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The journey through Colombia has thus far been all about the people and the experiences, not so much the destinations, though I was welcomed to the country with some lovely landscapes during the bus journeys. That theme continued as I made my way to Cali, the capital of salsa. Though the city is noted as the most dangerous urban area in Colombia and in my opinion has few redeeming qualities to make for a pleasant daytime sojourn, coming here to experience the salsa dancing nightlife is worth sacrificing some night time walking freedom.
Dancing Queens
Stereotypes can sometimes be harmful and untrue, and as such, some people tend to get offended when such stereotypes are used in a detrimental and ignorant way. However, there do come some times in life when you're really hoping a certain stereotype holds, if only for your own innocent fun and amusement. For me, my stereotype come to life was that of the flamboyant male salsa dance instructor.
I could have done nothing in Cali but loaf around at the hostel all day and still declared Cali a fun city as long as I was taking salsa classes with Arturo and Stefano, the instructors who embodied everything I could hope for, expect and demand from a Colombian salsa dance instructor. Let's first start with "the look", which basically involves decorating yourself with as much shiny stuff as possible. Arturo was rocking the shorter version of the fashionable Mohawk hairstyle that required a gallon of hair gel and no less than 5 pieces of gold jewelry bedecking his arms, fingers and neck. Stefano happened to be sans jewels which led me to believe that perhaps he was a peasant salsa dancer.
The female instructor, Fernanda, was also a stereotypical gem and is my first ever "girl crush". She's just as saucy and flamboyant as her male counterparts. She's been shaking and swiveling her hips through the streets of Cali for her whole life and she has the butt and legs to prove it. I was so envious and amazed at her physical perfection that I couldn't help but stare in awe with her Hello Kitty booty shorts. I was inspired enough to put down the beer and bag of churros and look up "salsa lessons" in each of my future travel destinations. I was further mesmerized as we headed to the salsateca and all of the Colombian women were dressed to the nines in their best attire, but Fernanda is just so well known and that good, that she could go rocking up in shorts, a T-shirt and sneakers and still be the hottest thing ever.
Then there's the token gringa
Despite my self-conscious embarrassment about how I look, I've always managed to have a good time or a good story learning to salsa dance throughout various destinations. There was the first time at a salsateca in Costa Rica where I danced with a man who almost tossed me aside because he was so focused on looking at himself in the mirror. Then there was the time in Paris where, in my role as dutiful wing woman to my friend, I developed the "dead fish" maneuver to try and escape from a man who would not stop spinning and whipping me around the dance floor like a rag doll. To execute this stunningly attractive maneuver you basically let your entire body go limp and try to fall onto the dance floor or the nearest bar stool in hopes that your dancing partner will be annoyed and leave you to find someone else.
Regardless of my lack of natural talent for salsa dancing and my unease with looking silly amongst a crowd of naturals, I decided to give the salsa dancing another try here in Cali. The first lesson is always terrifying as you never know who will show up or what the format will be. The first student I saw was a Dutch girl in booty shorts and professional dance shoes. I was actually so nervous I actually screamed out, "Holy Professional Dance Shoes! What the fuck am I doing here?" right to her face and then walked off to sit in the corner after I realized how obnoxious that was. This was actually a great strategy though because when class started with Arturo, I was in the only spot in the room where I couldn't see myself in the huge wall mirror and thus spared from the image of watching myself gyrate like a monkey on anti-depressants and muscle relaxants.
The dancing lesson itself was also something of a surprise. The previous classes I took were very lackadaisical and beginner friendly with slow dance steps, but this class was basically an aerobics class, very fast paced and no hand-holding instructions. You just run with it here. By the end my feet weren't on fire, but were more of a toasty warm and I was sweating like a monkey on speed. While I wasn't worrying about the dance steps or how awful I looked, I was snickering at Arturo who was basically spending the entire time admiring himself in the mirror. I even heard a story from one of the other girls that he was fixing his hair so often during one of the classes that everyone thought it was part of the dance move and began mimicking him.
In da club
After the dance lessons and requisite shower, I headed out with my salsa groupies to whatever salsateca was popular for that night of the week. On Thursday, it was Tin Tin Deo. Even though I had two lessons at this point and was feeling limbered up, it still seemed like a daunting task for me to keep up with the rubbery-hipped Colombian men and so I tried to strategically sit somewhere where no one would notice me and I could just watch everyone dancing. I got over this quickly though as my friend, Andrea, pointed out that everyone just wants to teach you and wants you to enjoy salsa. Plus, she said it's a "No No" to refuse a dance when offered. So I got up and danced with the first of many an intrepid dance instructor and quickly embraced the whole dance culture, which is, a guy asks you to dance for one song and then you sit back down, they ask someone else and someone else asks you to dance. This will go on for the rest of the night until you've danced with the entire club multiple times over and you feel like you're ready for a professional dance competition.
The one cultural note to mind here is the other stereotype about Colombians and salsa which isn't true. The stereotype being that salsa dancing is naughty and basically equivalent to fornicating on the dance floor. This, I think is a fable believed by rigid uptight Protestants who are intimidated by all of the hip swinging action. If anything, dancing in a salsateca is the most civilized club scene I've ever experienced because people come here with the precise intention of actually dancing. Most clubs in the U.S. and Europe basically look like a boozed up National Geographic scene where inebriated men mindlessly grind up on a woman who either doesn't care or is too drunk to realize how ridiculous this all looks. But in a salsateca, it's all about the dancing itself and there's no awkward obligation of carrying on a conversation with your new dance partner after the music stops.


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Who would you cast as Pontius Pilate?Has he ever been a central character in a film? [UPDATE: He was!] I have a vivid memory of David Bowie's imperious turn in The Last Temptation of Christ; and Ciarin Hinds seems like an obvious go-to guy for toga-wearing, Roman leader roles.Whoever gets the part, this sounds like it could bring a fascinating new perspective to the life of Christ on film. Here's the scoop from Deadline... … [Read more...]
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Man on Fire (2004)
2012 Update: The world is just learning of the death of director Tony Scott. Evidence, including his suicide note, points to the possibility that he killed himself by throwing himself off a bridge, leaving behind a wife and two sons. I will not comment on this event, as much is still unknown, except to say the obvious: This is terrible news. Suicide, whenever it happens, is a grievous act and a great loss for humankind. Scott was a husband, a father, a friend of many, an artist.Regarding his … [Read more...]
The Hunger Games: Did You Ask For Seconds, or Send It Back to the Kitchen?
Chances are you've seen The Hunger Games by now.So, let's talk about the movie (not the book): A great work of cinema? A standard Hollywood franchise launch? Great performances? Cheap special effects? What's your take on Gary Ross's movie?Or maybe you came away and thought, "Why all the fuss about this story? Why not bring ___________ to the big screen instead?" What novels have you read lately that would make great movies? … [Read more...]
Hayao Miyazaki Blu-Ray/DVD Release Featured In a Very Special Review
So, we know about Will Smith and Jaden. We know about Lloyd Bridges and his sons Beau and Jeff. Recently, Martin Sheen starred with his son Emilio Estevez in The Way.But how many parent-child film critic teams can you think of? … [Read more...]
Heed the Whedon.
We're at the 2/3rds mark in 2012, and something doesn't feel right.Normally, I have a pretty solid "top ten list" of favorites by now. But in 2012? I look around and I see a bunch of "corporate spectacle." But I can't recall many movies that have meant anything to me. I've spent some enjoyable air-conditioned hours in the theater watching some better-than-average superhero cotton candy. But stories that surprised and challenged me? Performances that captivated me? Cinematography that took … [Read more...]
What Do Harold and the Purple Crayon and Cormac McCarthy's All the Pretty Horses Have In Common?
What do Harold and the Purple Crayon, by Crockett Johnson, and Cormac McCarthy's All the Pretty Horses have in common?Gregory Wolfe, publisher of Image and author of Beauty Will Save the World, explains in this, his commencement address to the 2012 graduates of Seattle Pacific University's MFA in Creative Writing program.I attended that ceremony in Santa Fe, NM. It was a moving, inspiring event.Here's an excerpt from Wolfe's address... … [Read more...]
Introducing… Scott Derrickson.
I've just returned from The Glen Workshop, my favorite event of the year, a week-long arts conference in Santa Fe, New Mexico, hosted by IMAGE journal. (They've published a brief sum-up of that extraordinary eight-day experience here.) I've attended almost ten years in a row now, and IMAGE posted a "video postcard" in which I testified about the profundity of Scott Cairns' keynote address. There are other postcards as well; I'm not the only one overjoyed, rejuvenated, and inspired by this … [Read more...]
The Bourne Legacy (2012)
I have a proposal for the next movie in the Bourne franchise. But first, a quick recap of the series so far.The Bourne Identity and The Bourne Supremacy were surprisingly substantial entries in the super-spy genre. Directors Doug Liman and Paul Greengrass and screenwriter Tony Gilroy made us believe in Jason Bourne, a highly skilled assassin who emerges from clouds of amnesia to discover, with increasing horror, the crimes he was designed to carry out in the name of American superiority. For … [Read more...]
The Bourne Identity (2002)
2012 Update: Let's take a look back at The Bourne Identity.Ten years ago, director Doug Liman launched what would become a stylish, tough, influential franchise and gave Matt Damon the kind of solid action-hero identity that Tom Cruise has been seeking his whole career. (Sorry, but Mission: Impossible's Ethan Hunt is nothing more than an action figure. Jason Bourne is a character.) Now, on the weekend of the release of The Bourne Legacy, a fourth film that seeks to start the Bourne-franchise … [Read more...]
The Bourne Supremacy (2004)
2012 Update: It's been eight years since the release of The Bourne Supremacy, which has, over time, become my favorite in the Bourne franchise to revisit. (This weekend, the series gets an unnecessary fourth episode).The original remains the strongest in terms of storytelling. But the sequel's sense of momentum, its deepening of Jason Bourne's character, and its spectacular action bring me back again and again. (It has developed a reputation for having unleashed confusing, chaotic action … [Read more...]


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Gallery Show of New Artists
Gallery Show of New Artists
Bergamot Station
2525 Michigan Ave. # B2
Santa Monica, CA 90404
2525 Michigan Ave. # B2
Santa Monica, CA 90404
April 27th, 2013 - June 8th, 2013
Opening: April 27th, 2013 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
We are pleased to present Gallery Show of New Artists, which will feature the works of Rinus Van de Velde, Andrew Piedilato and Sonny Assu. This exhibition will bring together the works of these three artists that our gallery recently began representing. The show will feature a series of sculptures by Sonny Assu, a series of large scale paintings by Andrew Piedilato and a series of charcoal on papers works by Rinus Van de Velde.
The exhibition will run from April 27 - May 25, 2013. The opening reception will be held on April 27th from 6-8pm. Extended until Saturday June 8, 2013.


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Sustainable West Seattle picnic set for Aug. 21 at Community Orchard
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Come see what is happening and catch up with friends at the Sustainable West Seattle annual picnic on Thursday, Aug. 21.
New location!: This year the picnic will be held at the Community Orchard of West Seattle. Come tour the orchard, hike through the arboretum, press some apples for cider and blend some smoothies on a pedal powered blender.
Bring chairs, reusable or compostable plates and utensils and a main dish or salad to share or something to throw on the grill. We will provide charcoal grills, tables, drinks and musical entertainment.
Start time for the picnic is 5:00pm and will continue until 7:00 pm.
The address is 6000 16th Ave. SW, use the North Entrance to the college campus and then head east toward the orchard and greenbelt area. Bus access is through Metro Routes 125 and 128. Buses stop at the central entrance to the college. You will need to walk to the northern end, which is about a 5 minute walk.
Aug. 21, 5-7 p.m.
Community Orchard of West Seattle
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6000 16th Ave. S.W. (at the north entrance).
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A pro-immigration supporter in the audience shouted out to the president while he was speaking at the Betty Ann Ong Chinese Recreation Center on 11/25/13. The President allowed the heckler to keep his seat but did scold him about proper protocol in passing laws because "we are a nation of laws."
Video: Obama Lectures Pro-Immigration Heckler
That illegal was a plant in the crowd
Of course it was staged. Just the the fainting people before-all plants. This is how Obama shows that their is support for his agenda. If will not stop at anything to get his way. The Obama/Democratic regime that is currently in control of our government are a despicable, anti-American abomination.
Not only was that ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT from South Korea a plant — he had been invited to the rally by the White House — but he recently graduated from USC-Berkely.
Don't believe anything Obama says. He has proven himself to be a psychopathic liar.
All his speeches are staged like that pregnant girl who supposedly startedto faint.This Sambo is an actor and that is why he flies to California twice a week for acting lessons from his money grubbers in Hollyweed.Don't forget Moochella got her nstart playing Cheetah in Tarzan movies.Do you believe all those soldiers want to stand behind this asshole while he is trying to destroy the military.These poor guys are ordered to do it.As for the civilians standing like statues behind the jig well they're getting paid to act like they care.
Can you say the word "STAGED"!!!


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Here's a look back at how several prominent Republicans felt in 2016 about a person under FBI investigation
On Monday, FBI Director James Comey confirmed that since July, the agency has been investigating the nature of links between Russia and the Trump campaign, and some people who haven't completely blocked the year 2016 from their memory are having a field day with this disclosure.
The Huffington Post's Jason Linkins remembers all of the prominent Republicans who objected to Hillary Clinton being able to run for office while being the subject of an FBI probe — Trump adviser Kellyanne Conway, White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer, White House Chief of Staff Reince Priebus, and House Speaker Paul Ryan, as well as failed presidential candidates Jeb Bush and Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) — and has compiled their letters, interviews, and tweets to remind everyone of the positions they held not that long ago.
For instance, in a letter sent to Director of National Intelligence James Clapper last July, Ryan formally requested he "refrain from providing classified information" to Clinton during the duration of her candidacy, and after the FBI announced it was "reopening" the investigation into Clinton's email server, Priebus, then the head of the Republican National Committee, said "this alone should be disqualifying for anyone seeking the presidency, a job that is supposed to begin each morning with a top secret intelligence briefing." Now that we all know where they stand, let's see what they have to say in the days to come. Catherine Garcia
With President Trump overseas, White House budget director Mick Mulvaney previewed Trump's first full budget proposal on Monday. The $4.1 trillion plan won't be released until Tuesday, but Mulvaney outlined the steep cuts to Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance Program, social services for the low-income and disabled, most federal agencies, farm subsidies, federal pension benefits, college loans, highway funds, medical research, and foreign aid, paired with billions more for the Pentagon, Veterans Affairs Department, and Homeland Security. The proposal also includes $19 billion in new spending to help states provide six weeks of paid leave for new mother and fathers, a priority for Ivanka Trump.
The proposal foresees a balanced budget in 10 years, but that relies on growth of at least 3 percent a year, widely seen as exceedingly optimistic, plus Congress passing the American Health Care Act along lines laid out in the House Republican version. Using more conventional projections, it leaves a gaping hole in the budget. The blueprint does not cut Medicare or the main part of Social Security — though the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program goes under the knife — because Trump promised not to, Mulvaney said, adding that SSDI doesn't count under the promise because for voters, "it's old age retirement that they think of when they think of Social Security," not disability benefits.
For Trump's budget plan to become reality, Congress would have to sign on. That is seen as unlikely, though Congress will probably have to take Trump's priorities into consideration. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) has already panned the proposal, calling it "a budget that takes a meat cleaver to the middle class by gutting the programs that help them the most." Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) said the $866 billion in Medicaid cuts are probably DOA in the Senate. "I just think it's the prerogative of Congress to make those decisions in consultation with the president," he said. "But almost every president's budget proposal that I know of is basically dead on arrival."
Mulvaney will start trying to sell the plan to the House and Senate budget committees on Wednesday and Thursday, and he told reporters he doesn't expect Congress to enact his wish list unchanged. "If Congress has a different way to get to that endpoint, God bless them," he said. Still, "it would be nice to minimize the daylight between us and them on these things." Peter Weber
A new Department of Homeland Security report released Monday found that in 2016, more than 600,000 foreigners who entered the U.S. legally overstayed their visas, with some just one day over their limit and others never planning on leaving.
The report says that of the 50 million travelers who came to the U.S. in 2016 via air and sea, 1.25 percent overstayed their visas; they make up 40 percent of the estimated 11 million undocumented immigrants in the United States, USA Today reports. The Department of Homeland Security released its first report on visa overstays in January 2016, and found that in 2015, 347,632 foreigners who arrived in the U.S. through the Visa Waiver Program, B-1 business visas, or B-2 tourism visas remained in the United States after their visa expired, and that number increased by 13 percent in 2016.
"Identifying overstays is important for national security, public safety, immigration enforcement, and processing applications for immigration benefits," the report said. Catherine Garcia
Richard Collins III was set to graduate from Maryland's Bowie State University on Tuesday, not long after being commissioned as a second lieutenant in the Army. He was killed on Saturday in an "unprovoked attack," and his father is left trying to understand how something like this could happen.
"A parent's worst nightmare has just reached my doorstep," Richard Collins Jr. told NBC Washington. His 23-year-old son was waiting with friends for an Uber car on the University of Maryland campus when they were approached by the suspect, 22-year-old Sean Urbanski, court documents said. Witnesses told police Urbanski said, "Step left, step left if you know what's best for you," and Collins said no. Urbanski continued to walk closer, then pulled a knife out and stabbed Collins once in the chest, court documents said. Collins was pronounced dead at a local hospital, and Urbanski, after being identified by witnesses as Collins' attacker, was arrested while sitting at a bus stop. Urbanski has been charged with murder and assault, and a judge on Monday ruled he should be held without bond because he was "an absolute danger to the community."
After it was discovered that Urbanski was a member of a Facebook group called Alt-Reich Nation, University of Maryland Police Chief David Mitchell asked the FBI for help determining if the incident was a hate crime. Meanwhile, Collins' father is remembering how his son could "make friends no matter what group he was around" and enjoyed running and playing soccer and lacrosse. The younger Collins was a competitive athlete who had a "loving and giving heart," his father told NBC Washington. "He would go out of his way, sometimes to my chagrin, to try and help others. But you want to try to encourage that in your children." Catherine Garcia
An explosion at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, England, killed at least 19 people and wounded 50 while Monday's Late Late Show was taping, and host James Corden sat down after the audience left to offer his condolences and thoughts. "It shocks me every time we hear this sort of news, that attacks like this can happen, but especially when there will be so many children at this concert tonight," he said.
Most of his U.S. viewers won't have been to Manchester, he said, but they will know something about it: Its famous soccer teams, its musical history as the birthplace of both Oasis and Joy Division, among other bands. "But when I think of Manchester, the place that I know, I think of the spirit of the people there, and I'm telling you a more tight-knit group of people you will be hard-pressed to find," Corden said. "Strong, proud, caring people, with community as its core. And if it was even possible, the spirit of the people of Manchester will grow even stronger this evening." You can watch his monologue below. Peter Weber
On Sunday in Saudi Arabia, King Salman led President Trump on a tour of the new Global Center for Combating Extremist Ideology, and the ceremony included some odd moments. Yeah, "this is, without question, the strangest thing I've ever seen a president do," Jimmy Kimmel said on Monday's Kimmel Live, playing some footage of Trump, Salman, and Egypt's president touching a glowing white orb. He made an Access Hollywood joke, then said the orb-fondling appears to be "their version of a ribbon-cutting ceremony over there? But I have to say, the president seemed kind of different after he touched it." Kimmel cut to Trump, doctored in a disturbing way, speaking, and ended with an explanation for that sinkhole opening up in front of Mar-a-Lago. Watch below. Peter Weber
Several al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula militants were killed early Tuesday morning as U.S. military forces conducted a ground raid in central Yemen's Marib Governorate.
Colonel John Thomas, a spokesman for U.S. Central Command, said the raid at a known AQAP compound began as a mission to gather information on the group, but when U.S. forces were met with resistance, they responded with gunfire and precision air strikes, ABC News reports. Seven AQAP militants were killed, but there are no reports of any civilian or U.S. military casualties.
Thomas said the mission, the first ground operation conducted by the U.S. military in Marib province, was done "in full coordination with Arab partners in the area." Catherine Garcia
The Golden State Warriors are heading to their third straight NBA Finals, after completing a four-game sweep of the San Antonio Spurs with a 129-115 win in San Antonio on Monday night. The Warriors, who haven't lost a playoff game since Game 7 of last year's finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers, are the first team in NBA history to start the playoffs with a 12-0 record. Stephen Curry scored 36 points for the Warriors, while Kyle Anderson led the injury-plagued Spurs with 20 points; Spurs great Manu Ginobili, who notched 15 points in what is likely his final NBA game, got a standing ovation when he walked off court in the fourth quarter.
The Cavs are facing the Boston Celtics in Game 4 on Tuesday, with a 2-1 series lead, and if they prevail, the Warriors and Cavs would be the first teams to face each other for three consecutive Finals. Peter Weber


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Home › Forums › Gear Forums › Gear (General) › searching for a light alcohol stove
Jun 12, 2012 at 8:21 am #1290956
Hi. i am searching for a light alcohol stove. I dont know if I should choose the Evernew Titanium Alcohol Stove DX Set or just the Titanium Stove + a Titanium Clikstand. The Clikstand Combo will be some grams lighter, but I could use the Evernew Set as a wood burner, that might be usefull.
Or are there any other options with a simular weight I should have a look on?
Friend of me is in the States for the next 10 days, so I could easily some special equipment from there.
Regards from germany, hex55Jun 12, 2012 at 8:27 am #1886202
kevin smithMember
i dont think they get much lighter than this and you can make it yourself for cheap
simple easy and super light
kevinJun 12, 2012 at 8:27 am #1886203
Michael DukeMember
I would just make a cat stove. Extremely cheap and works well.Jun 12, 2012 at 8:46 am #1886208
Kevin's link on making a cat can is easy cheap and light,but if you don't want to make one there are a lot of choices
more make your own and info
http://jwbasecamp.com/Articles/SuperCat/index.htmlJun 12, 2012 at 8:54 am #1886213
kevin smithMember
great post on the different alcohol stoves that are out there
sooo many choices now days
i just got a new zelph venom stove for a gift im itching to try it out on a trip
this weekend but preliminary test burns have show it to be pretty efficient with
my antigravity gear 3 cup non stick cookpot
i had suggested the supercat only because i think it is one of the lightest options and easy to make/use
plenty of other great options out there though
kevinJun 12, 2012 at 9:29 am #1886227
Barry PBPL Member
@barrypLocale: Eastern Idaho (moved from Midwest)
"Or are there any other options with a simular weight I should have a look on?"
Mechanic Mike makes some excellent stoves. My cousins use these and they are similar to what I use. They don't need wicking or priming. I know they work great from 0F on up.
One tip is to put a ~3"x3" foil underneath to help reflect heat back up.
-BarryJun 12, 2012 at 9:35 am #1886230
Don AbernatheyMember
@oldguysruleLocale: PNW
The only decent sideburner I've used (and still own) is the WhiteBox. I've built a lot of "cats" and they're just not a very robust design. They work fine on the kitchen stove, where most stove testing occurs. Outdoors, in real weather, they require a lot of fiddling – they will work but there is a large fiddle factor.
The Trangia burner is the very best all-around design except for weight. In harsh weather I would gladly carry a few extra ounces of Trangia knowing that it will always work with no fiddling. Evernew's version of the Trangia looks interesting, but it doesn't appear to be self-storing – am I wrong?Jun 12, 2012 at 10:04 am #1886237
I visited all the links, but the only who could be a candidate is the Ti-Tri ULC or maybe the "Top Jet ALCOHOL STOVE with a Pot Stand & Windscreen – Kit Weighs Only 1.6 ozs", but I am not excited about both.
I see, my question wasn't specific enough. First, I dont want to make one by my own, I want to buy a good working and tested stove.
Second I dont want only a stove, I need a stand and a windshield, too. And I want to use the stand to burn wood, too. Stove and Stand should be made from titanium and the stand should be stable, not a "amateur handicraft". Maybe this is more precise and you can suggest me some stoves/stands.
I have a Trangia, but I am searching for a lighter one.
Thank you!Jun 12, 2012 at 10:15 am #1886240
Richard CullipSpectator
@richardcullipLocale: San Diego County
I've tried a few, inclucding a do it yourself super cat stove, and the one I've settled on is a Fancee Feest stove from Zelph Stoveworks Fancee Feest Stove . At 24 grams it's pretty lightweight and it reliably, at least for me, boils water.
EDIT – disregard my suggestion as it doesn't fit your specifications on burning wood.Jun 12, 2012 at 11:15 am #1886256
backpackinglight did a comparison report on many stoves(you must be a member to read the full report.Here is some of what they had to say about the evernew
Evernew Titanium DX Stove Set Below Average
The DX stove set consists of two circular sets of titanium that slip together, forming a fire cavity. The small diameter of the stove makes it unstable, and its small fuel chamber makes fuel stoking difficult. There are gaps at the stove base that allow bottom-up ignition, but ignition still proves difficult because of small size and lack of stability.
Evernew Titanium DX Stove Set Pot fell over once. Extremely unstable. Poor chimney effect.
I have several Traildesigns stoves and they are great,if you do a search on this sight you will see they are highly regarded ,very efficient and well designed stove system;Traildesigns is also great to deal with ,fantastic customer service.The qiwiz.net stove(firefly) is newer and made by Rob Kelly who is a member here, it weighs about 2.3-2.5 ounces, I have never used one but I am sure he would answer any questions you might have.Jun 12, 2012 at 12:24 pm #1886277
This http://www.backpackinglight.co.uk/product577.asp?PageID=1 looks almost perfect for me, but its also very small (to small to burn wood? In the video they do) and one side is always open, so it maybe will use more fuel.
The http://www.qiwiz.net/stoves.html is very simular, looks a little bigger (better to make a fire), but also more fragile, more heavy, more expensive.
But the Evernew Titanium DX Stove Set doesnt look more unstable to me than the other two. Maybe a little because its round.
The Ti-Tri from traildesigns.com looks very stable but they didnt fit in a small pot like the MSR Kettle Titanium, only in wide pots?
Edit: Ok, found out that they build it custom, so it will fit. But the wight is a lot compared to the others.Jun 12, 2012 at 12:59 pm #1886286
Bob GrossMember
@b-g-2-2Locale: Silicon Valley
The Ti-Tri system weighs more than some people think it should, but it burns wood, alcohol, or Esbit. It is its own windscreen and pot support. Also, you can use the clear plastic caddy or find a lighter weight substitute. It is a good choice if you are heading somewhere and you don't really know which fuels are most practical or legal.
–B.G.–Jun 12, 2012 at 1:45 pm #1886298Jun 12, 2012 at 2:25 pm #1886305
Bob ShaverBPL Member
@rshaverLocale: West
I can't believe the TD stove setup is much heavier than other alky setups, but if it is, the things that make it a tiny bit heavier are worth the weight to improve functionality. The wind screen makes it stable plus immune to any wind, and the Ti lets you burn wood inside the windscreen. Those features are worth 2 oz.Jun 12, 2012 at 6:53 pm #1886368
Richard ScruggsBPL Member
@jrscruggsLocale: Oregon
RE: Hex55 saying: "Edit: Ok, found out that they build it [Caldera] custom, so it will fit. But the wight is a lot compared to the others [e.g., Clikstand?]."
Considering just bare-bone basics (ignoring pot, firestarter, fuel container, fire starter, and other elements beyond just what-it-takes-to-boil-water-in-a-pot, since both basic setups have to have those other things, too), here's a comparison for a Ti-Tri Sidewinder Caldera cone w/Trail Designs 12-10 burner & 2 stakes (all fit inside 1.3L Evernew Ti pot) vs Clikstand T-2 w/Evernew Titanium burner & Ti Windscreen (all fit inside 1.3L Evernew Ti pot) —
Ti-Tri Sidewinder cone (for 1.3L Ti pot) 1.41 oz
Trail Designs 12-10 burner 0.57 oz
Titanium stakes (2x) 0.42 oz
Total: 2.40 oz
Clikstand T-2 stand 2.00 oz
Clikstand Ti Windscreen 0.70 oz
Evernew Titanium burner 1.20 oz
Total: 3.90 oz
Difference: the basic Sidewinder setup is about 1.5 oz lighter than the basic Clikstand setup (per wts of my Sidewinder vs wts @ Clikstand website).
Price of the above basic Clikstand titanium setup: $125.85,
which includes Clikstand T-2 @$59.95, Ti Windscreen @ $19.95, and Evernew burner @ $59.95 (per Clikstand website).
Price of the Ti-Tri Sidewinder "system" (w/o inferno) — $79.95,
which includes the Ti-Tri Sidewinder cone and Trail Designs 12-10 burner, and also a titanium GramCracker solid fuel kit, a fuel bottle kit with measuring cup, a Tyvek sleeve to protect pot, and two titanium stakes for wood burning mode (per Trail Designs website).
The above "extras" that come with the Ti-Tri Sidewinder add weight beyond the basic Sidewinder setup, but some of those extras are needed with either of the two setups (e.g., fuel bottle & sleeve for cone or Clikstand).
Adding the inferno and floor to the T-Tri would increase the weight, too. But those are options specific to using fire with the cone, and are not needed for purpose of the above weight comparison of the two basic setups in alcohol mode.
Recalling that the weight for the basic Ti-Tri setup as described above assumes that it's the cone designed for a 1.3L Evernew pot, the weight of the "basic" Sidewinder setup would probably be lighter if the cone was one designed for a .9L Evernew pot to the extent less titanium would be required for the cone. A smidgen less, maybe?
Using that same smaller .9L pot with the basic Clikstand setup wouldn't result in any weight reduction — same Clikstand, same windscreen, same burner.
Looks to me like the basic Sidewinder setup weighs significantly less than the comparable basic Clikstand setup.
PS — the Sidewinder cone for the 1.3L pot is nice because the same cone can also be used with an Open Country 2 qt pot (requires the addition of two pair of stake holes to prevent the taller 2 qt pot from extending too far down, snuffing the burner). Can also use a smaller pot (e.g., .9L Evernnew) with the 1.3L/Sidewinder cone by inserting the stakes in the holes for the "fire" level, or maybe having another set of holes added to accomodate the .9L pot — specifically requested when ordering the Sidewinder (more holes make the cone even lighter ;>)
The rolled-up 1.3L Sidewinder w/burner fits inside the Open Country 2qt pot just as well as it fits inside the 1.3L Evernew pot, but the same rolled-up cone does not fit inside the .9L Evernew pot :>(
However, the Clikstand w/burner & windscreen can fit in all three of those pots, and its windscreen can apparently accomodate any of those pots, too (per specs at Clikstand website).Jun 12, 2012 at 9:27 pm #1886407
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+1 Ti Clikstand combo. I absolutely love mine. Works perfect every time and so predictable it cracks me up.Jun 12, 2012 at 10:12 pm #1886422
Steven ThompsonBPL Member
@stevetLocale: Northeast
My lightest setup is the Thermojet stove for my one liter Evernew pot. But i prefer the slightly heavier caldera cone for the better windy conditions performance and stability.Jun 12, 2012 at 11:56 pm #1886446
Of course the Ti-Tri looks like the most efficient / wind stable stove system. But if its custom made for one special pot I can't take another pot later. Could be a problem. And if I want to burn wood I need the inferno, make it heavy and expensive and it will need more space in my backpack. But ok, seems to be a real wood burner then, not like the others.
Now I dont need a 1.3 liter pot, but maybe later I want to use the stove for two persons, so the system should be ok for 0.8 and 1.3 liter pots. This let me think the clikstand, "backpackinglight.co.uk" or the Evernew Titanium DX Stove Set would be a better option, because I would be a lot more flexible for the future.
Am I wrong?Jun 13, 2012 at 8:01 am #1886508
Robert KellyBPL Member
@qiwizLocale: UL gear @ QiWiz.net
My 2 cents:
If you plan to usually burn alcohol but want to be able to burn wood occasionally as a backup, I'd recommend a Caldera Cone Ti-Tri to fit whatever pot will meet most of your needs. It is stable and very fuel efficient and very wind-resistant.
If you plan to usually burn wood but want to be able to burn alcohol occasionally in bad weather, above tree line, or in fire ban areas, then I'd recommend a wood burner that has the option to add an alcohol burner AND a windscreen. One example of this is the FireFly, but there are others. Each one has their devotees, critics, and defenders. That's what makes it so much fun. ; )Jun 13, 2012 at 12:14 pm #1886578
Bob GrossMember
@b-g-2-2Locale: Silicon Valley
"And if I want to burn wood I need the inferno"
–B.G.–Jun 14, 2012 at 5:03 am #1886807
jacko vanderbijlMember
@jacko1956Locale: Shelley Western Australia
I have the stove set and love it but have now also got the Caldera Cone TiTri Inferno as well.
The stove set is not the best for windy conditions and it can be unstable on uneven ground or with the wrong size pot.
The actual Evernew burner I cannot fault however. It is essentially an indestructible pepsi can stove in my eyes.
My preferred option now is the Evernew burner with the Caldera Cone (did not like their burner). It gives me a stove of immense durability, stability in the wind, and the ability to use wood or solid fuel as well. I feel I have everything but gas covered (and I have one of those in the cupboard as well).
If you want to use only alcohol and budget is an issue I would recommend the stoveset if you expect to do all your cooking on a stable base (e.g. picnic table). If your budget goes to it just get the Evernew burner and a Caldera Cone that suits your needs.
You will be able to pass your Evernew stove on to your grandchildrenJun 14, 2012 at 5:39 am #1886816
Kevin BabioneBPL Member
@kbabioneLocale: Pennsylvania
I bought the Evernew stove for what seems to be the same reasons you did – I wanted something light and virtually indestructible. I was disappointed when I used it in the field though. It didn't boil water as efficiently as the 12-10 stove that came with my Caldera cones (I have a couple).
With my Caldera cone and Evernew 640 ml Tall Pot the 12-10 stove will bring a pint to a boil with 15 ml of denatured alcohol. I found it took 25 ml with the Evernew stove to consistently reach a boil.
I haven't measured the time factor in reaching a boil – I'm not using alcohol because it's quick – so that may be a difference, but time doesn't weigh anything in my pack so I focus on how much fuel I need to carry for x number of pints of hot water.
My tests were NOT scientific – perhaps I had water temperatures that differed greatly or something like that, but the Evernew simply didn't perform as well as the 12-10.Jun 14, 2012 at 6:49 am #1886831
Why there is this warning in the information about the Caldera Cone Stove?
Is it really not possible to use it with fire? Only the Ti-Tri?Jun 14, 2012 at 7:08 am #1886834
j lanMember
@justaddfuelLocale: MN
Yes it is true, the heat of the fire will melt the aluminum.
The Titanium can handle that level of heat.Jun 14, 2012 at 7:31 am #1886842
Ah ok, didnt see that its only aluminium.
So if I buy a Ti-Tri without the inferno I also can burn wood in it? The difference between with and without inferno is what exactly?
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I have two dogs that seem to have dog lice. I found small bugs on one of them that seem to match the description that I have found online.
I've given them both baths and combed them yesterday and plan on giving them both haircuts and combing them out again today. I've also put Diatomaceous Earth on them to try to kill the lice and eggs. Are there are any additional home remedies that might help get rid of the lice quickly?
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i think you should take them both to the vet to see if they are lice. if it is, the vet will give you something or recommend something to kill the lice.
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Are you sure you are not seeing fleas? Dog lice are extremely uncommon in the US, and are almost always only found on dogs which are kept in very unsanitary conditions. They are quite easy to cure, if in fact they are lice... shampoos are available from your vet which will completely take careof them. FYI... unlike fleas, they do not bite humans, so they are no risk for the human members of your family. I would go back and do some research on the common dog flea... it sounds more likely that is the problem, but, if in fact they ARE lice, I would contact your veterinarian and get some prescription shampoo.
Good luck!
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In case they are mites or fleas, a fantastic product you can use is PETfection Bug Spray. It is 100% Organic and Non-Toxic and will keep bugs away, but also heal up any bites they may already have. I like it because I can put in on them as needed or multiple times a day without working I am putting toxic chemicals into their body! If they really are lice, it may help keep them away too since it keeps everything else away. You can check it out at www.mypetfection.com. Hope this helps!
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Recent rains remind us this is a good time for beef and dairy farmers with open lots and cow yards to evaluate if runoff from their cattle yards is affecting water quality.
As part of the Water Quality Initiative for Small Iowa Beef and Dairy Feedlot Operations, a cooperative education and outreach program, the Iowa DNR has made water quality testing kits available through twenty Iowa State University Extension and Outreach County Offices. These kits help producers evaluate the impact of potential feedlot runoff from their livestock operation.
These kits are quick and simple to use, are free, and the program is confidential. The only person that knows the results of the ammonia test is the livestock producer. The test kits come with an instructional video and a fact sheet on water quality impacts.
The best time to inspect and test is during or shortly after a rainfall, when water is running off the cattle yard. The water quality testing kit is available from the County Extension offices in Allamakee, Clayton, Delaware, Dubuque, Floyd, and Mitchell, counties. Please contact the county nearest you to determine the availability of the kit for your use.
Small feedlots and dairy operations are defined as beef or dairy operations that house less than 1,000 animal units (1,000 head beef or immature dairy or 700 head mature dairy) in an unroofed feedlot type situation. The final definition also depends on size requirements and discharge criteria.
Feedlot operators should employ all best management practices to reduce off-site movement of nutrients from feedlots, manure stockpiles and feed storage areas. Angela Rieck-Hinz, Extension Program Specialist with the Iowa Manure Management Action Group, shared this short list of BMP's for beef operations.
Divert clean water from entering the feedlot with use of gutters for roofs, or terraces or clean water diversions for surface water. Scrape lots frequently to avoid a build-up of manure solids. Carefully locate stockpiles and mortality compost piles to prevent runoff. Keep feedstuffs dry. Prevent runoff of silage effluent. Clean-up spilled manure, feed, silage and bedding.
Additional resource materials for dairy and beef operations are available through the Small Feedlot and Dairy Operations Web page at Iowa State University. These materials, used in conjunction with the self-assessment worksheets and producer guides, can help a livestock producer determine if their manure control structures are operating correctly and can guide producers to cost-effective ways to change control structures or management practices to protect water quality. www.agronext.iastate.edu/immag/smallfeedlotsdairy.html.
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Campground is two minutes off I-75. Office is very clean and the personnel are pleasant and helpful. Rate at $26 was fine. Had a clean pool and hot tub. Bathrooms were older but very clean. Internet was awesome with 3 mega byte down load speed!! This was our first but will not be our last to stay here when going up or down the east coast.
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This is a great overnight stop! Easy on and off I-75. Easy check in and set up. The Pines have upgraded and now have cable TV, although limited channels. They also now have Wi-Fi! Will stop here again! Bathrooms excellent, uni-sex and very clean, just painted.


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We had a nice stay in the apartment. Our host was very friendly and gave us information about Porto. The apartment was, apart from the bathroom, tidy and clean.
The appartment was really nice and just like the pictures! The renters of the appartment were very nice and always available for help, the communication was good. It's a 15 minute walk to the city center, so this was just fine. The connection with the airport was good as well. We really enjoyed our stay!
The apartment was really clean and tidy. Its the same as the pictures - really nice!
The service from the city apartment team was excellent. Absolut friendly and the service was perfect. You can walk to the centre in 15-20 minutes, no problem.
Only a few secondes from the apartment is a baker and 5-10 minutes to walk is the next supermarket. With the unterground you are in 20 minutes on the beach.
I had a great time in porto
Good reception by the host, fine explanation about public transport, restaurants etc, friendly and welcoming.
House was very nice and nicely decorated. Beds prima.Halverwege the week everything was cleaned completely change including bedding and towels. There was a heater provided which was very nice considering several days of rain so we still had a pleasant temperature and our shoes were dry. We recommend this location highly.
Goede ontvangst door de host, prima uitleg over openbaar vervoer, restaurants etc, vriendelijk en gastvrij.
Woning was erg prettig en mooi ingericht. Bedden prima.Halverwege de week werd alles compleet schoongemaakt inclusief verschoning bedden en handdoeken. Er was een verwarmingselement aanwezig wat erg prettig was gezien enkele dagen regen waardoor we toch een aangename temperatuur hadden en onze schoenen konden drogen. Wij bevelen deze locatie zeker aan.
We stay 12 days in the appartement. It was comfortable, homely and verry clean. It was an short way to the city. We allways happy all the days.
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Apt very central and quiet at night super thanks to soundproof windows;
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Whg sehr zentral und nachts super ruhig dank Schallschutzfenster;
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Very kind and friendly.
He offered good advice and even bought the tickets and parking yellowbus.
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Muy amable y simpático.
Nos ofreció un buen asesoramiento y hasta compramos los tickets de yellowbus y parking.
Un 10 !!!!
My stay in Porto was great, the apartment was nice and Jao and his companions were at our disposal for any questions that arose us.
Mi estancia en Oporto fue estupenda, el apartamento estaba muy bien y Jao y sus compañeros estuvieron a nuestra disposición para cualquier duda que nos surgió.
stay and great accommodation.
the apartment is conveniently located. Far enough from the bustle of the center but close enough to the sites to visit to be able to walk.
séjour et logement très agréable.
l'appartement est bien situé. Suffisamment loin de l'agitation du centre mais suffisamment près des lieux à visiter pour pouvoir y aller à pied .
What a great stay we had in Porto! It all started with a warm and generous welcome from the host - including a bottle of wine from the region and very useful tips. The apartment is beautiful, well equipped, and the location is ideal as a starting point to visit the city.
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The Morgan Poll, taken on election eve, shows support for the ALP remained relatively steady in the final countdown to the ballot.
Support for Labor stood at 53.5% on a two-party preferred basis, compared to the coalition's 46.5%.
Labor has lost one per cent to the coalition since the last Morgan Poll, taken on Wednesday and Thursday.
The ALP's lead represents a 6.2% swing to Labor.
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On primary votes, the count is closer. Labor leads with 43.5% of the vote, compared to the coalition's 41.5 per cent.
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Miners Sweep Season Series Against NMSU With 65-54 Road Win
Four Miners scored in double digits, while UTEP forced NMSU into shooting a paltry 29.5 from the field on the way to knocking off its 1-10 rivals for the second time this year by a score of 65-54 in
UTEP has now posted four straight victories against the Aggies and has emerged triumphantly in six of the past seven match-ups.
The win improves the Miners to 5-1 on the year, including 1-0 on the road after tonight. The victory was particularly impressive considering the environment in which the game was held. Due to ongoing renovations at the Pan-American Center, the contest was moved to the high school. Not only did the Miners have to overcome the rowdy fans on hand, but they were forced to play the entire game without an operating shot clock.
"It was a very good win for us tonight," head coach Keitha Adams said. "I thought we came into a tough environment and played really well. We showed a lot of composure throughout the game."
Izabela Piekarska led the charge by posting her first double-double on the campaign (17 points, 11 rebounds), while Timika Williams (14 points, seven boards), Jareica Hughes (12 points, four caroms) and Ana Valtierra (12 points, eight boards) provided plenty of support.
One other key factor was the Miners' aggressive play. UTEP continuously drove to the lane, initiating contact, and it was rewarded with 29 free-throw attempts. The Miners converted 21 of them for a respectable 70.4 percent.
The Miners quickly jumped out the lead, 3-0, after Hughes buried a triple a little less than two minutes into the game. Although NMSU would tie it several times, UTEP never relinquished the advantage.
The margin grew to seven (16-7), courtesy of a strong inside move by Williams with 12 minutes remaining in the period. The Miners pushed their lead into double digits (23-13) for the first time with 5:12 remaining in the period after Jonna Launiainen drilled a triple.
The two squads traded baskets the remainder of the first period, which allowed UTEP to enter the half with an eight-point advantage (29-21).
Following a lay-up by Piekarska out of the gates, NMSU ran off four straight points to get within six with 17:31 to play in the game. That is as close as the Aggies would get the remainder of the contest, as the Miners increased their intensity.
The margin ballooned to 15, the largest of the night, with 3:04 left in the game after Piekarska scored on a pretty left-hand lay-up.
The Aggies tried to claw their way back into the game down the stretch, but clutch free-throw shooting by UTEP ensured that there would be no comeback. Valtierra was the main culprit, connecting on thee attempts in the final minute to seal the win.
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The focus of the tour was NOT to be technical aspects of photography. While they were prepared to answer and help with any mechanical aspect of your devices, the focus of the tour would be artistic and compositional practices. In fact, the instructor put particular emphasis strictly on aesthetics, showing us great prints he managed to take using "outdated" technology and cheap 3$ throwaway cameras. What a relief. I was not in competition with the other photographers, per say, but knew I would have an edge considering my artistic background.
Overall, I did go away with some useful tips and further technical understanding of my camera. I have more to learn but feel as thought I have a good foundation. One of the photographers was even a flashlight hobbyist, and gave me some good information on expanding that part of my camping/backpacking gear list.
Lastly, the one person that inspired me the most at this workshop was a man named Jack Newkirk. He's writing a book, following the path his father took on a cross country road trip in 1939. He's driving his father's original motorcycle and even wearing period clothing. What an adventure. He's only taking the original roads from 1939 using an old atlas. What struck me the most were the stories of the people he had met along the way. Not in big cities but small towns. It got me thinking about my own travels, and the importance of connecting with people and history. I have spent a lot of time in the wilderness, but think its about time I get off the beaten path soon. Spend a little more time worrying about my journey instead of the next destination.


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Damon Albarn confirms that Blur is breaking up and that new music from his animated band Gorillaz is "unlikely." The frontman explains why the band is calling it quits. Click more to find out why.
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Albarn and his Gorillaz collaborator, artist Jamie Hewlett, have not been playing well together. In an interview with The Guardian he says, "We were at cross purposes somewhat on that last record, which is a shame. So until a time comes when the knot has been untied..."
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This isn't the first time that the boys have had a fall out. Back in 2010 Hewlett felt that his visuals were no longer a central part of their performance.
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Four albums have been released under the Gorillaz project since its inception, back in 1997, with the latest single being "DoYaThing." As for Blur, they will deband after their gig at Hyde Park for the closing of the 2012 London Olympics.
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Men's basketball vs. Rider - 10 pm on Saturday night in Bridgeport, Conn. — shown live on MSG. (A win moves them to the 4 pm game on Sunday)
Hockey at Niagara - 7 pm on Saturday night. (A win moves them to the second round, at Holy Cross, the following weekend).
Ticket information is as follows:
Women's basketball on Thursday and Friday: Tickets are $30. To order in advance, call the Canisius College Ticket Office at 716-888-2885, or call ticket manager Todd Hummel at 716-583-0378. Student tickets are $8
Men's basketball on Saturday and Sunday: Tickets are $30 if purchased in advance by calling our Canisius College Ticket Office or Todd Hummel. Tickets the day of the game are $45. Student tickets are $8.
Hockey on Saturday night: Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students. They will be available in the Canisius College Ticket Office for the remainder of the week. To purchase, stop by the ticket office, call 716-888-2885 before Thursday or 716-888-2977 on Friday. We recommend getting your tickets in advance as the game could sell out before Saturday night.
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I mentioned on Monday that over the weekend the Mr. and I babysat together. It was a blast since we were with three of our favorite children (our ring bearer, flower girl, and their baby brother). I thought it might be fun to bake a little treat with them since we used to cook together all of the time when I was their nanny. Best decision ever. Today's recipe is the fifteenth of The 25 Projects of Christmas - Snowman Button Cookies.
Maybe I just had the best helpers ever, but these cookies were perfect for little hands to make. You can make this with any prepackaged cookie mix or your favorite cookie dough. And they are just so darn cute, why wouldn't you want to make them?
Our sweet ring bearer stole the Mr. to play MarioKart and he was happy to oblige. I was left with two very willing helpers -- flower girl (FG) and baby brother (baby).
We used Betty Crocker Molasses cookie dough mix and got to work preparing it as instructed. First, FG took a stab at it and was quite the Suzy Homemaker!
Not to be outdone, Baby did his best and ended up just stealing some cookie dough. As you can see by the crumbly consistency, this is PRE-EGG. Never consume raw cookie dough.
Scoop out rounded tablespoonfuls onto an ungreased cookie sheet (as directed by the recipe instructions)
Set the cookies in the oven to bake, as directed. All you gotta do now is wait patiently. Or just wait, who's patient nowadays anyway?
Bring them out of the oven about one minute earlier than the recipe calls for -- you want them to be soft but not mushy.
While the cookies are still very hot, smush them down with the bottom of a cup. This will give them the tell-tale rim that so many buttons have.
This is what they'll look like when you've done it to each:
With a drinking straw, poke holes (2 or 4) into each cookie. This is a great time to utilize fine motor skills, counting abilities, etc.
Move the cookies to a wire rack to finish cooling.
Now you're done! Bring these little guys to your next cookie swap, school party, etc. They'd be darling sugar cookies in pretty pastel colors or perfectly spicy gingerbread shapes. I'd highly suggest not using any dough with chunks though (be it chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts) as they'll interfere with the holes and imprint.
If you liked this project, I'd be delighted if you'd consider following Spool and Spoon via email or through Google Friend Connect; there are plenty of other simple tutorials and mouth-watering recipes for you to discover! Also, did you know Spool and Spoon has a Facebook? Hop on over so you don't miss any of the fun.I'm linking to:


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text: Friday, 22 November 2013 In partnership with Discovery Channel, SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium will be celebrating sharks – one of the most misunderstood animals in the world from 25 November – 20 December 2013 and encouraging visitors to pledge to become Fin Free, with the target of 100,000 signatures across our netowrk of SEA LIFE Aquariums. Make a difference Every year over 70 million sharks are killed by shark finning and as bycatch from fishing, and experts believe 90% of the ocean's sharks have already disappeared! Get involved with Shark Weeks and help protect an essential part of the ocean ecosystem. What's On Visitors during Shark Weeks will get to learn all about sharks, including the threats they face, where they live, and lots of other fascinating facts for both children and adults alike. An evening with Australia's leading expert on Great White sharks, Barry Bruce. See below for more info. Get involved: Sign our Fin Free pledge Avoid shark fin products Spread the word about the plight of sharks Take the Fin Free Pledge Now! Special Event - Expert Talk The CSIRO's Dr Barry Bruce - one of the world's leading Great White Shark experts - will be here at SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium on Tuesday December 3, 2013, to talk about some of the groundbreaking Great White Shark research currently being undertaken in Australia. Click here for more info and tickets - bookings essential! Shark Week on Discovery Channel Starts Sunday 1 December at 7:30pm AEDT/NZDT Feared. Admired. Threatened. Misunderstood. The shark is one of the most fascinating animals on Earth. Starting Sunday 1 December 2013, Shark Week returns to Discovery Channel bringing you the most informative and riveting programs on these magnificent creatures of the deep! Intelligent and graceful, and an undeniably efficient predator, they continue to fascinate humans and Shark Week will get you acquainted from all angles - from the science of shark behaviour, to amazing survival stories and up-close encounters with Great Whites. Shark Week is hosted by Aussie rugby league legend Andrew 'ET' Ettingshausen. Click here to find out more about Shark Week on Discovery Channel.


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Steve Shivvers
Saturday, February 16, 2013 at 1:00 PM - Monday, February 18, 2013 at 3:30 PM (PST)
Who's Going
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London, United Kingdom
Florence, Italy
Event Details
Van(s) trip to 350.org's President's Day rally in Washington, DC.
Planned pickup points in Council Bluffs, Des Moines, Iowa City & Davenport. Cost of $125/person for traveling by van(s) where we take turns driving and drive almost straight through (with 3 stops of 30 minutes each). This estimated cost includes van rental and estimated gas costs. If cost ends up being less than the $125 I will donate the excess to 350.org. This website service charges $7.87 per ticket so total price is $132.87.
Van arrives at Council Bluffs pick up point 12:45 AM, Feb. 16th
Van departs Council Bluffs 1: 00 PM
Van arrives Des Moines pick up point 3:10 PM
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Van arrives Iowa City pick up point 5:20 PM
Van departs Iowa City 5:40 PM
Van arrives Davenport pick up point 6:40 PM
Van departs Davenport 7:00 PM
Van arrives Washington, DC 9:30 AM, Feb. 17th
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Van arrives Davenport 9:30 AM, Feb. 18th
Van departs Davenport 9:45 AM
Van arrives Iowa City 10:45 AM
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Van arrives Des Moines 12:50 PM
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Van arrives Council Bluffs 3:15 PM, Feb. 18th
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I am planning on renting 7 passenger van(s) from car rental company. Price of $125/person assumes 7 attendees per van. If we end up needing a partially filled van we will have to charge those attendees more to cover the cost of their van. First come first served. Reserve your place by paying for your ticket now!
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Once purchased your ticket will not be refunded unless you are one of the last ones to purchase your ticket and the last van gets canceled due to not enough riders (will also be refunded if you are in the last van and it's price is ends up being too high for you and you ask for a refund). This rather strict policy is needed as other attendees would be affected if one cancels out.
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Who Owns the West?: Interim in Oregon
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The class will travel to Oregon from May 24 to June 16, spending time in the high desert of eastern Oregon, the Klamath River Basin, the Cascade Mountains, and the Oregon coast. Students will learn how federal land agencies carry out their responsibilities to balance land and resource use with environmental protection and how these decisions impact the people and the landscape of the American West. Students will be evaluated on the basis of their engagement with a wide range of guests—ranchers, federal employees, ecologists, etc.—their notes, and two short reflection papers. This course may fulfill an elective in the Geography and Environmental Science majors as well as the Environmental Studies minor.
Dr. Jamie Skillen will be the primary instructor for the 2010 course. Other knowledgeable guests and/or professors may also participate, depending on personal circumstances and course needs.
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Look for IT WAS THE BEST OF TIMES to debut some new stuff TONIGHT (the 30th) when the Hope Valley quartet open for Kentucky's CAGE THE ELEPHANT at Jerky's. Tickets are $8 at the door, call 401.621.2244 for more. At AS220 (401.831.9327) it's an all-local affair with rockers THE JESSE MINUTE, BRUNT OF IT, JOHNNY CLOTHESHANGER & THE ANTI-BABIES, and PHIL N CREW for only $6 at the door. A handful of freebie shows as well on Thursday: Heather Rose and fellow female vocalist Keturah join forces as SERIOUSLY FIERCE at Doherty's East Avenue Pub (401.725.9520) on the Pawtucket/Providence line, MARK CUTLER & FRIENDS take over at Nick-a-Nee's (401.861.7290) all night, and GREG BURGESS & JOHNNY CARLEVALE fire up some acoustic country-blues at the Greenwich Hotel. And head back there FRIDAY (the 1st) for local singers DANIEL CHASE and KRISTEN GRAVES with Warren's GAMBLIN' HANDS, call 401.884.4200 for info on both shows. Can't wait till AC/DC hits Gillette in late July and/or not willing to spend a C-note on 'em? Spend the weekend with AC/DC tribute band DIRTY DEEDS (straight outta Assonet, Mass.) at Newport Blues Cafe (401.841.5510) for only $10 on Friday before heading to Mardi Gras (401.463.3080) in Cranston on SATURDAY (the 2nd). THE 'MERICANS will play the day session of the Great International Beer Fest at the Convention Center, and Warwick-based ska kids LEMON LIME TENNIS SHOES tackle the nighttime slot. A busy Saturday continues with THE KILLDEVILS at Nick-a-Nee's, and BAYLOCK and the JOHNNY LINGO BAND at Jerky's (401.621.2244), and Brooklyn alt-pop trio GOVERNOURS appear with DOMINIC & THE LUCID (Portland Phoenix Best Music Poll nominees) at the Wheelhouse Tavern (adjacent to the Block Island Ferry), call 401.284.0246. Looking ahead to Tuesday (the 5th), POORLY DRAWN PEOPLE open for the Cali rap pack of SHWAYZE, CISCO ADLER, and MICKEY AVALON at Lupo's (401.331.5876); scoop the new PDP disc, Motion Not Emotion, ASAP. And what better way to follow up Cinco de Mayo than with some Japanese hardcore? Head to AS220 on WEDNESDAY (the 6th) for CRUDE, Texas thrashers UNIT 21, and locals NEON BITCHES.
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The signature bell tower at Virginia Intermont College rises from the highest point in the city of Bristol, Virginia, one of the Tri-Cities along with Johnson City and Kingsport, Tennessee.
As the Birthplace of Country Music, Bristol features a number of music and cultural events throughout the year in its historic downtown, including the annual Rhythm and Roots Reunion.
The area offers an abundance of recreation from NASCAR events at the famous Bristol Motor Speedway to scenic walking on the nearby Appalachian Trail and biking along the Virginia Creeper Trail.
Located within minutes of Interstate 81, the Virginia Intermont campus is less than two-hours from Roanoke, Va., Knoxville, Tenn., and Asheville, N.C.
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FTA Issues Pre-Award and Post-Delivery Buy America Handbook
FTA's Buy America Handbook, which provides grantees, manufacturers, and subcontractors and suppliers with the steps necessary to meet pre-award audit and post-delivery Buy America audit requirements, brings greater uniformity to the way the industry conducts and documents pre-award and post-delivery audits of rolling stock purchases. The handbook applies to the procurement of rolling stock used in revenue service, which includes new buses, vans, cars, railcars, locomotives, trolley cars, trolley buses, ferry boats, and vehicles used for guideways and incline planes, and intended for public transportation of passengers. It describes approaches and recommends processes for grantees as they prepare to conduct pre-award and post-delivery vehicle audits from the solicitation phase through the final acceptance of vehicles. It also includes examples of how to calculate domestic content, and verify and document compliance for all participating parties as well as sample forms and templates. The effective date of the Buy America Handbook was March 21, 2017.
Recent Policy Guidance
- FTA Issues Guidance Letter on Applicability of Microprocessor Waiver to Internet Protocol (IP) Cameras (12/21/2016)
- FTA Issues Guidance Letter on Buy America Small Purchase Waivers (9/16/2016)
- FTA Issues Final Buy America Policy Guidance for Phased Increase of Domestic Content for Procurement of Transit Rolling Stock (9/1/2016)
Buy America Overview
FTA's Buy America requirements prevent FTA from obligating an amount that may be appropriated to carry out its program for a project unless "the steel, iron, and manufactured goods used in the project are produced in the United States." 49 U.S.C. § 5323(j)(1). FTA's Buy America requirements apply to third-party procurements by FTA grant recipients. A Grantee must include in its bid or request for proposal (RFP) specification for procurement of steel, iron or manufactured goods (including rolling stock) an appropriate notice of the Buy America provision and require, as a condition of responsiveness, that the bidder or offeror submit with the bid or offer a completed Buy America certificate in accordance with 49 CFR §§661.6 or 661.12.
Under limited circumstances, FTA may waive Buy America if FTA finds that: (1) application of Buy America is inconsistent with the public interest; (2) the steel, iron, and goods produced in the U.S. are not produced in a sufficient and reasonably available amount or are not of a satisfactory quality; or (3) including domestic material will increase the cost of the overall project by more than 25 percent for rolling stock. The process for seeking a waiver is set forth in 49 CFR part 661. Grantees are encouraged to apply for a waiver as soon as possible and to provide detailed requests in order to expedite FTA's review of waiver requests. FTA's determination on waiver requests will be published in the Federal Register for notice and comment.
When procuring rolling stock, which includes train control, communication, traction power equipment, and rolling stock prototypes, the cost of the components and subcomponents produced in the U.S. must be more than:
- more than 60 percent for FY2016 and FY2017
- more than 65 percent for FY2018 and FY2019
- more than 70 percent for FY2020 and beyond
Final assembly for rolling stock also must occur in the U.S. Additionally, rolling stock procurements are subject to the pre-award and post-delivery Buy America audit provisions set forth in 49 U.S.C. § 5323(m) and 49 CFR part 663.
The phased increase in domestic content was included in the FAST Act. Please consult the Buy America FAST Act Fact Sheet for more information.
Unlike rolling stock, manufactured goods must be 100 percent produced in the U.S. A manufactured good is considered produced in the United States if: (1) All of the manufacturing processes for the product take place in the United States; and (2) All of the components of the product are of U.S. origin. A component is considered of U.S. origin if it is manufactured in the United States, regardless of the origin of its subcomponents. 49 CFR 661.5(d). FTA has issued a number of guidance letters discussing manufactured goods. See Buy America Guidance Letters.


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|Human aquaporin 4 gating dynamics in dc and ac electric fields: A molecular dynamics study
|J.-A. Garate, Niall J. English, J. M. D. MacElroy, 2011
|Water self-diffusion within human aquaporin 4 has been studied using molecular dynamics (MD) simulations in the absence and presence of external ac and dc electric fields. The computed diffusive (pd) and osmotic (pf) permeabilities under zero-field conditions are (0.718 ± 0.24) × 10−14 cm3 s−1 and (2.94 ± 0.47) × 10−14 cm3 s−1, respectively; our pf agrees with the experimental value of (1.50 ± 0.6) × 10−14 cm3 s−1. A gating mechanism has been proposed in which side-chain dynamics of residue H201, located in the selectivity filter, play an essential role. In addition, for nonequilibrium MD in external fields, it was found that water dipole orientation within the constriction region of the channel is affected by electric fields (e-fields) and that this governs the permeability. It was also found that the rate of side-chain flipping motion of residue H201 is increased in the presence of e-fields, which influences water conductivity further.
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