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101 Reasons To Love Atlanta Sports

February 14th, 2010 Atlanta Sports No comments

A list of people, events, names, and places that have/do/will make Atlanta sports exciting for years to come. Read more…

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Remote Control Models - The Helicopter

December 22nd, 2009 Rhys Jones No comments

If you like remote controlled models and have plenty of space, then you might want to think about buying one of the new big remote control helicopters that have recently been introduced by several makes. These helicopters, which can occasionally be as large as ten feet long, rival real helicopters in dexterity. They are expensive and can set you back three thousand dollars or more.

As with many fads, some people just have to possess one of their own. So, the next time you are walking in the park and you see a helicopter flying around, look again closely. At first you will probably think that it is a real helicopter that is just further away then you first thought. But look again and you will almost certainly see someone controlling the helicopter with a huge remote control unit.

If you see one of these remote controlled helicopters in flight, consider yourself very lucky. Because it is so expensive to own one of these beautiful models, they are also still pretty rare. However, because I am an ardent collector myself, I have thought about purchasing one of these big remote control helicopters, and I even put a bid on one in Ebay once, but in the end I did not get it and instead made up my mind to wait until the cost comes down a bit more.

Just as with any new, trendy item, big remote control helicopters are the latest fad, but in a few years, I am sure there will be a better supply and the price will fall. Then I will be ready and waiting to buy. But until then, I have a very bighearted and rich friend who owns one, and I will rehearse flying his. I have already taken it out once - it is so much more powerful than the normal, small remote control helicopters that you are most likely used to. When you first turn it on, the big remote control helicopter?s rotors spin with such ferociousness, that you may worry that you are going to break something. and then, when it lifts off the ground, you will experience a huge sense of achievement, knowing that you are the one who is controlling it.

And if you are able to make a successful, smooth landing as well, then you can truthfully consider yourself a helicopter pilot, because even those very experienced with small remote control helicopters will be overwhelmed to see someone land a big remote control helicopter, because it really is totally different. So if you happen to be lucky, well-off, or just single-minded enough to acquire one of your own, enjoy your time with your large helicopter.

I guarantee you that it will be one of the most exciting experiences of your life. For me, the entire process was unreal, and when it was all over, I had to phone everyone I knew and tell them how I had flown a 10 foot helicopter and landed it smoothly. I bet that?s how pilots feel the first time they fly a real aircraft.

Owen Jones, the author of this article, writes on many subjects, but is currently involved with remote controlled trucks. If you have an interest in model or toy rc vehicles, please go over to our website now at 1/5 Scale RC Cars

Remember the Scooter?

December 22nd, 2009 Owen Jones No comments

The Razor A scooter … What does that phrase make you think about? If you have kids, I’m sure that you’re already aware of the Razor A scooter series, but they weren’t about when we were children. However, the idea was, although I forget the marques from my youth.

I loved my two-wheeled, kick-powered scooter when I was a kid. Mum and Dad had their automobile, my older siblings had their bicycles and I had my scooter. It didn’t go fast, but then, I didn’t go far either, but it was transport and it gave a feeling of freedom. I had my wheels and I was mobile!

Well, the modern equivalent of that scooter is the Razor A scooter series. And they really are modern too! They are a long chalk from the simple scooters of years ago. The Razor A scooter series was introduced in the year 2000 and is sturdy, strong, collapsible and safe.

The Razor A scooter series comes in several forms to suit different age groups, requirements and pockets. For instance, the Razor A scooter is meant for children of six years and older, while the Razor A2 scooter, the Razor A3 scooter and the Razor Pro scooter are intended for older, weightier, more demanding and more skilful enthusiasts. With prices beginning at around $25 none of them is expensive.

The Razor A scooter series is made from aircraft-grade light aluminium and weighs in at only six pounds. That’s light enough for any young child to be able to carry, if required, without risk of injury. It is also collapsible, which means that it is easy to carry under your arm, in the trunk of your car or on the bus. Storage is a doddle too.

The Razor A scooter range is height-adjustable too in that the handlebars can be raised as your child grows up or if an older sibling wants a turn. It also has a formidable brake, which is obviously quite important since these scooters will easily travel at speeds of five or six mph on the level and much more on an incline. Going down hill, that is.

The Razor A scooter range also has lesser and greater stable mates. The Razor Kiddie Kick is intended for children younger than six and has a third wheel for greater stability, although it is just as robust and durable as the Razor A scooter series. The Razor A scooter series is intended for ‘young-minded’ people from the age of six. I say ‘young-minded’ because it is quite the fashion now, to put one in the car and scooter the last mile or two into work or college. That mile or two every day will save you fuel and give you extra exercise over a prolonged period of time. After all, it all adds up, doesn’t it?

Furthermore, for those who want a bit more power, there are the Razor E100(S), Razor E200(S) and the Razor E300(S), which are electrically driven scooters. The (S) denotes that they have a seat attached.

So, why not introduce your child to the idea of mobility with a Razor A scooter? Give your child the opportunity to look back on his or her youth in 20-30 years time and remember rushing about at three-five mph on a Razor A scooter.

Do you have great memories of your chilhood scooter? The Razor A scooter is the modern equivilent. Come over to our website at http://razorascooter.com and find out more.

The Razor A Scooter Could Save You Money

December 21st, 2009 Owen Jones No comments

The Razor A scooter is a fantastic suggestion for anybody desiring to stay healthy. These days loads of people are desk-bound and we all seem to have less time for just going out for a walk, which is the age-old antidote for gaining a few pounds. The Razor A scooter can assist you here.

How frequently have you thought, ‘I haven’t got time to walk’ or ‘I can’t be bothered to walk’ and then have hopped in the automobile instead? But what if you had a Razor A scooter to hand? You could just scooter down to the shop or the park. You could take the dog for more walks and at a snappier speed too, something your dog would definitely be grateful for.

The Razor A series or its bigger siblings, the Razor Pro or Razor Cruiser, are not costly costing between $40 and $60, cheaper at Amazon or eBay, yet they will quickly save you hundreds of dollars on fuel. After all, starting a car is often the most expensive part of a short journey.

The Razor A scooter is also very versatile. Weighing in at approximately six pounds, anybody could carry it without difficulty up or down a couple of stairs or lift it in or out of the trunk of a car. But not only that, it folds up too, so that the whole scooter is only a couple of feet long by six inches high by six inches wide. It will without difficulty fit in a passage sideboard or the boot of a car.

Your Razor A scooter could be used in many ways to save you money and keep you fitter. For instance, if you need a loaf of bread, you could hop on your scooter. You could take you dog to the park. You could scooter with your kids ‘in a pack’. You could put a Razor A scooter in the boot of your automobile and scooter the last half a mile into school. And every time you get on that scooter, you are burning not motor fuel but fat!

Think of it that way. You are saving fuel and money and burning your excess calories at the same time. You are also exercising your legs and increasing your metabolism and heart rate too. That is everything the bank manager and the doctor advised all rolled into one activity. And you will be in first-rate company too.

Do you know who else’s children ride Razor A scooters? Well, there’s Al Pacino’s twins for a start. Now, Al Pacino is not short of a few dollars, I’m in no doubt, so you can be certain that he’s going to be looking for the finest for his offspring, isn’t he? And Lisa Kudrow and her son. And Liv and Cal, offspring of Julianne Moore and Bart Freundlich. You would be forgiven for thinking, ‘Aw well, they got theirs for nothing!’ and that may be true, but at around $40 who cares?

The benefits in saved motor fuel and increased exercise make the Razor A scooter a must-have necessity in my eyes. So, take another look at the Razor A scooter and bear in mind, someone’s birthday’s coming up before long.

If you would like to know more about the Razor A scooter or if you would like to buy a discounted scooter, go on over to our website at http://razorascooter.com