NBA All Star Game this Weekend

The NBA All Star Game invades Atlanta.

Rick's Appearance on 'Sunday Morning Show' 92.9 The Game 6/14/20 Father's Day Gadget Gift Ideas

Rick is back on 92.9 The Game in Atlanta on Sunday Morning with Sam and Greg, talking great sports tech items for Father's Day.

Have a listen to Rick, Sam and Greg and the shownotes are below:

Father's Day Gift Ideas


1.  Schwinn "E Bikes"  - Electric Bikes

- Rick has got back into cycling, bike riding - new trend in biking

Innovative, stylish, and made for the 2020s. The eMonroe 250 is an unmatched electric bike that makes commuting easier.

This 700cc urban e-bike has a pedal assist motor you can control with the handlebar thumbpad. The eMonroe 250 also features a fixie-style frame with a comfortable riding position. Whether riding for exercise, enjoyment, or to get over to a happy hour, this electric Schwinn bike promises a sleek and modern ride.

Ride Tuned Alloy frame provides a solid platform for transferring power while remaining comfortable
Tektro mechanical disc brakes with motor cutoff levers
250W gear driven rear hub for smooth, quiet power assist
400Wh battery gives 25-50 miles of range depending on conditions
5 levels of assist, lets you choose the power you need, when you need it

 
2.  Cobra Clubs and Cobra Puma attire
www.cobragolf.com

SpeedZone Drivers and
F9 Irons...  Big sweetspot

At COBRA, they aren't afraid of innovation. Sometimes, a technology or innovation is so bold, it doesn't need to be understated. Revolutionary SPEEDBACK Technology achieves the ultimate combination of low CG and high MOI, delivering the most powerful, stable and accurate COBRA iron.

And don't forget about Cobra Connect

Golf's most advanced technology, COBRA CONNECT, Powered By Arccos, features electronically enabled grips in each iron. Detailed stats are recorded automatically, allowing golfers to access an in-depth analysis of their game using the Arccos Caddie mobile app.

DON'T FALL SHORT
THIS FATHER'S DAY
Free Gift with Purchase
GIFT WITH PURCHASE
Free Rickie Fowler Cap
It’s the gift that keeps on giving. For a limited
time get a FREE PUMA P Cap when you purchase
$100 or more at pumagolf.com.
 

3.  VIVA Recharge Iced Coffee and Tea Maker - travel mug

VIVA is a convenient alternative to traditional mugs, which are designed to store water or beverages that are already made. VIVA brews on the go, meaning one less thing you need to clean. Recharge by VIVA is a versatile solution that brews hot and iced tea. It also makes coffee. It solves the headache of over-steeping and leaking lids.

It keeps the optimal temperature of your drink until the very last drop.  You can use the built-in Smart Brewer system to steep your favourite breakfast tea in the morning or make iced coffee on a hot afternoon. Or maybe you enjoy serving up delicious iced cold Southern sweet tea for two, just like your grandma made, in under 4 minutes?
 

4. GoPro MAX Action Cam  $499

Shoot 360 3K Video at 60fps for High-Action Capture and 2x Slo-Mo
Time Lapse Video and Time Lapse Photo Added to 360 Mode

Perfect for filming your golf swing

GoPro released an update for its award-winning MAX 360-camera today that unlocks awesome new options for spherical video and photo capture. New features include the addition of 3k at 60 frames per second, Time Lapse Video and Time Lapse Photo, all in 360 mode.

The availability of 3K video at 60fps gives users more flexibility when filming things that are action-oriented or anything that simply would look cool in slow-mo, from speeding down a mountain to simply tossing a frisbee. 

This 2x slow-mo mode also allows for more time to pan and zoom around in the frame while the action is happening so you can get the perfect shot.

Also new is the addition of 360 Time Lapse Video and Time Lapse Photo – features already available in single-lens HERO mode and now brought to spherical capture. Time Lapse Video mode in 360 means users have more interval options for capturing longer periods of time – ideal for a sunrise, sunset or scenic drive.
 

5. Galway Bay - Rain Gear

If the golfer in your life dreams of traveling to play in Ireland, Scotland or at Bandon Dunes, they’re going to want to bring quality rain gear. Galway Bay’s premium rain jacket and true-to-size rain pants have been named “Best Rain Gear” for two straight years by MyGolfSpy’s panel of reviewers.

Galway Bay rainwear stands apart in the industry with lightweight, breathable fabrics that allow golfers to stretch and move freely while staying warm and dry. Designed by expert tailors and using 100-percent-waterproof and 100-percent-breathable materials, Galway Bay’s outerwear was developed to be a refreshing, fashion-forward alternative to bulky, ill-fitting and uncomfortable rain gear.

Galway Bay’s pants, which feature belt loops, a seven-inch zipper and nine-inch-deep pockets, and incorporate the same fabric used for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, are designed to look like and be worn as golf slacks, eliminating the need to dress in layers. The pants can be ordered to fit a golfer’s exact waist and inseam sizes, optimizing comfort, fit and style like no other rain pant ever has.

The all-weather Galway Bay jacket is available in multiple color options and features a softer, quieter fabric than typical rain gear and rubberized waterproof zippers.

For Father's Day, type in code fathersday2020 and receive 20% off Galway Bay outwear products.
Visit www.galwaybaygolf.com to learn more.
 

Previewing the Final Four Coming to Atlanta

This week, the City of Atlanta and the NCAA enveiled some of their plans for the NCAA Men's Basketball Championships, the Final Four coming to Atlanta in April.

Even if you don’t have a ticket to the games being played, there will be plenty of things fans can do leading up to the 2020 NCAA Men’s Final Four in Atlanta, April 3-6, 2020.

The events are planned with families and basketball fans of all ages in mind and will include a variety of free or low-cost, family-friendly options.

“We are excited to welcome renowned musical and basketball talent to the city of Atlanta,” said Carl Adkins, executive director of the Atlanta Basketball Host Committee. “With daily activities, concerts and National Championship games in all three divisions being held in one weekend, the NCAA Final Four will give Atlanta locals and visitors alike unique and affordable opportunities to be part of the Final Four.”

It all starts on Friday, April 3, as fans will be able to get a first look at the court set up inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium at the free Reese’s Final Four Friday. During the event, the four teams participating in the Final Four will hold open practices, which are free to the public. The practices will be followed by the Reese’s All-Star Game, featuring the top senior NCAA student-athletes.

“Atlanta prides itself on being a world-class host for the sporting world’s biggest events, and we are proud to host the Final Four for the fifth time,” said Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms. “Thank you to the NCAA, the Atlanta Sports Council, the Atlanta Basketball Host Committee—and a special thank you to the women and men in public safety who put themselves in harm’s way to ensure a safe, secure and fun event for visitors and residents alike.”

Things kick into high gear with an assortment of fan events. They will include the Final Four Fan Fest presented by Capital One, held at the Georgia World Congress Center beginning April 3 until April 6. Fan Fest tickets will be on sale beginning Wednesday, January 15 at $10 per person with free admission for children 12 and under and Capital One cardholders. For more information about the Fan Fest and tickets, please visit the Fan Fest overview located on the NCAA’s website.

The March Madness Music Festival will also tip off on Friday, April 3, with the AT&T Block Party, on Saturday, April 4, with Coca-Cola Music and continue through Sunday, April 5, with Capital One JamFest, featuring Taylor Swift as the headliner. Located in Centennial Olympic Park, the festival is free to the public and will include a variety of music artists, which will be announced in the weeks leading up to the event. Additional details about JamFest and exclusive cardmember benefits will be forthcoming.

Once again, the NCAA Men’s Division II and III National Championships will be held on Sunday, April 5, at State Farm Arena. The Division III game will tipoff at 12:30 p.m. and the Division II game will begin at 4 p.m. The games are free and open to the public.

ESPN College Football Awards

Atlanta once again hosting the ESPN College Football Awards at the College Football Hall of Fame

It was Media Day, yesterday.

    The 29th Edition of the Awards Ceremony Thursday, Dec. 12, at 7 p.m. ET, on ESPN
    The Home Depot College Football Awards Red Carpet Special at 6 p.m. on ESPNU
    NCFAA Honors Herschel Walker with Contributions to College Football Award; Minnesota’s Casey O’Brien Honored with Disney Spirit Award

The finalists have been named for the National College Football Awards Association (NCFAA) honors presented at The Home Depot College Football Awards, live from the Chick-Fil-A College Football Hall of Fame, on Thursday, Dec. 12, at 7 p.m. ET, on ESPN. The annual awards show recognizes the accomplishments of some of the country’s top college football student-athletes. ESPN’s Chris Fowler returns as host, joined by Lee Corso, Kirk Herbstreit, Desmond Howard, Tom Rinaldi and Maria Taylor.

Taylor returns, along with Ryan McGee and Marty Smith, to host The Home Depot College Football Awards Red Carpet Special beginning at 6 p.m. on ESPNU. Championship Drive: Path to the Playoff Presented by AT&T will air from the Chick-Fil-A College Football Hall of Fame, at 10:30 p.m. ET, on ESPN hosted by Chris Cotter, along with Emmanuel Acho and David Pollack.

Miss South Africa is Miss Universe

New Miss Universe crowned in Atlanta on Sunday Night. It's Miss South Africa.

Spent the week covering this competition.