryan LaCasse DE Syracuse
109.Cleveland -Jerious Norwood RB Mississippi St.
-- Quality running back depth is desperately if the Cleveland Browns want to become a true power running team in the NFL. Norwood would be the perfect compliment to Droughns with his blazing speed (4.39 range at the Combine). Even shouldered the load on a bad Bulldog team this past season with 1136 yards rushing at 5.9 yards a clip.
110.Baltimore - Babatunde Oshinowo NT Stanford
111.Cleveland* - Joe Toledo OT Washington-- Impressive physical specimen (a well sculpted 6'5" and 337 pounds) who is still learning line play after a transition from tight end just two seasons ago. Toledo has the size, strength and athleticism to project to either tackle or guard. A long term project that could really pay dividends down the road given time to develop.


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Ai Yori Aoshi
Episode 23 | TV-14
Miyabi takes Kaoru to Aoi, leaving them alone at a nostalgic spot from their childhood. Kaoru can't help his brain, but Aoi has serious matters to explain. Her father's mind must be changed or Kaoru may never see her again!
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Aerochine Aviation purchased five Bell Helicopter 505 Jet Ranger X aircraft, made official during a signing ceremony at the Asian Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (ABACE). The Bell 505 Jet Ranger X is a five-seat, single-engine, turbine helicopter that will replace the 206 JetRanger. Aerochine Aviation is purchasing the aircraft for future sales for opportunities in corporate transport, tourism or training segments. The new design has a cruise speed of 125 knots, range of 360 nautical miles and useful load of 1,500 pounds.
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Computers are employed throughout our society to perform a very wide variety of tasks. All branches of science and engineering use computing technology extensively. Sophisticated laboratory apparatus is nearly always computer-controlled. Computers are used to collect, store, and analyze large amounts of data quickly, to simulate natural systems, and to control industrial processes, among other tasks.
The Scientific Computing Program at Whittier College is designed to help prepare students majoring in one of the sciences for advanced computing work in their own fields and for work in the computer industry. The minor begins with computer programming and interfacing of computers to apparatus at the introductory level, and then continues with a range of advanced courses that allow students to focus on particular topics in scientific computing and/or broaden their computing skills. Most students will complete a research project with a significant computing component as part of the minor.
To be awarded a minor in scientific computing, students must complete six (6) credits of required core courses and twelve (12) credits from the list of optional courses, for a total of at least 18 credits. At least six credits of the 18 must be at the 300-level or higher.
Other courses with significant computing components can be considered for credit toward the scientific computing minor.
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"Weather Wise: VFR into IMC"—Now Optimized For iPadWednesday, December 4th, 2013
It's a moderately common problem, averaging more than 20 fatal accidents per year. Epidemic? No, but particularly deadly. Roughly 90 percent of these entanglements result in fatalities. The average for all GA accidents is about 20 percent. This is because of CFIT or UFIT—controlled or uncontrolled flight into terrain.
Some of these accidents are extremely high profile, such as John Kennedy Jr's loss of control near Nantucket. A dark night over a large expanse of water means being on the gauges. That particular accident took a lot of explaining to the media, the public, and the regulators as to why we shouldn't require one to be on an IFR flight plan after dark, as so many other countries do. The point that we made, on camera, was that ALL of the other thousand or so flights that were operating that night all over these United States made it to their destinations safely.
Aviation magazines, blogs (this one included), and the Air Safety Institute's Pilot Safety Announcements and Accident Case Studies have all constantly reminded pilots to not get in over their heads. That drum beat continues, and it was something that we also explained to the media and the public: Don't do clouds if you haven't been trained and are not proficient flying in clouds. JFK Jr. was part way through his IFR training, but hadn't quite gotten to the necessary level.
Education, assessment of risk, and understanding what to do and what not to do are all part of a new program that the Air Safety Institute has published, and it runs on iPads—something that some of ASI's older courses do not always do. (Editorial comment: I mean why standardize on a basic format when it is so much more entertaining to let consumers fumble through with various pieces of equipment—did I mention GPS navigators?) ASI's Weather Wise: VFR into IMC online course prepares pilots for the real world by providing basic weather knowledge required to anticipate poor weather conditions, explaining common weather scenarios that can trap unsuspecting pilots, and helping pilots understand the complexity of decision making and pilot judgment and how these can be compromised. Our thanks to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the National Weather Service for helping to fund the program and to the pilot donors of the AOPA Foundation.
Good Thanksgiving! Apparently last week's blog on turkey flights that resulted in catastrophe had the desired effect. Clearly one of my best blogs because, according to early reports, there were very few accidents last weekend. We always warn the correlation does NOT imply causality but in this case I'll shamelessly take the credit.


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At the recent IA Summit in Denver, CO, the inimitable Jared Spool suggested that information architects could do their jobs better if they knew how to code. This provocative statement did indeed provoke a lot of comment. So in answer to Jared, and as a little bit of Friday fun from the team here at FatDUX Copenhagen, let me offer my own bit of code (as opposed to cipher).
Wendy was nervous about attending the 2011 IA Summit in Denver, Colorado. It was her first time at a major conference and she didn't know a soul. But as this is an informal, friendly conference, her fears were unfounded. In fact, lots of people came up to her during the opening cocktail hour on Thursday evening to chat. And Linda even brought her a drink. By the time she had talked with Dr. Sternberg and three other IA/UX professionals, she was feeling pretty confident.
From the following clues, can you name the first four people Wendy spoke with, the order in which they arrived, and the subjects of the various conversations?
1. One person, who operates a small west-coast studio, came up to Wendy to talk about service design. This person stepped up just before Andy, but after Ms. Smith.
2. Another person was particularly interested in personas and had many ideas to share with Wendy. This was after Prof. Jones had congratulated her on winning a FatDUX student sponsorship to the event.
3. Someone had just finished reading a post on the FatDUX blog about "Writing for the Web" and was all excited about content strategy. This was just after Wendy had spoken with Hansen, who was the next person to approach her after Lynn.
4. "I'm so jealous of your work," said Wendy to the person who came up to her and talked about wireframes. "Deliverables are simply SO exciting!" The wireframe expert was the person who showed up just before Jeff.
As a prize, FatDUX will be awarding a USD 50 gift certificate that can be redeemed at any participating…oh screw the formalities…Eric will give you fifty bucks cash to use any way you want. But you do have to show up in Denver to collect it!
So there you have it. Can you solve the puzzle? You've got all the information you need. Now show us that as an information professional you know how to handle information challenges!
Send your answers directly to Eric at er (at) fatdux (dot) com. First right anwer takes the prize.
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Debates of Oct. 23rd, 2002
House of Commons Hansard #13 of the 37th Parliament, 2nd Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was board.
- Frederick Robertson
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- The Media
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- Ethics
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2 p.m.
The Speaker
As is our practice on Wednesday we will now sing O Canada, and we will be led by the hon. member for Dartmouth.
Frederick Robertson
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Paul MacKlin Northumberland, ON
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to a great citizen of my riding and a great Canadian who sadly has recently passed away.
Dr. Frederick G. Robertson was born March 7, 1909, in Belleville, Ontario. He came from a political family, his father being a member of the Ontario Legislature in the 1920s. He was a doctor and businessman, but it was as a member of this Parliament that Dr. Robertson made his greatest contributions to his community.
First elected in 1949 to the House of Commons, Dr. Robertson occupied positions that included Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of National Health and Welfare. Dr. Robertson was also a delegate to the 14th Session Economic and Social Council of the United Nations. The dedication that he had to his constituency and to the fundamental needs and hopes of our citizens should serve as an example to us all.
I ask all members to join me today in paying tribute to a great Canadian, Dr. Fred Robertson.
Golden Jubilee Medal
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Canadian Alliance
Diane Ablonczy Calgary Nose Hill, AB
Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to rise today to recognize a fine group of Canadians who I will proudly present with the Queen's Golden Jubilee Medal on Friday night in Calgary.
They are: Yvonne Armstrong; Dr. Nady el-Guebaly; Katherine Ann Ervin; Louise French; Nicholas Gafiuk; Clifford Gundry-White; Patricia Hinds; Lieutenant Colonel Elva Jolly; Acting Sub-Lieutenant Duff Kent; Glenda Irene Labelle; Shuvaloy Majumdar; Keith Millis; Benjamin Perrin; Dr. Jean Linse Pettifor; Major Sean Pollock, Retired; Earl Rose; David Salmon; Dr. Henry Schorr; John Walters; and Lou Winthers.
I wish to congratulate these deserving Canadians.
Jean-Luc Brassard
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Gérard Binet Frontenac—Mégantic, QC
Mr. Speaker, today we pay tribute to one of Canada's best freestyle skiers: Jean-Luc Brassard, of Grande-Île, Quebec.
Last weekend, Jean-Luc made the difficult decision to stop competing in mogul events after ten years on the World Cup circuit.
Jean-Luc is undoubtedly one of the most accomplished and respected winter sports athletes in Canada. He won a gold medal at the 1994 Olympic Games in Lillehammer, was crowned world champion twice, in 1993 and again in 1997, and held the mogul cup title during three consecutive years.
He took part in four Olympic Winter Games, quite a feat for an athlete. He carried the flag for Canada in the opening ceremonies at the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympic Games.
Jean-Luc's involvement in various charitable campaigns, and fundraising activities for children in particular, is also well known.
Congratulations to this great Canadian athlete.
Taiwan Chambers of Commerce
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Sophia Leung Vancouver Kingsway, BC
Mr. Speaker, on October 19 I had the pleasure of attending the gala dinner of the 15th Congress of Taiwan Chambers of Commerce of North America.
With hundreds of delegates from 32 cities across North America in attendance, the President of the Taiwan Chamber of Commerce in B.C., Mr. Jason Ko, organized a first class convention that provided his members with an opportunity to exchange information and further promote business opportunities here in Canada.
It is through the work of business associations like the Taiwan Chamber of Commerce in B.C. that the Canadian economy continues to lead all other industrialized nations in economic growth.
United Nations
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Andy Savoy Tobique—Mactaquac, NB
Mr. Speaker, October 24 marks the 57th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations. This global institution has, for more than half a century, worked to save succeeding generations from war, reaffirm the faith in fundamental human rights, and promote social progress and quality of life.
The accomplishments of the UN since its inception are undeniable. We have seen great improvements in our handling of hostile situations. Human rights violations are taken far more seriously, and there is a growing standard of living throughout the world.
Communities throughout Canada and 188 UN member states around the world are celebrating United Nations Day. The UN is by no means a quick fix to the international problems we see today. It is however an essential instrument to deal with the various international issues we see develop daily. The UN serves an important purpose in the world today, and we should honour the work this institution has done.
I ask all members and people throughout Canada to honour this day and this fine institution which has and continues to make the world safer and more hospitable for all people.
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Canadian Alliance
Carol Skelton Saskatoon—Rosetown—Biggar, SK
Mr. Speaker, thousands of citizens of the Rosetown area have signed an important petition calling for government action for our Prairie farmers. They fear financial disaster for the grain and livestock industries. In turn, they fear economic ruin for our fragile rural economies.
These Canadians are not looking for handouts. They are looking for the government to level the playing field with foreign competition. They do not want to be subsidized like farmers in Europe and the United States. They want fewer foreign subsidies to allow them to compete fairly. Higher food costs and dependence on foreign food supplies is a dangerous direction for us to be heading.
The thousands who took the time to sign the petition are hoping our government will take the time to provide our farmers with a fair international trading environment before we loose our agriculture industries.
Our farmers are the best in the world, and in a fair trading environment they would not just survive, they would thrive.
Canadian Grain Commission
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Anita Neville Winnipeg South Centre, MB
Mr. Speaker, it gives me great pleasure to inform the House that the first woman chief commissioner has been appointed to the Canadian Grain Commission.
Chris Hamblin helps manage a grain and seed operation with her husband Lorne and her brother and sister-in-law in Morris, Manitoba. A long time leader and activist in the western Canadian agricultural community, Chris is a former vice-president of Keystone Agriculture.
I know I speak on behalf of her widespread network of family and friends, farmers in the area and indeed on behalf of all Manitobans when I congratulate Chris. Chris has made Manitoba proud.
I am sure that Chris Hamblin will fulfill her duties as chief commissioner with the same dedication and skill that she has brought to her many other endeavours.
The Media
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Odina Desrochers Lotbinière—L'Érable, QC
Mr. Speaker, the very objective journalist from the National Post, Jonathan Kay, just found another reason to explain why the Montreal Expos are leaving: separatism.
The headline today in this Canadian newspaper read "Separatism killed the Expos".
In hockey, was it separatism in Manitoba that caused the Winnipeg Jets to relocate to Phoenix?
In basketball, was it separatism in British Columbia that caused the Vancouver Grizzlys to relocate to Memphis?
I have an idea as a career move for Jonathan Kay; he should team up, as a sportscaster, with Don Cherry, another good friend of Quebeckers. The CBC could then boast about paying two great sports experts on national television with Quebec taxpayers' money.
National Defence
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Geoff Regan Halifax West, NS
Mr. Speaker, today the Minister of National Defence will be opening Damage Control Training Facility, or DCTF, Kootenay in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
The facility was built at a cost of $21 million and will provide Canadian Forces personnel with the opportunity to train for a variety of possible situations.
The facility will house 15 burn rooms; 2 flood rooms; a mock helicopter prop, complete with a simulated flight deck; a nuclear, biological and chemical contamination training area; a smoke maze; and even electrical panels for casualty power training.
I am delighted to see this sort of investment in the Canadian Forces in the Halifax area. I hope this announcement is the beginning of a long trend of more of the same.
Small Business
Statements By Members
October 23rd, 2002 / 2:10 p.m.
Canadian Alliance
Chuck Cadman Surrey North, BC
Mr. Speaker, Canadaone.com is a website for Canadian small business. Here is a top 10 list of keys to prosperity:
Ten: Always seek objective professional help.
Nine: Move with the times; think about changes in customer base, competition, industry and technology.
Eight: Assess your company's products, services, location, profitability and new business development.
Seven: Be honest with yourself about what your customers like.
Six: Maintain objectivity and do not let emotions get in the way of successful marketing.
Five: Review your past successes and failures.
Four: Review your competition; use their techniques to improve your sales.
Three: If you need staff, start hiring immediately.
Two: Be flexible and prepared for new opportunities and challenges.
And, above all, one: Persevere; do not give up too early.
In addition, I would like to remind everybody that only the Canadian Alliance is committed to lowering taxes and cutting red tape for small business.
Mann Booker Prize
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Sarmite Bulte Parkdale—High Park, ON
Mr. Speaker, I am absolutely delighted to rise today to congratulate Yann Martel, who yesterday won the coveted Man-Booker Prize for his book Life of Pi . Life of Pi had previously won the Hugh MacLennan Award for fiction.
The Man-Booker Prize represents the very best of contemporary fiction. One of the world's most famous literary prizes, the Booker has been called the ultimate accolade for every fiction writer.
Canadian authors have historically ranked among the best in the world. Our writers keep producing masterworks that captivate a universal audience. Canada has a strong literary presence, and we should be proud of our authors and all our creators.
I would like to invite all Canadians to join me in congratulating Yann Martel for winning the 2002 Man-Booker Prize.
Small Business Week
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Yvon Godin Acadie—Bathurst, NB
Mr. Speaker, this week is Small Business Week.
In Canada, there are over one million small and medium size businesses. Together, they account for 56% of all current jobs.
Their role in the Canadian economy is increasingly important and their contribution to total employment is constantly growing. In fact, in 1998, they created two thirds of all new jobs.
This week, we should thank them and encourage them to have greater faith in their goods and services.
Our economy is now largely dependent on small and medium size businesses. We need more entrepreneurs who have dreams and projects to stabilize our economy and reduce unemployment.
We wish good luck and a good week to all entrepreneurs, owners of a small or medium size business, and their employees.
Mario Lemieux
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Michel Guimond Beauport—Montmorency—Côte-De- Beaupré—Île-D'Orléans, QC
Mr. Speaker, this week the Société Saint-Jean-Baptiste honoured Mario Lemieux by giving him the prestigious Maurice Richard award.
This great Quebecker, who was visibly moved by such an honour, was proud to revisit the arena where he first began skating, at the age of five.
This magnificent athlete, who is one of the best players in the National Hockey League and who has won two Stanley Cups and a gold medal at the Olympics, is not resting on his laurels and wants to win his seventh scoring championship.
His agility on the ice will undoubtedly propel him to the top. In fact, Number 66 showed us yesterday that he was at the top of his game by giving an outstanding performance, in spite of the health problems that have plagued him.
The Maurice Richard award is a reflection of the respect of Quebeckers and is testimony to a great hockey career that makes all of Quebec proud.
Bravo, Mario Lemieux. We, in the Bloc Quebecois, wish you a good health and hope that you will give us many more very exciting moments.
Rick Gleason
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Larry Bagnell Yukon, YT
Mr. Speaker, this morning in Australia, former Yukoner Rick Gleason died of injuries received during the Bali bomb attack.
On behalf of Parliament I wish to express our sincere condolences to Rick's family for the loss of their dearly loved and caring family member.
In talking to Mr. Gleason's family this morning, I let them know that I went to the Australian High Commission, not only to offer our condolences for their losses but to express our appreciation for the Australian government's generous assistance to Rick's family and to other Canadians, and the wonderful care provided by the health care workers and the hospital in Australia to Rick in his last days.
For Mr. Gleason I will do anything in my power to end these senseless acts and to remove the conditions that cause them. I thank Rick for his wonderful life. We will all miss him.


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Marcy Recumbent Exercise Bike
by Marcy | Item #: 654155 | Model #: NS 1003R |
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About this itemEight preset levels of resistance and adjustable seat stride make this a bike suitable for anyone in the family.
Eight preset levels of magnetic resistance. Seat stride adjusts for individual user leg length. Easy to read computer screen displays scan, speed, distance, time, odometer and calories burned with a single button touch. Step-through frame design provides easy entry/exit.
- 1" x 2" rectangle and 2" round 14 gauge steel tubing frame
- Durable powder coated finish
- Seat is high density foam covered in durable vinyl
- Foam covered handle bars and assist bars for comfort
- Weighted and counterbalanced pedals have adjustable foot straps
- Shroud covers are molded ABS
- Battery powered computer panel -- requres 2 AA batteries
Assembled Country
Assembled Size
52" x 25" x 38"


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Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (1519 votes).
In short: brilliant enjoyed the whole day so much.Date of review: September 19, 2011
In short: Leave the stopwatch at homeIn full: Some races you run for the scenery, others for PB's but this is purely for the atmosphere. Don't take part if you want a pb or like running on your own. This event is absolutely amazing as long as you go into it knowing that it will be very congested and that you are taking part purely because the atmosphere is fantastic. When the Red Arrows fly overhead as you run over Tyne Bridge, running just doesn't get any better. Having the Red Arrows also fly over at the start and Emma Egging start the race I thought was very fitting on this occasion and particularly moving. Date of review: September 19, 2011
In short: The Greatest half in the world - bar noneDate of review: September 19, 2011
In short: An event where the best in the world lead the best club runners and the fancy dressed masses raising money for stuff they care about. Amazing.In full: My first Great North Run (despite living a mile from the start for 25 years) and it was awe-inspiring. Some runners are doing it knowing it will be a struggle, but raising money urges them on, as does a crowd who will you on to the finish -especially when your leg seizes a mile from the line! And for a course that has a net decrease in altitude, I can't remember that many descents apart from the vicious at the end that finished off my leg!Date of review: September 19, 2011
In short: Absolutely amazing event!In full: My first great north run and what an amazing event! I absolutely loved it from start to finish. The atmosphere was fantastic throughout- so much so that I got to the 5 mile point without even realising I'd ran that far! I was blown away by the generosity of the crowds and touched by the red arrows displays. Brilliant organisation for so many people- just disappointed it's all over now and can't wait to do it again!!!Date of review: September 19, 2011
In short: Excellent race, great weekend all round.In full: Superb atmosphere and great support all the way along the course. The warm up was fun at the start. It was lovely to see the Red Arrows too.Only thing to request is that there are signs along the course to ask walkers to move to the side.Otherwise it was brilliant - definately back next year for second go.Date of review: September 19, 2011
In short: still buzzinIn full: would have like to have seen more markers informing of miles/ Km ran Date of review: September 19, 2011
In short: If it had a script, it would have been written by Lewis Carroll!In full: Full of colourful costumes, and even more colourful characters.A great feeling of warmth, enjoyment and adventure.A sense of being part of something unusual and special, but without feeling overwhelmed or intimidated.The best organisation I've ever seen at an event, with no possibility of any runners becoming lost down rabbit holes!It was truly a pleasure to be part of it all.I'll be back again next year for TheBigRedHeart's 15th "Adventure In Geordieland" :o)Date of review: September 19, 2011
In short: Great as usual.Work still needed on the "Wave Management" & still more troilets at the startrtIn full: My 7th copnsecutive GNR. Dfinitely back next year.BUT.... Why di I pas pink, green & white runners after one mile. Are The "Wave" marshals clourblind or turn a blind eye.New runners without a certified time should go at the back. We need Large Signs asking people who are walking (Lots of them) to go on the left. I know it's in the book but they obviously don't read that.Great support & music all the way, Thanks to all the Marshals on the course.Date of review: September 19, 2011
In short: Done it 5 times now and I never fail to enjoy it!Date of review: September 19, 2011
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A more comfortable approach to knee protection.
POC offers a panoply of armor to suit your hard-riding needs. And the POC Joint VPD Knee Pada are but one critical component. They're a superior choice for your gear bag because they use VPD visco-elastic polymer dough for protection, in comparison to many other "soft armor" designs on the market that simply rely on foam padding. VPD is modified polyurethane foam that is soft and pliable, so it moves easily and naturally with your joints. But in the instant of an impact, it works some molecular magic, stiffening and absorbing the impact energy and saving your body from the brunt of the blow.
The Joint Knee places the VPD material around the front and sides of the kneecap, right where you'll need it. Stretchy, perforated neoprene covers the back of the knee joint. It's perforated to add some breathability for sultry summer afternoons at the bike park. The rest of the Joint Knee is finished with an aramid cloth making it remarkably abrasion resistant. And to keep them snug and in-place right where you want, there are elasticized velcro straps at the top and bottom. The Joint Pads are also slim enough to wear under jeans or shorts without leaving you feeling restricted.
The POC Joint VPD Knee Pads are sold as a pair and come in Black in Small, Medium, and Large sizes.
- Visco-Elastic polymer dough padding
- Padding at front and sides of knee cap
- Stretchy, perforated neoprene construction
- Aramid cloth covering
Tech Specs
View more Knee & Shin Pads
Size chart
|Back Protectors
|Body Length
|59 - 65in
(150 - 165cm)
|65 - 71in
(165 - 180cm)
|Pocito Back Protectors
|Body Length
|39 - 49in
(39 - 49cm)
|49 - 59in
(49 - 59cm)
|Hip Shorts
|Waist Circumference
|28 - 30in
(71 - 76cm)
|31 - 33in
(79 - 84cm)
|34 - 36in
(86 - 91cm)
|Bone VPD Arm
|Forearm Circumference
|7.9 - 10.2in
(20 - 26cm)
|10.6 - 13in
(27 - 33cm)
|Bicep Circumference
|8.7 - 11in
(22 - 28cm)
|11.4 - 13.8in
(29 - 35cm)
|Joint VPD Knee
|Calf Circumference
|11.8 - 13.4in
(30 - 34cm)
|13.4. - 15in
(34 - 38cm)
|15 - 16.5in
(38 - 42cm)
|10cm Above Knee Cap Circumference
|14.6 - 16.1in
(37 - 41cm)
|16.1 - 17.7in
(41 - 45cm)
|17.7 - 19.3in
(45 - 49cm)
|Joint VPD Shin
|Shin Length
|Bone VPD Leg
|Leg Length
|13.8 - 16.9in
(35 - 43cm)
|16.9 - 20.1in
(43 - 51cm)
|Joint VPD Elbow
|7.9 - 9.8in
(20 - 25cm)
|9.8 - 11.8in
(25 - 30cm)
|11.8 - 13.8in
(30 - 35cm)
|8.7 - 10.6in
(22 - 27cm)
|10.6 - 12.6in
(27 - 32cm)
|12.6 - 14.6in
(32 - 37cm)
- How to Measure:
- For best results, take measurements over your underwear.
- Calf:
- Measure the circumference of your calf at the widest point.
- Knee Cap:
- Measure 10cm above the center of the knee cap.
- Underarm:
- Measure the circumference around your underarms.
- Bicep:
- Measure around the fullest part of your biceps.
- Shin:
- Measure from the center of your ankle bone to the center of your knee cap.
- Leg:
- Measure from the center of your ankle bone to the center of your knee cap
Reviews & Community
Safety first
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
Very pleased with these knee protectors. I have skinny legs so I originally bought these in a size small and they were very tight, got the mediums and fit like a champ. No problems with how they feel on your knees when you're riding. Haven't worn them to much but I got a good feeling these protectors will go the distance and not get worn out, they seem very durable.
Vital Protection, Durable
If you have not deduced from the many other reviews, these VPD Knee Protectors are legit. My thigh circumference is 24 inches and I wear a size Large comfortably and they do not slide down during rough, technical descents (an issue I have had with other pads). I do think they are ideal for lift access gravity riding and great to bring along on any mountain bicycling adventure that has a long, consistent descent. They are not the easiest to pedal in mainly because they do not breathe well and during long climbs I usually strap them to my Osprey Raptor Pack. Finally, the aramid cloth covering has survived multiple crashes without any tears. Amazing for any bike protective wear.
Feel free to contact me directly with any questions about these POC Pads or anything mountain bike related.
Kyle L. - Expert Gearhead
Save Those Kneecaps
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
The VPD pads fit well (not too tight and don't fall down) and are comfortable enough during the pedal uphill. They don't breathe incredibly well, but I'll take some sweaty legs over a crushed kneecap.
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
I like the way these pads form to your knees and they never move around or slide down. I can pedal for days and forget that I'm wearing these pads. No hinderance when climbing and good protection for most trail riding. I 've worn these for about 12 rides so far and I would buy them again.
VPD is RAD! Measure your legs!
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
These pads are more protection than I was expecting. The VPD material is soft and molds with your body as you heat up and move around, and the coverage around the knee and upper shin is stellar. I'm a lot less fearful charging down some gravely trails when I have these on. They have slid down my legs a little at times, but with the velcro fasteners it takes a quick adjustment to tighten them up around my thigh. Probably more than you need on friendly cross country trails, but I am happy to have these when its cooler or when the trail starts to get rocky. I originally purchased the size small thinking I'm on the smaller end of the riding population, but I should have measured my legs before ordering! Turns out I needed a size Medium and the sizing chart is correct. I'm 5'5" and 140 lbs and the small wouldn't fit over my knee..
size down
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
I 'measure' on the edge of medium and small, 5'10 150 lbs, but had to re buy and get the small.
Great Set of Pads!
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
Pads work great!. I ride all-mountain most of the time. lots of peddling but enjoying the downhill for sure. These pads stay in place to where I forget that they are there. I do sweat but they don't slip down. They have a nice low profile so riding 15mi with them isn't an issue. Also I have pretty thick legs/calfs and the size large fit nice. I'm 203, 5'11"
Keep them knees right
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
Bought these after falling too many times which seemed preventable. I like these pads but wonder if there are better ones. maybe because they're not entirely worn in yet and havent molded but on 100 degree rides in TX, they slip the sweatier I get. Otherwise, they do what they're supposed to, protect you.
Don't even notice the hits!
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
I'm pretty new to mountain biking, which means I fall. A lot. Like a lot a lot. Kyle and Geoff convinced me it was time to go with kneepads to lessen the impact as I go tumbling through the woods.
I decided to go with these POC ones because I liked the style and they looked comfortable. That being said, I'm happy I chose them. After my first ride I declared "Yeah I didn't really need these...". Kyle told me to look at my knees and all of the dirt and twigs on my kneepads was evidence that I very much did need them. Best part was that I didn't feel a single hit.
These kneepads are stiff and protective but still conform to your leg. The padding is somewhat dense, but they are still light. It may be that I just don't have sweaty knees, but as of now I have yet to drench them in sweat: they stay comfortable. You could ride uphill with them, but I would rather just put them on once I got the top. You'd need to take off your shoes to put them on, but I'm okay with that.
Getting them seated right can be a bit finnicky due to the grippy silicone, but once they are in place they stay in place. I found the velcro strap to be rather unnecessary because the sleeve itself is good enough holding them up.
If you're looking for an AM/Trail kneedpad then this are great. They could also be used for some light DH action, but aren't going to be as burly as full shin pads.
Feel free to contact me!
What trail is this?
Hey Rusty!
This is the new Tidal Wave at Deer Valley. TOO MUCH FUN!
Happy Knees
My buddy did some damage to his knee earlier this season so I decided it was time I invest in protection. I couldn't be happier with these guys. I purchased a size Medium and they fit well, stay in place and don't cause any irritation. I mainly ride XC but when I take on the trails at Deer Valley and the like, I feel much more confident that I am not going to ruin my summer.
Protect those precious knees.
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
Whether it's a small spill or a big spill, my knees are always a point of impact in some way, so I decided it was time to invest in protecting them. I have enough scars on them already, why add more.
I actually bought another, cheaper, brand first, but I wasn't satisfied with the fit and comfort level. I have a POC helmet that is very high quality so I went with their knee pads, figuring the same. What a good choice! They fit really well, don't slide down my leg, don't get overly hot and aren't too bulky. Most importantly they keep my knees safe. I really forget they are on after a few minutes of riding. I ride mostly XC and some all-mountain, so I spend a lot of time in the saddle, and I love climbing, so bulky hot knee pads weren't going to work for me. After the ride they are of course soaked with sweat, but dry out pretty quickly and do not stink up my gear bag.
I really can't recommend them enough. Very high quality materials and fit you'd expect from POC, very much worth the few extra bucks you'll have to spend to get them. I am about 6'1" and 200 lbs. and the large fit me great.
Update: Over 1 year later and I can say these are very durable. I have had a few spills with them on in the last year, including one that probably would have destroyed my knee had I not been wearing them. I walked away unscathed (well, my knee anyway). I wear them on every ride now, since you can never anticipate when you'll need them, and frankly I forget they're there.
I did a 6-hour endurance race recently and I as the only guy wearing knee protection. When the race was over a bunch of guys had bloody knees. Not me!
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
They have saved my knees many of times! I have had a few good wipeouts while on the trail and have never felt any of the (in the knee area anyway) while using thees pads. They do tend to slide down just a little but not enough to keep them from doing their job. All in all, for the price they are a solid knee guard.
Offer superior protection
- Familiarity: I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
I've only used these about 4 times as I got them late in the season, but my initial review on these are they work and feel great, each time I rode with them it was for 3 hrs and longer and didn't feel any rubbing or discomfort.
Great product
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
I was a little concerned with the sizing since I'm 6'2 and 265 pounds. The lack of an XL was a little concerning. When the product arrived I was able to get them on but they were tight. I decided to give them a try instead of returning them and was very pleased to say by the end of my ride I didn't notice I was still wearing them. They adjusted perfectly during the ride and I ended up wearing them on the ride home because I forgot to take them off.
I have also fallen with them on and they did a great job. I'm a bit of a new rider so I fall a lot and these have saved my knees.
Offers Great Protection
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
These knee pads offer a tight fit that will ensure they don't move around. These pads I have noticed to tend to run slightly small. The protect these pads offer are top notch. The foam in the pads feel like memory foam. The foam become softer and more movable as they heat up from your body heat. They absorb and impact really well insuring your knees will be safe. My only complaint is that these don't vent heat all that well. The back of the knee is covered as well which can make these pads very hot and sweaty in middle of summer. However, It seems to be a trade off for full protection. You can't beat the safety and quality of a POC product. I have owned numerous POC products in the past and have yet to be disappointed.
Not a fan
If you have any patella problems beware. I stopped using them because of pain related to these changing my patella movement. Maybe most knee protectors do this but my G Forms do not. G Form is for lighter duty though.
Nice, but...
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
I found them to be quality protection, but have two issues:
They rub my knee cap while pedaling to the point my skin is raw after 1 1/2 hour ride.
On one of the pads the stitching is coming undone at the bottom of the VPD pad.
I really wanted to like them, and got a great deal, but I may go back to the Kyle Straits.
If you're close, size up
- Familiarity: I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
I was right at the top end measure for the small size based on my thigh (10cm above kneecap). I tried the smalls and they fit too tight around my lower thigh, couldn't get my full range of motion wearing them. Going to give the mediums a go. Protection wise these seem solid, and the top and bottom straps give you some room for adjustment.
Best product for Knee guard
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
raided with this set for 5 hours from Jerusalem to the Dead Sea in Israel !!! was perfect ! didn't move and was very comfy.
Love em so far
- Familiarity: I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
I have used this pads on just one 25 mile ride ride so far. Have yet to crash but the vpd works like magic when bending and punching the pad. Mine are a bit small but hoping they will stretch out a bit. On the ride I did 3000 ft of climbing all with the pads on. Great flex and did not feel overheated.


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Stars Tie People Together As One
To The Reader's Forum:
Forty-five years ago, this December, three people with nothing but thin metal and the vacuum of space between themselves and oblivion reached out, for the first time in all of human history, to brush past another heavenly body.
The year that event took place was a tragic one for the world, with the untimely deaths of Martin Luther King Jr. and Bobby Kennedy, and it would see many more lives done too soon by the long struggle in Vietnam.
That year was especially hard on my family.
It was the year my grandmother died. I was 10 and I'd helped in the clean-up process of my grandparents' home that summer.
By December, Grand Dad had gone to live with my father's sister in Kenmore, N.Y., and the home he'd shared with my grandmother for so long was soon rented to a family who would become our new neighbors.
It would have been a very tough holiday season had it not been for those three human beings in Apollo 8 circling the moon.
I hung on every scrap of news about their incredible journey.
I remember them reading, for all the world, a creation story from the book of Genesis.
To a young boy being raised in a Christian home about to celebrate Christmas, for the first time without his grandma, their words were a comfort. But I believe, even for non-Christians, it was next to impossible not to see the images from their tiny spaceship of our beautiful jewel of a world, hanging there alone in that sea of black, and not realize that we are all one, together, regardless of our beliefs and differences.
This year's Christmas will be tough for my family as well, because it finds this December as one in which my children lost their grandmother. My oldest two, Jessy and Shena are all grown up with families of their own but my youngest, Morgan, is bearing her loss especially hard with tears, true, but with wisdom far beyond her 15 years of age.
They say that parents are their children's first teachers and for the most part that has been the case in our family, but no child or student has taught me more about how to strive toward living life for a better purpose than she.
Where I would normally cut and run from those who would do me harm, she has proven to have a very strong conviction towards forgiveness.
She continually opens her heart to great risk out of her undeniable love for those around her.
She amazed me the morning of my mother's funeral by presenting me with her wish list for this Christmas.
On the top of her list was one wish that stood out: she wished that she could name a star after her grandmother for all her family's sake. Like her grandmother before her, she has such a gentle, selfless, loving soul.
So Morgan-my teacher-for your family, thank you for your lesson in humanity.
There is now a star in the heavens which bears your grandmother's heavenly name of Celeste at Coordinates: RA 23h12m22.84 +44?45'46.9" dec 9.97 mag. Registration code: WWB549774 from the Online Star Register
And for you, I pledge to be more accepting and forgiving of others and I would like to add a Holiday wish of my own. Regardless of our race, religion, non-religion, creed or origin, I wish that each of us, in this small, fragile world of ours can learn more how to work together at coexisting, as opposed to warring with one another.
Can we make a brighter future on planet earth, if not for us, for the sake of all our children?
It could happen.
Happy Holidays to all.
Kyle R. Anderson


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The Nomadic Herders' project engages with reindeer herders in Far East Russia to conserve biodiversity. Between March 15-18, 2013, the Nomadic Herders/EALLIN workshop "Role of Youth in Preservation of Traditional Knowledge of Indigenous Peoples in the Arctic" was held in Yakutsk, Russia.
The workshop included over 100 participants, and was supported by the Government of Sakha Republic (Yakutia), the UNESCO Office in Moscow, and the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs through its Arctic cooperation grant. It was coordinated by GRID-Arendal, the Association of World Reindeer Herders and the International Centre for Reindeer Husbandry.
The workshop brought together scientists and experts in the field of traditional knowledge, natural resources and environment, reindeer herders, representatives of indigenous peoples, the executive and legislative authorities, NGOs and the media. The objectives of the workshop included:
The full workshop report is available here in English
Full workshop report in Russian
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Accessible Parking
Handicapped accessible parking is available.
AED (Automatic External Defibrillator)
Security Personnel and Guest Services have access and training with the AED in case of emergency
WE have two ATM's located on property. One is next to the public restrooms by Nestle Tollhouse and the other is alongside Champs at the roundabout.
Baby Changing Station
Baby Changing Stations are available in our Public Restrooms located next to Nestle Tollhouse.
Bike Racks
Bike Racks are available in various locations throughout property
Bus Stop
Bus stop is located by across the street from Brooklyn's Pizza
Children's Play Area
Located in the park, we have a newly renovated children's play area ready for fun!
Coca-Cola Vending
We offer Coca-Cola Vending Machines throughout property, some of the locations include, the park, next to the public restrooms and by Old Navy.
Directories (Mall Map)
Mall Maps are available at Guest Services, Directories are located next to Loft, Build-A-Bear, Old Navy, and AMC Theatres.
Fax & Copies
Fax and Copies Services are available at the Mall Office for purchase. Please call 972-675-1041 for more information.
Foreign Currency Online Ordering with Travelex
Order your travel money online for convenient home delivery. Did you know that some Simon center locations also include retail Travelex stores for your convenience. Travelex is the world's largest retail foreign currency exchange specialist, with over 1000 stores around the world. We can provide you with over 75 foreign currencies as well as a Cash Passport that can be pre-loaded with either Pounds or Euros and includes chip & PIN technology, a must when traveling in Europe. To get started, visit Travelex now.
Handicapped Accessible Restrooms
Our Public restrooms are handicapped accessible
Lost and Found
Lost and Found is located at the Simon Guest Services in Building 1B on the lower level between Brookstone and Talbot's.
Management Office
The Mall Office is located at 245 Cedar Sage Drive on the second floor in suite 200. There you will find the Mall Management Staff and Guest Services. For more information please call 972-675-1041.
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Parking is available along Cedar Sage Drive, Coneflower Drive, and Horseshoe Drive. Additional parking can be found around the perimeter of the center.
Public Transportation
Simon Guest Services Representatives can call a cab for you. The Simon Guest Services is located in Building 1B on the lower level between Talbot's and Brookstone.
Public Restrooms are located in between Nasr Brother Jewelers and Nestle Toll House
Retailer Gift Cards
Located at the Mall Management Office, we have Retailer Gift cards available for purchase. Please call 972-675-1041 for more information
Shopping Bags
Located in the Mall Office, Guest Services have small disposable shopping bags, if needed.
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The Simon Kidgits® Club is here! Sign your child up for free today either online at kidgits.simon.com or in-center at the Simon Guest Services booth or the Simon Management Office. Simon Kidgits Club members receive access to exclusive events, in-center prizes, store discounts and fun birthday emails. So join the club, and join the fun now.
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All Simon Malls, Mills and Premium Outlets in the U.S. have achieved the national 'StormReady' designation by the National Weather Service. This designation recognizes Simon centers' preparedness to handle all types of severe and potentially life-threatening weather situations.
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Education Connection: Commitment to Education is Foundation of Lab's Success
Posted Mar 05, 2013 in Labs & Profiles
For 30 years, a commitment to education has been the driving force in Brian Lindke's career, whether it's been as an in-house technician, product developer or laboratory owner. And it continues to pay off: his laboratory, Beautiful Smiles by Vividx, saw its highest sales ever last year, at a time when many other labs are struggling.
But Lindke is quick to point out that's not the ultimate goal. "We don't grow our business just for the sake of growing our business and having more volume. We want to build it based on relationships with dentists who are in tune with our philosophies and appreciate the value of working with us," says Lindke, who has been working with many of the same clients for more than a decade. "Many have become personal friends because we learn together, and invest time and energy into making their practices successful."
For the last 10 years, this philosophy has been the foundation of the seven-person, Buford, GA laboratory he owns with Yuichi "Ike" Ikenaga. Vividx specializes in working closely with clients and patients on implant, full mouth reconstruction and esthetic cases. While Ikenaga is at the bench full time, half of Lindke's time is allotted to consulting with clients and planning and participating in educational opportunities of every kind.
For example, in order to be a resource for his clients on material choice and capital expenditure decisions, he attends countless hours of continuing education courses to keep abreast of new technologies. He's also a strong believer in attending clinical programs along with them to learn what they learn and is actively involved with the Kois Center founded by Dr. John Kois in Seattle, which focuses on evidence-based research and a complete team approach. "Almost half of my clients have also gone through Kois training and it's been invaluable because we're all on the same page and speak the same language," says Lindke. "Collectively, our day-to-day work and communication have become more predictable, efficient and sharply honed."
A Kois Recognized Specialist—meaning he completed the technician continuum of courses—Lindke even co-founded a Kois Study Club in Atlanta for clients and other local dentists. "It's a vehicle to bring everyone who attended the courses together to help us actively incorporate the Kois philosophy into our businesses. It also acts as a motivating force for those who may not have gone to the Kois Center," says Lindke. Every other month, the club—which consists of 16 members from different disciplines—meets to plan and diagnose actual cases, studying mounted casts and preoperative pictures.
Lindke also participates in three other study clubs with general dentists, prosthodontics, periodontists and oral surgeons, and particularly values this environment for learning. "Instead of being a large, diverse group, a study club is a collection of people who usually have the same goals and philosophy and are moving in the same direction," he says. "There's a heightened sensitivity about what we're all striving for."
Lindke is also an educator in his own right—for years he's been conducting hands-on ceramic courses for technicians, most recently for Kuraray Noritake Dental—and has also begun presenting team-approach courses to dentist/technician audiences. For example, this month, he and Dr. Lawrence Sims are presenting a program on the partnership approach to implant dentistry at the Hinman Dental Meeting in Atlanta.
On a smaller scale, Lindke also provides in-office training to dentists and their staffs, sometimes bringing in lunch and tailoring 30- to 60-minute presentations on shade-taking or photography. "Many dental offices want to do the right thing and send photos, for example, but just need help with the basics of which angles to shoot or where to position the shade tabs. When I can go in and help them develop a systematic approach, it benefits all of us and enhances our ability to communicate about difficult cases," he says.
This comprehensive pursuit of education and knowledge makes the laboratory a trusted partner in treatment planning on a daily basis, whether it's as simple as deciding on a prep design for a three-unit bridge or as complex as sequencing large implant cases.
That's a role in which Lindke has always been comfortable and one he urges other technicians to take pride in. "I've always felt like my dentist-clients are my peers. Technicians aren't a lesser component of the dental team; we're very much partners striving for the same end result," he says. "You have to earn that seat at the table by taking every opportunity to learn more, do better dentistry and stay out in front of the changes happening in our profession."
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1. Brocade Communications Systems, Inc. (BRCD): Supplies networking equipment comprising end-to-end Internet protocol based Ethernet and storage area networking solutions. Market cap at $2.55B, most recent closing price at $5.60.
The February $6 call options had an implied volatility of 43.6%. Volatility rose for Broadcade after OCZ Technology (OCZ) provided weak guidance. In early-January, Mellanox (MLNX) warned markets that its quarterly results would be weak. Brocade also named a new CEO. Lloyd Carney comes from Xsigo Systems, a company acquired by Oracle. Brocade also won an injunction against A10 Networks, a private company. Brocade won $112 M from A10 last summer.
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Chicken Bolognese with Penne
Recipe courtesy of Wolfgang Puck, 2004
- Wolfgang Puck's Cooking Class
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup finely chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
- 1 tablespoon thyme leaves
- Pinch chili flakes
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup tomato juice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
- 1 pound penne pasta
Heat a large saute pan over high heat. Add the olive oil and heat. When the oil is hot, add the ground chicken and cook until well browned, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, celery, thyme, and chili flakes and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 to 8 minutes. Carefully deglaze the pan with the white wine, scraping the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Reduce until the white wine is almost completely evaporated.
Add the tomato sauce and juice and simmer until a thick sauce consistency, about 20 minutes. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
Cook the penne in boiling, salted water until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside. Add a few tablespoons of the pasta cooking water to the sauce. Add the drained pasta to the sauce along with the Parmesan and toss well. Serve in a large bowl garnished with parsley leaves.
Recipe courtesy of Wolfgang Puck, 2004
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ENMU basketball capsules - Dec. 1
November 30, 2012
ENMU (4-3, 1-0 Lone Star Conference) at Abilene Christian (4-1, 1-0)
• When: 3 p.m. (MST) today at Abilene, Texas
• Radio: KSEL-AM 1450.
• Last time out: The Greyhounds downed Angelo State 76-67 at Greyhound Arena while the Wildcats edged West Texas A&M 59-58 at Canyon in conference openers on Wednesday.
• Last meeting: February 2012, ACU beat the Hounds 79-68 at Abilene, snapping a five-game losing streak against ENMU
• Of note: The Wildcats have won four straight since a season-opening loss at Dallas Baptist, a setback they avenged on Nov. 20 in Abilene. … ACU's win in Canyon was its first at WT since the 1997-98 season. The Wildcats, who shot a season-best 56 percent (24-of-43), survived a last-second miss by the Buffaloes' Darnell Jackson. … Leading scorers for ACU are 6-0 senior G Eric Lawton (17.0 ppg, 14-of-26 on 3-point FGs), 6-1 senior G Elliott Lloyd (15.0, 14-of-35 on 3s) and 6-8 senior C Steven Werner (12.8 ppg, 6.8 rpg). They combined for 46 points at WT. … Lloyd (Northern Colorado) and Werner (Sam Houston State) are Division I transfers.
ENMU (0-5, 0-1 Lone Star Conference)
at Abilene Christian (2-1, 1-0)
• When: 1 p.m. (MST) today at Abilene, Texas
• Radio: KSEL-AM 1450.
• Last time out: The Zias were beaten by Angelo State 72-64 while the Wildcats turned back West Texas A&M 81-76 at Canyon in conference openers on Wednesday.
• Last meeting: February 2012, ACU defeated the Zias 74-61 at Abilene. The Wildcats have won the last 22 meetings since ENMU swept the 2000-01 season series.
• Of note: ACU used a 16-1 second-half run to erase a one-point deficit at WT. The Wildcats shot a season-best 52 percent (32-of-61). … Leading scorers were 5-8 junior F Renata Marquez and 6-2 senior C Kelsey Smith, both averaging 14 ppg and combining for about 15 rebounds per contest. Marquez had 19 points and 10 rebounds at WT, while Smith came in with 16 points and three blocks. … Julie Goodenough is in her first season as ACU's coach. She played in college at Texas-Arlington in the late 1980s and early 90s under former Clovis High coach J.D. Isler. … Goodenough replaced Shawna Lavender, who was not renewed after nine seasons when the Wildcats finished 10th in the LSC in 2012-13.
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McLeod Pediatric Rehabilitation Provides Children with Advanced Therapeutic Support to Help Them Achieve Developmental Milestones
Children are truly a blessing. Their lighthearted, fearless nature and their desire to experience what the world has to offer are part of the innocence they possess. Some children grow into adolescence and adulthood with ease. Others need assistance to achieve their goals.
A team of Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Speech Language Pathologists specialize in:
- Pediatric therapeutic care and treatment of developmental delay
- Cerebral palsy
- Down syndrome
- Spina bifida
- Autism
- Orthopedic conditions
- Genetic disorders
- Muscular dystrophy
- Neurological conditions
The McLeod Pediatric Rehabilitation facility is equipped with:
- Individual Speech Therapy Rooms
- Occupational Therapy Treatment Rooms
- Quiet room for working with children with ADD & ADHD
- Large indoor gym with a play structure and equipment to address mobility needs
- 40 foot by 50 foot outdoor treatment area with a large play structure to address balance and mobility
McLeod Pediatric Rehabilitation is located in the Pinewood Village Shopping Center at 440 Second Loop Road, Florence. Please call (843) 777-4065 for more information.


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We have over 600 animal hospitals in 41 states and 4 Canadian provinces that are staffed by more than 3,000 fully-qualified, dedicated and compassionate veterinarians, with more than 400 being board-certified specialists.
The nationwide VCA family of general practice hospitals give your pet the very best in medical care, providing a full range of general medical and surgical services as well as specialized treatments such as wellness, spay/neuter, advanced diagnostic services (MRI/CT Scan), internal medicine, oncology, ophthalmology, dermatology, cardiology, neurology, boarding, and grooming. Services may vary by location.
Our family of pet hospitals stands out by delivering the greatest resources in order provide the highest quality care available for your pets. By maintaining the highest standards of pet health care available anywhere, we emphasize prevention as well as healing. We provide continuing education programs to our doctors and staff and promote the open exchange of professional knowledge and expertise. And finally, we have established a consistent program of procedures and techniques, proven to be the most effective in keeping pets healthy.
Our Emergency Number - 303 366 2639
VCA Alameda East Veterinary Hospital has been providing 24-hour emergency care to the community since 1971. Twenty-four hours a day, 365 days a year, there is experienced veterinary staff on site. With our capable staff and advanced medical/surgical capabilities we are able to provide a wide range of lifesaving procedures to treat the seriously ill or injured animal.