Wireless Wednesday for 4/22/15: Big Cedar Lodge and The Great Outdoors

Rick is near Branson, Missouri at the Bass Pro Shops Legends of Golf - a PGA Tour Champions Tour event.

He's at Big Cedar Lodge in Ridgedale, MO
www.bigcedar.com

Big Cedar Lodge features Top of the Rock - the new 9 hole, Par 3 course where the tournament will be played along with world class bass fishing, boating, archery, nature trails and Big Cedar Lodge is one of the premier resorts in the ecountry.


Technology is big in fishing and really big in professional bass fishing as Rick has covered Bassmasters events in the past.

Have a listen:

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You can see Rick's article on the best fishing near Atlanta
http://atlanta.cbslocal.com/top-lists/best-places-to-go-fishing-near-atlanta/


There are hundreds of lakes, ponds, rivers and streams in the state of Georgia that have open fishing all year. With Georgia’s great climate, fishing is popular throughout the fall and into the winter months. Before you go, you will need to purchase a fishing license from Georgia, Alabama or another bordering state. Licenses can be bought online or at an agent in your county. For the state of Georgia, they are available on www.georgiawildlife.com. With more than 500,000 acres of water available for fishing in Georgia, it’s a sport where you can get the entire family involved. Here are places near Atlanta where you have a chance to catch “the big one.”

Lake Sydney Lanier
Gainesville, GA
(678) 696-2491
www.discoverlakelanier.com

It may be croweded to some, but the most popular lake in the state of Georgia is about 30 minutes from Atlanta and stretches 38,000 acres. Operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Lake Lanier is heavily fished by locals and tourists, but there is still plenty of fish for everyone. If you like catching striper, crappie and walleye, this should be one of your top destinations. Anglers have success with both live and artificial baits, so it’s trial and error to see what is biting. For a complete fishing experience, give Lake Lanier a try.

Reynolds Plantation
5741 St. Lake Oconee Parkway
Greensboro, GA 30642
(800) 800-5250
www.reynoldsplantation.com

Fish the “Great Waters” of Lake Oconee at one of the top resort properties in the world, Reynolds Plantation. There are many boat slips in and around Lake Oconee and Reynolds Plantation. All you need to have handy is your Georgia Fishing License. Lake Oconee is stocked with many varieties of fish, so your rod and reel will get a workout. When the fishing ends, you can play golf as Reynolds offers six fantastic championship golf courses to test your skills on. At the end of the day, you can relax at the beautiful, Ritz-Carlton Lodge at Reynolds Plantation.

Pursell Farms
386 Talladega Springs Road
Sylacauga, AL 35151
(256) 208-7600
www.pursellfarms.com

Just a little ways across the border in Alabama, you can test your angler skills at beautiful, Pursell Farms in Sylacauga, Alabama. Pursell Farms is home to the top public golf course, Farmlinks, but the property also offers plenty of great fishing. Depending on your needs, Pursell Farms offers everything from guides to rental of gear like lures, tackle boxes and reels. While it is preferred you stay at the resort, Pursell Farms offers full and half-day fishing options in a boat or on the banks. Pursell Farms is private property, so no Alabama fishing permit is required. Just come ready to fish and bring your golf clubs too.

Snowbird Mountain Lodge
4633 Santeetlah Road
Robbinsville, NC 28771
(828) 479-9290
www.snowbirdlodge.com

Snowbird Mountain Lodge is a short drive from metro Atlanta, but you will feel like you are a world away. Located right on the Cherohala Skyway in the smoky mountains, Snowbird offers endless fishing opportunities and experiences for the entire family. In fact the USA Flyfishing Team comes here to fish. If you want to cast your line, Snowbird offers free use of fly rods as part of your stay.

    
App of the Week:

Fishing Calendar

$5.79  -  sometimes there is a discount

This app lives up to its name - this advanced prediction calendar shows you the best fishing times for any location to help you increase your chance of a catch! View the best fishing times for your current location, track and share your catches, and integrate the app with maps.

Wireless Wednesday for 4/15/15 - AT&T GigaPower and Adidas

Rick is back in town, but he was over at Reynolds Plantation in Greensboro, GA on Monday for the "Monday After the Masters Event" put on by adidas this year....  

But first, there also was a big announcement in Atlanta on Monday as AT&T and City of Atlanta officials announced that AT&T GigaPower launches in Atlanta and Sandy Springs...

Have a listen:

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1.  AT&T GigaPower launches in Atlanta on Monday

Atlantans are now able to use some of the fastest internet around as AT&T, today, launched U-verse GigaPower in Atlanta and other parts of the metro area.

Per AT&T:

Imagine downloading 25 songs in less than one second, or before you can even crank up the volume. Imagine loading your favorite HD movie in less than 36 seconds, a fraction of the time it takes to pick which movie to watch.

Now, qualifying residents and small businesses can have U-verse with AT&T GigaPower in parts of Atlanta, Decatur, Newnan, Sandy Springs and other communities located throughout the metro area.

2.  Adidas  -  Rick was at the Adidas "Monday After the Masters" golf event at Reynolds Plantation and World No. 5 golfer Jason Day was there with noted golf teacher and former Tiger Woods coach, Hank Haney.

Adidas- company history - 90 years in busines..  Adolf "Adi" Dassler started to produce his own sports shoes in his mother's wash kitchen in Herzogenaurach, Bavaria after his return from World War I. In July 1924.
Adidas has grown into a high tech sports company with athletes like Derrick Rose, Dwight Howard, Caroline Wozniacki, Ana Ivanovic and in golf, Justin Rose, Sergio Garcia and Jason Day wearing ther apparel.

 

3.  Cool usb drives  - like the one given away by adidas yesterday at Reynolds Plantation

Companies are getting creative with the ways they get information to the media and general public.  Cool and unique usb drives are one of the ways with information about the company pre-loaded on them.

 

4.  Purpose of Adidas event at Reynolds Plantation on Monday which Rick attended

- Introduce media to new Adidas asym energy boost golf shoes
-  Diff shoes for your right and left feet depending on if you are a right-handed or left-handed player.

The uniquely built left and right shoes guide weight transfer, stability and power through the swing. asym energy boost is the latest in footwear from adidas Golf that highlights the revolutionary BOOST™ cushioning and incorporates advanced technologies to best support the athlete and their performance.

 5.  Adidas athlete and No. 5 in the world golf rankings, Jason Day was on hand yesterday to talk to Rick about the shoes and he was wearing the new asym shoes...

Day says the technology works and he will soon be putting the shoes into play for tournaments...

 
** App of the Week

The Fly Delta App  -  with all sorts of improvement
Free for iPhone, iPad, Andorid and Windows phones

The app does so many things, but new for travelers is the ability to track your luggage and get flight and gate change info..

Description

Introducing Fly Delta 3.0, the biggest update yet to Delta’s award winning iPhone app. With redesigned navigation, quick access to important day-of-travel information and a history of all your notifications, Fly Delta makes travel easier than ever before.

• Find, compare and book Domestic and International flights
• Book SkyMiles® award tickets
• Share with friends on Facebook when you book a trip, check in and arrive to your destination
• Purchase Delta Comfort+™ and Trip Extras, including in-flight Wi-Fi, Priority Boarding and more
• Reserve Preferred Seats like bulkhead and aisle
• Rebook cancelled flights or missed connections
• Manage your trips, profile and transactions, and customize your travel preferences
• Check your SkyMiles® account balance and current Medallion® status
• Check in, download your eBoarding Pass (available at select airports worldwide) and add it to Passbook
• Pay for checked bags and track their location
• Check the latest flight status and receive flight and gate change notifications
• Save a photo to remember your parking spot
• Check your status on the upgrade or standby list
• View or change your seat
• Locate Delta Sky Club® lounges
• View expanded airport maps, public transportation details and weather information
• Get detailed info about our fleet and partners
• Map flights en route with an interactive flight tracker
• Stream movies, TV shows and more onboard with Delta Studio™
• “Today” gathers everything you need for your day of travel into one convenient place.
• “Feed” ensures you always have the latest flight updates, gate changes and more

The Fly Delta app for iPhone and delta.com are always free to use on Delta’s Wi-Fi-enabled flights. Visit delta.com/app for more information on other mobile device versions.

Wireless Wednesday for 4/8/15 - Hawaii Tech from Lana'i

It's Spring Break for Rick and his wife, but he is still "working" as he's hopping across our 50th state.  
He's on the island of Lana'i at the Four Seasons Resort Manele Bay and played golf at  Jack Nicklaus', Manele Golf Course.  Then we'll take a look at some technology that is uniquely Hawaiian.

Have a listen:

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Dole Pineapple used to have the island as their pineapple plantation, but no more, due to foreign competition, etc. Now, Lana'i is the ultimate destination for relaxation, golf and tennis.

Lana'i facts:

Lānaʻi  - smallest of the publically accessible Hawaiian Islands
Nickname: The Pineapple Isle     
Size; 140.5 sq mi (363.9 km2)     
Population 3,135     22.313/sq mi (8.615/km2)     
Highest pointL Lānaʻihale     3,366 ft (1,026 m)
No chain restaurants or chain stores
 
1.  98% of Lanai' is owned by Larry Ellison (Founder and Chairman of Oracle), with the remaining 2% owned by the state of Hawaii.

Ellison the owner of every hotel room on the island of Kauai.

He owns two golf courses, the community swimming pool, the water company, and a cemetery. He also owns nearly a third of all of the island's housing.

Welcome to Larry's Island - but it's really your island to explore!
 

2.  There is not a single traffic light on the Island of Lana'i and Rick loves that... not even a four-way stop.

 

3.  iPads provided in all the rooms at the Four Seasons Manele Bay

iPads in every room is fast becoming a Four Seasons brand standard (many of their new and soon-to-open hotels have them), we thought we'd give you a run down on how to use it.

The iPad can be found on the desk in the room and when you arrive, it has been charging in anticipation of your use. As we mentioned a few weeks ago, the WiFi is free so long as you are doing basic internet activities like browsing the web and checking your email.

You can also order room service, use the iPad in place of the in-room information book and looked up all the things to do at the hotel and nearby the hotel on the iPad. Again, navigation was easy and we were guided by big, colorful photos. There wasn't anything mind-blowingly creative or cool that was being offered through the iPad--a lot of the same services can be found on the TV as well, such as reviewing your bill--but simply being able to pick up the iPad and call up whatever we wanted at the swipe of a fingertip was just rather cool.
The iPad in the room is a great perk.

4.  The Four Seasons Lanai at Manele Bay app

Keeps you updated with everything going on around the resort and more...

Download the FS Lanai app to plan your visit, and to enhance your experience at Four Seasons Lanai at Manele Bay. Before you arrive, learn about hotel amenities and local attractions, arrange dining reservations, and more via the FS Lanai app. During your stay, utilize the app to schedule a wake-up call, request housekeeping service, arrange transportation plus a host of other services from your personal mobile device.
 

5.  Drone Aircraft Help Save Taxpayer Dollars in Hawaii

In Hawaii, agencies and researchers are integrating drones into their work to not only save taxpayers money but also limit accidents on the job.

Drones are giving federal government researchers the ability to model beach erosion along an entire stretch of shoreline in minutes, according to Honolulu Civil Beat. Before the use of drones, modeling just a small section of sand would take months.

University of Hawaii researchers monitoring groundwater runoff no longer pay $1,000 an hour for a manned aircraft on pre-approved Federal Aviation Administration flight paths. A drone costing roughly the same amount offers large-scale mapping in real time.

“Since it’s our tax dollars paying for this research, it’s great to see such interest in using technology to not only save money, but to speed the research and the application of the results, all while saving time and keeping everyone safe,” Jason Rushin, a Civil Beat contributor, wrote in a recent guest article.

But drones are being used off the beach as well.

Monotonous jobs like surveying farm irrigation systems can sometimes be dangerous for pilots. Those flights are now being replaced with drone technology.

Honolulu’s fire department, which covers the entire island of Oahu, uses such unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to safely spot brush fires.

With increased drone use has come the emergence of the Hawaii Drone Club, whose members to facilitate their everyday use, while one part-time resident’s manufacturing company plans to make the devices “smartphone simple”—guided with the swipe of a finger.

Hawaii’s drone users still have to contend with the FAA’s requirement that UASs be flown within the line of sight of the operator.

 


App of the Week:

Photojojo's new Disposable Camera app

- Free to download
The Good: Prints! Remember those? 27 glorious prints. Also, the way that having a dispo cam in your pocket keeps you on the look out for the next photo opportunity.

No more, forgetting to take your camera to the photomat and no more paying twice (cam + developing).

Pay just $12.99 for one camera and when you shoot your last frame, we’ll take it from there. We print your photos out and mail them right to your doorstep.

 

Wireless Wednesday for 4/1/15: Compression Gear Technology

Happy April 1, or April's Fool's Day, but Rick and Mitch aren't going to pull any pranks...  they talk about the high tech world of compression gear.

But first a quick look at some NCAA and Final Four tech

Have a listen:

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- New tech for replay reviews and timing questions   -  Precision Timing Systems includes all rounds of both tournaments, while the agreement with DVSport also includes all rounds of the Division I men’s and women’s basketball championships, as well as all Football Championship Series (FCS) playoff games and the Division II and III football semifinal and championship games. The DVSport software is designed to provide a more efficient replay process intended to reduce the length of time officials spend at the scorer’s table reviewing a play.     The game officials stop the clock simply by blowing his or her whistle, and resumes play by flipping a switch on their belt pack. A radio transmitter connected to the scoreboard controller allows the clock to stop and start instantly, thus eliminating the delay of a scoreboard operator doing it once hearing a whistle or seeing the official signal the ball in play.

Rick was up at the 2XU compression wear event in New York back in February. He saw new compression wear and where that area of fitness and recovery wear is going....


1.  About 2XU

Founded and based in Melbourne, Australia; 2XU’s philosophy is to create products which will advance human performance. 2XU employs fabric and construction technology to take you beyond what you previously thought possible. 2XU is fast becoming the most technical performance sports brand on the planet. Worn by multiple world champions, endorsed by sports institutions the world over and praised by professional athletes from all disciplines, 2XU understands what is needed to be the best. Developed by athletes for athletes.
www.2XU.com

Please watch:

60 second 2XU “Heart Not Hype” video

https://www.youtube.com/user/2xuaustralia


2.  Should athletes be wearing compression gear?  

Yes, for performance and recovery
⦁    2XU Compression – sports performance and recovery.
⦁    2XU’s products are renowned for their technical quality and are used by numerous elite athletes around the world including athletes from 43 NBA and NFL teams and the US Marine Corps.

3.   Should everyday people wear compression wear?

Yes, especially while traveling. Soxxy Air compression socks can make a big difference on long flights. Blood circulation is key. And these socks look good too.
 


4. When a former Navy Seal like Jeff Nichols swears by compression wear, who are you to argue?

- He must be ready at a moments notice.  2XU compression gear is used by the Navy Seals as they have to possibly recover from a long flight and then perform on a moments notice....

5. New compression gear might help relieve edema

Problem:  I always have swelling in my legs and ankles. I had an ulcer on the side of my ankle, but my doctor finally got it healed. She told me it was because of the swelling, and I’m afraid it will come back. Any suggestions?

Answer: One of the causes of leg swelling and ulcer formation has to do with the veins in the leg. In technical terms they become incompetent and the blood pools around the ankles instead of being pushed up the leg.

This causes the swelling and can lead to ulcer formation.

The goal is to reduce the swelling and lessen the chance of a new ulcer forming. There are many ways to do this including surgery on the veins and compression from the outside.
 


*App of the week*

"Storm" by Weather Underground

Free
Severe weather season is around the corner and that means that people are going to be checking the weather on their phones more than ever. Some people check the weather to simply plan their outfit, while others require more in-depth weather information, either because their livelihood depends on it, they live in areas affected by severe weather or weather simply fascinates them.

To ensure iOS users have access to the most comprehensive weather information possible, the worldwide weather service, Weather Underground, has recently launched the ultimate storm tracking application. It’s called Storm and it’s free to download in the App Store on iPhone or iPad. With the Storm App, users will be equipped with the most advanced storm tracking tools and severe weather alerts.

Unlike other weather apps out there, Storm provides high-definition radar and the ability to toggle between past or future radar and near real-time single site sweeping radar. Within the full-screen interactive map, users can view jet stream winds, fronts, tropical storm data, severe weather alerts, current conditions and more. In addition to sophisticated storm tracking tools, users can access the latest information on severe weather within a 30-mile radius via push notifications or in-app alerts. It’s a very powerful and in depth storm tracking app that will benefit anyone interested in severe weather.

To learn more, visit http://www.weatherunderground.com/storm today.

 

Wireless Wednesday for 3/25/15: New Spring Travel Gadgets

Rick and Mitch look at some new gadgets for travelers.

Have a listen:

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 Note the segment aired fine on the radio, my taping of the show had issues with the recorder, causing some portions to drop. That included the end of Impecca's Bamboo Keyboard, all of the Aquapac and all but the end of Incipio.  - Any questions, please let me know.

1.  Impecca's Bamboo - Bluetooth Portable Keyboard

www.impecca.com

Need a portable keyboard to take with you on the road? Be eco-friendly with Impecca.
he new Impecca bamboo and wood smartphone and tablet accessories: the Impecca Bamboo Bluetooth Keyboard for tablets, smartphones, iPhones, Androids, and Bluetooth compatible devices, along with natural Impecca Bamboo and Wood Cases for iPhone 6, iPad Air and iPad mini.

The keyboards and cases are well designed and developed for the eco-conscious consumer. You get something different with bamboo and wood, so the accessories are great for business offices, like doctors or lawyers, the home office, schools, or any person or organization that likes the natural wood or exotic look.

In addition to performance and being eco-friendly, these products are also comfortable to use and offer ergonomic comfort to users. Power users will appreciate the comfort of these accessories.

The products come in at great price points- $49.99-$79.99.

2. eBags Packing Cubes (Now in New Colors)

The best $20 or so you will spend before your head off on your trip....

Fit more in your bags with eBags packing cubes.
- Large: 17.5 x 12.75 x 3.25, Medium: 13.75 x 9.75 x 3, Small: 11 x 6.75 x 3
- Guaranteed for life under the eBags Lifetime Warranty
- Includes premium YKK® zippers with corded pulls for a lifetime of opening and closing
- Guaranteed for life under the eBags Lifetime Warranty
- Highest construction standards utilized and interior seams fully finished for durability
- Mesh top panel for easy identification of contents, and ventilation

 

3. Aquapac

$20-$45  depending on the size

Protect your gear and valauables if you are going to the beach or out on the water

All Aquapac cases were redesigned to use polyurethane instead of PVC.
- Polyurethane is 100% recyclable and more environmentally-friendly
- Can withstand temperatures from -40° F to 122° F
- Thinner than PVC, making it easier to operate controls
- The Large Whanganui Case has Class 5 water protection, AquaPac's highest, meaning it is waterproof and submersible to depths greater than 12 feet
- Large size provides room enough for boat registration papers, maps, first aid kits, electronic items, purses, wallets, cash, passports and other vital documents
- Designed with 4 eyelets for easy attachment to canoes and kayaks

 

4.  Incipio Cases for your Smartphone

In the $20-30 range

The versatile STOWAWAY Case is the perfect solution for protecting your device and storing up to three credit cards. Constructed of a soft-touch Plextonium polycarbonate outer shell, and a shock absorbent Flex2O polymer core, the dual-layer design ensures twice the device protection, while offering the convenience of credit card storage.

 

5. Kinivo - Bluetooth Car Kit with Multipoint  

Model BTC455

Turns existing car stereos into Bluetooth compatible stereo systems. For that long spring break drive you have ahead of you. Makes things easier and keeps you safe.

·         Allows you to take calls hands free, stream music, and listen to navigation instructions over the car’s speakers

·         Features automatic syncing to your mobile device
·         Allows you to connect and simultaneously  sync up to two devices to your car’s stereo system via multi-point Bluetooth 4.0 technology
·         Enables you to operate your device’s voice-command functionality through its built-in microphone
·         Offers control over audio tracks, including play, pause, previous song and next song
·         Easily connects to your car’s stereo system via 3.5mm audio input port

Available at: www.amazon.com
Price: $44.95
Website: www.kinivo.com

*App of the week*

KeyMe mobile app

Free
Create a "digital copy" of your keys that you can use anytime to get new keys produced.

This is a seamless multi-platform experience – keys can be saved via the app, then accessed and printed at a kiosk in the event of a lockout.  The app can be downloaded at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/keyme-digital-keychain/id663884543?mt=8