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2013 Audi A6 ReviewThis car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale.
All-new S6 joins newly redesigned lineup.
Audi A6 is a luxurious midsize sports sedan that seats four people in comfort. The A6 lineup was completely redesigned for the 2012 model year, and a new high-performance S6 follows suit for the 2013 model year.
Also new for 2013: The 2013 Audi A6 2.0T is available with all-wheel drive. The 2013 Audi A6 3.0T comes with a top-view camera system and a fuel-saving start/stop system.
The A6 2.0T uses a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-4 that makes 211 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. It's paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) and comes standard with front-wheel drive. Audi's Quattro all-wheel drive system with an 8-speed automatic transmission is optional on the 2013 A6 2.0T. Fuel economy for the A6 2.0T is very good, with an EPA-estimated 25/33 mpg City/Highway with the CVT and 20/30 mpg with the 8-speed automatic and Quattro.
The A6 3.0T is silky smooth, and fast. It gets 310 horsepower and 325 pound-feet of torque out of a supercharged 3.0-liter V6 that produces 310 hp and 325 lb.-ft. of torque. Quattro and the 8-speed automatic transmission are standard, as is Audi's stop/start technology, which turns the engine off during long idles to save fuel. Fuel economy is an EPA-estimated 18/27 mpg City/Highway. Premium gasoline is recommended.
After a one-year hiatus, a new 2013 Audi S6 returns on the same new chassis the A6 received for 2012. The high-performance S6 is Audi's answer to the BMW M5 and Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG. The Audi sits between the two in terms of sportiness, with the BMW suited more for the racetrack, and the Mercedes more of a luxurious cruiser.
Like the A6, the new S6 now has a longer wheelbase and is slightly shorter and wider. The new body is better balanced and more athletic. What differentiates the S6 from the A6 models is a more powerful engine, a sport-tuned adaptive air suspension, upgraded brakes and high-performance tires, as well as unique exterior and interior trim.
At the heart of the 2013 Audi S6 is a new twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8, which replaces the old naturally aspirated V10. The new powerplant cranks out 420 hp and 406 lb.-ft. of torque, and is paired with a dual-clutch 7-speed transmission. Quattro all-wheel drive is standard. Although the new engine in the S6 is slightly less powerful than its predecessor, the 2013 S6 is faster and more efficient than the last generation. Audi estimates the S6 can go from 0-60 mph in less than 4.8 seconds, a full second less than the old model. That's especially impressive, considering the new S6 is about 130 pounds heavier. EPA fuel economy estimates for the 2013 S6 are 17/27 mpg City/Highway, which is impressive considering the car's weight and performance.
A bevvy of electronic safety and convenience features are available on the A6 and S6, including lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, pre-collision warning and night vision. There's even an option that can turn the vehicle's onboard wifi into a wireless hotspot for up to eight wireless-enabled devices.
It's hard to beat Audi's interiors, and the A6 is no exception. One arc flows gracefully into the next, on the dash and door panels, from vents to grab handles. On the 3.0T, the leather is grainy, wood is walnut, trim brushed aluminum. Leather interior on the S6 is quilted in a diamond pattern, and the instrument panel and doors can be trimmed in carbon fiber.
Competitors to the 2013 Audi A6 include the BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and Jaguar XF. For the S6, buyers might consider the Jaguar XFR-S, BMW M5, and Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG.
The 2013 Audi A6 is available in three models: the 2.0T with a 211-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, CVT and front-wheel drive; the 2.0T Quattro with the same engine plus 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive; and the A6 3.0T Quattro with a 310-horsepower 3.0-liter supercharged V6, 8-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. The 2013 Audi S6 is available in one variant, with a 420 hp 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8, seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and all-wheel-drive.
The A6 2.0T ($42,200) comes standard with three-zone air conditioning, leather interior, eight-way power front seats, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel with multi-function controls, 5-inch monochrome driver information display, Multi-Media Interface (MMI) with 6.5-inch screen, Bluetooth, a 10-speaker audio system with single CD player, satellite radio and USB port; folding rear seat with pass-through, power sunroof, automatic headlights and wipers, LED taillamps, and 17-inch alloy wheels. On 2.0T Quattro models ($44,400), heated seats are also included.
A Premium Plus package for the 2.0T ($4300) adds keyless ignition/entry, the Audi MMI interface with color display, navigation with real-time traffic and Google Earth, the Audi Connect in-car wireless Internet feature, an upgraded audio system with HD radio, CD changer and digital music storage; a rearview camera, front and rear parking sensors, auto-dimming outside mirrors, HID Xenon headlamps, LED running lights, and 18-inch wheels.
The A6 3.0T ($50,400) includes all the 2.0T equipment plus heated front seats and an automatic stop/start engine system. Options for the A6 3.0T include the same Premium Plus features found on the 2.0. A 3.0 Prestige package ($6,550) adds four-zone climate control, ventilated front seats, a power-adjustable steering wheel, ambient LED cabin lighting, a Bose audio system, adaptive headlights, special S-line badging, cornering lights and unique 18-inch wheels.
On certain trims, an innovation package includes a head-up display, night vision assist, adaptive cruise control, power-folding auto-dimming sideview mirrors, a top-view camera system with front and rear corner views, a blind-spot warning system, active lane assist, and Audi's Pre-Sense Plus pre-collision system (which activates the brakes and adjusts the front seats to protect occupants if a collision is imminent).
Other options include a Bang & Olufsen sound system, LED headlamps with daytime running lights, and a sport package with 20-inch wheels.
The S6 ($71,900) includes S6 sport seats with unique leather interior and diamond stitching, heated, 12-way power front seats with driver memory, four-zone climate control, a power tilt-and-telescoping sport steering wheel with multifunction controls, keyless entry/start, Homelink garage door opener, Bluetooth, the Audi MMI interface with navigation, the Audi Connect wifi service with 6-month subscription, a Bose audio system with satellite radio and iPod/USB connection, Xenon adaptive headlights and 19-inch alloy wheels with summer performance tires.
Safety equipment that comes standard includes six airbags in front, front side, and front/rear curtain; electronic stability control, anti-lock disc brakes, LATCH for children, and tire pressure monitor. Optional safety equipment includes Audi Side Assist, rear side-impact airbags, Adaptive Cruise Control, and all-wheel drive.
Audi A6 was completely redesigned for the 2012 model year.
We think the A6 has a beautiful face. We've grown used to Audi's big grilles, which some have likened to the mouth of a largemouth bass. Others have since copied it. On A6 models, the grille slats are black with a chrome surround. On the S6, it's chrome all the way. The S6 also has fog lights integrated into the lower air intakes.
Execution of the shapely aluminum hood is excellent, with horizontal air intakes and wraparound headlamps that are long, sleek and sharp. Its shoulders are like a racecar, with aluminum front fenders. Although taller, the roofline is still sleek with its cool little sharkfin antenna.
In the rear, wide tail lamps stretch across the back and stop squarely at the corners (in contrast to many vehicles now, whose lenses often wrap around far into the rear quarter panels). An integrated rear decklid spoiler looks like a little upturned tail. Quad exhaust pipes on the S6 look like they mean business without looking too flamboyant.
The A6 interior exudes style and class. One arc flows gracefully into the next, on the dash and door panels, from vents to grab handles. Fit and finish is superb, as is the materials quality. On the 3.0T, the wood is walnut, the trim brushed aluminum.
The leather used for the seats is beautiful, but grainy enough to feel, especially sliding in and out. On a five-hour interstate run from Seattle to Portland, we couldn't find pressure points that felt perfect with the standard 8-way power heated seats with lumbar. We all have different tastes and shapes and even moods, which is the hard thing about critiquing seat comfort.
The S6 is another matter. It uses upgraded, Valcona leather, with the same gorgeous diamond stitching found on other S models. Seats are adjustable 12 ways, which provides a wider range of configurability.
The lovely tachometer and speedometer, with clean numbers and needles in organic white light, are the best. The information from needle-on-numbers goes straight to your brain, without the distraction of a fancy face on a gauge.
Between the tach and speedo there's a big space for stacks of digital information; instead of having to scroll through one report at a time, the A6 shows you three or four, including distance to empty (how far you can go before running out of gas). You can also view the navigation illustrations, a safe place to put that information because your eyes don't have to travel. Cars equipped with navigation use Google Earth, which is fun to watch, but it's so highly detailed it can be tough to know where you are at a glance.
A 7-inch color display, hidden when the car is off, pops out of the dash when the car is turned on. Audi's MMI, or Multi Media Interface, works similarly to the systems used both by BMW and Mercedes-Benz. It's controlled by a circular knob surrounded by four buttons. Different drivers have different preferences, but we find this setup less distracting than a touch screen, because you don't have to reach out and lean forward to hit a button. And the screen won't get filled with fingerprints.
If pointing and clicking is too tedious, you can also spell out your navigation requests on a tablet-like space with your fingertip. We were surprised by how well it read scribbling while driving. In theory it's slower than using voice, but we found the voice recognition system unreliable, so for us it was faster just to write.
Cars equipped with the Audi Connect system, which uses a 3G connection to turn the car into a wireless hotspot, can support up to eight WiFi-enabled devices such as phones, iPads or laptops.
Cargo space measures a relatively small 14.1 cubic feet, but standard split-folding rear seats and a pass-through help to create more room when needed.
Driving Impression
The 2013 Audi A6 offers two powertrains, a 2.0 turbo and a newer 3.0 supercharged V6. The new S6 features a 420-hp twin-turbocharged V8 that replaces the old naturally aspirated V10. It's all about efficiency, now.
Audi's 2.0-liter turbo engine found in the A6 2.0T is certifiably smooth and relaxed at 80 mph, and is a fine choice if you're content with 211 horsepower. The CVT might not perform as well as the Quattro version with the 8-speed automatic transmission, but it's the best choice for fuel economy. And it costs about $8000 less.
The supercharged V6 in the 3.0T feels like the perfect midsize luxury car engine. All the speed you need, smooth acceleration and a nearly seamless 8-speed transmission. Fuel economy isn't bad, either with an EPA-estimated 19/28 mpg City/Highway, although we got a spectacular 31.6 mpg running with the cruise control set at 72 mph, on premium fuel. Puttering around town, we dropped as low as 16 mpg.
You can drive the A6 in a racy manner without holding back, assuming you know what you're doing and are doing it safely. The unibody chassis is stiffer and lighter, with aluminum hood, front fenders, and suspension bits; and things like laser welds between the roof and side panels make a difference in rigidity. The Servotronic steering is electromechanical and speed sensitive, meaning it gets more precise as the car goes faster.
The versatile suspension stays flat and with you all the way. Our A6 was equipped with the optional Sport Package, including 19-inch wheels with summer performance tires and firmer suspension tuning. Over speed bumps and sharp edges at slower speeds, the ride can surprise you with a small shot now and then, but over unsmooth pavement at 50 mph there's no discomfort.
Quattro all-wheel drive seamlessly shifts power between the front and rear wheels according to the available grip. While cruising on the highway, the front/rear power distribution is split 40/60, but depending on traction demands it can vary from 15/85 to 70/30.
Drive Select, a standard feature, allows the driver to select from four modes (Comfort, Auto, Dynamic, Individual) that adjust the transmission, power steering and engine to alter shift points, steering boost and throttle response. With this many options, one of them will be just right for what you're after.
The S6 is like an A6 on steroids. Its 420-hp twin-turbo V8 is strong and responsive, and the variable sport air suspension manages the S6's weight beautifully around corners. With its upgraded brakes, the S6 stops quickly.
Like the A6, the S6 also uses Drive Select. Around town, we recommend Comfort or Auto mode for the smoothest ride and best fuel economy (although we realize some would consider this a waste of the S6's potential). On city streets, we found Dynamic mode to feel twitchy, with jackrabbit-like acceleration and grabby brakes. On high-speed sweepers or twisty canyon roads, Dynamic mode was well-suited to the task. But it lacks the seamless refinement of the sport mode found on the BMW M5. We were fond of the Dynamic mode's enhanced exhaust note, however.
The Audi A6 offers speed, style, technology and comfort with good fuel mileage. The S6 splits the difference nicely between track-ready performance and ultimate luxury.
Sam Moses filed this NewCarTestDrive.com report after his test drive of the A6 3.0T in Washington state, with Laura Burstein reporting from Los Angeles.
Model Lineup
Audi A6 2.0T Premium ($42,200), A6 2.0 Premium Quattro ($44,400); A6 3.0 Premium Quattro ($50,400); S6 ($71,900).
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metallic paint ($475); 19-inch wheel Sport Package ($1500); Audi Side Assist Package ($500) with blind spot alert, rear Pre Sense system and power-folding side mirrors.
Model Tested
Audi A6 3.0T quattro Premium Plus ($54,700).The Audi A6 continues a legacy of dynamic excellence and exceptional comfort, with impressive attention to detail inside and out. The A6 is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury sedan, available in both front-wheel and quattro all-wheel drive. New for 2013 is a 2.0 TFSI quattro model as well as start/stop technology on the 3.0 TFSI. The A6 is offered as a front-wheel drive 2.0T Premium or as an all-wheel drive quattro 2.0T and 3.0 Premium. 2.0 TFSI models are outfitted with a 211-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, paired with a Multitronic continuously variable transmission (CVT). 3.0 TFSI models include a 310-hp 3.0-liter supercharged V6, mated to a eight-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic manual mode. Both engines feature TFSI direct gasoline injection. New for 2013 the 3.0T engine includes start/stop technology. Electromechanical steering and the Audi Drive Select program augment efficiency and handling. Standard equipment includes a power sunroof, 17-inch aluminum wheels, three-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, Bluetooth wireless connectivity, satellite radio and an Audi Music Interface. A Premium Plus package is available for all models, featuring 18-inch aluminum wheels, Xenon plus headlights with LED daytime running lamps, HD radio and Audi Connect with internet access, along with a MMI navigation plus system featuring extended functionality, including touchpad control, real-time traffic information and internal memory for digital media storage. Safety features include electronic stability and traction control systems, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes with brake assist, active anti-whiplash front head restraints and six airbags; rear side-impact airbags, front/rear parking sensors and an Audi Side Assist blind spot monitor are optional. The Audi pre-sense collision mitigation system is standard on every A6; night vision assist, adaptive cruise control, LED headlights and a head-up display are also available. The Audi A6 is mainly a carryover for 2013.
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Blackburn, 55, took first in his age group in the long jump by leaping 17-05. His mark shattered a 15-08 record for the same group that was untouched for 24 years prior.
"I was hoping to go a bit further, but I strained a quad muscle", said the Department of Corrections employee. Blackburn said he participates in the game to stay fit, but also for the camaraderie of the competition.
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Toll also took first in the long jump for his age division, but the pulled hamstring he suffered on landing the jump has clouded most of his recollection.
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Sitting across the desk from an agent who may be interested in signing you, you're selling that person on your face, your personality, and your talent. So you want to infuse your outfit with a little bit of your personality, says veteran L.A. stylist Tin Wornom. But actors, especially women, should be careful their clothing doesn't draw too much attention. "You want them to look at your face," she warns. "You don't want them to look at your boobs."
Stylist Pascale Nyby, whose credits include Grey's Anatomy and Boston Legal, agrees. "I think that restraint should be used when showing the chest," she says. "Obviously, low-cut tops are good, but not to the extent where you're uncomfortable and somebody else might think that something's going to happen if you move too quickly in one direction or the other."
There are several guidelines for deciding whether a piece of clothing is suitable. Wornom stresses the importance of common sense: "If you wouldn't wear that to go meet your boyfriend's family for the first time, I definitely wouldn't wear it to meet an agent or manager for the first time."
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Adds Nyby, "You're taking a neutral stance when you go into a meeting with anybody, and you don't want to go too loudly in one direction or the other until you're sure what they really like." Though it may be wise to play it cool and avoid extreme fashion statements, there are ways to incorporate your personality and style in your outfit without being too loud.
For women, Wornom suggests avoiding bold prints on top—or, if you must, try wearing them on the bottom. "It's about mixing it up and making things look effortless," she says. Accessories are also a great way to show a bit of personality without coming off too strong.
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All the stylists agree that it's appropriate to wear a nice pair of dark jeans to an industry meeting. But there are several common faux pas to avoid. Wornom, who has also worked in casting, advises men to steer clear of very tight pants: "I'm not casting you or interested in you because of your junk. I'm interested in you because you actually have talent." Find jeans that are neither too revealing nor too loose, she advises, and avoid the "skater, Urban Outfitter kind of thing," adding that men should always wear a belt to achieve a more polished look.
Tight-fitting jeans may not be a bad choice for women, but it depends on your body type, says Nyby: A woman in really good shape can wear tight jeans without exposing too much flesh and appear just as conservative as a woman who's not in great shape in looser-fitting jeans. It's common for women to wear jeans about two sizes too small, but to ensure the best fit, Nyby recommends trying them on and sitting down: If they expose your back, they're too small.
"It's a great feeling to fit into a size smaller," says Newman, "but it can make you look so much heavier because it doesn't fit you right, and if you're spilling out or you have a muffin top, it's definitely no good."
If you don't already own a pair of high-quality, great-fitting jeans, the stylists highly recommend investing in one. Wornom suggests Ernest Sewn or Antik Denim; Newman likes J Brand and Rock & Republic. While they're definitely more pricey than Old Navy, you'll notice the difference in quality, they say. "There are going to be people who are like, 'Oh, no, it's all the same,' " says Wornom. "You know what? It ain't the same. My ass does not look as good in a pair of Forever 21 jeans as it does in my Diesels." Nyby agrees, adding that a nice pair of jeans from a recognizable designer helps an actor appear successful and confident.
Sacrificing quality to save money may have adverse affects, according to Wornom. "You don't look polished," she says. "You look like you're broke and you need a job, and no one wants to hire you if you look like you're broke and you need a job. I've been doing this for 16 years, and the desperate-looking people that walk through the door are never the ones that get hired."
Bottom line? "If you're wearing something that you love, it's going to show," says Newman. "The No. 1 fashion tip in general is that it's always important to stay true to yourself and to your own personal style." So before you walk out your front door, be sure you not only look good but feel good too.


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Questions and Answers with Career Expert Deborah Wile-Dib
Please note: On a somewhat infrequent basis, Quintessential Careers asks noted career experts five questions related to their expertise and publishes the interview in the current issue of QuintZine, our career e-newsletter. Those interviews are archived here for your convenience.
Deborah Wile-Dib, nationally certified resume writer and career coach, is owner and President of Advantage Resumes of New York.
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|What trends and changes in resumes have you observed in the last few years?
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|The evolution of the resume from a historical document to a strategic personal marketing piece. Strictly traditional chronological resumes no longer meet the needs of employers. Employers want problem-solvers who can immediately and profitably react to the almost instantaneous changes in the marketplace. An achievement-oriented resume, one that showcases the applicant's relevant achievements in a CAR (Challenge/Action/Result) format and places them in a position of prominence above the traditional job chronology, should prove the applicant's value to the employer and secure an interview.
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|What is the most important piece of advice you feel you could offer today's job-seeker about resumes? What's the biggest mistake job-seekers make that your advice could correct?
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|Job seekers should always remember that the employer has little or no interest in what the job seeker wants from a job. They want to know what the job seeker can do for them; what bottom-line impact will they have, and how soon can they expect that impact. All personal marketing materials must be written with that vision.
The biggest mistake job seekers make is to focus their resume on themselves by using a boring objective and strictly chronological listing of jobs. A great resume focuses on the job seeker's targeted market and uses a defined strategy to show the applicant's value to the employer.
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|What directions do you see online job-hunting taking in the next few years?
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|Online job hunting will become more and more the norm. Job seekers and employers alike will use the Web for searching for and filling open positions. However, as more people use the Web for employment purposes, it will become increasingly difficult for employers and recruiters to sift through the immense number of replies to open positions, even with the aid of electronic data sorting. Networking will still be the most important way to look for the best jobs and it will be ever more important to get past the electronic gatekeepers.
The best use of the Web from a job seeker's point of view will be to research companies for networking and interview purposes. With the proliferation of company Web sites, it will become increasingly easy to become acquainted with companies' power structures, corporate cultures, directions, and challenges. Interviewees who want to out-compete the competition have only to do their homework and interview armed with suggested strategies to help meet corporate challenges.
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|There is often complacency amongst job seekers, even in poor economies. Most people think "That will never happen to me. My company will never downsize and even if they do, I'm too valuable to be let go." This head-in-the-sand thinking is rampant and prevents a pro-active stance that prepares for any eventuality.
A job seeker in any economy must brand herself or himself as does any good marketer of a product. Personal career management today and in the future will mean creating a brand awareness, of becoming known in one's industry for certain innate qualities and quantifiable achievements that drive efficiency, innovation, and/or profits. Resumes and other personal marketing documents must be kept up to date, business, industry and/or technical knowledge must always be expanded, and networking must always be happening. Looking out for new opportunities must become second nature.
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|What distinguishes your approach to resumes from everyone else's? What make it different or better?
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|Resumes are advertisements focused to the need of the purchaser. The employer is the buyer; the applicant is the product. Pure and simple. In my resume consulting practice, I work with my clients to identify their target (job, or industry, or even company), determine their skills and accomplishments, and then strategize the achievements that will capture the interest of their targeted employers. We also discuss and develop a profile of their soft skills, those intangibles that make them who they are and drive them to succeed. Then their hard and soft skills, achievements, and job history/education are edited and formatted into a striking and cohesive resume that drives results. In addition, this beautifully formatted paper document is converted into a simply formatted computer scannable version and a plain text (ASCII) version for e-mail. This service provides the job seeker with a resume for every possible situation: networking and interviewing, faxing, answering want-ads, corresponding with employers and recruiters via e-mail, and answering on-line ads.
Deborah Wile-Dib, nationally certified resume writer and career coach, is owner and President of Advantage Resumes of New York, a premier provider of worldwide executive, professional, and technical career marketing and coaching services. More than 65 examples of Ms. Wile-Dib's work have been nationally published in eight McGraw-Hill and JIST career books. Ms. Wile-Dib is the exclusive weekly career columnist for Long Island's leading tech and new media careers site, IJOBS.com; has been interviewed for three consecutive years in Newsday's Business Section, and frequently speaks on career issues at conferences and colleges. She is a founding member of The National Resume Writers' Association (NRWA) where she currently serves on the NRWA's Certification Commission. She is also an active member of The Professional Association of Resume Writers (PARW), the Association for Job Search Training (AJST), the Career Planning and Adult Development Network (CPADN), and Career Masters Institute (CMI). Ms. Wile-Dib holds four careers industry certifications: Nationally Certified Resume Writer (NCRW), Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW), Internationally Certified Job and Career Transition Coach (IJCTC), and Credentialed Career Master (CCM).
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Going for over $1,000 a pop, these awesome Franck Mueller iPhone Cases are guaranteed to catch the eyes of passersby. With the designer being already known for his dazzling timepieces, these phone covers are definitely another great representation of his intricate skill and will get him even more popularity.
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It was his own insecurities, his own fears that lead former boy band singer, and now international sensation, Ricky Martin to bully the very people he now seeks to protect and fight for their rigths… the people he identifies with. Martin came out as a gay man in 2010.
In an interview with GQ Australia, the Puerto Rican singer confessed to once bullying other homosexuals and says felt ashamed of gays.
"I was very angry, very rebellious," he says in the October issue of GQ Australia about being sexually confused when growing up in San Juan, Puerto Rico. "I used to look at gay men and think 'I'm not like that; I don't want to be like that. That's not me.' I was ashamed."
The "Cup of Life" singer said it was a combination of fear and fear of criticism and of being different from everything he had grown up with that caused him to "take his anger on those around him."
"When you're told you're wrong by everyone, from society, from your faith – – my self-esteem was crushed. I took my anger out on those around me", he said in the same interview. "I look back now and realize I would bully people who I knew were gay. I internalized homophobia. To realize that was confronting to me. I wanted to get away from that."


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GPU accelerator technology is about to arrive in the corporate data center. NVIDIA and IBM announced at this week's SC13 show that the two companies will collaborate on GPU-accelerated versions of IBM's enterprise software applications on IBM Power Systems.
IBM Power Systems will support existing applications developed with the NVIDIA CUDA programming model, and IBM will make its Rational software development tools available to supercomputing developers. The companies also plan to integrate the joint processing capabilities of Tesla GPUs with IBM POWER processors, opening up opportunities for supercomputing hardware to be used for different types of applications.
"Companies are looking for new and more efficient ways to drive business value from Big Data and analytics," said Tom Rosamilia, senior vice president, IBM Systems & Technology Group and Integrated Supply Chain. "The combination of IBM and NVIDIA processor technologies can provide clients with an advanced and efficient foundation to achieve this goal."
IBM is targeting applications like business intelligence, predictive analytics, and risk analytics for improvement via GPU-accelerated technology. According to an article in The Register, NVIDIA expects to benefit via the IBM endorsement and access to the company's sales and marketing muscle.
NVIDIA is also part of the OpenPOWER Consortium, which aims to create an open ecosystem based on the POWER architecture. Goolge, Mellanox and Tyan are also participating.
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Workers Would Benefit from Abolishing the Corporate Income Tax
August 6, 2014
There should be no corporate income tax, argues James Pethokoukis of the American Enterprise Institute.
The United States boasts the highest corporate tax rate in the develop world -- at 40 percent including federal and state taxes. The tax only hurts American workers and the economy at large:
- According to a Congressional Budget Office study, workers bear 70 percent of the corporate tax burden.
- High corporate tax rates reduce workers' wages. According to economists Kevin Hassett and Aparna Mathur of the American Enterprise Institute, wage rates drop 0.5 percent when corporate tax rates increase 1 percent.
- The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development has identified the corporate tax as the most harmful tax for economic growth.
To escape these taxes, businesses move abroad -- taking jobs with them. Not only would cutting the corporate tax rate keep American businesses in the United States, but many multinational corporations would likely want to headquarter themselves in the United States, says Pethokoukis.
According to NCPA Senior Fellow Larry Kotlikoff, Director of the Tax Analysis Center, abolishing the corporate income tax would lead to a 12 percent to 13 percent increase in wages.
Source: James Pethokoukis, "Why corporations shouldn't pay any taxes - zero, zilch, nada," The Week, August 4, 2014.
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It seems inconceivable now but the odds-on favourite to win CFL MVP honours spent the early part of his pro career getting locker-room doors slammed in his face.
B.C. Lions slotback Geroy Simon was cut by Cincinnati, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Tampa Bay of the NFL, with the Buccaneers actually releasing him four different times.
"You don't take it very well when you're released," Simon told the Montreal Gazette. "Your confidence is shot. At least I had a strong support group in my parents, who told me to keep fighting.
"I like watching people's biographies, and have found the people who are the most successful were persistent and fought for their dreams."
Simon's persistence has paid off. The Blue Bombers gave him a CFL job in 1999. After catching 51 passes for 725 yards and seven touchdowns for Winnipeg in 2000, Simon decided to try his NFL luck once again as a free agent. But he was incredulous when Kansas City cut him in 2001.
After calls to Winnipeg and Hamilton, Simon landed in Vancouver. Although his success there was far from immediate, the Leos decided to keep Simon after the Bombers expressed an interest in acquiring him.
Now, Simon leads the CFL with 73 receptions for 1,357 yards and a league-leading 12 touchdowns.
And there is a lesson to be learned from Simon's determination.
"Keep fighting for your dreams," he advised. "You're going to get knocked out. It's all about how many times you get up."
DYSLEXIC SAFETY: Simon is not the only CFLer who has overcome adversity to become one of the league's top players. B.C. safety Barron Miles suffers from dyslexia, the condition that causes the brain to jumble words, making reading and writing an adventure.
"In high school, they thought of me as just a dumb jock," Miles told the Vancouver Sun. "I was struggling in my second year at Nebraska, so they gave me a tutor. She'd give me the same questions I failed on the written test but I'd end up passing them orally. That's when they told my (football) coaches, 'Hey, we'd better get him tested.' From that point on, I'd go to class but I could only take notes mentally."
And that has not stopped him from learning the playbook so well that he currently leads the CFL with eight interceptions. Living with dyslexia, you see, has motivated him to become a better player and possibly even a coach in the future.
"More people tend to hide it than to make other people aware of it," said Miles, 34. "You're better off admitting your weaknesses and not be ashamed of it because you're only hurting yourself."
HASHMARKS: The CFL board of governors is expected to issue a salary cap of less than $4.5 million for next season later this month ... Hamilton QB Jason Maas has finally admitted that he had been bothered by strained abdominal muscles, which are starting to feel better now -- especially after a win ... Hamilton mascot Pigskin Pete plans to retire after 31 years of leading cheers at Ivor Wynne Stadium.


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Mukilteo gears up for 3rd annual car show
The Mukilteo Chamber of Commerce, Historic Flight Foundation and local sponsors, Dwayne Lanes, Les Schwab, Karmichael Auto Salon, and Harbour Pointe Havoline Xpress Lube are gearing up for the third annual Mukilteo Car Show, to be held again this year at the Historic Flight Foundation tarmac on Sunday, June 24, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Every kind of car – including restored classics to the most modern rides will be on display at the show located at 10719 Bernie Webber Dr. – right along the Mukilteo Speedway.
The day will be filled with music, contests, trophies, raffle prizes, food and of course, CARS!
In addition to the car show, the Historic Flight Foundation's collection of aircraft from 1927-1957 will be open as well. The HFF will be offering the opportunity to purchase rides in the fully restored B-25 "Grumpy."
If you would like to show your car, entrants can register for $20 at www.mukilteo.org. Proceeds support the Mukilteo Food Bank, and the first 125 cars will receive a dash plaque.
Come out and vote for your favorite car. Trophies for Best of Show, People's Choice and Mayor's Choice will be awarded at 2:30 p.m. Prizes for fun categories will be awarded throughout the day.
Bring the family and spend the day – there will be live music from the Three Charlies Band and great food from Garlic Jim's Pizza, coffee and goodies from Celtic Coffee & Deli, grilled hot dogs from the Mukilteo Kiwanis, kettle corn from Sturgis Sweets and shave ice from Kona Ice.
"Last year over 300 visitors voted for the People's Choice Award," said Chamber President Dan Wisniewski. "We hope everyone comes out again – and even more out again this year!" It's a great way to spend the day in our community."
To register a car, donate a raffle prize, or if you need more information, call the Mukilteo Chamber of Commerce at 425-347-1456 or email firstname.lastname@example.com.


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Cirona, Spain (SPX) Dec 06, 2010
Agricultural - or Neolithic - economics replaced the Mesolithic social model of hunter-gathering in the Near East about 10,000 years ago.
One of the most important socioeconomic changes in human history, this socioeconomic shift, known as the Neolithic transition, spread gradually across Europe until it slowed down when more northern latitudes were reached.
Research published, Friday, 3 December 2010, in New Journal of Physics (co-owned by the Institute of Physics and the German Physical Society), details a physical model, which can potentially explain how the spreading of Neolithic farmers was slowed down by the population density of hunter-gatherers.
The researchers from Girona, in Catalonia, Spain, use a reaction-diffusion model, which explains the relation between population growth and available space, taking into account the directional space dependency of the established Mesolithic population density.
The findings confirm archeological data, which shows that the slowdown in the spreading of farming communities was not, as often assumed, the result of crops needing to adapt to chillier climates, but indeed a consequence of the struggle for space with prevalent hunter-gatherer communities.
In the future, the researchers' model could be used for further physical modeling of socioeconomic transitions in the history of humanity.
As the researchers write, "The model presented in this work could be applied to many examples of invasion fronts in which the indigenous population and the invasive one compete for space in a single biological niche, both in natural habitats and in microbiological assays."
The researchers' paper can be downloaded for free from Friday 3 December 2010 here
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The playboy lifestyle of one of the world's biggest Internet pirates has been exposed after a raid by police on his home in New Zealand.
Multimillionaire Kim Dotcom, one of the founders of Megaupload.com, was arrested Friday despite retreating to an electronically locked "safe room" in his sprawling home in Auckland, Dotcom Mansion.
Officers, who swooped on the $30-million property in two helicopters, had to cut their way into the room. There they found Mr. Dotcom — a 37-year-old German national whose real name is Kim Schmitz — with what appeared to be a sawn-off shotgun.
"It was definitely not as simple as knocking at the front door," said Grant Wormald, a detective inspector, describing the raid on the 24-hectare estate, which involved more than 70 officers.
Police seized 18 luxury vehicles valued at $4.9-million, including a Rolls-Royce Phantom drophead coupe and a pink 1959 Cadillac, as well as art and electronic equipment.
Many of the cars sported vanity licence plates — the one on the Rolls was "God," while an AMG Mercedes carried "Hacker" and another was labelled "Mafia."
Banking authorities also froze about $8.9-million in various accounts.
Mr. Dotcom — an imposing 6-foot-7 and weighing 300 pounds — is alleged by U.S. authorities to be involved in one of the largest cases of copyright theft ever.
An indictment unsealed in Alexandria, Va., Thursday says the man who began his criminal career hacking into security systems heads an enterprise that stole US$500-million from copyright holders and generated more than US$175-million through subscriptions and advertising.
Police in New Zealand also arrested chief marketing officer Finn Batato, co-founder Mathias Ortmann and Bram van der Kolk as members of a group U.S. prosecutors dubbed "Mega Conspiracy."
The four appeared later in an Auckland district court where they were remanded in custody.
According to New Zealand reports, Mr. Dotcom's lawyer initially objected to media requests to take photographs and video inside the courtroom. But the man himself said he did not mind "because we have nothing to hide."
Megaupload, which has been shut down, was a network of highly popular file-sharing and streaming websites that drew nearly 50 million users a day.
They could upload files for free or for a fee, which others could download without paying any additional fees, raising concerns among copyright holders in the music, television and film industry.
The U.S. wants to extradite the Auckland quartet to face charges of online piracy, racketeering and money-laundering, which could carry jail terms of up to 20 years.
Mr. Dotcom, who has dual Finnish and German citizenship, has made himself a visible target.
Click here to read the FBI's full statement regarding the charges against Mr. Dotcom
He splits his time between Hong Kong and New Zealand and casts himself in flamboyant YouTube videos. His role as one of the most prominent Web locker operators has earned him a half-joking nickname in Hollywood: Dr. Evil.
He also has a criminal record. In 1988, he received a two-year suspended prison sentence in his native Germany for hacking.
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Mr. Dotcom was arrested in Bangkok in 2002 and deported to Germany, where he was put on probation and fined US$140,000.
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That didn't stop Mr. Dotcom from watching Auckland's New Year's Eve fireworks celebration — for which he reportedly paid $500,000 — from his private helicopter.
The web mogul's reputation indicates a love for expensive cars, and driving them at speeds of more than 320 kilometres per hour on public roads.
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We've just spent the past week in sunny Sydney, and it just flew by! It was difficult to try to see and do all the things on our list whilst trying to live the beachy, laid-back lifestyle that Sydney is known for. But we did our best. Sydney is amazing in this way — it's a vibrant cosmopolitan city with so much to offer, yet it also has a very 'surfer dude' beachy vibe which is really fun and refreshing. Everyone here is beautiful, the food is delicious, the shopping is very tempting, and there's a noticeable buzz in the air. Maybe it's because it's summertime, or maybe it's just Sydney. In any case, we love it here!
We're staying in a really lovely guest house in Bondi Beach, and it has turned out to be the perfect place for us. We've even made some new friends who are staying here as well and who, coincidentally, are also from London! Such a small world.
Here is a re-cap of the past week…
Our first day in Sydney was rainy and grey, so we spent the day at the Taronga Zoo (instead of hitting the beaches). You have to take a ferry across the harbour to reach it, and then you take the Sky Safari cable car up to the top of the zoo, which means you get incredible views of Sydney behind you and great views of the animals below. It also means the animals at the zoo have pretty stunning views too. The giraffes literally look out across the harbour to the city (though you can't tell from the photo because it was too overcast). On that day we also visited the Botanic Gardens… and the flying foxes!
On day two we walked from Bondi Beach to Bronte Beach along the Coastal Walk. We were told that Bronte is a more family-friendly beach, and it turned out to be a really great spot for us — with a playground, a little steam engine train, and a row of great cafes.
On day 3 we hit the Paddington Markets, Oxford Street, Centennial Park, Queen Street, and Bondi Junction… all in one day! It was busy! The bus system here in Sydney has been great — we've gone everywhere either by bus or on foot. (Don't my kids look exhausted?!)
Bondi Beach (pictured below) is insane! We went on a sunny Sunday and it was difficult to find a free patch of sand. But it was great to see the beach in its full glory. And thankfully we plopped ourselves on the north side of the beach where they have a children's wading pool and showers. (I forgot how tedious the sand can be — especially with an 8-month-old who wants to eat it!)
Yesterday we ditched the sand and headed to the Sydney Aquarium to see fish, sharks, Dugongs, sting rays, sea turtles and a crocodile. Oh, and Nemo and Dory too! (My kids loved it.)
We have really had such a great time in Sydney, and we're thinking of coming back here for a few more days at the end of our trip. Tomorrow we hop on board the campervan for 5 weeks on the road. Wish me luck… 🙂
xoxo Courtney
So, did you go to Glamourama beach (Tamarama) between Bondi and Bronte? I enjoyed the Rocks Market in Sydney, there were more than 100 stalls with gifts, antiques, etc. Maybe it was on Saturdays and Sundays, I don't remember… I need to go back there soon! Enjoy your trip!
wow – do you know that I think I was at the zoo on the same day as you ????? I am glad you are loving Sydney and know you will love your campervan adventure! Bon Voyage!
Mel (Sydney resident!) x
so nice to read about Sydney…it brings back lovely memories.We also did the fab costal walk. can't wait to read more about the campervan experience!x
Sydney is so great! I was there in 2005 and still miss it heaps… Loved the costal walk. Loved boni beach. Loved Paddington. Loved the whole city… Great to read about your adventures!
Welcome to my home. I just love it, it is everything you have described it, cosmopolitan, glamorous, laid back and also child friendly. Enjoy the rest of your holiday Down Under.
so so so jealous – can hardly write. You'll be happy to hear that we have had a pleasant mix of sleet and snow today in London. But thankfully we've hit 3 degrees so we're almost out of the freezing category. So playing outside is about as much fun as eating hair (I'm over my enthusiasm for puddles last week) and we have just about exhausted baking, lego, Playmobil, hide and seek and painting. can't wait to hear about the campervan adventures – have fun!
Lovely to see some pics from your trip. It was lovely to meet you and your family. Can't wait to read about the rest of your adventures. x


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Board Member - Volunteer Position
SLEC was incorporated in 1998 and is funded through the Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network (MH LHIN).
SLEC's Mission is to provide supervised therapeutic social and recreational programming to promote independence, maximize level of functioning and enhance the quality of life of seniors with physical and/or cognitive challenges. The program offers respite, support and information to clients, their significant others and/or caregivers.
SLEC's Vision is to be the family's choice for day programs and support services for seniors in the community.
SLEC's strategic priorities are:
- The voice of the client
- Pursuit of passion for service excellence
- Quality and client safety
- Respected presence in the community
- Sustained and managed growth
Programs include:
The Circle of Friends Program provides an adult day service for clients with Alzheimer's disease, dementia and/or other cognitive impairments.
The Gathering Place Program provides an adult day service for clients with any of the following: physical disabilities, mild cognitive impairments, frail health.
Extended Hours Program provides evening and weekend respite for clients with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, other cognitive impairments, physical disabilities and/or frail health.
Governance Structure
SLEC is overseen by a 10 member community volunteer Board of Directors that is elected in accordance with its bylaws. Board members are selected based on their skills, expertise and passion for seniors. The Board provides leadership and sets the strategic direction and priorities for SLEC and these are implemented by a qualified team of professionals.
The Board is accountable to its clients, funders, the community and donors. It is accountable for appointing the Executive Director (ED) to achieve SLEC's goals. The Board oversees SLEC's strategic direction and the performance of the ED, who in turn is responsible for implementing the strategic direction and daily operations.
Board Director Competencies
The Board collectively is to have representation with expertise in:
- strategic management;
- accounting and finance;
- communications, fundraising or marketing;
- human resources;
- quality and risk management;
- legal expertise;
- knowledge of the non-profit sector and its regulatory environment;
- knowledge of issues affecting the seniors' community, health system and the people served by SLEC.
Governance Experience
It is preferred that new Directors have prior Board/governance experience, but this is not required. It is important that Board Director candidates understand the responsibilities of being a Board member and have the necessary experience to contribute to board decision-making and oversight.
SLEC is interested in new Board members with any of the following attributes:
- Legal expertise;
- General administrative experience;
- Fundraising or marketing expertise;
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|March 15, 2014, 07:24 PM
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best starter deer rifle
Im looking for some opinions... Im in the market for my first dedicated deer rifle for Michigan hunting. Ive hunted the last few years with my 5.56 AR. Ive had no problems dropping a deer within 50 yards, but its time for me to graduate to a real deer rifle.Im leaning towards a bolt gun in .308, or 7mm. Im going to be limited to about $500 without optics... Scope will come later in the year.I want to get my rifle soon, so im familiar with it before November. Should I look into the Used market , or can I get into something decent for my price range.
|March 15, 2014, 07:33 PM
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You simply cannot go wrong with a Savage 110. Not the prettiest, but they have a well deserved reputation for excellent accuracy.
I have a 7mm Rem Mag and the gun is reliable and a flat out shooter.
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|March 15, 2014, 08:24 PM
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Savages are good rifles.
For $500, you could also look at the Ruger American. At ~$320, you'd have enough for a Nikon Prostaff and have a good setup.
.308 or 7mm08 would work fine for you!
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|March 15, 2014, 08:30 PM
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Ruger American in .308, 7mm-08, or .270 Winchester would be my suggestion.
|March 15, 2014, 08:46 PM
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I'd have to agree with all the above posts. The savage 110 was my first rifle as a kid and still is my goto deer rifle. Also have a RAR and they are a great rifle for a money. For a dedicated deer rifle anything along the line of .243, 7mm-08, or .270 IMHO
|March 15, 2014, 10:26 PM
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a savage axis in 7mm-08, the scope isn't much but you can change it later on.
then there is a ruger american and the tc venture rifles. 7mm-08 is the caliber of choice, but any should do.
|March 15, 2014, 10:49 PM
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i would have to recomend the savage model 11 trophy hunter xp. at wal mart you can get them for $499 with a nikon scope and accutrigger they are free floated and pillar bedded. can not be beat for the money.
PS: i know they are that price cause i just bought one tonight.
i would buy 7mm-08 243 or 308
|March 16, 2014, 06:16 AM
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Everything that everyone has posted so far has been pretty spot on. Anything from .243, 7mm08, .308, .270, and 30-06 would be a fine cartridge for deer. Since you already have a AR, have you ever considered a 6.8spc upper? Depending on ammo availability, it may not be a good choice for you but I've killed several deer last year with my 6.8spc frankenupper on my Colt lower.
|March 16, 2014, 06:27 AM
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I would add cartridges like 257 Roberts to your list.
|March 16, 2014, 10:12 AM
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Over the last several years I got back into deer hunting after a period of 16 years during which which time I had sold off all of my deer guns. Anyway, I didn't want to invest a lot of money so I considered the usual selection of "economy" deer rifles that seem to be suggested in every one of these threads. I first picked up an older Savage 110 that I found used at the local hardware store. To be honest, it was an okay rifle, but I just didn't like it. Was about to get one of the Ruger Americans when someone mentioned that you could still find the Remington 700 ADL at Walmart for around $400. Having used a Remington 700 for years, I looked around and found a local Walmart that had one in 243 and so that was my choice. It's a nice gun, and I'd recommend it as a best buy if you can find one around the $400 mark (comes with a 3x9 Bushnell scope). The price was actually $417, and for what the Ruger Americans are going for locally, the Ruger would have cost me as much or even more by the time I added even the cheap Bushnell scope. So I thought the tried and true 700 was the better deal. These also come with the new Remington trigger so no worries of the accidental discharges that you may read about on the forums.
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|March 16, 2014, 12:24 PM
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.257 Rob is comparable to the .243 Winchester, except it's harder to find, and likely more expensive. It's harder find rifles chambered in it. And they're likely not in the price range that the OP is looking for.
.243 Win and .270 win are easier to find ammo for, just as easy, or easier to find reloading components for, easier to find rifles chambered for, and are capable of taking the same game, if not larger, with an equal or flatter trajectory.
Nothing against the .257 Roberts, it'd be fine for hunting deer, but it's far from the best or most practical choice. IMO there's no point when arguably superior and more available cartridges are being considered for the same purposes.
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|March 16, 2014, 05:45 PM
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becuase its a 257 bob!!!! after 2 more barrels, i'm gonna get a 257 bob ai.
|March 16, 2014, 05:53 PM
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The 257 is a fun round for enthusiasts, not a great starter round. A starter needs something readily available and cheap to shoot without reloading. A 243 will do everything the 257 does with easily available off the shelf ammo. And without having to search high and low to find a rifle chambered in it.
A 243 or 308 are your best bets for cheap easily available ammo. If deer are the biggest thing you'll hunt the 243 is all you need.
Once you reach the status of gun nut rounds like the 257, 7X57, 6.5X55, and dozens of others are fun to use just to have something different.
|March 16, 2014, 09:03 PM
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A single shot H&R/NEF should be top on your list. I recommend one in .243 .30-30, .30-06, or .45-70. There's several variations of this gun, all good. A .357 or .44 could be a great way to go as well. It's been a few years ago now but I bought my NEF .45-70 for $200 used. With a $500 budget you can buy a heck of a scope and a nice sling.
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|March 17, 2014, 01:16 AM
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Winchester Model 70 is a great gun, as is the Ruger American.
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Best budget gun in that range (NEW) is probably the T/C Venture... seriously good quality for the money. But the usual suspects are good too - Savage, Howa/Vanguard, Ruger American, etc. But these are just not on the same quality level as the Venture. Wait a sec; how much is a new Tikka T3 - under $500? If so, then I'd say it's on the same quality level as the Venture.
Me personally, I'd up my budget a little (about $200 more), and get a Winchester 70 or Browning A-Bolt. If I couldn't, I'd find a used rifle with a wood stock (Winchester 70, Browning A-Bolt II, Remington 7 or 700, Ruger 77). There's are lots and lots of great-value used rifles on the market... Much better values than new guns if you know what to look for.
But I think you're on the right track with a turnbolt. I call them turnbolts, since lever actions, pumps, and semi-autos are all also "bolt guns".
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|March 17, 2014, 10:52 AM
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I have been hunting Michigan deer since 65. I started with the ol 1894 30-30 got a few deer with it. I could shoot pie plates at 100 yds. I moved up to the 300 Wby. Mag to have one for all of North America and my Brown Bear hunt In Aka. After all that time rubbing my shoulder after the range I traded it for a 308 Vanguard Mt. rifle. That was a fine one. But the boy has it now. I have been carrying a Browning BLE in 358 Win. I have no regrets. There are lots of fine used guns out there. You just need to know what you want. I would look for something like 308 Win., in a bolt action. $500 bucks should get you what you need. That NEW Ruger American sounds like a good rifle for the bucks. A good used Rem 700 or Win Mod. 70 are even better. Don't pass up a 300 Savage either. I believe a used rifle goes for about half of what a new one dose. Look over a used rifle well. You will want a well kept one. Not one that has any type of rust or loose stock. A clean chamber and bore are a must. Make sure the ejector spring is well oiled. Look them over well. Stay away from the Magnums because you don't need them in Mich. not even for Bear or Elk. A 308 and a well placed shot is all you need. The velocity and Energy of a 308 will serve you well.
|March 17, 2014, 08:14 PM
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Let me throw some specific guns out there for your consideration.
Remington 700
Savage 10/110
Winchester 70
Howa 1500
Ruger 77
Marlin 336
If you noticed a trend of bolt actions here you are correct - I am a huge bolt action fan. But no Deer rifle list would be complete without at least an honorary mention of the lever action Marlin 336.
Any of these, or their less expensive "House" brand versions should suit you well.
As to calibers, you already got a lot of suggestions. I like the basics and classics; .243, .270, .30-30, .308, .30-'06.
The .30-'06 is probably the quintessential Deer cartridge for the North Woods and if I could only have one cartridge to hunt medium to large game with the rest of my life that would be it. Second choice would be the .270.
All of these rifles and caliber combinations could be found on the used gun market. Much like purchasing automobiles I highly recommend purchasing used and getting the associated price savings, if you are at all familiar with firearms.
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|March 17, 2014, 08:51 PM
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I agree with the 30-06 as the rifle for a one rifle strategy that will do it all and 270 is next, IMHO. But as a deer rifle my pick is 25-06.
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eldermike, those aren't rifles. Those are chamberings.
to the OP - to supplement what I said above about upping the budget by $200 - if you do "up the budget", and *must* stay new for some reason (instead of used), then definitely get the Savage "Lite Hunter" in their specialty line, preferably in .260 rem. Perfect deer rifle under $1K.
|March 18, 2014, 05:00 PM
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Dremel, no rifle manufacturer makes a deer rifle. The shooter makes it a deer rifle.
lots of folks here believe in Savage. But to me the workmanship is not there, thats my opinion.
I suggest an older winchester or remington with a real wood stock with the pride and workmanship that is evident even under close inspection. If its 25-06, all the better.
|March 18, 2014, 05:05 PM
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I just got my first deer rifle it's a savage axis ii xp in .270 win. I haven't gotten to shoot it yet and there aren't many reviews of it but the only difference from the old savage axis is the accutrigger. It comes with a weaver Kaspa scope bore sighted not the best but it will do until you get a new one but I rather like it.
|March 19, 2014, 01:37 PM
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Remington 700. It's an iconic gun and it's been made all these years for a reason. You can pick one up brand new for $379. You can't beat it at that price.
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I also hunt Michigan. There are not too many places that you will shoot more than 100 yds. I will put my recommendation behind a JM Marlin 336. Perfect gun for Michigan. 30-30 or .35, doesnt really matter. I wouldnt feel undergunned for anything including elk and bear. I love my .35 Marlin.
You will also find that with either, recoil is very light. Since you only own your AR, that may be something to think about. I get an honest 1.5 MOA with lever evolution ammo with my .35, and I think it could do better.
Bolt guns are great, I have several. I have a Ruger American in 308 also. It is a nice, lightweight, accurate rifle that you dont really worry about dinging up. Very cost effective too. I also have a gunsite scout, which is also a really slick little rifle you might consider. (just not cheap)
My Marlins just feel better in the woods, and I have a ton of confidence in my .35.
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30-06 in any flavor you like or suites your fancy, personally I like Rem. 700's from the 70's. Just bought a gorgeous ADL from 70's for $325.00 off G.B.
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Nintendo's last handheld launch was missing a vital ingredient: a first-party retail game capable of showing off what the DS was all about. Super Mario 64 DS was fun, but as the machine's first big title, it shouldn't have been a port that failed to use the fancy new touch controls adequately outside of mini-games. Fortunately, Nintendo seems to have rectified this mistake by releasing a new installment in a familiar franchise that makes great use of the 3DS' new features.
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PilotWings Resort looks to strike the perfect balance between demonstrating new technology and providing an instantly fun experience. The game doesn't stray far from PilotWings 64, which tasked the player with shooting targets, flying through rings, and snapping pictures in a variety of vehicles. People are already reporting that the 3DS' visual effect greatly improves your accuracy and depth perception for carrying out those objectives.
Players familiar with Wii Sports Resort will immediately be accustomed to the new PilotWings' setting: Wuhu Island. When you weren't competing against one another in various sports, you could fly around the island in a maneuverable sea plane just exploring and taking in the sights. With no goals to pressure the player, you were free to just enjoy yourself with the sense of flight. I imagine PilotWings Resort provides an equally carefree experience, making it easy to pass the 3DS around to your friends and family so they can quickly learn what the device is all about.
If you're looking to show off your new 3DS right out of the box, I imagine PilotWings Resort will be just the game to do it.
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Super Street Fighter 4: 3D Edition's most distinct new feature allows players to map special attacks and combos to buttons on the touch screen. This compensates for the handheld's limited controls as well as to make the game more inviting to newcomers. Eliminating the learning curve that comes with demanding lightning-fast inputs could make for a really interesting multiplayer environment. Now, novices can jump right in and focus on learning when to use special moves rather than struggling to execute them in the first place. I'll finally be able to pull off Guile's super combo!
With so much potential for an inviting multiplayer scene, Super Street Fighter 4 3D Edition looks like the go-to launch title for those who don't need to convince their friends to become early adopters.
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It'll cost you nearly $300 to get your hands on a 3DS and a game. With that much cash on the line, you might just want to invest in an experience to which you can devote hours and hours. Developer Ubisoft Sofia promises Ghost Recon: Shadow Wars will deliver up to 45 hours of tactical role-playing combat similar to that of Advance Wars and Fire Emblem. I'm sure it will be fun to fly around Wuhu Island every now and then or prove my dominance with Ryu when the opportunity presents itself, but nothing satisfies me and my wallet more than a lengthy RPG, even if it doesn't push the latest technology to its limit.
Shadow Wars doesn't make much use of the 3DS' unique qualities. The game will feature 10 multiplayer missions where players can compete against one another, but they have to share the same 3DS. It has no online multiplayer or StreetPass features, and it only uses 3D to spice up the presentation. That doesn't bother me, though, since portable RPGs I can play for dozens of hours without relying upon new technology and gimmicks already make up the majority of my DS collection.
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Ireland No.8 Jamie Heaslip believes improvements must be made ahead of their RBS Six Nations match against France following an unconvincing victory against Italy.
The Grand Slam champions never hit top form at Croke Park on Saturday and produced a laboured performance to beat the visitors 29-11.
Ronan O'Gara kicked 16 points for Ireland, with Heaslip and Tomas O'Leary both adding one try each.
But with a trip to the Stade de France against tournament favourites France coming up on Saturday, Heaslip admits progress must be made.
He said "We were all over the place at points in the second half and lost our shape a bit.
"There was a load of kicking and it was hard to build any momentum, but we're happy with the way our lineout and scrum went.
"The game got loose at times and we needed to buckle down. Instead of throwing the ball around we needed to square up a bit more. In the end we did.
"We'll improve on those things and hopefully be in better shape against France. There are little things that need to be tweaked. There's nothing to be worried about.
"A bit of tweaking and it will be fine. It was a first day out in a few weeks for some of the boys.
"It was good to get the win and get the ball rolling and I'm sure we'll be in good shape for next week.
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GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) - Arizona starting left tackle Bradley Sowell, who missed two practices and was limited in another last week due to illness, was active for the game against the Houston Texans on Sunday.
Most of the injured players inactive for the two teams already had been declared out for the game.
They included running back Arian Foster (back) and inside linebacker Mike Mohamed (hamstring) of Houston and wide receiver Brittan Golden (hamstring) of Arizona.
Foster has decided to undergo season-ending surgery after injuring his back last weekend against Indianapolis. Ben Tate took his spot in the starting lineup.
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