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Put a Different Spin on It
Spinnerbaits may be the most versatile bass lures of spring and early summer. Here are three techniques and modifications that the pros rely on to get the most out of a spinnerbait.
Vary the Retrieve
Never cast and retrieve a spinnerbait without changing your speed and direction. Raise the rod tip slightly as you’re reeling—to make the lure climb—then lower it and stop reeling, which lets the spinnerbait fall slightly. Strikes come as the blades make that change, most often just as the lure starts falling. Even a rise and fall over a few inches can make a difference.
Create a New Look
The three basic blade types are willowleaf, Indiana, and Colorado. In general, the slim profile of the willowleaf is designed to perform best at high speeds, which allow it to deliver a lot of flash. The rounder Colorado spins slowly and doesn’t put out as much flash. The blade in the middle—the Indiana—is a compromise design that works best when retrieved at moderate speeds. If bass are hitting well but consistently missing the lures, change blade color (say, from silver to gold) before changing the type. To provide a completely different look, remove the spinnerbait skirt and replace it with a soft-plastic worm, a grub, or even a tube lure. Retrieve the lure just as you would one with a regular skirt.
Rip for Big Bass
Let the spinnerbait fall to the bottom in slightly deeper water and rip it up with a few fast cranks. Then stop reeling and let it fall back to the bottom. Repeat this for the entire retrieve. Ripping a spinnerbait often brings reflex strikes from heavier fish that may have been watching the lure on the bottom. —Joe Cermele
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Cast from a Kayak
For easy casting from a kayak, install a movable anchor system. Mount pulleys near both ends of the craft and run a 3⁄16-inch braided nylon line through them and tie the ends to a strong metal or plastic ring. Insert your anchor line and tie it off to a deck cleat. Use the pulley line to move the ring forward or back, adjusting the anchor pull-point until the kayak lies in a comfortable casting position for your target area. —Joe Cermele
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Scooters For Survival
August 19, 2013 by Thomas Miller
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To escape mayhem or disaster, you will need transportation. Many survivalists have grand visions of a bulletproof, tracked vehicle that mimics the functions of a tank while matching the size and comfort of a luxury RV. I am no exception from that crowd. However, like most people, my reality is something on a much lesser scale — assuming that someday I will even be able to have a dedicated survival vehicle.
If you have a limited budget and because there are no special qualifications required to operate one in most areas, a feasible solution for a survival vehicle could be a scooter. Yes, a scooter. I am not a student, a hipster or European; but it seems that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages and support the philosophy that a scooter could be a viable option as a survival vehicle.
Advantages
The cost of a scooter can vary greatly, depending on the manufacturer, model and specifications. While a new scooter can cost well more than $10,000 for a top-of-the-line, highway-ready model, some of the imported models can be as cheap as $600. It is also not uncommon to find an old, used, name-brand scooter that is still running and listed for sale for $200 or more. In addition to a low purchase price, the cost of operation and maintenance are minimal. Most States do not require any endorsement to operate a scooter, and registration and insurance fees are minimal.
Most small scooters weigh less than 300 pounds. The heaviest models weigh about 600 pounds. Because they are lightweight, scooters are easy to get around on. Also, they can be moved and even lifted over obstacles with minimal or no assistance.
A scooter can easily be navigated through the tightest of areas. In the event of societal collapse, a scooter may be the only motorized form of transportation that can be maneuvered through an urban environment. The size advantage will allow a scooter to pass through roadblocks that a car or truck could not. If your survival vehicle of choice is not a scooter, you could put a scooter in the back of a truck, van or SUV. This will allow the use of the scooter if an impassable area is reached or if your first choice of vehicle becomes incapacitated.
Scooters are very efficient in the amount of fuel that they consume. Many of the 50 cubic centimeter models can get more than 100 miles per gallon. Because of the fuel-consumption advantage, a scooter can be a good survival vehicle. For example, a scooter with a full tank of gas and a 2-gallon gas can in reserve can travel nearly 400 miles. This should be a plentiful distance to reach safety in many survival scenarios.
The range of a scooter on a single tank of gas is not all that impressive on its own. But many scooters have additional luggage or cargo racks available that will easily facilitate the carrying of additional fuel.
Many preppers are concerned about the possibility of electromagnetic pulses (EMP) or coronal mass ejections (CME) from the sun that could potentially wipe out the electrical grid and destroy any machinery or equipment that operates on an electric system. As a result of a scooter’s size, it is possible to design and build a faraday cage that will protect the scooter and keep it operational after an EMP or CME. Having a source of transportation following such an event will offer significant advantages versus not having a mode of transportation.
Scooters are quiet by design. Their small engines do not produce a large amount of noise or emissions which make them great vehicles for keeping a low profile.
A scooter can be easily concealed. They are small and easily hidden, and they are typically covered in plastic panels that can easily be painted with basic spray paint. This allows for a custom paint job to blend in with a variety of environments. Additionally, cheaper models of scooter don’t usually have any chrome or bright metal components. That means less risk of light sources reflecting on the scooter and giving away its location.
Scooters are not inherently designed to carry large amounts of cargo, but they do offer the opportunity to carry cargo in several different configurations. In addition to cargo racks, saddle bags and various other bags can be strapped to the scooter’s frame, handlebars and panels. It is even feasible that a bicycle or motorcycle trailer could be pulled by a scooter to allow additional cargo capacity.
Disadvantages
The small size of a scooter makes the payload that can be carried extremely limited. This includes limitations on the number or weight of passengers carried, the weight of cargo and the space available to carry both. In addition to cargo restrictions, the scooter’s small wheels make it susceptible to falling into potholes, which can ruin your mode of transportation. Because of this possible complication, it may be advisable to maintain an inventory or extra parts for your scooter. This is especially true if you are depending on a scooter for survival purposes. Some of the spare parts that should be stocked include wheels, tires, spark plugs, oil, engine lubricants and electrical components (bulbs, fuses and wires).
The average size of a scooter engine is somewhere between 50-150 cubic centimeters. This is great because it means that a scooter will only sip fuel as opposed to guzzling it, but it also means that the maximum speed of a scooter is very limited. Typically topping out at a speed of 45 mph (on a good day), a scooter will not allow for quick transportation. The speed of a scooter will be decreased even more when attempting to ascend a hill or traversing rough terrain.
Disaster Applications
There are many potential applications to use a scooter in the event of a disaster. Besides point to point transportation, scooters could be used for:
- Scouting and reconnaissance: Because of the potential to get around in a quiet and stealth manner, a scooter could be a great recon vehicle.
- Evasion: In the event of a confrontation, a scooter could offer a quick means of evading a threat. They also offer the potential in assisting in an effective getaway by traveling on sidewalks, through alleyways, etc.
- Hunting and gathering: During difficult times, hunting and gathering food and water sources may be the main method of survival. In this case, a scooter could greatly increase the effectiveness of these efforts. It is also possible that some resources could be used because of the additional capabilities offered by having a scooter.
- Assisting others: Rebuilding after a disaster often revolves around the efforts of an entire community. If there is limited transportation available or if environmental conditions limit the use of conventional vehicles, a scooter could offer an opportunity to assist your neighbors and help rebuild the community.
Is a scooter a viable option to get out of dodge? I don’t know. But what I do know is that I would rather ride a scooter out of chaos than strap on my hiking boots and walk an unending number of miles to safety.
–Thomas Miller
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Vitamins And Minerals That Reduce Cancer Risk
August 19, 2013 by Carl Lowe
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European researchers have found that the vitamins C and E as well as the mineral selenium may reduce the risk of pancreatic cancer by two-thirds. Globally, pancreatic cancer kills more than 250,000 people a year.
This cancer is deadly. Only 3 percent of people with this disease survive beyond five years. Genes, smoking and type 2 diabetes are all risk factors. Diet is also thought to play a role.
In this study, people who consumed the highest levels of vitamins C and E and selenium in their food were 67 percent less likely to develop pancreatic cancer than those who took in the least.
The researchers note that experiments using antioxidant dietary supplements have not produced significant results, but this may be because food sources of these nutrients are more beneficial than supplements. Citrus and kiwi fruits are high in vitamin C. Nuts and spinach contain vitamin E. Selenium is found in nuts and fish.
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Give a Dam
When summer temperatures soar, it’s time to move to the fast water found below a dam, where the temperature is frigid and the stripers get aggressive. Be there at first light, armed with beefy 7- to 8-foot baitcasting outfits with wide-spool reels sporting heavy line (30- to 40-pound mono or heavier braided line). Wolf packs of stripers will cruise shallow shoals and gravel bars at daybreak (A), hitting schools of baitfish with percussive surface strikes. Start with a big, noisy muskie prop bait, retrieving it with loud rips and tranquil pauses. As the fog burns off, switch to a quieter topwater glide bait, retrieving it slowly across the surface so the tail sashays back and forth, leaving a wake behind it. By midmorning, move to 5-to 10-foot holes adjacent to those shallow shoals and bars (B), casting a 10-inch soft jerkbait rigged with a treble stinger hook. Stripers shun bright sunlight, holding tight to undercut banks and submerged trees (C); cast the bait around these spots and skate it rapidly across the surface. —Joe Cermele
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Chicken Bombs
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These little guys are fun to bring to any barbecue! IT'S BARBECUE FOOD! And they REALLY are little bombs of deliciousness! Don't judge...just enjoy!
Ingredients:
5 boneless, skinless, chicken breasts
5 jalapeño peppers
20 strips of bacon
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup grated colby jack or cheddar cheese
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup BBQ sauce (I like Sweet Baby Ray's)
Directions:
1.) Slice chicken breasts in half WIDTH wise (Each half will make 1 Chicken Bomb). Place between two pieces of wax paper and pound to 1/4 inch thickness. *A rolling pin also does the trick. Season each with salt a pepper.
2.) Slice jalapeños in half LENGTH wise and remove seeds, ribs, and the end with the stem.
3.) In a small bowl, mix your softened cream cheese with your grated colby jack.
4.) Fill each jalapeño half with about 1 Tbs cheese mixture. (Sometimes I use more)
5.) Place 1 jalapeño half at the end of each pounded breast piece. Roll over and together. *It doesn't always close the way you think it should. No worries! The bacon will pull it all together.
6.) Wrap each breast piece with 2 slices of bacon. I do 1 at a time (obviously), and just sort of wrap tightly and tuck the ends of the bacon under the strips. It all comes together in the cooking process. I promise you do not need toothpicks!
7.) Preheat your grill to 350 degrees. Cook over indirect heat for 20-25 minutes; turning every 4-5 minutes. Baste chicken with BBQ sauce each time you turn it. Giving it one final basting right before it's done. Chicken is ready when it reaches an internal temp of 165 degrees. If you don't have a meat thermometer, pierce chicken with a fork. If juices run clear, it's done! *Makes 10 Chicken Bombs
To Bake: Bake, uncovered, at 375 degrees for 30 minutes. Basting with BBQ sauce a few times during cooking. Baste once again when finished, and place under broil setting for a few minutes so bacon can crisp completely.
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Deviled Egg Boats
These cleverly engineered eggs with a mustardy zip and colorful sails are sure to become an instant favorite with your crew.
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What you'll need
12 hard-boiled eggs
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons vinegar (white or cider)
1/4 to 1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 red, orange, yellow, or green bell peppers
Paprika
How to make it
Peel the eggs, then slice each one in half to make boats. Place the yolks in a medium-sized bowl and mash them with a fork. Add the mustard and the vinegar, then add the mayonnaise, stirring until the consistency is smooth but not soupy.
Next, make the sails. To do this, cut each pepper into 1-inch-wide strips, then cut the strips into 1-inch squares and slice each square in half diagonally.
Fill the egg-white halves with the yolk mixture. Stick the sail upright into the filling and sprinkle with paprika. Makes two dozen.
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Veggie Chips
A fantastic and healthy snack for kids school lunches. Not every kid loves vegetables, but it's a rare child that doesn't love chips. These oven-fried veggies are a winning marriage of the two. The kale in particular becomes irresistibly light and crisp.
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What you'll need
Potatoes
Parsnips
Carrots
Kale
Olive oil
Salt
How to make it
Heat the oven to 400°. In a bowl, toss thinly sliced vegetables (we used potatoes, parsnips, and carrots and pieces of kale) with a tablespoon or two of olive oil. Place the veggies on a generously oiled cookie sheet or two, making sure the pieces don't overlap, and sprinkle them with salt. (Since some vegetables cook faster than others, you might want to keep them separated on the pan.)
Bake, checking often, until the pieces are browned and crisp. Flip the pieces halfway through the cooking time. The kale takes about 8 minutes, the parsnip and carrots about 10 minutes, and the potatoes about 16 minutes.
When the chips are done, transfer them to a bowl or plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
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13 Tips to Protect Your Chickens from Hot Weather
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Solar Power Trailer DIY Project
A solar trailer can create energy for camping, power equipment, in times crisis power your home instead of a generator.
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Probiotics Replenish, Restore Healthy Bacteria In Guts Of Chemo Patients
August 20, 2013 by Bob Livingston
One of the leading causes of death among cancer patients is chemotherapy which, along with antibiotics, destroys the body’s immune system and the good bacteria that thrive in the gastrointestinal tract.
A healthy gastrointestinal tract is essential to a strong immune system. Studies on rats that have had their gastrointestinal systems stripped of all bacteria showed they produced less immunoglobulin and had altered immune structures, smaller spleens and reduced levels of important B and T cells.
Physicians know this. So why don’t they tell their cancer patients about the benefits of a healthy gastrointestinal system and teach them how to eat to maintain proper levels of healthy bacteria? Cancer treatments themselves are a boon to the pharmaceutical industry. Another boon is a drug called RSPO1 or R-spondon 1, which activates cell production in the intestinal walls, prompting regeneration of the damaged tissues and an increase in the levels of healthy bacteria.
Pharmaceuticals can charge almost $50,000 for one dose of RSPO1. But they can’t patent probiotics, which do the same thing. So physicians — who receive kickbacks on their prescriptions and other largess from the pharmaceutical companies for endorsing their drugs — don’t tell patients about probiotics and proper gut-healthy nutrition.
Probiotics are a natural and healthy way for chemo patients — and those on a steady dose of antibiotics — to rebuild their immune systems. Drinking buttermilk will also help replenish the gut’s healthy bacteria.
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10 Foods for Concentration
The fastest and healthiest route to a sharper mind comes down to consuming the right nutrients. Here are 10 foods that will change the way you think -- literally!
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Chocolate
Researchers at the University of L’Aquila in Italy studied the results of 90 seniors who were dealing with mild cognitive impairment -- difficulty with memory, thinking and judgment. For eight weeks the seniors drank a cocoa beverage every day containing either low, medium or high amounts of flavanols, the antioxidants that naturally occur in cocoa. The results: Those who consumed drinks with medium and high amounts of flavanols scored higher on tests that required attention and other mental skills compared to the subjects who drank the lowest levels of flavanols. But this isn't a free pass to the candy aisle -- experts say a square or two of rich, dark chocolate is all you need.
Cauliflower
Cauliflower contains choline, a nutrient in the B vitamin family that the body converts to citicoline, a natural anti-aging compound. A study conducted at McLean Hospital, an affiliate of Harvard Medical School, concluded that a supplement made from citicoline can increase energy and electrical activity in the area of the brain that is responsible for decision making and focusing.
Chili peppers
Hope you like it hot! Scientists at Brown University have discovered that the chemical changes that occur in the brain when you eat spicy food can improve learning and memory. Heat -- as in temperature -- can also be beneficial.
Sunflower seeds
While these seeds are small, they are packed with brain-boosting power, says Neal D. Barnard, M.D., author of Power Foods for the Brain. “They contain the antioxidant vitamin E, which means they stop free radical attacks. Free radicals are responsible for many aspects of aging, one being the aging effects on the brain,” says Dr. Barnard. He recommends eating one ounce (a small palm-full) of sunflower seeds per day.
He also suggests using the seeds as an ingredient in dishes like in a salad as opposed to a snack. “Keep in mind that nuts and seeds are high in fat,” he adds. “While they contain the good fats, all fats are highly caloric.” And when you’re just nibbling on them, there’s a greater chance in overeating.
Sweet potatoes
“Sweet potatoes are one of the most healthful foods ever to pop out of the ground!” says Barnard. “They contain the richest source of beta-carotene, which like vitamin E, is a radical-fighting antioxidant.” He adds that this veggie is also the dietary staple of Okinawa. “And Okinawa is the ‘Granddaddy of Longevity,’” he explains. “Located at the southern tip of Japan, there are more people who live to 100 in this area -- and in good cognitive health -- than any other place on earth!”
Cantaloupe
This sweet melon also contains beta-carotene, as well as vitamin C. And, according to a study from Oregon Health & Science University, vitamin C may help brain cells from premature breakdown. “As for how much to eat, there’s no need to offer a strict portion size since there is no risk to overdoing cantaloupe!” says Barnard. “And I do encourage people to include something orange in their diet every day, whether it be cantaloupe, sweet potatoes or carrots.”
Rice bran
Are you hoping to learn a new computer program or memorize a speech? Then you may want to get some magnesium-rich rice bran. Research conducted in Bejing, China implies that an increase in magnesium may have the ability to enhance cognitive function in the brain. The study authors discovered that extra magnesium in the diet of rats, both young and old, showed an improvement in their learning and memory skills. The current recommended daily allowance for this mineral is 320mg for an adult female, so a half a cup of rice bran (which would be around 450 mg of magnesium) should do it.
Beet juice
Sipping beet juice may increase blood flow to the brain and improve cognition, say researchers at Wake Forest University. It’s due to the high concentrations of nitrates found naturally in beets. Nitrates have the ability to send extra blood and oxygen to the white matter of the frontal lobes, which are associated with executive functioning. In the study, researchers noticed a difference in brain function in seniors after they drank 16 ounces of beet juice a day.
Breakfast cereal
Not just any cereal -- fortified breakfast cereal. “The fortification is important here because we are looking for vitamin B-12,” says Barnard. He refers to a team of researchers in Singapore who reported that people who had vitamin B12 circulating in their blood had better memory function and better ability to pay attention. “And the breakfast cereals add vitamin B12 in a form that is quite highly absorbable,” he says. When shopping on the cereal aisle in the grocery store, look for the words “vitamin B12” or “cobalamine” (the chemical name for B12) on the label.
Yogurt
Apparently good digestion and good brain function go hand-in-hand. A recent study conducted at UCLA implies that women who regularly consumed probiotics, otherwise known as the good bacteria found in yogurt, showed a boost in brain function, whether resting or responding to a task. Scientists explain that the shift in bacterial environment in the gut stimulates a signal that is sent to the brain, ultimately improving function in the cognitive areas of the prefrontal cortex. Eating a yogurt a day has also been shown to have other health benefits, such as increasing the feelings of satiety and reducing the risk of yeast infections.
Amy Capetta is a contributing writer at iVillage.com. You can follow her on Twitter @amycapetta.
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