Thursday, August 31, 2017

Kinesis Aithein Evo aluminium race bike breaks cover

British brand's popular alloy race frame gets an updated geometry, increased tyre clearance and internal cable routing

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Shedding Blood, Sweat and Tears in New Hampshire

New Hampshire Made Me Cry
First, the good news…I walked out of New Hampshire and into Maine on Tuesday, August 29.

And there was much rejoicing.  Yay!!!!
Because even though (or maybe because) I’ve been hiking the Whites every summer for over a decade, I wasn’t truly prepared for the experience of covering that ground as a thru hiker.
I worried about all the wrong things and neglected to worry about the truly troubling things.  And I was oblivious to some of the magic that was in store for me throughout the traverse. ...

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Wednesday, August 30, 2017

Scott launch new Foil Disc aero bike

Addict range also updated for 2018

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Stages launch dual-sided ‘LR’ power meter

Team Sky supplier end left-side-only approach to power measurement

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Garmin launch new flagship Edge 1030 GPS bike computer

Amercian brand also introduces new slimmed-down Vector 3 and 3S power meter pedals

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Vuelta a Espana 2017: Chris Froome opens up big overall lead after finishing second on stage 11 behind Miguel Angel Lopez

Team Sky man gains time on all GC rivals on Altor Cala climb

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Award-Winning Boyne Highlands Resort Hosting GAM Mid-Amateur Championship

Massa Wins 2017 GAM Senior Women’s Championship

NCAA Golf Bag

Galibier Vent Ultra Gilet – review

An incredibly packable gilet that’s perfect for stowing away for emergencies

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Rapha Pro Team Lightweight Wind Jacket – review

Packable jackets aren’t generally known for their quality, but Rapha’s Pro Team Wind Jacket bucks the trend

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Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8070 disc brake groupset – first ride

With Ultegra this good, why would you even opt for Dura-Ace?

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Under the skin of Polartec’s fabric development

We discover how Polartec develops next-generation fabrics used by some of the biggest clothing brands in cycling

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Wahoo introduce £499.99 Kickr Climb gradient simulator

Standalone accessory pairs with Kickr and Kickr Snap smart trainers to offer real-time gradient changes

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Tuesday, August 29, 2017

3 Window Treatment Ideas for Tall Windows

Beautiful large windows have huge advantages including lots of natural light and the ability to admire inspiring views from the comfort of your sofa. However, you might be wondering how you going to furnish these gorgeous windows.  Check out these 3 window treatment ideas for tall windows:

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Drapery
Drapery, the most traditional choice for tall windows, makes your room feel dramatic and regal.

When choosing drapery, keep in mind the scale of the room. A 2-inch diameter curtain rod will become lost on top of a 15-foot-tall window, so use bigger drapery hardware and larger pleats for your drapes so you can see the grand effect.

Personalize the drapery to match your home style by using tiebacks, patterns or valances.

Layer different materials to add interest and dimension to your drapery. You can also include different colors to match your home decor. Source: Angieslist

Roman Shades
If you need multiple roman shades to fill a wide wall of windows, make sure you choose a pattern that allows you to stack each shade next to each other so it feels like one long shade. When there are no breaks in between each shade, your window looks streamlined.

Tip: Don’t forget to hang them higher than the windows if your windows are low. When measuring the height you need for the shades, be sure to include the extra material to cover the gap between ceiling and top of the window. Source: Houzz

Top down / Bottom up Cellular
Cellular shades are a clean and modern look to consider as a tall window treatment idea.  Their energy efficiency is perfect when the midday sun is streaming through your tall windows, keeping you cool inside.  What is most amazing about cellular shades is that they are available in a top down/bottom up feature.  The top and bottom of your shade move independently, giving you precise command of how much light is flowing into your home, preserving privacy without sacrificing natural light. Source: BlindsGalore

 

Contact:
Universal Blinds
601 – 1550 W. 10th Ave
Vancouver, V6J 1Z9
Canada
Phone: (604) 559-1988

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This Week’s Top Instagram Photos from the #AppalachianTrail

Ladies, gentlemen, and hiker trash- it has returned.  We are pleased to reintroduce one of our all time favorite series- the top Instagram posts from the Appalachian Trail.
Each week, we peruse all of the wonderful pictures from Instagram using the hashtag #TrektheAT and #AppalachianTrail and select a few of the best to highlight for your viewing pleasure!
This week we take a look at photos snapped between 08/23/17 – 08/29/17.

If you would like your picture to be included, ...

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And the Honeymoon Ends: Temporary Separation After Just 5 Weeks

Dear Darling AT,
I knew the starry-eyed honeymoon phase couldn’t last forever. But it still hurts so much to have to face the cruel realities of this roller coaster life with you, so early in our relationship.
When I last shared the updates of our then four weeklong romance, I was still doing the Julie Andrews “The Hills Are Alive With the Sound of Music” thing, twirling through wildflowers in sunny meadows.  And hiking with a nearly pain-free body. ...

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Just a girl from Oconomowoc, WI-An Introduction

Hi!
I’m Katie, and I live in Delafield, WI but have an address in Oconomowoc, WI. I am hiking the Appalachian Trail in 2018. I’ll be a NOBO hiker, so hiking Georgia to Maine in about 5 months, and as most of you know, but the trail is just under 2,200 miles long. I thought I would give a brief introduction of myself!
Thru hiking has been something I have been considering for quite some time. ...

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Genesis reveal 2018 Croix de Fer, CDA and Vagabond ahead of full September launch

Fresh lick of paint for Croix de Fer adventure bike and new specs for other key models

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The Dirt on the Trail: Chapter 13

The thirteenth part of my journey after returning to the trail for my second attempt at a thru hike.

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WorldTour Wrap: budget blows, big spenders and biology lessons

Cannondale-Drapac struggle for money as Team Sky splash the cash

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Vuelta a Espana 2017: Matteo Trentin doubles up with stage ten win

Chris Froome retains race lead but third-placed Nicolas Roche gains time on final descent

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Portland Classic Winners and History

Portland Classic Winners and History

The Portland Classic currently is the oldest continuous event on the LPGA Tour. First played in 1972, it has operated under a number of different names, and in two different formats: from 1977 to 1982, it was a team event.

For most of the event’s life, it was a 54 hole event. This changed in 1972, when it moved to 72 holes.

The current sponsor is Cambia Health Solutions.

 

Year Champion Winning Score To Par Margin
2017 TBD TBD TBD
2016 Henderson (2) 274 −14 4 strokes
2015 Brooke Henderson 267 −21 8 strokes
2014 Austin Ernst 274 −14 Playoff
2013 uzann Pettersen (2) 268 −20 2 strokes
2012 Mika Miyazato 203 −13 2 strokes
2011 Suzann Pettersen 207 −6 Playoff
2010 Ai Miyazato 205 −11 2 strokes
2009 M. J. Hur 203 −13 Playoff
2008 Cristie Kerr 203 −13 Playoff
2007 Lorena Ochoa 204 −12 5 strokes
2006 Pat Hurst 206 −10 1 stroke
2005 Soo-Yun Kang 201 −15 4 strokes
2004 Hee-Won Han 207 −9 Playoff
2003 Annika Sörenstam (2) 201 −15 1 stroke
2002 Annika Sörenstam 199 −17 1 stroke
2001 Tournament Cancelled Because of Sept 11 attacks
2000 Mi Hyun Kim 215 −1 Playoff
1999 uli Inkster 207 −9 6 strokes
1998 Danielle Ammaccapane 204 −12 1 stroke
1997 Christa Johnson 206 −10 1 stroke
1996  Dottie Pepper 202 −14 2 strokes
1995 Alison Nicholas 207 −9 1 stroke
1994 Missie McGeorge 207 −9 1 stroke
1993 Donna Andrews 208 −8 1 stroke
1992 Nancy Lopez (3) 209 −7 Playoff
1991 Michelle Estill 208 −8 1 stroke
1990 Patty Sheehan 208 −8 1 stroke
1989 Muffin Spencer-Devlin 214 −2 1 stroke
1988 Betsy King 213 −3 1 stroke
1987 Nancy Lopez 210 −6 1 stroke
1986 Ayako Okamoto 207 −9 6 strokes
1985 Nancy Lopez 215 −1 Playoff
1984 Amy Alcott 212 −4 1 stroke
1983 JoAnne Carner 212 −4 Playoff
Tournament played from 1977 through 1982 as unofficial team event
1982 Sandra Haynie & Kathy McMullen 196 −20 2 strokes
1981 Donna Caponi & Cathy Whitworth 203 −16 Playoff
1980 Donna Caponi & Cathy Whitworth 195 −24 4 strokes
1979 Nancy Lopez & Jo Ann Washam
198 −21 1 stroke
1978 Donna Caponi & Kathy Witworth 203 −16 Playoff
1977 JoAnne Carner & Judy Rankin
202 −17 Playoff
1976 Donna Caponi 217 −2 Playoff
1975 Jo Ann Washam 215 −1 1 stroke
1974  JoAnne Carner 211 −5 2 strokes
1973  Kathy Whitworth 144^ −2 2 strokes
1972 Kathy Whitworth 212 −7 4 strokes

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Monday, August 28, 2017

Solve et Coagula

Solve et coagula is a principle in alchemy that translates to ‘dissolve and coagulate’. It means that something must be broken down before it can be built up, and I think one of its homes resides in thru-hiking.
They say that the beginning of a thru hike is the honeymoon phase – and they say it comes to an end. This is where, for most, the true mettle arises. I’ve been struggling with the end of my honeymoon phase for about a week now. ...

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What I Learned on This Year’s LASH

At the end of every hike, it’s a good idea to look back and reflect about what you learned and resolve to do some things differently next time.

An Observation
When I seriously got into backpacking back in the 70’s, I often observed that I had to be on the trail for a few days before I started to feel like I was truly comfortable there.  In my 20’s it seemed like this transformation took 8 days.   ...

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D+D REAL Czech Masters Past Winners and History—European Tour

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The D+D REAL Czech Masters joined the European Tour schedule for the first time in 2014. It is the first European Tour event in the Czech Republic since 2011.

The Czech Masters is played at the Albatross Golf Resort just outside Prague. It looks like a great venue.

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From the course description:

The golf course occupies an area of more than 80 hectares (197,684 acres) and is situated on a hillside bordering the Cesky kras (Czech Karst) Nature Reserve. With an altitude of 420 metres (1377.95 feet) above sea level it benefits from a micro-climate and enjoys one of the longest golf seasons in central Europe. There are seven lakes on the course covering more than 20,000 square metres, 65 sand traps and more than 1200 newly planted mature trees adorning the landscape.

D+D REAL is a developer of commercial and residential real estate.

A complete list of past Czech Masters Winners follows:

Year Winner Country Score To par Margin of
2016 Paul Peterson United Staets 273 -15 1 stroke
2015 Thomas Pieters  Belgium 268 −20 3 strokes
2014 Jamie Donaldson  Wales 274 −14 2 strokes

 

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Congratulations to These Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers! (Week of 8/28/17)

It’s that time of year again!
Congratulations! Thru-hikers from all over are crossing the finish line. Whether you are a NOBO summiting Katahdin, a SOBO on your way to Springer, or wherever you end as a flip-flopper—we want to see your photos as you complete the accomplishment of a lifetime.
This week we are featuring photos submitted of those of you that have completed your astounding journey by August 28th. We can’t wait to hear your stories! ...

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Our Favorite Backpacking Gear Available at REI’s Labor Day Sale

In case you missed it, REI is running one of their mega-sales, happening now through September 4.
We know gearing up for a long-distance hike will put a dent in your wallet, so we combed through the current sale offerings at REI to find our faves at great prices. So if you’re planning to throw some goodies in the cart, the following items are a good place to start.
In no particular order:
Osprey Exos 58
$165 (originally $220)

This is one of our current favorite backpacks for thru-hikers, ...

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Tour Edge Hot Launch 2 Offset Driver

Tour Edge Hot Launch 2 Offset Driver

If you constantly fight slices off the tee, you might need a driver with more offset. The Tour Edge Hot Launch 2 has a significantly offset hose, as well as a Deep face with variable face thickness for maximum launch speed from more points. A deep center of gravity creates a higher launch and greater forgiveness on off-center contact.

The 460cc head is a titanium forged four piece affair.

Plus, at $170, the price is right.

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Sunday, August 27, 2017

Dell Technologies Championship Winners and History

Dell Technologies Championship Winners

Dell Technologies Winners and Hstory

Part of the PGA Tour’s FedEx Cup playoffs since 2007, the Dell Technologies Championship is held Labor Day Weekend. Unlike other PGA Tour Tournaments, it ends on Monday to take advantage of that holiday. It’s played at the Tournament Players Club of Boston in Norton, Mass. Dell takes over sponsorship from Deutschebank in 2017.

Qualifying for the tournament are the top 100 players in the FedEx Cup points list.

Deutsche Bank Championship Past Winners
Year Player Country Score To par
2016 Rory McIlroy (2) Northern Ireland 67-67-67-68=269 -15
2015 Rickie Fowler United States 67-67-67-68=269 -15
2014 Chris Kirk United States 73-66-64-66=269 -15
2013 Henrik Stenson Sweden 67-63-66-66=262 -22
2012 Rory McIlroy N. Ireland 65-65-67-67=264 -20
2011 Webb Simpson  United States 69-68-67-65=269 -15
2010 Charley Hoffman  United States 64-67-69-62=262 -22
2009 Steve Stricker  United States 63-72-65-67=267 -17
2008 Vijay Singh  Fiji 64-66-69-63=262 -22
2007 Phil Mickelson  United States 70-64-68-66=268 -16
2006 Tiger Woods  United States 66-72-67-63=268 -16
2005 Olin Browne  United States 68-65-70-67=270 -14
2004 Vijay Singh  Fiji 68-63-68-69=268 -16
2003 Adam Scott  Australia 69-62-67-66=264 -20

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Pie On The Continental Divide Trail – Weeks Four, Five and Six

So there’s lot of reasons I haven’t uploaded a new post from the CDT in a while. Some valid and some not. Anyway here’s my nightly scribbles from weeks 4,5 and 6.
Day 20 Started at 6 am, we all wanted to get to Helena as quickly as possible. A chilly eight mile road walk got us to the highway, 20 minutes later we were riding in the back of a pickup truck into town. We found ourselves a tasty breakfast at a Casino/Diner before heading to our motel for the next couple of nights. ...

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Reddeman Farms’ Clubhouse Burns To Ground

Stand Your Ground

After committing to backpacking for months at a time, the next step is announcing it to family and friends. It's important to prepare yourself for their reactions and to know WHY you're doing this hike.

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Vuelta a Espana 2017: Chris Froome wins stage nine to extend overall lead

Team Sky man powers away from rivals on Puig Llorenca climb

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Discouraged. Discouraged. Discouraged.

Okay, it’s been so long since I’ve blogged. There are a few reasons for this but the MAIN reason for this is because: i have been evaluating and re-evaluating my relationship with social media, so much. So so much. Do you ever think about how strange it is that my generation specifically is OBSESSED with posting photos of ourselves? Also, so much of my life is wasted away on my phone… mindless scrolling. So, I have decided that when I am done with my hike I am deleting my Instagram. ...

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Saturday, August 26, 2017

Slugs, Bugs, and Rocky Times

I’m writing this post after my first shower in a week. This is the cutest Hostel I’ve stayed in since The Notch Hostel in North Woodstock NH. After doing laundry in a bucket a week ago (everything still smelled afterwards unfortunately) and with an added crunch to my socks, you could say I’m jumping up and down with joy to be here.
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Vuelta a Espana 2017: Chris Froome gains time as Julian Alaphilippe wins stage eight

Red jersey and resurgent Alberto Contador gain time on rivals

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Since I quit… what I do & don’t miss

26 Aug 2017
Its been two weeks since I left the trail. It has been refreshing and relaxing. However, I never thought I’d say this, BUT…
…I miss it…trail life that is!
While I do miss the AT, here’s my short list of what I don’t miss.
I don’t miss…

the pain in my knees (they still hurt, but not an every step kind of hurt).
being dripping wet from sweat all day.
putting on wet clothes EVERY morning. ...

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Carleton by Censorio – Burnaby Heights

Carleton by Censorio is the next new development to come to the popular Burnaby Heights neighbourhood.  With all the shops, services, easy access to downtown Vancouver, SFU and the North Shore, you can see why people choose to live in Burnaby Heights. Carleton is a small boutique building which will feature only  28 units comprised of 1 and 2 bedroom conods. These homes will range in size from 591 to 1119 square feet.

 

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The trail is in me now – thoughts from a thruhiker

I am home.
The hike is over. Readjusting is hard. I am like an empty shell. I am not here. My mind is still out there. Out there on the trail. The PCT.

Pacific Crest Trail.
Two years ago I read about it. A wilderness trail that runs the entire length of California, Oregon and Washington, along the spine of the Sierra Nevada and Cascade mountain ranges. Imagine that.

Once I learned of the PCT ‘s existence I simply could not stop imagining it. ...

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Golf GPS or Laser rangefinders: Which is the best for you?

Golf GPS or Laser rangefinders: Which is the best for you?

by Dominic J.Leon

In the hot debate of golf GPS vs. laser rangefinders, we forget the days we looked for sprinklers and counted steps on the golf course. Walking in a weird imitation of Egyptian dance we measured incorrect meters and wrote off bad shots to luck. Fortunately, we have come a long way. Both the GPS and laser rangefinding devices have made leaps of development towards accuracy and speed. We explain how they fare against each other so you can sort your priorities as a golfer and choose the right device. Golf rangefinders are like your caddies, important to your comfort and game strategy.

Laser sharp?

Golf laser rangefinders are laser guns that shoot a ray towards the intended target and receive the reflected ray. Based on the velocity of the laser and the time taken for the ray to travel, the distance is calculated. You need to point the laser at a visible target to get distances.

Advantages:

Accuracy: Accuracy is one area where laser rangefinders are hard to beat. They give you the correct distance up to one yard or less. The best golf rangefinders will give you distances down to millimeters in the 500-yard distance provided you aim at the correct object.

Tournament Legality: This is one of their biggest advantages. There’s no doubt anywhere that laser rangefinders are legal in tournaments. Some of the newer products like Bushnell Tour X have a removable faceplate. One faceplate gives you slope-adjusted distances. Switching to the regular faceplate will give you tournament-legal distances.

Anytime use: Laser rangefinder does not depend on GPS or any external factor. You can whip it out at any course, aim and get the distance. And since you are getting the current distance, there’s no room for error even if the course has been modified.

No cost of use: Laser rangefinders give you the accurate current distances on all golf courses without any subscription fee or tedious registration process.

Instant use: You can use the laser rangefinder right out of the bag as soon as you arrive at the course. You don’t have to worry about the wrong course being recognized or wait for GPS satellites to lock.

Disadvantages:

Cost: Lasers apparatus is not cheap. A good laser rangefinder will cost you more than $200. There are high-performing cheaper rangefinders like TecTecTec VPRO 500 which are cheaper. But you have to be careful about their durability.

User error: If you have butter fingers, holding the laser rangefinders straight long enough to get the distances right may be difficult. And you have to aim at the correct object which might have distractions behind it. Thankfully, the best laser rangefinders are swift today and they have modes to pinpoint target from the object behind them.

Line of Sight(LOS): The target has to be line-of-sight to find the distance using laser rangefinders. Some hazards may be out of sight.

Size: These are more cumbersome compared to the golf GPS. You have to carry them in their separate bags. The newer models are lightweight and compact but not as much GPS handhelds.

Handling: The laser apparatus of laser rangefinders and the lens are fragile. You need to be careful not to damage them.

Golf GPS conundrum

Golf GPS devices use the GPS technology to find the distance between your current location and the greens, hazards or other points. They either come pre-loaded with the golf course maps or they have to be updated for receiving these distances.

Advantages:

Ease of operation: If the golf course is loaded on the golf GPS, you need only look at the screen for distances. There’s no aiming and no possibility of error by the golfer. Most of the best golf GPS come with 30,000+ worldwide courses pre-loaded.

Instant distances:  You don’t need to wait around for the distances. As you move to the next hole, auto hole recognition feature advances your position on the virtual course and updates the distances.

Variety: Gold GPS rangefinders come as handhelds, watches and voice clip-ons. You even have smartphone GPS apps that work free of cost to give you distances on the course.

Size: Although golf GPS comes in all shapes and sizes, even the golf GPS handhelds are very handy. Golf watches are as small as normal watches and can be worn on your wrist. Modern golf handhelds resemble smartphones. Golf voice devices weigh only 1-2ounces and can be clipped to your hat or belt.

No LOS: Line of Sight is not required to measure distances. Golf GPS finds the yardage based on pinpointing your current GPS location on its stored course maps and calculating distance. But the GPS devices  must have the feature to measure any distance or hazard distances.

Price: Golf GPS rangefinders are available in a wide price range from the simple Garmin S2 to weapon-grade Garmin G8. They pack more features than laser rangefinders for the price.

Features: Golf GPS devices don’t just tell the distances. They have training aids, shot tracking feature, timers, odometers, club selection tools, distances to hazards/doglegs, alarms and any number of such features.

Disadvantages:

Tournament-legality: This is the thorn in the side of golf GPS enthusiasts. They are allowed only in the tournaments where the Local Rule applies. The popularity of golf GPS have made them more acceptable around tournaments but they are not nearly as legal as the laser rangefinders.

Course maps: You need the course map of your golf course to be stored in the GPS device for yardages. You cannot use them otherwise. Laser rangefinders can be whipped out and used anywhere. If the course is modified and the course map is not updated in the database, this also could be an issue.

Electronic errors: Golf GPS performance is sometimes marred by electronic errors. Course recognition might not work, holes may not be updated, distances may be incorrect out of turn. Usually, an update solves the issue but it can be annoying.

Subscription: Some golf GPS brands demand subscription fees to update your course maps or expand the course database.

 

 

Author Bio

I am Dominic J.Leon.  At my website ubergolf.net, we provide holistic literature towards the development of your golf career. We have all the information you need to bring your A-game to the golf course. We will arm you with comprehensive knowledge about all things golf, from the Best golf GPS watches to All about Indoor golf. We specialize in buying guides, reviews, how-to tips and golf nutrition tips. If you would like to learn and grow with us as a golfer, do follow us on our website.

 

 

 

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Friday, August 25, 2017

Salisbury South – Port Coquitlam Townhomes

After quickly selling out Salisbury Walk and Salisbury Lane, Macleans Homes is ready to bring their newest  townhomes development to Port Coquitlam.  Salisbury South is a new townhouse development will be centrally located at 2145 Prairie Avenue, Port Coquitlam, This boutique collection of townhomes will feature the same quality, comfort and privacy as their first two Salisbury projects, all nestled in a quiet residential neighbourhood of west Port Coquitlam.

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A Cold August Round

I was first out today at The Medalist in Marshall, Michigan. I teed off at 6:50 just as the sun came up.

The temperature while I was on the first hole was 43 degrees. I was in shorts, but kept my sweatshirt on until the seventh hole.  My hands were actually cold, and I wished that I had my push cart mitts. I never imagined that I’d need them in August. The end of September perhaps, but August?

On the seventh, it was warm enough to switch to a vest. By the twelfth, I shed the vest. The Medalist is a fairly vigorous walk, so I was actually more than warm enough at that point.

Forty three is ten degrees lower than the average for this time of year.

My round on Thursday wasn’t much better:

My tee time at Calderone Golf Club on Thursday was a half hour later, and had the sun was up. That may account for the slightly higher temperature.

 

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And with that, Oregon is complete.

We're in love with Oregon. Thank you to the green tunnel for one of our favorite two weeks on trail. Onward to Washington, less than 500 miles to go!

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Mile 1565.9 – Mile 1747.7

Mile 1580.5
This morning I walked 2.5 to the town of Dalton, MA. I headed straight for the coffee shop for a breakfast sandwich, muffin, and a coffee.
While I was sitting there, publishing a new blog post, I ran into a couple friends I hadnt seen in a bit. We ended up going down the street to a tavern for lunch.
Since I stayed in town longer than I planned for, I didnt get as far as I wanted to today. ...

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More Whites and Mt Washington (Aug 8)

Beautiful views again today from up on Webster Cliffs.  I could look back and find Franconia Ridge, where I’d been only a couple days before.  It is always impressive to see a couple days’ worth of hiking stretch out behind you.

As I hiked higher up into the cliffs, I could see we would soon literally by hiking up into swirling fog and clouds.  Misty trail again, with some tough rock climbs.  On this day I was hiking near two middle aged thru hiker women.  ...

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What’s Your Fitness Bar When You’re 50-Plus?

If you’re 50-plus, and someone asks you to go on a three-day, 45-mile hike, what do you say? I hope you can say, “YES, I’m coming.” I hope you feel the excitement and anticipation of being outdoors, away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, away from traffic noise, to let your whole being absorb the rhythm of the natural world for a while. To watch the eagles soar over a river in a roadless area, ...

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Amusing Moments on The Whites (Aug 7)

This day was full of amusing moments.  I started hiking from Galehead Hut with Watchless, until I took a break and she went on ahead.  I hiked on to a fork in the trail where I could see a beautiful bald area on a mountain ahead, but the AT did not lead there (side trail off Mt Guyot).  I started to continue on the AT with another thru hiker, but when I realized the trail did not lead to the bald, ...

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The Man Behind the Claimed AT FKT: Dan “Knotts” Binde

Dan “Knotts” Binde claims to have set the self-supported AT speed record on July 19th. After his SPOT device broke on him, he struggled to confirm the record. FKT judges are compiling evidence to get to the bottom of his claim. I took the opportunity to sit down with him and get inside his head for before he set off for the Sierras to complete his calendar year triple.
Q: When did you first get into thru-hiking? ...

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Franconia Ridge (August 6)

After a rainy rest day in Lincoln, NH, I feel more than ready to get back to the trail today.  On the ride there, other hikers and I peer up at the thick clouds and wonder.  We look up and say things like, “Supposed to be nice today…” and “It’ll clear! ”  We’re all hoping especially hard for clear weather and nice views today.  It’s one thing to hike through rain in the middle of the forest, ...

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Vuelta a Espana 2017: break succeeds again as Matej Mohoric wins stage seven and Chris Froome stays in red

Simon Yates out of top ten after Jetse Bol climbs to seventh from breakaway

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Ribble SL with Shimano Ultegra R8000 – first look

British brand’s lightest frame sports Shimano’s new R8000 Ultegra groupset

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I Get High With a Little Help From My Friends

I haven’t yet read Bill Bryson’s book about hiking the Appalachian Trail, but I have to assume he didn’t hike much in southern Maine or New Hampshire. I say this because he chose to title his book “A Walk in the Woods”  and I haven’t seen much trail here that qualifies as “walking,” indeed on my most bitter and cynical days I’d hesitate to refer to some of this with the label of “hiking.” Maybe “Beaten Senseless by Rocks in the Woods” doesn’t sell as many books as a title. ...

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Golf Alarm Clock

Golf Alarm Clock

Ridiculous Golf Item of the Week

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Thursday, August 24, 2017

The Morrison Townhomes – North Vancouver

The Morrison Townhomes by Creo Developments and Haebler Group is scheduled to complete in 2019. Located at 643 East 3rd Street, North Vancouver in the newly revamped and rezoned Moodyville neighbourhood just east of the lower Lonsdale corridor. Set for construction are 40 townhome units in 5 buildings, all with their own front door. These units will consist of a mix of 1 and 2+ bedroom garden flats and 2-4+ bedroom townhomes some with rooftop decks. Each home will have a lovely outdoor space and most will have an amazing view to downtown, Stanley park and the north shore mountains.

 

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Juneau – Brentwood – By Amacon

Juneau by Amacon, located at 2285 Willingdon Ave, is next new development coming to Brentwood.   Juneau will be a 24 storey concrete building consisting of 147 1, 2, & 3 bedroom condos, as well as 5 Townhomes along the podium. Each architecturally unique home will feature large balconies!

Juneaus’ amenities will include  a gym, yoga studio, game room, and access to the rooftop deck.

To be kept up to date on Juneau by Amacon and would like to receive floor-plans  as they’re released please register with us, and we will keep you up-to-date!

 

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Beltology Leather Belt Review

Beltology Leather Belt Review

Beltology Leather Belt Review

Beltology Leather Belt
Grade A
Teacher’s Comments: Sharp looking and comfortable

Beltology makes a nice line of flexible woven fabric and leather belts. I have previously reviewed one of  Beltology’s fabric belts and they graciously sent one of their leather line for consideration.

The woven leather belt is very sharp-looking, and just the thing for a day at the office followed by a round of golf. The belt stretches and flexes nicely with movement, and yet remains taut enough to hold up a pair of pants. Even better: because of the weave, there are no preset holes. You simply poke the tab through the belt at whatever length is appropriate.

The belt is around 1.25 inches wide and is 0.2 inches thick. The buckle is brushed nickel.

The belts are made in New York City.

I was worried at first that the leather, which appears to be wrapped around elastic cord, would fray and start to separate upon extended use. I have another woven belt that — after a few months wear — began to fray and “unweave.” Thus, I delayed this Beltology review until I could get several months of wear to see what would happen.

The verdict: after much use, the belt still appears new. The photo above was taken, not when when I received the Beltology belt, but after several months of wear and tear. Very impressive.

If you are like me, and of the opinion that no adult male should leave the house without a belt, then I highly recommend the Beltology products. If you are the sort who finds yourself adjusting your belt several times a day, then I highly recommend the Beltology products. And if you just want a good looking belt, then I highly recommend the beltology products.

The Beltology Leather Belt Review was first published August 24, 2017 on GolfBlogger.Com, a golf and golf-lifestyle blog.

 

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To My Body, An Apology

I understand that this letter is long overdue. I thought that giving you three weeks of space and time away would help with the healing, but now I see that you’re still hurting, still protesting the rest of this journey we are on together. You used to be so optimistic back in the beginning, even when times were hard. But I know it was me that pushed you.
So I’m sorry, okay? I really am. I’m sorry for buying shoes that were too small, ...

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Vuelta a Espana 2017: Tomasz Marczynski wins stage six as Chris Froome stays in red jersey

Second-place Tejay van Garderen loses time after crashes

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Gear Review: Spy Optic Allure Sunglasses

Spy Optic Allure Sunglasses
MSRP: $100-150, depending on options
Materials: 100% UV-protected polycarbonate lenses, Grimalid frame
Overview

I have a bad track record with sunglasses. If I don’t lose them in record-setting time, I break them in a variety of creative ways. Losing sunglasses is my own fault, but finding a durable, Maggie-proof pair could potentially solve my other issues. These tough shades have lived up to the hype. They’re burly, durable, and comfortable for everything I’d done outside this summer.  ...

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Happy Trials and Keep on Trekking

It has been a pleasure and an honor to be part of The Trek team. I feel part of the (elite) Appalachian Trials/The Trek cyber community.

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Is your power meter really telling you what you think it is?

Scientific study reveals significant discrepancies between data output and actual power - but what does it all actually mean?

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Why Every Hiker Should Take A Wilderness First Aid C​ourse

For most ultralight hikers, first aid kits are pretty minimal – often containing nothing more than a few bandaids, a couple doses of vitamin-I, a pair of tweezers, and maybe a bottle of Goldbond. Although light, 90% of the time this kit is more than adequate.

This is because for many of us, accidents in the backcountry fall under the “what are the odds something like that would happen to me” ​category, but this ​way of thinking comes with risks. ...

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Belvedere Golf Club Celebrates 95 Years of History

Leather Bound Golf Log

 

Leather Golf Log

I am not disciplined enough to sit down and write notes on every round I play. But if you’re that sort of person, or if you know that sort of person, this just might be a good gift.

 

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3 Ways to Childproof Windows at Home

Children’s curiosity pushes them to try out new things and explore new places. As a parent, you have to ensure their safety by childproofing your entire home. Here, you’ll find the best tips in making your windows much safer for the kids.

Image Source: Flickr

Securely Anchor Curtains and Drapes
When toddlers first learn to walk, they tend to use things around them to pull themselves up. This makes long drapes susceptible to tugs, and if they are not securely anchored to the wall, the result can be disastrous.

Make sure your curtain rod is securely fastened to its wall mount brackets, not just resting on them. If these brackets are not attached to studs, be sure to use hollow wall anchors. Another option is to simply switch up your décor and hang shorter drapes until your child gets a bit older. Source: Omaha

Keep the Cord Out of Reach

  • Do not place any cribs, beds, or furniture close to any windows because children can climb on them and gain access to the cords.
  • Make sure to make all loose cords inaccessible and keep all window cords out of the reach of children at all times. If you have tasseled pull cords short, make sure to keep them as short as possible, and permanently anchor any continuous-loop cords to the floor or wall.
  • Lock cords into position when lowering horizontal coverings or shades to prevent inner-cord hazards.
  • If the window shade has looped bead chains or nylon cords, install tension devices to keep the cord taut. Source: TheSpruce

Don’t Leave the Window Open
Lock your windows. Many windows have built-in locks you can latch shut with a key to prevent the window from opening. If your windows have keys built-in, this is your best option for baby proofing your windows. If your windows do not have keys, however, use another method. Installing keys is costly and time-consuming and it’s far easier to use an alternative window locking method. Source: WikiHow

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New dare2b leaders’ jerseys for 2017 OVO Energy Tour of Britain

All jerseys available to buy from dare2b, including souvenir edition

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Rapha Pro Team Flyweight jersey – review

Rapha’s lightest jersey proves to be the king of cool, but it’s not flawless

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Wednesday, August 23, 2017

Made In Denmark Golf Tournament Winners and History – European Tour

The Made In Denmark tournament debuted in 2014. The inaugural winner was Marc Warren of Scotland.

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The Himmerland Golf & Spa Resort’s Backtree course is a 7,033 yard par 71.

 

Made In Denmark Winners

Year Winner Country Score To par Margin
2016 Thomas Pieters Belgium 267 -17 1 stroke
2015 David Horsey  England 271 −13 2 strokes
2014 Marc Warren  Scotland 275 −9 2 strokes
Made In Denmark European Tour golf tournament winners.

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Seltzer Wins Michigan PGA Professional Championship

Hike your own hike so you can be the last one to Katahdin and win!

I’m sure you’ve heard the saying hike your own hike hundreds of times. And if you haven’t, you will.
A lot of thru-hikers use the term in the beginning as excuses for their choices. Like when I decided to do a sunrise hike up to Clingman’s dome and some other thru hikers decided they didn’t want to wake up at 4am with me. I just said I was gonna hike my own hike and I’d meet them in town later that day. ...

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Addressing The Troops …

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Examining the Thru-Hiker Dropout Rate: Survey Results

Ever since Zach Davis wrote Appalachian Trials and started the blog that became The Trek, our purpose has been to help long-distance backpackers reach their goals. In the past, our surveys have focused on identifying the optimal gear choices for Appalachian Trail (AT) thru-hikers. This year, for the first time, we conducted a separate survey on illness, injury, and reasons long-distance hikers drop out before their intended finish point. One hundred and forty-one hikers told us about their experiences. ...

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BroBasket Review

BroBasket Review

The BroBasket
Grade: C+
Teacher’s Comments: A nice idea for people with more money than time.

The basic idea behind all gift baskets is the same. A company puts together some themed items in a container of some sort, saving the gift-giver the time required to do the job themselves. They are always a trade-off between time and money. I rather like gift baskets, and will often send baskets from one of several Michigan-based companies laden with locally made products.

BroBasket offers a gift basket service with selections that presumably will appeal to men (and to the more seriously minded woman). Starting with the choice of an alcoholic beverage (various beers, spirits and wines), the baskets add things like glassware, whisky stones, snacks, golf balls, cigars, and even limes for the Moscow Mule pack.

Depending upon the basket contents, prices run from $50 to $200 plus shipping.

The BroBasket I received for review contained a bottle of wine, a pack of whisky stones, a divot tool, a sleeve of balls, two marker-and-tee-match-style packs and a towel. It was honestly a bit underwhelming one I unpacked it; under the shrink, it looked like there was a lot more within. Lots of what was in box was paper Easter Basket grass.

I can’t find that particular combination on their website so I don’t know how it would compare to collecting the stuff yourself. I do know that it is not legal for private individuals to send alcoholic beverages through the mail, so sending something like that needs to be left to companies with the proper paperwork, such as BroBasket.

One small annoyance was that everything in the Brobasket was stuck together with tiny bits of hot glue. I suppose that it’s necessary for everything to arrive looking nice, but it was annoying to take apart, and I tore the wine label trying to remove it.

All that said, I think it would be nice to receive one of these as a gift — especially one of the packages with whisky, or bourbon, cigars and glassware. Every guy I know would like to get one of these. But as a gift-giver, I think you need to carefully consider the money versus time equation.

The BroBasket Review was based on a package sent by BroBasket for evaluation in July 2017.

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Yo, it’s on

Last March, my sister sent me a link via Facebook to a book about the Appalachian Trail and the message “2020 yo it’s on.” The book was Hiking Through: One man’s journey to peace and freedom on the Appalachian Trail by Paul Stutzman, and her message proposed we for real do something we had talked about for years – hike the length of the AT.

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Three-Minute Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike [Watch]

I walked behind Waterboy for 142 days as we thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail from Maine to Georgia. On (almost) every one of those days, I took a picture. If you’ve ever wondered what it might look like to walk 2,189 miles down the east coast of the United States…here’s your chance to do it in under four minutes 🙂

Thanks for joining! Can you tell when we crossed state lines from the landscape/seasonal changes throughout the video? ...

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Vuelta a Espana 2017: Alexey Lutsenko wins stage five as Chris Froome extends lead

Breakaway succeeds, while first summit finish of this year's race shakes up GC

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Student Success at Scale

There is a lot of energy and money going into solving the problem of delivering a more personalized learning experience for students. While learning and cognitive research validate this direction in education, many are still struggling to find a way to use technology in service of teachers rather than as a replacement for teachers.  A part of the issue is the vast number of scenarios involved in a “personalized” experience for students and teachers in so many educational contexts. For those trying to tackle this issue, instead of reshaping and redefining the problem for the extensive use cases, why not look at what is currently being done at scale and is working?

In 2016, Carnegie Learning, the University of Memphis, and Tutor.com, supported by the Advanced Distributed Learning initiative of the U.S. Department of Defense, joined together to better understand the relationships among college students, Intelligent Tutoring Systems (ITS), and human tutoring.  So far, the study led by Carnegie Learning involves two scaled systems that have already been shown to deliver results in student persistence. Results show that students who take advantage of human tutoring are struggling and often frustrated, but more likely to complete a course and persist (Ritter, Fancsali, Berman, and Yudelson, 2016). The story told by this study of struggling, frustrated students is familiar to both K-12 and higher education institutions, but for students not taking advantage of the adaptive and human tutoring learning environment the story often ends with them dropping out of high school or not further pursing their education. So what is in this learning environment that is leading to a happier ending of persistence?

Carnegie Learning’s MikaTM creates the personalized learning path for the student through the use of assessments and adaptive learning technologies. Technologies like MikaTM can track areas of weakness, provide opportunities for practice and immediate feedback, and it can be adaptive – raising or lowering the difficulty level based upon student choice of answers. But the human element is essential to understand student frustration or motivational challenges, or the concepts that the student is missing as he or she works their way through the exercises. Tutors can help students navigate the work path, cheerlead along the way, and coach through the tough parts of the learning journey. Tutor.com tutors deliver that human touch by adhering to learning research that is situated in an online tutoring context. Essentially they use good pedagogy for each individual student.

Tutors are able to simultaneously focus on ways to address student persistence and motivation while meeting the student where they are in their learning to determine a pathway to success. Tutors can deliver this student experience because they have the pedagogical content knowledge of their subject to be adaptive to individual student needs. Together, MikaTM and the tutors provide students with a safe place to fail and thrive, which is the cycle of learning.

So what can be learned from this study and the relationship among students, ITS, and human tutors and possibly generalized to the plethora of scenarios that exist? Educators alone cannot personalize for every individual student in every course which is why services like Tutor.com are such a valuable supplement to the work of the teacher and to the work of adaptive learning software. Tutor.com tutors work at scale—serving thousands of students each week, in over 50 subjects. Each student brings to the online classroom his or her own frustration or desire to expand knowledge, particular challenges to understanding concepts, individual learning style, mindset and level of confidence.  Tutors used to working with this span of issues, and available when needed, are able to use their extensive experience with this breadth of pedagogical challenges to effectively support and enhance the work of both teachers and self-directed software. Given this breadth of experiences, perhaps we should try to better understand the pedagogy essential for teachers to interact with adaptive learning technologies and how to build the pedagogical content knowledge of teachers in physical classrooms to leverage the technology. If the technologies are to work in service of teachers, then we should focus on the knowledge and tools teachers need to best leverage this technology.

 

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Seventeen signs you’re addicted to Strava

How many of these tell-tale symptoms do you exhibit?

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Nine of the best bib shorts for 2017

After a new set of bib shorts? We've picked out our favourites...

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Atlantic Worldmaster 1888 GMT Watch

Atlantic worldmaster GMT

 

Atlantic Worldmaster 1888 GMT Watch

The Atlantic Worldmaster 1888 GMT watch features a red tipped fourth hand that keeps military hours. With that, it is easy to track time in a second time zone.

Brand, Seller, or Collection Name Atlantic
Part Number 52756.41.65S
Item Shape Round
Dial window material type Anti reflective sapphire
Display Type Analog
Case material Stainless steel
Case diameter 42 millimeters
Case Thickness 11.70
Band Material Leather
Band Color Black
Dial color Black
Movement Automatic self wind
Water resistant depth 50 Meters

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Ritchey WCS Apex II 38 carbon clincher wheelset – review

Quality top-line, mid-section, tubeless-ready carbon clincher wheelset that generally impresses across the board

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Tuesday, August 22, 2017

Finger Lakes Trail: First 3 Days

I apologize for the giant gap in time from my last post to this one. I don’t really have an excuse —just life, I guess — but I wanted to finish up writing about the FLT because the trail will catch someone else’s eye and maybe this will add a little more insight to posts that are far and few between.
Day 1
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Seven ways to have fun (and not die) on Vermont’s Long Trail

The Long Trail is North America’s oldest established long distance hiking trail. It’s a beauty to behold with many a beaver pond and serene lake, ski slopes with gorgeous views, flowing cold rivers, and several bald, rocky summits where you can see the Adirondacks to the west and the White mountains to the east. It’s also known in the hiking world as one of the most rugged trails to conquer.This past summer my hiking bestie Click! ...

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Muir, Haughton Share Lead In Michigan PGA

This Week’s Top Instagram Photos from the #AppalachianTrail

Ladies, gentlemen, and hiker trash- it has returned.  We are pleased to reintroduce one of our all time favorite series- the top Instagram posts from the Appalachian Trail.
Each week, we peruse all of the wonderful pictures from Instagram using the hashtag #TrektheAT and #AppalachianTrail and select a few of the best to highlight for your viewing pleasure!
This week we take a look at photos snapped between 08/16/17 – 08/22/17.

If you would like your picture to be included, ...

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Forest Dunes: Best Public Golf Course In Michigan?

Yoyoing…but not that kind of yoyoing.

Usually, in thruhiking culture, a “yoyo” refers to a hike that traverses the length of a trail and then, upon reaching the end of the trail, the hiker turns around and hikes the entire length of the trail again, going in the opposite direction.
For this hiker, yoyoing is a little different.
When your body tells you, “Something’s gotta give”
I am home. Again.
I felt pretty good leaving last Thursday to get back on the Trail. ...

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Vuelta a Espana 2017: Matteo Trentin sprints to stage four win

QuickStep Floors claim second victory in three days as Chris Froome retains red jersey

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Hutchinson Fusion 5 Performance tyre – review

Fast, light and versatile tyres featuring Hutchinson's impressive new 11Storm compound

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Pennsylvania: The Land of Rocks, Rain and Radical Decisions

Because really, who likes being alone for weeks on end. Friends are fun!

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Winco Foods Portland Open Winners and History

Portland Open Winners

 

Winco Foods Portland Open Winners and History

The Winco Foods Portland Open is a tournament on the Web.Com tour that dates to  2014. It is played on the Witch Hollow Course at Pumpkin Ridge.

Winco Foods is a Portland, Oregon based supermarket chain that is majority-employee owned.

A list of Portland Open winners follows:

Winco Foods Portland Open Winners

Year Winner Country Score To par Margin
WinCo Foods Portland Open presented by Kraft Heinz
2017
2016 Ryan Brehm  United States 269 −15 1 stroke
2015 Dicky Pride  United States 264 −20 3 strokes
WinCo Foods Portland Open presented by Kraft
2014 Carlos Ortiz  Mexico 270 −14 1 stroke

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Canadian Pacific Women’s Open Winners and History

Canadian Pacific LogoThe Canadian Pacific Women’s Open has been Canada’s national championship tournament since its founding in 1973. Over the years, it has been known by a variety of names:

1973: La Canadienne
1974–1983: Classique Peter Jackson Classic
1984–1987: Classique du Maurier Classic
1988–2000: du Maurier Ltd Classic, Classique du Maurier Ltée
2001–2002: Bank of Montreal Canadian Women’s Open, Omnium canadien féminin Banque de Montréal
2003–2005: BMO Financial Group Canadian Women’s Open, Omnium canadien féminin BMO Groupe financier
2006–2013: CN Canadian Women’s Open, Omnium canadien féminin CN
2014–Present: Canadian Pacific Women’s Open, Omnium féminin Canadien Pacifique

Considered one of the LPGA’s majors from 1979 to 2000, the Canadian Pacific Women’s Open was eclipsed when the LPGA decided to instead include the Women’s British Open. The Women’s British Open was a major on the Ladies European Tour and including it on the LPGA list gave the tours one common major. Today, both tours recognize the Women’s British Open and the Evian Championship. The Ladies European Tour does not sanction any of the US-based majors.

For the first six years, the tournament was 54 holes

In 2012, Lydia Ko made history by becoming the youngest winner of an LPGA Tour event. She was fifteen years, four months. She is also only the fifth amateur — and the first in more than forty years — to win an LPGA Tour event. She defended tah twin as an amateur in 2013.

A complete list of Canadian Pacific Women’s Open Winners follows:

Canadian Pacific Women's Open Winners

Year Champion Country Score To par Tournament Location
2016 Arya Jutanugarn Thailand 265 -23 Priddis Greens Golf & Country Club (Calgary, AB)
2015 Lydia Ko (3)  New Zealand 276 −12 Vancouver Golf Club, (Coquitlam, BC)
2014 Ryu So-yeon  South Korea 265 −23 London Hunt and Country Club (London, ON)
2013 Lydia Ko (a) (2)  New Zealand 265 −15 Royal Mayfair Golf Club, (Edmonton, AB)
2012 Lydia Ko (a)  New Zealand 275 −13 Vancouver Golf Club, (Coquitlam, BC)[4]
2011 Brittany Lincicome  United States 275 −13 Hillsdale Golf & Country Club, (Mirabel, QC)[5]
2010 Michelle Wie  United States 276 −12 St. Charles Country Club, (Winnipeg, MB)
2009 Suzann Pettersen  Norway 269 −15 Priddis Greens Golf & Country Club (Calgary, AB)
2008 Katherine Hull  Australia 277 −11 Ottawa Hunt and Golf Club (Ottawa, ON)
2007 Lorena Ochoa  Mexico 268 −16 Royal Mayfair Golf Club (Edmonton, AB)
2006 Cristie Kerr  United States 276 −12 London Hunt and Country Club (London, ON)
2005 Meena Lee  South Korea 279 −9 Glen Arbour Golf Course (Halifax, NS)
2004 Meg Mallon (3)  United States 270 −18 Legends on the Niagara (Niagara Falls, ON)
2003 Beth Daniel  United States 276 −13 Point Grey Golf & Country Club (Vancouver, BC)
2002 Meg Mallon (2)  United States 284 −4 Summerlea Golf and Country Club (Montreal, QC)
2001 Annika Sörenstam  Sweden 272 −16 Angus Glen Golf Club (Markham, ON)
2000 Meg Mallon  United States 282 −6 Royal Ottawa Golf Club (Gatineau, QC)
1999 Karrie Webb  Australia 277 −11 Priddis Greens Golf & Country Club (Calgary, AB)
1998 Brandie Burton (2)  United States 270 −18 Essex Golf & Country Club (Windsor, ON)
1997 Colleen Walker  United States 278 −14 Glen Abbey Golf Course (Oakville, ON)
1996 Laura Davies  England 277 −11 Edmonton Country Club (Edmonton, AB)
1995 Jenny Lidback  Peru/Sweden 280 −8 Beaconsfield Golf Club (Beaconsfield, QC)
1994 Martha Nause  United States 279 −9 Ottawa Hunt and Golf Club (Ottawa, ON)
1993 Brandie Burton  United States 277 −11PO London Hunt Club (London, ON)
1992 Sherri Steinhauer  United States 277 −11 St. Charles Country Club (Winnipeg, MB)
1991 Nancy Scranton  United States 279 −9 Vancouver Golf Club (Coquitlam, BC)
1990 Cathy Johnston  United States 276 −16 Westmount Golf and Country Club (Kitchener, ON)
1989 Tammie Green  United States 279 −9 Beaconsfield Golf Club (Beaconsfield, QC)
1988 Sally Little  United States 279 −9 Vancouver Golf Club (Coquitlam, BC)
1987 Jody Rosenthal  United States 272 −16 Islesmere Golf Club (Laval, QC)
1986 Pat Bradley (3)  United States 276 −12PO Board of Trade Country Club (Woodbridge, ON)
1985 Pat Bradley (2)  United States 278 −10 Beaconsfield Golf Club (Beaconsfield, QC)
1984 Juli Inkster  United States 279 −9 St. George's Golf and Country Club (Toronto, ON)
1983 Hollis Stacy  United States 277 −11 Beaconsfield Golf Club (Beaconsfield, QC)
1982 Sandra Haynie  United States 280 −8 St. George's Golf and Country Club (Toronto, ON)
1981 Jan Stephenson  Australia 278 −10 Summerlea Golf & Country Club (Vaudreuil-Dorion, QC)
1980 Pat Bradley  United States 277 −15 St. George's Golf and Country Club (Toronto, ON)
1979 Amy Alcott  United States 285 −7 Richelieu Valley Golf Club (Sainte-Julie, QC)
1978 JoAnne Carner (2)  United States 278 −14 St. George's Golf and Country Club
1977 Judy Rankin  United States 212 −4 Lachute Golf Club
1976 Donna Caponi  United States 212 −4PO Cedar Brae Golf & Country Club
1975 JoAnne Carner  United States 214 −5PO St. George's Golf and Country Club
1974 Carole Jo Skala  United States 208 −11 Candiac Golf Club
1973 Jocelyne Bourassa  Canada 214 −5PO Montreal Municipal Golf Club
Past Winners of the Canadian Pacific Women's Open

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