Two heads in one image
Don’t you just love getting those emails with all kinds of fascinating images and photos? Like in the featured image – see two heads in one: Read more…
Tips in Movie Production Planning
Professionals do not content themselves with making plans. They implement them and follow through on them.
Writing the script is not exactly planning. However, the resulting script forms the basis for all decisions that have to be made to prep up production. Having no script will prevent you from costing the program, designing its look, determining the crew and equipment needed, listing the locations or sets, budgeting the production or setting a schedule. Only a true script can provide the means to plan as opposed to an outline no matter how long it is. Non-fiction programs typically use a two-column (audio and video) formatted script to include complete narration and essential audio as well as the visuals. Read more…
Hello Google Music!
It is told that Nero was playing the fiddle while Rome burned. While Washington burns, Google launches Google Music.
Just as well, because bankers and politicians are not bringing us joy. We’ll have to make our own. So, bring 20,000 of your best (non-pirated) songs – that’s how many Google Music allows you to store online for free – and make some beautiful noise. Read more…
And this runs on batteries?!
0 – 60mph in 4.5 seconds. 285 horsepower rear-wheel drive. A drag coefficient of only 0.27. Top speed 130mph. And it runs on batteries?!
Yes, sir! This is the Tesla Model S, a gasoline-free automobile with so many features and gadgets the manual reads like a best-seller. But throw the book aside. That is what Tesla has done every since they designed their first roadster. This beauty is not your normal run of the mill. Read more…
Harley Davidson Adventure Riders
When William S. Harley and Arthur Davidson presented the world with a new motorcycle in 1903 they probably did not realize what adventure were awaiting them. The world, that is. Because Harley-Davidson went on to cross the world, literally, on some of the craziest, hardest, bone-breaking adventure rides.
Harley Davidson has been around the block, supplying the police since 1911, exporting to Japan since 1912, supplying armies during World War I (20,000 bikes) and World War II (60,000 bikes), winning races, breaking speed records, and conquering hearts the world over. Read more…
Dakar route 2012
The problem with having 12 months in a year is that 11 of them is without a Dakar race! Because in each adventure rider there is a Dakar rider lurking.
The Dakar route covered countries in Africa from the first race in 1979 to 2007. In 2008 the race was cancelled due to security concerns in Africa. In 2009, the Dakar moved to South America. It proved to be a popular decision, attracting more spectators than ever and offering better television coverage than before. The Dakar route for 2012 will include Argentinia, Chile and Peru. Read more…
Honda NX650 Dominator
The Honda NX650 Dominator was produced between 1988 and 2000. It became a legendary dual-purpose motorcycle and, with its “low weight, relaxed torque, fine handling” the choice of many RTW (Round-the-World) motorcycle adventurers.
The Dommie – as it became known – basically is a XR650L with a fairing, slightly different frame and some refinements. The dual exhaust pipes added some low and mid range torque and some extra horsepower.
The dual pipes look stunning and make the NX650 sound like a lion purring. Even when you open the throttle aggressively the Dommie does not growl; instead, it just purrs louder, running ahead of the pack. Read more…
Moody’s drops Malema
The day after credit rating agency Moody’s downgraded South Africa to negative from stable the ANC Youth League’s corrupt leader Julius Malema is suspended. Moody’s cited South Africa’s political risk.
The South African Rand took a heavy knock on the Moody’s downgrade and it obviously became clear to the ruling ANC party that the problem for the political risk had to be removed. Read more…
The weather in Cannes
Today, it is 64°F (18°C) in Cannes, France where the G-20 heads of governments are stuffing their faces, contemplating the offers of corrupt institutions, ogling the French girls and smirking at the Greek Prime Minister, George Papandreou.
Normally, Cannes is a great place to visit whatever the weather. It is a beautiful seaside town with long lazy beaches, grand hotels and fantastic restaurants. This is the place where pretty actresses, handsome actors and great directors rub shoulders during the annual Cannes Film Festival Read more…
Triumph Tiger Explorer 1200
You don’t call this the new kid on the block. This is a giant. And it’s here to proof it, taking on the likes of BMW R1200GS, Yamaha Super Tenere and Moto Guzzi Stelvio. Obviously, they won’t take it lying down. Meaning the big-bore adventure fight is set!
Bring on the open road, check the pre-load, set your seat height, swing the engine, kick it into gear, turn the ear! The new 1200 Triumph Tiger Explorer looked ready even before you hit the start button. Read more…
