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Basic Biker Gear for Beginners

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There are several reasons you may find yourself riding a bike. It could either be that you are saving on fuel, It could be that you are trying to beat the traffic; it could be for fun or a professional undertaking. Whatever the reason, there are basic things you should know about the bike gear that you should take with you. The gear may vary depending on the specific venture but the underlying Idea is the same. Here is a guide to what biker gear will be of most help to you.

Clothing biker gear

For starters, there is need to know what kind of clothing is appropriate for you. I put clothing first in the list because the choice of clothing is what will offer you comfort and ensure that you enjoy the ride. The choice of clothing depends mostly on the weather but do not forget that the weather may be unpredictable at times. It is good to plan on any eventuality. Basically, a fair weather allows for comfort. The appropriate gear will be some cycling shorts and a light top. Having padded shorts makes the riding experience even more comfortable. Be sure to put on top with moisture-wicking capabilities if there is high humidity. This will help you stay cool and comfortable. If it is cold, a warm jacket will be ideal and a sports trouser which should be a bit figure hugging. Do not forget to plan for a rainy day with a waterproof jacket and pants as well as shoe covers. Neoprene will be ideal for the shoe cover.

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Safety biker gear

Safety should never be compromised when biking. Remember that accidents can happen no matter how proficient one may be. Protecting the head is paramount and the best way is to have a helmet. In case of a hard fall, your head will be protected from serious bruises and injuries. Some helmets come with a helmet liner which provides comfort and warmth in cold weather as well as absorbing sweat in hot weather.

For the hands, use biker gloves which will protect your hands from the fatigue that is caused by the hard vibrations when using a rough road. There are different types of gloves available depending on the weather, including water proof ones for a rainy day. Your shoes need to be fitting and well-padded to protect your feet from corns and fatigue. Your eyes also need protection from the various light conditions. Sunglasses are therefore a must. You can vary lenses depending on the light. They also protect your eyes from particles that may disrupt your ride.

Tire repair Gear

This is another set of biker gear that should never be left behind. Every biker should have with him tools such as a spare tube, a patch kit and tire levers. What this essentially means is that they should also equip themselves with repairing skills should anything go wrong.

Under-seat bag

An under-seat bag as a biker gear can be used to carry any clothing gear that will be required. Your wallet and phone go here too. It is also an ideal place to pack the tire repair gear and some snacks for a great ride.

With these few items, you are good to go and have a ride of your life.

About the author: 

Charles Fitzgerald is breaking new ground; he is the proud owner of The Kewl Shop, a place to find things you really want.  

 

The NFL’s All-Time Rushing Leaders

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Many different statistics are taken into consideration in the debate of who the greatest NFL running back of all time is. One of the stat-lines that is always taken into consideration is who had the most rushing yards from scrimmage, one of the favorite bets at allpro . There have been many great running backs in the history of the NFL. Some of them were better runners than others, while others were better in the passing attack or as blockers. Some great running backs went on to win Super Bowls while others did not. But if we are talking about all-time rushing records, then the most career running yards from scrimmage is an undeniable statistic for determining greatness.

According to this statistic, these are the three all-time rushing leaders in the history of the National Football League.

Emmitt Smith

In his 15 years as a running back in the NFL, Smith amassed more rushing yards than any other running back in the history of the NFL. Playing from 1990 to 2004, Smith rushed for a total of 18,355 yards. Not only is he the all-time leading rusher by a significant margin, many analysts consider Smith to be the most complete running back of all time. He was as good catching the ball as he was running with it, and there are not many running backs that had the speed, power and elusiveness that he had.

Smith was a first-round draft pick of the Dallas Cowboys, where he played for the majority of his illustrious career. He went on to win three Super Bowls with the Cowboys and is also the only running back in the history of the league to win four of the most coveted awards in one year. Namely, for the 1993 season, Smith won the Super Bowl with the Cowboys, was named the Super Bowl MVP, the league MVP, and won the rushing crown for most rushing yards by any running back that year. He is also one of only two non-kickers to account for over 1,000 points in his career. Smith was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2010, being the first player from the 1990 draft class to receive this honor.

Walter Payton

Payton held the rushing record for the longest time of any running back until it was finally broken by Emmitt Smith. He rushed for a total of 16,726 yards in between 1975 and 1987 as a member of the Chicago Bears team. “Sweetness,” as he was called, was easily the most dominant football player of his era. In fact, during his most prolific year, he led the league not only in rushing yards, but also rushing attempts, touchdowns scored, yards from scrimmage, all-purpose yards, and a slew of other offensive categories.

Payton was even good at throwing the ball. He threw for eight touchdowns in his career, which is more than any other non-quarterback in league history. Payton was selected to the Pro-Bowl nine times in his career and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1993. He was also known as a great humanitarian and his legacy of helping others continues to live on through the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award, which is given to players involved in volunteer and charity work. Payton won a lone Super Bowl as a member of the 1985 Bears.

Barry Sanders

If you ask anyone who the running back was that was most exciting to watch, most would say Barry Sanders. Known as being the most elusive running back of all time, his legacy might be the strongest, considering that he was able to achieve such incredible personal statistics while virtually always playing on a losing team. Sanders amassed 15,269 in his career playing for the Detroit Lions. He never reached a Super Bowl, but is still regarded as being one of the best running backs in the history of the sport. Sanders averaged over 1,500 rushing yards per season, which is even more incredible considering that the Detroit Lions usually had a fairly poor passing game and opponents knew that Sanders would be getting the ball on a majority of the team’s offensive plays.

Leslie writes about sports at his blog and on other sports sites.

How to Find Good Value Mobile Phone Deals

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Mobile phones are expensive, and there’s no way around that. If you want a high spec mobile phone, you have to pay for it. We’d all love that not to be the case, but because they are in such demand, there’s no way that prices are dropping anytime soon. That being said, the way you buy a mobile phone can have a big impact on the amount that phone will cost you over the couple of years that you are likely to own it. Here we have put together a bit of information for you to digest, which will hopefully help you to understand the best, and worst ways you can buy your swanky new mobile phone!

Long Term Contracts at Your Peril!

Long term contracts almost always seem like a good deal when first viewed. A free iPhone or Samsung Galaxy S4? Yes please! If it sounds too good to be true, it’s because it is. These deals indeed give you a free phone at the outset of the contract, but you are going to be paying for your phone and your calls, texts and data for the duration of the contract. What’s more, when you weigh this approach up against other options, you’ll soon discover that it’s not the cheapest way to buy.

SIM Only Deals

Buying a SIM only contract is often the best way forward. A SIM only contract is still a contract with a phone network giant, but because you’re not taking one of their phones on the deal, you obviously pay less money for the contract – a lot less. For whatever you can agree for either the year, or thirty days they ask for you to sign up for, you will get a pre determined amount of minutes, texts and data, and it’s normally for a very agreeable price. A couple of hundred minutes, a similar amount of texts and a reasonable amount of mobile data is probably not going to cost you much more than five pounds, while a twelve month contract for unlimited data, calls and texts should be attainable for around £15. This is a drop in the ocean in comparison to the many, many contracts that cost from thirty pounds upwards. If you consider this route to a mobile phone, you need to factor a few things in.

Find the Right Mobile

Firstly, you should try to find a mobile phone you like, and find out what it is going to cost you to buy it outright. This might be problematic for some people, but there are ways around that. For instance, if you want an iPhone, you can expect to pay around £500 for the privilege. Some people don’t have that sort of cash to hand, which is why they often opt for a long term contract with the phone free upfront. Sometimes a better option is actually to buy the phone with a credit card, and set up a direct debit to pay off the balance across a couple of years. Amazingly, doing this and taking up a top SIM only contract for 12 months back to back works out significantly cheaper than if you opted for the contract. Of course, if you find a mobile phone which is a little cheaper, you stand to make even greater savings.

Do Your Sums!

The important thing is to make sure you get your maths right. Let’s start with £500 for your iPhone. Add to this £15 per month for 24 months if you want to go for a SIM only deal which gives you unlimited calls, texts and data. Overall you’re looking at a cost of £860. At the moment you can pick up an iPhone 5S on a two year contract from Carphone Warehouse with 1GB of data per month, along with unlimited calls and texts for £42 per month. Over the duration this is going to cost you £1008. The difference is huge, and of course, any interest payments on a credit card can easily be absorbed in the money that you are going to save by using this approach.

SIM Only Flexibility

1 year contract SIM card tariffs also give you so much flexibility. If you know that you need all the data in the world but you don’t actually make too many calls, then you will almost certainly be able to find a SIM only package that suits your needs. What’s more it’ll cost you less too!

When you look at the market place and divide it up into these two different options, it seems to us that there should be no question of how you fund your next mobile phone. The contract is sometimes viewed as the most convenient way of getting things sorted out, but at what cost? Don’t throw away your money; just spend a few minutes doing a bit of research to help you save hundreds of pounds on your next phone!

Bandage Dresses – Tips for Becoming A Fashionable and Unique Presence Among Others Around You

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Let’s be honest, every woman wants to be fashionable all the time and for this reason, they are constantly seeking for the latest fashion trends, purchasing expensive garments that may or may not value their finest physical traits. At this moment, bandage dresses are extraordinarily popular and Kim Kardashian is a living proof of this matter – the way she wears these dresses has captivated everyone’s attention, determining women from all over the world to adopt similar styles and make their outfits even more fashionable.

For women who want to be trendy this fall, the bandage dresses they should choose need to be colored in vivid or meditative shades like samba red, cobalt blue, linden green, turbulence, orange koi, purple acai or, why not, turquoise. These colors are appropriate for any occasion as long as they are fitted properly, so why don’t you try to experience a few combinations before deciding which one is better for you? You can try various color combinations in which turbulence, linden green or samba red are constantly present, because these shades are simply superb, making your body look amazingly well in a carefully hand-picked bandage dress.

You cannot be too stylish when wearing a bandage dress, so you can always try to bring some novelty to your outfit by adding a few nice accessories to it. This fall, oversized accessories are very trendy, so give up tiny pendants in favor of huge ones. What about a tiny belt around your waist, along with an elegant pair of earrings and a nice handbag? Your bandage dress should always be fitted with a small handbag, like the ones manufactured by Chanel – your look will be classy, but très chic!

Emma Watson is surely one of the most appreciated Hollywood celebrities, but the way she wears that pink bandage dress is simply stunning. Pink, not at all revealing and perfectly molded on her body – this is exactly the bandage dress you need for a complete and feminine outfit. If your body is a little bit weighty, avoid revealing your legs too much and focus on your top, which should necessarily include a proper décolletage. Add a nice pair of high heels to your outfit, but try to avoid pencils ones, because they might make your legs appear too thin. Unless this is the effect you want for your overall physical appearance, then you should pick a pair of simple sandals or leather boots, for a plus of authenticity.

Versatility is one of the key aspects of the bandage dress you should opt for. If you are not completely sure which one will fit your body best, then the most appropriate option is looking for a versatile bandage dress that can be fitted to all of your accessories, fashion styles, shoes and, of course, handbags! Maybe a white or light-shaded dress which should cover the upper thigh and slightly reveal your décolletage, or maybe a lace bandage dress that fits your body like a glove. But not matter what choice you make, do not forget your flair – it will complete your outfit and will make you a unique presence among others around you!

Sasithon Bella is the cool in The Kewl Shop, a place to find things you really want. She knows a good thing when she sees it and is proud to let you know too!

Hottest Fashion Bags Trends That Will Steal The Show In 2014

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With barely a few weeks before the fall of 2013, it is imperative you be conversant with some of the hottest fashion bags that are expected to steal the show in 2014. You also need to know the best styles of handbags that never seem to go out of style. From the beginning of 2013 till the end, there will be a vast collection of handbags featuring great colors and spectacular styles, thanks to the fact that handbag designers are known from time immemorial not to disappoint when it comes to variety and style. Here are some of the hottest fashion bags trends to expect in 2014.

Expensive designer handbags to be a hot pick in 2014

Whereas a handbag is and shall forever remain a lady’s ultimate fashion, having an expensive designer handbag is what will keep you apart from other women. It will be the quickest and easiest way for you to make a fashion statement. With an expensive designer handbag dangling at your fingers, it is as if you will be screaminghey look at me’ come next year.

Shinny and metallic silver handbags will be a hot pick 

Color has always been an important factor to consider when it comes to selecting a handbag. That is why women struggle to keep a breast with the latest and best handbags colors. Metallic silver, classic taupe and shinny colors will be among the hottest handbag colors in 2014. So, if you are looking forward to owning a great hand bag next year, it is advisable you select handbags that come with brighter colors. You should also expect to see a vast collection of handbags in bright green and orange.

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Tote, saddle bag and gaucho to remain popular 

Just like it has been mentioned earlier, there are some handbag styles that never seem to get out of fashion. Some of the handbag styles that are expected to hold popularity in 2014 include gaucho, saddle and tote bag. At the same time, clutch handbag styles are expected be one of the most popular styles next year. This is probably because the clutch handbag styles are more classic in style and are designed bigger than other handbag styles.

Pale handbags to be the hottest handbag trend by far 

All pale handbags ranging from blush to ivory will be the hottest trend in 2014 by far. So, forget about neons, exotics and rococo embellishments and get yourself a decent leather handbag. It doesn’t only feel pretty fresh, it is also easy to clean and maintain.

Leather handbags to be the perfect handbags for every occasion 

Ever since the history of handbags, leather handbags have always been the fashion forward handbags. 2014 will not be an exception, since leather handbags are expected to become even more popular thanks to the fact that they have always been revered for being the perfect handbags for virtually every occasion. The only thing is that, leather handbags will be available in a myriad of elegant classic styles and you will be sure of getting a style that will suit your needs. Designers will treat ladies with an eclectic collection of leather handbags next year.

Sasithon Bella is the cool in The Kewl Shop, a place to find things you really want. She knows a good thing when she sees it and is proud to let you know too!

Five of the Most Famous People in the Beauty Industry Who Made History

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Although the beauty industry today is dominated by huge corporations, such as Clairol, Chanel, L’Oreal, and many others, brilliant minds were behind those companies before they made it big. And it is because of intelligent and hardworking businesspeople that these beauty companies were able to achieve the status that they enjoy in today’s modern world.

Are you interested in learning about just five of the most famous people in the history of the beauty industry who are responsible for shaping the products and services that you enjoy today? Then continue reading for the list below.

Lawrence Gelb and Joan Gelb

Lawrence Gelb and Joan Gelb were an innovative couple who are responsible for bringing the very first at-home hair coloring system to the United States. In addition to giving consumers more power over their hair care choices by providing them with the ability to color their own hair at home, Lawrence and Joan Gelb are also responsible for bringing one-step hair coloring systems to salons, where stylists were able to give their clients the colors they desired with less effort and time.

Eugene Schueller

Eugene Schueller is the founder of world famous L’Oreal, a company that is known for its hair care products, skin care line, and makeup lines. The corporation now has hundreds of brands under its umbrella, with consumers from numerous countries using its products every single day.

Charles Revson

Charles Revson is the founder of Revlon, which is yet another giant in the beauty industry, offering every type of makeup product out there, as well as fragrances and hair color. Although the company is known worldwide today, it started off small, as all ventures do. Charles Revson began making a name for himself when he started producing new nail colors for women to choose from. Of course, women fell in love with the new variety at their fingertips. From there, he went on to develop lipstick shades that would match the nail polishes perfectly. And the company grew and grew from that point forward.

Eugene Rimmel

Eugene Rimmel is credited with creating Rimmel, which was the very first beauty company to offer mascara to the public. In fact, he and his company made such a mark on the world that many languages still use the word “rimmel” as their term for mascara. In the meantime, though, the company has grown and expanded its product offerings. Today, you can purchase myriad beauty products for your eyes, nails, and lips, as well as your face, from foundations and blushes to eye shadows and eyeliners.

Estée Lauder

Estée Lauder was an intelligent businesswoman who made a name for herself in the cosmetics industry by sending her products to celebrities who would then endorse them for her. She is also the person behind the makeup kiosks found in today’s largest department stores. Today, her company is massive, thanks to other savvy businesspeople who have taken charge of it, such as William Lauder, who is currently the company’s Executive Chairman.

Author:

Hayley Smith is a freelance blogger who has always had an interest in the beauty industry and loves purchasing new makeup products when they are released.

Things to Consider While Shopping for Formal Shirts for Men

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One of the most important things that you put on while getting ready for office is a neatly ironed formal dress shirts. Good fitted shirts offer extreme comfort and at the same time, give you a deep sense of confidence to take up the daily challenges head on. Wearing formal shirts (www.peprismine.com/mens-shirts-online-shopping) with a perfect fit makes others to look up to you for inspiration. However, picking the shirts that are of good quality and good fit isn’t easy. Many men feel that buying the better fitted formals may look like a rocket science (but isn’t). Here are the easy and actionable principles to help you pick the right ones, so that you can create a list of classic shirts that can be worn either at work or at a conference, for a fund raising event or even at a board meeting. In the outfit buying process, it’s always great to see the shirt buying as a top agenda. When men shop for the dress shirts, good quality and great fit are the 2 most important things> once you get this right, you will feel very comfortable and wearing them makes you more confident. Most of the times, many men look for easier ways and pick the shirts by just looking at the size mentioned on the shirt, which is not a good idea because the fit of the shirts vary across difference brands, even though the numbers are the same.

The better way to see if the shirts fit you well is by knowing simple way on taking your body measurements. Though it’s not necessary to know all the measurements, some of the measurements that you must know are the neck, shoulder, and sleeve length and across the chest measurement. These measurements are important because they define the size that you pick for your physique. If you aren’t aware of your neck size, a smaller one will squeeze your neck and if it’s too loose, it hangs off your neck. To know your correct collar size, do a one finger test. Put one finger between the collar and your neck. If it comfortably fits and you are at ease, that’s the collar size that you need to go in for. The second most important factor is the unnecessary fabrics that hang around chest and the waist. Do not buy formal shirts if you find them with excessive fabrics around the two areas. For looking sharper and classier, the rule of thumb is – try out shirts that are neither too tight nor too baggy. Try different fits including the slim fit and the regular fits and you may be surprise that a fit that you always loved can be available in either regular or slim-fit, depending on the brand that you select. The looseness of the shirts makes men look older. To look younger, a quick advice is to select shirts that come in perfect fit. Give as much importance to the shoulder part of the shirt. The rule here is the seams of the shoulder should hug your shoulder.

While trying the dress shirts for office wear, the sleeve lengths shouldn’t be too long or for that matter, too short. As a quick test when you are trying it out, unbutton at the cuffs and see if they reach past your wrists. If they reach past through the wrists, it’s best that you try the same fit with a smaller sleeve length. Very few popular brands like Gap, Brooks Brothers and Charles Tyrwhitt offer such variations in terms of sleeve length. For men who belong to belong to the “six footer” group of tall men, try out formal dress shirts to see if it is good at the sleeves and the shirt length. For easy tuck-in, the shirt length has to be 7 inches from the waist or the point where you put the belt for trousers.

PeprisMine.com is an online apparel shirt brand that offers better fit shirts. The shirts are made from pure cotton and Egyptian Giza cotton. At peprismine, you can also select from different sleeve sizes. To know more, visit peprismine.com.

Men’s Cool Clothes at Sammy Dress

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I may be a guy but I like fashion and impressing people with my fashion sense. I am sure at this day and age other men feel the same way. It is not about being vain but has a lot to do with feeling good about yourself and thus being more confident. A fashion industry that focuses its attention on the needs of men now more than ever is also a big factor why men are becoming stylish. Even famous designers who are known for women’s wear now have men’s wear in their line. Men’s fashion has indeed gone a long way.

An online store for all your fashion needs including men’s apparel is Sammy Dress. They are known for being a wholesale supplier of both men’s and women’s clothes, children’s clothes, jewelry, bags, shoes, lingerie, watches, accessories, beauty products, home items, toys, and wedding dresses and accessories. Although sold at cheap prices to customers all over the world, their 200,000 plus products are of high quality and are very much in fashion.

Their menswear is diverse what with a vast collection of items like jackets, pants and shorts, sweaters, T-shirts and vests, shirts, hoodies and sweatshirts, waistcoats, jeans, and swimwear. Clothes for any occasion. Men can surely experiment with their looks with all the available fashionable clothes they have. It does not really matter what style you prefer because Sammy Dress has it all covered. There are clothes for every Tom, Dick, and Harry. Being fashion forward would not be a problem in this online store.

Know The Perfect Dress For Your Kind of Body

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Beauty pageants are fun for many women, and for some, they’re almost a rite of passage. Pageant gowns run the gamut from fun and flirty to seriously formal, and depending on your age, body type, personal preference for style, and the type of beauty pageant you’re going to be competing in, you may find that one or more of the following tips will help you select the perfect gown. And remember, you can browse beauty and wedding magazines for ideas, send away for catalogs if you’d like to immerse yourself in hundreds of possibilities, and window shop both online at PageantDesigns.com, and offline for ideas.

Go with an age-appropriate style.
If you’re a tween or teenage girl, stay in the range of pageant gowns that are suitable for your age. Short sleeveless numbers may work if you pair them with a wrap, but stay away from deep v-neck cuts as well as long formal gowns that look as though they were more suited for a wedding or a spin around a ball room. When in doubt, pick a gown with a higher neckline and a lower skirt – you can always take things up or down a notch, but it’s much more difficult to add fabric where there currently isn’t any.

Pick colors & cuts that flatter.
The number one rule to choosing the right pageant gown is to compliment your figure. Find what works for you. Generally, if you are short and buxom, you’ll want to rely on tighter styles that feature ruching along the front, supportive cups, and unique straps the attract the eye. Taller ladies with a willowy build will appreciate empire waistlines and lacy bodices that hide sculpting boning and curved metal or plastic. For skin tones, go with what is tried and true: olive complexions will benefit from jewel tones, while fair-skinned complexions work best with neutral or bright colors.

Don’t forget the accessories!
A pretty tiara or a delicate veil, a simple strand of flowers in your hair, or a wrap can really accentuate your pageant gown. If your gown is very fancy and luxuriously adorned with lace or beads, go light on the jewelry. On the other hand, a more simpler gown would certainly benefit from a statement necklace or a gorgeous pair of bejeweled earrings. Makeup should be saved for last, and you’ll want to play up your best features, such as eyes and lips.

Must-Haves For Today’s Men Fashion Trends

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Whether you’re building a new wardrobe or just looking to round out your closet, it’s important to have all the basics. Here are a few essentials for the fashionable male.

1: Suit

Every man needs at least one good suit. The type you buy, however, will depend on your personal budget and style. Are you a fan of the classics? Look for a dark three-piece suit. Young and bold? Look for pinstriped or houndstooth designs.

2: Jeans

A sturdy pair of jeans will last for years, so don’t be afraid to splurge and buy one of high quality. If you’re anything like the average man, you’ll be wearing them a lot.

3: Utility Jacket

These military-inspired jackets will bring an edge to any outfit, sending a message of confidence, masculine and vitality. Pair them with those jeans you just bought and you’ll be attracting women for miles.

4: Loafers

A must-have for the working professional, even hipsters will eventually have need of dress shoes, whether it’s for a wedding, funeral, family reunion or job interview. Start with a black pair first, the most traditional.

5: Cargo Pants

Neat enough for the office, yet casual enough for everyday wear, a good cargo pants will serve you through a variety of events and occasions.

6: Blazer

Blazers are one of the great secrets of men’s fashion. Everyone knows about them, of course, but few realize just how versatile they really are: You can wear them to complement an expensive, stylish outfit or you can use them to “class up” a more casual one.