Fritz Lang’s “Metropolis” is just incredible. What is amazing is that this 84-year old film has literally caught the attention of cinema fans from various generations throughout several decades. With each restoration, there is always something new to find in this film and literally, within Read More …
It almost looked as if 2015 would be the year for the Yokohama DeNA BayStars. Since 2002, the team has placed dead last in the Central League (with 2005, they came in 3rd and in 2007, they came in 4th and in 2013 & 2014, Read More …
A lot of the times, many people don’t put too much thought into the helmet they buy. Many look for style and feel and expect the protection to happen. Afterall, you spend money for a good helmet, you are expecting the best protection right? It’s Read More …
When it comes to running socks, a lot of the apparel companies that deal with fitness have their own type of running sock. But among that competitive crowd, Balega Hidden Comfort Socks have a great reputation among many runners. Created in South America , Balega Read More …
I have been wanting a new fitness watch and most importantly, wanting one that not everyone is wearing. Having read the awesome first run and impressions by Ray at DC Rainmaker, I decided to get the TomTom Spark Cardio + Music Fitness Watch. For those Read More …
As I start to run and cycle more and focus on my water drinking, I have been researching various hydration packs. One that fit my budget and my needs was the CamelBak Lobo Hydration Pack. Since 1988, Petaluma-based outdoor equipment company, CamelBak Products, LLC has Read More …
Taylor Swift’s songwriting and vocal skills are just top notch. You want to embrace her music and just want to listen to each song as it’s told in a storytelling fashion. A true talent and ‘Fearless’ is just a fantastic album worth listening to! Purchase Read More …
When it comes to running shoes, despite having a few, I’m always exploring different brands and still looking for shoes that satisfy me needs during a long run. And also, I tend to strike when the iron’s hot for running shoe sales! And the New Read More …
(Originally Reviewed back in October 17, 2009) The New Yorker magazine has always been a source for well-written articles for over 80 years and but also, the publication has also been a great source to find the latest cartoons on various situations happening in American Read More …
The Shimano SH-XC30 SPD Mountain Bike shoes have been my main shoe to use for commutes or for riding. While I do have Shimano road shoes, I tend to do a lot of riding through the city and not in areas where there are straight Read More …
While I mostly ride road bikes, I also have two mountain bikes and always want to makes sure that I’m protected. So, I purchased the Bell Super 2 Helmet which received rave reviews for providing superior protection and a lower rear coverage than most other Read More …
Many years ago, when it came to men’s shopping magazines, I used to purchase “Vitals Man” and “Cargo Magazine”. These magazines were literally the goto magazines during the mid-2000’s that told men where to shop for a variety of products plus articles that appealed to Read More …
(Originally Reviewed on October 9, 2012) I was one of those young kids who grew up with MTV. I can easily remember those days of watching Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” music video during the premiere, multiple times throughout the day. I can easily remember watching Duran Read More …
(Originally reviewed on October 8, 2012) Are you a photographer who has looked at an issue of Newsweek, Time Magazine, GQ, Vogue and other major publications and wondered, how did this photographer capture this moment? Author and Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer Brian Smith has been a Read More …
Having used the Philips HD3095/87 Electric Multi-Cooker for nearly a month now, I have grown to like this multi-cooker but also get slightly annoyed by certain aspects of it. a. WHAT’S INSIDE THE BOX: Upon the unboxing, you get the multi-cooker, plug for the unit, Read More …
I keep to 1200 calories a day (Again, this was my choice!), 200mg of cholesterol a day, 22 grams of sugar a day. For sugars, I have to use this when I blend smoothies for breakfast and lunch: But here is what I go by. Read More …
I have been using fitness bands for my workout for years. Strength bands to work out my arms and legs and I also have suffered the wack on the face when the hooks of those bands detach. While bands do show reliability and there are Read More …
I started to prepare my own meal pres on Sundays. While I have been doing well with weight loss, I wanted to have more control with what I was eating and knowing how much or when to stop. And so I decided to go with Read More …
I look at this burger and I think about 1) “Wow, I ate that!?” and 2) how, as a foodie, I wanted to try various restaurants in different parts of the world. It was something I enjoyed doing with friends and family. But as I Read More …
Many years ago, when it came to men’s shopping magazines, I used to purchase “Vitals Man” and “Cargo Magazine”. These magazines were literally the goto magazines during the mid-2000’s that told men where to shop for a variety of products plus articles that appealed to Read More …
In life, there are times when you are thrown a curve ball and you just don’t know how to deal with certain situations. A question I have been asked by friends is why I haven’t blogged as much recently and the truth is that I Read More …
I have been looking for a shake mixing bottle for my whey protein isolate or soy protein shakes. Something that is 22-ounces, easy to use, easy to clean but most of all, something that would cut the crud out of my shakes. I realize that Read More …
As a protein meal bar, the SlimFast Vanilla “Have Your Cake” protein meal bar is actually one of their tastier offerings. Size of each bar is about as much as you get from other similar protein bars but surprisingly, they are quite filling after eating Read More …
