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New camera models are coming fast and furious from Sony. The ILCE 3000 joins the alpha series as the entry level model. I am not affiliated with Sony, but I was given the opportunity to loan the camera for a few weeks...
A recent trip to the United States had me looking for options to enable my iPad to access 3G and/or LTE service without paying the exorbitant roaming rates from my Canadian carrier. In the past I’d borrowed an AT&T...
I recently upgraded the bike rack on our Prius. Here's my video review, and some more details after the video.Ken Shaw Toyota installed a 1.25 hitch when I purchased the Prius and sold me the Tow Ready rack for two...
Here's a short, humourous video list (vlisteo?) about cycling accessories. This is a great time to join Cycle Toronto. Thanks to Sweet Pete and his friendly, helpful staff. The intro piano theme and the closing theme...
An in-depth hands-on review of the Sony DSC RX1r full frame still (and video) camera. I am not affiliated with Sony, but I was given the opportunity to loan the camera for a few weeks to review it. My thanks to...
This is a short but pleasant ride from Simcoe to Port Dover. We wanted to go to Burning Kiln Winery and looked for a trail in the area, but note that it connects up to Delhi for a longer ride. Next time ...
Map My Ride is one of many iOS apps available to track your rides. I've been using it since early in 2012. I had an inexpensive bike computer and one day it fell off, so I've been using Map My Ride ever since. I'm a...
This delightful trail along the Grand River was one of our first rail trail discoveries, and remains one of our favourites. There are now connecting trails in both directions, so longer rides are possible, both north...
Until I found the spongy wonder bicycle seat, I often came home from rides both sore and numb. The video says it all. I love this seat, I wouldn't be riding today if I didn't own one. This video was filmed primarily on...
A vlisteo of the things I think about before I set out for a ride. Filmed on the Martin Goodman Trail on the Toronto Waterfront, mostly around the Humber River. Maarten rides a Kona Dr. Fine. Video is shot by Doug...
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