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Based in Atlanta, GA - Rick Limpert is an award-winning writer, a best-selling author, and a featured sports travel writer.

Named the No. 1 Sports Technology writer in the U.S. on Oct 1, 2014.

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Saturday
Sep222018

Kindle Free Pick of the Week: 10000 Feet and Climbing

A seamless guide to modern personal flying machines for the flying enthusiasts. 10,000 Feet & Climbing contains chapters featuring the latest personal aircraft, ranging from microlights to flying cars. Apart from covering the technical aspect, information like performance, pricing, ownership, safety, and applications of various aircraft has been included. This book also features flying experience, opinion pieces and adventure stories of two champion pilots from Austria and the USA respectively. Crafted with colorful HD pictures, the book's language has been kept simple and humorous. A small glossary at the beginning followed by structured chapters will provide the readers with a refreshing and seamless content experience. Even if you are new to the field of aviation, this guide will help you understand the crucial concepts relating to small aircraft design, performance, operation, and even ownership regulations. Get started with it to enter the exciting world of personal flying!

Here's the link:

https://www.amazon.com/10-000-Feet-Climbing-Personal-ebook/dp/B079CN9951/ref=zg_bs_157626011_f_47?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=HFW8CF31FAFKNPSMZF44

Sunday
Sep022018

Kindle Pick of the Week: #HeySportsParents: An Essential Guide for any Parent with a Child in Sports 

Another great book from Sharkie Zartman.

#HeySportsParents: An Essential Guide for any Parent with a Child in Sports

Sports parenting is easier said than done. It's difficult to watch our kids play a sport and not have any control over the outcome. And it's challenging to stay calm and supportive while helping our kids navigate the terrain of choices available to them. However, if done properly, this experience can be very rewarding.

#HeySportsParents starts off with a segment on Sports Parenting 101 written by Sharkie Zartman covering the basics of parenting a young athlete including the perks and pitfalls of youth sports, how to choose the right program for your child, how to feed a young athlete, what your role is as a parent, coaching your own child,how to navigate the college recruiting process, and a special chapter on stress management.

The second segment, The Sports Doctor is In, is written by Dr. Robert Weil, also known as the Sports Doctor. He shares valuable tips on sports safety and the dangers of overtraining and specializing too soon in a sport and also the real dangers of concussions and CTE in contact sports, especially football.

The book also includes two special sections written by sports parenting experts and parents of elite athletes

Expert and parent contributors include:

Dr. Denise McDermott, Kate Davis, R.D., Janis B. Meredith, Ian Goldberg, Melissa Orth Fray, Dr. Dave Epperson, Robert Andrews, Dr. Steve Horwitz, Dr. Holly Benjamin, Dr. Claire Gross, Kirk Mango, Cat Dols, Nancy Ryan, and Timmer Halligan.

Get this book now and help your kids get the most out of sports.

Link to Kindle version: https://www.amazon.com/HeySportsParents-Essential-Guide-Parent-Sports-ebook/dp/B07CJTZ5PL/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1535893320&sr=8-3

Here is a link as I interview Sharkie on my "Tech of Sports" podcast.

Wednesday
Aug082018

Already Talking the NBA Season

With Stephen A.

Thursday
Jul192018

Sports Items Up for Bid in Large 'The Sopranos' Auction

While sports wasn't the focus of the HBO drama, The Sopranos, there were tidbits of the sports world thrown in, to show the characters weren't oblivious to the games we all play and enjoy.

So, when Steiner Sports put out their list on what was to be up for auction in their "Sopranos" auction, I thought there might be a few sports goodies.

I was right.

Here's what you can bid on:

Poker enthusiasts and collectors might like the "Bada Bing" Sopranos poker set signed by Steve Schirripa who played gangster Bobby "Bacala" Baccaliari on the show. The poker set is a rare find itself, and the autograph even "raises the ante" on this item

A short-sleeve golf shirt worn by actor Steve Schirripa was worn in the final scenes of "Soprano Home Movies". The episode is the 78th episode of The Sopranos.


A rare Sopranos – Bacala custom baseball bat from Cooperstown Bat Co. made in 2000. An amazing blonde bat is nearly impossible to find and it could very well be the only one in existence.  Steve Schirripa confirmed the authenticity and also signed the bat. This bat is accompanied by the letter of authenticity from Schirripa. Authentication of the autograph by Steiner Sports.

A "Sopranos" basketball that is a prototype ball made for HBO. The ball was commissioned to be used as part of an HBO giveaway event that never materialized. The ball comes directly from an HBO source. Steve Schirripa who played Bobby "Bacala" Baccaliari on the show has signed the ball with his classic "Bacala" inscription.

Some other sports connections to The Sopranos include:

-Former New York Jets coach, Eric Mangini, and his wife, Julie, appeared in the penultimate episode as guests at Artie Bucco's restaurant. "Know who's in tonight?" Bucco tells Tony Soprano. "'Mangenius'." Soprano then turned to his puzzled wife and said: "It's the Jets coach, sweetie!'

-Fox NFL broadcaster/reporter and former Ravens defensive tackle, Tony Siragusa appeared in four episodes as Frankie Cortese during season five.

- Tough guy Vito Antuofermo, a former boxing middleweight champion, made two appearances as a member of Richie Aprile's crew.

- In a memorable season four, Tony Soprano and Ralph Cifaretto, played by Joe Pantoliano purchased the filly, Pie-O-My, who went on to win a couple of races and become a favorite of the mob boss.

- Former Giants great and Hall of Fame linebacker, Lawrence Taylor played himself in the Michele "Feech" La Manna poker game, where Tony Soprano addressed him as "Sir Lawrence of the Meadowlands."

The Sopranos was an American crime drama television series created by David Chase, that debuted in 1999. It ran for a total of six seasons and HBO produced a total of 86 episodes. The series revolves around fictional New Jersey-based, Italian American mobster Tony Soprano, played by the late, James Gandolfini. The series plot revolved around the difficulties that he faces as he tries to balance his home life and his criminal organization. These are often highlighted during his therapy sessions with psychiatrist.

Link to auction https://auction.steinersports.com/Category/The_Sopranos-162.html

Monday
Jun042018

Joining Dan Shube on 'The Golf and Travel Show' 6/1/18 on 1470am Boca Raton Talking Fathers Day Gifts

Always a pleasure to join host, Dan Shube on "The Golf and Travel Show." It airs on 1470 am in West Palm.Boca Raton. We talk some of my picks for Father's Day on 6/1/18.

Link:  I am on at about the 15 minute mark

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfL80Go_ecM

We discuss:

1.  Cobra Irons - Smart Golf Clubs
www.cobragolf.com


Golf club manufacturers are expecting a big year in 2018, and one company, Cobra Golf, introduced the first ’smart’ set of clubs – the KING F8 AND F8+ line up featuring Cobra Connect Powered by Arccos. This is golf club engineering with next-level performance tracking. Your Cobra Connect clubs come standard with an Arccos sensor embedded in the grip end. This allows users to automatically track and analyze their performance with each club and across all game aspects. This is Cobra quality with Arccos technology collecting and disbursing that data golfers need and want at www.cobragolf.com.
 

2. GoGolf GPS
www.gogolfgps.com

You have the clubs, now it's time to get around the course with the help of an $89 device. I've tried a lot of these, but this works best.  The GoGolf GPS should be your new golf partner! It is unlike other range finders, as it audibly/verbally announces the distance to the center of the green and can even call out the distance of your last shot, at the touch of a button. This Bluetooth unit connects directly to the innovative GoGolf GPS app on your smartphone, so you never have to worry about taking out your phone while you're in the fairway or stuck in the rough. With access to all the information needed for more than 30,000 global golf courses, you will always know your distance to the pin. For just $89.95
 

3. Wallaroo Hat Company
www.wallaroohats.com

Serious sun protection with Wallaroo hats as they go far and beyond fashion-forward style — they are all specially designed around sun protection, in an effort to help eliminate the health threats of solar UV exposure. Also, with a Wallaroo hat you’re guaranteed long lasting and innovative protection and a secure fit thanks to an interior strap.  Hats for men, women and they pack and fold easily for travel. Prices start around $30.
 
4. Etymotic's mk5 Isolator Earphones  - Unassuming noise cancelling earphones
www.etymotic.com

If Dad needs a break from life's outside noise, Etymotic’s mk5 Isolator Earphones are a great idea. The newest addition to the company’s high-fidelity Isolator earphone series, an extension of its original 6i earphones features Etymotic’s renowned sound quality and the Isolator Earphones are a great choice for today’s active lifestyles. They tune out ambient noise, so every detail in the music can be heard. These low-profile, in-ear earphones fit comfortably under hats and helmets and are ideal for commuting, travel and sporting activities. At just $64.95.

5. HONOUR™ Essentials Skin and Shave Products
www.honouressentials.com


HONOUR™ Essentials is a collection of skin, shave products who’s secret ingredient is Costa Rican coffee oil that is sustainably sourced and elegantly and ethically made for the discerning man. The rich coffee is also sold to complete the morning experience. Created by brothers and business partners, Jerad and Matt Poling, HONOUR’s “transformative ritual” is centered around the richly derived benefits of the coffee bean and maximized in two primary ways:  
First, as a defining ingredient in a three-step skincare process—WAKE Exfoliating Rinse, PREP Shave Well Cream and TEND Revitalizing Moisturizer.
Second, as deliciously roasted BREW coffee. Pure to form, all products are free of parabens, sulfates, and other harmful chemicals.  
It's a quality product, with sustainability being a common theme throughout the entire brand.  The heirloom-quality Keep Good canister is comprised of eco-friendly materials like reclaimed aluminum and Refills consist of pressed sugar cane pulp, so one can live in the modern world without damaging the planet. The coffee beans utilized in all HONOUR products are grown, handpicked, and sorted on family-owned farmland rooted in the lush mountainous hills of Costa Rica.  Also, 1% of gross revenues go to organizations that protect the environment. Get Dad something he wouldn't get for himself.
 

6. The Edge Desk
$399 at www.theedgedesk.com

We know that “sitting disease” leads to metabolic syndrome and diabetes. And we also know, based on numerous scientific research studies, that sitting disease leads to an increased risk of cancer. In fact, according to Mayo Clinic, you can extend your life expectancy by two years just by cutting out three hours of television viewing time per day.
Launched on Kickstarter this year, The Edge Desk is the first desk-chair and easel all in one. Forget hours of assembly and hundreds of parts to manage, The Edge comes fully assembled right out of the box. Set up takes less than a minute and the ergonomic design provides for the most comfortable, productive work experience you’ve ever had. The patent-pending kneeling desk puts your back in a comfort first position removing pressure so work is fun!
The Edge Desk is the first kneeling desk ever created and is thought of as the “Most comfortable desk for productivity”! Kneeling desks improve posture, reduce lumbar pressure and lower back pain while increasing blood circulation
 

7. AnySharpUSA Sharpeners
www.anysharpusa.com

AnySharpUSA.com line of sharpeners, including Knife Sharpeners, Smart Scissors, Pocket Knife Sharpener, Mini Chopper, Graters and there is even a sharpener for Dad with a green thumb , in the Multi-Tool Sharpener.
Check out the "World's Best" Knife Sharpener for $22, as it offers Dad the choice of colors to match his unique style, including Citrus Zest, Cream, Metal, Orange Zest, Pink Cream, Pistachio Cream, Racing Green, Royal Blue and Royal Red. For those that like to spend time in the kitchen, AnySharp also offers a Pro CHEF Sharpener for $30 that is recommended by Chef Jamie Oliver as a must-have and available in sleek colors of Brass, Copper and Wolf.
The Outdoor Dad will appreciate the Outdoors Knife Sharpener with Firestick ($24.99) - professional knife sharpener for any pocket knife or tactical knife with integrated firestick and striker to help light a fire or the Multi-Tool Sharpener ($18.00) a two-in-one sharpener that allows for rejuvenating almost any knife or tool, including gardening tools!  
 

8. Original Penguin Golf Apparel
www.originalpenguin.com

Remember the iconic Penguin on shirts, shorts and more...  it's back.
It's no longer Munsingwear, reintroducing the Original Penguin
Conventional is boring, but tradition is timeless. Channel the classic style of Original Penguin's past with a modern twist in the Earl™ Polo, which features contrast tipping on the placket, sleeve cuffs and collar on a solid-colored base. This short sleeve polo stands out amongst a sea of polos. Be an original in this men's polo at the office or at your buddies on Friday night.
 

Happy Father's Day!