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Managed Access Points to New Profits
The industry has become enamored by the prospect of managed access control providing a path to recurring revenue bliss. The potential is real. Get an overview of how to succeed in this realm, including challenges, opportunities, types of services and partnering options.
Krista Ferndelli March 5, 2013
The awareness of managed security services is rapidly increasing, due to recent media coverage, industry conferences and various online education efforts. The managed-services business model offers traditionally project-focused systems integrators a great opportunity to generate a more consistent and reliable cash flow. Those qualities are particularly important during these more economically challenging times, and are easily understood and appealing to financial institutions and prospective buyers alike.
While numerous varieties of managed security services are emerging, this article focuses specifically on managed access control, which itself offers several permutations. Although certain forms of managed access have been around considerably longer than more high-profile managed security technologies and services such as virtual guarding and hosted video (for more on this, click here), adoption has remained somewhat limited. However, technology advances and end-user interest is bringing managed access control more into the mainstream of general security operations.
It's primetime for integrators to get into delivering managed access control services. Ahead you will learn about the different kinds of managed access, what constitutes a compelling return on investment proposition and who's out there to help ensure your success. Plus, two integrators share their positive experiences.
6 Flavors of Managed Access
Let's start by identifying and defining the different forms of managed access control. They are:
- Access Control software hosted in a third-party datacenter
- Web-portal access for database management
- Professional third-party database management
- Professional third-party reporting
- Professional third-party monitoring
- Professional third-party ingress management (a.k.a. virtual doorman)
In most cases of managed access sales, Nos. 1 and 2 above are the elements of the solution, while Nos. 3 and 4 are the most common add-ons. Nos. 5 and 6 are features that are available, but in many cases systems integrators that handle Nos. 1 through 4 for their customers are not equipped with a 24/7/365 monitoring center staffed with professionals trained to handle alarms generated by the access control system. Nor do they have the necessary training and processes in place for remotely handling requests to gain access through a gate or doorway.
While Nos. 5 and 6 are not as common in managed access proposals, they certainly should be. In many cases, end users invest in a substantial access control solution that turns into a simple electronic locking system as the database becomes out-of-date, people are hired, transferred, leave or are given new titles, the identification codes get damaged or removed, etc. In this fashion, the value of the access control system decreases substantially. When a delivery driver chooses to prop the door open to make his job easier, the security policy is not being followed. When nobody monitors this type of activity and the alarms generated by it, the perspective of employees, visitors and passersby is that there is no real security in place.
As hard as integrators work to develop the very best solutions for their customers, both technically and operationally, it may all be in vain if the proper protocols and procedures are not followed. Incorporating all of the features listed above will be the most effective means to properly secure access points for the end user. Managed access control should not be just hosted or operated, but truly managed.
5 Factors Determine the ROI
Aside from the feature sets and benefits, there are several factors in formulating a return on investment (ROI) for a truly managed access control system. They are:
- No server onsite — less dedicated rack space, bandwidth and IT overhead, reduced acquisition costs and risk of database tampering, no manual upgrades/updates, and continuous uptime monitoring
- Web portal — easy and convenient way for end users to review access-related data and information, and database management from any Web-enabled computer or mobile device
- Professional management — guaranteed response time, no need for trained staff, peace of mind that updates are made correctly and less time spent handling the system
- Professional monitoring — security policy enforcement, heightened situational awareness and effective response
- Virtual doorman — reduction of resources allocated to handle visitor entry and other processes of ingress
Integrators Tell Success Stories
It is clear to see how a managed access control solution can benefit end users, but what about the integrator? If these services offered no real value proposition to an end user, it wouldn't matter how great it is for the integrator because nobody would pay for it. However, it is apparent customers are willing to invest in these resources, especially when they can realize a payback within a year or so of their initial investment.
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The Value of a Volt
posted at 10:50 am on August 1, 2010 by Doctor Zero
How much is a new Chevy Volt electric car worth?
The sticker price is $41,000. However, with federal subsidies, you could pay as little as $33,500. Additional subsidies provided by the state of California could knock it down even lower, for residents of the Golden State. So what's the price?
$41,000, of course. The subsidies just mean you don't pay all of it. The utterly bankrupt federal government takes money from other taxpayers, and uses it to discount your purchase. Since California is teetering on the edge of total collapse, and may well require federal bailouts in the near future, taxpayers across the country could end up paying additional sums to support Volt purchases that happen to occur within the state of California. These transfer payments are mixed into the thickening concrete surrounding the American economy, making it just a few inches deeper.
But wait, there's more. Almost four hundred million dollars in federal subsidies were pumped directly into the design and production of the Volt. The initial production run consists of just ten thousand units, with 45,000 more planned for 2012 if sales are good. This would add just over $7200 more in taxpayer subsidies to each Volt produced over the next two years. Since 2012 production will be scaled back if early sales are disappointing, it might be more logical to add the subsidies to the first 10,000 units only, which would leave early adopters outside of California paying $33,500 for a car which actually costs $81,000 per unit, with taxpayers picking up the remainder. It's actually even worse than that, because GM expects to lose money on every Volt sale. Those losses will be spread among other GM products, or perhaps wiped out with further taxpayer subsidies.
The Volt would not exist at all, if the government had not performed an elaborate voodoo ritual which involved burning $50 billion in taxpayer cash and sprinkling the ashes over the United Auto Workers union. This raised General Motors from its free-market grave, and placed it at the service of those who killed it. How much of this fifty billion should be divided among the Volt production run to calculate its true, final value?
There was no great consumer demand for the Volt. Toyota has been doing quite well selling the Prius, and Nissan has its own electric car, the Leaf, on the way. The purpose of seizing money from taxpayers to finance the Volt was preserving the jobs of union members politically connected to the Democrat Party, a point President Obama underlined in a recent speech in Detroit:
"If some folks had their way, none of this would be happening," Obama said, as Chrysler workers booed his reference to Republicans who voted against the bailout. "Just want to point that out. Right? This plant and your jobs might not exist. There were leaders of the 'just say no' crowd in Washington. They were saying, 'Oh, standing by the auto industry would guarantee failure.' One of them called it 'the worst investment you could possibly make.'"
The folks who would have prevented this glorious moment in State engineering would be you, the taxpayers, who would never have agreed to pay almost fifty grand apiece to underwrite the production and sale of a little fleet of tiny cars with laughable battery cruise ranges… and overall fuel efficiency that would take decades to equal the cost of purchasing and fueling a more attractive, existing vehicle that didn't require massive government subsidies.
Obama is lying through his teeth when he refers to the GM bailout as an "investment" Politicians love to throw that word around, because they think it makes them sound like savvy businessmen. Investments are voluntaryacts, conducted with the expectation of return. You were compelled to pay for the development of the Volt, and unless you're one of the tiny percentage of the public who purchase one, you will receive nothing in return for these payments. You paid to preserve the jobs of rich and powerful labor unions, and provide a handsome discount to the few buyers who find the emotional satisfaction of saluting Green dogma to be worth $33,500. Virtually no onewould be willing to pay the true price of $81,000 for that satisfaction.
Subsidies and mandates based on ideology hopelessly distort the value of products, confusing the marketplace in the same manner as consumer fraud and theft. It's as if car dealers were in the practice of routinely stealing automobiles from other states, and reselling them at steep discounts. The ability of the consumer to assess value and make rational purchases, expressing their demands and allowing the distributed intelligence of the markets to allocate resources efficiently in response, is destroyed.
Worst of all, consumers never see the opportunity costs of enforcing political mandates on the economy. They never see what could have been done with all the money taken from them to provide subsidies to the politically connected. They'll never know what other auto manufacturers would have done to win over the market share released by the richly-deserved death of General Motors, or how many jobs would have been created by the production of goods the free people of the United States actually want.
The number of Chevy Volts desired by those free people is zero. By government decree, there will be up to 55,000 of them gathering dust in the far corners of three-car garages by 2012. The government didn't subsidize this boondoggle. The "government" doesn't subsidize anything. You do.Imagine what the taxpayers of America might have done with the billions taken away from them to produce those cars, divide that lost value by 55,000, and you will begin to comprehend the true cost of a Chevy Volt.
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Thread: The Good And The Bad (Week 8)
Re: The Good And The Bad (Week 8)
Second game in a row our defense gave up over 400 total yards mostly through the air. We could set the rushing defense record and still be lower than a top 10 defense if this keeps up.
10-29-2006, 07:09 PM #14Regular 1st Stringer
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I would say Jamal and the running game was somewhat effective, but not quite what you would like it to ulitmately be and that inability to really grind things out and make it a shorter game when you're ahead is part of the reason why the Saints were able to put up so many yards in the second half.
As far as the seconday, clearly there's some kind of communication issue that has failed to have been addressed. That has to come back to the coaching.
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Re: The Good And The Bad (Week 8)
Ronnie Prude should be starting, at least to see how it goes. He can't possibly be any worse than Rolle is right now.''You'd love to go on the first day but I'm glad for the situation I'm in,'' he said. ''Baltimore knows how to play defense.''
Re: The Good And The Bad (Week 8)
Jamal only had 109 yards because they played to stop him the whole game, which set McNair up and he took advantage. If you wrote a script this would be it, with maybe Jamal ripping off a few good ones at the end to get his stats up. I don't care about those big runs at the end to pump stats, he chewed up the Saints 3.5 at a time. Yeah, no HUGE runs but he was only stopped a few times at the line, he got 2 to 5 each carry. Positive yards. Most importantly, he wasn't tap dancing. It looked like he was lined up deeper and getting a bit of steam up. Somebody else noted that he seemed to be closer to the LOS under Fassel, it looks like Billick has moved him back which means he gets going while looking for the hole.
Re: The Good And The Bad (Week 8)
Hey guys,
3.5 + 3.5 + 3.5 = 10
Last time I checked 10 yards is a first down and you get 3 tries.
Jamal did fine today.
The last time I felt like this was after the Tampa game."This year, our attitude when were on the field is were attacking, we want to put points on the board and then let our defense pin their ears back and have at it."
-Mark Clayton
Re: The Good And The Bad (Week 8)
My List as follows;
Brian Billick - Seriously, could it be that Matt Cavanaugh and Jim Fassel just flat out sucked as offensive coordinators? The only thing we didn't see today from the offense was a screen pass, and quite frankly we didn't need to use one. Jamal Lewis in at Fullback?? A Quarterback Draw? A fake end around to clear Heap into wide open space? Putting Clarence Moore in the SLOT and not fade routing him? PLAY ACTION?? I saw things I simply haven't seen in YEARS with this offense. If this is the real Brian Billick run offense, sign me up!
Steve McNair - Hey, call it as you see it. After 5 weeks of sub-par play, the guy was flat out on fire today. And unlike other hypocrites on these boards, I'll say the same thing I said with Carolina. Lucky tipped pass or not, that Heap TD looks the same on the sheet as if no one but Heap touched it. Poor throw, but that was one of only two poor throws he made all day. He was crisp, he took some big shots and kept going. A good day indeed. PLEASE let this be the McNair we paid for, and not just a one week flash.
Receivers and TE's - I think I'm the only one who didn't get a catch today! Let's see: Mason, Clayton, Heap, Wilcox, D-Will, Moore, and Musa Smith, all with catches today. Clarence Moore with a touchdown? And it wasn't a fade? AND he took a hit in the process? Again, maybe Jim Fassel simply didn't know how to use "Big Drink", because Billick seemed to have no problem getting an easy TD out of him.
Defense - 5 turnovers. 2 of them interceptions for touchdowns. I believe that is a first in Ravens history if I read the TV graphic right. They weren't flawless today (see below), but half that 35 spot belongs to them I believe.
Samari Rolle - I'm really starting to get tired of seeing Rolle turn around and just look at a receiver as he catches the ball 2 yards away. I'm also getting tired of watching him get burned on the big plays. I'm really getting tired of Samari Rolle.
Ed Reed - Yeah, I said it. How many games without an interception now? It's time for him to stop screwing around and start playing safety again. Yes, he's a ballhawk. But news flash, you can't let the ball get by you.
The Saints - That was the worst performance from a 5-1 team I have ever seen. Reggie Bush? Please. We even made him call for fair catches today. Hey rookie, take that shit back to the PAC-10. I actually felt bad for Drew Brees until he started throwing his own bad interceptions. There came a point in this game when I really felt the Saints should have just forfeited and saved the embarrassment. Feel good story? Not this chapter.
Ben Rothlesberger - Oh yeah, Ben R is such the awesome quarterback. Gee, how good is he now without Gerome Bettis.........and Plaxico Burress.........and Randle-El. Yeah, that's what I thought. Good night Steelers, thanks for trying to play.
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Re: The Good And The Bad (Week 8)
I think our secondary needs to step it up in a big way especially going against Cinci next week, but I don't think everyone needs to be as critical as they are for several reasons.
1. Teams playing from behind are gonna get a lot of passing yards, its just the way it goes
2. Drew Brees has been a very well protected QB this season and with a lot of 1 on 1 coverages, a lot of pressure is needed.
3. Scheming left Ray Lewis covering Marques Colston on one of those TDs, not the DBs.
4. Seemed from replays that a lot of their long TD's were not so much our CB's getting burnt but missed tackles (I'm not saying thats a good thing, but at least Rolle wasnt getting left running 10 yds behind open receivers like against Carolina)
5. We forced them to be one dimensional and throw the ball and that might cause them to put up big numbers but we took advantage of it and got a lot of INT's today. Think teh Ravens D in 2000 when the Jets and Vinny T came out throwing. We had like 7 turnovers that game?
5a. Drew Brees threw only one more TD to his receivers than to our DBs. If opposing teams can only come out with a "+1 TD" passing ratio, that's not so bad considering we're not gonna give up many rushing TDs...
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Re: The Good And The Bad (Week 8)
I agree whole heartedly with Stinger.
I didn't expect much from Billick's play calling, but I was VERY impressed by it. We actually looked like a real offense yesterday, and for once, the opposing defense didn't know what was coming. The pass to Heap on third and two was the best play call I've seen around here in years.
I've been a critic of Steve McNair as of late, but he also impressed me with his performance. He threw the ball with some zip, he was extremely accurate, and he produced touchdowns. Awesome performance.
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Re: The Good And The Bad (Week 8)Are these players actually playing their coverage schemes??
These are fixable problems, though, and the difference between this and last week is situational. As someone else posted, a huge number of Brees' yards and TDs were after the game was well in hand.
The secondary has issues that need to be addressed, but remember - with a run defense that is THIS good, that's going to inherently put more pressure on the secondary. More throwing by the opposing offense means more opportunity to get burned but also more opportunity to make big plays. They've been doing a lot of both, and it's certainly possible for them to cut down on the first.
Re: The Good And The Bad (Week 8)
Well, it's time the Ravens also started to get more of a pass rush out of their entire front 4. I thought Pryce and AD did a great job of getting to Brees in certain circumstances, but is it concerning anyone else that we're not hearing Haloti Ngata's name at all during the game anymore? That lack of pass rush is letting QB's sit back there and throw into our secondary. That is something Rex Ryan does need to fix.
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I was also a bit perplexed at the lack of a pass rush in the second half, but I really couldn't tell if it was a scheme thing or that they just weren't able to get to Brees. Over the course of the season the pass rush has been pretty stellar. The secondary, however -- :grbac:
I will be very surprised if Carson Palmer doesn't throw mucho times in Rolle's direction next week, so we better have some pressure on Palmer, because if not we will probably once again watch Rolle watching some WR running past him.
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I must say I saw a lot more diversity yesterday with our offense than I expected to see. I really expected to see more of the same, figuring no matter who was calling the plays they were still Billick's plays. I was really impressed ~ way to go Brian! I'm still not sold on Jamal or Moore but if I see a couple more weeks of the McNair I saw yesterday I will be more than ready to eat crow on my opinion of him.
I think if I was Ryan I would sit Rolle for a game, maybe it would help him. They say sometimes it helps to just watch for a game. I really don't see how it could be that much worse with Prude.. of course, I don't know that I'm brave enough to do it with Palmer coming in. Rolle just seems to have totally lost his game, his tackling was really bad yesterday on the rare occasions he actually caught up with somebody.


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I'm looking to purchase a camera and have been wondering about the performance of compacts vs mirrorless styles of cameras. As far as a budget goes, somewhere in the neighborhood of $700 is doable. Less would be better, obviously.
Being that a lot of my photography will be outdoors and hiking, most rangefinders with their kit lenses are eliminated from contention right off the bat because they aren't pocketable. One exception seems to be the Sony alpha-NEX line. When they aren't powered on, the depth of the camera looks to be about 2.5" around the lens only…not the most comfortable to carry around but definitely doable. Other brands come with huge kit lenses that could be replaced if the budget allows for it.
The Sony RX100 and RX100II, and the Ricoh GR seem to be top choices for compacts, with the zoom capabilities of the Sony being the only thing in my mind keeping it in contention with the larger sensor Ricoh. Looking at mirrorless, the entire Sony NEX line stands out because of pocketability, but if I am able to find a good deal on a small zoom lens or a couple of small primes then the options for rangefinder cameras could be nearly limitless.
My concerns are many. First and foremost, will the mirrorless cameras take inherently higher IQ shots (as I have seemed to gather from quite a few message boards), or is this notion from times past before larger sensor compacts hit the market? If so, how much quality is sacrificed going with a zoom lens vs primes? I do not see myself carrying a large collection of lenses, and I am concerned about damaging the gear if I am messing around with swapping lenses while hiking (and the cost in dollars and weight of keeping everything safe and clean). I don't plan on printing large images at the time (though I could see getting into that in the future), so should I should set my budget considerably lower?
As for my preferences for photography, I tend to prefer wide angle shots but I am often in places where zoom could come in handy. Trips to Glacier, the Grand Canyon, Costa Rica and Shenandoah are planned for the next year. I like taking shots near sunset like everyone else, so low-light capture might be important, and I don't have a tri-pod yet but will be getting one for hiking trips.
Thanks in advance,
MaxFeb 27, 2014 at 3:38 pm #2077827
Hey Max,
Looks like you've pretty much done your research. The RX100 seems to be a killer little camera if you need the flexibility of different focal lengths. I've heard it's not as good at the longer end of the zoom. The Ricoh GR will probably give you the best image quality of what you've listed by quite a bit. Looks like an excellent camera if you like 28mm. Like you said the Nexs might be an option if you're willing to swap lenses but the interchangeable cameras + lens are usually larger than fixed lens cameras because part of the lens is in the body. IMO the Nex line doesn't quite have the magic of some of the other cameras out there unless you want to spend a lot more on great lenses. Others might disagree.
For reference I've used a Fuji X100, Ricoh GXR w/ the leica m mount, Canon S90, Sony A7r, and Sigma DP2 merrill. I briefly upgraded to the A7r recently from the sigma but decided not to keep the sony because the DP2m is so damn good for the price and size and I like the pics more. If they fit your needs, the Sigmas are unbeatable for image quality for size/price/weight but they definitely aren't for everyone. Shameless plug but I'm selling the Fuji and Ricoh. PM me if you're interested.
IMO something like the RX100 has quite a bit better IQ than even the more "serious" smaller sensored cameras like the canon s90/95/100, lumix lx7, etc. Sensor size isn't everything but is meaningful. APS-C seems to be the sweet spot of price/IQ/camera size. M43 has its followers but the cameras are usually similar price and size to the NEX/Ricoh/Fuji APS-C cameras.
Edit: I'd also recommend at least checking out used stuff. I've always bought used cameras and lenses and especially if you can find something with some cosmetic flaws you can get some deals. I'd recommend checking out rangefinderforum, getdpi, and fredmiranda used gear forums. The amazon warehouse deals are good too and have a 30 day guarantee, although I've found their condition descriptions all over the place.Feb 27, 2014 at 6:08 pm #2077862
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He other line you might want to consider is the nikon 1 cameras. I have been really happy with my nikon V1 and have been deviating on if I want to pick up the waterproof aw1 that they have available.
What I like about the V1 is at it is fairly small but still have a nice viewfinder on it. There are also some very nice lenses available for it
The other nice thing about he nikon 1 cameras is that due to the 1" sensor the lenses are much smaller than most other cameras.
Normally I carry mine in a dashpoint 30 case or else mounted on a capture clip that is attached to my backpack at chest levelFeb 27, 2014 at 11:50 pm #2077948
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I've been having the same debate with myself for a while; a lot of the micro-four-thirds look appealing but have (almost) decided on the Ricoh GR.
I already have a Ricoh and the handling, position of controls and so forth is really well thought-out; the ability to customise button function is useful.
That said one of the deciding factors for me is not having to take a lens cap off and on – which you don't with the GR. I keep my camera (a GX200) in an Ortlieb Snap so it is right where I want it for pretty much one-handed operation; I'll be able to0 do the same with the GR.Feb 28, 2014 at 3:50 am #2077958
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I'll second the recommendation to buy used as well. Check out KEH.com. Adorama and B&H also sell used gear. I just recently picked up a Micro Four Thirds kit consisting of a Panasonic G5, Panasonic 14mm, and Sigma 30mm for under $500 all off the mu-43.com forums. They have a very active B/S/T board and if you decide to go the m4/3 route its a good place to look. I posted WTB ads for each item and had multiple reasonable offers within 24 hours.
As far as which camera to choose I'll offer my experience. I had a Nikon D300 that I used for the occasional paid job. Didn't like lugging it on hikes so I got an Olympus XZ-1 P&S. The controls were ok but I didn't like the IQ much. It was fine for posting to Flickr/Facebook but the prints were nothing special. Went back to carrying the D300 for a while then decided ~6 lbs of camera was ridiculous again. Got the m4/3 gear and it weighs half as much and it all fits into a 2L waistpack. I like the files much better than the P&S although I haven't had a chance to get prints made yet. I used a Panasonic G3 previously and got some great prints out of it so I'm confident the G5 will be good too.
I wish I had tried the Sony RX100. If you don't want the hassle of interchangeable lenses I think it would be a good option. But I really like being able to use my Nikon lenses on the Panasonic, especially my 55mm f/3.5 Micro. Personally I couldn't do with only a single focal length like the X100 or GR. I like to shoot a mixture of landscapes, people pictures, and macro and that's hard to do with just a wide angle lens. A two or three lens kit suits me much better. YMMV.
AdamFeb 28, 2014 at 12:13 pm #2078085
Thank you all for your feedback. The suggestion to look into smaller sensor cameras and their accompanying smaller lenses is a great one. I'll look into the Ortlieb and other carrying methods as well.
Brendan, how have you found the Merrill to work on the trail? I have come across snipets of info before seeing your excitement for it, now that I have done read a number of articles on the Sigma it is definitely seeming more interesting. I am ok with the idea of the Sigma not being ok to use at dawn or dusk, but for regular use while walking are you able to stabilze it enough without the use of a tripod? I think I would be perfectly fine with the long write times and slower than average focus while on the move, but I could not see myself taking out a tripod unless I was stopped for a meal break or at camp.Feb 28, 2014 at 1:04 pm #2078102
I basically never use a tripod. I have the little ballhead off of a gorillapod that I've adapted to attach to a trekking pole but I've hardly ever used it. I find it fine for sunrise/sunset but it has some funky flares sometimes if shooting directly into the sun. I shoot mostly black and white and the higher ISOs are much more usable than with color. With color 400 is pretty much the limit. Good news is it's razor sharp wide open so you don't really need to stop down. My blog has lots of shots if you want to check out the types of stuff I've used it for. http://outlivingblog.wordpress.com/Feb 28, 2014 at 1:58 pm #2078118
Amazing pics Brendan. That part of the country is really special. I hiked the Paria a few years back, your photos really do justice to slots and canyon walls. Now I just need to move west and buy a raft.Feb 28, 2014 at 2:28 pm #2078134
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take a look at the Panasonic GM1 with 12-32mm lens :
(photo stolen from the net)Feb 28, 2014 at 4:17 pm #2078181
Mark CashmereBPL Member
@tinkrtoyLocale: NEOH
I'll be honest Brendan, I pull up your blog at work when I need a piece of serenity. Love those shots! I've thought about picking up a Sigma, but I always find myself in the quandary of 'it's the photographer, not the camera'. How difficult is it to get those shots with the DP2m? Are you fiddling a lot? I hear the Sigmas can be quirky to use and to be completely honest I like using my Nikon D40 with the 35mm f/1.8G prime lens practically in auto mode when taking pics, but it is so darn bulky to carry. If the Sigma had an OVF or EVF I would be in. Trying to find a compromise, but back panel LCDs seem to be winning. Doesn't really give you that 'street-photog' feel that I enjoy.
Thanks for posting the pics nonethelessFeb 28, 2014 at 4:35 pm #2078192
Hi Mark, it's pricey but a Sigma viewfinder is available.
I have read that the quickest way to take shots with the viewfinder and save some battery power is turn the LCD off and put it in sleep mode.Feb 28, 2014 at 4:57 pm #2078195
Thanks for the comments on the pics.
I forgot to mention battery life on the sigmas. It's almost hilariously bad. I bought like 20 batteries from ebay for a couple bucks a piece. They're slightly different from the sigma batteries and require a small amount of surgery to fit but they work. They're tiny and light and cheap so I've gotten used to it.
No viewfinder does suck, but agin I've just come to accept most of the quirks.
Really the Sigmas are kinda a lot to put up with and they're pretty limited in what they can shoot but they do what they do extremely well. The Ricoh is probably a lot better all-around camera for most people if you're okay with the one focal length option. I don't really think I'd recommend the Sigmas as an only camera or just for snapshots documenting a trip.Feb 28, 2014 at 5:50 pm #2078211
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Appreciate the truth, Brendan.
Max, ya almost had me with that viewfinder but I think I will stick with my amateur status rolling my D40 and S100…Mar 12, 2014 at 11:58 am #2082168
Jacob DBPL Member
@jacobdLocale: North Bay
Did you ever decide on a camera to go with? I've come from full frame SLR, to compact SLR, to APS-C mirrorless, and now finally to large sensor compact. It would be hard NOT to recommend giving the RX100 a shot.
I'd third the suggestion to buy used (whichever camera you decide on). If it's not your cup of tea you should be able to resell it at a negligible loss, worst case. I picked my RX100 up for $350 used and I have seen them go for less.
My NEX 5N is still very much my primary camera, and I see no reason to change that. I wanted the RX100 to take along on runs and trips where I'd like to be fast and light. If you're under the impression that the NEX's are pocketable… sorry to be the bearer of bad news – but they're really not unless you've got extra big pockets and the smallest possible lens. Being an interchangeable lens cameras is the strength of the NEX, not pocketability.
The RX100 is *just* pocketable. It's a solid 8.5 ounces and just a tad bit smaller than a NEX body.
From an image quality standpoint the RX100 is top of class. I've only just started using mine but I can see it's a very capable little camera. It does lack in the ability to hold/recover highlight detail when compared to the APS-C sensor of the NEX, probably same applies to the shadow detail… but impressive performance none the less.
Strikes against the RX100 are it's lack of an articulating LCD screen, and lack of a viewfinder option – both of which are available on the RX100 mark II. The power on/off time is also a little long for my taste, but the lens has to do it's thang… so there's that.
Anyway, food for thought if you haven't decided yet!
By the way, this is neither here nor there, but Sony has killed off the "NEX" name. Going forward they're now using Alpha a5000, Alpha a6000, etc… These are essentially the new NEX bodies with the same approx size, appearance, and lens mount.Aug 5, 2014 at 10:11 am #2124876
I want to thank everyone again for all the terrific input. I have learned a lot more about cameras than I thought I would when I set out to find one to buy.
I ended up with a Canon EOS M (the slow-focusing one) with a 22mm f2 pancake lens. It is heavy at 15 oz including the lens cap and strap, but it's a small package. The price on these has been dropping, unlike my other bills, and I pulled the trigger as an impulse buy when I saw it on slickdeals for $249 including the lens, with no taxes and free shipping.
I thought it would be fun to try astrophotography while I'm out on hikes, and a fast lens became a feature I really wanted. In the $600-700 range, I was going back and forth between the Fuji X-E1, the Sigma DP Merrill 1 (the amazing daytime shots had me seriously considering giving up all flexibility for low-light situations), and to a lesser extent the Ricoh GR. Larger sensors were appealing. I think I would have gotten the Fuji if not for the Canon sale I came across…their lenses sound great and I like the colors I'm seeing in their sample images.
Anyway, thanks again to everyone, and I'll post some images when I take it on a proper trip later this month.
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Since this would be for the GF's use as well, then I'd say a .38 is a pretty good choice.
I would agree with this.
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quote:My response was to this (.38 for GF) and this only, which is why I quoted that statement.
Since this would be for the GF's use as well, then I'd say a .38 is a pretty good choice.
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for home protection.
It wud be used for me shooting around w the boys and for gf on days when I am not home for her protection as well.
A lot of other guns have already been mentioned, but I don't think most really apply.
686 or GP100
Such as an XD,
Having said all that, the single best home defense gun is actually a shotgun,
Back to your OP, I think you'd be better served with a compact/full size semi auto for shooting with your sons and home defense. I'd take a look at either a Glock 19 or Smith and Wesson M&P. Both are 9mm, fairly light, low recoil, more capacity, and better overall for novice/new shooters. The snappy recoil of a short-barrel revolver might turn off a new or inexperienced shooter. Just my thoughts.
I suggest either a remington or mossberg youth pump 20 gauge. The youth models will be easy for your GF to handle, and are better suited for in home self defense anyway because they have shorter barrels and stocks.
You can safely ignore most of the stuff in this thread.
Sorry Downshift, a handgun is a excellent fighting weapon.
Unlike a revolver, if there is no bang there is the added step of pressing the slide release and then pumping to eject the bad shell.
A shotgun is a horrible fighting weapon after 100 yards, probably even over 50
Strong statement, bro. There are quite a few knowledgeable members here who have given solid advice. I was the one who mentioned a full sized revolver and others mentioned a 12 gauge.
He's saying that in terms of ballistics, the mythical "knockdown power" does not exist with handguns. You can take a 12 gauge and blow someone's organs out of their ass. The same will not happen with a 9mm, 40, or 45. Granted, a pistol is a very compact weapon, that is its only advantage.
Comparing a handgun to a shotgun, you get more rounds with a handgun, so there it has the edge. But the muzzle energy is far superior for the shotgun, and the shot pattern will be larger than any handgun round (not saying you can shoot from the hip, but the pattern will be larger nonetheless). Also, having a weapon on your shoulder is much easier to control than one in your trembling hands.
Compared to a battle rifle (not "assault" rifle), the rifle can hold more rounds, it's easier to reload, and the rounds are much more effective at causing organ damage. It isn't as compact as a pistol, and that is the one advantage it has over a battle rifle. The rifle is also shoulder mounted so it holds that advantage there.
Wrong. If the firing pin drops, there is no need to push the release when you actuate the pump. It will be pushed for you. All you have to do is pump. I'm not arguing that it is less simple than a revolver, but the added step you mention is null and void.
Precision of the pistol wins out there. Why you even brought a battle rifle (which would be chambered in .308 or similarly way-too-fricking-large-for-home-defense- caliber I do not understand. Again apples to oranges.
You are claiming that the spread and initial energy from a shotgun is the kicker for making it a better choice than a pistol.
Sorry if I have offended you love for the smooth bore, but I was not advising against a shotgun or saying it was a poor choice for home defense. I was simply saying i would get the revolver if the OP is looking for a pistol as a home defense option.
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COLUMBIA, Mo. - As ABC 17 News reported Wednesday, Columbia Police Chief Ken Burton pitched a new city curfew as an answer to reduce crime.
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Wednesday, city officials held a press conference at City Hall to talk proposals to help solve crime. One of those ideas has city leaders disagreeing on imposing a city curfew for youth 17 years of age and younger.
Research shows curfews won't always have an impact.
Columbia as a city is now divided.
"There is absolutely no reason any children under 17 should be downtown at 1 o'clock in the morning," said Burton.
"What I don't think we need is a curfew," said Councilman Michael Trapp.
A study from the University of Central Florida shows "curfew ordinances fail." The study further stated the general conclusion of dozens of similar studies is mixed.
But, a handful of other studies state curfews do result in a reduction in crime.
"What we are doing is putting our children in harms way by not recognizing that there are dangers out there and there are multiple dangers out there late at night," said Burton.
Burton went on to state there is nothing open and nothing for them to do.
The American Law and Economic Review conducted research showing youth arrests were directly impacted by curfews, with crime dropping nearly 15 percent in the first year.
The same study also shows arrests of young adults in their late teens and early 20s were not directly impacted by a curfew.
"A curfew violation is what we call a 'status crime' -- you're not guilty of what your doing but who you are," City Councilman Michael Trapp said.
Trapp is against a curfew.
"I did watch the video, the people involved were older than 17," Trapp said.
"The three victims injured were 20 and 19 years old and the shooter is 20," Burton said.
In today's news conference, Trapp told the audience curfews will only increase the number of people in the justice system -- not change people's behavior.
The American Law and Economic Review study also showed no correlation between an imposed curfew and decreasing crime rates with the number of police officers enforcing the curfew.
Trapp did note more police need to be on the streets. He's hoping next year's budget will allow that to happen.
Officials told ABC 17 News that Burton sent surveys to nearly 30 other cities asking about their current curfews.


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Meatloaf was a staple in my house growing up. My mom would always shape it into a circle and then fill it with mashed potatoes before she served it. It was a fun and delicious meal that we looked forward to. As many of you know I am a veggie hider, I like to put them in unexpected places my kids can not detect. This is another one of my favorite recipes! It is delcious and moist and it makes fantastic left overs for a sandwich! Only 5 points per serving! Enjoy!
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It is easy to get caught up in focusing on tactics and channels that you have yet to explore. You might hear of a new social network on Monday and wonder if it is worth exploring for your business, and by Thursday you have forgotten about it and are planning to try a new ad campaign on Facebook. However, this may mean you are missing an opportunity to leverage existing relationships and channels to get your message across.
For example:
-In terms of SEO, could you get a relevant supplier or partner to link to your website or your latest useful and informative blog post?
-When it comes to social media marketing, could another supplier mention you in a post or even one of their promoted posts? Perhaps they owe you a favour or would just be glad to help – or perhaps you could swap mentions.
-Is it possible to place a banner or marketing message on a high-traffic page on your website?
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Arctic melting may help parasites infect new hosts
Grey seals are encountering a killer microbe as they move north
By Tina Hesman Saey, 16:50 PM February 14, 2014
CHICAGO— Along with melting Arctic ice comes an erosion of natural barriers that once separated parasites from hosts.
That erosion has allowed at least two pathogens to infect marine mammals they were previously unknown in, said Michael Grigg, a molecular parasitologist at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Md. He reported the findings February 13 at the annual meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.
A newly identified parasite was once frozen safely away...
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I loved the sparkle gown she tried on in the preview. Disappointed in the one she chose. Sean was probably crying because his hair looked bad. The best hairdresser did Catherine's hair so why was her right ear exposed? Loved the cellos but not the song she chose to walk down the aisle..flowers were nice but why the two ugly grey lanterns? They should have been white. In the credits it told who made cake. Etc. why didn't we get to see the cake, tables, and reception venue? When they gave preview clips Chris kept saying you never know what will happen when old rivals get together..guess we will never know?! Overall disappointed! But do wish them well.
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Everyone touts the benefits of a GIS. But vendors sometimes gloss over the painstaking and time-consuming steps required to develop a viable system—gathering and inputting the reference points for each and every asset and importing that location information into a mapping program—and the expertise required to set up a geo-database and run queries.
It can take years to become skilled in GIS applications.
When faced with a March federal deadline for developing a program to manage storm sewer discharges, the public service department of Pataskala, Ohio, had neither the time nor the resources to complete a key step: mapping stormwater outfalls.
The 12,000-resident city doesn't have an income tax, so departments are chronically under-funded, says Alison Terry, former director of planning and former assistant to the city administrator, floodplain manager, and stormwater manager. So the department asked local engineering, architectural, and environmental consulting firm—and former "city engineer"—DLZ OHIO Inc. for a solution.
DLZ created an outfall inventory management system that allows owners of municipal separate stormwater sewer systems (MS4) to map stormwater outfall data without investing in GIS software, hardware, and technicians. The system includes an MS Access database that can be used with GIS tools provided by Google Earth.
Instead of sending employees into the field to gather the data with GPS equipment that it didn't have and would have to buy, the department paid the firm a one-time fee of $102,000 to collect and input all information regarding the outfall system. During the course of the three-year project, DLZ also helped write a city ordinance to meet National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System MS4 requirements.
The next step: import the database into a GIS to map the outfall inventory. Rather than pay an additional $10,000 to $15,000 for a GIS, and hire a GIS specialist, the city paid $400 to use Google Earth Pro for one year.
Designed for commercial use, Google Earth Pro combines Google's search engine with satellite imagery, maps, terrain, and 3-D buildings, so that anyone with a PC and an Internet connection can access the world's geographic information. The interface provides base layers, allows users to pan and zoom to a specified location, and lets them print maps.
DLZ converted the outfall inventory into a KML (Keyhole Markup Language) file, which is overlayed into Google Earth as an additional layer to create outfall maps.
Typically, a trained GIS operator must collect base layers, import the outfall inventory, and create maps. But with Google Earth Pro and the DLZ database, these steps are done automatically every time the application is launched. Plus, it takes less than an hour to become an expert on using it.
"It cannot get any simpler," says Mel Meng, PE, an environmental engineer with DLZ.
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The ECJ's Advocate General deems the green energy law to be flawed on the basis that it violates the free movement of goods rules.
We focus on three interesting developments in energy policy. China aims to cut energy intensity further in 2014 by 3.9 percent; the Indian Supreme Court ordered the Environment Ministry to establish a regulator at the national level by 31 March 2014; and the Indonesian Government's new energy policy calls for gradual cuts in fossil fuel use and an increased share of renewables.


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Bloomington, MN US
Met Center
Setlists during this tour included: We're Gonna Groove, Dazed and Confused, Heartbreaker, Bring It On Home, White Summer / Black Mountainside, Since I've Been Loving You, Organ solo / Thank You, What Is and What Should Never Be, Moby Dick, How Many More Times, Whole Lotta Love.
review: Led Zeppelin Was Good and Loud
Led Zeppelin, a decibel-driven dirigible, screamed out a frenzied menu of hard rock to the delight of a large throng of turned-on admirers at the Metropolitan Sports Center Sunday night.
The Zeppelin, a British four-man group that specializes in hard, cerebral rock, made a din that made a North Stars crowd in full cry sound like a mewling baby.
The rock concert was set back an hour and a half to accommodate the playoff activities of the local icemen. The crowd had to wait yet another 75 minutes for the performance while the assorted amplifiers were connected and an organ was persuaded to work.
The result for the audience was a happy one as they seemed to get everything they wanted from the wailing rhythms that engulfed the farthest corner of the arena.
As the lights dimmed and the musty, sweet aroma of burning "grass" lifted from all parts of the crowd, much of the throng swept out of the aisles closer to the loudspeakers that were set up on the ice sheet.
The Zeppelin presented offerings ranging from an opening number that was a screaming nightmare of psychedelic horror to a rippling guitar solo by lead guitarist, Jimmy Page.
The lead vocalist, Robert Plant, shared his own nightmares with a faulty P.A. system with the audience and played an exuberant harmonica in a rock blues number entitled, "Bring It On Home".
Page's solo was a thing of beauty and was suppressed in comparison to the tumult of many of the other numbers. At times, his guitar would display the Eastern beauty of a sitar and then suddenly he would be back in the Western rock idiom.
Why the Zeppelin and other groups like, composed obviously of talented individuals, have to make music with every electronic stop pulled out is another question. (P. Vaughan / MN Star, April 1970)
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4/5 stars by darpan
Good for: Engaging Stage Presence, Great Lighting
Bad for: Too Loud
Suitable for: Adults, Teenagers
I hope they came again because i want to see the show again.. I liked it very much!
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Good for: Crowd Was In To It, Engaging Stage Presence
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Wonerful dance, performance and music.. Dont miss it out!!
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Riverdance is a theatrical show consisting of traditional Irish step dancing , notable for its rapid leg movements while body and arms are kept largely stationary.
Riverdance was first performed during the interval of the 1994 Eurovision Song Contest on April 30. This first performance featured Irish Dancing Champion Jean Butler, Michael Flatley and the Celtic choral group Anúna with a score written by Bill Whelan . Flatley choreographed for himself and Jean Butler choreographed her solo and the troupe. Many of the dance troupe featured in this performance subsequently went on to dance principal roles in later productions of "Riverdance the Show". Riverdance is produced and directed by husband and wife, John McColgan and Moya Doherty, controlled through their production company Abhann Productions based in Dublin.
Riverdance continues to be performed all over the world, albeit in a diminished format and in smaller venues than hitherto. Current productions are geared towards smaller theatres, whereas past productions have been performed in large theatres and arenas. Each production company is named after an Irish river . Currently performing companies are the Boyne touring in North America, Corrib in Europe, and Foyle in Ireland.


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Made in Kangiqliniq: Ceramics and Sculpture from Rankin Inlet
08 Dec 2007 - 27 Apr 2008
Situated on the west coast of Hudson Bay, Rankin Inlet (Kangiqliniq in Inuktitut) has been home to such master stone carvers as John Tiktak (1916–1981) and John Kavik (1897–1993), both acclaimed for their powerful, minimalist renditions of the human form. This Nunavut community is also the site of a unique ceramics project that has its roots in the 1960s. More recently, the Matchbox Gallery has reawakened interest in this project in exhibiting hand-built clay works by established and emerging artists such as Yvo Samgushak (b. 1942) and John Kurok (b. 1977). This exhibition, which brings together a selection of 20 works, highlights the history and current directions of artistic production in Rankin Inlet.


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Melvin Ingram
With the 18th pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, the San Diego Chargers have selected Melvin Ingram, OLB South Carolina.
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Ingram is one of the most athletically gifted prospects in this year's class. He came to South Carolina as an inside linebacker and has since played in various positions across the front seven. Ingram's motor, athleticism and technique allow him to bring dynamic playmaking ability to an NFL defense, whether he lines up at defensive tackle or defensive end. Some believe he could be moved to outside linebacker in a 3-4 scheme to rush the passer and overpower offensive tackles. There is a chance he continues rising up boards and is selected in the first round of the draft.
Ingram has an uncommon blend of speed and overall athleticism for a big man. Parlayed with a strong motor and instincts that have allowed him to line up in numerous positions across the field, Ingram almost always finds himself near the ball. He is quick off the snap and technically refined working the line of scrimmage, the type of lineman who can continuously defeat blocks to play the run or pass and make plays.
The weaknesses in Ingram's play as a defensive tackle are all about physical limitations, such as height, weight and arm length. His short arms and size make it tough for him to eliminate double teams playing inside, and there are uncertainties about his effectiveness there at the next level. He'll also have to prove he has the first step to play defensive end and the movement skills to be moved to linebacker.
How would you grade this pick? Does Melvin Ingram meet the Chargers needs and provide good value? Sound off in the comments below!
April 26, 2012at 6:57 PM Posted by Rob Zepeda
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Excellent pick! Congrats AJ! Now back that up with moving up in the 2nd and picking Harrison Smith!
thank you seattle
Damn Vikings! They screwed us out of Harrison Smith...I knew we should have made a play for Asante Samuel the Falcons got him for a 7th round pick what a deal...we could have done that and had Jammer move to safety if we got shut out in the draft!
- Ambitoos said... Apr 26, 2012, 8:09:00 PM
We missed Barron but this pick is almost equal. I'm impressed AJ. Second round is coming. Don't FU.
- Mike Roman said... Apr 26, 2012, 8:19:00 PM
Jon Gruden- "I thought San Diego taking Melvin Ingram was the pick of the night." OH YEAH!
- Mike Roman said... Apr 26, 2012, 8:21:00 PM
@FBHANSEN - If hes good to go should try to get Nick Collins
- Mike Roman said... Apr 26, 2012, 8:22:00 PM
Should try for Nick Collins if hes good to go.
we can load up on another pass rusher or a guard or both we didnt give away any picks and we got a top 10 level pick who may wereck havoc and make the other guys around him better--for once we are in good shape after the 1st round instead of scratching our heads--there will be more good picks to come i think
wreck i meant to say--i gotta start spell checking before i post
- Ambitoos said... Apr 26, 2012, 9:48:00 PM
Jon Gruden sure is sweet talking the Chargers. I think he would love to be here next year since he and AJ are friends.
I would like us to trade up into the 2nd and get Upshaw! Add another beast pass rusher!
- sanford p said... Apr 26, 2012, 10:42:00 PM
I hope he is the real deal.I would have liked natural linebacker. But this guy played in the SEC. He has faced top notch talent. I think he is a stud.
i agree boltisBig that would be awesome what would we trade up to get him tho
Did not think he would get to us...sooooo NICE.
Gotta like he's a senior form the SEC ( even though only a 1 year starter ) , can't like a history of foot injuries . Gotta like pass rushing help , can't like the safety situation . At this point AJ would be better off picking up waiver wire guy or anointing Stuckey or Bigby starter , don't waste any middle round picks on long shots that there isn't even a roster spot for . Or is the Jammer to S silliness still in play ? OTAs will offer some insight .
there is alot of talent left for the 2nd round--get the best player available-just like we did in the 1st
Let's face it Ingram fell into our laps but the fact AJ didn't trade the pick or do something stupid with it makes me have hope this might be a good draft! I'd stay on the defense side of things and would love to pick up a safety at some point what helps is that we had Weddle playing at the top of his game so a rookie won't be forced into carrying the load...
- Pete Spinning said... Apr 27, 2012, 12:40:00 PM
Wow... did you just say "Excellent pick! Congrats AJ!", FB?!!!!! That was like getting a picture of bigfoot, or something. I just made your comment my new desktop wallpaper.
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- Pete Spinning said... Apr 27, 2012, 1:01:00 PM
I'm glad that draft went as fast as it did. It was like "pick is in... this team selects this player... on to the next team...". I like that, because it didn't give AJ too much time to overthink things, and fuck everything up. Also, it seemed like the trade deals were going fast, too. So, it didn't allow other teams to devise strategies that may have effected our picks. It was like "shit.. or get off the pot & pick"!
Bummed about Harrison Smith, but hey... that's how the dice roll. I have always thought Ingram was the best OLB in the draft, and I'm glad we were lucky enough to get him, and not one of the other guys! I can't believe the Jets took Coples.. I thought for sure they would take Ingram. I guess only time will tell who the better player is, but I think we got the better part of that. And, it was nice to get the best player available, AND fill the need... without moving up or down.
I agree with FB Hansen... take a safety in this draft, and do it soon. If not, get a decent CB. Weddle will rub off on a young SS big time! I normally wouldn't say that talent can be taught.. but, in this case, I think it would have a pretty big impact. Especially, since we have enough players in the SS rotation to take the pressure off of a rookie, and let him try to make an occasional big play.
Let's do round 2!!!! I can't wait to see if AJ has anything up his sleeve for this round! I get the feeling he is more focussed than usual, since he almost got the chop! At least the first round was inspiring... so far, so good!
i think we are gonna pull something good in the 2nd+3rd rounds---again ty seattle and nyj---we never had to even wave a sandwich in front of rex ryans face---maybe nov can had him one when we beat their ass on sunday nite football this season
oh and in the case of bruce irvin i hope he destroys it over there in the nfc
Yes, thank you Jets for drafting the next Vernon Gholston. If we can't beat them on the field at least we canbeat them in war room!!!!!!! Go Boltz!!!
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