The Residences on Marine is being developed by Atti group and will be a boutique mid-rise building. Located at 1327 Marine Drive in West Vancouver, the Residence on Marine is centrally located at the entrance to the Ambleside community of West Vancouver, featuring Ambleside Park and Beach, as well all the shops and services along Marine Drive including its popular Farmers Market on the weekends.
The Residences on Marine will provide its homeowners to the best of the North Shore and Vancouver. With single-level living, featuring modern, open floor plans, attention to detail and high-quality craftsmanship.
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Crest is Lonsdale newest development being built by Adera, the multi-disciplined organization known for creating homes with West Coast style. Crest is located in the heart of North Vancouver Lonsdale corridor on the corner of 8th and Lonsdale at 150 East 8th Street.
Crest will include 178 one, two and three bedroom homes (including 17 townhomes) with underground parking over two buildings all designed in a West coast modern design and architecture that Adera has become well-known for. Some homes will feature Private roof top patio, stunning views of the north shore mountains and and downtown Vancouver
Building amenities include a bike room, guest suite, party room, fitness studio, billiards room and much more. In addition to great condos, the location offers easy accessibility to golf, local parks, restaurants and other entertainment sites, too.
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Back in 2011, developer Ledingham McAllister bought the old Safeway distribution centre and dairy plant with an ambitious vision in mind. It isn’t often that a fully masterplanned development like Southgate City comes to a major city like Burnaby. This new condo development will become an integral part of the skyline in South Burnaby. As envisioned, Southgate City will include up to 20 condo towers of between 24 and 46 storeys in height, and a variety of low- and mid-rise buildings, all of which combined will consist of about 6,400 residential housing units that will support a population of 20,000 people. The pedestrian- and public-transit oriented development is planned around a five-acre central park that will serve as the Southgate City’s core feature.
The 60-acre development also includes numerous smaller parks, creek-side greenways and open areas, all of which are designed to help foster interconnection between all of its residential and commercial elements. This planned interconnectedness also includes easy access to the rest of Burnaby, and greater Vancouver, via road upgrade connections, pedestrian/bicycling paths, and its proximity to the Edmonds Skyway Station. Proposed commercial ventures include a gourmet grocer, cafés, community shops and restaurants. A new community centre is also included in the plans. The final result will be a stunning community developed from the ground up.
Southgate City will rapidly become one of the most exciting places to live in all of the lower mainland.
With the first building, Precedence, starting sales soon; home buyers will have the opportunity to secure their view of what will become the definition of master planning. Residents will be able to wake up and look out to the green space, fountains, and inviting public spaces. Driving to the hottest restaurants and shops will be a thing of the past with the best that Burnaby has to offer just steps away.
What sets Southgate City apart from other developments is the attention to detail put into every aspect of the design. There are plenty of new condo developments to see in Burnaby and surrounding areas but few, if any, offer the total and complete lifestyle that Southgate City will offer. A new community centre is just one part of the plan that aims to provide residents with a superior living experience in the heart of South Burnaby.
This will undoubtedly be one of the most exciting, inspirational, and popular new condo developments in Burnaby and the entire lower mainland. Stay tuned for more news and developments about Southgate City as construction moves ahead.
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If your idea of a good ride is one that ends with a great meal, then Chef Chris Cosentino’s CampoVelo is your kind of event. Spanning three days of five-star meals, wine pairings and multi surface rides in and around Napa Valley, CA, CampoVelo brings in the big guns from the culinary world to help […]
The latest installment in the Salsa EXP bag line is here. The newest EXP Series Framepacks come in two flavors to specifically fit various Salsa bikes, though they’ll likely work on other bikes depending on the size. Whatever the reason, framepacks can be a very useful piece of kit – especially if they’re built properly. […]
Welcome to the Bikerumor First Aid Series, where we explore common cycling injuries and what to do if you or your riding partner wreck. Stories will provide in-depth solutions to help you get back to the trail head, recommended first aid equipment to carry with you, and more. If you have specific questions, leave them […]
Ask and you shall receive, right? That’s exactly what happened with the latest stem from PAUL Component Engineering – as long as you were asking for a 35mm stem. That’s 35mm in length, not clamp diameter in case you’re wondering. Fans of the PAUL aesthetic and legendary made-in-the-USA quality now have a shorter option when […]
Thomas Callahan has evolved well-beyond his roots building street and city bikes ten years ago. His company, Horse Brand Co. in Brooklyn, offers a fleshed out line of steel models in stock sizes, ranging from all-road models to off-road to a side car model for work or surf transport (using reclaimed wood from Coney Island), […]
It’s been just about 23 years since paired spoke technology was first licensed by prolific inventor Rolf Dietrich. Since then, an incredible amount of technology has changed when it comes to the humble bicycle. Batteries are everywhere, carbon fiber is common place, and every marginal gain is celebrated as the next best thing. In spite […]
Every January we hear from professional photographer Balint Hamvas as he puts together his annual cyclocross photo retrospective and reaches out to crowdsource its publishing. While he does contract shooting for some brands & teams, as a freelancer his heart is really in the excellent coffee table book he self-publishes each spring. 2017/2018 Cyclocross Album on […]
Last year, multi-time fourcross world champ Michal Prokop debuted a weekend enduro MTB race where riders take on a series timed trail sections on a secret course. Now he’s bringing the popular format to drop bar bikes and Czech gravel roads. And registration opens tomorrow with a good chance of selling out quick. Blinduro Gravel timed […]
Photo submitted by Nikko Lubinski, “A warm view of the sun rising over some ghostly fog on a frigid SF morning. At the top of Twin Peaks.” We always love seeing photos from where you are riding and are happy to share them with our readers around the world here on the Pic Of The Day. […]
With the North American Handmade Bike Show right around the corner, the Bikerumor.com International Handmade Bicycle News Team is hard at work to bring you a preview of the good stuff you can expect to see this year in Hartford. As it is the first time NAHBS has taken place in New England, this show […]
The latest titanium hardtail creation from Nordest Cycles is the Pinion gearbox driven Lacrau Ti. The new mountain bike is based on the aggressive trail geometry of their steel Bardino enduro bike. Nordest Lacrau Ti Pinion gearbox hardtail trail bike Alternating between the Canary Islands and the Portuguese coast, Nordest debuted a ti version of their Bardino last […]
Maybe you want to test out gravel without getting too deep. Or perhaps you just don’t have a grand or more sitting around for the purchase of a new bike. Whatever the reason, if adventure road riding may be in your future, Pure Cycles will help you get there on a budget. Their two newest […]
British Columbia is a special place. From the area’s history, to the magical forests, breathtaking water ways, and of course the incredible riding, anyone who’s been, can’t wait to get back. Not only did they decide to open their Canadian office there, but they’ve also put together two limited edition bikes to honor their surroundings […]
Now in the final days of their Kickstarter campaign, the CoolHead helmet puts air conditioning on your head. If that sounds overly complicated and a bit unnecessary, the technology behind the one-off product created by Sergejs Zelinskis is surprisingly simple. Inside their proprietary helmet, which in itself isn’t particularly unique, sits a layer of highly absorbent […]
In the sea of stock black, black-and-red, black-and-blue, and black-and-white designs Trek’s Project One program has been a breath of fresh air. Over the years it has evolved to offer customers a bespoke buying experience with the ability to chose between a wide range of components and color schemes. With the click of a mouse, […]
Photo submitted by Simon David Burt, “This is Looking out on Coniston Water in the Lake District in the UK, over the other side is Coniston Old Man hiding behind the clouds.” We always love seeing photos from where you are riding and are happy to share them with our readers around the world here on […]
Main & Twentieth is a collection of 42 boutique one bedroom, two bedroom, and loft homes with stylish interiors, open layouts, generous outdoor spaces, and a beautiful, lush central courtyard. Located at the corner of Main St & E 20th Ave, Main & Twentieth is surrounded by all the eclectic shops, restaurants, schools, transit and diverse community resources that Main Street has to offer.
PARK HILL is a new community coming soon to Langley’s Willoughby neighbourhood, located off 68th Ave and 201 St, in a peaceful residential neighbourhood giving you room to breathe. This boutique collection of 2 & 3 bedroom townhomes and contemporary 1, 2 & 3 bedroom condos is located in a quiet residential area nestled against 1,200 acres of lush parkland and community trails. Park Hill has two phases of development. Phase I is over 80% sold and moving quickly. Register now to have our team contact you with details about our remaining inventory, and for priority access to Phase II.
One of the best ways to quickly ruin expensive drivetrain parts is to keep pedaling with a worn chain. Most manufacturers agree that once a chain reaches 1% elongation, it’s considered worn out. Continuing to use the chain past that point will typically destroy cassettes and chainrings and lead to skipping if you install a […]
The Italian frame maker is expanding their custom frame making beyond classically built steel bikes with a new set of modern full carbon frames. The three new carbon road bikes adds top-level race performance to the customer service and customization they’ve already established in their product range. Custom Italian carbon road bike frames from Battaglin With […]
When the Peter Sagan signed with 100%, it was a slightly surprising combination – even for Sagan. Then again, it makes perfect sense. Ride 100% is coming from a moto/MTB background and looking to break into the world of road cycling. Who better to pioneer new style than one of the fastest and most skillful […]
The Giro Cinder MIPS is a mid-level road bike helmet with top end looks and features. Compared to the top-level Giro Synthe MIPS, the Cinder MIPS comes in $120-$140 less expensive, yet shares the sleek aerodynamic lines and Thermoformed SL internal roll cage reinforcements. Beyond looking great, it keeps Giro’s traditional fit even with the […]
It’s been 14 years since the introduction of the original Surly Pugsley. 14 Years! Given the aging platform, we weren’t all that surprised when we found out that the Surly Pugsley would be available as a frame only and no longer as a complete at Eurobike 2016. However, that seems to have changed with the […]
Photo submitted by Lucas Soares, “Hiulo-hiulo Patagonia, Chile. Vulcão Villarica.” We always love seeing photos from where you are riding and are happy to share them with our readers around the world here on the Pic Of The Day. Send in your pics with a brief description here.
Originally built for Pacenti company director Duncan Lloyd, after a successful Japan Oddysey and Trans Am Bike Race in 2017, he wanted something new for his 2018 adventures. It had to be light, but offer the bonus of being able to power his lights and charge his tech. The answer? A set of Pacenti P30 […]
The new Wolf Tooth Components ReMote upgrade lever for Magura brake mounts lets you cleanly install a new way to drop that seatpost. The new option follows models for SRAM Matchmaker and Shimano i-Spec brake lever mounts, and comes in three varieties to fit most dropper seatposts on the market. The ReMote for Magura kits […]
This Friday Yard Sale video keeps up our momentum with a solid discussion on why women’s bikes don’t really have to be women’s specific if you put the right parts on them. Plus we talk about the latest tech, including Foes Racing’s #vanlife hacks, Stan’s new carbon rims, dropper seatposts getting real (and real skinny, […]
When we visited HIA Velo, they opened the doors and gave us full access to their factory. Nothing was off limits, carte blanche to shoot whatever we wanted. Our host Sam Pickman walked us through the entire process of building their Allied Cycle Works carbon fiber road bikes, from start to finish. In this video, […]
SLF Motion might be a relative newcomer to the oversized pulley world, but don’t let that fool you. Owner/founder Blake Young has been at it for a while now, and back in 2016 SLF had one of the fastest 11-tooth pulley sets on the market. Blake tells us that the 11-Tooth Hyper Pulley wheels were […]
We know, there’s no such thing as a stupid question. But there are some questions you might not want to ask your local shop or riding buddies. AASQ is our weekly series where we get to the bottom of your questions – serious or otherwise. Hit the link at the bottom of the post to submit […]
Winter is in full swing for our Northern Hemisphere readers. We’re dealing with cold, rain, even ice & snow. So round out the week with a dose of summer flashbacks. Read on for the video, plus several suggestions of where to race in 2018, how to get bike karma, and contest & gear news tidbits. […]
Facebook recently changed the way your feed will get content, prioritizing different things and making it less likely all of your favorite pages will show up. So to keep your favorite cycling tech front and center, you’ll need to change your preferences to keep Bikerumor showing up! It’s quick and easy, here’s how you do […]
German specialty component brand BikeYoke has a new, bigger version of their innovative dropper seatpost. The unique Revive dropper post is the only post to offer a quick, on-the-fly reset button to equalize internal pressure and keep it moving smoothly. Now, with the new BikeYoke Revive Max, it’s also the only dropper post to be specifically designed […]
Thanks to a gift from the one and only Peter Sagan, His Holiness now rides a Specialized. OK, we’re not sure he’ll actually ride it, but he could. Just probably without the robes. And hopefully a helmet – perhaps one to match the World Champion jersey also gifted to Pope Francis by Sagan. During a […]
Brooks England’s new Discovery Collection packs in four bags for the urban bike commuter. With technical cycling-specific features, the briefcase, shoulder bag & two backpacks are designed to transition off the bike to not look out-of-place around town or at the office. Brooks England Discovery Collection of commuter bags Each one of the new premium […]
Photo submitted by Przemek Wasilewski, “Taken on frosty and windy peak of Jaworzyna in Polish Beskidy Mountains.” We always love seeing photos from where you are riding and are happy to share them with our readers around the world here on the Pic Of The Day. Send in your pics with a brief description here.
Chelsea Mews is located in a prime area of North Vancouver with views of Lions Gate Bridge. Situated on a quiet cul-de-sac, it’s just steps away from public transportation and Norgate Park, plus our homeowners will only be 10 minutes from transit connections that will whisk them to the heart of downtown Vancouver and Stanley Park. Chelsea Mews is also conveniently situated within a 10-minute radius of many attractions and neighborhood amenities such as Park Royal Shopping Centre, Capilano Mall, Grouse Mountain ski resort, Save-on-Foods, and Steve Nash Fitness World.
Before making any major purchase, it is wise to create a budget. Buying a car is no exception. While you may dream of driving off the lot in a fancy ride, you must first ask yourself whether or not you can afford it.
Here are some things to consider that will help you determine what you can afford:
Getting an auto loan
If you’re budgeting for a car this likely means you will be using an auto loan to finance your new vehicle. In this case, you will need to consider your monthly payments. To know how much you will be able to spend on your car payments you will have to consider your other recurring expenses. How much do you spend each month on things such as rent or mortgage, groceries, utilities and other loans? These are obligations that you must meet each month; however, you might be able to adjust your spending on things such as entertainment and eating out, so that you will have more to dedicate to your monthly car payments. Still, your car payments should not exceed 10% of your earnings.
Total cost to own
You should also remember that the sticker price is not the only cost to consider in the equation to determine the affordability of a car. When purchasing a vehicle, you must also consider the down payment, tax, other fees and add-ons. After you have procured the vehicle, other expenses will include gas, upkeep, car insurance and yearly registration fees.
Your down payment
Regardless of the car you plan to buy, you should be able to make at least a 20% down payment. Why is this important? This will enable you to get a much better interest rate and will result in fewer loan payments over time. Also, if you ever need to refinance your vehicle or sell it, the process will be much easier as you own a greater share of the vehicle the more you contribute to your down payment.
The length of your car finance loan
It should be your aim to pay off your car finance loan within 4 years. The longer you stretch your payments, the higher your interest rate will be. You should also consider the matter of depreciation. It is said that a car loses approximately 10% of its value once you drive it off the lot. In its first year of ownership, it is estimated that the car’s value will decrease by another 10%. This depreciation will continue with each year that passes. After 4 years there will be a significant level of depreciation and you do not want to still be paying for your car finance as its value continues to decrease.
When you make the decision to a purchase a car, there is a lot to consider before you take an auto loan. However, if you remember the 20/4/10 rule —20% down, 4 years to pay, no more than 10% of your monthly earnings—then you should be able to buy a car without putting yourself in debt.
If you are looking to buy a car in British Columbia and you still have questions about just how much you can afford, come in and speak with a member of the Credit Now team and let us help you figure it out.
Since the late 90’s, Trek has been a proponent of women’s specific designs with purpose built bicycles. Trek WSD as they were called would typically feature specific geometry that was tailored towards women’s fits often with shorter top tubes and reach. Recently though, we’ve seen a trend away from women’s specific geometries towards a standard […]
Strava has just opened an expansion office in Denver, Colorado this week (with several job openings available). The fitness tracking social network’s success continues – as does our inexhaustible craving for more KOMs. So Strava needed more space to grow. With some of the best access to outdoor recreation of any US city, Denver seemed a […]
Brent Foes is a man who loves to make things. A recent Mountain Bike Hall of Fame inductee, it was his skills and expertise in building off-road race trucks that would eventually lead him to design and build the first 6″ travel mountain bike in the early 90’s. Since then, Foes Racing USA has been […]
This season, I had the fortunate abundance of three insane cyclocross bikes to test, and when the last of them (a Cannondale SuperX) showed up with the same knobby Schwalbe X-One tires I had reviewed earlier, I decided to use it as the platform for testing the new Vittoria Terreno Dry tires. Introduced as part […]
Back to the mountain bike & a flashback to the 90s, Spengle is aiming to transcend traditional hub & spoke construction with their new European-made, full carbon enduro mountain bike wheel project. Twenty years in the making, Spengle Carbon brings together engineers who’ve been developing more innovative wheel building, and now have their one-piece monocoque […]
Lezyne GPS units are already pretty great. They’re small, relatively inexpensive, and feature packed – with more features one update away. While primarily targeted to their newer Year 10 GPS family, the Year 9 GPS units see some improvements as well. That means no matter what model you have, you’ll probably want to update your […]
Apidura has built their brand on lightweight bikepacking bags to haul everything you need for your next bike adventure. But that same tech can apply to a classic, standard size road saddle bag too, so their new Tool Pack stuffs in the bare essentials – a tube, a tool, plus a CO2. Apidura Tool Pack bikepacking […]
Southern hemisphere reader Duncan Sephton sent in this photo from a mountain bike ride “on our farm in Barkly East”, a small town in the grassy mountains of the Eastern Cape Province in South Africa. We always love seeing photos from where you are riding and are happy to share them with our readers around the world […]
This is the first of a series of four Suspension Tech articles that will look at one of the most neglected suspension elements on the bike – the dropper seatpost. Droppers are popping up on more & more bikes, with gravel and road versions becoming a real option – they’re not just for mountain bikes […]
Early last year, Fyxation introduced their new ‘all-road’ fork, the Sparta. The relatively inexpensive carbon fork offered ample tire clearance and a number of features that made it a pretty interesting option – especially if you were looking for something with mounts to carry a bit more gear. Not only is the fork back in […]
MIPS is constantly looking for ways to improve their Multi-directional Impact Protection System – but not just for bicycles. Full face helmets like those used for motocross or often for downhill MTB racing can also benefit from added safety, though they benefit from slightly different technology. MIPS-F2 The new MIPS-F2 system is proof, and quite […]
Didn’t get your riding accessory fix this holiday season? We’ve found a few new products that may fill your needs for a little while. From sunglasses to socks, or even semi custom jerseys, this round up has you covered. Native Eyewear Native Eyewear prereleases some of their 2018 lineup with the Acadia and Wells glasses […]
Abus’ new Bordo Alarm folding lock brings together heavy lock security and an ear-piercing 100dB alarm to deter theft. All of that packs down in a compact design that’s easy to strap onto your city bike or toss in a backpack. Abus Bordo Alarm folding bar bike lock 100dB alarm The German-made Bordo Alarm mixes […]
Earlier this year Shimano added their top-level S-Phyre RC9 road shoes to their lifestyle gear line, promising pro-level performance in their lightest yet road shoe. While spending time clipped into the latest Dura-Ace pedals, we had a chance to see if the stiff carbon-soled shoes really delivered the whole road package. Shimano S-Phyre RC9 carbon road […]
Photo submitted by Daniel Odus, “A picture of my “restomod” 1978 Motobecane Nomade overlooking the John A. Roebling suspension bridge from a recovery ride on a rainy and windy day in Cincinnati.” We always love seeing photos from where you are riding and are happy to share them with our readers around the world here on the […]
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Every room in the house should be decorated according to its function and with the right decorating designs as well. Architectural designers have come up with different methods of improving a home to attain the modern and classic look, and these inventions include how to make a bathroom stand out just like the rest of the house. There are different ideas that one can use in designing the bathroom, but the most important thing to consider is its size. The space or scope of the bathroom helps you determine the kind of fixtures to incorporate and the best designs as well.
Elegant Bathroom Designs.
The Material
Now homeowners have discovered the excellent ways of building easy to clean bathrooms with the use of marble, granite, and porcelain. These three materials are soft to touch and come in different colors that give your bathroom a modern and elegant look. It is easy to maintain the elements regarding cleaning since they only require you to wipe them with a cloth.Another area to focus on when selecting the material is the floor. The bathroom floor tends to get water all the time when people are taking showers or even when cleaning the surfaces. Therefore, instead of investing in the old design of adding carpets on the floor, now people are adding tiles. Also instead of using fabric curtains, you can use opaque glass doors which are comfortable to maintain and does not get attacked by mildew or mold.
The Colors
The colors are other excellent designs to consider when it comes to modeling a bathroom. When it comes to small and large bathroom renovations, the colors that you use to determine how the bathroom would appear. For example, there are some colors such as white, beige and cream that cause the bathroom to look more prominent. Also, neutral colors are easy to maintain and go well with any bathroom. If these colors seem to be a bit dull to you, you can add some boldness on other fixtures in the bathroom such as the bathtub, the faucets and also the lightings.
The Fixtures
Add your own taste of fixtures when designing a bathroom. There are different designs of bathroom fixtures such as the bathtub, the sinks, shower heads and also you can add some style when choosing the kind of lighting to use in the bathroom. For example, you can use chandelier lighting in the middle part of the ceiling.
Lighting
Lighting is another excellent design that a lot of people are focusing on. Your bathroom requires enough illumination just like the rest of the house, and therefore, there should be good lighting. For homeowners, this design can help you attract a lot of potential buyers mainly when you use unique and bright bathroom lighting fixtures. Some of the ideas to add when designing the bathroom lighting include the kind of light to use; maybe you can use crystal chandelier and also consider using other bold colored like led bulbs.
Conclusion
Let your bathroom pop up with the use of the above designing ideas. Make sure you work with an experienced designer so they can help you regarding how to put in place the different designs. Also, use other ideas like adding portraits on the walls of the bathroom if space allows you would be awesome.
Contributed by : Aaron Gruenke foremost expert in bathroom design.
Shimano has long-held one of the dominant positions in the road race components market. But the likes of SRAM & Campagnolo continue to be right there always vying for spec on road bikes. But when you look at the road pedals market, no one has the might of Shimano. And with the latest R9100 series […]
Rapha is starting the new year off a bit more bright colors to help make it through a dark northern winter. Taking inspiration from Australia where pro road racing has gotten underway in the past couple of weeks, Rapha has a new women’s Ode to the Sun collection, plus a collaboration project together with classic patterns […]
Following their ultralight Valor rims, the all-new Stan’s NoTubes Arch and Crest CB7 carbon mountain bike rims build in the comfort and stiffness on wider, more capable wheels. The new Arch CB7 and Crest CB7 use Stan’s RiACT layup and rim shape, their Bead Socket Technology, and low profile sidewall to create a comfortable, fast […]
People usually go to fancy hotels for a staycation just to relieve their stresses. Why spend a sum of money for only a night or two when you can use that money to create a haven inside your own home? Use the following tips to achieve that hotel feel you’re aiming for:
The easiest way to snazz up your bedroom is to outfit your bed with a gorgeous set of sheets. To keep the hotel room look, go for a crisp, white set of sheets that are at least 300 thread count. Hotel rooms tend to use sateen or percale sheets, but you should choose the material that feels most comfortable to you.
If you want to splurge, you can have your sheets professionally laundered, so they come home nice and pressed. And if you find a brand of linens that you truly love, consider purchasing two or three sets so you always have them on hand. Source:HGTV
Keep It Personal
Real hotels tend to lack personality, so to keep your home bedroom cozy, don’t skip the eccentric, personal touches—simply curate them more carefully. “Bedrooms are havens. Keep it simple and understated, but add dashes of fun and whimsy so you can wake up with a smile,” says Proffitt. Anything that brings you joy and lightens up your mood deserves a spot in the room, whether it’s flowers, art, or decor objects. Choose items that make you smile, then pare down the collection so the space feels personal, not cluttered. Source:RealSimple
The Not-So-Obvious Keys to Comfort
Review the room’s acoustics, ventilation and system controls. If possible, add extra insulation between walls, install upgraded carpet pad, add fabric walls with padded upholstered wall panels or on the headboard.
These steps help increase comfort. In addition, the room should be ventilated correctly – common mistakes are air vents blowing over the bed. Place your bed away from air vents and make sure you have access to fresh air. Add concealed speakers at key areas for a sound system and if possible, a fireplace is always a nice feature on a cold snowy night along with a heated towel rack in your bathroom.
Install a bedside three-way switching control that is located above the nightstand for easy access. Source:TheSpruce
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Classic Italian frame & component maker Cinelli has rolled up the doors on its Garage project. Intended to highlight the range of deeply custom bikes that Cinelli owners build and ride, Cinelli Garage brings the bikes back to the Milan factory floor for a closer look. Cinelli Garage custom bikes gallery Inspired by riders piecing together […]
Photo submitted by Emerson Quintino, “Pic of my gravel bike adventure at the ‘European Valley’ at Santa Catarina State-Brazil.” We always love seeing photos from where you are riding and are happy to share them with our readers around the world here on the Pic Of The Day. Send in your pics with a brief description here.
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There’s no need to spend tons of money on a spa retreat if you have a minimalist bathroom that is just as comforting. You can easily achieve this look by doing the following tips:
Don’t store too many things Just because you have the extra storage space, doesn’t mean you need to fill it completely. Keeping empty space empty and only using what you really need is essential to achieving minimalism in the bathroom. Source:Contemporist
Go for a consolidated look ‘Try to unify the space with one colour or material to achieve a clean and unified look,’ says Straughan. ‘Matte grey tiles would be the perfect base to let your other fittings pop, in particular oversized tiles are a super fashionable choice. Other materials like marble, wood or polished concrete will also achieve that clean look as long as the style isn’t too flashy.’ Source:HouseBeautiful
Don’t be afraid to display a few essentials A lacquered tray filled with jewelry, perfume bottles and soaps. A trio of vases displaying flowers in pastel tones. A countertop display of grooming products, such as hair gel, deodorant and face wash. These are NOT the type of features you will find in a minimalist bathroom. Not that there’s anything wrong with them! But no-fuss spaces keep the bulk of the grooming products and cushy details hidden, instead choosing to highlight a few key pieces. Like a clear vase filled with one or two blooms, or lotion displayed in a crystalline canister. Source:Decoist
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Park House is a new development with two 6-story buildings in the Cambie Corridor location. Between Winona Park and Langara Golf Course in South Cambie neighborhood. Marine Gateway, Oakridge Centre, and a future proposed Canada Line station are just steps away. Park House will offers 86 condominiums 1-3 bedrooms. It will raise the bar for luxury with Italian kitchens, featuring Miele and Gaggenau appliances, hotel-inspired interiors.
The new PNW Pine 105mm travel 27.2 dropper seatpost replaces their 80mm Ranier and gets a more refined design. The head is updated with a simple and secure two-bolt design, making tilt adjustments easier. Down below, the chassis is borrowed from their more robust Cascade post, but resized to handle the narrower 27.2mm diameter. It […]
Back at the last Enduro World Series race of 2017 in Finale Ligure, Frenchwoman Cécile Ravanel took the EWS Round 8 win on a, then prototype anodized Meta AM, nicknamed the ‘Black Star’. Well, now you too can get the same enduro bike as the Commençal Vallnord Enduro Team rider, dubbed the Meta AM v4.2 World Cup. Commencal […]
Bikepacking Scotland stitched together the multi-day Wild About Argyll Trail exploring hundreds of miles of lesser traveled gravel roads and forest trails along Scotland’s western coast. Join founder Markus Stitz just north of Glasgow as he leads a video highlight tour of the route and its lush coastal tracks. Wild About Argyll Trail bikepacking in Scotland Dubbed Scotland’s Adventure […]
Fi’zi:k has a new mountain bike shoe available this season that promises a lot of the performance of their top end XC shoes in a much more affordable package. Designed to cross over from singletrack to gravel bike riding as well, the Terra X5 offers more options than most of their other shoes, both in […]
Introduced at Eurobike, the made-in-France CyclingCeramic Oversized Pulleys are now available on their website for pre-2017 Shimano and SRAM road bike derailleurs. Their upcoming SRAM eTap will follow “very soon” and parts for the latest Shimano R9100 (Dura-Ace) and R8000 (Ultegra) will be here “before Spring” according to the company’s announcement. The 16-tooth pulley wheels […]
Photo submitted by Nick Perkins, “I took this photo on a solo ride (Saturday) morning (113km/1062m elevation). It’s just outside Zipacón, a colonial town 2700m above sea level in the mountains to the west of Bogotá, Colombia. It was a beautiful sunny morning, cool enough to push hard without breaking too much of a sweat, […]
The big tech news this week was SRAM DUB, an all-new crankset/spindle/bottom bracket system they claim is the “standard killer” by making it so one single crank design will fit most any mountain bike. Close behind was Industry Nine’s new i9 Carbon Aero road bike wheels, which are wide and disc brake only. For tech […]
This week, Tyler and Watts discuss the finer points of being bored versus always being on your phone, plus new tech. Like the all-new SRAM DUB crank and BB system, the new aero wheels from Industry Nine (and some crazy collapsible commuter wheels from Revolve), the Dirty Kanza lottery system and their new ultra ultra […]
Ride the new Atlantis Enduro Race, 6 days on 5 islands in the Azores – This September 6-11 riders will race against the clock on blind stages, through a mix of technical and flowy singletrack, rocky ancient paths & downhill trails featuring drops, jumps, road gaps & more! These volcanic islands offer steep terrain, dramatic views, and the […]
We covered the crazy adventures of Austrian mountain bike daredevil Markus ‘Max’ Stöckl before – last time flying down a Volcano at 168kph/104mph. Now he’s back, again on a mostly stock Mondraker Summum Carbon Pro downhill bike, this time bombing down the snowy Hahnenkamm – called the most difficult alpine ski course in the world. Max Stöckl […]
Among serious cyclists, power is the key metric by which we measure our performance and gains. It’s easily quantifiable, easy to measure (with power meters getting cheaper by the minute), and easy to see how you’re progressing. But when we hit the weights in the winter, those pound and kilogram numbers force us to measure […]
The folks at Transition are totally down with the 29er, and with 120mm or rear wheel travel paired to 140mm forks, their Smuggler makes for fun bike for technical trail riding. To quote Transition “let the Internet trolls rejoice”, because they’ve now unleashed a new carbon Smuggler. Transition Smuggler Carbon 29er trail mountain bike Several […]
Several Belgian pros could be seen last weekend riding new prototype cotton tubular tires at the national championships in sandy Koksijde. In fact, Thijs Aerts (younger brother of Toon) won the U23 title and Thibau Nys (son of Sven) won the 15-16 title on the new Team Edition tires, tentatively named the Dune Dry. photo courtesy […]
Adventure riding continues to grow in popularity partially because of how fun it is, partially because regular roads are boring, and partially because more brands just keep coming out with really fun, capable bikes. Lightspeed is no exception with their latest model, aptly named “Gravel”. Their titanium frames are known for their comfortable ride quality, […]
This photo sent in by reader Dave Foster just popped up back in our feed from last summer. Shot back last July on the Wasatch Crest, just east of Salt Lake City, Utah, it gives us in a cold winter hopes for the return of longer days, blue skies, and blooming flowers. We always love seeing photos […]
Starting back in summer 2016 Race Face started rolling out new Turbine & Next mountain bike wheelsets built around a new aluminum oversized set of Vault hubs. The high-engagement hubs have since proven to be popular & durable, and in response to rider & dealer demand, Race Face has developed a set of Vault hubs […]
Three years in development, Munich-based designer & inventor Andrea Mocellin has just unveiled a new full-size 26″ Revolve folding wheel concept. Based on the idea that small wheeled folding bikes result in unnecessary performance compromises, Mocellin’s Revolve folds the wheel instead of the frame. From urban & travel bike mobility to a more compact & portable solution […]
Thus far, Pivot is the only one making trail mountain bikes with a 157mm rear axle standard, calling it Super Boost. Now, Canadian MTB brand Knolly is about to join them with their new 157TRAIL design. Having held off of regular 148mm Boost axle spacing, they say this wider format gives them more tire size […]
For many smaller cycling industry companies, it can be difficult to gauge interest in offering a wide sizing range for new products. Small shoemaker Quoc Pham (now just Quoc) debuted their Night performance lace-up road bike shoes back in mid 2016, but only offered a limited large sizing run. Well, positive response from women & smaller […]
Not a bad looking view on reader Geffrey Moy’s morning ride to work aboard his 650B Lynskey Cooper. Sent in back in the autumn, this photo was taken “during my commute on the Santa Fe trail north our Colorado Springs. Pike’s Peak is in the background.” We always love seeing photos from where you are […]
Melting Snowman Science is a science experiment that will keep your little learners engaged while they explore dissolving a substance with water. This exploration goes great with a Winter Theme.
In this fun experiment, children will use drops of water to dissolve a biodegradable packing peanut.
These biodegradable packing peanuts are very easy to get: many companies now use these when they ship items to you. Just save them in a giant ziplock bag or ask friends and family to save some. Now you have a free science material!
How do you know if it’s the biodegradable kind? Of course, not all packing peanuts are biodegradable, some are styrofoam. To find out if you have the biodegradable kind, take one and smash it between your fingers. If it mashes flat and doesn’t bounce back, it’s probably biodegradable, but just to make sure, take it to a sink and run water over it. If it dissolves, you’ve got the right kind.
This experiment uses non-toxic, safe materials. One of them is water. The other are these biodegradable packing peanuts. It’s probably not a great idea to eat one because they are not produced to be eaten (of course), but if a child or pet does eat one, it will not harm them. Steve Spangler even ate one in this video.
I do this experiment at Small Group, so I usually have 6 kids sitting at a table for this activity. I even do this as an independent small group with 4-5 year olds, so the kids are not sitting with a teacher. It works well because they are so engaged, just be sure to explain what you expect them to do before the activity.
Place a bowl or a plate with deep sides at each child’s spot at the table. Place a small water cup at each child’s spot with a dropper or pipette.
Use Sharpies to draw eyes and carrot nose on each packing peanut to make it look like a snowman.
Yes! You could add black eyes only and these could be little ghosts! Make it a Halloween Science activity, making the ghosts disappear!
How to Do the Melting Snowman Science Experiment
The directions are very simple! Just squirt drops of water onto the “snowmen” using the dropper. Continue adding water until the snowmen “melt”or dissolve.
Be sure to explain to the children that the water is dissolving the snowman, and that it’s not actually melting, you’re just pretending that it’s melting. You might even wish to show kids a styrofoam packing peanut that will not dissolve in water, and explain that the biodegradable kind are made of starch. They are also better for the environment because rain in the landfill will dissolve them.
Extend the Activity
It would be cool to place a pile of these packing peanuts in the sensory table along with turkey basters or syringes (without needles).
Ever wonder how everyone’s favorite “enterPAINment” cycling trainer video brand started? Some of it was luck, but mostly it was just wanting something better than the frustration, misery and boredom that 90s-era DVDs and VHS tapes of people spinning had to offer. David McQuillen didn’t know how to make videos. Or license UCI footage. Or […]
FSA has just added optional new functionality to their PowerBox power meter cranksets via what appears to be an over-the-air software update. FSA PowerBox Upgrade is a program that activates Bluetooth tech that is already built into FSA’s power meters. The Upgrade also employs new software to analyze your power data to show left/right balance, […]
Tune first introduced their Spurtreu laser handlebar alignment tool a few years ago, and has only made small updates to it since. Essentially just a small precision machined aluminum block with a laser pointer attached, it takes the guess work out of setting the bars straight on most road and mountain bikes. Tune Spurtreu laser […]
Riding year round in all manners of weather, we often struggle with ways to keep our feet dry & warm. For years veloToze has offered a specially-designed, reinforced latex cover to stretch over road shoes, but no option for off-road. Now those shoe condoms are available for mountain bikers, with two different versions to seal […]
South American reader Javier Monllor just sent in this photo of his Tarmac taking a break on El Toyo Bridge over the rushing Rio Maipo in the mountains just southeast of Santiago, Chile. We always love seeing photos from where you are riding and are happy to share them with our readers around the world here […]
The Residences by Polygon at Nobel Park offer convenient everyday living amid an environment of academic excellence. Embedded in the award-winning masterplanned community of Wesbrook Village, this collection of contemporary apartment residences and concrete family townhomes is surrounded by green spaces, large playgrounds and a tree-lined greenway for the enjoyment of residents. Just down the street, the village square is animated by a growing mix of restaurants, boutique shops and services offering everyday conveniences.
Welcome to Tire Tech, Bikerumor’s mostly-weekly series on bicycle tires. Like our Suspension Tech and AASQ series, we take your questions about tires, whether it’s road, cyclocross, fat, plus, gravel, or mountain bike, and get answers from the brands and people behind them. In our previous Tire Tech installment, we peeled back the rubber to […]
With almost five years on the market, Pioneer has proven their commitment to the cycling market, and proven their product on the Pro Tour stage. Now, they’re proving the benefit of being a large scale consumer electronics manufacturer, too, by dropping their prices to very, very competitive levels. The latest Pioneer dual-leg power meters for […]
Ten years since the Sogn debuted as a fat-tire production road bike, Rawland is once again updating the steel do-it-all bike. Now dubbed the xSogn to celebrate its 10th anniversary, the new bike drops many luddites off the back, adopting new tech like disc brakes, thru-axles, and even a 1x drivetrain. Rawland xSogn modern steel […]
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