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    22May

    It is important to maintain your Abu Garcia reels in order for them to perform at their very best.  After all, you have just made a major investment in your fishing equipment.  If you do not feel comfortable performing the maintenance yourself, simply send to an authorized service center.

    To perform the annual maintenance process, do the following instructions.  Use screwdriver to remove the handle nut cover and place one drop of oil on the center shaft.  Use wrench to remove the handle nut.  Remove the handle and star wheel.  Place one drop of oil onto the roller bearing inside the handle hub.  Loosen the three thumb screws to remove the entire handle side assembly.  Firmly pull the spool shaft out and place one drop of oil on the shorter side of the spool shaft.  When reinstalling the spool shaft, push the shaft into the side plate until you hear it click.  Place one drop of oil on each spool bearing, located inside the end of the spool; on the side opposite the handle, you must remove the spool pinion to access the bearing.  While the spool is out, place a small amount of grease on the cog gear and on the smaller gear of the spool pinion.  Place one or two drops of oil on the worm gear.  When reassembling your reel, it is important that the brake blocks are pushed toward the center of the spool.  Remember, do not over lubricate.

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    21May

    What we like about the Halex Premier badminton set is that it has everything you need.  From rackets to ground stakes.  Is included in a marvelous, easy-to-store, durable carrying case.  Every piece is made from heavy-duty materials, built to stand the test of time.  All weather technology makes for low maintenance care.

    This badminton set includes octagon telescoping PVC poles, durable ground stakes for extra stability, pre assembled double guide rope system with tension clips, durable molded pole anchors for stability, 4 tempered steel badminton rackets with grommets and padded grips.  Giant fun for healthy outdoor fun.

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    20May

    In the month of August and the heat is unavoidable, why not beat the heat with a Habitat Maze kids pool slide toy?  This way you will not let the warmth be a bummer for your child’s summer birthday party.

    If you don’t have a pool at your home, renting an inflatable water slide will also make the pool party work in your own backyard, too.  Sprinklers and a slip and slide are a less expensive option but they can still create a water wonderland.  During pool time classic games like Marco Polo, volleyball or basketball always make for great activities.  Whether at home or in a public pool, remember to make sure you have enough adults supervising the kids for safety while they are in the water.

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    19May

    By the mid 1890s, it was normal for baseball players to wear gloves in the field.  Baseball gloves have grown progressively larger since their inception.  A glove is typically worn on the non-dominant  hand, leaving the dominant hand for throwing the ball.   The shape and size of the baseball glove is governed by official baseball rules.

    The baseball glove has come a long way in over the past century.  Today, gloves are made more precisely and more efficiently.    For an example, the left handed first base mitt is designed for a first baseman to field and catch throws more efficiently.  There are still many advancements coming in the age of the baseball glove.

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    18May

    Filet The Black Drum

    posted by Jean

    The black drum is a saltwater fish similar to its cousin, the red drum.  Though most specimens are generally found in the 5 – 30 lb range, the black drum is well known as the largest of all the drum family.    The black drum is usually found in or near brackish waters.  Larger, older fish are more commonly found in the saltier areas near oyster beds or other plentiful food sources.

    Black drum are common between the Chesapeake Bay and Florida coasts, and most abundant along the Texas coast.  After reaching maturity by the end of their second year, black drum spawn in and around estuarine waters.  Be prepared with your electric filet knife in February and March, this is when the most spawning takes place in Texas.

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    17May

    In 1971, Major League Baseball made helmets mandatory, though some veterans continued to wear cloth caps with liners under a grandfather clause.  Starting in 1983, players were required to wear helmets with flaps extending down from the crown to cover the ear of the batter that was closest to the pitcher.  Players who had previously worn flapless helmets were allowed to continue doing so.  The first man to wear a helmet with a flap that was molded in as part of the factory construction was Tony Gonzalez, in 1964.

    In 2013, helmet manufacturer, Rawlings, introduced a new model of helmet, the S100 Pro Comp.  This helmet has been shown in tests to be able to withstand the impact of a 100 mph fastball.  Previous models were only tested to withstand 68 mph.  There are other helmet manufacturers also in today’s market, such as the Worth batting helmet.

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    16May

    Versatile Tripod Stools

    posted by Jean

    Tripod stools are versatile stools because they have many uses.  In recent times, tripod stools have seen numerous changes in the designs and in the materials used.  Earlier it was wood stools.  Now you have tripod stools in many materials like aluminum, plastic and steel.  The seat is made of cloth wood, leather making it a very useful form of seating especially where there is space constraint.  They can be folded, packed into cars or bikes and carried around.  There are many events that ask you to bring your own seat, especially if it is an open air program.

    At such times, a Texsport folding tripod stool is the handiest one.  You can open up the chair and be seated anywhere and enjoy the program.

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    15May

    A BH pinpointer metal detector will allow you to easily isolate your target for fast and easy retrieval. Be sure to pick out a good recovery tool and a holster to go along with your new pinpointer. With the right hand held pinpointer by your side, you will soon understand why so many treasure hunters swear by them. Many find that a probe makes their time in the field more enjoyable.

    Metal detector pinpoingint probes come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. The more expensive units are genuinely built with more rugged materials and offer more features. Begin narrowing your selection by deciding where you will be using the device.

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    14May

    Many of us interact with people only through email, Facebook, or texting.  Face-to-face interaction is so limited.  This type of “socializing’ is becoming detrimental to peoples’ personal relationships and children’s social development.  Human beings crave a sense of belonging and connectedness.  The face-to-face interaction, laughing, talking, and fun are missing due to much of today’s entertainment:  television, movies, websurfing, video games, etc which are not done in a group setting.

    Interactive game play enhances communication and closeness.  A ball and ladder game had been patented in 2001 by Robert G Reid, a postman who had played the game with his family for decades before filing for patent in November, 1999.  Reid sold his patent to Ladder Golf LLC in 2005.  Purchase yourself a deluxe steel lasso golf game and have fun with family, spend time with friends, blow off steam, or just enjoy some free time.  Playing games is one of the best ways to teach valuable life skills and build lasting relationships.

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    10May

    The Australian Duffel Bag

    posted by Jean

    Some may say the Australian duffel bag may well have as its direct cultural ancestor the swag.  The rolled up woollen blanket slung in bandolier fashion carried by itinerant workers or persons of no fixed abode in country areas mid 19th century to mid 20th century.  The early American slang term ‘bindle-stiff’ or ‘hobo carrying a bindle’.  In other words, a rolled up bundle containing belongings.

    The swag too may have had its origin in the military.  Prussian solders of the 19th century are said to have called their rolled up greatcoats carried bandolier-fashion by the same name.  Today, many are available in duffel bags bulk.

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