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CamelBak UnBottle – 100 oz. Review

August 31st, 2010 No comments

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Review date: Aug.062010
Review by: Pansy Hiker from Olympia, WA
I am: Casual/ Recreational

UnBottle Hydration Bladder
Not long ago the highly versatile CamelBak Unbottle stormed the backcountry, winning Backpacker Magazine’s Editor’s Choice Award for its versatility and durability. CamelBak recently refined the dynamic insulated design with Slick Clips and a Ladder-lock handle that quickly and easily attac…

 

Its like a giant Capri Sun.

5 stars
5out of 5

Gift: No

Pros: Large Capacity, Stable, Good Water Flow, Easy To Refill, Comfortable

Best Uses: Commuting, Extended Hikes, Day Trips

What Is Your Gear Style: Minimalist

Reviewer Comments: I bought this for a three day backpacking trip where I didn’t want to have water bottles taking up space in my pack. This along with a water filter would be perfect for any trip over a day (though it might take a hot minute to fill the entire thing).
It tastes a little weird at first, but I either got used to it or it stopped tasting weird. I really appreciate the lock and I haven’t had any problems with it. The UnBottle also fits nicely into my pack’s reservoir sleeve and keeps the water relatively cool.
Ultimately, The lifetime warranty is what made me decide between Camelbak and Platypus; you never know what can happen on a trip, and having gear you can count on is a big plus.

Originally posted at REI (legalese)

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Revlon DoubleTwist Mascara, Blackest Black 001, .4 fl oz Review

August 30th, 2010 No comments

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Review date: Jun.292010
Review by: Eli from Marina Del Rey, CA
I am: Classic Style

Defiantly worst ever

1 stars
1out of 5

Cons: Smudges or Runs, Flakes, Difficult To Remove

Reviewer Comments: All that possibly can be bad in a mascara exist in this one. One star is too much.
It’s hard to apply, clumps, flakes hard to remove. Doesn’t volumize your lashes. Yuck.
I’ve tried using it for a couple of times thought maybe I still didn’t get how to apply it but finally I understood it’s not me it’s the mascara. Not going to touch this ever again.

Originally posted at drugstore.com (legalese)

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Back to Basics Coconut Mango Rich Moisture Shampoo for Thick, Coarse Hair, 33.8 fl oz Review

August 27th, 2010 No comments

Rave

Review date: Jul.252010
Review by: Jen from Kentucky
I am: Beauty Conscious

Back to Basics Coconut Mango Rich Moisture Shampoo for Thick, Coarse Hair, 33.8 fl oz
Coconut Mango Rich Moisture Shampoo for Thick, Coarse Hair

Love it!

5 stars
5out of 5

Hair Type: Wavy Hair

Pros: Great Smell, Gentle, Cleans Thoroughly, Adds Shine

Reviewer Comments: My friend who is a beautician used this shampoo on me and I was instantly hooked! Smells AMAZING! My boyfriend even loves the way it smells. It leaves my hair light and silky smooth, too. I have naturally curly/wavy hair that is prone to frizz or the triangle hair syndrome (poofs out on the bottom, but is flat on top) and this shampoo gave me great volume while still letting my hair curl smoothly– NO FRIZZ!! Looked great when I straightened it AND when I left it curly. I really cannot say enough good things about this stuff. The only problem I’ve encountered is that it’s hard to find. You can only get it at salon supply stores or online.

Originally posted at drugstore.com (legalese)

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Transformers 2 Revenge of the Fallen – Autobots for Nintendo DS Review

August 25th, 2010 No comments

Rant

Review date: Jun.052010
Review by: Madkatmaximus96(The guy from [@]) from Somewhere
I am: Hardcore Gamer

Transformers 2 Revenge of the Fallen – Autobots for Nintendo DS
Become the ultimate Autobot in the Nintendo DS Transformers: Revenge/Fallen-Autobots Game. Unleash your power to determine the fate of Earth as the ultimate war rages across the globe. Every second counts as you experience transformers like never before! Nintendo DS Transformers: Revenge/Fallen-Aut…

This is Revenge Of The Fallen?

2 stars
2out of 5

Pros: Secret play around area, Easy to learn, Great Sound, Kid Appropriate

Cons: Poor Graphics, Too Short

Best Uses: Hard-core gamers, Transformers collecters

Reviewer Comments: Normaly, I don’t submit bad reviews, but I must be honest. This game is not what I expected it to be. The graphics are sloppy, Devastator is hardly in it, and you barely get to be anyone else other than your created Autobot. And speaking of your “created” character, the only options is the vehicle mode. It’s also way to short, and it doesn’t stay with the movie storyline very well.

It can be fun at times, but some of the missions are BORING. However, I might as well give you a secret: On the airport level in Asia, when you load all the cargo, get to the action zone and destroy all but 1 enemy, then quickly get away from it and you can play around at the airport without a time limit, as long as you don’t defeat the third Decepticon. That’s one of the good things about the game.

Well, I wouldn’t recommend this unless your a hard-core gamer(like me!), or if you a Transformer Freak(again, like me).

Originally posted at Toys R Us (legalese)

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Bowflex PR1000 Home Gym – Fast FedEx Shipping Review

August 24th, 2010 No comments

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Review date: Jul.202010
Review by: Linda, middle-aged teacher from Alabama
I am: Casual/ Recreational

This product delivers

5 stars
5out of 5

Pros: Easy To Use, Comfortable, Quiet Operation, Easy To Setup, Strengthens, Sturdy

Best Uses: Strength Training, General Fitness

Reviewer Comments: My husband and I bought this online for a better price [...] after checking out a floor model at a local chain store. It wasn’t difficult to put together, although it IS a two person job. It took maybe an hour and a half to set it up. It comes with a manual of exercises which is fairly easy to follow, and we’ve been doing the beginner routine now for about three weeks. It’s a good workout. I’m usually sore afterward and now I can see a distinct difference in how toned my muscles are becoming, which is the result we bought it for. We aren’t trying to do body building, and this wouldn’t be the best machine for that, but for the price it delivers all that we were needing — a good workout for general strength building and to keep from losing muscle as we age. I found the resistance works very smoothly and is ever so much nicer to move than weights. It just FEELS better to me while I’m working out. I don’t dread the workouts like I probably would if it seemed more difficult. As others have noted, there’s more resistance toward the end of a movement, so it’s best to sit farther back on the seat to make sure you get a good amount of reistance during many of the exercises. The power rods are easy to change during the workout. The seat and all parts are sturdy and well-constructed. I am enjoying this piece of equipment and I’m so pleased that we went with this instead of the other weight-type home gyms we looked at. The bowflex workouts “feel” easy but the results are extremely satisfactory for somebody like me who wants to be fit and strong but not bulk up like a body-builder. It’s great to have it right here at home and not have to dress and go somewhere else. Also, if I ever want to sell this piece of equipment to upgrade to something more powerful (like the Bowflex 3000, maybe???) then the BOWFLEX name should help with resale.

Originally posted at Mercantila (legalese)

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