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Translation: Direct Drive Motor

February 13, 2009

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A motor spins the platter directly, so it’s easier to cue a song: Find the beginning, rewind the LP a half rotation, then hit record. Belt-drive players don’t start right away, so it’s harder to cue tracks. - - - - -

Translation: Conversion Software

February 13, 2009

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Unlike ripping a CD into iTunes, clicking once and walking away won’t work here. Simple software eases the process by requiring just a few clicks on your part, but you’ll still have to listen to the entire record in real time. - - - - - - - - - - -

Translation: Gain Control

February 13, 2009

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Gain control lets you alter the level of the MP3 recording. Without it, MP3s can be too quiet or too loud, which you would have to fix with software, one file at a time.

Chili Three Ways

February 13, 2009

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In certain circles (many of them located in Texas), football and chili are sacrosanct: A team’s honor and the superiority of a recipe are defended with equal ferocity. We’ve tracked down three top chili recipes — and the beers to match.

Vancouver Before the Gold Rush

February 13, 2009

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Visit the “Hollywood of the North” to check out the city’s Olympic upgrades ahead of the crush of athletes and fans who’ll descend for next year’s games.

U.S. Army Response to Robert Young Pelton’s The New War for Hearts and Minds

February 12, 2009

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We are writing to clarify and correct a number of points in the February 2009 Men’s Journal article The New War for Hearts and Minds by Robert Pelton. In our opinion, Mr. Pelton’s behavior in Afghanistan as a guest of the US Army was unprofessional. First, he published the fact that a member of [...]

Your Perfect Valentine’s Weekend

February 12, 2009

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Four retreats where you can impress your better half while still getting your adventure fix, whether it’s skiing or conquering a hot tub.

The Worst Day to Ride

February 12, 2009

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Cold rain makes most people seek the warm comfort of the indoors. In Portland, Oregon, it gets everyone out on their bikes to race.

The Steve Jobs Of Meat

February 11, 2009

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Forced out of his namesake company, Bill Niman sets his sights on the next new protein.

Drink This daily

February 11, 2009

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Nutritionist Jonny Bowden’s perfect shake to supplement your healthy diet

How To Stand-Up Paddle

February 10, 2009

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Learn to paddle a wave from legend Brian Keaulana, and your vacations may never be the same.

The Coldest Run

February 10, 2009

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Many races claim the title of toughest in the world, but the 430-mile Yukon Arctic Ultra actually deserves it.

Rye Class

February 10, 2009

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The original American liquor may be staging a comeback of coolness, but it's never been accused of being smooth. Until now.

Stay In The Moment (With Dr. Baseball)

February 10, 2009

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What do A-Rod, Greg Maddux, and Roy Halladay have in common? They all overcame their psychological and emotional hang-ups and regained their form with help from Harvey Dorfman.