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Biking Basics: Presta Valves vs. Schrader Valves
Bike tires are a complex science unto themselves — I've heard people say, "It's not about the bike; it's about the tires." When it comes to bicycle tires, you need to know about the two kind of valves out there. There is the tall and skinny Presta valve and the Schrader valve, which you probably had on your bike as a kid.
Want to Win $10 Million? Invent a Car That Gets 100 MPG!
First space, now the Shell station — a just-announced new X Prize is hitting the road, focusing attention on terrestrial vehicles. The contest's mission: invent a car that gets at least 100 miles per gallon and win a race to be held next September.
New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg announced the contest yesterday at the New York International Auto Show.
Adrien Brody Looks Ready For a Relaxing Afternoon
Adrien Brody tucked his flowing hair into a baseball hat on his way out of an automotive store in LA yesterday. When we saw Adrien at the Oscars, his all done up longer locks weren't my favorite, but this look is certainly a step in the right direction. The actor is known to transform for roles when he needs to, but I must say I prefer seeing him a little bit scruffy in jeans and a t-shirt just like this.
15 Companies That Could Meet Their Demise in 2009
Big named businesses began declaring bankruptcy in 2008, and we'd be foolishly optimistic to think the buck stopped in the new year. While it may not make sense to pay any attention to predictions, it's always good to stay in tune with what's happening in our economy and the types of companies on this list say a lot about the bigger picture. Using data from sources such as Moody's Investors Service, US News compiled a list of 15 companies it believes will look much different by the end of 2009.
How To Wire An iPod Connection Into Your Car
If you're not rolling in a BMW, Subaru or one of the handful of new cars that rock built-in iPod connections, you probably use iTrip or another radio/tape adapter to listen to your iPod in the car.
If you're looking for a more permanent built-in connection and you're willing to get your hands dirty, you can always install a connection by yourself. (It can cost up to $2,000 to have this done professionally, although it's not always so pricey).
Methanol test
Overview- Definition
- How the test is performed
- How to prepare for the test
- How the test will feel
- Why the test is performed
- Normal Values
- What abnormal results mean
- What the risks are
Methanol poisoning
Overview- Definition
- Alternative Names
- Poisonous Ingredient
- Where Found
- Symptoms
- Home Treatment
- Before Calling Emergency
- Poison Control, or a local emergency number
- What to expect at the emergency room
- Expectations (prognosis)
- References
- Antifreeze
- Canned heating sources
- Copy machine fluids
- De-icing fluid
- Fuel additives (octane boosters)
- Paint remover or thinner
- Shellac
- Varnish
- Windshield wiper fluid
From Factory Town to Forgotten: Top 10 US Cities in Decline
Ohio and Michigan may be key battleground states this election perhaps because they have the most to gain. In the list of fastest dying American cities, Ohio scored four slots and Michigan took two — it appears in these declining Rust Belt towns, there's nowhere to go but up.
What factors peg a town as "dying?"
Tech News Roundup - Optimus Prime Birthday Cake
- One woman ordered a custom-made Optimus Prime cake for her husband's 30th birthday. Gigantic Optimus Prime Birthday Cake Forcefully Removes Socks From Feet - UK Gizmodo
- Got old gadgets sitting around gathering dust because you've moved past them but don't have the time or energy to sell them on eBay or Craigslist? Sell your old gadgets with Second Rotation - Lifehacker
- Fancy + fun = "FanFun".
Celebs can't live without GPS
Pioneer Electronics Automotive Navigation Systems Launch Party brought out all the B-list celebs on Thursday night. Of course there was Paris with her new BFF, Kimberly Stewart who may be her new co-star in The Simple Life. Nicole Richie was there but did not walk the red carpet (maybe it was a bad hair day or something).
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