Archive for category Sports and Games
How I spent my father’s day
Posted by admin in Sports and Games on September 29th, 2009
So there I was thinking my family forgot father’s day once again!!! What was I to do? It was my day should I just get up and head for the hills? Early that afternoon I was working out in the shed when my wife text me to come into the house for lunch. As I got to the back door I was met by my two kids opened arms wishing me a happy father’s day!!! Along with those open arms came the most amazing gift. Two passes to 18 holes of golf at the local country club. I don’t know how they pulled that off seeing that we are not members but it was the best gift that money could by. I quickly ate lunch and got on the phone and called my best buddy to see if he wanted to get 18 in this afternoon. I was so excited, I just had all my golf clubs re-gripped and have been waiting for and excuse to go play 18. Here it was in my lap; 18 holes here we come!
Football Quizzes
Posted by admin in Sports and Games on September 27th, 2009
Football is an American pastime, dating back to the early 20th century. No other sport has as much popularity with as few games per season. A professional football season has only 16 regular season games and 4 playoff games. Football is also the only sport with a one game elimination for its playoffs. There are many interesting facts about the sport of football that spectators themselves don’t even know. It is important for the history of this sport not to be forgotten, the greatest players to put on the pads and helmet must live on. Football quizzes are a good way of sharpening knowledge of the history of this great sport. How was the scoring done in the early years? What were players wearing for equipment before the shiny hard helmets and thick padding we know today? Football has a rich history, which should be kept alive through all generations.
What is Snowboarding?
Posted by admin in Sports and Games on September 24th, 2009
photo credit: GrayskullduggerySnowboarding is a sport and outdoor activity where you slide on a smooth board over snow, hence the name snowboard. Similar to skiing, snowboarding use metal edges on a plastic board to provide a sharp edge to turn (carve) and stop. Unlike skiing, snowboarding uses a board with both feet strapped to it. Your feet are strapped facing each other a little wider than shoulder width apart. You then face to your right (Goofy Footed) or left (Regular Footed) and slide down the mountain. By using your rear foot to slide the back of the board to the left or right, and by leaning the oposite direction you slide the back of the board, you are able to turn and stop. Snowboarding is closely associated with skateboarding and extreme sports. It is definitely part of those genres, but can also be enjoyed by leisurely types as well.
A Company For A First Compound Bow
Posted by admin in Sports and Games on September 20th, 2009
As you take up a new sport such as archery, or hunting using a compound bow, it will become necessary to familiarize yourself with the respected names in the industry. One of those names is Hoyt Archery, the maker of some of the best and most reliable compound bows available.
When you actually get a look at a Hoyt compound bow you can appreciate why the company is so well respected. The bows are incredible pieces of technical knowhow constructed into precision instruments that can be used to accurately fire arrows at tremendous speeds.
That’s not to say that bows made by other archery companies can’t do the same, but Hoyt has been at the fore front of the industry for a long time and the bows that are being produced still lead the way.
Don’t be too concerned that you may be blowing your hard earned dollars when you take the plunge to buy a Hoyt compound bow. The bow you buy will probably become one of your most prized possessions.
Quality Sports Bags for Yoga
Posted by admin in Sports and Games on September 14th, 2009
If you will be using your sports bag on a regular basis, you should look for one that is made of a more durable material. There are other features you should look at such as reinforced corners and heavy duty zippers that are less likely to break if the bag is packed very fully. Other features you may find useful can include ventilation that will allow air to circulate around a damp bag which will keep it in top shape and prevent it from becoming musty.
Your yoga mat is one of the most important aspects to your practice and you want to make sure you are able to transport it to and from class with a minimum amount of difficulty. Finding the right yoga bag can really help with this and make your life more simple and worry-free.
Do You Need Freshwater or Saltwater Tackle?
Posted by admin in Sports and Games on September 3rd, 2009
If you’re used to fishing in rivers and streams, should you buy separate saltwater fishing tackle to hit the brine? If you’re using one of the most lightweight freshwater rods available, it might be too slight for larger ocean fish varieties. But if you’re already using a fairly sturdy rod and reel, you should have no problems using your existing fishing tackle. However, if you’re going to fish in saltwater more than occasionally, you’re better off investing in a separate set of sea gear that’s designed to stand up to the corrosive properties of salt. Otherwise, be especially diligent when cleaning your gear so that no salt is left to damage your equipment.
You can use freshwater and saltwater lures interchangeably, but buy some hooks made from steel for your saltwater expeditions. And don’t forget that each type of fish responds best to different types of lures, so a few dollars spent on new ones can make your fishing trip more enjoyable.
Why use a water ski Jacket
Posted by admin in Sports and Games on September 2nd, 2009
A water ski Jacket is truly used as a safety precaution. There are several types of ski jackets that are used for keeping you safe if you fall down while water skiing. One Jacket is a very high end waterproof breathable jacket with zip off sleeves. The sleeves are not normal and are made to help the person that could be cold or that may be doing tricks and is used to the ski hitting their arms while they do tricks. The jackets are meant to be slim but still be able to keep a body floating for a long period of time. The period of time can usually be viewed on the jacket. It will often tell you how long the jacket can be in the water before the jacket becomes water logged and becomes useless as a viable safety jacket.
Your Hockey Jerseys Smell, Clean Them!
Posted by admin in Sports and Games, hobbies on August 24th, 2009
“Your hockey equipment stinks! Why don’t you ever clean that stuff?”
Have you ever heard that before? I hear it almost every week from my girlfriend. Yeah, she can be a nag sometimes but she has a point: my hockey jerseys and hockey equipment do stink. I’m a big guy and when I go out to play hockey I really like to get into the game. That means I’m usually playing out on the ice for hours at a time at full capacity and that really gets me sweating.
All of that sweat gets into the fabric of the hockey jerseys and starts to make it stink so bad. If you want to wash your equipment all you have to do is dry it out on the patio or somewhere the air isn’t humid. Once the equipment is dry spray it down with some anti-bacterial lysol or fabreze. That will at least cut down on the odor a little bit.