What is there to do in New York City, for toddlers & kids?

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iwuvoni187

My family is taking a trip to New York, in just a few days and I wanted to know if there is anything to for the younger kids. I have a 2 year old who is very active and I was wondering if there are places for her to play and run around and burn some energy. Then my younger sister is 11years old and I know she'll get bored with sight seeing, so is there kid activities for them?
Thanks.

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There is a children's museum. Make sure you check if its open before you go. I hear its really fun but when i went there with my sister it was closed :(
Go to Central Park and rent a bike and ride around. I did that and it was pretty fun.
Go to a concert or a broadway show. i watched the phantom of the opera and that was so good, i doubt your 2 year old will like it though. Try wicked or something more fun.
They have a HUGE toys r us or some toy store in times square. It has a ferris wheel. you probably can stay there for like a day.
They also have an m&m store and other candies that are yummy.
go to the empire state building. night is the best time because its so pretty.
take a boat tour around manhattan. Its not that fun but its informational.
go street shopping. bargain and look at stuff. Make sure the kids can walk alot and make sure they stay safe.
Hope i helped, Have Fun!!

Whats a spectacular gift for a 18 month old child?

Bailey

What type of gift would they like? And where can i purchase it? A gift not a gift card etc....... Thank You
The gift is for a very good friends child visiting from pretty far away. I won't see either for a long time. The visit will be a very short time.
Oh and i won't see the child. She won't be at the dinner.

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18 month olds love anything that make noise or they can hit or sit and play with by themselves and other people. I would suggest shape sorters because they start to become interested in shapes and colors. Puzzles are fun but they might need help at first understanding what they are. After awhile they will get the hang of it and know how to do it on their own.You can also get musical instruments! Trust me anything with noise they will go right for! I would also suggest little people playsets! the kids at the daycare I work in sat today for 2 hours playing with nothing but the little people and the playsets. They might have to be shown again what do with them or they might just end up throwing them all over the place. Children love pop up books or very colorful books. Some really love the ones that have to deal with animals or show different animals. A simple set of crayons and coloring books would do a child fine at this age. Theres these crayons that you can get called first marks. They are big enough where the child can hold them and not eat them. Something a child can ride on at this age is perfect too. Such as a little playschool car or bike. Bubbles are also fun too and since its spring they most likely will want to go outside! You could maybe do a baskett of different outdoor things suited for the age. Get a sandcastle buckett and a few shovels and bubbles and different outdoor things that you think will catch his or her interest. Trust me when they open the present most likely they wil be more interested in the wrapping paper anyways! Some of these can be gotten at Target, Wal Mart, KB Toys, Toys 'R' Us. Basically anywhere that sells toys! You can also go down the toy aisle and look for things suited for that age. Most toys in the childrens section for babies have the recommended age group for that certain toy. Hope I could help give you some ideas!

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what is a good topic for demonstration speech?

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starrygirl

i need to show a class a 5 to 9 minute presentation.

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the web page (below) provides: Demonstration Speech Ideas

How To :

Clean your teeth.
Coordinate clothes for any occasion.
Sign for the deaf.
Apply decorative stencils.
Roll clothes to pack a suitcase.
Make stain-glass.
Read nutrition labels.
Defend yourself against an attacker.
Plan a home fire escape.
Stencil tile.
Set-up an e-mail account.
Change oil in your car.
Play the drums.
Change a baby's diaper.
Swing a golf club.
Putt a golf ball.
Pot flowers.
Prune roses.
Make a simple children's game.
Make peanut butter bars.
Splint a broken leg or ankle.
Keep a healthy puppy.
Succeed in an interview.
Hang wallpaper.
Shoot a free throw.
Pack a backpack.
Use a compass.
Hit a baseball.
Catch a fly ball.
Sell an athletic shoe.
Put on scuba gear.
Fillet a fish.
Install a car stereo.
Get a slim waistline.
Play the saxophone.
Apply makeup.
Apply Theater make-up.
Install a dimmer switch.
Make a pumpkin lantern.
Call a turkey.
Play a guitar.
Purchase a new car for the lowest price.
Serve a tennis ball.
Apply, care, and remove contact lenses.
Restore a piece of antique furniture.
Write a resume.
Find a rental home or apartment.
Set a formal dinner table.
Choose car insurance.
Build a bookcase.
Weave a basket.
Hang curtains.
Change a tire on a bike.
Budget your monthly income.
Wrap a gift professionally.
Tie-dye a shirt.
Wash your clothes properly.
Bathe a baby.
Arrange flowers.
Give a manicure.
Administer CPR.
Administer the Heimlich Maneuver.
Iron clothes.
Use a bow and arrow.
Water ski.
Do simple ballroom dancing.
Take a picture with a 35-mm camera.
Landscape your front yard on a shoestring budget.
Fold napkins for a formal dinner party.
Trim your thighs with exercise.
Build bigger biceps.
Care for your compact discs.
Bake cookies.
Improve your bowling score.
Sew a button on a blouse.
Carve a pumpkin.
Draw cartoon characters.
Make your own valentines.
Recycle in your home.
Frame a picture.
Buy toe shoes.
Play soccer.
Register for college.
Write a childrenâs story.
Mow the lawn.
Organize your closet.
Dye your hair.
Plan a little kid party.
Make Playdough.
Groom your pet.
Set up a tent.
Make a piñata.
Square dance.
Refinish a front door.
Play a video game.
Bunt, or hit a baseball.
Plant a vegetable garden.
Plan a wedding.
Milk a cow.
Stuff a turkey.
Write a poem.
Make deviled eggs.
Make and fly a kite.
Wash and detail a car.
Decorate a Christmas tree.
Tenderize meat.
Make fudge.
Ride a horse.
Program your vcr.
Make a cut up t-shirt look great.
Cross stitch.
Get a date.
Break dance.
Make Bar B Que sauce.
Create a power point presentation.
Make scrapbooks.
Knit.
Install sprinklers.
Play football.
Clean carpets.
Juggle.
Make paper carnations.
Decorate a float.
Make Ice cream.
Balance your checkbook.
Program your cell phone.
Make a web page.
Apply fake fingernails.
Frost and decorate a cake.
Ride a skateboard.
Surf.
Do the chicken dance.
Plan a baby shower.
Grow a herbal garden.
Wax your car.
Make a paper airplane.
Download or upload files on the computer.
Make an emergency kit for your car.
Make an earthquake kit for your house.
Change a flat tire.
Do yoga.
Fit a child on a bicycle.
Choose a bottle of wine for dinner.
Save money clipping coupons.
Polish or shine shoes.
Start a fire in the fireplace.
Plan a romantic date.
Play the games in Las Vegas.
See Disneyland in one day.
Make a swan out of origami.
Make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.
Make wedding favors.
Ride a bike.
Design a sprinkler system.
Run a garage sale.
Plan a vegetarian meal.
Groom your dog.
Train your dog.
Backpack through Europe.
Remove acoustic ceilings.
Lay bricks.
Create a water garden.
Build a gazebo.
Make your own jelly.
Plan a picnic.
Make a subway sandwich.
Plant seasonal flowers.
Grow and prune a bonsai tree.
Safely view the eclipse.
Make finger paints.
Make a Halloween costume.
Make a rug.
Do needlepoint.
Can peaches.
Clean sparkplugs.
Prune bushes in the shape of animals.
Build a sandcastle.
Make pancakes.
Make a root beer float.
Perm your hair.
Braid hair.
Create a work out schedule.
Accessorize your outfits.
Line dance.
Twirl a baton.
Play the cello.
Fold the American flag.
Make a card house.
Shave your legs.
Trim and wax your mustache.
Clean your silk plants.
Drop kick a soccer ball or a football.
Eat with chopsticks.
Plan an eight course meal.
Play piano.
Read music.
Straighten your hair.
Groom a pig.
Make an omelet.
Build a castle with Legos.

What is the setting of 'The Broken Chain' by Gary Soto?

Karla F

Answer
Here is an excerpt - hope it helps!
Alfonso sat on the porch trying to push his crooked teeth to where he thought they belonged. He hated the way he looked. Last week he did fifty sit-ups a day, thinking that he would burn those already apparent ripples on his stomach to even deeper ripples, dark ones, so when he went swimming at the canal next summer, girls in cut-offs would notice. And the guys would think he was tough, someone who could take a punch and give it back. He wanted âcutsâ like those he had seen on a calendar of an Aztec warrior standing on a pyramid with a woman in his arms. (Even she had cuts he could see beneath her thin dress.) The calendar hung above the cash register at La Plaza. Orsua, the owner, said Alfonso could have the calendar at the end of the year if the waitress, Yolanda, didnât take it first.

Alfonso studied the magazine pictures of rock stars for a hairstyle. He liked the way Prince lookedâand the bass player from Los Lobos. Alfonso thought he would look cool with his hair razored into a V in the back and streaked purple. But he knew his mother wouldnât go for it. And his father, who was puro Mexicano, would sit in his chair after work, sullen as a toad, and call him âsissy.â

Alfonso didnât dare color his hair. But one day he had had it butched on the top, like in the magazines. His father had come home that evening from a softball game, happy that his team had drilled four homers in a thirteen-to-five bashing of Color Tile. Heâd swaggered into the living room but had stopped cold when he saw Alfonso and asked, not joking but with real concern, âDid you hurt your head at school? ¿Qué pasó?â

Alfonso had pretended not to hear his father and had gone to his room, where he studied his hair from all angles in the mirror. He liked what he saw until he smiled and realized for the first time that his teeth were crooked, like a pile of wrecked cars. He grew depressed and turned away from the mirror. He sat on his bed and leafed through the rock magazine until he came to the rock star with the butched top. His mouth was closed, but Alfonso was sure his teeth werenât crooked.

Alfonso didnât want to be the handsomest kid at school, but he was determined to be better looking than average. The next day he spent his lawn-mowing money on a new shirt and, with a pocketknife, scooped the moons of dirt from under his fingernails.

He spent hours in front of the mirror trying to herd his teeth into place with his thumb. He asked his mother if he could have braces, like Frankie Molina, her godson, but he asked at the wrong time. She was at the kitchen table licking the envelope to the house payment. She glared up at him. âDo you think money grows on trees?â

His mother clipped coupons from magazines and newspapers, kept a vegetable garden in the summer, and shopped at Penneyâs and K-Mart. Their family ate a lot of frijoles, which was OK because nothing else tasted so good, though one time Alfonso had had Chinese pot stickers and thought they were the next best food in the world.

He didnât ask his mother for braces again, even when she was in a better mood. He decided to fix his teeth by pushing on them with his thumbs. After breakfast that Saturday he went to his room, closed the door quietly, turned the radio on, and pushed for three hours straight.

He pushed for ten minutes, rested for five, and every half hour, during a radio commercial, checked to see if his smile had improved. It hadnât.

Eventually he grew bored and went outside with an old gym sock to wipe down his bike, a ten-speed from Montgomery Ward. His thumbs were tired and wrinkled and pink, the way they got when he stayed in the bathtub too long.

Alfonsoâs older brother, Ernie, rode up on his Montgomery Ward bicycle looking depressed. He parked his bike against the peach tree and sat on the back steps, keeping his head down and stepping on ants that came too close.

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Are there different seats on bicycles for men and for women?

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dunwerse

Just got back to cycling to work and have a bike with what looks like a regular sadle, but it really hurts my butt. Its longish and thin, is it a guys one? (and I never thought about this really but guys bums aren't THAT different are they? If I go buy a new one should I ask for a ladies sadle or will I get laughed at.

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There are different men's and women's saddles. In general, men's pelvic structures are narrower than women's pelvic structures. (It has to do with birthing kids.) Thus, men's saddles are generally narrower than women's. A comfy saddle is the one that is right for your pelvis.

I particularly like Specialized saddles. They make saddles in a variety of widths for men and women. Along with their saddles, they also have a fitting system that uses a gel pad. You sit on the pad, then you measure the width of the depressions made by your pelvis. Then you buy the appropriate saddle.

I had a lot of trouble with pain and numbness prior to getting a Specialized saddle. When I did the measuring, I found I had a very narrow pelvic structure. (My kids have always said I was a tight a**, but I think we are talking about two different issues.)

Hope you find a saddle that fits you well.

What are all the parts that I need to assemble a bmx bike?

Jake

My diamondback is real messed up. I bought a DK frame off some kid and now I wanna assemble a decent bike. I just need to know the basic parts I will need. Please help.

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Things You'll Need:
BMX Bike Brakes
BMX Bike Forks
BMX Bike Frame
BMX Bike Gloves
BMX Bike Parts
BMX Bike Pegs
Bike Pumps
Bike Tools
BMX Bike Helmets
BMX Bikes
Step
1
Start with a good flatland-specific frame. These usually have a short top tube, a short rear end and steep angles.

Step
2
Do a quick check of the frame and everything else on the bike to be sure nothing is cracked, bent or broken.

Step
3
Remove any pads, reflectors, chain guards or kickstands.

Step
4
Put axle pegs on the front and rear wheels and cable detanglers on the front and rear brake cables.

Step
5
Position your handlebars so they are straight up and down or in line with the fork. You may be more comfortable with your bars a little further forward or back, but don't go too far in either direction. Some riders like to cut their handlebars' width to just wider than shoulder-width.

Step
6
Remove old grips if they're torn or if the handlebar is showing through. Bar end caps will help protect the ends of the handlebar.

Step
7
Choose a wheel set that has a rear hub specifically designed for flatland, usually called a free coaster. Free coaster hubs allow you to set your pedals at one position, and they will stay there when rolling backward. Hubs with a regular free wheel make the pedals go backward when rolling backward, and coaster brake hubs don't let you set the pedals easily because of the brake in the hub.

Step
8
Use tires that have a smooth tread and inflate them to the maximum air pressure. Most flatlanders run at least 100 pounds of pressure in their tires, even though it is usually well above the recommended pressure on the tires. There are only a few tires rated to that pressure.

Step
9
Tighten all nuts and bolts to their specifications, including axle nuts, stem bolts, pedals, cranks, seat and seat post nuts, brakes, and headset.

Step
10
Lubricate all moving parts, such as brake cables, brake pivot bolts and your chain.

Step
11
Put the correct amount of tension on the chain so that it doesn't fall off when you're riding.

Step
12
Use the smallest front sprocket that you can find. The easier gearing makes it easier to ride away from tricks and the small sprocket will not get in the way.

Step
13
Choose platform pedals over caged pedals.

Step
14
Find the shortest crank arms you can.

Step
15
Adjust your seat to a height and angle that allows good mobility in front and in back.

Step
16
File down any sharp edges on the bike, such as the edges of the stem or handlebars.

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What is that video with the white kids from the 80's or 90's dancing and talking?

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pinkbowsan

Okay so I saw this video from the 80s or something where these kids are biking down a street and then they see these three white boys and they're like "omg they're so cool!" and then the white boys are actually the biggest tools and they start dancing and rapping. Do you know what I'm talking about? There is a clip from it in the "ain't nobody got time for that" auto tune video on YouTube if you've seen it! Yay okay thanks

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Looking at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wk7RKY6D11Y I found the scene at :58, is this the right one? It's from Teen Witch :)

This scene - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jEa1BYBgeQI
Full Movie - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GU6vCugzm3E

What are some ideas for a good youtube video?

L

I'm thinking of getting my videos promoted so I can earn some money from YouTube, what might be some really epic video ideas like the sneezing panda video? Where should I look?

I'm not much of an actor, and I'm afraid if I speak in the video people will say I sound like a girl. My voice is still a little high pitched and I'm 15.
What kind of videos do people like watching?

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your not going to get 1,000,000 hits kid its pointless to chase after that, but you can try no harm in doing that.

Video your own animal doing funny stuff, siblings?, strap the camera to your bike and ride it around or skateboard with it. Be creative!

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What is the most comfortable mountain bike seat for a woman with a big bottom?

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Myra G

I just bought a seat that looks comfortable but is not. Any suggestions???
yes, it has been a while since I have used a bike.

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Hi Myra,

First let's get some basic terms squared away. Bike seats are called "saddles"... For the most part "seats" are found in bleachers, office buildings and in cars.

I have been an active cyclist since 1985, currently logging 200-250 miles per week... Now it is true that I am not a woman, nor do I have a wide bottom, but I can help you out a bit. Saddles are now being made women-specific. Most of these are narrower models, but as someone else pointed out, women naturally have a wider pelvic region (the whole birthing thing), so they will be shaped differently from a male saddle. If you went to a decent bike shop, you would see saddles with sections that look like they are missing, cut out or perhaps the maker forgot to finish building it. That however is the way they are suppose to look. The cut out region is to alleviate pressure on your pelvic region - and to weight weenies (what they call people who count every gram of every part that goes on their bikes) it is cool because that saddle will weigh less than solid ones.

If you weren't completely sold on a mountain bike, I would recommend a recumbent for true comfort while riding.. Those are the bikes that you sit in a very wide chair-like "seat", with your legs extended out to the pedals in front of you. Riding a recumbent would work certain muscle groups harder than a regular bike would. Your gluts (butt muscles) would be worked (abused - LOL) hard along with your leg muscles of course. The saddle on a recumbent is light-years more comfortable than a standard bike.

If you are already sold on the mountain bike idea, or perhaps you have one and saddle discomfort has become the principal issue at hand, then first thing I would recommend is to look at Performancebike.com. Click on the SADDLES link on the left. Then select WOMEN'S SADDLES. You will see a very wide shaped saddle there for sale for $39.99 (12% off) called "The Seat" by Ergo. It probably doesn't look anything like any saddle you have ever seen (and yes it is ok to call this one a SEAT! It is advertised as:

"Extra wide for unbelievable support and comfort"

"Short length provides a non-restrictive pedal stroke"

"Integrated rear reflectors for added visibility"

"Gel padding dissipates road vibration while providing plenty of padding for comfort"

Keep in mind that "The Seat" is a saddle that supports your body the same way as when you sit in a chair.

Shoot that almost sounds good enough for me! If it could recline and give me a massage I would be set! LOL! Just kidding of course.

Another thing to keep in mind that if you are riding a department store bicycle, you really should get properly fit on your bike. It sounds like you have a passion that makes you want to ride, but the dang pain in the butt part (sorry) has discomforted you and irked you enough to have you post a question here. A reliable bike shop can help you "Saddle Up" properly. They can tell if your saddle is too high or too far back. They can help if your crank arms are too long, or if the distance to your handlebar is too far away, too low or too high. All of the stated issues above can contribute to a sore backside.

Also on the Performance website you can see the Forté EasyRider Saddle. For the Forte EasyRider follow this link:

http://www.performancebike.com/shop/profile.cfm?SKU=14747&PID=1204522

It too is on sale $19.99 (50% off the regular price)

You can also check out another famous online cycling catalog @ NASHBAR.COM for the following saddles:

Selle San Marco Travel Delux Womenâs Saddle

Selle Royal Ergo GEL Mid Cruiser Saddle

A little more insight can be found at: about.com (See below)

http://bicycling.about.com/od/equipment/a/saddlechoice.htm

If I can help further in any aspect of the sport please don't hesitate to contact me... HOW? Just answer any of the questions that "I ask" with the answer "BIKE HELP NEEDED" and I will do my best to get you the answers you seek.

Best Regards,
~CJ Smith~
Cyclist - Triathlete
Suncoast Cycling Club Member
Palm Harbor, Florida

What are my best options for toting three kids around with my bike?

B

Is there a trailer for 3 kids? Would it be ok to have a "trail-a-bike" type option then connect a trailer to that? Or get a child seat plus the trailer? Kids are 4 mos, 2.5 yrs, and 5 yrs old.. The 5 yr old can ride a bike, but very slowly and not very far.. Thanks!

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You have a few option, although I agree with those who mention 4 mos may be a little young for any kind of biking. The only way I would bike with infants is if I can either carry them very close to me, or if I can strap them into a reclined seat where they don't have to fully support their head while going over bumps etc.

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Bend,OR&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=40.460237,67.763672&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=Bend,+Deschutes,+Oregon&ll=44.05157,-121.315155&spn=0.28771,0.529404&t=h&z=11 Front mounted seat.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FIH0EG?ie=UTF8&tag=wwwgalttechco-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000FIH0EG Top Bar Mounted

In Denmark they often ride with the youngest in a front basket or cargo bay laying down in blankets.

I've tried my kids in trailers at 9 mos and found it didn't work for me with any of them because I couldn't watch how they were doing and couldn't attend to their needs at all without stopping, dismounting etc. AND until over a year they didn't do well enough with head control. The trailers actually ride fairly jouncy and bumpy because the kids are sitting right on top of the wheels.

Moving on....

I have seen people do the tag along and the trailer, but for regular use it seems to long and unwieldy to me.

I'd go the cargo bike / long tail route: Madsen Cycles has a model that seats 4 with seat belts (takes the optional extra seat to get to 4 - standard is 2) http://www.madsencycles.com/
A review of cargo bikes: http://www.metaefficient.com/bicycles/longtail-bikes-a-review-and-buying-guide.html
And Riding triple on a long tail http://surfabike.files.wordpress.com/2009/11/mundo_bilby_side_m-preview1-jpg.jpeg

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How do I limit the electronics?

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Susan

My kids get so upset if they cannot watch TV, play the computer, or play their game-boy. When I don't let them do those things there are some serious tears. How can I get them more active and love it? If you could help me that would be great! Thank you so much!

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Well, first of all realize that it is going to be hard to break the habit but it can be done-just stick with whatever method you decide to go with.

I have a 10 year old and an 8 year old. We have Super Nintendo and a Nintendo Wii, and we also have Gameboys. Super Nintendo is ONLY brought out on rainy/sick days. Gameboys are ONLY used for long car trips or when we know we are going to have a long wait somewhere. The Nintendo Wii is used sometimes for a family activity, but we also use the Sports for excercise (we homeschool)-the Boxing, especially, is very physically exerting. I LOVE the physical interaction that the Wii requires.

Computer time-as for the internet-is with adult supervision only.

Software games can be played on the computer with permission. Most of our games are educational, and even the ones that are not offer benefits for my son who shows signs of Dyspraxia-it helps him develop hand/eye coordination and some motor skills.

Television is also limited in our household, and when they have access to the television it is NOT shows like Spongebob Squarepants. Thankfully, my children prefer Animal Planet, How It's Made, and Scooby Doo (which, while not educational is not violent and usually proves that monsters are fake, the bad guy is always caught-I like it).

My children get an allowance. They purchase electronic time-only their radio/cd player are free. Everything else costs $1/half hour (unless it is family time or educational). Not only does this keep them from sitting in front of the television or computer all day, but it also makes them very selective about how they spend that time.

They can earn cash or electronic time by doing extra chores, which helps me out as well.

To get them more active, provide a lot of fun things for them to do-sidewalk chalk, bubbles, water sprinklers, etc. Let them stage bicycle races, set up an obstacle course in the back yard, have balls and jumpropes, etc. on hand. Enroll them in an activity of their choice-baseball, karate, gymnastics, swimming...there are a lot of options.

I hope this helps! Good luck.

And is it possible for me to become a professional racer?

Terry

I rode bicycles nearly all my life but haven't rode a real motorcycle. I'm 16 years old and is it possible for me to become a professional motorcycle racer?

Answer
If by Proffesional you mean earning enough money to make a decent living
NO !
Your too old.
You can take up Racing
You can be very good at it
But compared to the kids who have already 10+ years experience over you (and still the same 16yrs old) Your never going to be able to compete with them.
You have to be winning to make money.
Motorcycle racing is expensive. (very expensive)
and the better you get the more expensive it gets.

Go Racing - Enjoy it.
Forget about doing for a living.

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Know of a good double storller that holds at least 50lbs?

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Courtney

I am in need of a double stroller, but here's the thing. My children are bigger than most kids their age (not fat, but TALL and therefore also weight more), so I need a very heavy duty stroller. It would need to be able to hold at the very LEAST 50 lbs per seat. My oldest son is 2 1/2years old and weighs 47lbs...he is 43.5 inches tall. And my youngest son is 18 mos and weighs 38lbs....he is 37 inches tall. See my delima? Also, I would prefer a jogging stroller or side by side. I don't like what I see for the ones that have one seat in front and one in back. I had one, and it broke.
Does ANYONE know where I can find one?

Answer
Lightweight steel frame
⢠Lightweight for storage and easy to push
5-point safety harness
⢠Extra security and comfort for baby
Retractable canopy
⢠Provides extra sun protection
16" Quick release rear wheels
⢠For a smooth ride and compact storage
Bicycle style hand brake
⢠Easy and smooth braking
Recline seat
⢠Additional comfort for baby
Bi-weave fabric
⢠For durability and fashion
Independent rear suspension
⢠Reduces impact on uneven terrain
Poly rims
⢠Protects wheels from rusting
High top canopy
⢠Increases internal head room






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Things to do while at Nantucket Island MA?

bibby

Hey guys, I'm going to Nantucket Island with my family and my best friend in a couple of days and I need suggestions on what to do while we are there! My friend and i are 15 so things age appropriate would be nice. Also, museums aren't our favorite, so if you could steer clear of those that would be great. Oh and we already have going to the beaches on the lists so something other than that would be great. Thank you guys sooo much! Your answers mean a lot to me!

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I'm 15 too and I'm currently stranded there. It's fun when you have friends there, but it's so boring when you don't. I've been going to Nantucket for 15 years, every year for 3 months, so I pretty much know everything around the island.

Biking (rent them at Young's Bike Shop on Broad Street). You can get around the entire island on bikes. The island is only about 15 miles in length, so it's easy to get around via bicycle. I recommend going to Alter Rock in Polpis (it's all mountain biking and it's 108 feet above see level). It's also worth going to the ponds, Hummock, Miacomet, Squam Swamp, and Popsquatchet Hills.

Beaches. The beaches I recommend for you would be Jetties Beach, Surfside Beach, and Great Point Beach. On Jetties Beach you can rent kayaks and kayak across the harbor to Coutue (another beach). You can visit the lighthouses on Great Point and hang out there. Great Point is only accessible by car, though, so your going to have to either bring your car or rent one. I wouldn't recommend renting a Jeep because they are lightweight and get stuck in the sand very easily (you have no idea how many Jeeps I've seen stuck in the middle of the sand and kids trying to dig them out). I like Great Point because I can always spot seals out there (I wouldn't go swimming near them though..). You can also go fishing at the point off of Great Point because there is a riptide there and brings all of the fish to this one spot.

Town. Main Street (and Federal Street) are my favorite streets in town. They are both lined with restaurants and shops. Good restaurants in town are The Pearl, The Boarding House, Sushi by Yoshi, Federal 21, and The Rope Walk. There's also a Ralph Lauren and there are plenty of little boutiques too, so you and your friend can go shopping. There's this store called Force 5 Water Sports that has a small candy store in the back known as Penny Candy, that's worth going to too. There's a store called the Nantucket Pharmacy (it's a pharmacy and cafe) that serves amazing ice cream! I recommend either the Cookie Dough, Black Raspberry, or Orange Sherbet. If you continue down Main Street (towards Rope Walk) you'll pass by this incredible fudge kitchen called Aunt Leah's. They serve the BEST fudge there! It's soo good. There's also a cute little toy store called the Toy Boat.

Museums. I know you said no to museums, but The Whaling Museum is at least worth going through once! It's sort of boring, but the big whale skeleton is cool and there are some interesting exhibits there. A lot of people travel to Nantucket just to see this museum, so you better at least walk through it. You can also visit the Jethro Coffin House (built in 1600s) off of Cliff Road. It's a 5 minute bike ride from Town and it's worth seeing.

Sconset. This town is absolutely beautiful! It's right by the water and they have this really good market next to Sconset Square. I love biking there (it's several miles away) because it's nice to stop there and enjoy something refreshing after a long bike ride.

My friend is coming up in a few days, so we'll be hanging out too. Usually I go sailing, play tennis, tan on the beach, go fishing with my dad, and walk around Town. I'm going to be hanging out here for the next month or so and I'm warning you, it's often cloudy and rainy and it gets very boring!
~ Caty

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Where do I find a reliable list of the most popular hobbies in order of popularity?

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Karen

I don't mind paying something for the information - but I'm at wits end trying to find this for free online. If possible, I'd like to have it broken out by most popular male and female hobbies, and most popular overall.

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I got this out of Google. Why the hell would you want this??

According to Harris Interactive the list of the most popular hobbies
and leisure activities in descending order are as follows.

26% Reading
15% TV watching
11% Spending time with family/kids
8% Fishing
8% Gardening
7% Playing team sports
6% Going to movies
5% Swimming
5% Golf
5% Socializing with friends/neighbors
4% Computer activities
4% Walking
4% Exercise (aerobics, weights)
4% Traveling
4% Listening to music
3% Renting movies
3% Boating
3% Hunting
3% Relaxing
3% Sewing/crocheting
3% Bicycling
3% Sleeping
3% Hiking
2% Eating out/dining out
2% Shopping
2% Crafts (unspecified)
2% Camping
2% Church/church activities
2% Watching sporting events
2% Cooking
2% Entertaining
2% Painting
2% Running
2% Woodworking
1% Playing music
1% Bowling
1% Working on cars
1% Animals/pets/dogs

Other activities mentioned by 1% include video games, hobbies,
concerts, driving around, playing cards and pets.

Harris Interactive Inc: The Harris Poll (2002):

regards

Mike D

What is the most comfortable mountain bike seat for a woman with a big bottom?

Myra G

I just bought a seat that looks comfortable but is not. Any suggestions???
yes, it has been a while since I have used a bike.

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Hi Myra,

First let's get some basic terms squared away. Bike seats are called "saddles"... For the most part "seats" are found in bleachers, office buildings and in cars.

I have been an active cyclist since 1985, currently logging 200-250 miles per week... Now it is true that I am not a woman, nor do I have a wide bottom, but I can help you out a bit. Saddles are now being made women-specific. Most of these are narrower models, but as someone else pointed out, women naturally have a wider pelvic region (the whole birthing thing), so they will be shaped differently from a male saddle. If you went to a decent bike shop, you would see saddles with sections that look like they are missing, cut out or perhaps the maker forgot to finish building it. That however is the way they are suppose to look. The cut out region is to alleviate pressure on your pelvic region - and to weight weenies (what they call people who count every gram of every part that goes on their bikes) it is cool because that saddle will weigh less than solid ones.

If you weren't completely sold on a mountain bike, I would recommend a recumbent for true comfort while riding.. Those are the bikes that you sit in a very wide chair-like "seat", with your legs extended out to the pedals in front of you. Riding a recumbent would work certain muscle groups harder than a regular bike would. Your gluts (butt muscles) would be worked (abused - LOL) hard along with your leg muscles of course. The saddle on a recumbent is light-years more comfortable than a standard bike.

If you are already sold on the mountain bike idea, or perhaps you have one and saddle discomfort has become the principal issue at hand, then first thing I would recommend is to look at Performancebike.com. Click on the SADDLES link on the left. Then select WOMEN'S SADDLES. You will see a very wide shaped saddle there for sale for $39.99 (12% off) called "The Seat" by Ergo. It probably doesn't look anything like any saddle you have ever seen (and yes it is ok to call this one a SEAT! It is advertised as:

"Extra wide for unbelievable support and comfort"

"Short length provides a non-restrictive pedal stroke"

"Integrated rear reflectors for added visibility"

"Gel padding dissipates road vibration while providing plenty of padding for comfort"

Keep in mind that "The Seat" is a saddle that supports your body the same way as when you sit in a chair.

Shoot that almost sounds good enough for me! If it could recline and give me a massage I would be set! LOL! Just kidding of course.

Another thing to keep in mind that if you are riding a department store bicycle, you really should get properly fit on your bike. It sounds like you have a passion that makes you want to ride, but the dang pain in the butt part (sorry) has discomforted you and irked you enough to have you post a question here. A reliable bike shop can help you "Saddle Up" properly. They can tell if your saddle is too high or too far back. They can help if your crank arms are too long, or if the distance to your handlebar is too far away, too low or too high. All of the stated issues above can contribute to a sore backside.

Also on the Performance website you can see the Forté EasyRider Saddle. For the Forte EasyRider follow this link:

http://www.performancebike.com/shop/profile.cfm?SKU=14747&PID=1204522

It too is on sale $19.99 (50% off the regular price)

You can also check out another famous online cycling catalog @ NASHBAR.COM for the following saddles:

Selle San Marco Travel Delux Womenâs Saddle

Selle Royal Ergo GEL Mid Cruiser Saddle

A little more insight can be found at: about.com (See below)

http://bicycling.about.com/od/equipment/a/saddlechoice.htm

If I can help further in any aspect of the sport please don't hesitate to contact me... HOW? Just answer any of the questions that "I ask" with the answer "BIKE HELP NEEDED" and I will do my best to get you the answers you seek.

Best Regards,
~CJ Smith~
Cyclist - Triathlete
Suncoast Cycling Club Member
Palm Harbor, Florida

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Can I take the parents of the kid who stole my bike to court?

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lkool

My bike was stolen, I have witness who were asked to by it. The thief is 14. I my county a person must be 18 to go to small claims court. Can I sue his parents in small claims / conciliation court?
Do I have a strong case? I personally witnessed his bike with my parts on it, and I have at least two people who say the thief tried to sell them my bike, they know my bike, every knows my bike.

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Whether or not the parents would be liable totally depends on your jurisdiction. In Missouri, for example, the parents are liable for up to $4,000 in restitution and damages for a child's "willful misconduct." In Washington State, conversely, a child as young as twelve who steals is responsible for their own civil damages, which, if not paid by the eighteenth birthday, becomes a civil judgment.

You don't need knowledge of the law for small claims purposes. File a suit against both (if you can; it increases your chances of collecting) biological or adoptive parents (not step), or the legal guardian(s), and the child him or herself, and the judge will render the judgment accordingly.

If you can bring these witnesses to court, you probably have enough for small claims, where the burden of proof is only "a preponderance of the evidence."

Good luck.

Is it legal to drive a motorized bike as a form of transportation in Maryland?

I live in a pretty chill suburban area, there are not a lot of cops and personally if i am going under the speed limit i don't think they will care. My friend let me fix his old bike and if I do then i can keep it for a little bit. Its a Bravo super speed bike its not a dirt bike, but you have to be sixteen to operate(which i am). Even if this thing is not legal what would happen if a cop stops me?

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Alright man. Let me break it down for you. Here's how it is. I'm 17 years old, so I know exactly what's going on.

Maryland is very strict. It's ridiculous. You can't do anything. Everything is illegal. I don't know where you are, but I live in Montgomery County. I know it's not related, but this is just to illustrate how strict Maryland or Mont. Co is. I'm doing a transmission swap on my truck. Therefore, it is not operable. Well, in the 3 weeks that it was inoperable, I had to get it towed three different times off of private property because of...whatever. It wasn't even some "goody two-shoes" neighbor ratting me out. They are just little bitches.

So, let's get down to the point. Let's consider how hard it is (for teens. anybody over 19 who can't drive worth shit can get a license no prob) to get a license in MD.

Ok, well, you need to be 15 and 9 months to get a permit. In DC you need to be 15 and 6 months. VA is 15 and 6 months. PA is 15. Midwest states are usually 14. Maryland is the highest age limit in the country.
THEN you need the permit for 9 months. NINE MONTHS!!! Isn't that ridiculous. Va is 6 months, DC is 6 months, PA is 6 months, Midwest states are three months.
AND you need driving school. A $350+ scam.

Ok, so you got your permit. And maybe you have your provisional license (if you're lucky). What happens if you get caught breaking the rules? If you are driving without a parent with a permit, then what? Well, you don't get your license until you're 21 (not your license, you have to reapply for a permit), you get fined and arrested, then you get your car towed and impounded.

Ok, sounds like a pretty good risk so far.

So, that's a license for a car. Now let's talk about a motorcycle.
First, let me note that dirt bikes, ATVs, quads, four wheelers, etc..etc..are ILLEGAL in MD. You cannot ride them on public property at all. I know you said it wasn't a dirt bike, but it better be 100% street legal. It better have turn signals, tail lights, head lights, and it better not be too loud.

Ok, so motorcycle license. You need to be 18 to even take the test. The test is easy as could be. You take a written test for the motorcycle permit. I think you need to have that either for 1 or 3 months. I'm not sure. So you have your permit and then you get your license. I think you also need to take a motorcycle course. the only one you can take is hosted by MD. it's like $220 I think.

Let's take a guess at what would happen if you got caught on a bike. 1) you're underage. 2)you don't have a license 3)is the bike even registered with tags?

We have discussed the legal aspects. Now let's discuss how those laws and rules would be enforced.

A) We have a cop. B) We give cops fast cars. C) Cops have nothing to do
Let's talk about what a cop is. Not all jerks are cops, but all cops are jerks. It's true. All you need to do is stand near a cop for 5 minutes and just listen to the kind of stuff they say.

What about their cars? They love to show them off, don't they? Vroom vroom. They run red lights for no reason. Go as fast as they want. Stay classy, Maryland's finest. Stay classy.

Have you ever heard the joke about cops and donuts? Yeah, well it's not a joke. Just walk by a Dunkin' Donuts at 7AM. I'm not kidding. It will be filled with cops.

Now, with cops being fat, rude, and loosers, what kind of people do you think they are? You think they are the kind of people who get their pride and joy from letting people go? You think they get pride from doing someone a favor? HA! they get their pride, laughs, and stories at the water cooler from giving "punks" like you a hard time. The punk who THOUGHT it was OK to ride a motorcycle around the neighbor hood without a license or experience because he THOUGHT the cops were "chill"

Good luck, bro.

I've actually got more to say. Sorry for this being so long, but these subject affects my life very greatly. Now, I own my own truck. I'm 17 with a truck. I can't drive it. I'm 17 years old and I'm in 12th grade. I have to have my mommy drive me to school. Isn't that pathetic?

Have you heard on the news about the guy that pepper sprayed those protesters? Do you think that cop or whatever he was is a one-of-a-kind jerk? HA no. Every cop in the country probably drooled over finally being able to use that crap that's in their utility belt.

And if there's a cop out there reading this that is actually a good honest cop, please do something. Don't stand by while your colleagues give people hard times for nothing, abuse their power, steal drugs, and think it's all funny.

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Have Americans stopped believing the American Dream and begun waiting for the government to take care of them?

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The Random

Do you believe that you have unlimited opportunity in the US? Should we all work to make a better life for our kids, even if it means working 2 jobs or starting your own company?

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Too many people have given up on that dream. It is sad because immigrants still have the American dream...and the achieve it.

And the numbers show that the American Dream is ALIVE AND WELL. 60% of those who are born into the poorest 1/5 of American families climb out of that 1/5. And over 60% of those who do, climb at least 2/5. Of those born into the top 1/5 of wage earners in this country a full SEVENTY-EIGHT PERCENT fall out of that top tier.

The rich are not getting richer and the poor poorer like the liberals would like you to believe. Wealth is VERY fluid in this country.

Personally, I entered my adult life at a financial level that poverty would have been a lofty goal. I worked 2-4 jobs to pay my own way through college and then opened my first business using cash. Currently I employ over 600 people in 6 companies and have built and sold 11 companies. I have helped over 50 people become millionaires...many started on welfare.

The AMERICAN DREAM IS ALIVE AND WELL FOR ANYONE WILLING TO NOT ONLY WORK HARD, BUT ALSO SACRIFICE TODAY TO HAVE A BETTER TOMORROW.

For 7 years, I had no cable, no phone, put less than 1000 miles PER YEAR on my car and put the rest on my shoes or bicycle. I went out to dinner OR a movie no more than once/month. Then, I spent another 5 years getting my business running spending not much more.

Since then, over the last 40 years, I have enjoyed a life that few can, while blessing those around me as no less than 20% of my income has gone to charity over those 40 years.

Beaver T...what a load of crap. You are not WILLING to succeed. I helped a couple who were on welfare get jobs, and set a saving plan up. They paid off their debt and saved enough for a down payment on a home (a very small home) in less than 2 years. 10 years later, they opened their own business with cash and another 5 years later, they were millionaires.
More recently, I helped a couple get off of welfare and get jobs. They had no debt. They have put aside $10,000...IN SIX MONTHS. How? They spend ABSOLUTELY NOTHING THAT IS NOT A NECESSITY, except for their weekly date night...they set a $30.00 limit for the dates. They are on track to be millionaires in less than 10 years with their investment plan and with the business that he just opened.
Stop blaming society. Stop blaming the wealthy. There is ONE thing and ONE thing holding you back from success and it is located between your ears.

As for the thumbs down...I am not saying that ANYBODY can do it. It takes people who are WILLING to become wealthy...and that takes a LOT of work, a LOT of will and a LOT of sacrifice. Anybody COULD, but most choose not to...and that is their choice. But again, the American dream is ALIVE AND WELL.

As for those other countries....it could be done there, too, but their taxes are preventative and it would take MUCH longer.

Family cat...corporate taxes should be ZERO. They are anyway as all taxes get passed on to consumers. Even if a corporation shows taxes paid on their balance sheet, those taxes are ultimately paid by the consumer. Corporate executives and major share holders on the other hand pay boatloads of taxes.

J M...do you have car payments? If yes, then you are not WILLING to do what it takes. Do you have cable or satellite TV? Is there more than one phone for your entire family? Do you have high speed internet or dial up? If you pay for your own insurance, do you have a high or low deductible? If you have cable or satellite, more than one phone, high speed internet, low deductible insurance, ANY payments other than your home...then you are not willing to do what it takes to get the American dream.

How can we encourage children to read instead of watching television and how can we get them to be more active

Warren D

I grew up before there was television where I lived. I read, watched movies, and played actively. Games, sledding in wintertime, bicycles. When we did get television it was just on nights.

How can we go back in time to something like this? How can we save our children?

Best answer will be thoughtful and helpful.

Answer
We are a society that allows the TV to play babysitter from day one. We buy all of the 'educational' DVDs in hopes of making our child smarter. We prop that child up and let them watch TV just so that we can have that one moments rest as early as two weeks old.

I firmly believe that's where we go wrong. You hear about kids, infants, at merely four months of age 'loving' the new Sesame Street DVD. What ever happened to teaching your child colors, numbers, and letters from just talking to them about it?

It all starts there. Then as time goes on kids decide on their own and find that educational is not always entertaining. They start to watch Hannah Montana, I'm So Raven, Zach and Cody, plus all of the other stuff they 'just have to watch.'

Meanwhile parents don't force their children to go outside. Shoot, they won't even let them go outside alone at a decent age because something *might* happen to their child. Then they have to be the ones to take the kids out to the park.

A few bad days of work later the child gets the much needed exercise after mom begged and begged him to go to the park peeling him away from the TV. The kid has no fun. Mom is sitting right there. All the other kids aren't at the park because their parents, too, worry that they *might* have something happen to them. Mom gets tired and tells little Johnny to read a book before bed. She's going to watch TV. He grabs his hand-held video game and plays that under the covers.

So, it's a visious cycle. We shove TV in our kids faces when we want them to leave us alone and then we end up taking them from the TV kicking and screaming. How does this make sense? I have no clue. Haha. On top of all that we have parents who are too afraid [even though they live in a good part of town] that their child will be harmed in some way. Sure, things can happen but sheltering your child isn't doing him/her or you any good. Then parents just don't find it fun to read to their children or have their children read to them. Therefore, kids loose interest in reading and get instant gratification by watching a movie or TV show. There are so many other things that contribute too. I just feel these are the main reasons!

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where can i find information on how to become a bike mechanic?

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EpicRacer

i am a senior in high school and am required to do a 1000 word report on a vocation of my choice that i want to pursue. i chose to study the area of bicycle mechanics and maintenance.

does anyone know where i can find this information specifically?

-general qualifications
-educational background necessary
-salary ranges and dependability of income
-additional benefits
-potential for advancement
-potential future
-impact of family life

if you know anywhere to find info like this or have some insight yourself, i am open. please dont recommend my bike shop though. i do have to set up an interview with the owner of the shop, but i am supposed to have this info before then.

thanks for your help

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As a mechanic/salesperson and bike geek for MANY years now, you ask a good question and I will do what I can to help you out.
First off, general qualifications would be...
a) a cycling background, so you are familiar with the parts and products in the cycling world.
b) a mechanical nature... the kid that takes everything apart just to see how it works. Bonus points if you could put everything back together functionally without any extra screws!
c) a willingness to give up a good portion of your cycling time. I used to ride 10,000 miles per year in my high school days, but once I started at a bike shop, that shot dramatically down, to about 1500-2000 miles per year!

Educational background necessary...
a) At LEAST a high school diploma... Trust me, a high school dropout bike mechanic is not exactly... appealing to the ladies, so to speak!
b) If you want industry respect, the Barnett Bicycle Institute in Colorado Springs, Colorado is THE name in mechanic schools.
http://www.bbinstitute.com/
c) Once established in the industry, start looking at the US Olympic Training Center (Colorado Springs, CO) to get your USCF (US Cycling Federation) professional race mechanic certification. This opens the door to possibly doing professional wrench work for professional racers... maybe even Tour De France stuff?!?!
d) Use the standard retail hours to further your education by going to college at night, its better than bartending your way through school!

Salary ranges and dependability of income...
a) very market dependent, if you are in a big city with a large bicycle sales market share, you can expect a qualified experienced mechanic to make $15+ per hour. In smaller towns or smaller shops without much market penetration, you can expect $9-10 per hour.

Additional Benefits...
a) DISCOUNT
b) DISCOUNT
c) DISCOUNT
d) you can make money on the side at races.
e)You can do "bike rodeo's" at local schools to help kids with riding techniques and safety instructions.
f) You can start talking "tihs" to all your huffy owner friends by showing them what a piece of crap their $65 "investment" really is!
g) You can make fun of the customers that come into the shop with their bike frame in 7 different pieces and their wheels bent like pretzels, when they start the story with "Well, I was JUST RIDING ALONG when...." this is the JRA story which basically says that nothing the rider did could have possibly caused the amount of damage that has been done, and therefore, they aren't responsible for the damage done to the bike... LOL
h) you meet some VERY interesting people in the professional cycling industry!
i) you might get your foot in the door with a company like Trek, Mavic, Giant, etc... and go international with your skills!

Potential for advancement...
a) not much. Once a mechanic, you become the backbone of any professional shop and you are relied upon to continue doing that very job to the best of your ability. The only advancement for most mechanics might be to "Lead Mechanic" or "Mechanic Dept. Manager". Other than that, you would be looking at starting your own shop. That is the logical progression... Start at the bottom (cleaning bikes, changing flat tires...) and work your way up to mechanic, then after several years of saving, start your own shop, using the knowledge of the company you have been working for against them. Whatever you think they don't do well, you might want to make a focus in your own business!

Potential Future...
a) if you are savvy, you might be able to turn your one off shop into a small local/regional chain and might make a good living after many years of dedication. Some good examples of that might be Bicycles West in the Seattle Washington area, http://bicycleswest.com/index.cfm
(the company I started with many years ago)

Impact on family life...
a) It is a pretty flexible type of job, but benefits like health/dental/vision insurance are usually either not offered, or fairly expensive to maintain on most mechanics income. That can make having a family a bit challenging, but that may be some years down the road for you, and may not be a concern.
b) you WILL meet HOTTT women in this industry... I mean melt your eyeballs out of your skull, dunk your head in a vat of liquid nitrogen to cool off kind of hot... so you might meet your potential future love interest in this industry, or at least you will HOPE you do!

How many kids does Crystal have on the show Roseanne?

xpunkstarl

i know from the episode where she finds out shes pregnant shortly after having Little Ed that theres two... and from the episode Terms of Estrangement shes in the bike shop with two kids a boy and a girl. and then when she's with Dans father she has a son named Lawnie (sp?) so i am pretty confused as to how many she has and what she has lol

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She has 3. The oldest, Lonnie, is her deceased husband's child. The two youngest, Little Ed and Angela, are Ed's.

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Bike frame size for someone that's 5'5.5?

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mogwai

I found a really great used bike I want to buy, but I'm iffy on the frame size. I'm 5'5 and a half and when I measure my leg length it comes to about 29-30 inches. The bike I'm interested in is 54 cm, is that too big? I'd only be riding it to and from work (less than half an hour a day). It's a cruiser bike if that makes any difference on the sizing.

I used a site's calculator and it recommends trying 52 cm size, is 2 cm a big deal?

I'm going to see it on monday-I've read when you ride the bike your leg should still be slightly bent with the pedal in the 6 o'clock position, can I base my decision on size with that?

Any other tips in regards to buying a used bike would be appreciated-I haven't owned a bike since I was a kid so I'm a bit cluless overall.

Thanks.

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It will probably be too big. Frame sizes vary so charts are not very accurate. Two things to look for.
1. Stand over height, you want 1-2 inches of clearance between you and the top bar. You can go as much as three. 2. With the saddle adjusted to the proper height and your hands on the hoods the front axle should line up with the handlebars. If it is a little off you can replace the stem if you need to.

The fit on a road bike should feel like the perfect position of your car seat. You try to drive someones car that is taller or shorter then you it wont fell comfortable. It's no different on a bike.

Okay people!!!! Be my Suze Orman! I am 19, fabulous, broke, in college and want a $700-$800 road bike?

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Save me the embarrassment/time of appearing on the Suzy show to ask this question. I am at a university, very prestigious university in my US state and I am looking to buy a decent road bike in the $700-$800 USD range. I am 19 years old and am a junior in college. I currently have $4200 in savings and $8000 remaining in tuition to pay up until June of 2011, when I graduate with a bachelors of biochemistry. Hard times/classes ahead of me and the money counts! HOWEVER, I LIVE AT HOME! Mommy will always help. lol just kidding. I don't plan on it though, and hold myself responsible as an adult and pay things myself first. I have won $6500+ in scholarships so far, and worked down my account from $8000 last fall to what it is now on tuition. I have a past of riding in organized road bike rides/love the Tour de France and am a biking fanatic! My mom understands this, and she wants me to buy a bike, saying I deserve it. An aluminum works for me.
My birthday arrives at 20 in 46 days (b-day money perhaps). My neighbor has a Cannondale R600 aluminum that I might be able to haggle on for a price.

I know this is stupid, but I never buy anything for myself. Spring is around the corner, and I want to show the campus folks who a real rider is. My old pediatrician wants to ride the mountains again this coming summer like last.

Help this 19 year guy who is young, fabulous and nearly broke (THAT's ME HAHA!). I tend to think that we face desires in life and money on hand - we have to keep focusing on what's most important with our money. I cannot tell you how many times I have wanted things and been patient with my tuition. I hardly partly/am a good kid.
I completely agree. I was just testing the waters...maybe. I understand what you mean by "financially stable"

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If you are looking for a road bike the Trek Road 1 series bikes run from $659 to $1099 The 1.1 spec's are below and it runs $659 http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/road/#1_series for the price I don't think you'll find anything better. you can look through the bikes at the link or site above.

Frameset
Sizes 47, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62cm
Frame Alpha White Aluminum
Fork Aluminum
Wheels
Wheels Alloy hubs; Bontrager Approved alloy rims
Tires Bontrager Sport, 700x23c
Drivetrain
Shifters Shimano 2300 STI, 8 speed
Front Derailleur Shimano 2300
Rear Derailleur Shimano 2300
Crank FSA Tempo 50/34
Cassette Sun Race CSR86 12-25, 8 speed
Pedals Nylon body w/alloy cage
Components
Saddle Bontrager R1
Seat Post Bontrager SSR
Handlebars Bontrager Sport, 26.0mm
Stem Bontrager Approved, 15 degree, 26.0mm
Headset Aheadset Slimstak w/semi-cartridge bearings, sealed
Brakeset Alloy dual pivot w/Shimano 2300 STI levers

As far as sizing you need to remember that every bike sold is different according to models and manufacturers and no two are the same along with every person being different that is why being fitted is important.
You can use the chart below to get an Idea of the recommended frame size for someone your height and inseam measurement should ride. If you follow the link below there is a Related article: Adjusting Your Bike For Proper Fit there and it will explain all the things you need to take into consideration.
http://bicycling.about.com/od/howtoride/a/bike_sizing.htm


Determining Your Road Bike Frame Size
Height........ Inseam Length...Bike Frame Size
4'10" - 5'1"...25.5â - 27â........46 - 48 cm
5'0" - 5'3".... 26.5" - 28"....... 48 - 50 cm
5'2" - 5'5".... 27.5" - 29" .......50 - 52 cm
5'4" - 5'7".....28.5" - 30"........52 - 54 cm
5'6" - 5'9".....29.5" - 31"........54 - 56 cm
5'8" - 5'11"...30.5" - 32".......56 - 58 cm
5'10" - 6'1"...31.5" - 33".......58 - 60 cm
6'0" - 6'3".....32.5" - 34"........60 - 62 cm
6'2" - 6'5".... 34.5" - 36"....... 62 - 64 cm

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Whats there to do in Los Angeles?

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Datsun Man

I want to do something this weekend. But I don't know what. I live in Los Angeles, California. And I have a 20 month old and a 9 month old. SO whats going on in Los Angeles this weekend?

ANy ideas of what I can do?

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Well maybe you can find something on this list, I think the kids would enjoy kiddieland at the Santa Monica Pier...or you could drive down the coast and go to Lego land.... or since it's Saturday try out the Melrose Trading Post and let us know how you like it...Have Fun...

TRY THESE THINGS TO SEE IN L.A.:>>>>>
1.EAT AT PINKS OR IN AND OUT BURGER
2.FARMERS MARKET AT THE GROVE
(@ FAIRFAX AND W. 3RD)
3.See a Movie at GRAUMINâS CHINESE Theater
4.GRIFFITH OBSERVATORY, NOTE--RESERVATIONS NOW REQUIRED
5.GETTY MUSEUM IN TOWN OFF 405
6.GETTY VILLA MALIBU
7.NORTON SIMON MUSEUM (Pasadena)
8.HOLLYWOOD BOWL CONCERTS
9.WALK OF STARS (3 ½ miles round trip<warningâlol)
10.RODEO DRIVE, Via Rodeo
11.TOUR OF STAR HOMES
12.IVY, KITSON (ON N. ROBERTSON) , HOTEL MARMONT, SPAGO
13.SANTA MONICA PIER AND PROMANADE, RIDE FERRIS WHEEL, Kiddieland, Ivy by the Seaâ¦Fred Segal IIâ¦dinosaur/arborsâ¦
14.VENICE BEACH (Street Performers)
15.CATALINA ISLAND (CONCERTS) (CATAMARAN TO AVALON) out of Long Beach or Newport Beach..THE CASINO.
16. STUDIO TOUR (UNIVERSAL/CITY WALK OR WARNER BROS.)
17.CHECK OUT DISNEY, DREAMWORKS, PARAMOUNT, NBC
18. DODGER STADIUM BASEBALL GAME
19.DOWNTOWN L.A.-LUMMIS HOUSE, ANGELS FLIGHT
20.CLUB AT HYDE, AREA, TEDDYâS, PRIVILEDGE, LES DEUX, PARC, MOOD
21.BEVERLY HILTON, TRADER VICS, SPARKLES
22.BEVERLY HILLS CITY HALL
23.COFFEE BEAN AND TEA LEAF
24.HUNTINGTON BEACH SURFING AND SURF MUSEUM
25. DISNEYLAND
26.KNOTTS BERRY FARM, 6 FLAGS/MAGIC MOUNTAIN
27.LEBREA TAR PITS AND PAGE MUSEUM ON WILSHIRE
28.LAKERS BASKETBALL- STAPLES ARENA
29.L.A. OPEN AT RIVIERA COUNTRY CLUB
30.L.A. EQUESTRIAN CENTER
31.BIG BEAR SKIING
32.PALM SPRINGS GOLF AND TRAM RIDE
33.RIVER WALK AND L.A. RIVER GARDENS
34.EAT AT MR. CHOWâS OR KOI OR YAMASHIRO
35.VISIT ZUMA BEACH, PIER AT MALIBU AND PARADISE COVE
36.FOOSE DESIGN AND HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARDWALK
37.AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC (LONG BEACH) AND QUEEN MARY II
38.LOS ANGELES ZOO
39.GENE AUTREY WESTERN MUSEUM
40.HIKE UP MT. LEE AND VISIT BRONSON (BATMAN) CAVES
41.U.S.C. / U.C.L.A. FOOTBALL, LA COLUSIUM OR ROSE BOWL
42.PETERSEN AUTO MUSEUM
43.HOLLYWOOD PARK RACE TRACK
44.DANA POINT WHALE WATCHING (75 MILLES SOUTH)
45.SAN SIMEON (250 MILES NORTH)
46.HUNTINTON LIBRARY AND GARDENS (San Marino)
47.HOLLYWOOD WAX MUSEUM AND KODAK THEATER TOUR
48.DRIVE MULLHOLLAND DRIVE
49.RIPLEYâS BELIEVE IT OR NOT MUSEUM
50.COMMERCE CASINO CLUB, COMMERCE, CALIâ¦.
51.SANTA ANITA RACE TRACK, ARCADIA, CALIâ¦.
52.FRED SEGAL
53.REDONDO BEACH PIER
54.BEVERLY HILLS HOTEL,Polo Lounge
55.BICYCLE CLUB CASINO (BELL GARDENS, CA.)
56.MT. WILSON OBSERVATORY-(UCLA Astronomy-Cal.Rt #2))
57.HOLLYWOOD SIGN HIKE AND PICS, L.A.PICS
58.BEACH BONFIREâMONTHY SPECIAL
(FREE WOOD AND HOTDOGS)
59.DRIVE ON PISMO BEACH-MENTION U SAW THIS AD...lol
60.HELICOPTER TOUR OF L.A.
61.GONDOLA RIDE AT NAPLES ISLAND (ALIMITOS BAY)


ACTIVITIES under probationary consideration: LOL
A.Renaissance Festival
B.Haunted Hollywood Tour
C.China Town
D. Rockwalk
E.Wax Museum
F.Melrose Trading Post (Saturdays only)

What changes has George W. Bush contributed to the English language ?

Dorcas

Do you suppose the changes, if any, will be permanent?

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Thanks to George "Dubya" Bush, now we have the term "Bushism" becoming more popular than Malapropism (ludicrous misuse of words, especially through confusion caused by resemblance in sound... ); it's so much easier to say "Bushism" than "Malapropism" anyway! He's also done away with yet another speech problem, formerly known as "Spoonerisms," (instead of saying, "A well-oiled bicycle," what would come out unintentionally would be, "A well-boiled icicle").

In fact, do a Google search under the name Bushism and see if I'm kidding. He is not only famous for his Malaprops and Spoonerisms but also for his foot-in-mouth comments, too, but somehow not as eloquent as Yogi Berra's famous sayings... there was a nice innocence to Yogi's remarks, and they made sense, too! But... Bushisms....?

Oh, the changes are uniquely his... imagine, American has become the laughing stock of the world and they love to hear him speak with his foot in his mouth! He's quite the comedian... he got that from his days as a Texas rodeo clown!

Thanks to George "Dubya" Bush, the entire world now recognizes America as a country that gives the mentally deficient an equal opportunity in the work force! Heck, we managed to elect a complete idiot to the Presidency on TWO consecutive occasions! Ain't that something? ONLY in America!

And we refuse to allow any other world leader to call him names... he's OURS to abuse and call all sorts of foul names!

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Are there any other Moms out there with kids who ride motocross?

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bluestartx

I'm trying to start a group for mothers of children who ride motocross. Give me a shout if you fit the bill :-)

motocrossmomsoftexas@yahoogroups.com

Do you make your child wear ALL that gear- ALL the time-even when there riding for fun off track? Do you get scared? Do you participate? Help out? How?

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Well I am a mom of 2 girls-ages 9 and 6 and they have started out riding on their own this past summer-on a 50cc quad- now they have been passengers on all different sizes from 50's to 500's which they love..but by themselves just the little 50 so far..my youngest is the daredevil risk taker-who wants to be just like daddy! And he is crazy-loco on a bike- but is a skilled rider with many hrs&yrs of it. So yes I get extremely scared & nervous when any of them ride- I strictly enforce helmets above all..but yes if we had all the gear for them I would enforce that also when they moved on up to the next class of cc riding-but @ the moment it would get in the way with lil quad. But what makes a difference also is if u ride-because then you have experience in what you talk- basically you practice what u preach and that makes the children more likely to welcome your knowledge,criticism and expertise.Hope this helps- good luck with your group- Im in AZ rt. now and here shortly we will be living in Virginia- so maybe we can combine our groups once we get settled in but 4 now u can reach me @laylasland and thats @ yahoo. if u want to chat more on the subject!

whats the best toys for my toddler?

ilovemyson

i want to start christmas shopping for my 19 month old son . hes wild and loves jumping and playing and riding his bike . hes a typical little boy . im trying to think of good toys that hell love for christmas ? any ideas moms?

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Hi there, I love my son too! He's now three and a half, but when he turned 1, I got him a Fisher-Price Power-Quad that has a recommended age of 1+. He liked it at first but really picked it up at about 20 months. Now at age 3, he rides it more than ever and even takes his younger 21 month old sister. I posted a video of it here:

http://www.kids-toys-parents-love.com/Kids_atvs.html

Educational toys are really fun and important too, and while the LeapFrog Scribble and Write is aimed at children 3 to 5, our 20 month old daughter plays with it and loves it. One of the reasons why I like this one so much is that one day I went to work as our boy was struggling to understand it. By the time we came back he had figured out how to write all the letters of the alphabet and would repeat what the Scribble & Write would say, "first draw a line from here to here, then make a curved line here, finally draw a line from here, to here."

Take a look at some pictures here: http://www.kids-toys-parents-love.com/alphabet_learning.html

Both are fun, one nourishes his wild side at about $80, while the other nourishes his mind at just under $20.

Good luck with your shopping and happy holidays to you and your son!

http://www.kids-toys-parents-love.com/alphabet_learning.html

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Are these fixie rims good?

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Alberto M

New to fixies.
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/bik/2022409348.html.

or these?
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/bik/2015110951.html

should i just get more expensive ones? what would you recommend.
i dont want to waste a lot of money. just starting off.
sorry, first link doesnt work. here it is. http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/bik/2020823308.html

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Alberto, my suggestion is not to waste your money on a fixed gear bike in the first place. A fixie will take all the joy out of riding.
I bought my first true 10 speed bike in 1980. People today have no appreciation on how well bicycles work today especially the gear changing components. Brakes are so much better with the introduction of dual pivot and disc brakes. Heck, a 3 speed or 7 speed internal hub equipped bike is better than a fixed gear bike. As a kid I started with a 1 speed bike with coaster brake. Always wished for more. Then I received a 3 speed. NEVER rode the single speed again. No need.
If you decide to go forward with a fixed gear bike, buy the lightest weight wheelset your budget allows. Weight is the enemy of all bicyclist. Since you will not be going fast, a light wheelset will help you get started since you will be using tall gearing.
Good Luck

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Wanting to start cycling ?

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Bob Brown

I have just bought a giant, boulder 4 hybrid bike( if Anyones heard of it) for 400 bucks. It's a great ride but what ways can I modify it with new parts etc to make it an easier ride???

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Bob,

Here are a few options to consider.

http://www.norco.com/bikes/kids/24-inch/â¦

http://www.norco.com/bikes/urban/hybrid/â¦

http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/towâ¦

http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/towâ¦

You might want to give it time. Ride the bike. Become familiar with the bike first and see how things feel and fit for your purposes. Purchasing add ons and what not are all good ideas, but riding reveals what is a good spend and what is not. Riding unveils riders needs and weaknesses this is invaluable to not wasting money thus truly enhancing the bike riding experiences. I for one, read about all of the things bike manufacturers intend for my dollar. I look at pictures and review components and accessories. I keep things in mind while I ride. For instance, riding at night is a good thing for my schedule. It gives me a few more hours to take in 2-3 miles before bed time. While riding I realized I need a light. While riding at night without helmet and light I realized I needed both and that they better be good because my life depends on both. I look at the different types of helmets and asked obvious questions to some on Y/A but I am evaluating what makes sense. I ask what helmet do you wear? Why wear a helmet? Has a particular helmet brand stood out to you, if so why? These questions from others inform me to make better decisions, based on my experience first, realizing the need for a helmet.

The same can be said for a bike light. Some bike lights are measured in candle power others lumens. Some lights are led, others halogen bulb and so forth. Do I get a 1 watt or 2 watt headlight? What is the price point that seems reasonable? More importantly, based on the fact that I may ride 3-5 miles at night do I need a $250 head light? Is a $38 headlight satisfactory? Only by riding at night realizing my path through a wooded area with some street lighting will inform me. And, the experience of others who have already put into good use what I might be considering. This is at least my process, I respectfully suggest that you develop one if you want to be serious minded about cycling, if not you will be chasing your tail at your own expense.

Best.

Installing underglow on 70cc scooter?

macnkitty2

I would like to install some LED underglow lights on my Sym JetEuro 70cc scooter. I have found some kits for motorcycles that look like they'd work on my scooter.

http://www.kapscomoto.com/Shop-By-Product/LED-Accent-Kits/Universal/Flex-Line-7-in-1-Color-LED-Motorcycle-Bike-Accent-Light-Kit-p531.html

http://www.motorcycleledlights.com/6pc-Orange-Flexible-Motorcycle-LED-Lights.aspx

Is it as simple as putting the strips where I want them, running the wires to the control box (most kids come with one), and wiring the control box to my scooter's battery? Will my battery be strong enough to illuminate all those LEDs?

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It's not your battery you're going to be worried about, it's your stator. When the bike is running, it's running off of the output of the stator coil (alternator.) Typically the system is designed to have just enough push to run the systems and keep the battery full.

I'm not familiar with your Sym JetEuro, but if it's like any other 70cc scooter out there it's not going to have a large electrical current to draw on.

When you rev it up, does your headlight get significantly brighter? That's a good indication that your system is borderline unbalanced, and adding another load will make it worse.

The good news is that LED's draw almost NO amperage. The control box might, however. If I were you, I'd try to find a cheap used set, and without installing them, hook them up to the battery. Start up the bike and see what happens. Test your idling voltage at your battery with and without the lights hooked up, and then try it at 1/2 throttle. Make sure the 2 sets of numbers don't vary much.

Can't be much more specific than that, bud, sorry. The worst thing that could happen is you'll get where you're going, return to start up the bike, and the battery will be down or dead. With a scoot, you can always push start it...

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