Epinions Recent Reviews for edmo

A Premier Board

Sat, 20 Jan 2001 23:20:04 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - The Premier is a true work of art -- probably the best freeride board on the market.

I started researching all-mountain (freeride) boards last summer. I looked at the Burton Custom, Salomon 550, and the Never Summer Premier. The construction...

Can They Really be this Good?

Sat, 20 Jan 2001 22:49:17 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - People have raved about Drake bindings for years, and i always figured that bindings couldn't be that much different. WAS I WRONG....

These bindings really are the best - great, snug fit (without putting your foot to sleep). the straps come...

Lots of Fun Considering...

Fri, 14 Jul 2000 00:22:39 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - ...that you only turn left! I am not a NASCAR fan, but playing NASCAR Revolution made me realize that oval racing is not a simple as one may think.

This is one of the most realistic driving simulations that I've seen - the steering is tight...

Make Your Rides Faster!

Mon, 12 Jun 2000 05:01:42 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - Hey, I'm not buying into the whole aerodynamic claims that K2 is making. Let me tell you why the Hydrorocket makes your rides faster...

The Hydrorocket is a simple hydration system - a pack with a bladder @ a tube. The long design of the pack...

Webvan: Webvan Delivers

Sun, 7 May 2000 06:04:34 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - ...of course they deliver groceries, but what I mean is that Webvan has delivered the model that all eCommerce companies should aspire for. In all aspects, Webvan has exceeded my expectations.

First, their site navigation is intuitive without...

If you need inspiration...

Tue, 29 Feb 2000 05:24:52 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - it's not like there are thousands of MTB videos out there, but if you're going to get only one, Re-Tread is the video to buy. It really does provide the best footage of every type of mountain biking - cross country, downhill, trials, and touring.
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The Best Beer in America....

Tue, 18 Jan 2000 04:11:50 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - Yes, Its a bold statement, but I'm willing to go on a limb... across the board, every beer from anderson valley is at least 'good' and many are the best in the category.

Personally, I feel that the Boont Amber Ale is the finest ale to come...

Put it on your List.

Sat, 11 Dec 1999 06:02:15 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - Whether you're taking couple hour drive, or flying across the country to visit Napa, the one place you shouldn't miss is the V. Sattui Winery.

V. Sattui has the feel of an 'old time' winery, as you drive up, you see a small, brick building...

things get better with time

Sun, 5 Dec 1999 21:36:47 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - Not to date myself, but I remember the days when I played the original battlezone down the the arcade - I applaud activision for producing a game worthy of the name Battlezone.

The new Battlezone has a great storyline which sends you battling...

Hit 'em with a Chain!

Sun, 5 Dec 1999 21:13:20 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - And I don't mean the other racers in the game - the product managers at EA who released this game deserve to get smacked! Don't get me wrong - conceptually, Road Rash is a great idea; and back in the early nineties, I loved playing it on the sega...

The Best Motorcycle Game ever.

Sun, 5 Dec 1999 20:44:22 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - Its a bold statement, but when you compare Superbike to the other motorcycle (and most car) games, Superbike stands above the crowd.

The graphics and sound are top-notch; the game is great to watch even if you're not playing. You can really...

Great for Learning Tricks

Fri, 3 Dec 1999 01:58:00 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - If you're trying to learn how to do tricks with a yo-yo, the x-brain is the best place to start. The automatic clutch always allows you to 'sleep' the yo-yo, yet always pulls the yo-yo back at the last second. The clutch actually begins to make noise a...

Eureka Corded Stick Brooms: Goodbye Dustpan!

Wed, 1 Dec 1999 03:45:52 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - You have to love the fact that we have found a way to use electricity to sweep our floors - not that I'm complaining, using a power broom makes you feel that the floor is getting cleaner than it would the old fashioned way.

The great thing...

Sony SPP-930 900MHz Cordless Phone: SONY? I think not....

Mon, 29 Nov 1999 01:45:54 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - I'll start by confessing that I am a sonyphile - given the chance, I'll pick sony over any other brand, and it seemed to be a great course of action until I purchased the SPP-930.

On the outside, it has the great design that I expect from...

Dealing with Pros

Sun, 28 Nov 1999 23:28:46 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - I'll admit, I visited the site based on their television advertising. But to DLJs credit, they have delivered everything that the ads have promised.

The site itself is very clean and is easy to navigate - you can quickly navigate and find any...

A Great 1st Bike, If...

Mon, 22 Nov 1999 19:07:19 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - My first bike was a '91 Katana 600. It is a great intro to bikes if you are leaning towards sport bikes and aren't planning to race in the near future. The good (and bad) thing about the Katana (600 & 750) is that the engineering of the bike has not...

Extremely Capable for Flight Sims

Mon, 22 Nov 1999 06:48:43 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - I spent weeks in the stores checking out this years joysticks, and it had the best construction/feel of any of the 3D joysticks out there. I'm an avid gamer but after a few weeks, I realize that it is definately a tool that takes some getting used...

900ss - Perfect Balance

Fri, 19 Nov 1999 17:10:57 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - The SuperSport series is the perfect bike if you are looking for a bike that can do all things well. I use my '96 900SS for daily commuting within the city, 'spirited' backroad riding, and multi-day touring. Of course, if you were interested in only one...

A Solid Shoe

Wed, 17 Nov 1999 05:41:24 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - It took a couple of months, but now I have a solid opinion on this shoe. Initially, the Foundation model was definitely heavier and stiffer that my long-loved Asics 126.

I began looking for a motion control shoe because I had chronic soreness...

Tahoe Board Patrol: Squaw Valley

Wed, 17 Nov 1999 05:21:31 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - Squaw Valley : An Olympic Event

Everything about Squaw is enormous in scale, the mountains, the terrain, and the long lines. The one thing that feels different about Squaw is that it is truly a ‘resort’, not just a ski resort. People (not me!)...

Tahoe Board Patrol : Northstar

Wed, 17 Nov 1999 05:15:46 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - Northstar : Guiding You in All Directions

If there is a resort that has something for everyone, it's Northstar. Whatever your level, whatever you’re looking for, Northstar has it all in close proximity. During heavy storms that shut down Squaw...

Tahoe Board Patrol : Kirkwood

Wed, 17 Nov 1999 05:13:03 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - Kirkwood : Beam Me Up, Scotty!

Kirkwood would be the premier resort in Tahoe if it had better access. If I could teleport, I’d get more than my one trip a year up there. As it is, the road to Kirkwood is slow going, and often closed. On clear...

Tahoe Board Patrol : Homewood

Wed, 17 Nov 1999 05:07:54 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - Ski Homewood : Home to Boarders

Homewood is one of my personal favorites of the Tahoe resorts; it is a Snowboarder’s Mecca, easily 80% of the people on the mountain are on boards. While it does not offer (m)any steeps, the Snowpark on the...

Tahoe Board Patrol : Heavenly

Wed, 17 Nov 1999 05:04:41 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author edmo -

Heavenly: Like Heaven and Hell.

Heavenly is by far the Largest resort Tahoe has to offer (so big it takes two states!). This means that you can find any terrain you want, if you’re willing to hunt around for it; on the runs, there is...

Tahoe Board Patrol : Boreal

Wed, 17 Nov 1999 05:01:47 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author edmo - Boreal: Its starts with “Bor” for a reason!

Boreal is by far the tamest Tahoe has to offer; there is no challenge to the many short runs that it offers. While this may not appeal to experienced boarders, Boreal is the perfect place to take...