Sports & Recreation

You can use inflatable rafts for almost anything you’re looking to do on the water but the most common uses are fishing and whitewater rafting. The advantages of inflatable rafts include the safety of several air chambers and incredible weight…
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When you fish a large lake, the advice you often here is that you should narrow your options down to one part of the lake. When you fish a small pond, that step is already done for you. The techniques…
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Pocket survival tools include multi-functional knives, emergency signaling devices and any other pocket-sized item that can save your life in a pinch. Whether you are heading into the wilderness for a backpacking trip or you just want to be ready…
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Overview Whether composed of plastic or polymer compounds, softball helmets are integral pieces of equipment that serve multiple purposes during both games and practice. While baseball catchers wore masks as early as 1890, batting helmets were not heard of until…
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Winning is fun, but safety should be a top priority in kids sports. More than million kids suffer football-related injuries in the United States every year, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission — and that’s just one of the…
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As summer turns to fall, salmon leave the safety of deep water and move close to shore. Here they congregate near river mouths and become accessible to anglers fishing from land. When the time is right, salmon begin to run…
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Overview Bike wheels consist of a tire, rim, spokes, hub and axle. The spokes connect to the hub, at the center of the wheel, and to the rim of the wheel, creating even tension around the wheel that holds the…
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Wilderness survival requires an understanding of certain basic things, such as making sure that you don’t go camping alone or, if you do, that you let somebody know where you will be and when they should expect you back. This…
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Overview Tubeless bicycle tires are a lightweight, high-performance alternative to the standard form of bicycle tire. However, since they do not have an inner tube, they require a slightly different installation process to that of the standard bicycle tire. This…
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Bass fish are a popular target among fisherman due to their widespread presence in many water environments. They are an abundant species throughout the world and fishing clubs are available that focus on catching this fish. Lakes of all kinds,…
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A good fish hook is essential to a successful day on the lake. A good fish hook catches a fish and keeps it attached to the line during retrieval. Hooks come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles, but…
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The red snapper is characterized by red eyes and a brick-red head and upper body with whitish-silver on the lower part of the body. Found in the southern Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico, red snappers can weigh up to…
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Overview Since 1898, when C.F. Holder caught a 183-pound bluefin tuna off the coast of California, salt water fishing has become a popular recreational activity. From species of fish, techniques and gear selection, anglers have a variety of choices when…
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Overview Football gear consists of pads, jerseys, helmets and footwear designed to protect players from injury during games and practice. Surprisingly, very few players routinely clean their gear, which allows strong odors to develop fairly quickly. The unpleasant odor of…
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Autism is a condition affecting children that usually manifests itself before the age of 3 and can have a significant effect on child’s ability to communicate and carry on personal interaction, according to the Mayo Clinic. Autism affects only about…
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Dark nights pose difficulties for everyone. If you can’t see what you are doing, you can’t do much of anything. Night-vision goggles maximize the low-level light in a region to illuminate your surroundings, even in pitch-black conditions. Some models also…
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Putting is one of the most important aspects when it comes to scoring in golf. While hitting the ball well from the fairway and off the tee are more important to new golfers, putting well can help a golfer put…
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Good brakes are a crucial component of any bike–having high-quality brakes is vital to a safe and controlled ride. The best brakes are made from carbon fiber, titanium and aluminum. These materials allow the brakes to be more durable, lightweight…
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For fishermen tired of sitting on the shoreline or trying to avoid scaring away fish with a loud outboard motor, canoe fishing can be a rewarding alternative and a relaxing way to bring home some fish for dinner. Fishing from…
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Humans have been exploring gymnastics for over 2000 years, according to the governing body for the sport in the United States, USA Gymnastics. In the last 100 years, gymnastics evolved into a competitive sport, and it remains one of the…
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Bank fishing may be the only way to catch bass in small farm ponds and streams. On larger bodies of water, bank fishing literally requires a different approach than fishing from a boat. Predatory bass ambush prey fish from dense…
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Ice fishing for river walleyes is as rewarding as it is challenging. Adapting to the behavior of the walleyes throughout the season ensures a successful outing. Vary your tactics and experiment with different colors and sizes. Be safe at all…
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Minnows, mullet, menhaden, shad or any of a number of other small fish species are frequently used as live bait when targeting larger game fish. It is essential to keep bait fish alive and active, once hooked, to ensure your…
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Thera-Band exercises are very popular among fitness practitioners and ideal for improving your golf game. They are used by golfers across the spectrum for strengthening, conditioning, injury prevention and rehabilitation. Thera-Band exercises are favored due to the compact nature of…
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The American Heart Association states that being physically inactive is a risk factor for many health problems, including coronary artery disease, stroke, obesity, high blood pressure and diabetes. Getting kids involved in physical activities at an early age gets them…
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If you’re new to bass fishing, you’ll soon learn that perhaps no other species of freshwater fish comes with such a large line up of effective lures. There is a reason for this vast selection: Bass are legendary for having…
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Freshwater bass fishing is surrounded with more lore about tips and secrets than just about any other outdoor sport. Anglers have been going after bass in the United States for generations, and knowledge abounds about stalking this wily aquatic creature….
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Overview Largemouth bass are the kings of the freshwater bass world for the simple reason that size matters. The world record as of May 2010 for largemouth is 22 lbs, 4 oz., caught by a Japanese fisherman in July 2009,…
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When excessive moisture gets inside of your ear, you increase your risk of developing swimmer’s ear. This condition is a type of infection that affects the ear canal. Symptoms include itching, redness, inflammation and discharge. To prevent swimmer’s ear, you…
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Fishing for freshwater bass is always a challenge. Bass are a very smart species as well as very moody and finicky eaters. It may take hours of experimentation to figure out which type of lure is “hitting” during a bass…
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