Published documents by Victor Epand

2008

While there are board games made for every age range possible, there is a special market made for games which are geared toward teenagers. Many times, these games will be themed according to different forms of media which may be popular with teenagers of the day. The teenage years can be a time during which many children are trying to find themselves and often, they will express little interest...

Telemark Ski Binding: A Matter Of Control Published on 15/10/2008

The sport of telemark skiing is an interesting hybrid of cross-country skiing and downhill skiing. Telemark skiers can usually be found on the slopes, heading up the chairlifts and down the hills just like downhill skiers. However, the manner in which they come down the hills, and the equipment they use to do so, is much more similar to cross-country skiing. Unlike downhill ski boots, the boots...

Recumbent Bicycles: A Different View On The World Published on 15/10/2008

Have you ever noticed that if you take the same route to work day after day, you begin to recognize the faces and vehicles of your fellow commuters? One car will be memorable for its hubcaps, another for its bumper stickers. This woman is always putting on her makeup, that man is always screaming into his Bluetooth. But on my daily commute, there is one person who is memorable above all the...

Sleeping Bags: Plenty Of Bang For Your Buck Published on 15/10/2008

Serious sleeping bags (i.e. those intended for outdoor camping) are rather incredible feats of human innovation. Compact, reasonably durable and wonderfully warm, sleeping bags make it possible to truly enjoy sleeping outdoors. In essence, these bags are simply blankets that can be secured around an individual\'s body by means of a zipper or other similar device. In practice, sleeping bags are...

Beginning A Doll Collection: A Guide For Beginners Published on 15/10/2008

Starting to collect dolls can be an overwhelming process. There are so many dolls available - with varying values - that it becomes hard for those new to doll collecting to know where to start. Instead of researching the different types of dolls available, focus on the common mistakes made by beginners. All too often, new collectors want to purchase an assortment of dolls and get the...

Men\'s Swimsuits: A Surprising Variety Published on 15/10/2008

At a casual glance, it might appear that men\'s swimsuits are far less varied than women\'s. After all, women can chose from one-pieces, bikinis, strapless, asymmetrical and a variety of other styles. Men, on the other hand, are usually confined to garments that cover only the lower portion of the body. (The notable exception to this rule is the new racing swimsuit, but more on that later.)...

Racing Bicycles: Light And Fast Published on 15/10/2008

The Tour de France has existed for over 100 years. It is the most well-known bicycle race in the world, bar none, covering more than 2200 miles over the course of 23 days. Although it takes place primarily in France, its route often passes through neighboring countries. It is a test of endurance, skill and some of the most technologically advanced bicycles ever made. The bikes used in the Tour...

Barbie Versus Bratz: Who\'s On Top? Published on 15/10/2008

Hot on the heels of the 1980s Cabbage Patch Kids craze and the 1990s mix of walking, talking and cartwheeling dolls came a new generation of trendy dolls imaged after real life. Kids are now able to find an overhwleming assortment of dolls that sport outfits just like theirs, wear intense makeup, and have realistic-feeling hair that can be styled a variety of ways. It comes as no surprise...

How To Choose A Safe Toy Published on 15/10/2008

The amount of toys available on the market has skyrocketed. Children are now faced with shelves upon shelves of toys, figures, dolls, games, and electronics, making it difficult for parents, relatives, and friends to choose an appropriate gift. Presenting even more of a concern are safety issues. With so many choices, how does an unsuspecting shopper find a suitable toy? Toys should always...

Required Items For The Civilized Camper Published on 15/10/2008

For some people, the entire point of going camping is to \"rough it.\" To live off the wild eating things like berries and mushrooms; to make a fire without matches or a lighter; to sleep outdoors without the comfort of a tent; some individuals consider such pursuits to be the height of fun. But such an approach to camping is not for everyone. Some people prefer to retain their creature...