Epinions Recent Reviews for svtben

A child safety seat that should stay in the car!

Sun, 12 Apr 2009 01:22:22 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - We've had the car seat for quite some time now. It's staying in our SAAB 9-5 in the middle seat. The reason we wanted to keep it in the middle is so that both of us had...

A Scandanavian gem!

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 15:01:28 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - I bought this car used from a local dealer. It was in a slightly worn condition. There was a dent in the front, the carpet had stains and the driver's side mirror had yellow paint transfer marks. I saw through all the imperfections...

A great-looking toaster!

Wed, 1 Aug 2007 17:43:37 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - I must admit that I bought this toaster for its looks. We needed something that could do the basics and I knew to stay away from a couple of other brand names because of bad past experiences. Not that I was too picky for choosing a toaster - all I want...

Make this the first reel mower to buy!

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 17:30:48 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - I came home one time to find that our lawn had been mowed. Clippings were everywhere - on the front stairs, on our walkway and on our driveway. Apparently, a landscaper who lives in the area was mowing all the neighbors' lawns, but with a sloppy work...

Great service, fabulous gourmet food!

Sat, 10 Mar 2007 01:03:02 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - Being in training in Atlanta last week, our group decided to take a dinner out to get to know each other better and share our experiences. Chequers was suggested since someone heard the crabcakes was the best around. Location The restaurant...

As basic as you can get with a hotel.

Thu, 8 Mar 2007 13:17:10 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - I just recently stayed at this hotel for 1 week because of training. This hotel was actually on the recommended list at a local training center. Let me just say that it was actually an uneventful stay. Location The location wasn't too bad as...

Save your hands from anything!

Thu, 8 Mar 2007 12:27:58 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - I have owned a pair of the "Original" gloves for a few years now. Initially, I was looking for driving gloves. At the local store, the sales person suggested these gloves and sold me on them by mentioning the new Audi LeMans Team uses them for driving...

Putting on different sets of eyes to see better!

Fri, 9 Feb 2007 02:08:32 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - I was looking for a decent pair of sunglasses because my 5 year old Oakley Jackets finally bit the dust. The base of the frame where it held the lense cracked. As an avid cyclist, I wanted something a little more versatile yet retaining some style. I...

As good as body heat to keep warm!

Sat, 27 Jan 2007 15:42:58 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - Our room faces the northwest side, so we really needed something to regulate the temperature. This was the best solution of the choices we had at Home Depot. Overview Woohoo! Another reason to have a remote! This unit came with a remote!...

The best electronic rooster you'll love to hate.

Sat, 27 Jan 2007 15:12:43 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - Okay, so this was an upgrade for me. I still have this clock radio since...I don't know when. It's a pretty uneventful purchase. It's not like I *want* to wake up using an alarm of some sort. I'd rather wake up naturally. Overview A nice...

A reliably close shave!

Sat, 27 Jan 2007 14:57:14 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - I had bought this a couple years back after my Panasonic Wet/Dry shaver went kaput. The charge wouldn't hold and it kept grabbing my skin painfully. I was referred to Remington because of its longstanding name and giving a great shave every time...

Race-ready shoe, even if you're not racing!

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 03:15:13 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - I bought this shoe to replace my Specialized Ground Control shoes, which were getting very uncomfortable and worn out. At the same time, I also bought the Bontrager clipless pedal system similar to the Shimano SPD system. Overview Beautiful!...

Old model but still going strong!

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 01:29:27 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - I had bought this bike when it first came out in the color combination of blue with a silver rear triangle. It was actually my third Cannondale and my second Cannondale mountain bike. I had the F600 back then. Overview Out of the early...

Something new, something calm

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 00:22:25 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - I've been a great fan of Brian Transeau (BT)for a while having been to one of his concerts with sponsor Jensen a few years back when Movement in Still Life was released. This latest edition, This Binary Universe only adds to his musical talent...

High-end feel without the high-end price!

Fri, 19 Jan 2007 21:12:30 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - About two years ago, I was eyeing the 7000 series HP laptop and decided it would be the one for me. I waited until the time was right - also because of the fact that my business was urging me to get a new laptop. But then the 8000 series came out, so...

Save yourself from carpel tunnel!

Fri, 5 Jan 2007 22:32:46 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - Overview I've been using the Logitech Marble Mouse ever since they introduced it in its white, unpainted version. I still have that and now use it for work. I have this silver model for use with my laptop at home. Use I've never...

Energy you can feel!

Fri, 22 Dec 2006 12:54:39 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - Overview Produced by the original creators of the multivitamin in 1934 (in North America), Nutrilite's flagship product is Double-X. Just recently updated, it now includes pomegranate as a part of their long list of phytonutrients...

Soooooo small!

Tue, 19 Dec 2006 20:45:34 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - I was in need of a flash card that could fit in my Cingular Blackjack so that I could play songs and record videos or take more pictures with my smartphone. This fit the bill! Overall Design Can you say small? The microSD is extremely thin...

Linksys makes it go!

Thu, 14 Dec 2006 11:05:13 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - Having just moved here to Maine, I needed Internet access so that I could continue my business operations as well as get to my most important email. At first, I got connected to Cingular using the B
lackjack.
Finally,...

Great basic MP3 and WMA player, great sound.

Fri, 8 Dec 2006 11:38:38 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - My OEM 6-disc "audiophile" unit went kaput in my S
VT
Focus. So I needed to replace the unit with something that had a few more features. I wanted a front-loading CD instead of one that required the face to flip down...

One word - Classy

Thu, 7 Dec 2006 17:32:24 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - Ah yes. The Royal York hotel brings back memories. Actually, just one. I stayed at the hotel about 5 years ago (2001) and I'm assuming it hasn't really changed much, being an old-style, classy five-star hotel. Location Right in the heart...

A step of faith for Smartphones - updated - Plan details, new battery offer

Thu, 7 Dec 2006 11:57:39 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - Context Having just moved here in Maine, I finally got around to getting a new cell phone through an authorized Cingular distributor through Quixtar with a massive discount. I went with the Family Plan w/rollover minutes. Since I do not have...

Why spend more? Great mid-priced tire!

Sun, 19 Dec 2004 02:09:59 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - New tires for my SVT Focus After owning a set of Pirelli 240 Snowsports (215/45R17) for two years (50,000kms), they finally wore down to its wear bars. I decided to go with a lower-priced tire. I was skeptical at first, since the Dunlop...

Better than brain surgery! - Updated

Mon, 8 Sep 2003 15:03:19 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - I was reading this book in an airplane on my way to Florida from Toronto when the lady beside me glanced at the cover several times. She finally had the courage to ask me about the book with the trip more than half over. "What is this book you're...

SVT Focus: Update - The driving fun continues.

Sun, 7 Sep 2003 22:01:21 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author svtben - When I took delivery of this car in June 2002, it was little known and often mistaken for a Honda Civic. One of the first ones on the street of Toronto, I immediately got compliments taking the members of a local car club free rides in some twisty...