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Texaco Olympic Aniballs Set
Saturday, December 20th, 2008Advertising Collectibles / Olympics Collectibles
Olympic Games Aniballs from Texaco
This is a complete set of four Texaco Inside-Outback Olympic Aniballs produced by Texaco oil in 2000. These are rare memorbilia from the 2002 Olympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, Utah
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Razma Tazmanian Devil
36 USC 220506
7 97191 10058 8
Aussie Koala
36 USC 220506
7 97191 10055 7
Skip Kangaroo
36 USC 220506
7 97191 10056 4
Toots Cockatoo
36 USC 220506
7 97191 10057 1
All new. Three were display items in store so not in plastic but all were purchased new. Fabric animals that have pouches allowing for the entier animal to roll into a ball, hence the name aniballs.
Texaco was a sponsor of the U.S. Olympic Team through 2004 and Official Sponsor of the 2002 Olympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, Utah.
$5 each or all 4 aniballs for $18. If ordering individually, please indicate the aniball or aniballs you want. Buy Texaco Olympic Aniballs
Texaco Inside-Outback Olympic Aniballs
Olympic Games Collector Figurines
Friday, December 19th, 2008Sports Collectibles / Olympics Collectibles
Olympic Games Collector Figurines from Dakin
Authentic Olympic Games 100
Atlanta 1996 Collection
Dakin / ACOG
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Set of four blue 2 to 2 1/2 inch figurines representing events of the 1996 Olympic games in Atlanta, Georgia
Copyright, 1993 AGOG
Dakin
Official Licensed Product of the Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games, Inc.
Set of four for $5. Several sets available. Please refer to 1996 Olympics figurines set when ordering. Order Olympics Dakin Figurines
Dakin Olympics Collector Figurines
Skybox Shaq and Mourning
Tuesday, December 16th, 2008Sports Collectibles / Basketball Trading Cards
Skybox Rookie 1992-93 Trading Cards
Shaquille O’Neal and Alonzo Mourning
Shaquille O’Neal
Orlando Magic
Skybox Rookie Card # 382
Condition Excellent.
$10 with free postage.
Alonzo Mourning
Charlotte Hornets
Skybox Rookie Card # 332
Condition Excellent.
$20 with free postage.
Please indicate which card you are interested in. Discounted to $25 for both. Order Shaq or Mourning cards
Types of Power Boats
Sunday, December 14th, 2008Power Boats Information / Boating Articles
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Types of Power Boats / About Power Boating
Power boating is becoming a rapidly growing sport all around the world. While many people think of a power boat as simply a really fast speed boat, the reality is that a power boat is so much more. It is a high performance machine capable of very fast speeds and is usually used in racing competitions.
The sport of power boating requires the use of a highly tuned boat that is capable of high planing or skimming the water. This allows for higher rates of speed and easier handling. That’s why power boats are used in racing competitions.
There are all sorts of power boats that are used in power boating. In fact, there are over fifty-three types of power boats and within each category there are many, many makes and models. Following are some of the more common types of power boats:
Express cruiser
Bow rider
Hovercraft
Power catamaran
Classic or antique replica
Deck boat
Jet Power Boat
Runabout
The type of engine you have on your power boat is a very important consideration. Because these boats are meant to travel at high speeds, you will want an engine that will complement your performance boat. Make sure the horsepower is high enough that you will be able to get as much power out of your boat as possible.
Now many people still do use many types of power boats for recreational activities like skiing and wakeboarding. Just be sure that when you are towing someone behind your boat, you aren’t going too fast that they will lose control and risk injury.
You could really consider power boating as the operation of any craft that derives its power from an engine as opposed to human power. But real power boating and racing boats go hand-in-hand. If you’ve ever seen a power boat race, you know that these machines are finely tuned crafts capable of amazing handling as they skim effortlessly across the water.
When you are captaining a power boat, you need to be fully aware of the capabilities of your craft. Operate the boat safely and keep a good eye on the other boaters around you as well as any natural barriers or aspects of the body of water you are on. It’s very easy to have an accident when piloting a power boat, so take boating safety seriously when at the helm.
Power boating is a great sport that can give even the most experienced boater a thrill. Take up power boating and learn what boating is really supposed to be about!
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How to take a boating vacation
Sunday, December 14th, 2008Vacation Ideas / Boating Articles
Take your next vacation on the water!
Taking a boating vacation is a refreshing way to get away from your hectic life and relax on the water while communing with nature. Boating enthusiasts say that a boating vacation is really the ultimate trip. You have a lot of options for your trip, and the possibilities really are endless.
Most people take a vacation to escape the stresses of everyday life. Some like to go hiking, others choose a tropical beach, and still others like the resort vacations. But a truly great way to find serenity and peace on your next vacation is to take a boating vacation.
The first step in planning your boating vacation is to pick a destination. Have you always wanted to motor boat along the Mississippi River? Think that traveling the Gulf of Mexico would be an ideal getaway? Maybe you’d just be happy on a mountain lake lolling the days away on the water. The choice is up to you, and you have many.
If you already own a boat, you’ll just need to plan out a route to your destination and haul it there. If you don’t have a boat, that’s alright. You can still have a memorable boating vacation with a boat rental. A lot of places where boating is popular have many places where you can rent a house boat, a cabin cruiser, even a speedboat. The rates are usually quite reasonable, and you’ll even get a quick boating lesson from the pros.
You have a lot of choices in activities during your boating vacation. Fishing is always a good choice for the angler in the family. You can seek out some secluded beaches and relax on the sand. Water sports like skiing, wake boarding, and tubing are always popular during boating vacations. Or, you can choose to simply relax on the deck and take in the sights along the way.
Boating vacations are fun for the whole family – even the kids. Remember, that togetherness is what’s important, so when you plan a boating vacation for your family, make sure everyone can agree on the destination as well as the activities you will be doing. Hopefully, there’s something to do that everyone will enjoy, and when you work together, your vacation will be a thrill!
Next time you’re feeling overwhelmed at work, plan a boating vacation. If you’re tired of worrying about all of the details of life, plan a boating vacation. Just sit back and imagine the cool, clear water, the sounds of nature, and the beauty of a sunset from the deck. Then your boating vacation will be as unique and relaxing as you need it to be.
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Boating Safety Tips
Sunday, December 14th, 2008Sports Articles / Boating Safety
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Be Safe on the Water
A Responsible Boater is a Safe Boater.
The United States Coast Guard says that almost all boating accidents could have been prevented if the captain of the ship had taken a boating safety course prior to getting on the water. Boating safety is tantamount to responsible boating and it shouldn’t be taken lightly.
There’s no way we can cover all aspects of boating safety in this short article. What we can do, however, is to give you some basics to go from in your quest to become a responsible boater. There’s nothing that can replace a good, certified boating safety course taught by a qualified individual, but everyone has to start somewhere!
Always know the safest distance to keep away from other boats. If someone is going slower than you are and you want to pass them, know how to do so safely and with the proper signaling. Boats don’t have turn signals, but you should know how to alert the other boater you will be passing them.
When you are putting your boat in the water, be sure you know how to do this quickly as well as safely. Boating safety has to be present even before you get your vessel on the water. Knowing how to do this the right way can make the difference between friendly and unfriendly boating.
Don’t Drink and Drive a Boat
Leave the captaining to someone else if you are drinking. If alcohol is part of your boating trip, be sure you are very conscious of what alcohol can do to your body when you are operating a fast-moving vehicle on top of a body of water. Alcohol use by the captain should occur in true moderation above everything else. Most of the boating accidents that occur today can be directly attributed to alcohol as a contributing factor. Boating accidents involving alcohol are charged as DUI’s, just as they would be if you were driving a car. These types of offenses are called Boating Under the Influenece. Be smart when it comes to alcohol consumption on the water.
Make sure that all people on board your boat have access to a life vest. Never let a child be in your boat without wearing a life vest at all times. The number one cause of death on the water is due to drowning. That is caused by people falling overboard without a life vest. This is the number one boating safety rule stressed by all instructors.
Boating safety depends on everyone following general rules of etiquette when you are out on the water. While you can’t control what the other boaters do, you sure can control what you do. Always be polite on the water and know that you are doing your part to keep the waters safe.
Like we said previously, every boater should really take a certified boating safety course. Besides making it easier for you to get your boating license, you will be a much better boater after you take a boating safety course.
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Boating for Leisure Tips
Sunday, December 14th, 2008Sports Articles / Boating for Fun
Do you boat for sport or for fun?
Boating is just a way to get to the fish for some but there are a wide range of other ways to have fun boating. Think outside of the box and explore new ways to have fun on the water.
Of course, boating is fun. But when you have your family and friends along for the ride, the fun becomes massive! If you have a pontoon boat sitting in the yard gathering dust, why not fix it up and throw a party on the water and let those you care about enjoy boating as much as you do. Even if you own a speedboat, your friends and family will have a lot of fun taking turns on board as they enjoy water sports like skiing and tubing.
Part of boating is doing so responsibly. If you are captaining your vessel, avoid drinking alcohol. It can impair your judgment and can cause an accident. As you can imagine, THAT would not make boating fun!
Boating fun is easy to find when you enjoy your time on the water with your family. Keep a positive attitude and teach those around you what you are doing. Point out interesting sites on your trip. Liven the atmosphere with some boating trivia or boating songs. You might be surprised to see how much those around you will enjoy your trip when they see you enjoying it as well.
Part of the fun in boating is enjoying the scenery as you glide across the water. Don’t let that pass you by. Take the time to watch as nature passes you by. Notice the color of the trees, pay attention to any wildlife you might see, find unique sights that you don’t usually see. It might sound a little hokey, but we think you will find that noticing nature is definitely a big part of boating fun.
Water skiing, inner tubing, wake boarding, and fishing are all fun activities you can do while boating. In fact, many boat owners wouldn’t think of owning a boat without having a ski rope or a fishing seat. Find the joy in these activities and fully embrace that joy. See the joy in the faces of those around you as well. That can be amazingly satisfying as you watch other people with smiles on their faces.
Having fun while boating is easy. Boating is an activity that should take you away from the stresses of everyday life. So sit back, relax a little, laugh a lot, and experience fun like you’ve never known – all while boating!
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Safe Boating Starter Tips
Sunday, December 14th, 2008Sports Articles / Articles about Boating
Safe Boating Starter Tips
When you decide to take up boating as a hobby, there’s nothing better you can do for yourself than taking a boating course to learn everything you need to know about before you get on the water. A good boating course will teach you more than just how to steer a boat, it will teach you everything you need to know about safe and responsible boating.
A good boating course will, of course, begin with a lesson on operating your boat. It should show you all of the major parts of your boat, your boat’s engine, and your trailer. The boating course should take you through how to haul your boat and safe ramping procedures.
Rules of the water are essential in all boating courses. Just like on the roadways, you need to practice safe procedures when you go to pass a slower boat and be able to signal appropriately. You should know how to boat at a safe speed and how to dock as well.
Boating safety is the most important part of an effective boating course. Most boating accidents are caused because captains have not taken a boating course. These boating courses will show you all aspects of boating safety and how to practice this at all times for the good of yourself as well as your passengers and others on the water.
You can find certified boating courses in many places – often nearby. Check with your local marina and ask about what type of boating courses they offer. Their boating professionals will often conduct boating courses at many times throughout the season. It can be the most responsible thing you do as a boater when you take one of these courses.
Many boat dealers will have the “inside track” into boating courses that are offered in your area. They’ll be happy to share this information with you. All you have to do is ask!
Look online for some boating courses that you can do from the comfort of your own home. Most of these boating courses will have you study different modules that have to do with all aspects of boating. At the end of each section, there will usually be a quiz. At the end of the course, you will have to pass a comprehensive exam on all material at which time you will be deemed a certified boat operator.
Taking a boating course will make it easier for you to obtain your boat license. You probably wouldn’t go and take a driver’s license test without studying a little bit first. The same holds true of getting a boating license. Take a boating course, and the test will be a piece of cake!
Boating courses are valuable troves of information that will help make you a better boater. Seek one out and reap the benefits.
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Catching Smallmouth Bass
Saturday, December 6th, 2008If it’s Smallmouth Bass you want…
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Head thee to Louisiana for Smallmouth Bass
Southwest Louisiana, to be exact. For smallmouth fishing, it’s the best for a lot of reasons. Nearby canals and lakes, both freshwater and salty is one reason smallmouth fishing is so good there. Another is the nearby bayous and canals. All the ready water sources draw both smallmouth bass and largemouth bass that are sizeable, some going as large as 8 pounds.
Smallmouth bass fishing is popular and a favorite of many fishermen all over the U.S. To search out and catch a sizeable smallmouth bass is a real achievement for the true blue American sport fisherman. It is considered to be the America’s number one fresh water sport. Believe it or not, this sport has grown 70% higher than any other fresh water sport in America.
The smallmouth bass is believed to be, pound for pound, one of the hardest fighting freshwater fish. The bass runs acrobatic leaps and does “tail walking” making it one of the most exciting fishes to pursue.
Before you go in search for thet elusive smallmouth bass, you must first know its characteristics or how it looks like. Smallmouth bass are habitually bronze to brownish green in color. It has dark vertical bars on the sides. Unlike the largemouth, the upper jaw of a small mouth does not merely extend beyond rear margin of the eye. The eye of a smallmouth is reddish. It has 13 to 15 rays of soft dorsal fins. Its length would go from 12 to 22 inches. And it normally weighs 8 ounces to 7 pounds.
Here are some guides and tips that can help you bag a smallmouth bass:
• If you fish for smallmouth in the northeast, particularly in Maryland, you will find that small mouth bass do not stick too tight to cover their presence. This is more obvious in some of our the slack water reservoirs. This fish relates much more to a sudden or rapid depth change when they do go for cover.
• Small mouth bass can be caught on a rock ledge that drops off quickly from about six to twelve feet.
• When trapping a smallmouth bass that is about four or five pounds, try to swim along with them maki9ng your presence inconspicuous.
• An effective trap for smallmouth bass are plastic worms or flies.
• They are less aware when they are feeding or think they will be feeding.
• This type of sport fish will be usually found on rocky structures with and without light weed lines.
• The smallmouth has and exceptional sense of sight, smell, and hearing.
• The smallmouth. like most fish, is light-shy.
• Smallmouth bass are schooling fish by nature, so you are likely to catch several bass in the same locations.
• Once you catch one smallmouth, chances are you will have a chance to catch more about the same size in the immediate area.
One of the most effective and most popular methods of tricking or catching a small mouth is to work over the top of these weed beds. Some fishermen prefer jigs, while others choose live bait.
Here’s a list that shows the best top water flies in order to trick small mouth bass:
1. Stonefly Bugger - size 6
2. Franke Hellgrammite - size 4
3. Clouser Minnow - size 6
4. Sneaky Pete - size 4
5. Crayfish - size 8
6. Popper - size 6
7. Zonkers - size 4
8. Bead Head Wooly Bugger- size 6
When is the right time to fish a small mouth?
Smallmouth bass are active in cold waters so, you might catch up with this fish in the early spring. Start searching for them when the water temperature is in the mid-40s. The smallmouth might just be about 20-30 feet deep in the waters, or might be waiting for the temperature to rise a little before emerging higher.
When the temperature begins to reach mid-50s, the smallmouth will start to move on to cooler or deeper holes, change your technique. Or else do not even bother yourself in attempting to search them out. All you will need is something to aid you in searching the bottom. It could be a bait or lure that will catch the attention of small mouth bass. A plastic worm will be a good strategy with this because even the most slow-moving bass will respond when you drag one slowly in its nose. Then when that happens start the battle in search for these small mouths.
But do not forget, you are in search for a completely different fish. They are not just an ordinary fish…. They are SMALLMOUTH BASS!!
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