Haven't done much riding at all. I'm 21, 5'11, 160. Looking at maybe a Kawasaki ninja, good bikes?Good sports bikes for a beginner?
1. Make sure its used. Would you start out with a new Porsche or corvette when you first got your d. license?
2. Go to www.about.com. Look for motorcycle forums. There is an entire beginners kit that has the list of best beginners bikes with ratings and opinions
3. Yamaha Seca
or Kawasaki NinjaGood sports bikes for a beginner?
If you don't have much riding experience, I would say keep it at 50 hp or less, which on a sport bike generally means 500 cc's or less (I'm assuming you are in the US; other countries may have laws saying that you absolutely must not go over a certain engine size for your first bike, and have different model lineups). The Ninja 250 and 500 are both great first sport bikes, and there's also the Suzuki GS500F and the Buell Blast.
Any one of these four can be a good first motorcycle, so I recommend checking out all four of them, and see which one you feel most comfortable on.
I also recommend getting some professional riding lessons, if you haven't already. The Motorcycle Safety Foundation is the largest provider of these in the US, but they aren't the only one. The office that issues your drivers' license will have a list of approved motorcycle schools in your area, and often passing the class will get you a full license.
Kawasakis are not that good. Buy a suzuki gsx-r 600 or a CBR
I ride a Kawi ZX-6R Ninja and really like it. I am your height and 180pounds. It does everything I want it to...but I don't stunt at all.
But it has plenty of pull when I need it...passing, etc.
Mine has been trouble free. I can't say the same for all of them of course.
check the configurations on several bikes. they all are setup different so a taller person may fit certain bikes. i got a cbr.
Ninja? great!! any sport bike is going to be a handfull though if you haven't previously ridden.
Maybe you should think about a CBR
CBR 125 baby
If you really wanna start off with a superbike, you can consider getting a Yamaha R6 2007..its the best road bike ever built..good response and handling even when its compared to R1!!...try it..
They are all good, but there is no one fit for all. They are all different and fit differing size bodies. What is a comfortable ride for one person, may not be for you.
I never rode a bike, that I didn't like something about it more than another one. I've owned and rode quite a few makes and models.
MAC
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Best fish tank for a beginner?
Hello! My husband and I are thinking of getting fish. We'd like a fish tank that is inexpensive and easy to clean- low mess and a great filter. Could anybody recommend a simple fish tank? Thanks so much!Best fish tank for a beginner?
My first tank was a ten gallon. The whole kit ran about $35, which included the tank, hood w/ light, filter, a trial thing of water treatment and a little bit of food. I got it at walmart, and so far it's holding up great.
One note about guppies: They reproduce like rabbits. So if you get them, make sure you get males as the females could already be pregnant when you bring them home.Best fish tank for a beginner?
Go for the biggest tank you can afford/fit. Larger amounts of water are easier to manage. 200l is a decent starting size but certainly a minimum of 100l.
Read up on 'Fishless Cycling'
There are many good makes of aquarium out there basically they tend to do the same thing - hold water. Best advice is to get hold of a good quality 2nd hand one and save a LOT of money. then spend that money on a good external filter that is at least 20% bigger than it says you need - the filter is the key to clean water and healthy fish.
A bigger tank gives you far more choice in fish which means after your cycle you can get interesting yet easy to maintain fish that will not rapidly breed and overstock the tank or be hard to get rid of.
Juwel, Fluval, Rena all make decent tanks but as I said 2nd hand is just as good and much cheaper.
Shell Dweller Cichlids! I've set up all kinds of aquariums and probably my favorite (if I had to chose one) and some of they easiest to take care of were: Neolamprologus occelatus ';gold';, Neolamprologus multifasciatus, and Neolamprologus brevis. I was able to breed all three kinds without even trying, and raised the fry to adults, they are very entertaining, very smart, they have personalities, and they defend their babies and shells to the death. They stay pretty small, full grown just under 2 inches. You won't have to worry about them outgrowing the tank.
get a 29 gallon tank and do a ';fishless cycle'; and then buy angel fish, and mollies and maybe even gurami fish will do just fine.
My first tank was a ten gallon. The whole kit ran about $35, which included the tank, hood w/ light, filter, a trial thing of water treatment and a little bit of food. I got it at walmart, and so far it's holding up great.
One note about guppies: They reproduce like rabbits. So if you get them, make sure you get males as the females could already be pregnant when you bring them home.Best fish tank for a beginner?
Go for the biggest tank you can afford/fit. Larger amounts of water are easier to manage. 200l is a decent starting size but certainly a minimum of 100l.
Read up on 'Fishless Cycling'
There are many good makes of aquarium out there basically they tend to do the same thing - hold water. Best advice is to get hold of a good quality 2nd hand one and save a LOT of money. then spend that money on a good external filter that is at least 20% bigger than it says you need - the filter is the key to clean water and healthy fish.
A bigger tank gives you far more choice in fish which means after your cycle you can get interesting yet easy to maintain fish that will not rapidly breed and overstock the tank or be hard to get rid of.
Juwel, Fluval, Rena all make decent tanks but as I said 2nd hand is just as good and much cheaper.
Shell Dweller Cichlids! I've set up all kinds of aquariums and probably my favorite (if I had to chose one) and some of they easiest to take care of were: Neolamprologus occelatus ';gold';, Neolamprologus multifasciatus, and Neolamprologus brevis. I was able to breed all three kinds without even trying, and raised the fry to adults, they are very entertaining, very smart, they have personalities, and they defend their babies and shells to the death. They stay pretty small, full grown just under 2 inches. You won't have to worry about them outgrowing the tank.
get a 29 gallon tank and do a ';fishless cycle'; and then buy angel fish, and mollies and maybe even gurami fish will do just fine.
Vietnamese blue beauty for a beginner?
I heard that these are really cool snakes and they grow big and i wanted one because i wanted a large snake. They are very cool snakes aswell. Im a beginner with ojlynlizard experience are they good beginner snakes? If not what is the largest beginner snake i could get. ThanksVietnamese blue beauty for a beginner?
For a large beginner snake I would suggest a Colombian red tail Boa. They are very docile snakes and get a good size. Females usually rage 7-10 feet and males usually rage around 6-8 feet. I have a male and he is the sweetest thing. Colombians are sometimes nippy as babies but grow out of it quickly with regular handling and become extremely tame. If you want one that will get big, get a female. They are normally excellent eaters and are easy to care for.Vietnamese blue beauty for a beginner?
I would not recommend a Vietnamese blue beauty for a beginner (with snakes). They are fast and can be aggressive. If you want something bigger than a corn, try a ball python or a boa. Both these get to be a good size and carry some weight but are less likely to try to make your face a target. Remember, though, the bigger they get, the larger enclosure they will need, and larger food, so make sure you are prepared for that.
ive never heard of them but usually bigger snakes r harder 4 beginners i would start off with either a boa or a corn snake cuz they grow up to be really big!!! i personally LOVE corn snakes ther really nice and easy to take care of!! hope i helped :]
For a large beginner snake I would suggest a Colombian red tail Boa. They are very docile snakes and get a good size. Females usually rage 7-10 feet and males usually rage around 6-8 feet. I have a male and he is the sweetest thing. Colombians are sometimes nippy as babies but grow out of it quickly with regular handling and become extremely tame. If you want one that will get big, get a female. They are normally excellent eaters and are easy to care for.Vietnamese blue beauty for a beginner?
I would not recommend a Vietnamese blue beauty for a beginner (with snakes). They are fast and can be aggressive. If you want something bigger than a corn, try a ball python or a boa. Both these get to be a good size and carry some weight but are less likely to try to make your face a target. Remember, though, the bigger they get, the larger enclosure they will need, and larger food, so make sure you are prepared for that.
ive never heard of them but usually bigger snakes r harder 4 beginners i would start off with either a boa or a corn snake cuz they grow up to be really big!!! i personally LOVE corn snakes ther really nice and easy to take care of!! hope i helped :]
Good left hand guitar for beginner?
I plan on learning guitar, but picking one out seems a difficult task. I'm looking for a good starter electric guitar that's left handed, my price range is $500-$600 for both guitar and amp. I'm wondering if any of you have some good suggestions?Good left hand guitar for beginner?
go the the guitar shop and start playing every guitar on the wall after you've done that you'll know which one you like, then you can go from thereGood left hand guitar for beginner?
hey conn......... first of all you have a great budget for a starter kit..... most of the big brands have entry level guitars for that price... fender..gibson.. these will usually be made in mexico or the far east... it all depends on the model you want..... strat... les paul...tele...my advice is to go to your local dealer tell him your a complete beginner even if your not.... we've all said that......get him to show you whats in your price range and try out every thing you want... get him to play for you so you can hear and feel the difference in the various models....if he's a decent guy it wont be a problem... and he'll be happy to help.... if your lucky there will be a private booth you can try without embaressment... you'll pay about 15% more for a lefty.... they like to penalise us for being goddam good at everything we do..... any hoo my first electric was a strat copy.... at the mo' my fave is the les paul and my hohner travel guitar...... but i want a tele next..... it doesn't matter what comes first..... you'll buy another...... all the best in your new venture i'm at it over 20 years...... oh yeh nearly forget i'm a guitar maker for ten years.................
go the the guitar shop and start playing every guitar on the wall after you've done that you'll know which one you like, then you can go from thereGood left hand guitar for beginner?
hey conn......... first of all you have a great budget for a starter kit..... most of the big brands have entry level guitars for that price... fender..gibson.. these will usually be made in mexico or the far east... it all depends on the model you want..... strat... les paul...tele...my advice is to go to your local dealer tell him your a complete beginner even if your not.... we've all said that......get him to show you whats in your price range and try out every thing you want... get him to play for you so you can hear and feel the difference in the various models....if he's a decent guy it wont be a problem... and he'll be happy to help.... if your lucky there will be a private booth you can try without embaressment... you'll pay about 15% more for a lefty.... they like to penalise us for being goddam good at everything we do..... any hoo my first electric was a strat copy.... at the mo' my fave is the les paul and my hohner travel guitar...... but i want a tele next..... it doesn't matter what comes first..... you'll buy another...... all the best in your new venture i'm at it over 20 years...... oh yeh nearly forget i'm a guitar maker for ten years.................
Need Guitar Lesson Book for Beginner?
I am starting to play the guitar and need a guitar lesson book for beginners. What would you suggest?Need Guitar Lesson Book for Beginner?
Here is a guitar course you might want to try. http://014728.jamorama.hop.clickbank.net/?tid=104
These are video lessons you can download, which will probably be easier to learn from rather than learning from a book. The lessons are suitable for a beginner to advanced. I hope this helps!cream olive oil lubricants oil highlight videos
Here is a guitar course you might want to try. http://014728.jamorama.hop.clickbank.net/?tid=104
These are video lessons you can download, which will probably be easier to learn from rather than learning from a book. The lessons are suitable for a beginner to advanced. I hope this helps!
How much vodka does a beginner have to drink to get a buzz?
1 oz.How much vodka does a beginner have to drink to get a buzz?
1 shotHow much vodka does a beginner have to drink to get a buzz?
Two shots.
I shot per hour for every 50 lbs of weight
It just depends on a variety of factors such as your body composition, body size, weight, tolerance level, whether you are drinking on an empty stomach or not, etc.
there's one way to find out
Probably around 3 - 4 ozs....
Depends on body weight and stomach contents...
only takes me 1-2 shots and i feel it.
depends on your body chemisty, body size, and if you've eaten anything before drinking or not
2 DRINKS OR 2 SHOTS.
IN THE DRINK USE 1OZ - 1 1/2 OZ...NO MORE. THEN YOU SHOULD HAVE A GOOD BUZZ GOING. ALSO, DEPENDS ON WEIGHT.
depends on a few factors..
might work for u in just 2 double shots
Drinking doesn't give you a buzz it is a depressant - (opposite of a buzz). I hope your legal age for drinking where ever you are. you can feel the effects of alcohol from the very first sip. You don't ever have to drink as much as your mates or even drink til you can't remember.
This is an awfully scary question... Please be carefull.
1 shotHow much vodka does a beginner have to drink to get a buzz?
Two shots.
I shot per hour for every 50 lbs of weight
It just depends on a variety of factors such as your body composition, body size, weight, tolerance level, whether you are drinking on an empty stomach or not, etc.
there's one way to find out
Probably around 3 - 4 ozs....
Depends on body weight and stomach contents...
only takes me 1-2 shots and i feel it.
depends on your body chemisty, body size, and if you've eaten anything before drinking or not
2 DRINKS OR 2 SHOTS.
IN THE DRINK USE 1OZ - 1 1/2 OZ...NO MORE. THEN YOU SHOULD HAVE A GOOD BUZZ GOING. ALSO, DEPENDS ON WEIGHT.
depends on a few factors..
might work for u in just 2 double shots
Drinking doesn't give you a buzz it is a depressant - (opposite of a buzz). I hope your legal age for drinking where ever you are. you can feel the effects of alcohol from the very first sip. You don't ever have to drink as much as your mates or even drink til you can't remember.
This is an awfully scary question... Please be carefull.
Can you recommend a good beginner telescope by brand or type for less than $200?
Whatever you do, don't buy one of those cheap refractor telescopes that you often see at Walmart or department stores (the kind you look through from one end to the other). You'll regret it and never use it. A good refractor costs well over $200, even for a small one.
The best telescope you can buy for the money is a reflector, which has a mirror at the bottom and you look through an eyepiece near the top. It's great for deep space viewing, but acceptable for closer objects too, and gives you excellent quality for the price.
Celestron is a good budget brand for telescopes while still having decent quality. Meade is also a good consideration, though sometimes more expensive.
I like to buy from Adorama, a reputable online store in New York. Here are a couple of links you might consider.
Meade:
http://www.adorama.com/MD114EQASTR.html
http://www.adorama.com/MD114EQA.html
Celestron:
(This one is an ';entry level'; model, also a smaller one for $120.)
http://www.adorama.com/CNF114EQ.html
(You can pay a bit more and go up in optics quality which makes it easier to see sharp detail)
http://www.adorama.com/CNF76EQ.html
A couple of tips:
- It's better to buy a quality small telescope instead of a cheap large one.
- Don't worry about magnification. Magnification is just the eyepiece that you can switch out, not the actual telescope. What you want is lens/mirror size which is the amount of light the telescope can collect.Can you recommend a good beginner telescope by brand or type for less than $200?
no, any decent telescope, for beginner especially, (because they need to learn their way around not only the cosmos, but a telescope), is going to cost several hundred dollars more than $200.Can you recommend a good beginner telescope by brand or type for less than $200?
Best place to look.
http://www.telescope.com/jump.jsp?itemID鈥?/a>
I don't consider any telescope that is less than $200 brand new to be good, but I'll try to help you choose the least bad bad one.
I suppose..if you must buy it new, I'd go for the Celestron FirstScope 114 EQ Short Tube reflector.
or
The Orion StarBlast 4.5'; EQ reflector.
or maybe
The Konus Electronic 500
I have confidence in the optics of the Celestron and Orion. Konus is a Russian brand that isn't very common here but it is known in astronomy circles and I don't hear bad things about it.
The appealing thing about the Konus is it comes with a motor drive and at the very least you should be able to get some fairly decent ';short'; long term exposure photos provided you don't use too high of a magnification.
The deal with all of these telescopes is they make them cheap by cutting corners on the mounts and a sturdy mount is integral to observing, especially if you are using high magnification...which you typically only use to see a lot of planetary detail, and is always a challange even in good telescopes.. The upside is, all of these telescopes are 4.5'; in aperture and you can't use super high magnification with them anyway. It's not that you can't try, you just won't get a good image.
I agree with what others have said about getting a reflector type telescope with a good mount. My first telescope was one of those high power refractors without a precise adjustment mount and about all it was good for was looking at the moon.
The best telescope you can buy for the money is a reflector, which has a mirror at the bottom and you look through an eyepiece near the top. It's great for deep space viewing, but acceptable for closer objects too, and gives you excellent quality for the price.
Celestron is a good budget brand for telescopes while still having decent quality. Meade is also a good consideration, though sometimes more expensive.
I like to buy from Adorama, a reputable online store in New York. Here are a couple of links you might consider.
Meade:
http://www.adorama.com/MD114EQASTR.html
http://www.adorama.com/MD114EQA.html
Celestron:
(This one is an ';entry level'; model, also a smaller one for $120.)
http://www.adorama.com/CNF114EQ.html
(You can pay a bit more and go up in optics quality which makes it easier to see sharp detail)
http://www.adorama.com/CNF76EQ.html
A couple of tips:
- It's better to buy a quality small telescope instead of a cheap large one.
- Don't worry about magnification. Magnification is just the eyepiece that you can switch out, not the actual telescope. What you want is lens/mirror size which is the amount of light the telescope can collect.Can you recommend a good beginner telescope by brand or type for less than $200?
no, any decent telescope, for beginner especially, (because they need to learn their way around not only the cosmos, but a telescope), is going to cost several hundred dollars more than $200.Can you recommend a good beginner telescope by brand or type for less than $200?
Best place to look.
http://www.telescope.com/jump.jsp?itemID鈥?/a>
I don't consider any telescope that is less than $200 brand new to be good, but I'll try to help you choose the least bad bad one.
I suppose..if you must buy it new, I'd go for the Celestron FirstScope 114 EQ Short Tube reflector.
or
The Orion StarBlast 4.5'; EQ reflector.
or maybe
The Konus Electronic 500
I have confidence in the optics of the Celestron and Orion. Konus is a Russian brand that isn't very common here but it is known in astronomy circles and I don't hear bad things about it.
The appealing thing about the Konus is it comes with a motor drive and at the very least you should be able to get some fairly decent ';short'; long term exposure photos provided you don't use too high of a magnification.
The deal with all of these telescopes is they make them cheap by cutting corners on the mounts and a sturdy mount is integral to observing, especially if you are using high magnification...which you typically only use to see a lot of planetary detail, and is always a challange even in good telescopes.. The upside is, all of these telescopes are 4.5'; in aperture and you can't use super high magnification with them anyway. It's not that you can't try, you just won't get a good image.
I agree with what others have said about getting a reflector type telescope with a good mount. My first telescope was one of those high power refractors without a precise adjustment mount and about all it was good for was looking at the moon.
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