26 redline monocog geometry1/8/2024 ![]() If you want to put a rack or fenders on your Surly, we make lots of other models that do that. The geometry is intentionally low and tight to keep the Lowside nimble and fun to whip around. We left them off to help manage costs as well as to not distract from what this bike is focused on: knocking around and having a good time. All the little bits add-up and contribute to the cost of our bikes and frame. Most cable guides are intentionally omitted. With simplicity front of mind, we intentionally left off many of the rack and accessory fitments found on our other bikes. Produce a bike that was decidedly simple and fun to ride, but matched our expectations around bike fit and riding style, and was a bit less costly to produce. We wanted to address all of this with the Lowside. ![]() We love our old 1x1s because the bike just works. Bike handling geometry has changed a lot but the simple execution of it remains a defining feature. Many of us still have 1x1s and enjoy them, but that bike is a bit dated. Our goal was to do something that would be fun to ride, stripped down and simple, compatible with a lot of parts you already own, and a bit of a throwback - but not too far back. We tried to focus on these concepts when revisiting the legacy 1x1 frame. Take this “Rat Ride” for a spin and you’ll find that it “rides like a bike.” Isn’t that what really matters?” “Nobody wants to spend a bunch of cash on a single-speed… and why should they? To do so is contrary to the whole spirit of the single-speed experience.” This model pre-dates our little commercial exercise adopting the name “Surly”.Īs our 1998 “catalog” - and I use that term very generously because it was just a couple pieces of paper folded and stapled together - states: ![]() While Lowside is our newest bike, it is inspired from our very first frame, the 1x1 Rat Ride. Today, I get to introduce the newest miscreant in our selection of nefarious products.Īnd because studio shots are boring, here is a video of our engineer, Thor, putting the Lowside to work. ![]()
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Lorraine big thief meaning1/8/2024 ![]() The lesions in her bones and lungs were reduced to scar tissue and her bones fused into position leaving some new stability.ĭavid said: "The treatment worked really well and destroyed the cancer over the year and a half. She continued on the treatment plan for the next 18 months with good results considering the advanced stage of the cancer at first diagnosis. Two weeks after the C-section Lorraine started taking a drug called Afatinib to fight the cancer and Denosunab to help grow back the lost bone matter from her spine.īaby Henry was allowed home to meet his big brother Arthur after spending 10 weeks in intensive care (Image: David Topping) Lorraine underwent a biopsy on her spinal cord lesions, which showed a targetable mutation she could be treated for.ĭespite this she was given a terminal diagnosis - with just two years to live. Henry spent 10 weeks in intensive care and on high dependency wards on assisted breathing for under-developed lungs but pulled through and is growing into a healthy toddler at home. The couple opted for an elective C-section at 30 weeks to deliver their second son Henry, as there was low risk to the baby and this meant that Lorraine could undergo treatment for her cancer as soon as possible. ![]() Lorraine was admitted to hospital and began to struggle with her breathing - she tested positive for COVID-19 and spent another week getting over a complicated case of the virus. It was these cancerous lesions which had caused Lorraine's vertebrae to shatter, leaving her back in agony. The CT scan revealed evidence of cancerous lesions present in the lungs, spinal cord, ribs and lymph nodes. ![]() Lorraine was diagnosed with stage four to five lung cancer and bone metastases whilst she was 26 weeks pregnant in March 2020.Īfter her GP surgery failed to investigate Lorraine's complaints of persistent back pain, she was finally referred for a CT scan by midwives at the Medway Maritime Hospital. Lorraine with her newborn son Henry last year (Image: David Topping) ![]() ![]() ![]() The latest version of the HitPaw Photo Enhancer is 2.7. What is the Latest Version of the HitPaw Photo Enhancer? System Requirements of HitPaw Photo Enhancer for Mac Latest Version Release Added On: 4 December 2023.Compatibility Architecture: Apple-Intel Architecture.Setup Type: Offline Installer / Full Standalone Setup DMG Package.Setup App File Name: HitPaw-Photo-Enhancer-2.7.dmg.Mac Software Full Name: HitPaw Photo Enhancer for macOS. ![]() Expressive and creative image editing options.Compatibility with DSLR and smartphone photos.Vibrant and eye-catching photos with AI technology.Greater image clarity and visual appeal.Time-saving enhancements on multiple images.Streamlined workflow with batch processing.Professional-quality results for all photo types.User-friendly navigation for effective editing.Customizable image parameters for creative control.Support for various image formats, including RAW.Before-and-after comparison for instant feedback.Consistent enhancements across multiple photos.Quick adjustments or fine-tuning options. ![]()
Monthly family budget example1/7/2024 ![]() ![]() Pro Tip: When you’re making a budget, before you put in all the things you’ll pay for this month, set aside money for giving. It’s time to list your expenses! (Yep, this is when that bank account or statement gets super helpful.) Now that you’ve planned for the money coming in, you can plan for the money going out. You can adjust later in the month if you make more and add that extra money to your money goal or another budget line. If you’ve got an irregular income, take a look at what you’ve made the last few months and list the lowest amount as this month’s planned income budget line. Note: You’re working with net income here, meaning what you bring in after taxes or anything else that’s taken out of your paycheck. You work weekends as a barista or bagpiper for hire? That’s income and it goes in your budget.Ĭreate separate income budget lines for every paycheck you (and your spouse) make, plus anything extra coming in. Income is any money you plan to get during that month-that means your normal paychecks and any extra money coming your way through a side hustle, garage sale, freelance work or anything like that. That will give you the info you need as you start filling out numbers on your budget. Pro Tip: Before you dive into the steps, open up your online bank account or grab your bank statements. Just saying.) Either way, it’s totally okay to start by writing out everything on a sheet of paper. (We know a great tool called EveryDollar. No matter how you feel about budgeting right now, no matter what money goals you have, and no matter your income-you can make (and keep!) a budget in just five steps.įirst, decide if you’re making a budget on paper, with a spreadsheet or in an app. Keep reading to see how to make it happen so you can make a budget that works for you. When you learn how to make a budget-and do it every month-you’re giving your money purpose. It’s a plan for what’s coming in and what’s going out. It’s not a restriction on spending-it’s a plan for what you’ll do with your money. Real quick though, let’s define the word budget. Make a New Budget Before the Month Begins. ![]() Here’s how to make a budget in five steps. So, here we go-bite by bite, step by step. (You go one bite at a time.) And no one leaps into budgeting like a pro. Because no one eats an elephant by swallowing it whole. Making a budget might seem overwhelming at first, but hear this: You can do it. ![]() Area 1 r soccer1/7/2024 ![]() ![]() However, relatively few reviews have focused on technical, as opposed to physical, performance while also addressing the practicalities associated with carbohydrate consumption when limited in-play feeding opportunities exist. The link between cognitive function and blood glucose availability suggests that carbohydrates may influence decision-making and technical proficiency (e.g., soccer skills). ![]() Akin to the demands of soccer, limited opportunities exist to consume carbohydrates outside of scheduled breaks in competition, such as at half-time. For performance-enhancement purposes, exogenous energy consumption (in the form of drinks, bars, gels and snacks) is recommended on match-day specifically, before and during match-play. “Now it’s become quasi-impossible, I would think.Carbohydrate consumption is synonymous with soccer performance due to the established effects on endogenous energy store preservation, and physical capacity maintenance. “It was going to be a tough ask anyway,” he said. He’ll take an ailing Palace squad to Etihad Stadium missing Ayew through suspension and key players such as playmaker Eberechi Eze, holding midfielder Cheick Doucoure and goalkeeper Sam Johnstone through injury.Īsked how confident he was of getting a result, Hodgson gave an answer that summed up his state of mind at the moment. Yet it sounds like even Hodgson, one of soccer’s longest-serving, well-travelled and highly respected managers, might have had enough and doesn’t like what the game has become. When the club has thought outside the box and brought in younger managers such as Frank De Boer and Patrick Vieira, panic has set in at the first sign of trouble and the hierarchy has called for a more experienced head like Hodgson. He won his first three games in charge, lost only two of his 10-match stint, Palace comfortably avoided relegation and he was persuaded to sign a new deal covering this season.įor Palace, it was hardly a forward-thinking move but one that appeared almost a guarantee of league survival. It was presumed that Hodgson’s career was over - he suggested that was the case so he could spend more time with his family - but he was enticed back in March when Palace, the love of his soccer life, came calling with the club plunging close to the bottom three. Hodgson ended his first spell as Palace manager in June 2021 and was enticed back into coaching for a short but troubled stint at Watford in the final months of the 2021-22 season, when he failed to keep the team in the Premier League. “With the players we’ve got at the moment, I don’t know that’s going to be possible.” “But if you want to keep raising the bar and say that’s not good enough, that you’ve got be in the top 10, then that’ll be difficult for us. “I’ve got no doubts in my mind whatsoever that the group of players we have here … will keep this club in the Premier League,” Hodgson said. And Hodgson doesn’t sound too confident he can deliver anything better without heavier investment. It seems, however, that the club’s leadership wants more. It’s why the “spoilt” comment rubbed some of the team’s supporters up the wrong way, though for a club like Palace to survive fairly comfortably each season without ever spending anywhere near as much as the top teams in the league is quite commendable. The last eight end-of-campaign finishes? 15th, 14th, 11th, 12th, 14th, 14th, 12th and, last season, 11th. ![]() Palace is in 13th place and seven points above the relegation zone, pretty much the ballpark area in which the team typically finishes the season. “I’ve been in football a long time,” said Hodgson, whose first managerial role was in Sweden in 1976, “and games like today make me realize that when the day comes to leave it behind, I won’t be missing anything.” He added he is “not a great lover of VAR,” either. Hodgson raged, saying he was “sick” of a whole range of aspects of the game such as handball interpretations, the clampdown on time-wasting and what he perceived to be the pettiness of fourth officials in the technical area. His most recent setback was losing to Liverpool 2-1 on Saturday, when Palace took the lead, saw Jordan Ayew sent off for two contentious yellow cards, conceded a deflected equalizer and then a winning goal in stoppage time. ![]() Reset apple pencil 21/7/2024 ![]() ![]() Apple Pencil and later the Apple Pencil 2 completely changed iPad users workflow. Then unplug/remove from the side your Apple Pencil, plug it back in/re-attach, and wait until you see the Pair button. You can turn your iPad on and off or hard reset your iPad if necessary. If you don't see the Pair button, wait for one minute while your Apple Pencil charges.Connect your Apple Pencil following the steps above and tap the Pair button when it appears after a few seconds.On the same screen, look under My Devices for your Apple Pencil.To un-sync the pencil, follow those steps: If however the Apple Pencil was already visible but didn't work, you can first remove the pencil connection from the iPad, then reconnect it by following the steps above. You can also manually make your iPad forget the Bluetooth association (go to Settings > Bluetooth > tap the i button across from Apple Pencil. If you power off your iPad completely, you will also need to insert the Apple Pencil back. Please repeat this process when you want to use the pencil from one device to the other. Then, try a simple hard reset of your iPad by holding down both the Home and sleep/wake buttons simultaneously until your iPad goes to black and restarts with Apple logo, then release the buttons. When paired with the iPad, you can check the pairing was successful by navigating to the settings Bluetooth and in “My Devices”, the Apple Pencil will show as “Connected”. Switched apple pencils with my fianc who also has a 2nd gen apple pencil (my pencil works fine with his 2018 iPad Pro and the same issue occurs with his pencil on. This message will only appear if the pencil was paired already on another iPad. Factory reset my iPad (erase all contents and settings) through my computer. If your iPads pair problem continues, go. There will be a message on the iPad’s screen saying “Bluetooth Pairing Request” and you’ll just need to select “Pair”. On an Apple Pencil (2nd generation), you can double-tap near the tip of your Apple Pencil to quickly switch back to the tool you used last. To resolve the Apple Pencil not connecting to iPad issue, you first need to restart your iPad, then try to pair again.If no Apple Pencil is visible in the list, re-sync the pencil by following the previous steps Options Apple Pencil (2nd Generation) Repair Stylus for the iPad Pro (3rd Generation) featuring gesture controls and magnetic attachment and charging.Go to Settings > Bluetooth and make sure that Bluetooth is turned on.If you can't pair or connect your Apple Pencil, follow the steps below: In a few seconds, you will see the Pair button. For Apple Pencil 2nd gen, please attach it to the right edge of your iPad. 5) Insert the Apple Pencil 1st gen’s Lightning connector into the iPad Lightning port. ![]() If you have an Apple Pencil (2nd generation), attach the Apple Pencil to the magnetic connector on the side of your iPad, like this: 3) Tap Forget This Device > Forget Device. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Which brings us to the next question: why should I pay around $300 for the full Studio version? First of all, one of the biggest differences to some competitors it’s only a one-time fee, there are no recurring charges and Blackmagic does not charge for updates. “We want people to be able to create great content for free, but also have the opportunity to unlock further professional features once their skill level has reached a certain point.” Simon Hall, Senior Technical Sales Specialist at Blackmagic Design Why would I pay? And this strategy seems to work well (judging by my current desk setup, it sure worked on me), so there are no signs that the company will change this any time soon. The better and more professional you get the more you will invest in Blackmagic products. ![]() The thinking of CEO Grant Petty is that once you really get to know Resolve you will also be interested in the hardware they offer, such as the speed editor, color grading panels, or the ATEM mini-series. Resolve is used as an attractive gateway into the Blackmagic Design ecosystem. But who is the free version for? And what are the differences between the free and the paid Studio variant? We are here to guide you through all of the differences! Why is there a free version of DaVinci Resolve?įirst of all, why is there even a free version of the program? This is pretty clever marketing on behalf of Blackmagic Design. keyboard_arrow_rightCameras of the Yearīlackmagic Design’s DaVinci Resolve is a powerful editing, video effects, and sound production suite used by big Hollywood productions to YouTube content creators.keyboard_arrow_rightGear Guides by Type.keyboard_arrow_rightGear Guides by Budget. ![]() Stainless steel cups for toddlers1/7/2024 ![]() Stainless steel sippy cups are an easy, affordable, and effective way to limit your child's exposure to the harmful chemicals in plastics that can leach into food and bevereages. The plastic ring around the neck broke about the second time my daughter dropped it. It uses the Avent valves, like Klean Kanteen. It does come with handles, but I never find those helpful. The Eco Vessel sippy cup was unwieldy to hold (it's really fat). You don't need to remove the sleeve to put through the dishwasher, and I never have. Dishwasher safe, but I only hand wash the plastic parts. You probably won't notice unless it's sitting on your bedside table as you try to go to sleep (this is how I discovered the funny noise the valve sometimes makes). Also, it sometimes makes a popping wheezing noise after use. If it is full, and lying on its side, it will dribble out liquid. In fact, they state that it's not really to designed to be leak-proof, but rather to prevent major spills. However, the Safe Sippy does leak quite a bit. I also find the spout/valve quicker and easier to clean than the Klean Kanteen Avent spout. The Safe Sippy replacement valves are generally a bit cheaper than the Klean Kanteen valves (which are actually Avent valves ). Mine have never broken, but we use these less than the Klean Kanteen sippy cups, for reasons I can't fully explain. The plastic lid/spout seems to be made of plastic with a little more give than Klean Kanteen's plastic parts, so that it seems less likely to break when it hits the floor. It also comes with its own silicone sleeve. ![]() It comes with removable handles (these never help my kids and I always remove them). It also now comes with a little cover for the spout. It also now comes with a straw attachment, which my kids would probably like since they are obsessed with straws. My daughter used one since around 9-months to a year. The Safe Sippy is reasonably easy to drink from and hold. This is kind of annoying, but not a huge deal. ![]() I also find it leaks a bit out of the little air hole at the top, especially if it is quite full. Klean Kanteen does have excellent customer service, and will replace your broken caps for free. I solved this problem for a time by only letting my baby use it while sitting on the floor. It doesn't break every time it hits the floor, but if your child tosses it multiple times per day onto a tile floor, it will eventually break. The plastic ring around the neck of the Klean Kanteen has broken several times when my toddlers tossed them from the high chair onto the tile floor, which is a bummer. ![]() One of the big bonuses is that the Klean Kanteen sippy cups can eventually be used like a regular small water bottle by swapping out the sippy spout for a loop cap, sports cap, or other regular lid, which means it can be used pretty much forever as a little water bottle. It's heavy, but my babies have been able to wield them independently by about age one. The Avent spout is easy even for young babies to use. ![]() Pro fit iron gym missing hardware1/6/2024 ![]() ![]() Plus, like many others on this list, buying through Amazon earns you free delivery and free returns, so you can try it in-home to see if it works for you. If you're weighing in under ~150-pounds, easy installation, multi-grip versatility, and an great price makes this a reasonable choice. It’s the second cheapest pullup bar in this roundup, and, as a result, is one of the least heavy-duty with a weight capacity of 300-pounds. In addition to pullups, this model works equally well for push-ups, sit-ups, dips, leg raises, and more. With a dozen grips in a smart configuration, this bar also provides the perfect base for a wide variety of upper-body exercises. ![]() We love that the design is ultra-portable, allowing you to set up and tear down in your home (or a friend’s, or the office, or just about anywhere) in minutes. ![]() ProsourceFit takes things back to basics with this deceptively simple pullup bar. ProsourceFit Multi-Grip Chin-Up/Pull-Up Bar What do buyers say? Out of more than 5,900 Amazon reviews, 90% recommend the Relife Rebuild Your Life Power Tower with at least a 4-star rating. Plus, buying through Amazon means free delivery. It’s versatile, sets up easy, moves out of the way when you don’t need it, and is plenty durable for all but the most hardcore upper-body workouts. One downside: the steel construction only supports up to 330 pounds, which might be a little light for some users.īut at around $250, this is a great option for budget-conscious home gym builders looking for a versatile machine that does more than just a pullup bar, but is more affordable than a full-blown power rack. Plus, the floor-standing design means zero installation is required. It’s great for push-ups, but also for dips, leg presses, and so much more. We found the design to be simple and sturdy, providing a safe, comfortable base to work a ton of exercises. The Relife Rebuild Your Life’s Power Tower is a solid mid-range choice. If a basic pullup bar just won’t cut it-maybe you need more flexibility for your daily workouts or don't trust a hanging bar-a power tower is the answer. ONETWOFIT Multifunctional Wall Mounted Pullup Bar What do buyers say? Out of more than 7,100 Amazon reviews, 87% recommend the Perfect Fitness Multi-Gym Doorway Pull Up Bar with at least a 4-star rating. It’s a steal at around $35 (with free delivery and free returns through Amazon, if it doesn’t work out for you). We credit that to its compact, yet durable design, versatility to use beyond “just” pullups, and the great price. This is easily among the best-reviewed pullup bars on Amazon with more than 6,900 mostly positive ratings. It mounts easily and securely to almost any door frame, but you can also take it down, flip it over, and put it on the floor to use the different grips for sit-ups, push-ups, and dips too. We found the grippy foam handles to be actually non-slip safety and pretty comfortable, too. From wide to neutral to palms-facing for chinups, we love that this versatile design can do it all. We found this bar simple and effective, making it a great choice for those looking for multiple grip positions when pounding out pullups. ![]() Perfect Fitness Multi-Gym Doorway Pull Up BarĮven the best pullup bars don’t have to be complicated to be efficient. Let's dive in to the 8 best pullup bars for home workouts in 2023.īest Adjustable Dumbbells | Best Rowing Machines | Best Resistance Bands | Best Workout Shoes| Best Treadmills So, if you're ready to take your home gym equipment arsenal to the next level, it's time to get yourself a pullup bar. Our collective efforts have resulted in logging hundreds of reps on these bars, providing invaluable insights into performance, durability, and ensuring that your investment is built to last. Throughout our meticulous testing process, we've carefully considered all the essentials: weight capacity build quality, mounting type, grip options, and, of course, price. Gibson, a fitness trainer in Harlem, New York, have compared testing notes on dozens of the best pullup bars to identify which ones are worthy of a recommendation. Men's Health fitness editors, in collaboration with fitness experts Kurt Giovanni Ellis, Owner/Performance Coach of Beyond Numbers Performance, and D.J. Read more: How Men's Health Thoroughly Tests and Reviews Fitness Productsįrom doorway-mounted bars that fit snugly into your living space to freestanding power towers that provide versatility and stability, we've spent years testing dozens of the best pullup bars for home workouts (or anywhere, really). ![]() ![]() ![]() The basic customization options aren’t all that different - tapping and long-pressing on the home screen pulls up a menu that lets you change your home screen wallpaper, insert widgets, or launch the settings menu, and the home screen selector button near the top of the screen selecting it reassigns the default home screen to whichever one is currently in view. If you never used Nova Launcher before, you might be surprised by how similar it looks to Android’s stock home screen. ![]() You’ll then be magically transported back to your new, Nova Launcher-powered home screen. Regardless of how you get there, you’ll next need to Home App, and then select Nova Launcher. Once you’re in the Settings menu, find the Home sub-menu, tap Advanced, and select Nova Launcher from the available choices. If your phone is on any version of Android between 4.4 KitKat and 6.0 Marshmallow, the process is slightly different. On Google Pixels, you’ll need to go to Settings > Apps and Notifications > Advanced > Default Apps. On the latest Samsung phones, you’ll find it in the Apps menu as Choose Default Apps, but on slightly older Samsung devices you may need to tap the three dots in the top-right corner and select Default Apps. The process for changing this is going to be slightly different from phone-to-phone, but in general, you’ll need to head to Settings > Apps, and then find the Default Apps section. That’s because Nova Launcher needs to be set as your default Home app. You can choose to start fresh, find an old Nova Launcher setup, or use your current home screen as a basis, as well as decide whether you want an apps button, and dark mode settings.Īfter this though, you’re likely to be kicked back to your regular home screen. To get started, launch the app and it’ll walk you through the process of setting up your Nova Launcher homepage. Remember, you’ll need both the Nova Launcher and Nova Launcher Prime apps installed to use your Prime benefits. If you’re not convinced, ask for your money back - the Google Play Store lets you refund any app purchase made less than 48 hours ago. ![]() Run it through its paces and see if you like it and if you find yourself bumping up against its limitations, consider making the purchase.Īlternatively, consider buying Nova Launcher Prime and trying it for a day. It’s a lot to consider, but here’s our recommendation: Unless there’s a Nova Launcher Prime feature you don’t think you will be able to live without, try the free version first. In short, quite a lot of additional custom options. You also get custom drawer groups, which let you create new tabs or folders in the app drawer, an option to hide apps from the app drawer, custom per-folder and per-icon swipe gestures, and an expanded list of scroll effects. Nova Launcher Prime lets you assign gestures (e.g., pinch, double-tap) to apps on the home screen, and adds unread counts - little overlay badges that indicate unread messages - across the launcher. ![]() What’s the difference between Nova Launcher and Nova Launcher Prime? It comes down to customization. Install it like you would any other app by heading to the Google Play Store, where you will face your first big decision: Whether to settle for the free version of Nova Launcher, or spring for the paid version - Nova Launcher Prime ($5). First thing’s first: You have to download Nova Launcher in order to use it. ![]() AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |