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Ronin

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  1. As a follow up to this, there is one FYI/Issue with this solution.

    The "cleaning wax" adheres very well, and if you attempt to wipe your watch with a cloth, you will transfer the wax from the bracelet to the crystal if you are not careful. Likewise, with long sleeves. I am constantly getting a film on the crystal from the wax. It does not hurt the crystal, but makes it look smudgy. :mellow:-_-

  2. If someone grabbed my wrist/arm, they would on the ground faster than a 28,800 second.

    I think what you did was fine. Sometimes the bigger the lie, the more believable. If that makes sense. By standing your ground and thrusting the watch upon him like you did-- probably took him by surprise. This guy was clearly a douchebag, so your fib is cool with me.

  3. @Freddy333. You are not alone. I went through a very similar frustration back during the RWG Photo Contest that Lani put together. I attempted to use a borrowed Canon XTI with the exact same feeling/results.

    I wound up going back to my ancient SD630 for Macro shots for the contest.

    Great thread. Waiting for more experts to chime in.

  4. Might be a good idea to do each disc separately instead of the whole thing.

    The first disks are slightly easier, and the program flows as such. The payoff comes in the later upper body work outs. At least in my case.

    Remember P90X is NOT for new/returning to working out people. There is actually a Fit Test you should take prior to starting.

    In my opinion, if you can not do:

    25 push-ups right now

    1 pull/chin up

    60 situps

    Run 1 mile in under 9 minutes

    -or- Bike 20 miles with relative ease

    Then DO NOT jump into P90X. Start with something else.

  5. Looking forward to this. Hope BK takes up the charge.

    As far as the wait...Come on guys, it was well known that the SeaDweller would not be ready until September or later.

    I am guessing a small operation like this needs to rely on pre-orders, and general interest before proceeding.

    Good things come to those who wait, or so they say. ;)

  6. but there's going to be a point where bodyweight exercises aren't going to be building anymore muscle because more resistance is needed.

    This is not the case with the upper body exercises on the program. You should be adding adding/increasing weights, and your choice 8-10 or 12-15 reps for different results.

    Also, it is meant as a 90 program unless you combine P90X lean + P90X classic + P90XPlus. 270 days max, then move on to something else.

    I do agree, without the proper diet, YMMV.

  7. That's what I thought too for about the first week. But after 19 miles over 2 months it's not just noobie running pain. I can get to about the end of my block before my shins hurt.

    I am not sure you have the correct running shoes. Running shoes comes in models that emphasize either Cushioning, or Stability / Motion Control. Most people err on the side of cushioning, when a stability model is probably a better fit. (similar to the Gel Bike Saddle argument).

    For years I was running with a Nike cushioning shoe. Went to a pro-runner shoe store and found out: 1.) I was wearing a 1/2 size too small for running, and 2.) Needed a stability shoe. I have now been running on Brooks Adrenaline GTS shoes for 4 years and Zero pain anywhere -- until they wear out and then my knees tell me its time for new shoes.

  8. Great advice above. And don't be afraid of the older bike. I have a $5000 custom, full carbon, SRAM Red, Race bike...Funny thing is, I still like riding my 25 year old Schwinn for "around town <20 mile rides". :g:

    Invest in a proper fit at your local bike shop. Make sure your seat is not too high. This can put extra pressure on the family jewels as well.

    As Admin said, those two investments are gold. If you are not willing to go with clip in shoes, just make sure you ride with a STIFF soled shoe.

    Keep the shiny side up. You will be doing a half-century before you know it. :)

  9. After googling, and searching the usual large web parts houses, I am at a loss.

    I am in need of a rather large ligne /80/ for a sweep seconds hand for this chrono movement. 80 is usually a "minute" hand size.

    This movement comes in @ 200/150/80 w/ 20 subdials.

    HELP, need a source.

    Thanks in advance.

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