LordOfTheFish Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 This + Halo 3. Also got a coffee mug in china town NYC that you can stick a spoon through two holes in the handle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astrotoy7 Posted August 5, 2010 Author Share Posted August 5, 2010 Our lucky Canadian friends are now the first in the world that are able to get TV via IP though the 360 (via Telus). More info here Can't wait til we also get it in Oz later this year. In other cool news, I just booked a ticket to this place, arriving late Sept. ZOMG=EXCITED I'm going to be running and climbing all over the place, like Ezio in AC2 mtfbwya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miltiades Posted August 5, 2010 Share Posted August 5, 2010 Ah, Firenze. That's so awesome, Astro. When you're in the Basilica, don't forget to search for one of the seals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ztalker Posted August 5, 2010 Share Posted August 5, 2010 Wait...maybe Astro is the one who will leave the seals behind...Astro = subject 16? Woah. I went ahead and scrambled all the letters in his last post. It revealed some shocking and rather disturbing things regarding rubber chickens and Madame Curie .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astrotoy7 Posted August 6, 2010 Author Share Posted August 6, 2010 cheers Miltiades and Ztalker. I'll be liveblogging my trip for my Art History site, click the funny logo in my sig around after Sep 28 for more info If there's anything specific you want me to check out/take a pic of - let me know mtfbwya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negative Sun Posted August 9, 2010 Share Posted August 9, 2010 While you're in Italy, get rid of the pope will you? Got this recently: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astor Posted August 19, 2010 Share Posted August 19, 2010 Not what I had wanted (I had gone to try and get Legacy: Storms), but this is hardly a disappointment, especially seeing as it's got a Mara Jade story in it. Got a a nice 'Empire Strikes Back' T-shirt too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Det. Bart Lasiter Posted August 19, 2010 Share Posted August 19, 2010 Got a new Les Paul. Gonna go get a nice Marshall tube amp later today. Oh yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mav Posted August 20, 2010 Share Posted August 20, 2010 Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game unbeatable old school awesome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LordOfTheFish Posted August 21, 2010 Share Posted August 21, 2010 Getting ready to buy a fixed gear bike. Now I'll actually have a form of transportation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samnmax221 Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 Put some brakes on it unless you want to A. Blow out your knees B. Crash C. Piss everyone off Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChAiNz.2da Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 Just found out that as of next Tuesday, my edit suite has been booked all week to create a 10 minute goodwill presentation on Corporate Social Responsibility on behalf of us (of course), DeBeers, & CIBJO (World Jewellery Confederation) pretty much the entire International Jewelry Industry. Video will be played for members and attendees at the World Diamond Council.. oh, and... ... the United Nations ... Gee.. no pressure there It's kinda freakin' my world at the moment, but I guess that's a good thing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth333 Posted September 4, 2010 Share Posted September 4, 2010 Getting ready to buy a fixed gear bike. Now I'll actually have a form of transportation. 1. No brakes? is this thing even legal (where you live, of course)? Insurance companies sure wouldn't like it here... Putting a few extra bucks for your safety and the safety of others seems like a no-brainer to me (it seems to be an option provided by the manufacturer though) 2. If you're looking for a bike that will be used mainly as a means of transportation (vs strict road performance), why not look for something more comfortable, safe and versatile? I am sure there are other options, especially for bikes weighting 20 something pounds as the one mentioned above. I just bought this one (male version is here) (ref. to initial price is not really relevant as bicycles are almost all discounted in the North these days, just like the one you linked at) which allows me to go to the corner store as well as going on a longer weekend ride without breaking my back and it's easy to look around for traffic too ( and it has breaks too). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LordOfTheFish Posted September 4, 2010 Share Posted September 4, 2010 Put some brakes on it unless you want to A. Blow out your knees B. Crash C. Piss everyone off 1. No brakes? is this thing even legal (where you live, of course)? Insurance companies sure wouldn't like it here... Putting a few extra bucks for your safety and the safety of others seems like a no-brainer to me (it seems to be an option provided by the manufacturer though) 2. If you're looking for a bike that will be used mainly as a means of transportation (vs strict road performance), why not look for something more comfortable, safe and versatile? I am sure there are other options, especially for bikes weighting 20 something pounds as the one mentioned above. I just bought this one (male version is here) (ref. to initial price is not really relevant as bicycles are almost all discounted in the North these days, just like the one you linked at) which allows me to go to the corner store as well as going on a longer weekend ride without breaking my back and it's easy to look around for traffic too ( and it has breaks too). There is a special form of braking called skidding that fix gear riders use. Because the bike can pedal both backwards and forwards it can be forced to a stop if you know how to do it. Some people are good enough at it that it's more useful than traditional brakes. Basically you stand up (some lean forward) and keep the pedal still. The bike sort of slowly glides to a stop. It's actually pretty cool how they do it. I myself do plan on getting a front break. I'll be riding this thing to school and on the way there is an overpass that's rather tall. Right at the bottom is a stop-light. Unless I slow myself down a ton I'll pretty much be screwed and unable to stop if the light is red until I learn how to skid really well. On the plus side fix gears are very fast and are design to give you the best overall body workout due to not being able to coast when you get tired. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TriggerGod Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 You guys all got cool stuff, I only got these Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Rtas Vadum Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 Just like Bloodlines, I just can't keep away from this...I think I'm also...ah forget it. Great game though - Love the Alien Campaign, which is the main reason I got it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astor Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 And some new clothes, but they aren't important. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samnmax221 Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 There is a special form of braking called skidding that fix gear riders use. Because the bike can pedal both backwards and forwards it can be forced to a stop if you know how to do it. Some people are good enough at it that it's more useful than traditional brakes. Basically you stand up (some lean forward) and keep the pedal still. The bike sort of slowly glides to a stop. It's actually pretty cool how they do it. I myself do plan on getting a front break. I'll be riding this thing to school and on the way there is an overpass that's rather tall. Right at the bottom is a stop-light. Unless I slow myself down a ton I'll pretty much be screwed and unable to stop if the light is red until I learn how to skid really well. On the plus side fix gears are very fast and are design to give you the best overall body workout due to not being able to coast when you get tired. Skidding is what I was referring to when I mentioned blowing your knees out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth333 Posted September 10, 2010 Share Posted September 10, 2010 There is a special form of braking called skidding I know about this but still this kind of bike is not allowed on public roads in some parts of the world and some insurance companies, whether you know how to brake (without blowing you knees off or not) or not might deny coverage, depending on which company and where you live. Btw, one cyclist ran into my car, took one of my mirrors away the other day and broke his arm...It was 5 am and I was going to the airport, I stopped at the red light and waited there with my flasher onf or about 2 minutes until I had a green right arrow indicating I could turn right and then, he just came out from behind my car, crossing me on the right hand side... and smashed into my mirror as he couldn't stop even if the light to move forward was red since minutes ago for him ... (in addition it was dark and he had no lights/stripes or anything to indicate his presence). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LordOfTheFish Posted September 11, 2010 Share Posted September 11, 2010 Btw, one cyclist ran into my car, took one of my mirrors away the other day and broke his arm...It was 5 am and I was going to the airport, I stopped at the red light and waited there with my flasher onf or about 2 minutes until I had a green right arrow indicating I could turn right and then, he just came out from behind my car, crossing me on the right hand side... and smashed into my mirror as he couldn't stop even if the light to move forward was red since minutes ago for him ... (in addition it was dark and he had no lights/stripes or anything to indicate his presence). I know, I have a friend who managed to run into a stopped car. Fortunately it turned out to be his older brother's best friend. Some people who ride fixed gears don't seem to be very smart about it. Others are extra careful by slowing down at intersections, trying to avoid hills and narrow roads and other things of that nature. I do plan on using brakes on my bike until I get really good at skidding however. It's not like I can afford going through new $80 gator skin tires every month anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astor Posted October 9, 2010 Share Posted October 9, 2010 Last hat got cracked after a bad fall a few months back, and I finally got around to getting a replacement. Star Wars Toys > Video Games > Clothes > Personal Safety. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rtas Vadum Posted October 9, 2010 Share Posted October 9, 2010 Seagate 250gb External Hard Drive(Portable) Not a bad HD, which I got simply because I don't have much space on my computer's existing HD. I had a few connection problems with it at first, though they seem to have stopped. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth Avlectus Posted October 9, 2010 Share Posted October 9, 2010 Not what I had wanted (I had gone to try and get Legacy: Storms), but this is hardly a disappointment, especially seeing as it's got a Mara Jade story in it. Got a a nice 'Empire Strikes Back' T-shirt too. Omnibus books of the comics are always a good filler. I would verily much agree "hardly a disappointment". I got a black T shirt with chewbacca's mug shot on it clorized like Bob Marley. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TriggerGod Posted October 16, 2010 Share Posted October 16, 2010 2 arcade machines, snagged for about $125 total. The Konami machine has Frogger and Contra and many others that I don't really care about at this point. The Midway machine has... Defender 1&2? idk, been too busy playing Contra to pay attention to the Midway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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