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Sleeping Bag Ratings – New Ideas

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The temperature rating of the sleeping bag is determined by the manufacturer but there is a better way.

It seems that sleeping bag ratings are inconsistent. All temperatures are still determined by the bag manufacturer. For example my 3lb Sierra Design bag is rated at 20 degrees.. It honestly doesnt keep me as warm as this 17-ounce Western Mountaineer sleeping bag that only has a 40 rating degrees. Isnt that a problem when you buy a bag? Maybe a 45 degree bag will keep you warmer than a 30 degree bag.

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In some test systems no matter how hot the bag is it will not heat up to that temperature. We cannot solve the problems of people with different metabolisms and bodies. A particular bag can hold up to 20 degrees for one person and only 40 degrees for another. It can tell if you usually sleep cold or hot but it doesnt help if you dont know if your bag is too high or too low.

You should know that if the bag is 30 degrees it will be hotter than 40 degrees. Adding or subtracting 10 or 20 degrees depending on personal preference will tell you which bag is warmer. How do you achieve this consistency?

Begin the experiment by placing the sleeping bag in the water bag of an average human weighing perhaps 160 pounds. There are three standard size sleeping bags large and small. Always start with a water temperature of 100 degrees Fahrenheit and measure how long it takes to drop to 90 degrees Fahrenheit. The outside temperature should always be the same whether it is 60 degrees or 40 degrees.

Numbers dont matter. The important thing here is that if you choose the level each bag will be tested in the same conditions (the test seat and the temperature of the material should be the same). This adds warmth to the quality of the sleeping bag.

Now if water in a bag at 40 degrees stays above 90 degrees for two hours then water in a 30 degree bag should stay above 90 degrees for a long time. Determining the holding time at a certain temperature can be a little difficult at first. But after doing so one can try any new bag in the market and immediately get unanimous reviews. We learn that a lower level always means a fresher bag. We can also test older packages to see if its time to replace them.

Manufacturer Acceptance?

Do manufacturers pay private testing companies to evaluate their bags? This is because it will initially be an advantage for companies that are already conservative in their temperature estimates. They want proof that the bag is much hotter than they say. Eventually all bag manufacturers will have an incentive to test their sleeping bags. This is because consumers are wary of buying untested sleeping bags.

I hope someone will take up and pursue this idea. Existing consumer ratings companies like Consumer Reports could do this themselves and report the results. The bags Ive listed dont have temperature ratings but theyre great in absolute order of best insulation. Check out the list and if your current bag keeps you up to 25 degrees your bag discovery list is even warmer. Isnt it time for a consistent review of sleeping bags?

 

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Keeping Your Car Clean is Important Update

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A car wash is a facility or service that offers cleaning and washing of cars. The process typically involves spraying the car with water, applying soap or cleaning agents, scrubbing and brushing the car’s exterior to remove dirt and grime, rinsing it off with water, and drying it with towels or air blowers.  Car washes can be automated using machinery to carry out the cleaning process or manual with workers cleaning by hand.

Sure, I can provide an updated car wash tutorial. Here are the steps:

  1. Gather your supplies: You will need a bucket, car wash soap, a sponge or wash mitt, a drying towel, and access to a hose.
  2. Rinse the car: Use the hose to rinse off any loose dirt and debris from the car.
  3. Fill the bucket: Fill the bucket with water and add the recommended amount of car wash soap. Be sure to follow the instructions on the soap bottle.
  4. Wash the car: Dip the sponge or wash mitt into the soapy water and start washing the car, starting from the top and working your way down. Rinse the sponge or mitt frequently to remove dirt and debris.
  5. Rinse the car: Use the hose to rinse off the soap from the car.
  6. Dry the car: Use a drying towel to dry the car. Start from the top and work your way down.
  7. Wax the car (optional): If you want to protect your car’s paint and give it a nice shine, you can apply wax after washing and drying the car. Follow the instructions on the wax bottle.
  8. Clean wheels and tyres Use a sponge or separate brush to clean wheels and tyres as they are particularly dirty. Rinse thoroughly with water.
  9. Clean the windows: Use a glass cleaner and a clean cloth to clean the windows.

That’s it! Following these steps will help keep your car looking clean and looking good.

 

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A Guide to Jet Power Tools

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Jet Power Tools: A Jet Lathe

These versatile lathes are easy to assemble and come with detailed instructions. Depending on the lathe you choose they come with extra tools as a bonus.

Power tools are essential tools in any woodworking shop. Jet Power Tools offers excellent quality for the price. The company offers complete power tools for any shop. Check out the available tools and find what you need for your workshop.

Jet Power Tools: A Jet Lathe

This versatile lathe is easy to assemble and comes with detailed instructions. Depending on the lathe I choose other tools come in handy. Some come with an octagonal chisel or other hand tools.

Great features of a Jet Lathe:

o A wide range of speed, from 550 to 3000 rpm, with 6 different speed settings

o 35” distance between centers. This large capacity makes this a versatile machine for a variety of projects.

o ¾ horsepower motor, with plenty of power

o 12” swing over bed

Table Saws

A jet table saw is a great and accurate tool This saw has plenty of power for any home woodworking shop. Depending on the model you get three to five horses. The fence will be between thirty and fifty inches. It is quite easy to prepare. They come with good installation instructions.

Features:

– Suspended motor drive mechanism
– Blade guard and anti kick back for safe operation
– Dust collection insert for a suction hose to control dust in your workshop
– Contoured cross section on the rail to increase the surface area
– Dual push buttons, with the start button designed to prevent it from accidentally being started
– The fence locks securely onto the forward rail

Other Jet Tools

Jet planers are available in open upright style closed style and portable planers. They are made of iron and steel for strength and durability. The aircraft is equipped with a 3 horsepower propeller engine. Other features include a 4-inch extension roller for dust removal and magnetic controls.

The Jet Floor Mount Drill Press has a ¾ horsepower motor and sixteen to twelve speeds depending on the model. The 13-inch table diameter allows for plenty of work space. Other features include a forty-five degree tilt quick release clip.

The Jet Bench Mount Drill Press has 16 speeds ranging from 200 to 3630 RPM. The 10 x 13 inch work area provides plenty of room to work. This drill press is powerful with a 3/4 HP motor. Building a workshop with quality power tools has never been easier with Jet Tools.

 

 

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How to buy quality Digital Cameras cheap and with big discounts

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This article contains information on how to buy a camera at a great discount and is quite cheap.

The market for new and aftermarket digital cameras on eBay is quite active. The use of digital cameras has grown tremendously in recent years. Technology has virtually reduced old film and development to an archive. Standard cameras range in price from $500 to $2000. Professional enthusiasts and ordinary families seem to buy more than one camera per family.  domestic The question becomes how to buy a digital camera at the best price?

A large number of very large models are traded daily. This is an efficient model market. One can study the dynamics of these micro-markets and determine some important shopping rules. You can definitely create some buying opportunities by getting more information from other traders.. This article focuses on how to spot these gaps and often buy digital cameras under 20-40% retail.

This article should be read in conjunction with longer articles and websites that give you the information you need to find where to buy. Find links and URLs to both sites at the bottom of this article. This niche site focuses solely and exclusively on data from the digital camera market.

Most of the information on eBay focuses on the selling component namely how to sell your item. I specialize in closing buys and trying to catch the best deals in an effort to spot market opportunities and price strength. To do this we need to understand the dynamics of the eBay market. Supply like any other market is demand driven and a buyer in a large flea market has an advantage if he or she knows how many items are selling for what price and how many buyers are in the market. . Lets focus a little on shipping.

eBays supply dynamics are slightly different in that the supply of an item appears at certain times. In other words it is important to understand the number of auctions ending close to the same item because the auctions end at different times. It gives you a feel for the products or in our case the camera. Interestingly the highest volume of auctions for a particular model will end today but may be very low next week. It is a valuable driver.

The demand side is a little more complicated and hidden from the average eBay shopper. This is where the website I mentioned below has some useful information. Demand for eBay terms is measured (by sellers) by several factors. How many people saw my auction how many people put me on their watch page how many people actually bid and asked questions. Clearly the data becomes more reliable as an indicator of demand as we move down the list. Some sellers install a public view counter on their auction page but getting page views is not easy. Sellers can ask questions and review and the dedicated website mentioned below will make this information public. Many offers available for all to view.

Now we can easily see how demand changes over time if we graph the change in the number of visitor queries and bids for an auction. Usually a high number of inquiries and a high number of visitors are low indicating confusion and likelihood of a purchase. If the hour is high and rising and the order is low it may indicate a very small order and a positive sign in the war.

A quick look at this and other similar auctions paints a picture of the skills of todays high bidders and sellers that differ from the average eBay buyer. The trained eye will quickly spot some good buying opportunities. This allows professional or amateur photographers to find many digital cameras faster than they can at a retail store. Example: You can buy 20-405 diamonds at retail price. Most of them agree that digital cameras work well after purchase. Digital electronics rarely wear out over time so look for cheap cameras on marketplaces like eBay.

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