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RACOR INC #PSB-1R 1 Bike Fold RackRACOR INC #PSB-1R 1 Bike Fold Rack
Rated 5 Stars"Very nice bike rack" 2008-07-31
The Racor Single rack works exactly as advertised. It is simple to install and helps protect your bike and vehicles. The holding hooks are coated with rubber to prevent scratches. The flat area is large enough to store your shoes or helmet. When not in use you simply fold it flat against the wall.

If you are looking for an inexpensive way to reduce clutter and protect your bike, look no further!


VELODYNE ACOUSTICS MINIVEE Powered SubwooferVELODYNE ACOUSTICS MINIVEE Powered Subwoofer
Rated 5 Stars"Small but powerful" 2008-04-30
I'm using the Minivee in a great room (18'x 23' + vaulted ceiling) with a Polk Surroundbar 50. The Surroundbar needs major assistance below 100hz. My search for the right sub was not easy, I wanted something that could rumble during movies, but also provided clean, tight musical bass. My budget was under $750, so that ruled out the small Sunfire subs. After trying several other subs, and returning them, I decided to give the Minivee a shot.

The Minivee handles movies and music equally well. Action scenes have the rumble we love to hear and feel. Music has a solid, well defined low end that is completely missing with the Surroundbar by itself. But neither music nor movies have that bloated, annoying bass that many less expensive subs produce.

Ounce for ounce and dollar for dollar the Minivee is in a class by itself. This little beast has impressed me, my family and quite a few visitors.


Polk Audio Atrium 60 All Weather Speaker, Black FinishPolk Audio Atrium 60 All Weather Speaker, Black Finish
Rated 5 Stars"Very nice outdoor speaker" 2008-02-24
Let me start this by admitting that I have not yet installed these speakers outside. Mid-winter patio usage in the Midwest is pretty rare, so I will have to wait a few more months before these speakers are mounted in their final spot. Instead, this review is based on indoor use, in comparison to the Polk RTi4

Overall the Atrium 60 is a fairly large speaker, so if you are looking for a speaker that will "hide" under your eaves, this may not be the right choice for you. However, speakers that hide usually offer little in the way of frequency response below 100Hz so keep that in mind!

PROS - crisp highs, solid midrange, nice bass extension. A very solid performer in its own right, even when compared to other bookshelf speakers intended for interior use. I powered them with a Sonos ZP100 (50w X 2) and they were able to pump out serious volume without straining. Not quite concert levels, but far beyond what I consider "normal" volume levels! Music details were not quite as good (not bad, but not sharp) but I think the aluminum grills might be the cause. Very, very solid build.

CONS - size. If teeny, tiny is what you are interested in, then keep looking. These speakers are roughly the size a shoe box. You will definitely want to make sure you mount them to something sturdy.


Apple MB053LL/A AirPort Extreme Base StationApple MB053LL/A AirPort Extreme Base Station
Rated 5 Stars"Not easy to setup, but still a great product!" 2008-01-27
As quite a few reviewers have already mentioned, the AirPort Extreme does take some time to setup. Not hours (maybe 15 min), but not quite as simple as other systems I have used (D-Link, Buffalo, etc.) But that does not prevent me from recommending it to friends and family.

Once it is setup it is very stable. Unlike other devices I have not had to reboot it once every week or two. The AirPort Extreme is centrally located in our two story house and provides fantastic speeds throughout. So far I have simultaneous connections running with the following devices: PowerBook G4, MacBook Pro, iMac, Fujitsu PC notebook, Nintendo Wii and two Tivo boxes. Every device has connected without a problem and maintains a solid connection.


Western Digital 160 GB USB 2.0 Passport 2.5Western Digital 160 GB USB 2.0 Passport 2.5" External Hard Drive (WDXMS1600TN)
Rated 5 Stars"Great little drive" 2008-01-27
Fast file transfers via USB 2.0. Very, very quiet drive. Small enough to fit well in my notebook bag and neatly beneath my notebook stand. Works very well with PC and Mac notebooks.


Sonos ZonePlayer ZP100 Add-on player for expanding your Sonos Digital Music SystemSonos ZonePlayer ZP100 Add-on player for expanding your Sonos Digital Music System
Rated 5 Stars"Simply awesome!" 2007-11-04
For years I longed for an easy to setup, easy to use system that would allow me to listen to my music library in any room or in all rooms. A few years back I purchased the Olive Musica. While it is a nice system for archiving it did not allow the whole house music listening experience I really wanted. After reading several reviews for the Sonos system I decided to give it a try.

I purchased two ZP100, two ZP80 and two controllers. The entire setup, including loading the Sonos software on my iMac, connecting all players and updating the music library from iTunes to the Sonos Desktop Controller took less than 60 minutes!

The Sonos system is fantastic for playing the music you have stored on your HD. Additional features like Internet radio stations, Sirius/XM radio and Rhapsody are icing on an already sweet cake. We are currently building a home that will include an eight zone Sonos system with six ZP100 players.

The ZP100 player is the perfect solution for a room without an A/V receiver (dining room, kitchen, bedrooms, etc.) Just provide power and your own speakers, it really is that simple. The 50 watt amplifier provides ample power for nearly all users. If you really want to crank it up just make sure to use more sensitive speakers. Users looking for "concert level" volumes should probably select a ZP80 connected to a receiver.

Overall I have no complaints. The entire Sonos experience has been great!


Parallels Desktop for Mac (Intel Mac)Parallels Desktop for Mac (Intel Mac)
Rated 1 Stars"DO NOT PURCHASE - NOT VERSION 3.0!!!" 2007-07-06
Don't waste your money buying this software from Amazon. They are STILL shipping the old version, not the new v3.0


POLK AUDIO RTi4 Two-Way Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Pair) – CherryPOLK AUDIO RTi4 Two-Way Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Pair) – Cherry
Rated 5 Stars"Great speaker for the price!" 2007-04-22
I purchased a set of Polk RTi4 to use with a Sonos ZP100 in my family room. I was looking for a speaker that would not be too large but still provide clean, accurate sound. So far I have been very impressed with the speakers, especially considering the sub-$300 price!

The RTi4 has handled everything I have thrown at them, rock, R&B, country, classical, etc. They only fall short on the very deepest notes. If you are a big rap fan (not me) or are using them in a home theater setting then I strongly recommend adding a subwoofer. However, if you aren't that concerned about really "feeling the bass" then you will probably be very satisfied with these speakers.


Creative Traveldock 900 Docking Speaker for Owner Flash Based MP3 PlayerCreative Traveldock 900 Docking Speaker for Owner Flash Based MP3 Player
Rated 5 Stars"Impressive portable speakers" 2007-01-06
Very impressive, especially for their relatively small size. I travel quite a bit and like to listen to music (iPod) or home town radio (web) in my hotel room. These speakers are perfect for that! The bass is lacking, but that is expected in a very small speaker system. Nice highs, good midrange and enough volume to play at moderate levels in even the largest hotel room. I recommend them for anyone who wants to listen to their music/news without having to wear headphones all the time.


Fuji DVD+RW General Video Disc, 5 PackFuji DVD+RW General Video Disc, 5 Pack
Rated 5 Stars"Excellent with Dell PC" 2005-06-22
The DL DVD burner in my Dell PC is a bit finicky about the DVDs used for burning. I purchased several spindles of DVD+R (50 in total) from the local office supply chain, but they would not work with my burner. The Fuji DVD+RW work excellent, not a single coaster nor problem with the burner.










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