Tuesday 25 May 2010

75th Ranger Regiment OIF

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Monday 24 May 2010

How to Stay Safe While Going Camping

When you go camping, you want to have fun and relax from the normally busy world. Generally speaking camping is a safe experience, but some things can happen. It is best to be prepared for these situations so that you can camp safely.

One of the most common injuries for most campers is getting glass in their feet. Unfortunately many use camp grounds as a place to go out and drink breaking their bottles all over the ground. Most places have lots of glass in the ground. Be sure to always wear shoes especially when it's dark and be watchful.

Know some basic first aid. When someone cuts their foot on glass or has a stumble or fall, you will most likely be the first response to this problem since you are out in the woods. Know how to treat basic things and where exactly you can get help if help is needed. Someone, hopefully you, should know some basic first aid.

Be aware of the wildlife in your area where you choose to go camp. Generally wildlife is not on a problem on most paid camp grounds but out in the woods they can be. For the most part if you practice bear safety by having bear bags or keeping food sealed in bags in a car this should keep hungry, curious animals from showing up. Food never belongs in a tent, ever, unless you want wild animals in your tent! You can put it in a bag and hang it from a tree is your car is not nearby.

Know fire safety. Always have more water on hand to put out the fire than needed because it could get out of control. This is a very costly and sometimes deadly mistake some make by letting their fires get out of control. People tend to play with fires when camping which is not a good thing.

Have a way of contacting someone while out in the woods. Find out if your cell phone works where you will be. If not, know where a ranger or someone to contact will be just in case of emergency. This is very important because if something happens you need to know what to do immediately. Have a plan in case emergency contact is required and test it, for example your cell phones, before you need it!

Camping is a very safe activity. Taking normal precautions will make it extremely safe.

Sunday 23 May 2010

A Cheap Tonneau Cover May Be Better Than an Expensive Model

Sometimes cheap is actually better. A cheap tonneau cover may do just what you want while saving you hundreds of dollars compared to other types. Most of the best cheap truck bed covers are of the soft type, but soft covers still come in several different designs. Here's why cheap covers may be best.

Instant Access

Hard tonneau covers look great and are secure, but many hard covers are cumbersome and don't work for oversize loads. A soft cover, especially a roll forward model, opens instantly for access to any part of the bed. No matter what your cargo, you can get at it quickly and load and unload easily.

Light Weight.

A premium fiberglass cover is the best look even on show trucks. But hard covers are much heavier than soft models and more cumbersome to open and close. Saving weight can't help but improve fuel mileage with a lighter cheap cover too. Don't forget easier installation with a lighter cover. Why most soft covers install with simple clamps and require no drilling.

Different Styles

Roll up covers aren't your only choice for a cheap one though. If you want, you can also get a multi-panel fold top as well as a hinge tilt forward model. These models are still covered with soft material, but don't be fooled. Soft doesn't mean weak. These covers are heavy duty vinyl covers that last for years even in the roughest weather.

Haul Any Cargo

A tilt forward cover turns your truck bed into a giant trunk. That's a real plus to get a big lockable trunk. But don't forget that the giant trunk will not close if cargo is higher than the bed sides. That's why a simple, cheap roll up cover may be a great choice if you haul large cargo. Even a lawn mower or a bicycle or any number of other cargo items won't fit under a tilt forward lid. Choose your bed cover carefully thinking about what you'll haul.

Maximum Features For Minimum Cost

A cheap tonneau cover will protect your cargo from weather and from prying eyes just like a much more expensive cover. It's also a great option if you need to access the whole bed of your truck and if you haul cargo that's higher than the bed sides. And who doesn't? A light weight cover is easier to install and cheaper to haul around too.

A cheap tonneau cover is better than more expensive covers in many cases. It works better for large cargo and when you need access to all parts of the truck bed. Plus since these lids are lighter, they're easier to install and save fuel since you're hauling around less weight. The only problem is choosing which cover to get, since there are so many good choices.

Saturday 22 May 2010

OE Tech/Condor MPS Review

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Wednesday 19 May 2010

International Harvester Scout

In 1961, International Harvester out of Fort Wayne, Indiana, introduced its version of Willys Jeep to the world. The International Scout for sale was joined the Jeep as one of the first civilian American off-road sport utility vehicles. Because it was created to compete with the Jeep, the Scout had similar body styling's including fold down windshields and removable hard or soft tops. While the Scout was only manufactured for fewer than 20 years (1961 to 1980), it made quite an impact in the car world. In fact, the International Scout for sale is still a much sought after vehicle today. This is because it is a hardy little vehicle, surefooted and just plain cool.

During the 19 year reign of the International Scout, there were roughly six production models and a slew of "special editions" and such. It all started, though, with the Scout 80 and 800. Produced from 1961 to 1971. The 80/800 are the original Scout models. The very first International Scout for sale to roll off of the production line, though, touted a 93 horsepower 4 cylinder engine under the hood, 3 speed, floor mounted transmission, vacuum windshield wipers and was available in 2 wheel drive and 4 wheel drive. 

Scout 80s, were built from 1960 to 1965 with the first Scout 80 being introduced to the public on January 18, 1961. It had the distinct boxy body shape with the 1960-1961 models featuring sliding side windows. It had a 152 4 cylinder engine, vacuum windshield wipers and the Jeep inspired fold down windshield. Probably the most remarkable thing about the Scout 80, though, is that, as the introductory model to the Scout line, it was conceived, developed and produced in an amazing time frame - less that two years. Given the automotive industry of the 1960's, this was no small feat.

The Scout 800 made its appearance in late 1965 until mid 1971. These were the more "civilized" version of the Scout, featuring a fixed windshield, windshield wipers that were mounted at the bottom of the windshield and bucket seats for added comfort. Buyers had their choice of a 196 4 cylinder engine, a 232 Inline-6, a 266 V-8 or a 304 V-8 (which entered the ring in the 1969 production model as well as newer models.). Designed to provide more creature comforts than earlier rough and ready models, the 800 had a better instrumentation system, better heating system and even optional rear seats.

Other models included the 810 which appeared in 1971, the Scout II from 1971 to 1980, the Scout II Terra from 1976 to 1980, the Scout II Traveler from 1976 to 1980 and the Soft top Safari II from 1977 to 1979. The interesting thing about the Soft top Safari II, or SSII as International Harvester tagged it, was that most buyers did not know that the SSII actually referred to the Soft top Safari name, they weren't even aware that that was the name! People began to assume that the SS meant Super Scout which is how this model is referred to today.

The Scout did succeed at giving the Jeep a run for its money. Today it stands side by side with the Jeep, holding its own, in a class by itself. You can find more information about the International Harvester Scout on my blog.

Tuesday 18 May 2010

Monday 17 May 2010

Ranger School Promo

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Saturday 15 May 2010

The FSBO Seller And The Sales Process

The process of selling a home is the same, whether the owner chooses FSBO selling, or selling through a traditional real estate agency. The major difference in FSBO selling is that the owner doesn't pay a commission on the sale of his home, and pockets the majority of his equity.

The FSBO selling process starts when the home is listed. If you're just investigating the FSBO real estate market, look for a flat-fee FSBO service that concentrates on the seller's interests. Keep in mind that many "FSBO" Web sites are front-ends for traditional real estate companies that are looking to recruit sellers. If the FSBO site you're considering offers an automatic referral to a traditional realty company after so many days of listing, pass them by.

Creating an attractive listing is an important component for selling your home. Use pictures to show the outside and inside of the home. List the home size, lot size and highlight attractive features of the home. Also, look for an FSBO site that supports video tours so buyers can see how the home is laid out.

FSBO homes require the same documentation that homes listed with real estate agents do. An accurate sellers disclosure can be provided on the listing site, but you'll need to verify that your buyer has actually received it when it comes time to close the deal. The same is true for lead paint disclosures for homes that may contain it. The FSBO seller will also need to conduct a mortgage survey, a title search, any required inspections, and resolve any liens on the property prior to the closing date.

With a purchase agreement in hand, the FSBO seller will want to have a real estate attorney review the sales documentation, and may want to have the attorney present at the closing. The FSBO seller will want to verify that all of the appropriate documentation is collected prior to closing, and copies have been forwarded to (or prepared for) the buyer. The FSBO seller will also want to make certain the buyer knows when and where the closing has been scheduled, and the exact amount of the check needed to close the sale. As with traditional closings, the FSBO real estate sale can take place at a title company office. It can also take place anywhere else that is convenient.

FSBO selling isn't cost-free, but it does eliminate real estate commissions, the largest closing expense for the seller. It also benefits the buyer, who has likely gotten a better deal on a home purchase than he or she would have buying a home that was listed traditionally.

Friday 14 May 2010

Ranger Class In Age Of Conan

Rangers, range weapon specialists, pick off their opponents at a distance with the bow and crossbow, but are also able to fight back if encountered close up. They can use cloth armor, light armor, medium armor, shields, one handed edged weapons, one handed blunt, daggers, bows and crossbows.

Rangers are indeed primarily focused around ranged combat and, as you noted, are the only class which uses ranged weapons as their main source of offensive firepower. While most other classes can use ranged weapons to some degree, Rangers are exclusive in their proficiency of them and are the sole user of ranged combos. Bows and crossbows are equally favored by the Ranger, with different specializations and combos available for both weapon types.

In melee combat, Rangers will primarily use one-handed swords in addition to their choice of an off-hand dagger or shield.

All Rogues share the same general skill-set, so you can expect the Ranger to have stealth and climbing abilities that are very much similar to the Barbarian and Assassin classes. (Although Rangers wear the heaviest armor of all the Rogue classes, and thus will usually be at a slight disadvantage for the purposes of sneaking around.)

Rangers are pretty flexible in their means of attack, with various stances unlocked by feats allowing one to pick and choose the best approach for a given fight. For instance, "Sniper Stance" enables the Ranger to focus primarily on range, damage, and precision while "Shattering Stance" grants all of the Ranger's attacks a chance to knock down their target as well as damaging nearby hostiles.

Thursday 13 May 2010

Ranger Rick Magazine - For Kids Who Love Nature

What magazine should you get for your kids that they can enjoy the entire year? Like most kids, mine love nature. So after looking into things, I found that Ranger Rick Magazine might be areally good choice. The number one rated nature magazine for kids, Ranger Rick Magazine has garnered many awards. In addition, it is affordable and fun.

Dating back to 1988, Ranger Rick Magazine has received many awards and honors for their work as a nature magazine aimed at kids. In 1988 the magazine took home the EdPress Golden Lamp Award as the best overall educational magazine. In 1991, Ranger Rick Magazine was recognized as a National Magazine Award finalize for their special issue on frogs. EdPress awarded Ranger Rick again in 1992 with its Distinguished Achievement Award then with their Golden Lamp Honor Award in 1993; EdPress also honored the magazine in 1998, 2001, 2002, and 2003. In 1996 Ranger Rick Magazine got the Parents’ Choice Gold Award, and then did so again in 1999 and 2003. All of these are based on the work Ranger Rick Magazine has done for children and for nature.

Many parents will tell you that if you buy your child a $20 toy, he or she will likely have lost, broken, or grown tired of it within a month. However, for that same price, you can get a one year subscription to Ranger Rick Magazine, which is a monthly publication. Children will look forward to its arrival every month and if you have more than one kid, there will be competition to get to it first. It is better than a $20 in that they will play with it for a year, plus it is an educational publication. There are fun nature facts, activities and articles in each edition that children can appreciate and enjoy.

Ranger Rick Magazine is also a fantastic resource for improving reading skills. The children will enjoy reading it and the text is targeted at elementary children. They will grow their vocabulary with nature words and definitions that they can use. When students know something is useful to them, they are much more likely to retain the information.

If you have children who love animals and nature, then you may want to consider Ranger Rick Magazine as a gift for them. They can learn from it, improve their reading skills, and will actually enjoy it every month of the year. It will be the best $20 you have spent for them in terms of education [http://www.exeterdaily.com/category/home-news] and entertainment all wrapped into one.

Wednesday 12 May 2010

Age of Conan Ranger Class Guide

In the Age of Conan, Rangers are specialists in ranged weapons, allowing them to pick their opponents off using a bow or a crossbow even when there is a distance between them. What makes rangers an excellent choice in this game is that they are also more than capable of holding their own when they encounter enemies up close. Rangers are capable of handling three types of armor, which are light armor, medium armor and cloth armor. They are also capable of handling one handed blunt and edged weapons, shields, bows, crossbows and daggers.

The main focus with any ranger character in Age of Conan is going to be ranged combat. Rangers are the only characters in the game that make use of ranged forms of weapons as their staple weapon for offensive fighting. There are other classes that can use the same ranged weapons to at least some degree, but no other class but the ranger can master them with the same level of proficiency. Rangers are also the only characters that are capable of making use of ranged combos for their offensive firepower. The ranger favors both crossbows and bows equally, and can utilize a variety of combos and different specializations using both types of weapons.

When it comes to melee combat, the best weapon for a ranger's use is swords that are operated single-handedly. Rangers should also choose either a shield or an off-hand dagger to complete their equipment. Because all rogue characters share the same skill set in terms of general skills, you should not be surprised to see that the ranger's primary abilities are quite similar to the Barbarian class and the Assassin class. This includes stealth and climbing abilities which are staples for the ranger class.

Rangers do face one disadvantage, in that the armor that they wear heavier armor than any other class in the Rogue category, meaning that when it comes to sneaking around they are not quite as capable as other, similar classes. Still, rangers are versatile characters with flexible attacking capabilities. They can take on a number of different stances, which are unlocked by feats and allow the ranger to select one of several different approaches for each fight that he faces. For example, the ranger can take on a Sniper Stance, which allows him to focus on range and precision for optimum damage. Shattering Stance, another of the Ranger's stances, allows the ranger to knock targets down, potentially damaging other opponents in the process.

The ranger is a versatile character that creates a well rounded playing experience. With the right weapons and stances, the ranger's attacks can pack a punch both when ranged or close combat.

Tuesday 11 May 2010

The William Tell Overture (The Lone Ranger Theme)

Mention the song title "William Tell Overture," and a lot of people might scratch their heads in confusion. But hum a few bars, and there are few people who don't recognize this classic tune. It's so famous that it's been covered by literally hundreds of artists since its composition in the early 1800s. Modern recording artists still turn out renditions of the "William Tell Overture" today because of the public's instant connection to its familiarity.

Though everyone recognizes it, many are not aware of the history and the context from which the song originated. It was composed by Gioachino Rossini for his 39th and most famous opera, William Tell. The man on whom the opera is based is a figure surrounded by mystery and lore. William Tell, although well-known in Switzerland as a national hero, is arguably a somewhat controversial figure. Some historians debate whether the man even existed. If he did, was he really the legendary figure he has been lauded as being?

Regardless of such questions, school children around the world can recite the story of William Tell, the man who shoots the apple off of the head of his son with his crossbow. According to legend, Tell, who was something of a renegade, refused to bow to the statue of a contentious ruler. As punishment, he was forced to either shoot the apple, or subject both himself and his son to execution. An expert marksman, he successfully saved the life of both himself and his son with a single shot. (He reportedly said afterward that he had one arrow in reserve for his punisher, should he have failed his son.)

It's a grand story that is told fondly in many classrooms. But, like many legends, his has probably been embellished over the centuries, if indeed the man lived at all. Despite the questions about his life, he is still recognized as a Swiss hero. Perhaps it is this cloud of intrigue that has inspired so many artistic works based on the legend of William Tell.

The opera William Tell was based on a previous work, a play written by Friedrich Schiller. The musical version of the hero's life is a four- hour work characterized by complicated and demanding scores. Since its first public performance at the Paris Opera in 1829, it has been edited and recreated in less-demanding versions over the following centuries.

In the years after its first performance it was censored and banned by various governing authorities for its controversial glorification of a revolutionary character. As censorship often does, this tended only to fuel the public's interest even more. This may be one of the reasons the legend of this Swiss hero became so dramatically retold, embellished, and exaggerated.

The overture itself is written in four distinctive sections, with each leading seamlessly to the next. Rarely has any song without lyrics been sung so frequently. While the composer Rossini might be pleased with how his work has become so ingrained into modern culture, he may be less impressed with the reasons why. The "William Tell Overture" catapulted into popularity when it was used as the theme music for the television series "The Lone Ranger." Appearing first as a radio broadcast in 1933, followed by the television series, the "William Tell Overture" may be forever associated with the media hit. Politically incorrect though it was by today's standards, "The Lone Ranger" continues to be credited with indelibly etching the overture in the minds of popular culture.

Today the song is parodied more than any other classical song, with versions found on the CDs of modern artists and even on YouTube. It graces sporting events, and it is particularly associated with horse racing. Even those who can't identify it by name refer to it as "The Lone Ranger Song," and usually they can't help but hum or whistle along when they hear it played.

Sunday 9 May 2010

Sevylor Ranger Inflatable Kayak

There are many inflatable kayak options to choose from and I have found one of the best is the Sevylor Ranger.

This inflatable kayak is a great all rounder. It is tough easy to pump up and looks very good in the water.

I was so impressed with this particular inflatable I now own three of them. The ranger was the first inflatable kayak I ever purchased and at first I was sceptical about the durability of an inflatable kayak. How wrong I was! Three years on and the ranger is still going strong despite some very arduous adventures it has never picked up a single puncture.

I have paddled many times in sea water and due to time restrictions and a bit of laziness have not always got round to washing the corrosive salt out straight away after my journey and have simply packed the kayak still wet back in its bag.

Fearing the worst after a few days I have unpacked it only to find it was still as good as new.

Over the years the only sign of wear and tear has been to the brass buckles that secure the kayak seats in place but whilst they have become slightly corroded and stiff they still work and I have no doubt a bit of a polish and elbow grease and they would again be as good as new.

On one of my first adventures along the Stour River in Suffolk I was paddling with some friends when we came upon a huge willow tree which had been blown down across the river in high winds the previous week. Only one of us was not paddling an inflatable kayak and in view of the dry sharp branches of the willow it seemed impossible to venture any further for fear of puncturing the boats.

The last portage was miles back and the river banks were too high to get out. There was nothing for it but to have a go at going through the willow. The rigid kayak went first and believe it or not and despite some truly horrendous spiky branches scraping the sides and bottom of the rangers they all made it through without tearing.

Since then this inflatable kayak has been dragged along many riverbeds, beaches, pontoons and roads and for some remarkable reason the heavy duty canvas remains to this day unscathed.

To say these kayaks are impossible to puncture would obviously be a lie, and two of my friends have punctured their rangers. However they are easily and quickly repaired with the repair kit you get when you buy them which is more than you can say when you get a hole in a rigid body kayak.

My initial fears of an inflatable kayak being fragile have been soundly put to bed by the Sevylor Ranger as this is one very tough inflatable kayak.

Friday 7 May 2010

US Army Ranger School - Part 1

Rangers. Get an idea of what it's like to go through the US Army Ranger School. Rangers Lead the Way.



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Ranger CB or Maxon CBs: Alternatives for CB Users

There are so many options in the market of the CB radio! The largest manufacturer and the most popular such as the Cobra and Uniden CB radios are well known. But now, we must look at some alternative brands of CB radios to find out about the offers and advantages they give.

First, there are Ranger CB radios. Ranger Communications started in 1972 and their specialty is building amateur radios, commercial 2 ways radios, and telephony equipment for remote places like islands, oil platforms, and such. Of course, the company is dedicated to make CB radios too.

Ranger Communications has a complete line of CB appliances known as the Texas Ranger. Inside the line there are seven models of mobiles CB radios, and one model of base. The CB mobile radios, the simplest models are the TR 900 series, which counts with the TR 936 and the TR 966.

Both models have 2 years of warranty, and they are built to resist the vibration of the truck and include a voltage protection circuitry. They also have squelch control, external speaker jack, dynamic mike system, RF and Mic gain control, and the instant channel 19. The differences between them are that TR936 includes Advanced Noise Filter Circuit, roger beep, dimmer control and tone control. The TR 966 adds to that the clarifier control and the high and low switch for the comfort listening of the operator.

There are two new models on the Texas Ranger division: the TR 696FD1 and the TR 127 GK. The TR 696 FD1 or Freedom 1 is distinguished by its patriotic look. The front panel is printed by the flag of the United States of America and all the buttons are chrome. This attractive CB radio has the AM / SSB modes, Noise blanker system, PA (Public Address) switch and NB and ANL control also to reduce the background noise.

The TR 127GK also contains above features plus the RF gain, the instant channel 19 and the PA/ CB switch and its luxurious look; TR 127GK has a chrome shinny face and gold controls and trim.

The second option is Maxon. Maxon is a Korean company founded in 1974. For 30 years, the company has been working on communication and multimedia technology. The company makes GSM cellular phones, FRS radios, two ways radios and CB radios.

Maxon has three different CB radio models: MCB 30 and 45 and the HCB 10C. The MCB 30 has a maximum of 7 mile capacity of RF communication, squelch control, last channel memory, microphone on the front and LED channel display on this black radio made with rugged metal case.

The MCB 45 has the same features as its brother but adds an emergency channel 9 button, RF gain control, Public Address Speaker jack and CB/ Weather channel control. The third one of the family is the HCB 10 C. This all-handle radio counts with a LED Channel Display, TX LED indicator and battery low indicator.

The prices of the Ranger radios depend of the features included in the models. Ranger radios could cost from $60 to $130, and even $200 for the new and patriotic model Freedom 1. Maxon CB radios prices are changing also, but they have a starting price of $ 50.