Table of Contents INTRODUCTION 3 A HISTORY OF SCOTCH 5 TYPES OF SCOTCH HAVE DISTINCT DIFFERENCES 7 SINGLE GRAIN IS A TREAT TO FIND AND MAKE 8 SINGLE MALTS OFFER A UNIQUE OPTION 8 BLENDED SCOTCH IS A POPULAR CHOICE 9 SINGLE CASK MALTS 10 PURE MALT SCOTCH 10 THE LEGALITIES OF MAKING YOUR OWN SCOTCH 12 KEEP SAFETY IN MIND 13 SELECTING THE INGREDIENTS 15 LOCATING SCOTTISH BARLEY 16 FINDING THE RIGHT WATER 17 GETTING YOUR HANDS ON BREWER’S YEAST 18 OTHER INGREDIENTS TO CONSIDER 19 GETTING THE RIGHT EQUIPMENT 20 EQUIPMENT YOU NEED FOR SINGLE MALT SCOTCH 20 SINGLE GRAIN EQUIPMENT 21 MAKING YOUR OWN STILL 21 A FEW WORDS ABOUT THE CASKS 22 THE PRODUCTION PROCESS 24 CREATING A SINGLE MALT SCOTCH 24 HEATING AND DRYING ARE ESSENTIAL 25 MASHING COMES NEXT 25 DISTILLATION REQUIRES A CAREFUL TOUCH 26 A FEW WORDS ABOUT SINGLE GRAIN PRODUCTION 27 MATURATION MATTERS 28 TESTING THE FINAL PRODUCT 30 BOTTLING WITHOUT SPILLING A DROP 32 SAMPLING YOUR SCOTCH 33 A FEW WORDS IN CLOSING 35 Sample Content Preview INTRODUCTION You’ve explored the idea of making your own beer and shot down the notion of wine just as soon as it cropped up. Your tastes demand something bolder, richer and stronger. You’re a scotch lover and nothing is going to change that. After all, there is nothing quite like drinking a smooth shot of scotch after a long day to warm the body from toes to soul. Perhaps the only thing that might compare is actually being able to boast that the shot in question came from your own private reserve; one you created with your own hands. Just imagine kicking back after a long day and savoring the flavors of your own private stock. Picture your friends’ delight when you are able to share a bottle of one of the rarest stocks in the world – a stock of your own creation! It is possible to make your own scotch whisky, crafted specifically to meet your discriminating tastes. The spirit of kings and the pride of Scotland, scotch is not technically difficult to create, but it does demand a careful hand and the patience of a saint. Instant gratification, however, is not something that comes with creating a full bodied, rich flavored scotch. It can take weeks to prepare the ingredients and fully bring a scotch whisky through the distillation process. Once that’s done, there is still much waiting involved with maturation. In fact, the longer you wait before you break open a cask, the better the scotch is likely to be! If you are looking for a do-it-yourself project that offers fast rewards, making scotch might not be for you. But, since you’re a scotch lover, you know that good things come to those who wait. Take your time, study up on scotch, identify the traits you like in your own favorite brand and try to replicate them and you might discover the rewards of making your own scotch far outweigh the time involved in doing so.

Table of Contents INTRO 4 1 EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE EVEN THINKING OF GETTING INTO FORMULA D RACING 5 THE FACTORS 5 IT IS DANGEROUS 6 IT’S A SERIOUS CAREER 6 STILL WANT TO DO IT? 7 DRIVETRAIN 7 SUSPENSION 8 2 A HISTORY OF THE MOTORSPORT 10 HUMBLE BEGINNINGS 10 PLUSPY 10 THE FIRST DRIFTING COMPETITIONS 11 BREAKING THROUGH TO THE MAINSTREAM 11 DRIFTING TODAY 12 3 RULES OF THE GAME: HOW DRIFTING DIFFERS FROM OTHER MOTORSPORTS 13 THE POINT SYSTEM 13 THE RACE 14 PROVISOS 14 Getting the pass 14 MORE FACTORS... 15 VARIATIONS 15 4 ADVANCED LESSONS: WHERE TO GO TO LEARN THE ROPES 17 PRIVATE PROPERTY 17 LEARN ONLINE 18 TAKING SOME PROFESSIONAL LESSONS 18 KEEP PRACTICING 19 5 GETTING SPONSORED 20 LANDING A SPONSOR 20 Establish yourself 20 Have something to offer the sponsors 21 Know what you need 22 Have a Web Presence 22 6 QUALIFY YOUR CAR: WHAT'S ALLOWED AND WHAT ISN'T IN A FORMULA D RACE 23 TYPICAL DRIFT CARS 23 WHAT TYPICALLY WON’T QUALIFY 24 PASSING 24 7 THE EDGE: SOME TIPS AND TRICKS THAT MIGHT GIVE YOU AN ADVANTAGE ON THE TRACK 25 PRACTICE THE BASICS 25 KEEP LEARNING 26 LOVE THE CROWD 26 8 ENTERING YOUR FIRST COMPETITION 28 SIGNING UP 29 GETTING READY 29 Practice, practice, practice 29 Get your car in shape 30 Get some rest 30 9 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: WHERE DO YOU GO FROM HERE? 31 PURSUE YOUR SPONSORS 31 GET AN AGENT 32 ENTER EVERY EVENT 32 MAINTAIN YOUR ONLINE PRESENCE 32 AND FINALLY, DON’T GET COMPLACENT 33 10 A WORD ON SAFETY FOR FORMULA D RACERS 34 KNOW YOUR LIMITATIONS 34 KNOW YOUR BASIC DRIVING SAFETY 34 INSURE YOURSELF 34 CONCLUSION 36 Sample Content Preview INTRO If you’re looking to get into something exciting, motorsports are most definitely the way to go. Feeling the rumble of the engines, the smell of the fuel burning up, the burning rubber, the speed, the heat, the danger, it all adds up to an intense rush of adrenaline, an incredible experience like no other. If you’re serious about getting into drifting, it’s fair to warn you, it’s a heck of an addiction. Know, too, that drifting is a motorsport all its own. It’s not exactly racing, and it’s not exactly stunting, but it’s a little bit of both. There’s a sense of showmanship not found in most motorsports. If you live for the visceral thrill of speed and danger, if you love the rush, then drifting may be exactly what you’ve been looking for.

Table of Contents 1 ARE YOU A BBQ CHAMPION? 4 LEARN ALL YOU CAN 4 WHAT ARE YOU BBQ-ING? 5 2 WHAT SETS A CHAMPION APART? 6 #1: BE UNIQUE 6 #2: PRESENT WELL 7 #3: DEDICATION 7 #4: RECIPE 7 #5: YOU WANT IT MORE THAN THE MONEY 8 3 START WITH THE BASICS 9 MEAT SELECTION 9 MEAT PREPARATION 10 TEMPERATURE CONTROL 10 TIMING 10 REPEATABLE FLAVOR PROFILE 11 DON'T FORGET THE PRESENTATION 12 MORE TIPS 12 4 DESIGN A RECIPE 13 YOUR COOKING METHOD MATTERS 13 SAUCES AND MORE SAUCES 14 Tomato Based BBQ Sauce 14 Vinegar Based Barbeque Sauce 14 How can you change up these great recipes for barbeque sauce? 15 USING YOUR BARBEQUE SAUCE 16 STAY CREATIVE 16 5 FOOD SAFETY AND BBQ 18 FROM STORE TO HOME 18 THAWING SAFETY 19 MARINATING TIPS 19 TRANSPORTING FOOD SAFELY 19 KEEP SURFACES CLEAN AND SANITARY 19 PRECOOKING FOOD 20 COOKING PROPERLY 20 SERVING AND KEEPING IT HOT 21 HOW ABOUT SMOKING? 21 6 PRACTICING METHODS 22 PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT 22 FEEDBACK AND QUESTIONS 23 TIME MANAGEMENT 23 MORE PRACTICE TIPS 23 7 YOUR PLAN AND GEAR 25 HAVING A PLAN 25 YOUR GEAR 25 PACKING IT UP 27 8 THE COMPETITION DAY 28 COMPETITION DAY ONE 28 THE SECOND DAY 29 KEEP IN MIND 30 9 TIPS FOR SUCCESS 31 10 TIPS TO KEEP YOU WINNING! 31 10 PROFITING FROM CHAMPIONSHIPS 33 CONCLUSION 35 Sample Content Preview 1 ARE YOU A BBQ CHAMPION? The word BBQ Champion is not a name given out lightly. In fact, if you try to claim this title, you should have some type of backup to help ensure that you are, in fact, a person who deserves it. A plaque is often a good way to prove that you are worth the title. If you are passionate about BBQ, you can learn to become a champion. If you are the type of person that has a passion for cooking pork, beef or even chicken with your homemade BBQ sauce, then it is a good idea to consider taking on the task of learning to become a champion. However, it is important to note that this is not an easy task and it can be one that requires a great deal of time investment, monetary investment and a lot of practice. The first step in that process is to learn as much as you can about BBQ and about competing in a championship. If you have seen some of the championships displayed on television, do not underestimate the work that goes into the preparation process. It is work. If you are passionate though, and your family loves BBQ, you will not mind doing the work to enter the championship ring. LEARN ALL YOU CAN The first step in becoming a BBQ champion is learning all that you can. Unfortunately, this book is not large enough to provide you with all the wisdom that is available to you through past champions. However, it is a good idea for you to spend at least some of your time learning from the pros. Here are some ideas to help you to do just that.

Table of Contents INTRODUCTION 4 1 THE BASICS – WINE 101 6 WHAT IS WINE? 6 GRAPES 7 COLOR CLASSIFICATIONS 9 White wine 9 Red wine 10 Rosé wine 10 DRY, SEMI-SWEET (OFF –DRY) OR SWEET 11 Dry wine 11 Semi-sweet wine 11 Sweet wine 12 TABLE, SPARKLING, FORTIFIED AND DESSERT 12 CONCLUSION 13 2 14 WINESPEAK – A LOOK AT WINE TERMINOLOGY 14 CONCLUSION 17 3 18 NEW WORLD, OLD WORLD, WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE? 18 GENERAL DIFFERENCES 18 Old world wine 18 New world wine 19 VIVA LA DIFFERENCE 20 CONCLUSION 21 4 23 SELECTING, STORING AND SERVING WINE 23 SELECTING WINE 23 SERVING 25 STORING 27 CONCLUSION 28 5 29 SWISH, SWIRL, DON’T GARGLE – WINE TASTING 101 29 ETIQUETTE 30 CONCLUSION 30 6 32 CHOOSING WINE IN A RESTAURANT 32 WINE LIST 32 OPTIONS 33 PRESENTATION 33 CONCLUSION 34 CONCLUSION 35 Sample Content Preview INTRODUCTION The history of wine making and drinking goes back several thousands of years. Early civilizations discovered the process of fermentation. The exact date remains unknown. It is known, however, that by 7,000 B.C. cultivated vines were growing in the region of Mount Ararat and in Asia Minor. Successive civilizations continued to develop on the process of growing and making and storing wine. Irrigation systems created by the Sumerians around 3500 B.C. helped water the vineyards of Mesopotamia and other arid lands. The Assyrians, The Babylonians and the Egyptians continued the trend. Although the Egyptians preferred beer, the upper echelons drank wine. The pyramidal tombs in both the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Nobles contain wall hieroglyphics depicting the growing and the harvesting of grapes as well as the making of wine. The Egyptians were also the first to label the wine vats, sealed against the negative effects of air. The Greeks were the first to begin categorizing the different types of grapes. Authors recorded such things as techniques and tools. In fact, the Greeks invented the pruning knife. They also developed wine containers – amphorae, of clay to act as storage vessels. The Romans took the Greek’s inventions and techniques developing them further. Between 750 and 450 B. C., the Romans refined wine growing techniques and processes. Pruning, fertilization and reduction of acidity owe much to the Romans. Pliny the Elder recorded much of the Roman farmers’ practices in this field of agriculture. He classified grapes and recorded the terminology for future generations. The Romans are also responsible for spreading wine culture throughout their empire. Soon, the “provinces” of Hispania (Spain), Gaul (France) and Germania (Germany) – to name a few, were growing grapes for wine making. Even England was learning about wine making. The Roman legions stationed there would trade wine for woolen cloaks and cloth.

Table of Contents INTRODUCTION 5 1 A QUICK SCIENCE LESSON 6 A BRIEF LESSON IN PATHOGENS WE’LL BEGIN WITH A BRIEF DEFINITION OF A PATHOGEN- 6 Types of Pathogen 7 Transmission 8 Understanding Salmonella 8 E. Coli 9 THE SEVERITY OF THE SITUATION 9 Wash your Hands 9 2 A CLEAN KITCHEN IS A HEALTHY KITCHEN 11 YOUR CLEAN KITCHEN SHOPPING LIST 11 Clean as you go 12 Thorough cleansing 12 Cleaning out the Deep Fryer 13 Cleaning the restrooms 13 Tidying up the dining room 14 3 PROPER FOOD PREPARATION 15 THAWING FOOD 15 CUTTING, CLEANING AND PORTIONING FOOD 16 PRE-COOKING ITEMS 16 MARK THE DATES 17 BEING READY FOR THE WORKING DAY 17 4 CHICKEN ON THE BOTTOM- PROPERLY STORING FOOD 18 WHAT GOES ON WHAT SHELF 18 PROPERLY SEALING FOOD 19 WATCH THE EXPIRATION DATES 19 FROZEN FOOD 19 ROTATING FOOD 19 5 PROPERLY HANDLING FOOD 21 ONLY THE REQUISITE STAFF SHOULD MOVE FOOD AROUND THE KITCHEN 21 NO EATING AT THE STATION 21 EVERYONE WHO HANDLES FOOD MUST WASH THEIR HANDS REGULARLY 22 EVERYONE WHO HANDLES FOOD MUST BE EDUCATED ON PROPER HEALTH PRACTICES 22 FOOD MUST ALWAYS BE TRANSPORTED IN THE PROPER CONTAINERS 22 6 PROPER COOKING METHODS 23 HOT FOOD STAYS HOT, COLD FOOD STAYS COLD 23 CHECKING THE INTERNAL TEMPERATURE 23 WHAT ABOUT RARE STEAKS? 24 COOKING PORK 24 COOKING POULTRY 25 A WORD ON COOKING FOR VEGETARIANS 25 PREPARING COLD FOOD 26 7 PROPERLY SERVING FOOD 27 THE SERVING STAFF NEEDS TO BE AS WELL VERSED IN HEALTH AND SAFETY AS THE COOKS 27 THE SERVING STAFF NEED TO WASH THEIR HANDS AS FREQUENTLY AS EVERYONE ELSE DOES 27 PROPER ATTIRE 28 SMOKING 28 HAIR 28 8 PERSONAL HYGIENE FOR KITCHEN STAFF 29 CLEAN CLOTHES 29 HAIR 30 PERSONAL CLEANLINESS 30 SWEAT 31 WASHING YOUR HANDS 31 9 KITCHEN SAFETY 32 NO RUNNING IN THE KITCHEN 32 PROPER HANDLING OF KNIVES 33 PROPER ATTIRE 33 IMMEDIATE RESPONSE 33 ATTENTIVENESS 34 DEALING WITH EMERGENCY SITUATIONS 34 Injury 34 Crime 35 10 KNOW YOUR LOCAL HEALTH CODE! 36 CLEAN HANDS 37 NO SMOKING 37 PROPER FOOD STORAGE 37 FIRST AID KITS 37 CONCLUSION 38 Sample Content Preview INTRODUCTION If you’ve always wanted to get in trouble with the law but don’t have the nerve for attempted robbery, the quickest way to get slapped with some criminal charges is to manage a restaurant without knowing anything about properly preparing safe, edible food. Over the last few years, the restaurant industry has become a hot-ticket market. Simply put, managing a restaurant or becoming a souse chef are two of the current “coolest jobs around”, so, predictably, a lot of people rush into this line of work lacking a full understanding of what it entails. Luckily, you’re one of the more sensible ones who has obviously taken the time to do a little bit of research. The following text should tell you just about everything you need to know to prepare food that is not only delicious, but sanitary and healthy, too (and of course, if you’re just wondering how to properly prepare food at home, don’t worry, the information in this e-Book is universal). We’ll confess, this e-Book doesn’t contain every last piece of knowledge you’ll need to become a great chef, but it does contain just about everything you need to know about creating safe, hygienic meals, and that’s just as important.

Table of Contents 1 INTRODUCTION 4 THE JOYS OF TRAVELING TO EUROPE 4 HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR DESTINATIONS 5 Prioritizing What You Want to See 5 Time and Budget 6 VisA Requirements 7 TOURS VS. INDEPENDENT TRAVEL 8 GENERAL TRIP PLANNING ADVICE 9 Weather 9 Packing Advice 10 Watch for Festivals 12 PLAN A REALISTIC PACE FOR YOUR PARTY 12 THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX 13 2 GETTING THERE 14 BOOKING FLIGHTS 14 Start Early 14 Be Flexible 15 Strategic Flying 15 Websites for Flight Deals 16 WHAT TO EXPECT ON THE FLIGHT AND ON ARRIVAL 17 During Your Flight 18 On Arrival 18 CRUISES 19 DISCOUNTS AND COST-CUTTING OPTIONS 20 3 GETTING AROUND 22 FLIGHTS WITHIN EUROPE 22 TRAIN TRAVEL 22 Eurail Passes 23 Bonuses with Rail Passes 24 General Information on Train Travel 24 BOAT TRAVEL 26 DRIVING IN EUROPE 26 METRO, LOCAL TRAIN, BUS, AND TRAM BASICS 28 4 FINDING AND CHOOSING YOUR ACCOMMODATION 29 HOTELS 29 HOSTELS 30 SHORT-TERM APARTMENT RENTALS 30 HOUSE-SWAPS 31 5 WHAT ELSE TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO 32 PRACTICAL CONSIDERATIONS 32 Electronic Devices 32 Cellular Phones and Internet Service 32 Money and Currency Exchanges 33 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS 33 ENJOYING CULTURAL DIFFERENCES 34 Sample Content Preview 1 INTRODUCTION THE JOYS OF TRAVELING TO EUROPE Europe: the dream destination for millions of Americans each year. Whether you first dreamt of the castles (and there are so many) as a child, or whether your interest is in the history and beauty of the countries, you cannot help but be enchanted by the glory and the diversity of Europe’s countries. Today, what we think of as Europe is actually a group of countries that are either members of the European Union (EU) or those that are not. There are 27 EU countries, but this number doesn’t include well-known European countries that you might still want to visit such as the United Kingdom or Norway. We’ll discuss the EU and what impact it might have on your travels later in this report. From the warmth of Greece to the coldest parts of Norway, the landscape can change dramatically in just a few moments. As you travel through the different landscapes, you may pass everything from majestic, snow-capped mountains down to the brilliant white sand beaches of Spain, Italy, and Greece. No matter what kind of vacation you are looking for, you can find it in Europe. There are other reasons to see the continent, though. The rich cultural heritage and traditions of the countries have been charming Americans for centuries. It’s rather incredible to realize that what we often consider ‘old’ in our country is actually modern in comparison to what you will see in Europe. Plus, so many of the traditions that you will see today have actually been happening in Europe for centuries in exactly the same way. With the combination of architecture and events, you will find it easy to imagine yourself back in time to an era where some of your ancestors may have been living and working.

Table of Contents INTRODUCTION 3 A COMMON AILMENT POPPING UP EVERYWHERE 3 NOT YOUR RUN OF THE MILL HEALTH CONDITION 4 HELP IS ON THE WAY 5 1 UNDERSTAND WHAT ACID REFLUX IS 6 UNDERSTANDING HOW IT ALL WORKS 7 EVERYBODY IS DIFFERENT 8 COMMON SITUATIONS CAN AGGRAVATE THE CONDITION 9 BEING EDUCATED CAN REALLY HELP 11 2 A PROPER DIET FOR ACID REFLUX 12 COMMON TRIGGER FOODS 12 WHAT DOES A PROPER DIET REALLY LOOK LIKE? 14 LEARNING TO MODIFY ALONG THE WAY 17 3 IMPORTANT LIFESTYLE CHANGES FOR ACID REFLUX 18 COMMON LIFESTYLE CHANGES WORTH CONSIDERING 18 WILL YOU MAKE THE NECESSARY CHANGES? 21 4 OPTIONS FOR TREATING AND LIVING WITH ACID REFLUX 23 WHAT ARE THE COMMON MEDICATIONS USED TO TREAT ACID REFLUX? 24 WHAT ABOUT NATURAL REMEDIES? 25 A TREATMENT FOR EVERYONE 27 CONCLUSION 28 Sample Content Preview INTRODUCTION Acid reflux—the words are all too familiar in today’s culture. What is it about this health condition that causes such recognition amongst so many people? Perhaps it’s the fact that so many of us are flooded with commercials on this condition, just about every day. Perhaps it’s the fact that so many people try to self diagnose this condition every time they have a bit of heartburn. Maybe it’s because so many people are actually suffering from this condition that it’s almost become common place. Though the instinct of many is to dismiss acid reflux as a seemingly simple condition, it can be a truly difficult one to live with. If you don’t get the proper diagnosis and work through an appropriate treatment plan with a medical professional, then acid reflux may literally take over your life. So why is it that acid reflux has become such a common, widespread, and rather accepted health condition? What is it about this particular gastrointestinal disorder that has caused so many to just skip past it? It’s hard to say in each individual case, but for the majority it probably has to do with the fact that there are so many different medications out on the market. So many different drug companies have jumped in on the act to distribute and market their own version of acid reflux medication. You’re seeing so many different commercials because there are that many medications that all promise to help you cope with the common symptoms. While this can be a relief to those who suffer from acid reflux and to doctors who prescribe them, it can all be a bit confusing as well. Understanding what acid reflux is and how to live with it can come in handy. This can be a rather frustrating and debilitating gastrointestinal disorder, and getting into the details of it can help you to coping with it throughout your life.

Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 1 WHAT ARE RADIO CONTROL VEHICLES? 4 DEFINITION OF RADIO CONTROL VEHICLES 4 TYPES OF RADIO CONTROL VEHICLES 4 WHAT A GREAT HOBBY! 5 2 ALL ABOUT RADIO CONTROL VEHICLES 7 IS IT A TOY OR IS IT A HOBBY? 7 POWERING UP YOUR RADIO CONTROL VEHICLE 8 Electric 8 Nitro 9 Gas 9 COMPARING RADIO CONTROL VEHICLES BASED ON POWER SOURCE 9 ON-ROAD VERSUS OFF-ROAD 9 POPULAR MANUFACTURERS 10 BASIC VOCABULARY 10 3 CHOOSING A RADIO CONTROL VEHICLE 13 BUDGET 13 AGE OF THE OPERATOR 14 OTHER FACTORS 15 ACTUAL SPEED VERSUS SCALE SPEED…HOW FAST IS FAST? 15 SCALE SIZE OF THE RC VEHICLE 16 4 BASICS OF RADIO CONTROL 17 HOW THE RADIO CONTROL VEHICLE WORKS IN GENERAL 17 CONTROLLERS 18 CHOOSING A FREQUENCY 19 ANTENNAS 20 THROTTLE 21 BRUSHED MOTOR VERSUS BRUSHLESS MOTOR 21 Brushed Motor 21 Brushless Motors 22 NITRO ENGINES 22 5 LEARNING HOW TO OPERATE A RADIO CONTROL 24 BASIC RULES OF THE ROAD, AIR AND WATER 24 AIRPLANES 25 6 MAINTAINING RADIO CONTROL VEHICLES 28 TAKE YOUR RC VEHICLE TO THE CAR WASH 28 RC Cleaning Toolbox 28 Keeping Mechanically Sound 29 The Ultimate Tool Box 30 7 A COMPETITIVE SPIRIT 32 ROAR 32 IFMAR 32 LOCAL CLUBS 33 CONCLUSION 34 Sample Content Preview 1 WHAT ARE RADIO CONTROL VEHICLES? Almost everyone has driven by a park and seen adults playing with what look like toys that roar, fly, soar and float. They have a control in their hands and are pushing buttons, turning knobs and pulling out antennas. There might be some children around but that is often not true. So what is going on? It’s the exciting world of radio control vehicles! At one time these vehicles were simple small toys like slow moving boats or cars or low flying planes that seemed to crash more often then they ran or flew. But all that has changed with the new technology and new materials. There are radio control dragsters that have been clocked at speeds of 70 miles an hour though that is not typical for most of these vehicles. You can do acrobatic moves with the airplanes and even some beginner units can fly a half mile away and over 100 feet in the air. The question still remains: What are radio control vehicles? DEFINITION OF RADIO CONTROL VEHICLES Radio control vehicles are scale model versions of full sized vehicles that are controlled through the manipulation of a wireless controller or transmitter held in the hand. The controller sends a radio signal to the receiver in the vehicle and that signal tells the car, boat or aircraft how and where to move and at what speed. The controller has a specific frequency that only the vehicle’s receiver will respond to. That’s why you can find all those adults in the park operating their radio control vehicles without affecting the others as long as they follow certain guidelines you will read about in this book. By the way, in the hobby and competition radio control vehicle industry, the acronym RC is usually used. RC naturally stands for “radio control. If you are a beginner to radio control vehicles, one of the first steps is learning basic vocabulary which will be covered in a following chapter.

Table of Contents CONTENTS 2 INTRODUCTION 3 PUTTING THE HORSE BEFORE THE CART 5 GETTING LICENSED 7 LINING UP THE RIGHT EQUIPMENT 9 WEAPONRY MATTERS 13 THE 4 MAJOR CLASSES OF WEAPONS 13 GAME SPECIFIC WEAPON RECOMMENDATIONS 14 PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT 16 UNDERSTANDING YOUR GAME 18 GENERALIZED TIPS AND TRICKS 18 ANIMAL SPECIFIC ADVICE 18 KNOW YOUR HUNTING GROUNDS 21 TIPS FOR THE 1ST HUNT 23 THE BUDDY SYSTEM IS A MUST 23 WHERE TO POSITION 25 PATIENCE IS A VIRTUE 25 RESPECTING OTHER HUNTERS 26 WHEN TO TAKE THE SHOT 27 AFTER THE SHOT 28 A FEW WORDS IN PARTING 30 Sample Content Preview INTRODUCTION If you’re looking for a hobby that will get you “off the grid,” out of the house and back to nature, there are few out there that can top hunting. It doesn’t matter whether you intend to become the next Daniel Boone or you just relish the idea of getting back to the basics, this sport will provide you with plenty of challenges while testing your resolve and even your mental prowess and physical stamina. The reality is there is nothing quite like sitting in the woods or on the edge of a serene lake waiting for the right game to approach. The peacefulness, tranquillity and sheer exhilaration of being in the wild make hunting a sport worth pursuing. If game is spotted, the excitement level climbs even higher. For many hunters, it doesn’t necessarily matter if game is caught or not; the act of hunting is a reward in and of itself. To actually bring home game at the end of the day, however, hunters do need to hone certain skills. When all is said and done, the success or failure of a hunt often comes down to having the right skills (and perhaps a little luck) to put up against the natural, and often well-developed, defences of the animal in question. While it might seem like hunting is a fairly easy sport to dive into, this isn’t the case. At least this is so if a newbie hunter wants to enjoy a reasonable chance at success. To really have an opportunity to bag game during the first hunt or first few hunts, you have to understand some important ground rules. You also have to have an understanding of the game you intend to seek. Plus, it’s also a good idea to make sure your “I’s” are dotted and your “T’s” are crossed as far as local laws are concerned. Then, of course, there’s gear to buy, locations to pick and even a little bit of discipline that needs to be developed.

Table of Contents CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION 4 1 STEP ONE: KNOW WHAT YOU NEED 5 WHO IS THE HOME THEATER FOR? 5 WHAT IS YOUR TOP PRIORITY? 5 WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT MODERN ENTERTAINMENT TECH? 6 SO WHAT DO YOU NEED? 6 2 STEP TWO: KNOW YOUR BUDGET 7 HOW MUCH SHOULD YOU EXPECT TO SPEND? 7 How much to spend on what? 7 TIPS FOR SETTING UP ON THE CHEAP 7 Pawn Shops 8 Poaching 8 Older Models and Sales 9 3 AN INTRODUCTION TO HDTV SETS 10 HDTV: A PRIMER COURSE 10 NOTATION 11 Resolution 11 Scanning System 11 Frame Rate 12 THE BOTTOM LINE 12 4 AN INTRODUCTION TO SURROUND SOUND 14 THE SPECS 14 3.0 and 4.0 Channel Surround 15 6-track 5.1 Channel Surround 15 6.1 and beyond 15 A NOTE ON SELECTING A SPEAKER SET 16 5 AN INTRODUCTION TO BLU-RAY DVD 17 THE COST 18 THE FORMAT 18 6 PC CONNECTIVITY FOR THE TOTAL TECH NOOBIE 19 MUSIC 19 MOVIES 19 PC GAMING 19 CONVENIENCE 19 HDTV TO PC CONNECTIVITY: A HOW-TO 20 VGA 20 DVI 20 RESOLUTION ISSUES 21 7 VIDEO GAMES, DVD-R AND OTHER STUFF YOU DON'T NEED BUT MIGHT WANT 22 DVD-R 22 VIDEO GAMES 23 VIDEO CAMERAS 24 8 TIVO, NETFLIX AND DIRECTV: GETTING GOOD ENTERTAINMENT CHEAP 26 HULU.COM 26 TUNES 27 MOVIE AND MUSIC TRADING COMMUNITIES 27 DIRECTV 28 INTERNET RADIO AND PODCASTS 28 YOUTUBE 29 GETTING WHAT YOU WANT 29 9 WHERE TO BUY AND WHAT TO BUY (NOW THAT YOU KNOW WHAT YOU WANT) 31 READ A LOT OF USER REVIEWS 31 CHECK THE MESSAGE BOARDS 32 ELECTRONICS STORES 32 10 STAYING OUT OF DEBT: GETTING THE PERFECT SETUP WITHOUT LIVING BEYOND YOUR MEANS 33 USING CREDIT CARDS 33 CONCLUSION 35 Sample Content Preview INTRODUCTION We live in what you might call the Era of High Definition. Movies are shot in crystal clear HD, music is recorded in pristine HD sound, even television is broadcast in high definition. This is all well and good, but if you're still using one of those wood panel TVs with the dial to change the channels, then a fat lot of good all that HD does you. Obviously, you can't watch high definition entertainment on a standard definition TV. Well, you can, but you'll be watching it in standard definition. So, if you've decided that it's time to upgrade, and not only to upgrade, but to outfit your den or living room with the full package, then you've just picked up the right e-Book. By the time you've finished reading this tome, you should be well equipped with the knowledge of what to buy, and how to get it without breaking the bank.