Mongoose Men’s Mountain Bike Reviews

May 1st, 2009

Comparison of Mongoose Mountain Bike with Rating

Here a list of the most reviewed Mongoose Mtb (dual suspension, 21 speed, black-comb, full suspension, etc…) to help You get multiple source of info to buy the best that fits Your needs.

Mongoose Tyax Comp Men’s Mountain Bike (26-Inch Wheels)

Rating 4 of 5


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What is a Good Bike for a Woman ?

March 23rd, 2009

Little red riding hood in the Piazza Duomo
credit: .craig

Not every bike fits for women’s anatomy, because the most kind of bikes are designed by men using the male anatomy as the yardstick to create a frame’s geometry for women.

The physical differences between men and women correspond to different bike sizes and features.

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Unique holiday gift ideas for the adventure traveller and outdoor lover

November 30th, 2008

This is not the usual Christmas gift list about “Top 10 of…” or “The best presents for…”

It’s a list of presents ideas and suggestions for a traveller who likes the outdoor adventure activities….don’t forget the solar battery charger too

The best gift for a people who likes travels is sure a trip.

You can learn how to organize a trip for him here.

Here the big list of gift suggestions

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What should I know to Prepare my Cycling Vacations?

June 29th, 2008

Cycle tour of French Alps: Another col notched up
credit: velodenz

Most cyclist before start their travel should learn:

  • What bicycle use
  • How to choose the right clothing
  • The tips for good riding

More and more people have discovered the bicycle as a mean of transport ideal for their vacations. Who has tried it (with no doubts) thinks that a vacation with a bicycle is like returning children and play for an entire day in the open-air.

How do it?
Here are the essentials good to know.

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Safari in the Etosha National Park in Namibia

June 19th, 2008

060827-08 Etosha - Pan
credit: Andries3

The Etosha National Park is one of the main tourist destinations in Namibia. The streets of the park are all dirt but in good condition, and you can drive with a vehicle precisely.

The Etosha,  established in 1958, is one of the largest nature reserves in the world with its 22270 sq km. The park itself covers the Etosha Pan (6200 sq. km.) A lake that was formed by the Cunene river.
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Walking Tour of Milan City

June 11th, 2008

Milano By Night02
The Dome - credit: artonline - Marco Musso

Milan is a city in Lobardy, Northern Italy. This metropolis is famous for its fashion houses and shops (such as along via Montenapoleone) and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele in the Piazza Duomo.
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Crusing the Mekong River in Cambodia

June 5th, 2008

TH 01 Thai Bar
credit: Pluca

The Mekong is one of the world’s major rivers. It is the 12th-longest river in the world, and 7th longest in Asia. Its estimated length is 4,350 km (2,703 mi), and it drains an area of 795,000 km².

From the Tibetan Plateau it runs through China’s Yunnan province, Burma, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam. All except China and Burma belong to the Mekong River Commission.

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The Adventurer’s Guide to Tour Italy

May 28th, 2008

Italy guide to travel

General Description

Napoli -  Penisola Sorrentina
[Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples - credit: Emilio Giordano]

Italy is in Mediterranean Europe, bordering France, Switzerland, Austria, and Slovenia. The country, which is a peninsula, is surrounded by the Ligurian Sea, the Sardinian Sea, and the Tyrrhenian Sea in the west, the Sicilian and Ionian Sea in the South, and Adriatic Sea in the East.

Italian is the major language spoken by most of the population, but as you travel throughout the country, you will find there are several distinct dialects corresponding to the region you are in. Italy has a diverse landscape, but can be mainly described as mountainous including the Alps and the Apennines mountain ranges that run through it. Italy has two major islands as part of its country: Sardinia, which is an island off the west coast of Italy, and Sicily, which is at the southern tip of the boot.

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Travel Guide to Tour Nepal

May 22nd, 2008

General Description:

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Creative Commons Licensecredit: Argenberg

Nepal is a landlocked nation in South Asia. It is bordered by the Tibet (Autonomous Region of the People’s Republic of China) to the northeast and India to the south and west. Bhutan separates it by the Indian state of Sikkim and from Bangladesh by a small strip of the Indian state of West Bengal (known as the “Chicken’s Neck”). The Himalaya mountain range runs across Nepal’s north and western parts, and eight of the world’s ten highest mountains, including the highest, Mount Everest. Founded and unified by Pranav Sharma in 17th Century.
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Mount Etna in eruption from the south-east crater

May 10th, 2008

mount etna eruption august 2007
Thanks to Etnaboris

Experts noted violent strombolian activities but no danger to homes.

Catania (Italy), May 10 - Mount Etna is erupting again, a new eruption from the south-east crater anticipated by a strong strombolian activity with emission of ash and lava.

The effusive activity of the lava flows arrives to the base of the crater. The volcano launches incandescent lava fountains high hundreds of meters.

The eruption is constantly under the control of the “Civil Protection” and the Institute of geophysics and volcanology of Catania.

They do not report threats to the towns.

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