Aug
29
2008

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An article describing the martial art of Kali
The Filipino martial art of Kali, also known as arnis and escrima is one of the most beautiful and equally deadly arts in the world. It is mainly a weapons-based system of fighting with the use of knives, swords and fire-hardened wooden baton-length sticks made of rattan- a light yet sturdy wood from a vine abundant in the Philippines. For this reason, Kali is also referred to as Filipino stick-fighting and practitioners use single or double sticks to disarm and take down opponents. The term is hardly used in the Philippines where locals call the art arnis, arnis de mano or escrima. The term Kali is mainly used outside the country in the U.S. or Europe.
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Aug
28
2008

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An article describing the martial art of Kali
The Filipino martial art of Kali, also known as arnis and escrima is one of the most beautiful and equally deadly arts in the world. It is mainly a weapons-based system of fighting with the use of knives, swords and fire-hardened wooden baton-length sticks made of rattan- a light yet sturdy wood from a vine abundant in the Philippines. For this reason, Kali is also referred to as Filipino stick-fighting and practitioners use single or double sticks to disarm and take down opponents. The term is hardly used in the Philippines where locals call the art arnis, arnis de mano or escrima. The term Kali is mainly used outside the country in the U.S. or Europe.
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Aug
25
2008

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Nothing beats the fun and excitement of sailing as a hobby - but have you considered the impact of sailing on the environment?
Sailing is an popular pastime - but what is the impact on the environment?
Sailing can be a fairly green hobby, but there are issues to be aware of.
We have put together a handy guide to help you think about Green Sailing. By taking a few simple steps, you can keep future costs of sailing down and sustain high quality water and local environments.
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Aug
23
2008

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When it comes to the perfect fishing trip, Alaska is about as good as it gets. Remote locations, pristine scenery and rivers that are literally teeming with massive, award-winning fish.
If you’re planning a fishing trip, Alaska is probably the best place in the world. The Halibut are massive, the salmon gigantic and the trout quite plentiful. For trophy-sized catches, there’s no place like it anywhere in the world. So, read on for some great tips and tricks that will help make your Alaskan fishing trip a success.
Make Your Reservations Early
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Fishing Trip Alaska: Planning an Enjoyable Fishing Expedition in Alaska
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Aug
20
2008

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The greatest kind of tree climber is all too aware that he or she is the visitor, only a visitor, and not the keeper of what is surveyed. In the end, when the climbing is done and you’re standing on the ground, the greatest kind of tree climber leaves with not the littlest indication that he or she was there.
A safe tree climber is the best kind of tree climber there is. He doesn’t disturb the tree in any way, from its roots to the top of its crown. She respects what grows on and around the tree. She knows that when the climbing is done, the tree should be as pristine as it was before you even got up there.
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Aug
19
2008

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It
takes time and practice to transmit the aspects of a good golf swing
into your long-term memory. The best way to go about it is to
practice the new skill on a regular basis and be patient. Upon
mastering one new golf skill, you can start working on changing
another part of your golf swing.
Many
people have an image of their golf swing planted in their minds but
you must understand that the image you have probably doesn’t match
your actual swing. The feel of your actual swing is not an indicator
of what’s really occurring. When becoming your own best coach,
don’t rely on your perceptions during your swing. Use mirrors,
videotape and the comments of others with experience to help you
understand what’s occurring during your golf swing.
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Aug
18
2008

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What’s in a Motocross Video? Hopefully a lot of cool stunts and definitely, a back flip and some incredible crashes. A brief description of the bikes, the venue and the sport with a place to watch Motocross Videos and extreme sports online.
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Motocross Videos: Did They Die in That Crash?
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Aug
17
2008

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What’s in a Motocross Video? Hopefully a lot of cool stunts and definitely, a back flip and some incredible crashes. A brief description of the bikes, the venue and the sport with a place to watch Motocross Videos and extreme sports online.
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Motocross Videos: Did They Die in That Crash?
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Aug
17
2008

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If you are just waiting around for teams and schools to find you an offer you a scholarship or contract, good luck. If you are really serious about achieving your hoop dreams then you must be pro active and get your name spreading like wildfire so you can ensure your success.
Last week I sent you How to get massive basketball exposure
pt. 1, if you did not get it, it is copied at the end of this
email… we went over some crucial points to discover what teams, and schools
would die to have you playing for them.
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How Do You Get Instant Massive Basketball Exposure Part 2
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Aug
16
2008

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The YachtMarket brings you the five essentials points when sailing. When sailing you should always check that all five are adjusted to your sailing direction.
When sailing you should always check the Five Essentials.
Boat balance - If a yacht is allowed to heel away from the wind, it will tend to turn into the wind or luff up. If you allow the boat to heel towars the wind, it will bear away. In either ease some rudder movement will be needed to keep it on course, which will slow the boat down. Turn the boat using the wheel to the desired course to steer. This may be a definite bearing or towards a landmark, or at a desired angle to the apparent wind direction.
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