Golden Rules of Running

A good list of rules for runners.

I've got a big race tonight - assuming the lightening stays away. Trying for a personal record. Note to self: aim for PR in cooler, less humid weather.

Import Communications DotD and 4th of July Sale

The Deal of the Day has been updated slightly at Important Communications - still a TYT TH-UV3R with two batteries for $44.95, but only in red now.

The 4th of July Sale is for a KG-UV6D v2.5 plus AA battery pack for $125.

How Not To Skype During a Trial

Baofeng UV-82: Software

We've ended up with a second Yahoo Group for the UV-82. I don't know which came first, but the one linked here was started by Martyn (K4TEC) and he uploaded the software for the UV-82.

Some screen shots for your viewing and internet analysis pleasure...

Toys for Boys and Girls

So I've had this rock fortress since I was a small child. (See here for one that has many more of the original pieces.) I remember epic battles and hours of fun, so I can't bring myself to get rid of it.

You can't tell from the picture (as Ariel and her princess friends are all on the other side), but my daughter has turned it into Ariel's grotto. (And, apparently, I have said something witty while taking the picture.)

Leixen VV-808S

I also asked Eileen about the VV-808S that is listed with the VV-808 and VV-898 on their site. She says:

"The VV-808S is a upgrade of VV-808. It updates some bugs, and plus some functions. For your VV-808, the bugs is nearly updated. So it may not have much differences to you."

More info as I get it. The VV-808S is not available via AliExpress yet.

Leixen VV-898: Dual Band

As I guessed yesterday based on a poor translation, the VV-898 that is listed on the Leixen site will be a dual band mobile radio. From Eileen at Leixen:

"Yes, we are planning a dual band mobile radio. The model would be VV-898. But it is just been developing. It would take some time. Maybe not so quickly."

So no details and no date, but it doesn't keep me from hoping it is the same form factor as the VV-808 single band.

Why did Google Reader die?

I figured Google Reader wasn't making any money, but maybe it died because it was costing a lot of money.

Baojie BJ-9900: Dual Band Mobile

A Baojie BJ-9900 mobile is heading to Hans, so look for a good review soon after he gets it.

Two-Stage Double-Shou

A "Two-Stage Double-Shou" with a "cool debut soon."*

Image of a "Two-Stage Double-Shou":

I don't know** what that is exactly, but I'm excited.

* Alternate translation is a "Double-Double" with a "flashy debut."
** I have a guess.