November 3, 2009
TOP 10 Goalie Helmets!
No.9 - Mike Richter
When it comes to design, simplicity is genius.
Mike Richter’s mask may not have been a fancy design, but it was simple, crisp and clean. Richter, who spent his entire career playing for the New York Rangers, had a red, blue and white colored mask adorned with the Statue of Liberty. The mask was fittingly patriotic as Richter was also a constant on the United States team in international play.
On many nights, Richter was stout like a statue and eventually led the team to a Stanley Cup in 1994.
No.8 - Brent Johnson
Brent Johnson has pretty much been a backup goalie throughout his NHL career and, almost the entire way through, his goalie masks have made references to Led Zeppelin. A while back, Johnson worked with an artist in Canada to design his goalie masks based on a bunch of Led Zeppelin album covers.
Johnson’s current concoction with the Pittsburgh Penguins features the grim reaper off an alternate back cover ofZeppelin IV. Pens fans are hoping that he can be part of a team that climbs the stairway to the Stanley Cup for the fourth time in franchise history.
No.6 - Ken Wregget
In most cases, you wouldn’t be wowed by seeing a penguin on a Pittsburgh Penguins netminder’s mask — but this one is different. Ken Wregget got the creative idea to put a different penguin on his mask, decorating his with The Penguin, the villainous character played by Danny Devito in the movie Batman Returns.
It was a great design, but Wregget didn’t wear the mask very often. Nonetheless, its unique design has been rewarded with a spot near the entrance to the Hockey Hall of Fame.
August 10, 2009
Now this really upsets me – the reason being some drunk cracked up fool managed to design these monstrosities!! Then it went through what i can only assume is a small army of consultants, engineers, designers and executives before it finally got made somewhere in small town pensylvania – BUT – thats besides the point – i mean did not one of these minions ever put up their hands and YOU KNOW DUDES – this thing really is fking ugly. I mean these people should really be tride for crimes against humanity. They have quite literally made the world a worse place to live by bringing their creations to life!
No wonder the auto motive world is busy dying – BECAUSE THEY HAVE MORONS WORKING FOR THEM!!!
10 Ugliest Cars Ever Built
No, your screen didn’t shrink, there’s no photoshop and it wasn’t just a concept car. This Aston Martin Lagonda wagon, manufactured between 1976 and 1989, was hoped to appeal customers who would otherwise spend their money on products from Rolls Royce and Bentley. Guess what happened?
“It is a pregnant roller skate” they said. It’s actually a 1975 AMC Pacer.
Reliant Regal. Oh yes, a horrid little British three-wheeler with no guts and no handling.
April 6, 2009
No.10 - The Master Cleanse
Perhaps the longest-lived fad on our list is the Master Cleanse, the detoxification program that consists simply of drinking a concoction of lemon or lime juice, maple syrup, water, and Cayenne pepper — no eating or drinking anything else — for a minimum of 10 to a maximum of 45 days. Since 1941, Stanley Burroughs, master of the Master Cleanse, has been promoting his program as a means to rid the body of toxins. Not surprisingly, the lack of macro-nutrients and vitamins can lead to headaches, fatigue and constipation, not to mention that any weight lost is usually replaced once old food habits resume (like that wacky “eating” thing people seem so attached to). But, with a hefty amount of celeb support, the Master Cleanse will probably be around for many years to come.
No.7 - Ear Candling
When you place a long, hollow cone coated in beeswax or paraffin into your ear and let it burn, a subtle vacuum effect is created in the ear canal. This vacuuming effect reportedly draws ear wax out of the ear and thus cures a wide range of medical problems, such as ear aches, sinus infections, headaches and even vertigo — at least that’s what proponents of ear candling claim. Of course, there is absolutely no medical support for these claims, and instead, serious reports of burns and even punctured ear drums have surfaced. Topping things off, experts even cite that ear candling offers no help for the simple management of ear wax. Next!
No.5 - Colonics
Remember the whole Michael Phelps and Kellogg’s debacle? While it was undoubtedly a contentious issue, it was almost ironic when you consider that Kellogg’s, a company attempting to uphold moral virtue, was founded by John Kellogg, a man who insisted on the importance of performing regular yogurt enemas and who discouraged female masturbation by use of carbolic acid mutilation. While colonic cleansing does have its place in medicine — before radiological endoscopy for example — regular colonic cleansing is dangerous and should be discouraged.
March 4, 2009
TOP TEN MODERN FETISH MODELS!
No.10 - Kataxenna
When trying to describe Kataxenna, the word “vamp” comes repeatedly to mind. With her full, pouting lips and her sultry gaze, Katexenna oozes sexuality. Whether she’s wearing lingerie or latex, her body can barely be contained. Kataxenna’s website features a kind of manifesto on sexual ideals, proclaiming that it’s the “feminine,” the “voluptuous” and the “sensual” women that we really find sexy, not the fashion-model types with their waif-like figures. Looking at Katexenna, it’s hard to argue with her.
No.7 - Susan Wayland
Susan Wayland is a German-born fetish model who specializes in latex. Her website features images of the busty blonde in latex chaps, latex nurse’s outfits and latex army fatigues. A Susan Wayland photograph reminds us that the fetish models’ love of latex is one of the reasons men are attracted to them.
First of all, latex is incredibly form-fitting, accentuating every curve of the female body. Second, there’s something fantastical about it — latex always looks somehow unrealistic in a playful sort of way. Whatever it is that we love about latex, Susan Wayland wears it as well as any modern fetish model in the business.
No.4 - Christine Dolce
Also known as ForBiddeN, the notoriety of this MySpace sex symbol has increased right alongside the popularity of the well-known social networking site. Christine Dolce has been featured on the covers of FHM Europe and Guitar Buyer’s Guide. She’s also appeared in Vanity Fair, on MTV and on The Tyra Banks Show. Last, but certainly not least, she posed for Playboy in 2006.
Given that she’s a little bit Christina Aguilera and a little bit Sarah Michelle Gellar, it’s easy to understand Christine Dolce’s appeal. She’s the blond-haired sexpot, the type that plays a feature role in just about every guy’s fantasies. With a rocket-hot body and a penchant for role-play, Christine Dolce tops our list of the top 10 fetish models.
March 4, 2009
10 LONGEST CONTRUCTION PROJECTS
No.10 - The Coliseum
The Coliseum was probably built, as many great Roman buildings were, in celebration of a military triumph. It is estimated that the Coliseum held between 50,000 and 80,000 spectators, putting it on par with many modern sports stadiums, but it was an engineering marvel. Over 157-feet tall and 620-feet long, the Coliseum was an enormous undertaking, even for the Romans and their advanced engineering abilities. They introduced arches and vaults to give the building extra strength, and below the arena was a complex system of tunnels, elevators and even hydraulic mechanisms. The Roman Empire embarked upon this longest construction project to create a physical symbol of the glory of Rome.
Started: Circa A.D. 70
Completed: Circa A.D. 80
Duration: 10 years
No.6 - York Minster Cathedral
There are many medieval cathedrals that compete for a place on our list, but York Minster is a worthy addition to the top 10 longest construction projects. Started by the Archbishop Walter de Gray in 1220, construction of this massive project was not completed until 1472. It contains the largest example of medieval stained glass in the world, and is some 520-feet long. Its three towers are each almost 200-feet tall. York Minster was built using purely medieval techniques and equipment, and still took over two centuries of continuous construction to complete. It is a wonderful example of the grand designs and technical skill of medieval craftsmen.
Started: A.D.1220
Completed: A.D. 1472
Duration: 252 years
February 17, 2009
TOP 10 Luxury Islands!
No.10 - Cousine Island
Seychelles
Part luxury resort, part nature reserve, Cousine Island is one of the most visually stunning remote islands in the world, and it’s just 62 acres in size. One of the 115 islands that make up the Seychelles, this tropical isle is like something out of Robinson Crusoe and can only be reached by helicopter. The five-star Cousine Island Resort and Spa is the perfect place to stay on the island for travelers looking for high-end creature comforts, while the stillness and natural beauty that surrounds it affords all-important peace and quiet so desperately sought by city slickers. Brimming with lush vegetation and all kinds of birds and turtles, Cousine Island is like the Garden of Eden of the modern-day world.
No.7 - Cocoa Island
Maldives
The perfectly named Cocoa Island has it all: silky white sand underfoot, a lagoon that couldn’t be bluer if it tried, and a specifically built five-star resort that, for once, matches the pictures in the travel brochure. Set over water, 33 villas are available for guests to check into, while facilities include beautifully manicured gardens, shimmering swimming pools, an on-site spa, yoga pavilion, water-sport center, and an elegant restaurant offering lip-smackingly good Thai food. The actual island itself is about as eco-friendly as it gets, with a strict green policy that ensures its pristine natural environment remains pristine. Think Castaway, but with romantic teak decking.
No.5 - Bermuda
North Atlantic Ocean
While sailors may get mysteriously gobbled up trying to get to the island, Bermuda does offer Old World luxury for those who make it ashore. The second-oldest British settlement in the New World, Bermuda’s aesthetic is a mix of colonial-style architecture and paradisiacal settings — a heady mix that has attracted the filthy-rich for years. The Fairmont Southampton is the best place to stay; from there you’ll be able to enjoy Bermuda’s iconic pink-sand beaches, smudged amber sunsets and lush green gardens. Whittle your day away beneath a crisp white umbrella at the hotel’s private beach club, enjoy a game of tennis (very popular on the island), or indulge in the finest cuisine at The Newport Room, the only AAA five-diamond restaurant in the entire Caribbean/Atlantic. Breathtaking stuff, we’re sure you’ll agree.
January 14, 2009
January 7, 2009
10. You’re too pretty to do porn. (So, you’re saying you would prefer to watch ugly people f*ck?)
9. Your vagina must be really worn out. (Mine isn’t nearly as bad as your mother’s after pushing such a giant idiot like you out of it.)
8. I would never watch porn. I think it is degrading to women. (Then how did you know my name? And my measurements? And my astrological sign? And my birthdate?)
7. How do I get my girlfriend/wife to do ________? (Ask her, not me. By the way, talking to me in the first place is not helping your cause.)
6. Wow! You’re so much prettier/younger/thinner in your photos. (Obviously your mother didn’t teach you anything and it is called Photoshop.)
5. I pleasured myself to you 10 times this week! (OK, I didn’t need to know precisely how pathetic you are. And stop trying to shake my hand. I now unfortunately know exactly where it has been.)
4. I could do porn. (No, you couldn’t. If you could, you already would be … and no, I will NOT audition you!)
3. Are those yours? (Well, I paid for them.)
2. Do you think you are going to hell? (Discussing religion with a porn star will get you as far as discussing porn with your grandmother … just don’t try it.)
1. I wanna take you out on a “real” date. ( I did not realize all my other ones were imaginary.)
December 30, 2008
11. Irish Car Bomb
Why is it manly?: What’s manlier than going mano-a-beero with a pint of the world’s thickest stout mixed with a shot of whiskey? Knowing that if you don’t chug it fast enough, you’ll be downing chunks of curdled Bailey’s cream.
Recipe:
3/4 pint Guinness stout
1/2 shot Bailey’s Irish cream
1/2 shot Jameson Irish whiskey
10. Kentucky Tea
Why is it manly:? You can get shot in the face by an Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms federal agent just for making this cocktail.
Recipe:
1 mason jar halfway full of moonshine
Fill the jar with branch water
9. Rusty Nail
Why is it manly?: I can’t put my finger on exactly why, but there’s something oddly macho about asking your girlfriend if she would like to sip on your Rusty Nail. Recipe:
¾ oz. scotch
¼ oz. Drambuie
8. Snake Bite
Why is it manly?: Anytime a drink is compared to a snake sinking its fangs into you and depositing venom in your bloodstream, chances are, it’s probably pretty stiff. Basically it’s straight up Yukon Jack, which has been known to make balls hairy. The only reason there’s a dash of lime juice is so you won’t get scurvy.
Recipe:
2 oz Yukon Jack liqueur
1 dash Lime juice
7. Jagerade
Why is it manly?: To be honest, I don’t know if this is manly or just gross. Either way, a man can never get enough electrolytes.
Recipe: 8 oz chilled Gatorade energy drink
4 oz Jagermeister herbal liqueur
November 25, 2008
No.8 - Cadillac Eldorado
1953-2002
In the late 1960s, having a new Cadillac was a symbol of success, but not coolness. That changed when the division made Eldorado, a very distinct model instead of a premium trim level on the parade floats. This manly personal coupe wasn’t meek, but its sizable proportions were neat and purposeful, managing to look more sophisticated than other models and more appealing to younger male buyers. Sadly, it was short-lived. The Detroit Way of the era led to a bloated redesign of the Eldo for 1971, introducing the pimpmobile look and causing a drought of manly cars for the automaker that has only recently been addressed.
No.6 - Lamborghini Countach
1974-1990
Few manly cars have a silhouette you’d recognize immediately. Of those few, there’s arguably none more unique than the Countach. If a poster of this manly car wasn’t on your bedroom wall when you were younger, something had to be amiss. If this manly car didn’t stir the testosterone pot, you were probably devoid of a pulse. To this day, the Countach is an uncompromising, temperamental brute with a “screw you” attitude. You’d better do everything just right when you’re stuffed behind the wheel or things could get very ugly very quickly. Somewhere along the way, you realize the bull in the emblem is apt, and you’re just the matador with a fine line of uncertain control.
November 23, 2008
No.7 - Badrutt’s Palace Hotel
St. Moritz, Switzerland
What is it with the Swiss and skiing that just go so well together? Located on the shores of an ice-cold lake in the Engadine Valley — on which the famous White Turf St. Moritz horse race takes place on the ice each year — St. Moritz is as exclusive as ski resorts get; with designer shops, Michelin-star eateries and hotels you need to book months in advance. Take the prestigious Badrutt’s Palace Hotel, for instance. You can’t just turn up on the day and expect a vacancy. This is the type of hotel that takes only the most discerning ski bunnies, where glitz and glamor are the order of the day. In fact, if you half-closed your eyes, you may just think you’re in Hollywood. With facilities including restaurants, a private ski school, cinema, disco, Daniela Steiner Spa, and a driving range, to name but a few, you’ll never need to step foot outside the door — unless, of course, you actually came there to ski. The guest rooms are surprisingly modest, but luxurious nevertheless. After all, the chandeliers alone account for the price of a night’s stay.
No.4 - Hotel & Spa Rosa Alpina
Cortina, Italy
They do everything else so well — food, supercars and style — so it’s hardly surprising that Cortina d’Ampezzo, in northern Italy, is one of the top places to go for skiing. Encircled by the rough ‘n’ ready Dolomite Mountains, the style-savvy, Chanel ski-toting set make their annual pilgrimage up from Italy’s finest sun-drenched cities to spend the winter at Cortina skiing across 87 of its groomed runs. The most popular of its resorts has to be the Hotel & Spa Rosa Alpina, a suitably chic Relais & Chateaux property. The perfect place to mingle with the glitterati after dark, each of the hotel’s mountain-lodge-style rooms are different and feature beeswaxed wood furniture, marble and antique wood floors and creamy, dreamy linens. Snuggled up in your fine-thread count sheets, you can gaze out of the iced windows as you sip your hot chocolate. When hunger strikes, you can go down to the St. Hubertus restaurant, where your lip-smackingly good Italian dinner will be served in a wood-paneled room beside a crackling fire. And if that wasn’t enough to win you over, then the on-site Daniela Steiner Spa offers a number of revitalizing treatments to calm and soothe.
November 23, 2008
No.10 - Starlight headlining
Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe
When one parts with at least $400,000 to acquire Rolls-Royce’s new Phantom Coupe, one would expect the very finest appointments throughout. How mood lighting fits into this and can be considered a useful car gadget, it’s tough to quantify; it’s just ironically cool and marginally useful. Fiber-optic LEDs — 1,600 of them — are hand-fixed to the headliner and can be adjusted for brightness as needs and/or vanity dictate.
No.6 - Manettino
Ferrari 430 Scuderia
The capability of the garden-variety Ferrari F430 has been upped with the 430 Scuderia and the inclusion of Manettino. It’s a multifunction system on the steering wheel that optimizes vehicle settings and performance — not so far removed from those on the factory’s F1 cars. Set the controls to Sport mode and you’ll enjoy honed responses that’ll inspire confidence. Set it to Race mode and you’d better hope there’s skill to back that confidence up, because you’ll be unleashing everything the Scuderia has — the kind of stuff that lets it lap Fiorano as quickly as an Enzo.
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