Review of Garmin Foreruner 305 GPS Receiver

When it comes to GPS gadgets for runners, Garmin is one of the most well known and popular brands out there. This watch boasts a huge range of features beyond just basic tracking, especially when connected to your computer for detailed statistics. But does it really live up to the hype?

Features Of The Garmin Forerunner 305 GPS Receiver With Heart Rate Monitor

* High-sensitivity GPS receiver designed to look like a watch,

* Can be used for running, walking, cycling, cross-country skiing and windsurfing,

* Weighs 2.72 ounces,

* Measures heart rate, speed, distance, pace and calories burned,

* Extra features include Auto Pause, Auto Lap and Auto Scroll,

* 1,000 lap memory,

* 1.3 x 0.8 inches display,

* Waterproof,

* Battery life of up to 10 hours,

* Strong signal reception,

* Training Center software for detailed analysis,

* Data can be analyzed with Motionbased for online mapping and route sharing,

* 1 year warranty.

Weber Portable Propane Gas Grill-Review

The Weber 586002 Q 320 Portable Outdoor Propane Gas Grill is designed as a long term investment for your home. It's been carefully crafted for quality, and its cooking area allows for 18 burgers, 36 hot dogs, or two whole chickens at a time.


For those who want a high quality grill that will last a long time, with consistent cooking temperatures and an easy set up, that's suitable for family cooking, how does it live up to its claims?


Features Of The Weber 586002 Q 320 Portable Outdoor Propane Gas Grill


* Comes with two stainless steel burners,
* Electronic ignition,
* Measures 22 x 36.5 x 55.5 inches with the lid open and tables folded down,
* Input of 21,700 BTU-per-hour,
* Infinite-control burner valves,
* Cast-aluminum body,
* 462 square inches of cooking space, and a 69 square inch warming rack,
* 5 year warranty,
* Uses a standard 20-pound propane tank,
* 2 folding worktables with hooks for BBQ tools,
* Comes with recipe booklet and stationary cart.


Benefits Of The Weber 586002 Q 320 Portable Outdoor Propane Gas Grill


This grill has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from customers, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars (across just under 200 reviews) on Amazon.com.


Many of the customer reviews have commented on just how easy the grill is to light, with its electronic ignition, and that it heats up well to become a great cooking platform. Another point of praise is that the Q 320 leaves perfect grill lines on the meat, enhancing the flavor and the overall grilling experience.





The cast iron grill surface is also a major benefit. It has been split into two to make for a large cooking area that's also easier to take apart and clean when you need to. And the gaps between the grates are small enough to prevent most foods slipping through.


The grill is ]extremely easy to set up, even for one person setting it up alone. The general consensus from customers who have bought and used the grill is that it's a very well thought out design that's suitable for family use. Weber have also responded to many of the feature requests of their older models by adding in a warming shelf and electronic ignition. 


Drawbacks Of The Weber 586002 Q 320 Portable Outdoor Propane Gas Grill


Unlike previous Weber models, the Weber Q 320 doesn't make use of any flavor bars to help replicate that smoky flavor that a charcoal grill leaves behind. While this may be a drawback to some customers, many have commented that it doesn't make any difference to flavor, and the benefits of using a gas grill far outweigh any drawbacks.


Some customers have commented negatively on the use of plastic for areas of the grill such as the side tables, legs and handle.


Depending on the type of grills you're used to, the price may put you off. However, for a well-designed grill a few hundred dollars isn't much to pay, especially when you consider the rate at which you'd have to replace cheaper, lower quality gas grills. And the Weber 586002 Q 320 Portable Outdoor Propane Gas Grill is one of the most highly rated within its price band.

Wii Fit Plus w/Balance Board-Review

Fitness games were relatively unheard of before the Wii Fit came along and changed everything. With its revolutionary balance board, Nintendo somehow managed to combine video games with getting fit! Since then, Wii Fit has been enhanced and added to with the release of Wii Fit Plus. But is it worth your time, money and effort?


What Do You Get With The Wii Fit Plus With Balance Board?


If you never bought the original Wii Fit and balance board then this is the package to get! You'll get the game along with the revolutionary balance board that brought so many people into the new world of fitness gaming.


Some of the features of this package include:
* The balance board that can measure your movements and weight,
* The new improved Wii Fit Plus game,
* Four game categories: Aerobic, Balance, Yoga and Strength,
* Work with a personal trainer as you learn how to perform each exercise,
* As you improve and play for longer you'll unlock new activities or increase the number of reps for each exercise,
* Wii Fit Plus brings several new features such as routines and specific areas of focus (see below).


How Does Wii Fit Plus Compare To The Original Wii Fit?


If you already have the original Wii Fit then you can get the upgrade simply by buying the software on its own without the balance board. This game does include the original content of the Wii Fit, but adds a whole other level of gameplay. Some of the new features include mixing and matching strength and yoga activities, and flowing exercises together seamlessly for an effective daily workout routine. 

Guide to Buying Cookware

You may think that buying new pots and pans is a straightforward process, but if you do you must not have been to your local kitchen supply store for a while. Modern kitchen supply and department stores offer a large variety of pots and pans made from different materials, in many different styles, and with ranges of durability and storability. It would be wise before you invest a significant amount of money in a new set of pots and pans to do some comparative shopping at different types of outlets.

One of your main considerations when buying new pots and pans should be what materials are used in their manufacturing. A thicker form of anodized aluminum or stainless steel is often used to produce high-end cookware, as opposed to the cheaper forms used to produce less expensive pots and pans you would find at a discount store. There is no need to invest in the heaviest gauge aluminum for average cooking, but you would do well to avoid the thinnest pots and pans. If they dent easily that means they can also be easily penetrated. Bottom-heavy pots and pans, cookware made from the thicker forms of anodized aluminum or stainless steel will resist a kitchen accident much better than their thin metal equivalents.

You may want to buy one or two pieces at a time if you are really serious about investing in quality cookware. For example, if you need a new non-stick frying pan consider your cooking habits and invest in the pan size that matches it best. You may find that you are more satisfied with a ten inch skillet for general cooking than an eight inch or 12 inch skillet.

A Buyer's Guide to Precious Gems on Ebay

To make sure that you do not get cheated out of your hard earned money when purchasing a diamond or other gemstone on eBay, there are several ways to make sure that you are buying a real, not faux or simulated, gemstone. Before bidding on any precious gem on eBay you need to understand how the value of gemstones is determined. When considering a diamond, remember the four Cs: carat, clarity, color, and cut.

Carat is the weight of the diamond. The larger the diamond the more expensive per carat it will be. And remember that carat is about the weight, not size or diameter, of the diamond. Clarity means the size and number of traces of non-crystallized carbon in a diamond. The larger these traces and the more numerous they are the less valuable the diamond is. Diamond color grades begin with D and go through the alphabet. D graded stones shine the most and very valuable. A D grade diamond is virtually colorless. The closer the diamond is to being colorless the more rare and valuable it is.

The cut of a diamond is judged by how it refracts and reflects light; a well-cut diamond will seem brighter.

To find the diamond that fits your price range, it really amounts to finding a happy medium between the 4Cs, then deciding which factors are the most important to you. I suggest also making sure that the diamond you are considering buying has a certificate. A certified diamond is graded on the four traits I mentioned above. There will also be particulars about the diamond that are unique to it. A certificate can make you feel much more confident when deciding to purchase a diamond from a seller on eBay.

THE SAVAGE GARDEN by Mark Mills

I just finished reading "The Savage Garden" by Mark Mills. I have to say that I am sad to have seen the book end, always a sign of a great book for me. When I selected this book at the library I did what I always do before deciding to try an author I haven't previously read. I check out the blurbs on the back of the book jacket and read the synopsis on the inside of the book flap. 

What instantly sold me was 1. the story line. 2. the fact that The Los Angeles Times said Mark Mills had "an incredible voice." As a writer and avid reader voice means a lot to me. If you aren't aware of what voice actually means, it's the personality that comes through the writing, the way the author turns a phrase to create a mood or a scene, to present a character. Each author has a unique voice, and let me tell you, The Los Angeles Times was right, Mark Mills' is incredible.