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In order to use your Zune device as a compass, you will need to download a compass app from the Zune Marketplace. After finding and downloading a Zune compass app, you will be able to open the app and use it to transform your Zune into a simple digital compass.
Women's Adidas Zero cleats should always be broken in for the best possible results during play. Break in women's Adidas Zero cleats with help from an international athlete and a global soccer ambassador in this free video clip.
Producing heat hot enough to melt metal, welding tools emit eye-damaging ultraviolet light. Protecting the eyes with a tinted lens, welding helmets moderate the light wavelengths to safe levels. A common problem with standard welding helmets is that the shields are so heavily tinted it's difficult to see anything, unless the welder is activated. To solve this problem, auto-darkening helmets adjust shade opacity in response to light striking the shield.
If your household is like most, at least one bottle of bleach sits in your arsenal of cleaning supplies. Bleach sanitizes and removes stains, making it a useful chemical for household cleaning. Despite the benefits of bleach, it can be quite damaging to fabrics if used in excess or inappropriately, irreparably discoloring and even breaking down fabrics. In order to counteract the damaging effects of bleach, neutralize the liquid.
Women's breasts are held up by a ligament that can become stretched out with excessive bouncing of the breasts, causing them to sag. Active women with large breasts often experience pain and discomfort while working out, due to an ill-fitting sports bra. Sports bras should provide strong support and fit comfortably without chafing, poking or sagging. If your workouts are painful or uncomfortable and you cannot resolve the issues with your current sports bra, it may be best to find a new one that fits you properly.
If you have a floor nailer gun, then it is likely that you use it to install hardwood floors or carpeting. A floor nailer gun works similarly to an office stapler. To change the depth of the cleats -- another name for staples -- you simply need to change the size of cleats you are using.
A face shield connected to a hockey player's helmet can help protect the player's eyes from flying sticks, ice and pucks. But a shield that becomes badly scratched or fogs too easily can actually limit the player's vision and make the game more dangerous. The ITECH X100 Hockey Half Shield, with its patented "Quick-Click" visor mounting, was designed to reduce both these risks. Since 2006 the X100 has been marketed under the Bauer brand.
Some firefighters might think a sooty helmet shows that they aren't on the first run of their career. Though a dirty helmet may prove that you are not a rookie, that soot could contain harmful carcinogens. It also dulls any safety reflectors you have on the helmet. As a professional public servant, take pride in your appearance and clean the soot from your helmet after every fire -- it might just benefit your own health and safety.
In activities such as ice skating, ballet and other forms of dance, females may often need to wear a leotard beneath a skirt. These skirts are generally made out of a translucent fabric such as tulle, polyester georgette or chiffon, and are usually bought separately from leotards. These skirts generally tie around the waist over the leotard; this allows versatility, but may also lead to wardrobe malfunctions during performances if the ties come undone. To ensure that your skirt stays put, there are certain steps you can take to attach it to your leotard.
Different sports require different types of shoes. Learn how to draw a sports shoe with help from an artist in this free video clip.
Cooks can use a wide variety of ingredients to thicken their foods, but some of them have noteworthy drawbacks. For example, peanut butter will thicken a sauce quite adequately, but it's high in fat and changes both the taste and the appearance. Cornstarch and other general-purpose thickeners have little flavor of their own, and create a clear or opaque sauce without altering the color noticeably.
When you knit a beanie using yarn, the finished beanie may be warm but will not often be waterproof. This can cause the knit beanie to become damp quickly when covered in snow or rain. One alternative is to use paracord to make a knit beanie, which is created using nylon that is waterproof. You can make a handmade paracord beanie using materials that you can find readily at any arts and crafts supply store.
"LittleBigPlanet" is filled with items and objects that can be used to decorate your custom levels. The items are themed according to the style of the level, whether its a haunted house, a Mexican village or a great military battle. There are also items for customizing your Sackboy to make sure he looks the part. You can find a military-style helmet in the "Bunker" levels.
A megaphone is a simple device created in a funnel-like shape to help direct and amplify sound. The megaphone transmits sound spoken through the narrow end of the funnel. Megaphones were used long before electricity began to power most of the things we use, including the microphones that are used at almost any occasion that requires amplification. When electricity isn’t handy, a megaphone can provide amplification. Kids can make megaphones from paper or paper plates you might already have around the house.
Old bicycle, motorcycle or athletic helmets should not be reused, as they may no longer meet current safety standards or may have sustained damage that renders them unsafe. This leaves environmentally conscious cyclists and athletes with a dilemma, since reusing or donating is the simplest way to keep helmets and other gear out of landfills. There are a few things you can do to properly dispose of old helmets in as environmentally friendly a way as possible.
After a long day of practice, stinky sports cleats can ruin the smell of any room in your home, allowing an unpleasant atmosphere to take over and invade your space. Cleaning and ridding the smell of stinky cleats requires a bit of time, but it does not take more than using traditional cleaning and household supplies to do the trick.
The Mogloween event in "AdventureQuest Worlds" is a seasonal event that takes place every October. You can easily spot people who have taken part in a particular Mogloween quest by the fact that their heads have been replaced by carved pumpkins. If you'd like a jack-o-lantern helmet of your own to wear, you'll have to unlock one from the Great Pumpkin King. This item is known as the Pumpkin Deviant Helmet, and it is only available from this rare monster.
Paracord is a very strong thin rope, that derives its name from being used in military parachutes in World War II. You can save money by using paracord over alternatives such as bungee ropes to tie things down, as paracord stretches, is very strong and you can get hundreds of yards for the equivalent price. There are a few useful knots that you can use on your paracord to ensure that it keeps the hold in place.
Soviet helmets from the Second World War are becoming increasingly rare to find. Collectors of World War II memorabilia often prize many different relics from the Soviet Army, in large part because of the numbers of those collectibles that disappeared during the unraveling of the Eastern Bloc in the late 20th century. If you do find a Soviet helmet from that time period, it is likely to need some careful restoration work to take on the look of the 1940s.
The easiest and most aesthetically pleasing way to showcase baseball trophies is to build wall shelves to display them. Wall-mounted shelving with adjustable brackets gives you the flexibility you need to adjust the height of shelves according to the trophies you have to display. Using three twin-track metal standards attached to the studs in the wall gives the shelves the strength they need to support your dozens of display-worthy trophies.
Pronation is the inward rolling of a hand or foot. As a person walks, a foot naturally pronates or rolls inward about 15 percent in order for the foot to properly support body weight. When an individual runs regularly, different patterns emerge on the bottom soles of running shoes that indicates the level of pronation or turning that the runner has. Learn how to determine your level of pronation by examining the worn patterns on your shoes.
Sports bra give health-conscious women a boost of confidence during their workout. A snug, comfortable bra gives support, keeps everything in place and absorbs sweat during workouts. Unfortunately, after a workout, sports bras can smell, even after a good wash, especially if the bra is excessively padded. When hot water rinses and scented detergents don't work, try techniques that experienced runners use. You don't have to throw away your favorite sports bras. Freshen them regularly and keep those embarrassing smells under control.
A baseball card display case should protect the cards from damage while being sturdy enough to hang on the wall. Commercial display cases may come with slots for the cards. Some display cases are small enough to show just one card, while others are set up to show multiple cards. The display is attached to the wall in the same manner regardless of its size.
The Star Wars universe seems to perpetually expand as Lucasfilm continues to add series, characters and concepts onto George Lucas' original vision. One of the more recent character concepts is the Advanced Recon Force trooper. ARF troopers were tasked with scouting out enemy positions on a battlefield and sometimes used the lightweight AT-RT walkers in that role, according to the movie "Star Wars: The Clone Wars." Like all Republic stormtroopers, ARF troopers wore the standard 18-piece body armor but were distinguished by a specialized helmet, which you can re-create with the right materials.
Travel around the world faster in "Banjo-Kazooie" using Kazooie's Talon Trot technique instead of walking. In Gobi's Valley, Bottles the Mole shows you how to use running shoes that speed up the Talon Trot for a short time. Several jiggies in later levels are only possible to obtain with the extra speed of the running shoes.
Sail halyards should be fastened with a cleat that is mounted to the mast. Cleats consist of two "horns" pointing outward on opposite sides of each other and are easily mounted to the masts of J/24-model sailboats, which are manufactured by J/Boats. Tying sail halyards to the mast helps to alleviate pressure that is caused when halyards are deck-mounted, as a halyard is essentially trying to pull the mast through the hull while also trying to rip the cleat off the deck. Over time, these forces manifest themselves in a general weakening of the boat's structure.
Most commonly used for gymnastics, dance or aerobics, leotards are worn on the torso as a one-piece garment. Made out of a snug material, such as Lycra, leotards fit very close to the body, leaving no room for excess fabric. With a moderate amount of sewing ability and a few materials and tools, you can personalize a leotard to make your garment unique and eye-catching by embroidering the fabric with multiple types of embellishments.
Native to Madagascar, where frosts don't occur and the soil is warm and fast-draining, the pencil plant (Euphorbia tirucalli) matures into a small, succulent tree up to 25 feet tall. In the United States, it may also be colloquially known as Indian tree-spurge, finger plant, pencil cactus or sticks-on-fire. Tolerant of heat, dry and impoverished soils, pencil plant easily survives in an abandoned or low-maintenance garden. Killing and removing it is treacherous and labor-intensive, as it will sprout from any lingering roots or stem fragments left on the ground.
Ephesians 6:17 talks about the helmet of God as part of the armor his followers are to put on to be protected from the enemy. This “Helmet of Salvation” is a defensive measure, protecting the head from assaults. In Christian theology, salvation is God’s gift, to those who accept it, of God’s indwelling presence, guidance and leading. Crafts on the helmet of God remind children that God is their protector.
Unlike athletes in some other sports, triathletes must have a very well-rounded physique. As triathlons are composed of three different types of races -- swimming, cycling and running -- the athletes must train equally in all three. This much training can be challenging; thus, an important aspect of training for a triathlon is understanding your body and how to safely train it for the event. You should also know the type of equipment required for the triathlon and what to expect on race day.
"Kinect Sports" is a bundle of sports games released for the Kinect motion controller in mid-2010. This game features numerous sports modes, including soccer. Like other games, you can earn in-game achievements. The "Hat-Trick Hero" achievement requires you to score a goal with your left foot, your right foot and your head in the same game. Getting this achievement adds 15 points to your overall game score.
Earn the Circuit Breaker achievement in "Kinect Sports" on the Xbox 360 by breaking the electrical equipment in the javelin toss event. To do this, you need to gain a decent amount of speed, then throw the javelin at least 105 meters in order to hit the electrical equipment at the end of the field, causing it to break. The key to getting good distance on the javelin throw is to throw it with a sidearm motion rather than the traditional overhead motion.
The Xbox 360 game "Kinect Sports" uses motion-sensing technology to let you experience sports activities as if you were actually in the stadium or on the field. In the Track & Field category, the Javelin event requires you to throw a javelin as far as you can. If you break a piece of electrical equipment with the javelin, you earn the 20-point Circuit Breaker Achievement. To break the electrical equipment, get a running start and throw the javelin at an angle toward the back of the stadium.
Hikers and campers know it is wise to carry extra rope for emergencies. They also know that making a pack as light and compact as possible is a necessity. Braiding paracord into a hatband, bracelet or belt can provide that extra rope without taking up space in the pack. There are several ways to braid paracord. One is called the cobra knot. This is also known as a Solomon bar or sennet knot.
As the name suggests, paracord was utilized in parachutes during World War II. Made from strong nylon kernmantle, the rope has a myriad applications today. Lightweight and strong, paracord can be used for craft projects like lanyards and bracelets. If you need to join two pieces of paracord, you can make an attractive fused joint with a flame. The fused joint will be stronger and more attractive than a knot.
Making a paracord single-tail bullwhip is a creative way to express your sense adventure. Traditional single tails are made from leather and extend over 6 feet long. The 1981 film, "Raiders of the Lost Ark," featured a single tail whip as the main tool used by the movie's lead character, Indiana Jones. Although a real single tail whip would put kids in danger, making a basic faux model with paracord string will provide an enjoyable toy.
Spinning classes take the stationary bike to a new level by utilizing the motivational powers of talented instructors. Spinning is a well-orchestrated cardiovascular workout designed to maximize your endurance. One of the things that makes spinning attractive is that you don't need a lot of equipment. Gyms provide the stationary bikes, and all participants need to bring are proper shoes and cleats. Spinning cleats are necessary to secure your feet because of the rapid pedaling involved in a typical spin class.
You can either purchase a camo netting helmet cover for your cavalier helmet or you may decide that you want to make your own to save some money or to express your creativity. Whichever you choose, you will have to know how to put it on the helmet to make it useful. This accessory will transform your boring, uniformly colored helmet into a more discreet piece of protection. This can be a useful scenario whether you are using the helmet for professional reasons or for other recreational purposes. This project should less than an hour to reach completion.
Under Armour is a performance-apparel company founded in 1996 that specializes in manufacturing clothing that absorbs moisture and helps keep athletes and fitness devotees dry during games, workouts and other physical activities. The company also makes footwear, including running and training shoes, and a selection of sandals in a variety of colors and styles for men, women, boys and girls.
"Halo: Reach" is a prequel game to the original "Halo." In it, you play one of the Spartan super-soldiers attempting to defend the doomed planet of Reach, one of Earth's few remaining colonies, from the Covenant invasion. One feature "Halo: Reach" is the Armory, in which you can buy armor to customize your Spartan's appearance. One of the hardest pieces to acquire is the "Haunted" helmet, which features a raised face shield and a skull inside.
A reliable pouch is important when carrying a utility knife with you into the wild, be it for a day of hiking or a week of camping. It keeps your knife easy to access while ensuring you won't lose it. Braiding your pouch out of parachute cord provides the added benefit of allowing you to carry a survival cord with you as well.
Paracord is one of the most essential components of any survival kit, whether on land, at sea, or even in space: in 1997, paracord was used to repair the Space Shuttle while in orbit. Special Forces soldiers and hikers alike appreciate paracord's strength and versatility.
Paracord is a lightweight rope, deriving its name from its use by American military force's parachutes in World War II. Since then, its use has expanded to many useful tasks. You can make a strong bracelet, strap or keychain from paracord using the same design technique, however differing in length. You must weave and knot the paracord in a certain way to ensure the design stays together.
Many motorcycle helmets are equipped with visors to protect the driver from debris while biking. While these visors can be convenient and practical, they can also be improved upon. If, for instance, you want a visor with a darker tint, you don't have to a buy an entirely new helmet -- you can simply purchase a new visor. But before you can add a new visor to your helmet, you must first know how to remove the old one.
Motocross and other dirt-bike events are unique in that they allow the speed of a motorized vehicle combined with the flexibility of a normal bicycle. As a safety precaution, all riders are required to wear helmets, even in the video game, "SBK X: Superbike World Championship." While the helmets' primary function is safety, you may want to make a fashion statement with the one you choose to wear. Fortunately, you can unlock a variety of helmets as you progress through the game.
The spool knot is the knot used to tie fishing line to the spool of a fly fishing reel, or any other fishing reel. This knot is also known as the arbor knot. It is designed to prevent the fishing line from pulling off of the spool and also helps secure the line so that the fishing line can wind around the spool without slipping. This type of knot also works to hold any rope around a smooth, rounded object, and it is ideal for winding paracord around a cylindrical object.
You can use the Riddell Revolution Speed football helmet for a family football game or for your child's school team. Over time, the face mask on the helmet might show signs of wear or damage. The Riddell Revolution Speed helmet has a removable face mask that is helpful in case of an emergency or if you just prefer to replace a worn, banged-up face mask. The process of changing the face mask on your Riddell Revolution Speed helmet takes only a few minutes and does not require any tools.
Children enjoy watching water rockets careen into the sky. A type of water rocket launcher is required to launch a water-filled "rocket," usually a 1- or 2-liter plastic soda bottle. Most water rocket launchers have four basic components: a base, launch tube, air pump and feeder line.
Tow straps, which are frequently used for general-purpose and short-distance towing, also can be employed in critical rescue situations. When a commercially-made tow strap is unavailable, use paracord as a substitute. Paracord is a strong, thin, lightweight rope originally designed for use as parachute suspension lines. Making your own tow strap from standard paracord is a relatively simple process, but in order for the slender paracords to handle the minimum tow weight of a typical vehicle, a number of lengths will need to be braided together to increase their strength.
Originally used in parachutes during World War II, paracord derives its strength from interwoven strands of nylon. Paracord is used for knots and braids of all kinds, but is especially strong and attractive when used to make a square braid or weave. Often seen woven into a lanyard, bracelet or keychain, a paracord square braid follows a simple pattern to achieve a tightly woven series of knots. Try using two different colors of paracord to braid a solid color that alternates on each side.
