Verlag: The Crowood Press
Widely acknowledged as a classic work on the subject, The Handbook of Fly Tying is written by one of Britain's leading fly dressers and includes: ·tChoice of equipment and materials ·tEssential preparatory techniques ·tIn-depth instruction for tying tails, ribbing, hackles and wings ·tSuperb step-by-step colour photography
Scottish immigrants brought the game “across the pond” in the 18th century. Since then the roaring game has amassed its fair share of amusing and interesting stories, facts and anecdotes: The flamboyant curling character Paul Gowsell once ordered a pizza to ice level during a match, briefly earning him the nickname “Pizza Paul” Legendary Brier journalist Cactus Jack Wells turned down a Hockey Night in Canada play-by-play job in order to continue covering the Brier and Winnipeg Blue Bomber games. In 1912, the Mayflower Curling Club in Halifax served as a temporary morgue for recovered bodies in the aftermath of the Titanic disaster. In cashspiels, curlers win money, but in bonspiels, they win things like cars, T-bone steaks or new curling stones Canada is said to be the only documented place where the iron curling “stone” was used. Before the 1988 Olympic Trials, the Canadian Curling Association informed the “The Wrench,” Ed Werenich, that he would have to lose weight if he qualified for the Olympics. Canada invited Scotland to tour Canada in a curling tournament in 1858, but didn’t end up making the overseas journey until 44 years later in 1902. Curling did not become an official Olympic sport until 1998 in Nagano In 2009, NBC will host a curling reality show called Rockstar Curling to determine who will represent the United States at the 2010 Olympics in Vancouver. And much more…Zum Buch
In the game of polo, "following the line of the ball" means staying on the optimal path to maintain momentum and control. For Dr. Beh Chun Chuan, this principle has guided not just his polo playing but his entire approach to business and life.Zum Buch
"He's the toughest street fighter alive." Freddie ForemanPicture a man, he’s tall, not excessively so, yet as wide as he is high. This man is a spitting and growling street brawler; a tank full of ready to blow, muscle-fuelled aggression. Imagine, if you will, the comic book style Bulldog of Great British stamp. Well, there you have him! The prototypical face taken from the terraces of an ’80s football fan’s rolled-up newspaper cosh; a poster-boy of malevolence left over from Thatcher’s post-punk Britain.Stormin’ Norman’s his name and when this storm is erupting, he’s like a force-nine gale fused with a hurricane. In his heyday, Norman saw off a plethora of gangland minders, and with his own style of hands-on education, taught Glasgow’s prolific hitman, Billy McPhee, the laws of the Guv’nor’s land.He’s the Godfather of Aylesbury, former British Bare-Knuckle Champion, and undefeated European Boxing Federation ‘Guv’nor’. The loveable lunatic with the heart of a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Yes, this my accidental friends, is the new Guv’nor. He is the man who rebuked many a heathen, but was also everyone’s friend, and for all the right reasons. So, settle in with your favourite tipple, and let us regale you with a lifetime of fronting the doors, serving at Her Majesty's pleasure, righting wrongs, and brutal bare-knuckle tear-ups.Zum Buch
This book contains a complete guide to the art of calisthenics. It aims to promote calisthenics as the most perfect way to strengthen your body and build your body muscle and strength. Frequent exercise can generally improve the state of your health. The act of working out your body has been around forever, and the art of calisthenics is the same in that sense. Here are some of the things that you will learn about in this book: • Calisthenics for mass building • All that you need to know about calisthenics exercises • Basic calisthenics • How to do a calisthenics workout better • How to build more muscle You don't need a expensive gym membership to get in shape. You don't need weights or equipment to grow stronger look leaner or live healthier. In this book, you will find proven calisthenic progression strategies to starting from no calisthenic background to performing eye catching calisthenic exercises like the muscle-ups ,front levers and planche. All this can be accomplished with just the use of your own body weight and self determination and these great progression strategies.Zum Buch
Play It Again!, with voice of the Blue Devils Bob Harris and color commentator Mike Waters, features radio highlights from Duke University's 1991 NCAA Men's Basketball National Championship run that saw the team defeat Louisiana-Monroe, Iowa, UConn, St. John's, and exact revenge on UNLV, before beating the University of Kansas, 72-65, on April 1, 1991, in the title game. Three players from the 1991 squad (Laettner, Hurley, and Grant Hill) had their jerseys retired by Duke.Zum Buch
“The Haves and The Have Nots of Youth Athletics” by Lenzy Hancock uncovers the escalating financial barriers in youth sports, revealing how the divide between affluent and underprivileged athletes reshapes the sporting landscape. Hancock blends statistics, personal stories, and expert insights to explore the transformation of youth sports from community-based activities to costly, exclusive training grounds. Through interviews and real-life accounts, Hancock highlights the challenges faced by young athletes who lack access to expensive training programs, specialized coaching, and top-tier facilities. He delves into the intertwined relationship between economic privilege and athletic success, showing how talent alone is often insufficient in today’s sports environment. This book goes beyond exposing the disparities; it offers practical solutions for parents, coaches, and policymakers to promote inclusivity and fairness in youth sports. Hancock’s proposals aim to make sports more accessible and equitable, ensuring that every young athlete has a chance to thrive regardless of their background. “The Haves and The Have Nots of Youth Athletics” is a crucial resource for anyone concerned about the future of youth sports. It provides a roadmap for creating a more balanced and supportive environment where all athletes, regardless of financial means, can pursue their athletic dreams and achieve their full potential.Zum Buch
