If you are a novice or intermediate turkey hunter, you might have discovered that it's harder than it appears. The turkey out in the wild, even with it's name, is a difficult bird for a person to pursue and hunt. It may have a humorous name, but the turkey has a surprising intelligence level and sharp eyesight. It can take a long time for a hunter to improve the qualifications it takes to close in on and creep up on a turkey. But you can really increase your chances in turkey ...
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Car Loan Tips Every Car Buyer Must Know
If you really want or need a new car, but you don't have the capital up front you can consider taking out a loan especially for the purchase of your car. I've taked to many people who have always paid up front or have kept their car until it falls apart because they either didn't want to have to pay for something that would depreciate so fast or they thought they didn't qualify to get ...
Monday, October 25, 2010
Toyota Alphard
The Toyota Alphard is a luxury MPV produced by the Japanese automaker Toyota since 2002. It is available as a seven or eight-seater with 2.4 and 3.0-litre gasoline engines in 3 different model lines - Alphard G, Alphard V and Alphard Hybrid. The Alphard is primarily made for the Japanese market, but is also sold in Indonesia, Hong Kong, Bangladesh, Singapore Thailand, and Malaysia. The vehicle was named after the Alphard, the brightest star in the constellation Hydra.
Toyota states its "E-Four electric 4WD system that regulates a rear-mounted, rear-wheel-propelling electric motor and coordinates electric power distribution to all four wheels. An ECB (Electrically Controlled Brake system) provides efficient wheel-by-wheel brake control."
The full-size Alphard Hybrid MPV qualifies as an Ultra-Low Emissions Vehicle (ULEV), achieving levels 75% lower emissions than the Japanese government's 2000 benchmark. The 2.4-litre gasoline engine has been developed specifically for use in Toyota's hybrid systems and features a high-expansion ratio cycle that raises efficiency and reduces friction.
The Alphard Hybrid Minivan can generate up to 1,500 watts and is equipped with standard 100-volt AC power outlets, allowing a wide range of appliances to be used, such as laptops and emergency lights. The electrical outlets can also be used to recharge items such as power-assisted bicycles and electric carts, adding a new dimension to leisure activities.
The Alphard Hybrid also offers some advanced safety features not seen on other hybrids. In fact, standard on the "G edition" and optional on standard grades are ( with a G-BOOK compatible DVD voice navigation system):
Detalis of Alphard 2nd generation:
Toyota states its "E-Four electric 4WD system that regulates a rear-mounted, rear-wheel-propelling electric motor and coordinates electric power distribution to all four wheels. An ECB (Electrically Controlled Brake system) provides efficient wheel-by-wheel brake control."
The full-size Alphard Hybrid MPV qualifies as an Ultra-Low Emissions Vehicle (ULEV), achieving levels 75% lower emissions than the Japanese government's 2000 benchmark. The 2.4-litre gasoline engine has been developed specifically for use in Toyota's hybrid systems and features a high-expansion ratio cycle that raises efficiency and reduces friction.
| Displacement, cc: | 2400 | ||||||||||||||||
| Transmission: | Automatic | ||||||||||||||||
| Fuel Type: | Gasoline |
"By-wire" technology
The Alphard Hybrid uses "by-wire" technology that monitors brake pedal pressure and vehicle speed in order to calculate the optimum hydraulic pressure. By-wire works with the E-Four to maximize the collection of kinetic energy from braking for conversion into electric power.The Alphard Hybrid Minivan can generate up to 1,500 watts and is equipped with standard 100-volt AC power outlets, allowing a wide range of appliances to be used, such as laptops and emergency lights. The electrical outlets can also be used to recharge items such as power-assisted bicycles and electric carts, adding a new dimension to leisure activities.
The Alphard Hybrid also offers some advanced safety features not seen on other hybrids. In fact, standard on the "G edition" and optional on standard grades are ( with a G-BOOK compatible DVD voice navigation system):
- Blind Corner Monitor, which indicates the approach of other vehicles or pedestrians from the left and right
- Back Guide Monitor with a color CCD camera and voice-guidance function, which uses signals from a steering sensor to calculate the likely reverse path during reversing and display it on the monitor screen
- Lane-monitoring system that uses images from the Back Guide Monitor camera to measure the lateral distance to white or yellow lines on major highways and triggers an alarm when the distance falls below a pre-set level
- Radar Cruise Control, which uses laser radar sensors and steering sensors to keep track of the vehicle's lane and any preceding vehicle and ensures that a safe distance is maintained in accordance with vehicle speed
Built-in electronic toll collection
In addition, optional on all grades is a built-in electronic toll collection unit that allows for quick tollgate pass-through (only available with a navigation system). The Alphard Hybrid achieves approximately 42 mpg and boasts an insulated body and newly developed two-way compressor that is incorporated in the motor to optimize the use of the air conditioner, conserving fuel. The Alphard Hybrid's specially developed windshield glass also reduces the amount of solar radiation penetration. In addition, the roof and roof panels contain an insulating material to reduce cabin temperature, which helps conserve energy when the air conditioner is operating.Detalis of Alphard 2nd generation:
- Engine
- 2AZ-FE 2.400 cc 4 cylinders 16 valve VVT-i 170 PS 235 Nm
- 2GR-FE 3.500 cc V6 24 valve 280 PS 330 Nm
- Transmission
- 6 speed automatic super ECT
- 7 speed automatic super CVT
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- 4WD
- Dimension and weight
- Length : 4.890 mm
- Width : 1.830 mm
- Height : 1.915 mm
- Wheelbase: 2.915 mm
- Weight : 1815 kg
There Are Many Atv Accessories To Choose From
As with any other 'toy', you can buy a wide variety of different ATV accessories. Some are made to make your adventures more fun, some are for convenience, and some are for functionality. You can find these accessories at a variety of places, and their price ranges vary.
Common ATV accessories include storage devices, clothing, and bags of all kinds. There are several storage boxes out there to choose from. You can get storage boxes that attach to the front or the back of your ATV. There are also coolers that can be attached to keep drinks or lunch cool on those longer trips. Trunks are available and can be attached to the back of your ATV. If you are planning a long trip, you can also use a fuel storage device. A regular size storage container will hold two one-gallon fuel tanks and have a space for regular storage in between. Storage is also available in the form of new seats.
If you are looking for more convenience, you can install bottle holders or fender bags. Either of these ATV accessories makes it much easier to grab a drink while you are taking a break. It keeps what you need within reach so you don't have to dismount the ATV.
ATV clothing is designed for safety and functionality. Whether it is a helmet, gloves that protect your hands from stress and cold, or camouflage clothes to help you blend in with your surroundings, the clothes that you choose can make all the difference. You will want to find ATV accessories that protect your head, hands, and feet primarily. If you are purchasing ATV clothing for your child, you may have to purchase additional items to help keep them safer.
So, where can you find these accessories? You can find them at your local dealer, specialty shops, or you can find them online. No matter which you use to find your ATV accessories, be sure to purchase from a reputable source. If you are going to purchase accessories online, make sure that you use good Internet purchasing decisions. Know who you are buying from. Know their return policies. Know their reputation. You can find good deals on the Internet, but you may be able to find good deals locally also. Ask your friends. Find out who they purchase their accessories from.
Does brand matter – do you have to buy the most expensive stuff? What is most important is that the company uses quality materials and has good production. You want strong accessories that are going to serve you well. You don't want to buy something cheap, that's well, cheap! The best buy is not always the most expensive or the least expensive. Do your homework and find out which option suits you best.
This is just a small sample of what is out there and what you can find. There are accessories out there ranging from windshields to camouflage tires. The ATV accessories you are looking for, and some you probably never knew existed, are out there just waiting for you.
Common ATV accessories include storage devices, clothing, and bags of all kinds. There are several storage boxes out there to choose from. You can get storage boxes that attach to the front or the back of your ATV. There are also coolers that can be attached to keep drinks or lunch cool on those longer trips. Trunks are available and can be attached to the back of your ATV. If you are planning a long trip, you can also use a fuel storage device. A regular size storage container will hold two one-gallon fuel tanks and have a space for regular storage in between. Storage is also available in the form of new seats.
If you are looking for more convenience, you can install bottle holders or fender bags. Either of these ATV accessories makes it much easier to grab a drink while you are taking a break. It keeps what you need within reach so you don't have to dismount the ATV.
ATV clothing is designed for safety and functionality. Whether it is a helmet, gloves that protect your hands from stress and cold, or camouflage clothes to help you blend in with your surroundings, the clothes that you choose can make all the difference. You will want to find ATV accessories that protect your head, hands, and feet primarily. If you are purchasing ATV clothing for your child, you may have to purchase additional items to help keep them safer.
So, where can you find these accessories? You can find them at your local dealer, specialty shops, or you can find them online. No matter which you use to find your ATV accessories, be sure to purchase from a reputable source. If you are going to purchase accessories online, make sure that you use good Internet purchasing decisions. Know who you are buying from. Know their return policies. Know their reputation. You can find good deals on the Internet, but you may be able to find good deals locally also. Ask your friends. Find out who they purchase their accessories from.
Does brand matter – do you have to buy the most expensive stuff? What is most important is that the company uses quality materials and has good production. You want strong accessories that are going to serve you well. You don't want to buy something cheap, that's well, cheap! The best buy is not always the most expensive or the least expensive. Do your homework and find out which option suits you best.
This is just a small sample of what is out there and what you can find. There are accessories out there ranging from windshields to camouflage tires. The ATV accessories you are looking for, and some you probably never knew existed, are out there just waiting for you.
The Bmw M5
Unsurpassed Quality And Performance
Car enthusiasts will often tell you of their undying loyalty to a particular car brand. And for many, that means a loyalty to what is considered to be a high-end luxury vehicle brand. The BMW, by far, reflects the continued support of the public for those cars that are considered to be luxury vehicles. And the BMW M5 is included in the superior product line that continues to be offered by BMW.
Originating in 1913 in Munich, Germany, The Bavarian Motor Works company (BMW), was operated by Karl Friedrich Rapp who desired to create superlative vehicles that would be unsurpassed in performance and quality. Rapp achieved his goals in creating the BMW – a brand that has held vast consumer appeal for over 95 years. As the industry changed and grew so did the design of the BMW, transforming itself to keep pace with the changing marketplace. The BMW M5 is simply another stage in the evolution of the BMW brand.
The BMW M5 is considered a high-performance luxury sedan and is, in fact, known to be the most powerful sedan in the world and the fastest accelerating BMW model to be built to date. It features a V-10 engine with five-liter capacity, 10 cylinders, 500 horsepower, and engine speeds of more than 8,000 rpm. The BMW M5 is one of the most high-quality vehicles on the road today; the car to which all other vehicles are compared.
The models of the BMW M5 include the E39, E34, and E28, as well as a number of unique models highly appointed with luxurious options. The BMW M5 carries with it a high price tag but how much you ultimately pay depends on the specific model that you purchase.
The BMW brand will undoubtedly continue to engage consumers for many generations to come as it expands its product line and consistently delivers high-end quality and unrivalled luxury through the BMW M5 and other models to come.
Car enthusiasts will often tell you of their undying loyalty to a particular car brand. And for many, that means a loyalty to what is considered to be a high-end luxury vehicle brand. The BMW, by far, reflects the continued support of the public for those cars that are considered to be luxury vehicles. And the BMW M5 is included in the superior product line that continues to be offered by BMW.
Originating in 1913 in Munich, Germany, The Bavarian Motor Works company (BMW), was operated by Karl Friedrich Rapp who desired to create superlative vehicles that would be unsurpassed in performance and quality. Rapp achieved his goals in creating the BMW – a brand that has held vast consumer appeal for over 95 years. As the industry changed and grew so did the design of the BMW, transforming itself to keep pace with the changing marketplace. The BMW M5 is simply another stage in the evolution of the BMW brand.
The BMW M5 is considered a high-performance luxury sedan and is, in fact, known to be the most powerful sedan in the world and the fastest accelerating BMW model to be built to date. It features a V-10 engine with five-liter capacity, 10 cylinders, 500 horsepower, and engine speeds of more than 8,000 rpm. The BMW M5 is one of the most high-quality vehicles on the road today; the car to which all other vehicles are compared.
The models of the BMW M5 include the E39, E34, and E28, as well as a number of unique models highly appointed with luxurious options. The BMW M5 carries with it a high price tag but how much you ultimately pay depends on the specific model that you purchase.
The BMW brand will undoubtedly continue to engage consumers for many generations to come as it expands its product line and consistently delivers high-end quality and unrivalled luxury through the BMW M5 and other models to come.
Pure Performance - Nissan Skyline R34 GTR
In 1999 the Nissan Skyline R34 GTR came to life, the latest model, and the best GTR yet. Styling is superb with an all new much more aggressive shape; it looks like a car to be reckoned with. The R34 GTR looks and feels like it got the best from both of the R32 and R33 models in one package.
The interior is simple, sporty, and luxurious, with plenty of head and leg room for taller drivers. Seats are comfy for long trips yet still hold you in when cornering hard. Centre gauges have been replaced with a LCD screen. This shows loads of information like, throttle position, boost pressure, torque split, a built in G-meter, and it has a com-port so you can download your trips data onto a laptop.
In an effort to reproduce the handling feel of the much loved R32 GTR the wheel base was shortened b 7.5cm, chassis rigidity was improved by 50 percent, and the suspension was greatly improved. Revised multi-link rear suspension featured at the rear with McPherson struts with an additional link up front. Ten years had passed since the R32 but the same techno wizardry (HICAS and ATTESSA) remains but these features where greatly improved.
The RB26DETT engine still remains but again improvements where made and because of this the engine has become smoother and quieter. The torque curve has improved and remains flatter throughout the rev range, 400nm is achieved at 4,400rpm this has
Turbo chargers where also revised featuring a dual ball bearing core which reduced lag and improved the power band. The gear box was replaced by a 6 speed getrag which features, shorter ratios, and a shorter throws. Acceleration times have improved, 0-100 is achieved in 4.9 seconds and the 400m sprint in completed in 12.9.
These refinements make driving the GTR a pleasure with every aspect improved. Steering is responsive and grip is phenomenal making this GTR a true cornering machine. Ride quality is on the firm side but harsh bumps are absorbed well, but this is a sports car after all.
Nissan certainly got it right with the R34 you get the extra space and luxury that the R33 provided, as well as the race like feel of the R32. Simply put this Nissan Skyline is well hell of a sports car.
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Omega Watches
An Intriguing Look At The History Behind These Luxurious Watches
Engineered to the nth degree, the Omega watch brand is a staple on many a well-to-do man's dresser; tucked safely away inside its luxurious velvet box, ensuring that this extremely fine timepiece will be free from dust and scratches when not eloquently strapped to its owner's wrist.
Now let's take a brief but intriguing look at the history behind these luxurious watches long before they signed Hollywood A-list stars Nicole Kidman and George Clooney, as well as tennis superstar Maria Sharapova, to become their celebrity endorsers.
The fairy tale known as the Omega Watch Company actually started way back in the 19th Century -1848 to be exact, when the Omega founder, Louis Brandt, a Swiss watchmaker who resided in La Chaux-de-Fonds in Switzerland, began creating his "Omega" masterpieces. Of course, back then he constructed each piece using only his bare hands by meticulously assembling each watch piece by piece.
The first watches that Mr. Brandt made were pocket watches, because back then they were the timepiece that was considered to be vogue and were highly sought after and cherished. In the mid 1800's the thought of attaching a bracelet to their time piece never even crossed a persons mind. The fashionable and preferred thing to do was to carry their beloved "Omega" watches - which, at the time were called "Bienne" watches - in their pockets.
Unfortunately, Mr. Louis Brandt passed away in 1879 and he left his modest company to his sons, Louis Paul Brandt and Cesar Brandt who carried on their father's tradition of impeccable pocket watch craftsmanship. They decided to rename the company "Bienne" in January 1880.
The birth of the Omega watch brand actually took place in 1894, more than a decade after the renaming of the company to Bienne. Louis and Cesar Brandt introduced, for the first time, the brand "Omega" to the Swiss public. Over time, the Omega watch has come to be one of Switzerland's biggest and most luxurious exports. The Omega watch name actually came from one of the two Brandt brother's watch movement calibers.
Sadly, the reign of the two Brandt brothers in the Omega watch company was short-lived because both brothers suddenly died in 1903. This resulted in four individuals taking control of the Omega watch company. One of the individuals was Paul Brandt, who not only inherited the Brandt family name but their entrepreneurial instincts as well. At just 23 years old, Paul was actually the oldest of the four who took over the Omega watch company after the death of the Brandt brothers.<
After a merger with fellow Swiss luxury watch brand, Tissot in 1930, SSIH (Société suisse pour l'industrie horlogère) in Geneva, Switzerland was created as the new parent company of the newly merged watch companies. Fortunately, the merger between Tissot and Omega was a big success, which is why in a relatively short time the SSIH group grew to over fifty other companies including Lemania, Lanco and Hamilton. And in a relatively short period of time, the SSIH group has managed to position themselves as the third largest producer of luxury watches, as well as watch movements in the world.
It was during this time when Omega produced a number of its most loved time pieces. Vintage Omega watches that are still highly sought and are famous to this day.
During the Second World War, Omega built a solid reputation for themselves by coming out with military and pilot watches for servicemen. They have always been known for their fine craftsmanship and their great attention to detail. Other popular watches from that era were the Omega Speedmaster chronograph, the Omega Seamaster waterproof sports watch and the Omega Constellation watches, which are all still incredibly popular.
During an economic downturn in 1980, Omega found itself once again merging with another Swiss watch giant - ASUAG, which manufactures and produces other popular Swiss watches such as Swatch, Longines and Rado. The new company that emerged from the Omega-ASUAG merger was called the ASUAG-SSIH company. Unfortunately, even the combined resources of the newly formed company was unable to fight off the economic slump that Omega was facing during that time which resulted in the newly formed company to be taken over by a private group. The ASUAG-SSIH company was renamed and shortened to just SMH which still exists today.
Now let's take a brief but intriguing look at the history behind these luxurious watches long before they signed Hollywood A-list stars Nicole Kidman and George Clooney, as well as tennis superstar Maria Sharapova, to become their celebrity endorsers.
The fairy tale known as the Omega Watch Company actually started way back in the 19th Century -1848 to be exact, when the Omega founder, Louis Brandt, a Swiss watchmaker who resided in La Chaux-de-Fonds in Switzerland, began creating his "Omega" masterpieces. Of course, back then he constructed each piece using only his bare hands by meticulously assembling each watch piece by piece.
The first watches that Mr. Brandt made were pocket watches, because back then they were the timepiece that was considered to be vogue and were highly sought after and cherished. In the mid 1800's the thought of attaching a bracelet to their time piece never even crossed a persons mind. The fashionable and preferred thing to do was to carry their beloved "Omega" watches - which, at the time were called "Bienne" watches - in their pockets.
Unfortunately, Mr. Louis Brandt passed away in 1879 and he left his modest company to his sons, Louis Paul Brandt and Cesar Brandt who carried on their father's tradition of impeccable pocket watch craftsmanship. They decided to rename the company "Bienne" in January 1880.
The birth of the Omega watch brand actually took place in 1894, more than a decade after the renaming of the company to Bienne. Louis and Cesar Brandt introduced, for the first time, the brand "Omega" to the Swiss public. Over time, the Omega watch has come to be one of Switzerland's biggest and most luxurious exports. The Omega watch name actually came from one of the two Brandt brother's watch movement calibers.
Sadly, the reign of the two Brandt brothers in the Omega watch company was short-lived because both brothers suddenly died in 1903. This resulted in four individuals taking control of the Omega watch company. One of the individuals was Paul Brandt, who not only inherited the Brandt family name but their entrepreneurial instincts as well. At just 23 years old, Paul was actually the oldest of the four who took over the Omega watch company after the death of the Brandt brothers.<
After a merger with fellow Swiss luxury watch brand, Tissot in 1930, SSIH (Société suisse pour l'industrie horlogère) in Geneva, Switzerland was created as the new parent company of the newly merged watch companies. Fortunately, the merger between Tissot and Omega was a big success, which is why in a relatively short time the SSIH group grew to over fifty other companies including Lemania, Lanco and Hamilton. And in a relatively short period of time, the SSIH group has managed to position themselves as the third largest producer of luxury watches, as well as watch movements in the world.
It was during this time when Omega produced a number of its most loved time pieces. Vintage Omega watches that are still highly sought and are famous to this day.
During the Second World War, Omega built a solid reputation for themselves by coming out with military and pilot watches for servicemen. They have always been known for their fine craftsmanship and their great attention to detail. Other popular watches from that era were the Omega Speedmaster chronograph, the Omega Seamaster waterproof sports watch and the Omega Constellation watches, which are all still incredibly popular.
During an economic downturn in 1980, Omega found itself once again merging with another Swiss watch giant - ASUAG, which manufactures and produces other popular Swiss watches such as Swatch, Longines and Rado. The new company that emerged from the Omega-ASUAG merger was called the ASUAG-SSIH company. Unfortunately, even the combined resources of the newly formed company was unable to fight off the economic slump that Omega was facing during that time which resulted in the newly formed company to be taken over by a private group. The ASUAG-SSIH company was renamed and shortened to just SMH which still exists today.
Nikon Underwater Cameras - Capturing The Underwater World
Technology has indeed taken a leap - with its advancement it opens a gateway for us to see the world beneath the waves, to capture the details which seemed to be impossible. Nikon - one of the world's leading brands in innovation - has been established since the year 1917. With its dependability and consistency in the world of cameras it has been a market leader for years.
It is really the functionality of Nikon that has made them so desirable.
Camera controls are intuitive to operate, starting with the upper toggle switch on the rear of the camera, switching between wide angle and telephoto views. The image that you are focussing on is displayed on a small screen on the rear of the camera – there is no eye piece as such, unlike the conventional cameras the you may have seen.
A little pressure on the focus/execute button makes the camera focus and calculate exposure - a full press will cause the camera to take a picture. Most users will use this fully automatic mode.
The screen found at the back of your camera will allow you to review images taken. It makes it possible to review the shots that you have taken, and you can delete the images you do not want to keep. Use the lower toggle switch to step through the shots you have taken.
To quote the words of one professional underwater photographer, "the Nikon D70 allows access to all of the most frequently used buttons and functions. Absent is the Depth-of-Field preview button, which I feel is rather useful but some may not even know exists!"
Indeed, using the additional settings of AF-C (Continuous Auto-Focus) and Dynamic-AF area, one can shoot macro, wide-angle and even portraits by simply and quickly changing the lens. You'll see the benefit of this sharp and precise auto focus system when it comes to chasing and capturing very fast subjects.
Nikon underwater cameras are designed both for professionals and first time users.
It is really the functionality of Nikon that has made them so desirable.
Camera controls are intuitive to operate, starting with the upper toggle switch on the rear of the camera, switching between wide angle and telephoto views. The image that you are focussing on is displayed on a small screen on the rear of the camera – there is no eye piece as such, unlike the conventional cameras the you may have seen.
A little pressure on the focus/execute button makes the camera focus and calculate exposure - a full press will cause the camera to take a picture. Most users will use this fully automatic mode.
The screen found at the back of your camera will allow you to review images taken. It makes it possible to review the shots that you have taken, and you can delete the images you do not want to keep. Use the lower toggle switch to step through the shots you have taken.
To quote the words of one professional underwater photographer, "the Nikon D70 allows access to all of the most frequently used buttons and functions. Absent is the Depth-of-Field preview button, which I feel is rather useful but some may not even know exists!"
Indeed, using the additional settings of AF-C (Continuous Auto-Focus) and Dynamic-AF area, one can shoot macro, wide-angle and even portraits by simply and quickly changing the lens. You'll see the benefit of this sharp and precise auto focus system when it comes to chasing and capturing very fast subjects.
Nikon underwater cameras are designed both for professionals and first time users.
Preventing Pollution With Hybrid Cars
Using hybrid cars and preventing pollution can potentially go hand in hand. A lot of time has been invested in the creation of hybrid cars and pollution prevention in order to develop a more economical option but there is more to it as the effects of pollution on the atmosphere have also been considered. Hybrid cars and pollution prevention can offer a valuable advantage; lower emissions and this can have an excellent effect on the amount of pollution distributed. Far lower emissions on pollution and the other benefits can be gained when using hybrid cars. Hybrid cars and pollution prevention are now acceptable forms of cars that lower these emissions.
Tailpipe emissions affect the environment and pollution levels but this can be significantly lowered when using hybrid cars. The gases released when gasoline is burned pollute the atmosphere and usually consist of gases including carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxide and hydrocarbons. These are known as greenhouse gases and have particularly detrimental affects on the atmosphere and the environment. These gases remain trapped in the atmosphere, affecting our climate and have an overall negative affect on pollution but taking measures such as recycling and using hybrid cars can lower pollution and other impurities that may be caused. Using a hybrid car is just one way to lower the problem but avoiding the use of cars altogether would eliminate the problem. There are many steps other than using hybrid cars that could be taken to preserve energy and avoid pollution.
There are a number of advantages of using hybrid cars on the economy and pollution levels. It is growing increasingly more important to make an effort to produce less gas emissions and airborne pollution. For a clean earth, pollution needs to be significantly lowered and hybrid cars release a lot less greenhouse gases compared to cars run with gasoline engine. Climate changes have also been put down to the severe amounts of pollutions that we have unleashed on the world and the growing environmental disasters are a nasty warning signal that time is running out. These significant reductions that are witnessed by owners of hybrid cars can be a big step on the way to improving the planet. Hybrid cars can save on fuel and even reward owners with a car tax rebate so there are numerous advantages to switching to these vehicles. Although they save money, the most important benefit is the effect of the gas emissions on pollution and the environment.
Tailpipe emissions affect the environment and pollution levels but this can be significantly lowered when using hybrid cars. The gases released when gasoline is burned pollute the atmosphere and usually consist of gases including carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxide and hydrocarbons. These are known as greenhouse gases and have particularly detrimental affects on the atmosphere and the environment. These gases remain trapped in the atmosphere, affecting our climate and have an overall negative affect on pollution but taking measures such as recycling and using hybrid cars can lower pollution and other impurities that may be caused. Using a hybrid car is just one way to lower the problem but avoiding the use of cars altogether would eliminate the problem. There are many steps other than using hybrid cars that could be taken to preserve energy and avoid pollution.
There are a number of advantages of using hybrid cars on the economy and pollution levels. It is growing increasingly more important to make an effort to produce less gas emissions and airborne pollution. For a clean earth, pollution needs to be significantly lowered and hybrid cars release a lot less greenhouse gases compared to cars run with gasoline engine. Climate changes have also been put down to the severe amounts of pollutions that we have unleashed on the world and the growing environmental disasters are a nasty warning signal that time is running out. These significant reductions that are witnessed by owners of hybrid cars can be a big step on the way to improving the planet. Hybrid cars can save on fuel and even reward owners with a car tax rebate so there are numerous advantages to switching to these vehicles. Although they save money, the most important benefit is the effect of the gas emissions on pollution and the environment.
Buying A Fishing Boat Is Easy And Affordable
Fishing from a boat is great fun for the whole family. It gives you access to those special fishing spots that can't be reached by land. Best of all, once you own a boat, every weekend is a family vacation.
Many people are surprised by how affordable it is to buy a fishing boat. But with so many options available, choosing one that fits your needs and budget can seem a bit daunting. To help simplify the process, here are a few tips for first-time buyers from the experts at the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation (RBFF).
Many people are surprised by how affordable it is to buy a fishing boat. But with so many options available, choosing one that fits your needs and budget can seem a bit daunting. To help simplify the process, here are a few tips for first-time buyers from the experts at the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation (RBFF).
- How will you use it? Although fishing may be your primary activity, are there other things your family might want to do, such as water-skiing or cruising? Consider how many people you'll want to accommodate.
- Where will you go? Do you plan to go on a lake, river or larger body of water, such as the Great Lakes or the ocean? If you plan to use your boat for overnight trips, look for one with a cabin, head and galley.
- What's your budget? In assessing costs, factor in operating expenses such as fuel and maintenance, as well as dry-stack storage or slip fees if you plan to dock at a marina. If it starts looking a bit pricey, don't fret. A basic rowboat and trolling motor can be had for less than $2,000. You can also save by trailering your boat and using it for day trips.
- New or used? If your budget is tight, a used boat is a good alternative. If you go for a new one, make sure it is National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) certified.
- Financing. Boats can be financed for extended terms, which helps keep the monthly payment low. Get in touch with a National Marine Bankers Association (NMBA) lender, or visit DiscoverBoating.com for more tips and a handy loan calculator.
- Test the waters. Before you buy, rent a boat from a local marina and go fishing for the day. It's a great way to get the family hooked and helps you decide on the right boat for you.
Visit takemefishing.org for more boat-buying tips and information on where to fish in your area. The site also includes boat show and dealer listings. There's even a section with information on blue book values to help you get the best deal on your boat.
Fishing from a boat is fun for the whole family.
The Hidden Art of Digital Photography
Computers and cellular phones, mobility and microchips – these are the trademarks of the world today. We live in a world continually changed by technology. Even the arts have continually changed due to technology. Think of it: from charcoal drawings to painting to photography to digital photography, we have come a long way in the visual arts. We have used various methods in capturing life and freezing time. New technology is continually being developed to make art easier and more fun. However, you should know that the art of digital photography is not as simple as aim and shoot.
The art of digital photography needs skill in order to pull off properly. Although some people may reason out that digital photography art can always be edited, many people do not really know how much work editing can be. Oh sure, we can say that technology has reached a level wherein a person needs to do practically nothing in order to achieve a great photograph, but of course, you need to know how to use the tools properly in order to do that.
The art of digital photography, in order to be truly mastered, needs three T's: Time, talent and tactical placement of equipment. No, that's not right. You need time, talent and treasure. Just what does this mean?
The art of digital photography needs skill in order to pull off properly. Although some people may reason out that digital photography art can always be edited, many people do not really know how much work editing can be. Oh sure, we can say that technology has reached a level wherein a person needs to do practically nothing in order to achieve a great photograph, but of course, you need to know how to use the tools properly in order to do that.
The art of digital photography, in order to be truly mastered, needs three T's: Time, talent and tactical placement of equipment. No, that's not right. You need time, talent and treasure. Just what does this mean?
- Time – one cannot be an instant expert in digital photography. You need to take the time to learn all about it. Even though you are some sort of protégé who has the talents of a genius, you actually need training to hone that talent. Remember that for all its power, a steamroller cannot be used to do the work of a hammer. There is wisdom in harnessing power properly. Taking the time to train your self in the art of digital photography is something akin to sharpening a knife using a grindstone or forging a fine katana (that's the Japanese samurai sword) by heating it and folding it over a thousand times –it may be painful, but it is necessary to produce the best.
- Talent – of course, you need a bit of inherent talent in order to be truly great at the art of digital photography. You need to have an eye for the subjects that would make a great photograph. Otherwise, you will only end up being mediocre in a field that requires greatness. Of course, the proper training can actually enhance your inherent talent and help you sharpen your skills in the art of digital photography.
- Treasure – as said before, you will need the proper tools in order to be successful in the art of digital photography. This means that you will need to invest a lot of cash. Although there are a lot of digital art photography equipment that can be bought at inexpensive prices, the best equipment needs some serious pocket digging. This, of course, tests your courage because there's nothing scarier to a man than having to pull out his wallet in the name of an untested interest.
Once you have invested money in the art of digital photography, there's no turning back.
The art of digital photography may seem like it requires a lot. However, in order to be truly successful in something you need love and love always requires sacrifice. You should keep that in mind.
Understanding Shutter Delay in Digital Cameras
When using a digital camera to take action photos you will notice that there is a delay between the time you press the shutter button to the time the camera actually takes the photo. In most cases this delay is small enough and not noticeable but when taking action photos, when trying to capture an event that just happened or when trying to capture a moving object this delay can result in a photo that just missed the action. In this article you will better understand what causes the shutter delay and how you can overcome it.
A shutter delay is defined as the time gap between pressing the shutter button to the camera actually capturing the photo. There is no shutter delay in film cameras as in these cameras the shutter button is virtually connected to the shutter itself and holding down the button results in the camera taking a photo immediately. In digital cameras the shutter button is connected to a built-in micro computer and holding down the shutter button initiates a series of events that result in capturing a photo.
When you press the shutter button the camera goes through a series of setup events in order to get all its electronics ready. Only when these events are finished can the camera capture the photo. The time it takes for the camera to complete these events can vary but is usually around one second or so. When taking subsequent photos there is an addition delay as a result of the camera compressing the photo and writing it to the slow flash memory.
Although a circa one second delay does not seem long it can make the difference between capturing an action photo to missing it. Some cameras will also initiate a focus process when the shutter button is held down and will only take the photo when the focus is completed. This can add even more delay.
Although it is impossible to remove the shutter delay in your camera there are few practices that can help avoiding its results. For example many cameras include a burst mode. In burst mode the camera shoots a fast series of photos for as long as the shutter button is held down or until the camera's memory is full. In this mode the camera writes the photos to a temporary memory which is very fast but small. When the shutter button is released or the memory is full the camera starts the slow process of writing the photos to the flash memory.
Using the burst mode you can shoot fast photos of an action event and then choose the one that best captured the events. The speed and the amount of photos that the burst mode supports vary between cameras. Some high end cameras can take as much as ten photos over the course of one second.
Another delay that is a result of the digital camera technology is the Initial Delay. Most cameras will enter into a standby mode if not used for a certain amount of time. This time can vary but it's usually in the few minutes range. When the camera goes into standby mode it turns off most of its electronics in order to save power. Usually pressing the shutter button will restart the camera but such a restart process is long and can take a few seconds. The result is a longer delay when taking a photo after the camera was idle for some time. In order to avoid this you would have to make sure that your camera is turned on and does not go into standby mode when taking action photos. Some cameras allow you to disable the automatic standby feature through a menu option. If your camera does not allow that you can keep it on by pressing the shutter button half way down every now and then. The downside of leaving the camera on all the time is wasting battery power. In order to maximize battery life in such scenarios you can disable the camera's LCD screen which consumes a lot of energy and use the view finder instead.
Another way to minimize the shutter delay is to avoid the automatic focus process which usually starts when the shutter button is held down. One way to do that is to hold the shutter button half way down. In most cameras the result will be a one time focus process and then a focus lock. The camera will stay in focus and when the shutter is fully pressed it will take a photo without re-focusing. Another option is to put the camera in manual focus.
It takes practice to get to know your camera and to get a feeling of the delays it introduces. Although there is no way to completely get rid of the delays you can master overcoming them by practicing taking action photos. New high end professional cameras have a very short delay and as the electronics improve cameras will eliminate the shutter delay altogether.
A shutter delay is defined as the time gap between pressing the shutter button to the camera actually capturing the photo. There is no shutter delay in film cameras as in these cameras the shutter button is virtually connected to the shutter itself and holding down the button results in the camera taking a photo immediately. In digital cameras the shutter button is connected to a built-in micro computer and holding down the shutter button initiates a series of events that result in capturing a photo.
When you press the shutter button the camera goes through a series of setup events in order to get all its electronics ready. Only when these events are finished can the camera capture the photo. The time it takes for the camera to complete these events can vary but is usually around one second or so. When taking subsequent photos there is an addition delay as a result of the camera compressing the photo and writing it to the slow flash memory.
Although a circa one second delay does not seem long it can make the difference between capturing an action photo to missing it. Some cameras will also initiate a focus process when the shutter button is held down and will only take the photo when the focus is completed. This can add even more delay.
Although it is impossible to remove the shutter delay in your camera there are few practices that can help avoiding its results. For example many cameras include a burst mode. In burst mode the camera shoots a fast series of photos for as long as the shutter button is held down or until the camera's memory is full. In this mode the camera writes the photos to a temporary memory which is very fast but small. When the shutter button is released or the memory is full the camera starts the slow process of writing the photos to the flash memory.
Using the burst mode you can shoot fast photos of an action event and then choose the one that best captured the events. The speed and the amount of photos that the burst mode supports vary between cameras. Some high end cameras can take as much as ten photos over the course of one second.
Another delay that is a result of the digital camera technology is the Initial Delay. Most cameras will enter into a standby mode if not used for a certain amount of time. This time can vary but it's usually in the few minutes range. When the camera goes into standby mode it turns off most of its electronics in order to save power. Usually pressing the shutter button will restart the camera but such a restart process is long and can take a few seconds. The result is a longer delay when taking a photo after the camera was idle for some time. In order to avoid this you would have to make sure that your camera is turned on and does not go into standby mode when taking action photos. Some cameras allow you to disable the automatic standby feature through a menu option. If your camera does not allow that you can keep it on by pressing the shutter button half way down every now and then. The downside of leaving the camera on all the time is wasting battery power. In order to maximize battery life in such scenarios you can disable the camera's LCD screen which consumes a lot of energy and use the view finder instead.
Another way to minimize the shutter delay is to avoid the automatic focus process which usually starts when the shutter button is held down. One way to do that is to hold the shutter button half way down. In most cameras the result will be a one time focus process and then a focus lock. The camera will stay in focus and when the shutter is fully pressed it will take a photo without re-focusing. Another option is to put the camera in manual focus.
It takes practice to get to know your camera and to get a feeling of the delays it introduces. Although there is no way to completely get rid of the delays you can master overcoming them by practicing taking action photos. New high end professional cameras have a very short delay and as the electronics improve cameras will eliminate the shutter delay altogether.
Give The Accessories A Glint Of Chrome
A motorcycle is incomplete if it does not have gleaming chrome parts that glint in the sun or reflect a rainbow of colors at night. The lust for chrome is so great that most riders spend hours polishing their bikes to make the chrome glint and gleam. Some even install special chrome parts to give their bikes an added sparkle.
The popular chrome-plated accessories include: chrome cast wheels, backrest with chrome side plates, billet chrome license plate frame, chrome driving light bar, chrome luggage rack, saddlebags with chrome studs, chrome fender bumpers, chrome passenger floorboards and chrome headlamp and signal visors.
One should not forget the exhaust pipes and fenders. These are the first to catch the bikers' fancy. They make sure that the exhaust pipes and fenders get an extra coating of chrome if they are not satisfied with what the manufacturer have given them.
A popular stop of young bikers is the chrome-plating shops, which use a three-part process to chrome plate motorcycle parts. The first step is soaking the parts in a copper bath. This is done to remove imperfections, and make the surface smooth. Then comes the nickel bath. The last step is the application of a chromium film. It is now the turn of polishers to take over. They patiently polish the surface till it starts gleaming.
The bikers love what they see, and take infinite care to keep the chromium –plated accessories the same away. They try to ensure that the parts don't get scratched and the polishing is done regularly. The selection of polish is especially important. It is best to go for a branded product that has a sufficient amount of wax in it. Polishes that have extra grit damage the chromium film.
Also, a soft cloth should be used to polish the surface. This reduces the chances of scratching the surface inadvertently. A good practice is to remove the ring while polishing. Often, the ring comes in the way and leaves a scratch on the polished chrome surface.
The bikers should also be careful of using newly chromed exhausts. They should avoid driving long distances with a new exhaust, as this may turn the exhaust blue. The best practice is to run the bike over shorter distances initially so that the exhaust pipes get used to the heating and cooling process.
All bikers must remember that chrome plating will look good only if they take good care of it.
The popular chrome-plated accessories include: chrome cast wheels, backrest with chrome side plates, billet chrome license plate frame, chrome driving light bar, chrome luggage rack, saddlebags with chrome studs, chrome fender bumpers, chrome passenger floorboards and chrome headlamp and signal visors.
One should not forget the exhaust pipes and fenders. These are the first to catch the bikers' fancy. They make sure that the exhaust pipes and fenders get an extra coating of chrome if they are not satisfied with what the manufacturer have given them.
A popular stop of young bikers is the chrome-plating shops, which use a three-part process to chrome plate motorcycle parts. The first step is soaking the parts in a copper bath. This is done to remove imperfections, and make the surface smooth. Then comes the nickel bath. The last step is the application of a chromium film. It is now the turn of polishers to take over. They patiently polish the surface till it starts gleaming.
The bikers love what they see, and take infinite care to keep the chromium –plated accessories the same away. They try to ensure that the parts don't get scratched and the polishing is done regularly. The selection of polish is especially important. It is best to go for a branded product that has a sufficient amount of wax in it. Polishes that have extra grit damage the chromium film.
Also, a soft cloth should be used to polish the surface. This reduces the chances of scratching the surface inadvertently. A good practice is to remove the ring while polishing. Often, the ring comes in the way and leaves a scratch on the polished chrome surface.
The bikers should also be careful of using newly chromed exhausts. They should avoid driving long distances with a new exhaust, as this may turn the exhaust blue. The best practice is to run the bike over shorter distances initially so that the exhaust pipes get used to the heating and cooling process.
All bikers must remember that chrome plating will look good only if they take good care of it.
Sony MEX-1GP: The Next Generation of Car MP3 Players
For all of those MP3 music owners, the future of car audio is finally here for you. Gone are the days where you had to burn your MP3s onto a CD for playback in your car audio system. Sony recently released the MEX-1GP CD receiver, a CD receiver that also features a built-in 1 GB flash memory unit. So now your car audio CD receiver behaves in the same manner as your iPod or other type of MP3 player. The 1 GB flash memory unit can store up to 500 of your favorite songs, giving you plenty of playback time for your music. This little device will make even the longest of trips in your car smoother and more enjoyable, since you will not have to worry about changing CDs any longer.
Aside from playing MP3s, this CD receiver also plays CDs (as the name implies) along with burned CD-Rs and CD-RWs so that those who wish to play their old CDs can still take advantage of this nifty product. However, the real attraction to this new car audio head unit is the MP3 playability. The flash memory unit is located in the detachable faceplate. Here resides the USB port which allows you to connect the faceplate to your PC (similar to your iPod or other MP3 player). Once your faceplate is connected to your CD, you simply drag and drop the MP3 files onto the flash memory unit of the faceplate. Unfortunately the faceplate is only compatible with Windows operating systems, so all of you Mac owners will have to go to your buddy's house to copy the MP3s to and from the Sony MEX-1GP.
The new receiver is also aesthetically pleasing to the eye as well. It is finished in a high-gloss black color and features a 13-segment LCD display for simple navigation of track and title information. The screen displays album, artist and track name when playing your MP3 music files. Users can shuffle or repeat tracks, albums or personalized groups through controls on the faceplate or with the supplied remote control. The MEX-1GP unit has a built-in 208-watt power amplifier and a three-band equalizer enabling clear, rich sound. The selectable rear/subwoofer preamp outputs, controls the frequency and output level of an external amplifier
After installing this receiver and experiencing it for a little over a week, I must say that I am quite impressed with this product. For one, the sound quality when playing MP3s through this unit is nothing less than phenomenal. If you didn't know any better, you would think that you were playing a CD with the crisp and clear playback quality of this head unit. While traveling on a three hour road trip (three hours each way, six hours total) I was able to listen to one selection of songs on the way up and an entirely different selection of songs on the way back, all without the hassle of changing CDs and enduring a pause in play. I'm just a little surprised it took so long for a product like this to hit the market, especially with the increasing popularity of portable MP3 devices such as the iPod over the last several years. While it may have taken awhile for a product like this to hit the market, I'm sure Sony will have plenty of competitors very soon, which will benefit car audio enthusiasts like myself.
Aside from playing MP3s, this CD receiver also plays CDs (as the name implies) along with burned CD-Rs and CD-RWs so that those who wish to play their old CDs can still take advantage of this nifty product. However, the real attraction to this new car audio head unit is the MP3 playability. The flash memory unit is located in the detachable faceplate. Here resides the USB port which allows you to connect the faceplate to your PC (similar to your iPod or other MP3 player). Once your faceplate is connected to your CD, you simply drag and drop the MP3 files onto the flash memory unit of the faceplate. Unfortunately the faceplate is only compatible with Windows operating systems, so all of you Mac owners will have to go to your buddy's house to copy the MP3s to and from the Sony MEX-1GP.
The new receiver is also aesthetically pleasing to the eye as well. It is finished in a high-gloss black color and features a 13-segment LCD display for simple navigation of track and title information. The screen displays album, artist and track name when playing your MP3 music files. Users can shuffle or repeat tracks, albums or personalized groups through controls on the faceplate or with the supplied remote control. The MEX-1GP unit has a built-in 208-watt power amplifier and a three-band equalizer enabling clear, rich sound. The selectable rear/subwoofer preamp outputs, controls the frequency and output level of an external amplifier
After installing this receiver and experiencing it for a little over a week, I must say that I am quite impressed with this product. For one, the sound quality when playing MP3s through this unit is nothing less than phenomenal. If you didn't know any better, you would think that you were playing a CD with the crisp and clear playback quality of this head unit. While traveling on a three hour road trip (three hours each way, six hours total) I was able to listen to one selection of songs on the way up and an entirely different selection of songs on the way back, all without the hassle of changing CDs and enduring a pause in play. I'm just a little surprised it took so long for a product like this to hit the market, especially with the increasing popularity of portable MP3 devices such as the iPod over the last several years. While it may have taken awhile for a product like this to hit the market, I'm sure Sony will have plenty of competitors very soon, which will benefit car audio enthusiasts like myself.
Picking Out The Ultimate Fishing Boat
You and your family are heading out early in the morning for a day of fishing in your brand new fishing boat. You hit that highway that leads to the lake, excited voices echoing throughout your SUV. Your wife and kids are just as delighted with the new boat as you are and are discussing the whopper they hope to catch. You arrive at the lake, launch the runabout that contains the entire family's fishing gear and in no time at all, you are skimming across the water, every family member safely encased in a lifejacket. You just know that this is going to be a great family outing and everyone loves the new fishing boat.
A fishing boat can be anything between a canoe where you dangle basic bait over the side in a river or stream to a powerful cabin cruiser or yacht. Basically, all you need to get out onto the water is a vessel that is seaworthy. There are a large variety of fishing boats available on today's market. You can buy them at boat shows, fishing shows or dealerships. Let's look at some different types of fishing boats.
Freshwater Fishing Boats
If you enjoy fishing in freshwater rivers, lakes and streams, leave the big, powerful boats for someone else. Choose a fiberglass or aluminum boat that is lightweight and easy to transport. A bowrider, runabout, walleye boat or a boat with a small or dual console will meet all of your freshwater fishing needs. These boats are perfect for family outings.
Bass Boats
Bass boats ride low in the water and are usually very colorful and extremely fast. They can be aluminum or fiberglass and most often they are equipped with platforms in both the bow and stern for easy casting. If you've always dreamed of owning the perfect bass boat, be sure to buy one that has a trolling motor mounted on the bow. These boats are mainly used for sport fishing and tournament fishing.
Offshore Saltwater Boats
If you enjoy heading out on the open sea for a day of saltwater fishing that includes huge fish and heavy tackle, you will need a heavy boat that is dependable and can be relied on in all situations and weather. Anything less than a cuddy cabin or center console that's equipped with either twin or single outboard motors will not fit the bill. The high end of an offshore saltwater boat is a bluewater or convertible that comes complete with luxury quarters and elaborate salons. These boats should be equipped with inboard diesel engines that have maximum power.
A fishing boat can be anything between a canoe where you dangle basic bait over the side in a river or stream to a powerful cabin cruiser or yacht. Basically, all you need to get out onto the water is a vessel that is seaworthy. There are a large variety of fishing boats available on today's market. You can buy them at boat shows, fishing shows or dealerships. Let's look at some different types of fishing boats.
Freshwater Fishing Boats
If you enjoy fishing in freshwater rivers, lakes and streams, leave the big, powerful boats for someone else. Choose a fiberglass or aluminum boat that is lightweight and easy to transport. A bowrider, runabout, walleye boat or a boat with a small or dual console will meet all of your freshwater fishing needs. These boats are perfect for family outings.
Bass Boats
Bass boats ride low in the water and are usually very colorful and extremely fast. They can be aluminum or fiberglass and most often they are equipped with platforms in both the bow and stern for easy casting. If you've always dreamed of owning the perfect bass boat, be sure to buy one that has a trolling motor mounted on the bow. These boats are mainly used for sport fishing and tournament fishing.
Offshore Saltwater Boats
If you enjoy heading out on the open sea for a day of saltwater fishing that includes huge fish and heavy tackle, you will need a heavy boat that is dependable and can be relied on in all situations and weather. Anything less than a cuddy cabin or center console that's equipped with either twin or single outboard motors will not fit the bill. The high end of an offshore saltwater boat is a bluewater or convertible that comes complete with luxury quarters and elaborate salons. These boats should be equipped with inboard diesel engines that have maximum power.
Inshore Saltwater Boats
If you're planning to fish for tarpin, bonefish, trout and snook or redfish on tropical flats, a light boat will take you a long way. This type of boat should always be less than a 25-footer and powered by a single outboard motor. The best type of vessel for inshore saltwater fishing is a basic bay boat or flat boat. Both types of boats offer a spacious deck for casting and float well in shallow water.
Float Tubes
Float tubes are devices that allow fly anglers who don't own a boat easy access to get out onto the water. They are excellent for fishing ponds, lakes and mountain streams. Essentially a float tube is a floatation device that is equipped with a seat. The angler sits in the seat while wearing fins and kicks his way around while partially submerged. Fly fishing from float tubes can be difficult, especially for those who are using them for the first time. It definitely takes time to hone your fly casting skills from a float tube.
There are two basic types of float tubes - traditional and pontoon. Traditional float tubes are usually round and have an opening in the front or middle. Basically, these are an inner tube with built-in features for fly fishing. These float tubes can take a lot of time to maneuver because they are round in shape and cause a lot of water resistance.
The newer pontoon float tubes are much easier to use. These are equipped with two pontoons, or air chambers, one on each side of the fisherman. Pontoon float tubes have less water resistance and offer far less drag than traditional ones because the pontoons are V-shaped and move through the water almost effortlessly.
If you are thinking of purchasing a fishing boat, shop around, talk to anglers who own their own boats and do your research to help you decide which type of boat you'd like to have. If you still can't make a choice, talk to a boat fishing guide or the owner of a fishing charter service. They will be glad to give you tips on how to choose the perfect boat for you.
Electric Scooters and Where to Find them and other Motorcycles
Because of the web, access to a whole heap of scooter details can give you guidance on any number of great many products, say you require a specific product, lets say a vespa et4, you may be wiser looking in a motorcycling or scooter portal, these websites will contain particular categories so locating a vintage scooter, mini scooter or possibly a powered scooter should not be a problem.
A great many sites will contain specific sectors focused on scooters, if you desire a push scooter or a sea scooter you just locate the most appropriate scooter section.
You might also consider that a town book store may possibly be an obvious place to obtain guidance aimed at scooter products, internet availability might often cause us to ignore the numerous other motorcycling resources which are currently freely available to all of us, take advantage of such sources of good scooter data, prime scooter merchandise info may quite often be difficult to locate.
Now if you should happen to seek advice on cushman scooters it could possibly be better to use the info in a scooter directory in order to make contact with a scooter supplier, if you then do this you will clearly get a fair amount of scooter guidance for free.
A few scooters may not end up being that easy to get, say you want to purchase jazzy scooters it might mean that you might have to buy your product via scooter manufacturer, even the top sites can't instantly solve every scooter shoppers needs but most motorcycling items can be purchased somehow.<
Say you are actually looking for itailian vespas or battery powered bikes, it is obvious that these type of products might not be currently available on too many sites, be sure that you employ your PC bookmark function when you make this sort of scooter targeted internet research, your useful info must be treated with the greatest of care.
For the most part motorcycling research can easily lead you to far too many scooter items, a good number of scooter sites will often have a ton of products, this may often be remarkably overwhelming, itailian vespas, dolphin scooters, so many items to choose from, it might then be difficult to select which item to buy.
Most motorcycle info with the assistance of the net can be sourced in the United States, Australia and a whole host of countries, motorcycling directories ought to give the details of globally based scooter sites so obtaining scooters from your global area is quicker and more effortless than in days gone by.
A wide range of scooter related searches might possibly have led you to a scooter or motorcycling targeted directory, queries like "deals on itailian vespas" or "write ups on 50cc yamaha scooters", the real trick with any motorcycling portal is to navigate directly to the website menu, if you take this advice you should hopefully not be side tracked by scooter articles which are about an area of scooters that is not applicable.
A great many sites will contain specific sectors focused on scooters, if you desire a push scooter or a sea scooter you just locate the most appropriate scooter section.
You might also consider that a town book store may possibly be an obvious place to obtain guidance aimed at scooter products, internet availability might often cause us to ignore the numerous other motorcycling resources which are currently freely available to all of us, take advantage of such sources of good scooter data, prime scooter merchandise info may quite often be difficult to locate.
Now if you should happen to seek advice on cushman scooters it could possibly be better to use the info in a scooter directory in order to make contact with a scooter supplier, if you then do this you will clearly get a fair amount of scooter guidance for free.
A few scooters may not end up being that easy to get, say you want to purchase jazzy scooters it might mean that you might have to buy your product via scooter manufacturer, even the top sites can't instantly solve every scooter shoppers needs but most motorcycling items can be purchased somehow.<
Say you are actually looking for itailian vespas or battery powered bikes, it is obvious that these type of products might not be currently available on too many sites, be sure that you employ your PC bookmark function when you make this sort of scooter targeted internet research, your useful info must be treated with the greatest of care.
For the most part motorcycling research can easily lead you to far too many scooter items, a good number of scooter sites will often have a ton of products, this may often be remarkably overwhelming, itailian vespas, dolphin scooters, so many items to choose from, it might then be difficult to select which item to buy.
Most motorcycle info with the assistance of the net can be sourced in the United States, Australia and a whole host of countries, motorcycling directories ought to give the details of globally based scooter sites so obtaining scooters from your global area is quicker and more effortless than in days gone by.
A wide range of scooter related searches might possibly have led you to a scooter or motorcycling targeted directory, queries like "deals on itailian vespas" or "write ups on 50cc yamaha scooters", the real trick with any motorcycling portal is to navigate directly to the website menu, if you take this advice you should hopefully not be side tracked by scooter articles which are about an area of scooters that is not applicable.
Recreational Vehicle (RV) Sales on the Rise
As the baby boomers retire, the recreational vehicle industry has seen an upsurge in sales. For many people, nothing measures up to the independence and flexibility of enjoying the open road in a recreational vehicle (RV). There is certainly much to be said for taking your hotel with you wherever you go, and the savings on hotel costs can more than pay for the initial cost of an RV.
RV travelers realize the cost savings of this type of travel. There are no hotel rooms to book and dining in your RV can save an enormous amount of money compared to eating in restaurants every day. Owning a fifth wheel or travel trailer, whereas you can unhook your RV from your truck, saves you from having to book a rental car. For those in motor homes, many travelers will tow a vehicle behind them.
When considering the purchase of an recreational vehicle, you will be faced with three choices; a fifth wheel which is pulled by a pick up truck and attaches to a wheel inside the truck box (hence its name fifth wheel), a travel trailer which is usually pulled by a truck with a rear hitch, or a motor home. All three types of RV's have their pros and cons and each point will need to be considered based upon your needs and your budget. Other consideration for the RV lifestyle is the price of gas. However, it is still more economical than staying in hotels and eating at restaurants every night.
Traveling in a recreational vehicle or motor home is often a good choice for those who want to travel to different locations; however, it may be less suited to those who visit the same location year after year. Travelers who visit the same location every year may find it more economical to buy a vacation home. Buying a vacation home, and renting it out when it is not being used, can be a good way to both save money on lodging and build equity for the future.
Many RV travelers come to love the freedom of the open road and the easy care lifestyle. Traveling cross-country and stopping a various parks along the way is a wonderful adventure. The traveler can choose to stay a day or as long as they want at a particular location.
A well-known fact in the RV community is the free camping at Walmart. In most states, you are allowed to camp in a Walmart's parking lot for as long as you like. I am sure you have seen recreational vehicles lined up in Walmart's parking lot at least on one occasion. This is a win-win situation for the traveler and Walmart. The traveler has a well-lit place to camp for the night, at no cost, and Walmart receives income from those RV owners who frequent the store. However, recently there has been an uprising among campground owners against Walmart's free camping policy. Therefore, it is well advised that you check with the local chamber of commerce before you decide to stay a week at Walmart.
RV travelers realize the cost savings of this type of travel. There are no hotel rooms to book and dining in your RV can save an enormous amount of money compared to eating in restaurants every day. Owning a fifth wheel or travel trailer, whereas you can unhook your RV from your truck, saves you from having to book a rental car. For those in motor homes, many travelers will tow a vehicle behind them.
When considering the purchase of an recreational vehicle, you will be faced with three choices; a fifth wheel which is pulled by a pick up truck and attaches to a wheel inside the truck box (hence its name fifth wheel), a travel trailer which is usually pulled by a truck with a rear hitch, or a motor home. All three types of RV's have their pros and cons and each point will need to be considered based upon your needs and your budget. Other consideration for the RV lifestyle is the price of gas. However, it is still more economical than staying in hotels and eating at restaurants every night.
Traveling in a recreational vehicle or motor home is often a good choice for those who want to travel to different locations; however, it may be less suited to those who visit the same location year after year. Travelers who visit the same location every year may find it more economical to buy a vacation home. Buying a vacation home, and renting it out when it is not being used, can be a good way to both save money on lodging and build equity for the future.
Many RV travelers come to love the freedom of the open road and the easy care lifestyle. Traveling cross-country and stopping a various parks along the way is a wonderful adventure. The traveler can choose to stay a day or as long as they want at a particular location.
A well-known fact in the RV community is the free camping at Walmart. In most states, you are allowed to camp in a Walmart's parking lot for as long as you like. I am sure you have seen recreational vehicles lined up in Walmart's parking lot at least on one occasion. This is a win-win situation for the traveler and Walmart. The traveler has a well-lit place to camp for the night, at no cost, and Walmart receives income from those RV owners who frequent the store. However, recently there has been an uprising among campground owners against Walmart's free camping policy. Therefore, it is well advised that you check with the local chamber of commerce before you decide to stay a week at Walmart.
Flowers Can Make Your Parties Better Than Paris Hilton's (Part 2)
Mexican Fiesta
A spicy Mexican Fiesta needs bright, feisty flowers. The bolder the colors the better! Gerbera daisies are an excellent choice since they're a casual flower available in a wide variety of bright colors. Try placing them in Mexican "bubble" glass or painted pottery. You can even float a few blossoms in your Sangria bowl or pierce small blossoms with a toothpick to decorate your Margaritas. For a festive floral arrangement, take empty piñatas with openings cut into the top to your florist. Ask them to create flower arrangements using the piñatas as containers. Hang the finished arrangements around your party space.
These are just a few ideas you can use to make your parties the talk of the neighborhood. Your florist can help you find creative ways to use flowers for any party theme or setting you can think of. Who knows, with the right mix of fun and flowers, you might start getting calls from Hollywood A-listers like Paris Hilton begging to be invited to your events!
These are just a few ideas you can use to make your parties the talk of the neighborhood. Your florist can help you find creative ways to use flowers for any party theme or setting you can think of. Who knows, with the right mix of fun and flowers, you might start getting calls from Hollywood A-listers like Paris Hilton begging to be invited to your events!
Flowers Can Make Your Parties Better Than Paris Hilton's
You don't have to famous party girl Paris Hilton or have her money to make your parties a memorable event. Simple and creative use of flowers will keep your guests talking about your party and looking forward to the next one for weeks to come.
Flowers can be an integral part of the decorations and help set the mood for your party –from fun and frisky to elegant and sophisticated. And, you don't have to be a party planning expert to use flowers effectively; all you have to do is enlist the help of your favorite professional florist who will be able to help you create the look and feel you want with flowers in the right colors and styles. Your florist can even help you use flowers in some very surprising and unique ways no matter what type of party you're throwing.
Backyard Barbecue
Backyard barbecues are friendly, relaxed events with an informal setting and comfortable clothing. Of course, they're also held during the summer when it's hot! You'll want to ask your florist which flowers will last the best throughout the event and stay looking fresh for hours. Some suggestions are daisies, marigolds, lilies, asters, and sunflowers.
For simple, fun centerpieces, try placing big bunches of daisies in canning jars. They'll look great in the center of the traditional checkered tablecloth. Or, you could have your florist use bottles or baskets as containers for floral arrangements. For and even prettier table, tie raffia bows around your napkins and silverware and slip a flower through the bow.
Patio or Garden Party
Your patio or garden party might be a sophisticated affair, or it could be informal, but since it's an outdoor party, you'll want to focus on the beauty of the surroundings. Flowers can help you enhance that beauty. Try using clay pots filled with flowering plants or green plants strung with twinkling white lights. Or, fill clay pots with topiary designs. Set your tables with small vases containing several different types of flowers or crystal bowls with low arrangements surrounded by scattered petals. Place a flower on the napkin of each table setting.
Flowers can be an integral part of the decorations and help set the mood for your party –from fun and frisky to elegant and sophisticated. And, you don't have to be a party planning expert to use flowers effectively; all you have to do is enlist the help of your favorite professional florist who will be able to help you create the look and feel you want with flowers in the right colors and styles. Your florist can even help you use flowers in some very surprising and unique ways no matter what type of party you're throwing.
Backyard Barbecue
Backyard barbecues are friendly, relaxed events with an informal setting and comfortable clothing. Of course, they're also held during the summer when it's hot! You'll want to ask your florist which flowers will last the best throughout the event and stay looking fresh for hours. Some suggestions are daisies, marigolds, lilies, asters, and sunflowers.
For simple, fun centerpieces, try placing big bunches of daisies in canning jars. They'll look great in the center of the traditional checkered tablecloth. Or, you could have your florist use bottles or baskets as containers for floral arrangements. For and even prettier table, tie raffia bows around your napkins and silverware and slip a flower through the bow.
Patio or Garden Party
Your patio or garden party might be a sophisticated affair, or it could be informal, but since it's an outdoor party, you'll want to focus on the beauty of the surroundings. Flowers can help you enhance that beauty. Try using clay pots filled with flowering plants or green plants strung with twinkling white lights. Or, fill clay pots with topiary designs. Set your tables with small vases containing several different types of flowers or crystal bowls with low arrangements surrounded by scattered petals. Place a flower on the napkin of each table setting.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
New vs. Used Cars: What Suits You the Best
Both the new and used cars have their own advantages and disadvantages. It is the mind set of the people who are purchasing the car. Some like to buy cars only for the sake of showing their buying capacity and their status symbol while some others would be obsessed with buying fancy new model cars as soon as they are launched in the car market. New cars are meant for people who have the buying capacity, who think of only quality of a product and not the quantity, who would like to enjoy sole ownership of the car and who do not want to get compromised with their comfort. Whereas used cars are bought by people who would like to enjoy the benefits of owning a car but cannot afford to buy a brand new car. Such people are very practical as they think that, when a used car is purchased in a good condition it will serve the purpose of the new car and also comes with a very less price tag. Used cars are purchased by people who know the value ....
Saturday, May 22, 2010
ELFIRA ROSA NASUTION : Atlet Renang Indonesia
ELFIRA ROSA NASUTION : Atlet Juara Renang Indonesia
Latihan itu, ternyata, tidak percuma. Lewat Kejurnas Antarklub di Jakarta, Desember 1983, Efi menyabet sembilan medali emas. Saat itu saja, dengan menjadi pemegang empat rekor nasional, ia mulai mengimbangi prestasi bekas ''Ratu Renang Asia Tenggara'', Nanik Juliati Suryaatmadja, yang memegang lima rekor nasional. Walaupun tidak ditargetkan, si sulung beradik empat itu meraih satu medali perak di Asian Games 1983 di Seoul, Korea Selatan. Inilah yang turut mendorong SIWO/PWI Jaya memilihnya sampai tiga kali -- 1980, 1981, 1983 -- sebagai Atlet Terbaik.
Namun, gelar ini tidak membuat Efi berhenti berprestasi. Dalam PON XI, Jakarta, 1985, Efi merebut delapan medali emas dan dua medali perak, dengan catatan memperbaiki delapan rekor PON dan lima rekor nasional. Sehingga, ada media cetak yang menjulukinya ''Primadona PON XI''.
Ia memang berasal dari keluarga perenang. Ayahnya adalah bekas perenang dan pemain polo air Sumatera Utara. Rosani Samsoe, ibunya, juga perenang. Keduanya kini menjadi pelatih, terakhir menetap di Jambi dan berhasil membangkitkan demam renang di daerah itu.
Terjun ke kolam renang sejak berusia empat tahun, bersama klub Prim asuhan ayahnya, Efi membuat kejutan pada Kejurnas Antarklub di Bandung, 1978. Usianya ketika itu delapan tahun, dan ia langsung memetik lima medali emas untuk jarak 50 meter gaya dada, kupu-kupu, punggung, bebas, serta 200 meter gaya berganti. Semuanya dalam Kelompok Umur I. Prestasi ini membuka jalan baginya untuk turut dalam berbagai pertandingan renang di Muangthai, Filipina, India, Jepang, dan Korea Selatan.
Pada 1982, Elfira dikirim berlatih pada klub Cypres Aquatic, Los Angeles, AS. Porsi latihan renangnya sejauh 5.000 sampai 7.000 meter. ''Lebih berat latihan dengan Papa,'' katanya. Di Jambi, setiap pagi ia harus melahap jarak 10.000 sampai 11.000 meter.
Satu di antara ''kunci'' keberhasilan Elfira, juga adiknya, Maya Masita Nasution, adalah keserasian hubungan dengan pelatihnya, yang kebetulan ayahnya sendiri. Itu sebabnya ia pernah menolak tawaran sekjen KONI Pusat, M.F. Siregar, untuk pindah ke Jakarta. ''Lagi pula, pergaulan di sini susah, lebih enak di daerah,'' katanya.
Sibuk di kolam renang tidak membuat gadis pemalu itu ketinggalan di sekolah. Ke mana pergi Efi membawa buku pelajaran, dan pulang dari pertandingan di luar negeri ia memfotokopi catatan teman sebangku. Nilai pelajarannya di kelas III SMP Xaverius Jambi (1985) rata-rata tujuh, kecuali pelajaran olah raga: 8. Ia, yang doyan makan sup, gulai daun ubi, bakso, permen cokelat, dan mangga, juga rajin bersenam.
Nama : ELFIRA Rosa Nasution
Lahir : Jakarta, 1 Maret 1970
Agama : Islam
Pendidikan :
-SD Harapan, Medan (1982)
-SMP Xaverius, Jambi (sekarang)
-Pendidikan renang di Klub Prim di Medan (1976-1982)
-Klub Cypres Aquatic, Los Angeles, AS, 1982
-di Klub Telanai Pura, Jambi (sekarang)
Karir :
-Perenang
-Atlet Terbaik Nasional SIWO/PWI Jaya (1980, 1981, 1983), Mendapat 9 -medali emas dalam kejuaraan antar klub di Jakarta, 1983
-Pemegang empat rekor nasional
-PON XI, Jakarta, 1985, ia meraih 8 emas, 2 perak.
Latihan itu, ternyata, tidak percuma. Lewat Kejurnas Antarklub di Jakarta, Desember 1983, Efi menyabet sembilan medali emas. Saat itu saja, dengan menjadi pemegang empat rekor nasional, ia mulai mengimbangi prestasi bekas ''Ratu Renang Asia Tenggara'', Nanik Juliati Suryaatmadja, yang memegang lima rekor nasional. Walaupun tidak ditargetkan, si sulung beradik empat itu meraih satu medali perak di Asian Games 1983 di Seoul, Korea Selatan. Inilah yang turut mendorong SIWO/PWI Jaya memilihnya sampai tiga kali -- 1980, 1981, 1983 -- sebagai Atlet Terbaik.
Namun, gelar ini tidak membuat Efi berhenti berprestasi. Dalam PON XI, Jakarta, 1985, Efi merebut delapan medali emas dan dua medali perak, dengan catatan memperbaiki delapan rekor PON dan lima rekor nasional. Sehingga, ada media cetak yang menjulukinya ''Primadona PON XI''.
Ia memang berasal dari keluarga perenang. Ayahnya adalah bekas perenang dan pemain polo air Sumatera Utara. Rosani Samsoe, ibunya, juga perenang. Keduanya kini menjadi pelatih, terakhir menetap di Jambi dan berhasil membangkitkan demam renang di daerah itu.
Terjun ke kolam renang sejak berusia empat tahun, bersama klub Prim asuhan ayahnya, Efi membuat kejutan pada Kejurnas Antarklub di Bandung, 1978. Usianya ketika itu delapan tahun, dan ia langsung memetik lima medali emas untuk jarak 50 meter gaya dada, kupu-kupu, punggung, bebas, serta 200 meter gaya berganti. Semuanya dalam Kelompok Umur I. Prestasi ini membuka jalan baginya untuk turut dalam berbagai pertandingan renang di Muangthai, Filipina, India, Jepang, dan Korea Selatan.
Pada 1982, Elfira dikirim berlatih pada klub Cypres Aquatic, Los Angeles, AS. Porsi latihan renangnya sejauh 5.000 sampai 7.000 meter. ''Lebih berat latihan dengan Papa,'' katanya. Di Jambi, setiap pagi ia harus melahap jarak 10.000 sampai 11.000 meter.
Satu di antara ''kunci'' keberhasilan Elfira, juga adiknya, Maya Masita Nasution, adalah keserasian hubungan dengan pelatihnya, yang kebetulan ayahnya sendiri. Itu sebabnya ia pernah menolak tawaran sekjen KONI Pusat, M.F. Siregar, untuk pindah ke Jakarta. ''Lagi pula, pergaulan di sini susah, lebih enak di daerah,'' katanya.
Sibuk di kolam renang tidak membuat gadis pemalu itu ketinggalan di sekolah. Ke mana pergi Efi membawa buku pelajaran, dan pulang dari pertandingan di luar negeri ia memfotokopi catatan teman sebangku. Nilai pelajarannya di kelas III SMP Xaverius Jambi (1985) rata-rata tujuh, kecuali pelajaran olah raga: 8. Ia, yang doyan makan sup, gulai daun ubi, bakso, permen cokelat, dan mangga, juga rajin bersenam.
Nama : ELFIRA Rosa Nasution
Lahir : Jakarta, 1 Maret 1970
Agama : Islam
Pendidikan :
-SD Harapan, Medan (1982)
-SMP Xaverius, Jambi (sekarang)
-Pendidikan renang di Klub Prim di Medan (1976-1982)
-Klub Cypres Aquatic, Los Angeles, AS, 1982
-di Klub Telanai Pura, Jambi (sekarang)
Karir :
-Perenang
-Atlet Terbaik Nasional SIWO/PWI Jaya (1980, 1981, 1983), Mendapat 9 -medali emas dalam kejuaraan antar klub di Jakarta, 1983
-Pemegang empat rekor nasional
-PON XI, Jakarta, 1985, ia meraih 8 emas, 2 perak.
RICHARD SAMBERA : Atlet Renang Indonesia
RICHARD SAMBERA
Richard Sambera adalah perenang putra andalan Indonesia lahir di Jakarta, 19 Desember 1971; umur 38 tahun. Ia eksis dari tahun 1980-an, 1990-an dan 2000-an ini. Prestasinya antara lain memperoleh medali emas di Sea Games dan beberapa medali kejuaraan renang Asia maupun dunia. Saat ini dia menjadi pembawa acara televisi untuk siaran olahraga.
Richard berhasil menyelesaikan pendidikan dan meraih gelar bachelor of science di Political Science and Economy Arizona State University, Amerika Serikat. Selama di Amerika Serikat, Richard menjadi pelatih tim renang putra Arizona State University. Perkenalan Richard dengan media terjadi saat bergabung dengan koran Arizona Republic. Sejak tahun 2003, Richard bergabung dengan Metro TV sebagai pembawa berita di Metro Sports.
Penghargaan
• Berpartisipasi di kejuaran Olimpiade Seaul 1988, Atlanta 1996 dan Sydney 2000
• Pemegang Rekor Sea Games untuk cabang renang 100m
• Pemegang Rekor Nasional untuk cabang renang 50m, 100m dan 200m
• Pemegang Rekor United States National College untuk cabang renang 100m
• Pemenang Medali Emas di Sea Games untuk cabang renang 100m pada tahun 1989, 1991, 1995, 1997, 1999, 2001 dan 2005
• Pemegang Medali Emas di Sea Games untuk cabang renang 50m pada tahun 1995, 1997, 1999 dan 2001
• Pemegang Medali Perak untuk World Swimming Championship untuk cabang renang 50m, Hongkong, pada tahun 2000
• Pemegang Medali Perunggu di Asian Games Beijing untuk cabang 100m pada tahun 1990
• Best Indonesian Athlete SIWO PWI tahun 2001
Richard Sambera adalah perenang putra andalan Indonesia lahir di Jakarta, 19 Desember 1971; umur 38 tahun. Ia eksis dari tahun 1980-an, 1990-an dan 2000-an ini. Prestasinya antara lain memperoleh medali emas di Sea Games dan beberapa medali kejuaraan renang Asia maupun dunia. Saat ini dia menjadi pembawa acara televisi untuk siaran olahraga.
Richard berhasil menyelesaikan pendidikan dan meraih gelar bachelor of science di Political Science and Economy Arizona State University, Amerika Serikat. Selama di Amerika Serikat, Richard menjadi pelatih tim renang putra Arizona State University. Perkenalan Richard dengan media terjadi saat bergabung dengan koran Arizona Republic. Sejak tahun 2003, Richard bergabung dengan Metro TV sebagai pembawa berita di Metro Sports.
Penghargaan
• Berpartisipasi di kejuaran Olimpiade Seaul 1988, Atlanta 1996 dan Sydney 2000
• Pemegang Rekor Sea Games untuk cabang renang 100m
• Pemegang Rekor Nasional untuk cabang renang 50m, 100m dan 200m
• Pemegang Rekor United States National College untuk cabang renang 100m
• Pemenang Medali Emas di Sea Games untuk cabang renang 100m pada tahun 1989, 1991, 1995, 1997, 1999, 2001 dan 2005
• Pemegang Medali Emas di Sea Games untuk cabang renang 50m pada tahun 1995, 1997, 1999 dan 2001
• Pemegang Medali Perak untuk World Swimming Championship untuk cabang renang 50m, Hongkong, pada tahun 2000
• Pemegang Medali Perunggu di Asian Games Beijing untuk cabang 100m pada tahun 1990
• Best Indonesian Athlete SIWO PWI tahun 2001
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