Epinions Recent Reviews for StraightTalker

Camp 18 Combines History and Good Food - Tree Huggers and PETA Need Not Apply

Sun, 4 Mar 2007 17:38:51 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - Camp 18 is a dream-come-true for third generation logger, Gordon Smith. Gordon wanted to build the "biggest log cabin anyone has seen." And that's what he did. If your into construction that's all you'll need to keep your interest. From the 85-foot...

The Coolest Looking Flash Drive You'll NEVER want To Own

Sat, 3 Mar 2007 18:11:10 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - I was looking for a new flash drive. When I saw this one on sale for $9.99 after rebate, it seemed too good to be true. I ordered one. For looks it can't be beat. The Snowdrive Vapor Snowboard Style Flash Drive is definitely slick. Shaped like a...

Cape Meares State Scenic Viewpoint Is The "Must See" On The Three Capes Scenic Loop

Sat, 3 Mar 2007 15:40:42 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - The Cape Meares State Scenic Viewpoint is my favorite stop along the Three Capes Scenic Loop, located on the North Oregon Coast. The Lighthouse The lighthouse, at 38 feet tall, is the shortest in Oregon. But, from it's perch...

There's Nothing Special About D River State Recreation Site

Sat, 3 Mar 2007 14:13:44 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - D River State Recreation Site is famous for being the home of the world's shortest river. The D River, depending on who you listen to, is between 100 and 300 feet long. And that's where the attraction of the D River State Recreation Site...

Don't Bother Unpackin' This Suitcase!

Sat, 3 Mar 2007 03:56:49 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - I've been a Keb Mo' fan for years. And when I saw he had a new CD out I couldn't wait to get it! But, when I put it in the stereo I was so-o-o-o-o disappointed! Why? Well, let me tell you. I've always enjoyed the twangy sound of Keb's guitar and...

Miles Pile Up Fast With Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan

Sat, 3 Mar 2007 02:25:12 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - After years of not flying anywhere my first trip was to Mexico on Alaska Airlines. It started when I wanted to take a long overdue trip to someplace new and exciting. I decided on Zihuatanejo, Mexico. I went online and started looking for cheap...

Tingambato Archaeological Site

Sat, 3 Mar 2007 00:16:18 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - Located on the free road between Uruapan and Patzcuaro, Tingambato is a small archaeological site in the Mexican State of Michoacan. 500 to 1,000 years ago the Purépacha Indians built a pyramid, a ball court, tombs, altars, and other structures here...

The Hamilton Beach CustomGrind Electric Coffee Grinder Is My Cup Of Tea!

Sun, 25 Feb 2007 22:09:28 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - While on vacation in the Mexican fishing village of Barra De Potosi I met a lady who sells coffee beans. Mune's coffee is organic shade-grown songbird coffee. I'm not sure what all that means, but when I had a cup I knew it was good! At 70...

Tortilla Keeper: It's Not Just For Tortillas Anymore!

Fri, 1 Oct 2004 01:09:18 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - My oldest daughter got this for me for Christmas. Probably because she knows I'm a Mexican cuisine addict! And if you're hooked on authentic Mexican cuisine you KNOW that you just gotta have warm tortillas! The first few times I used the Tortilla...

The Brunton Solar Batterysaver Powerpack Keeps Me Powered Up In The Wilderness

Sat, 7 Aug 2004 18:33:02 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - When I hit the backcountry I like to take my gadgets with me. You know, GPS receiver, digital camera, cell phone, and radio. My problem was keeping all these gadgets powered up. That's where the Brunton Solar Batterysaver Powerpack comes in. This is...

22 Degrees Outside, It's Roaring Like A Blast Furnace, And My Neighbors Think I'm Crazy!

Wed, 7 Jan 2004 06:59:47 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - I picked this stove up when I decided to get back into backpacking after a twenty year hiatus. I needed a lightweight, easy-to-use, dependable stove for overnight summer hiking trips. And I wasn't going to spend much. I went down to the local R.E.I...

~Newsflash~ Exercise Really Does Reduce Blood Pressure!

Sun, 4 Jan 2004 21:27:00 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - I bought the Braun Precision Sensor Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor about a year ago. I got it about the same time I got my pe
dometer.
I figured that I could see if exercise really does lower your blood...

The Suunto Partner A-10 Is A Great Compass For An Even Better Price!

Sun, 4 Jan 2004 03:57:25 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - I was in need of an inexpensive, very basic compass to use while out geocaching. I decided to get the cheapest compass I could find that had a brand name that I recognized. That just happened to be the Suunto Partner A-10. I figured I couldn't...

The REI Polar Pod +20 Sleeping Bag Is Gonna Work REAL Well!

Mon, 9 Jun 2003 00:11:24 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - I've been an REI member since the early 70's and was always impressed with the quality of their equipment. But, a couple of marriages, 4 daughters, and a career kinda got me distracted from my hobby of backpacking. But, as I started closing in on 50 I...

Machine Wash Warm, Tumble Dry ?! For a Pedometer?

Sun, 16 Mar 2003 16:28:48 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - I'll explain the title later, but first I'll tell you a little about this lightweight gem.

10,000 steps to better health. That doesn't sound too hard. But, without a good step-counting pedometer it's kinda hard to know how many steps you...

How Do You Cook Perfect Rice?

Wed, 20 Mar 2002 21:13:24 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - I asked a friend who grew up in Cambodia. He said that they always use a rice cooker.

"What's a rice cooker?", I asked.

"It's a machine we bought at Target!", he said.

That caught me a little off-guard. I thought, since...

What's The Hardest Part When It Comes To Learning Spanish?

Sat, 16 Mar 2002 18:02:23 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - Could it be, oh I don't know, maybe the verbs? Of course, it's the verbs!

All you have to do is remember the 14 tenses. Piece of cake. First there's the Present Indicative, followed by the Imperfect Indicative. Then comes the Preterit, the...

I Must Be Crazy To Write A Review On A Dictionary!

Sun, 24 Feb 2002 22:55:51 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - How do you write an interesting review on a dictionary? Good question. We'll see if it's possible.

This is definately a tough one. A dictionary. Hmmmm... Let me think about this. Well, it should be easier than a review of the phonebook,...

"¿Me Pasa La Cuenta, Por Favor?" or ............. "What Did I Just Eat?"

Sun, 3 Feb 2002 05:16:04 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - "¿Me Pasa La Cuenta, Por Favor?" is one phrase I wish I'd looked up in the Mexican Spanish Dictionary/Phrasebook before going out to dinner during my vacation in Zihuatanejo. I'll explain later.

But, first let me describe this...

I'm Sorry, George Foreman. I Should Have Listened To You!

Tue, 25 Dec 2001 19:50:05 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - I never thought about buying a George Foreman Lean Mean Fat Reducing Grilling Machine. I don't usually buy things that count on a celebrity to peddle them. I always have a feeling that the product isn't good enough to sell on it's own. But,...

It Took A While, But I Finally Got To Fly Alaska Airlines

Sat, 8 Dec 2001 16:33:37 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - Sure, Alaska Airlines had a tragic situation a while back when one of their planes went down due to a faultily maintained jackscrew. Since then, the planes have been gone over with a fine-toothed comb. Safest in the air, I'm willing to guess...

Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo, Just Four Miles Apart...

Thu, 22 Nov 2001 01:52:54 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - And yet they are worlds apart.

If high-rise, luxury resort hotel complexes are your thing, Ixtapa is right up your alley. But if you're like me and want to experience the real Mexico, after you land at the airport don't go any further...

You'll Have A Better Chance Of Seeing A Whale Than Seeing The Boiler!

Fri, 21 Sep 2001 20:51:47 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - But, then again, that's not so bad. Is it?

I just visited Boiler Bay State Scenic Viewpoint yesterday. I'd been there many times before, but decided to go back before writing this review to refresh my memory.

According to the...

"Do You Have Eggs?"... "Are There Eggs?"... What's The Difference? A Lot!

Sun, 2 Sep 2001 21:49:02 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - The People's Guide To Mexico will explain. And save you some serious embarrassment!

First published in 1972, The People's Guide To Mexico isn't like your average guidebook. Since that time it has grown to nearly 600 pages of...

I Can't Believe It! I'm Actually Getting Good Enough To Feel The Difference!

Sat, 4 Aug 2001 01:56:38 GMT
rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author StraightTalker - First of all, I should tell you, I never buy golf balls. If you've read my review about choosing golf balls you know where I get mine.

If you haven't read my piece about the B.T.M.F. method of ball selection I'll tell you now that I...