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Sun, 07 Mar 2010 20:37:26 GMT
Superfeet is a company that has actually been around quite some time. It became its own company in 1977 after a start as a Sports Division of one of the world's leading orthotic labs, Northwest Podiatric Laboratory. They are currently available in North America, Europe, Japan and Australia. They are an insole company that promises to make your body feel better simply by placing their insole in your shoe, ski boot, cleat or whatever else you stick your feet in.Unfortunately, that's where the goodness ends. While I can't say they have the worst product in the world (in fact there are many far worse, cough... cough... Archmolds), I do have to say, I'm dissapointed in the lack of support. While they claim that arch support is what most people need, their insoles are just too flat for me to take seriously. They do offer slightly more support than the stock piece of felt in new shoes, for the price I payed I wanted to feel as though I were standing on top of the world. Instead I felt like I was standing on top of a small stack of money on top of the world. Which quite frankly wasn't that comfortable and begged the question, why? Well, I came up with no good answer, so there it is. I will steer clear from now on. 
 
Thu, 21 Jan 2010 21:59:58 -0700
SOLE is a company that has good all round beliefs in ecological sustainability and strives to reduce the environmental impact of all the business they do. Sustainable manufacturing takes research, money and time to create change in the ways things are done. Besides caring about the environment, they care about your foot health. The body is a complex structure that needs a solid foundation to "stand" (yes, I am punny) upon. They have a range of footbeds designed to fit inside virtually any shoe you already own and provide you comfort and pain relief. They have also branched out into the flip flop market with their footbed as the base for it.With that out of the way, I have to say, what a great company. They say they care about the environment, but their ever evolving packaging actually goes to show that they are changing to an ever more sustainable model. And for those that just don't care about the environment (I know you're there), their products are amazing! Hard to believe, but TheKlassen actually suffered from some back pain for years, but throw in a pair of SOLE's and poof (a little while later, I exagerate, but am realistic too!), the pain is gone. It makes it far more bearable to be on your feet for hours on end, although I'm still not sure why people choose to. Beyond the footbeds, their flip flops are superb. This is coming from a guy who hates flip flops. Some weird thing between my toe, no thank you. But I had to try them for you, the public, and boy am I glad I did. You don't notice anything between your toes and your feet are cushioned and supported just like in your shoes (provided you have SOLE in them). The fact that you are still here reading this begs the question, "Why aren't you buying SOLE's right now?" 
 
Thu, 21 Jan 2010 21:06:43 -0700
Fire Emblem is a tactical role-playing video game series from Japan. There have been many different games in the series starting back on the original Nintendo, then the Super Nintendo, Game Boy Advance, GameCube, Wii and now on the Nintendo DS. Shadow Dragon is the eleventh installment in the series and is the first to feature online play. It was released on February 16, 2009 in North America and TheKlassen had to have it right away. On the DS it utilizes both screens, the touchscreen interface and the wifi capabilites to bring something unique to this title.I have been a huge fan of this series since I discovered it on the Gameboy Advance at the "Geek Store". I've spent many a nerdy night strategizing over which units I would advance and which would protect the entrance. Oh my... I may need help. The beatuiful thing about this series is that they change very little from game to game. Where Final Fantasy loves to make a bunch of changes and try new things in each new game, Fire Emblem decides to keep it virtually the same. Allowing people who have loved the game in the past, to automatically fall in love with the new one. They simply change characters, maps and story. In this case, that is the right choice because I believe the have the gameplay done perfectly already. The gameplay consists of various levels; each consisting of a grid type map. Each character can move a set number of spaces per turn and has his own unique set of skills and weapons. Being turn based, you are allowed to move all your men on your turn and equip weapons, trade items, or talk to various characters. Once you are happy with your moves, you end your turn and the computer moves all of their men. Simply flawless. If you have ever played the game of Risk, and thought, yeah, I love to strategize for hours. Then this is the next game you need to play. You can thank me later with a case of your favourite beer (unless it is O'Douls). 
 
Wed, 11 Mar 2009 21:45:05 -0700
Watchmen is a 2009 movie based on the 1986 - 1987 comin book series Watchmen by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons about the lives and events surrounding a number of superheroes. The film contains quite a few recognizable names, such as: Malin Akerman, Billy Crudup, Carla Gugino and Jackie Earle Halye to name a few. The film follows a few former vigilante superheroes as tensions mount between the United States and the Soviet Union in a nuclear standoff. Througout the course of the movie, obviously, a more serious plot is uncovered which forces the former heroes back into action to save the world again.Well, to start off, I would have to say that it is quite a long movie. Weighing in around 2 and 3/4 hours, it does take a bit of time get through. And unfortunately, there are a few slower sections of the movie where you will realize you have been there awhile. Luckily, however, immediately following the slower bits, are nice fast paced pieces to draw you back in and allow you to lose yourself in their world again. The surprising amount of simulated male nudity is, to say the least, surprising. As you watch, you will say to yourself, "So many blue penises." Aside from that, though, the movie is done really well with very well cast and acted roles. They also do a very good job of explaining the world they are showing you, so even if you haven't previously read the comics, you will understand where everyone is coming from. I was wanting to give this movie 2 thumbs up, however after reading my own review, I realize, yes, I was only dreaming. I can only do 1 thumb up. But, it is still a very good movie, and I do highly recommend everyone (who enjoys movies) go see it. 
 
Wed, 11 Mar 2009 21:14:37 -0700
The 2006 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 is a 4 stroke sport bike. It has a displacement of 998.6 ccm and has compression of 12.5 : 1. It has electronic fuel injection, liquid cooling system and a 6 speed transmission. It boasts an impressive power to weight (lbs) ratio of 1 : 2.87. This lends itself to the incredible 116mph in first gear speed.I think after reading that you can understand why this bike is getting 2 thumbs up. If you've seen TheKlassen ride up, you've undoubtedly seen the huge grin on his face. No one would believe the handling capabilities until they have taken a ride, but I have to say, they are superb. A bike that makes 160bhp is an impressive piece of machinery. Plus, as you can see from this simple modest stock photo, it is a case of form meets function. You'd be hard pressed to find a sexier looking bike, and one that can beat it on the track limits the list even more. So with the riding season approaching, I implore you to get one of your own and lets form the lamest gang ever. One where we ride fast, and pay tickets with legally obtained money. Somehow, I still think it will be a good time. 
 
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Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:36:11 -0700
Windows Vista is a line of operating systems designed for Desktop, Laptop, Tablet and Media Center PCs by Microsoft. Vista was released more than 5 years after the introduction of its predecessor, Windows XP, which is the longest span between releases of Microsoft Windows. Vista contains many changes and new features from XP, including an updated graphical environment known as Windows Aero, improved searching function, Windows DVD Maker and many others.Despite all these changes and updates, this new release of Windows has seen quite a bit of critisism and bad press. Due to that bad press, Microsoft has opted for a marketing campaign called Mojave Experiment in order to try and garner some good press. In my eyes, this is making the situation even worse. Rather than admit you have created something people don't like for one reason or another and try to adapt your software so more people are happy with it. They have chosen to bring to market commercials saying people are stupid and uninformed and when shown the good things the operating system has to offer, they like it. Well being called stupid and uninformed doesn't make me want to give them another chance. Despite this, I did in fact give them another chance. I picked up a copy of Windows Vista Home Premium installed to a new desktop PC I have and set it up in order to share my music, pictures and movies with my Xbox 360. The initial setup is quite easy, so I have to say good job on that. However, due to the DRM and other restrictive licensing built in, I am only able to view some of my movies on the Xbox 360. Very frustrating! So I say down with Microsoft. Please everybody try Ubuntu! I think you will be amazed at the way things just work. No more hunting down drivers and buying licensing. Oh, what a great community they have built. 
 
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Thu, 11 Dec 2008 13:57:23 -0700
Gladiator is a 2000 epic directed by Ridley Scott starring Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix. Crowe plays a General in the Roman Army who is betrayed by the Emperors son and loses his family and nearly his life as well. As a result, Crowes character spends most of the movie positioning himself in such a way as to exact revenge on the Emperors son and to fulfill the promise he made to the Emperor.From the first battle scene (first 5 minutes) of the movie, you know this is going to be worth it. The amazing special effects and incredibly life like violence and gore leave you a little sick to your stomach and still somehow wanting more. By the second scene, you are completely lost in the film. The story is so engrossing you don't notice that by the time it is all over, you have spent 3 hours of your life sitting in front of the TV. The script writing, acting, directing and producing all come together to make this one of the most enjoyable movies TheKlassen has EVER seen. And surprisingly one of the flaws entertains me more than annoys me. During the Battle of Carthage scene, one of the chariots gets tipped over and you can clearly see a large tank and some pipe fittings. All in all, this is a purely enjoyable film and must be seen. There are definitely some historical flaws, but honestly, you aren't watching it to learn history. So go see it! 
 
Wed, 10 Dec 2008 17:29:10 -0700
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