datsveryinterestin
Professional
dang it JRK u shoulda txted me. i looked it up just now and realized i have once again missed shirlington oktoberfest. damzit. decent weather and possible drunx chix to stare at. fark!
Tennis Warehouse-Mid Atlantic Chapter
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auzzieizm
Semi-Pro
coolblue123
Hall of Fame
zap, raining today.. guess we will postpone till later..
downs_chris
Professional
What are people eating?
downs_chris
Professional
happy birthday to auzzie!
coolblue123
Hall of Fame
Happy BDay Auzzie! May you find all your shoes that you tried out for from now on fit your style of play.
Lunch today was a a McDouble and a McChicken. I am two hotels away from winning a million dollars in the Monopoly game!
Lunch today was a a McDouble and a McChicken. I am two hotels away from winning a million dollars in the Monopoly game!
coolblue123
Hall of Fame
yikes! This is a family channel zap!
zapvor
G.O.A.T.
LOL sorry........i made....creamy chowder soup?
mcdonlads is still doing the monopoly game now?
sapient007
Semi-Pro
i'm fasting for thursday
coolblue123
Hall of Fame
great, I better get to the line before sap does. It's going to be like the Sahara after sap goes through round 1 although I can't say there will be much behind after I am done as well.
I think it'll be the first time an entire association gets banned from a buffet place.
Store Owner: "You no welcome here! You people are tennis playing pigs!"
sapient007
Semi-Pro
just keep the path to the toilet clear.
TheJRK
Rookie
Well, I had forgotten about it too. But I was out walking my dog and saw a bunch of dudes in jeans and brown flip flops all walking in that general direction.
downs_chris
Professional
datsveryinterestin
Professional
coolblue123
Hall of Fame
I would if I could buy back. I still have to get rid of my Prince Graduate. =(
Wifey found out about it when I was about to get a Pacific XFast and put my 3 racquet rule in probation.
downs_chris
Professional
you have a 3 wife rule?
coolblue123
Hall of Fame
I really only have 2 active wives. My Prince Graduate wife is not putting out (ahem, the groundstrokes I like). Thought I exciled her to a life of hanging car keys on a wall, but she was spotted and now reinstated as wife #3.
Need to use Paulman's services since he's our TWMac Racquet Plastic Surgeon with his hacksaw. Or from previous posts, need to put Paulman's hacksaw in the hand's of down's.
I sense there will be a good episode in the next upcoming episode of Racquet Masterpiece Threatre.
downs_chris
Professional
paulman, i need to give your your hacksaw back...oops!
coolblue123
Hall of Fame
12-3pm is PG-13. =)
Lol! I forgot bout it meself! Haha
sapient007
Semi-Pro
Sit close, but not too close. If you can seat yourself, don’t pick a table too far from the action. Even a little bit of walking will contribute to your fatigue levels. At the same time, don’t sit two feet from the food stations because all those smells will hit you at once and wreak havoc on your olfaction.
First stop: meat. The ham, beef, and chicken will likely be tucked away in the far corner from where you’re seated, but that should be your first target. Soups, breads, pastas, and rice are simply road blocks intended to fill you up quickly and save the restaurant money
Your beverage of choice: nothing. Drink as little as possible. Liquids take up space in your stomach that could be better used for food. If you must, pour yourself a half glass of water and take a sip after every plate–just enough to cleanse your palate for the next round.
Second stop: meat. Seriously, load up on meat if you want your money’s worth. At full-service carving stations, let the carver keep loading your plate until it’s full of dead animal. Don’t be tempted to shove some mashed potatoes on the side to fill the gap in that plate.
Third stop: meat. Or maybe seafood. Just don’t fall for those generic-looking white fish fillets you’ll sometimes see. They usually taste terrible and are cheaper than tender slices of beef.
Fourth stop: something else. If you’re still eating after downing a few pounds of pork and poultry, you’re probably close to breaking even. Feel free to sample some of the other wares.
Bread should still be a no-no because it’s dirt cheap and will fill your tummy faster than you can say “I gotta puke.”
Take a break. Now is probably a good time to break out that book and pause for a bit. Avoid the temptation to down a mug of soda. The only digestive aid you should use right now is time.
Fifth through ??? stops: victory! Once you’ve gotten your money’s worth, it’s time to celebrate your win. Grab a brownie, smother it with ice cream, toss on every topping in sight, and top it all off with a big slice of roast beef. Mmmmm.
First stop: meat. The ham, beef, and chicken will likely be tucked away in the far corner from where you’re seated, but that should be your first target. Soups, breads, pastas, and rice are simply road blocks intended to fill you up quickly and save the restaurant money
Your beverage of choice: nothing. Drink as little as possible. Liquids take up space in your stomach that could be better used for food. If you must, pour yourself a half glass of water and take a sip after every plate–just enough to cleanse your palate for the next round.
Second stop: meat. Seriously, load up on meat if you want your money’s worth. At full-service carving stations, let the carver keep loading your plate until it’s full of dead animal. Don’t be tempted to shove some mashed potatoes on the side to fill the gap in that plate.
Third stop: meat. Or maybe seafood. Just don’t fall for those generic-looking white fish fillets you’ll sometimes see. They usually taste terrible and are cheaper than tender slices of beef.
Fourth stop: something else. If you’re still eating after downing a few pounds of pork and poultry, you’re probably close to breaking even. Feel free to sample some of the other wares.
Bread should still be a no-no because it’s dirt cheap and will fill your tummy faster than you can say “I gotta puke.”
Take a break. Now is probably a good time to break out that book and pause for a bit. Avoid the temptation to down a mug of soda. The only digestive aid you should use right now is time.
Fifth through ??? stops: victory! Once you’ve gotten your money’s worth, it’s time to celebrate your win. Grab a brownie, smother it with ice cream, toss on every topping in sight, and top it all off with a big slice of roast beef. Mmmmm.
sapient007
Semi-Pro
Case Study: Chinese & Japanese Buffets
asian buffetsMenu: Sushi, General Tso’s Chicken, and a whole lot of other stuff I can’t pronounce.
Price: Under $10 for lunch, $12-15 for dinner.
Overview: There is some yummy food to be had at the various types of Asian buffets. You’ll find some of your favorite items from the classic Chinese carry-out menu along with some other… surprises.
Strategies for getting your money’s worth:
*Eat what you like. It’s not too hard to get your money’s worth at these places. As always, shoot for the meat, but feel free to feast on sushi and other pricey items. Foods to avoid: spring and egg rolls, soups (except miso soup, which is too tasty to pass up), and dishes composed of mostly vegetables.
*Don’t try new things. Buffet time, despite its limitless food supply, is not the time to experiment. You might think that big white puff ball thing is a delicious pastry, but when it takes you two hours to chew it, you might quickly lose your appetite.
*Beware of the desserts. They look weird for a reason–because they taste weird, too! Those sheets of cake and bite-sized cookies might look appetizing, but they’re often very dry. Soft-serve ice cream is hit or miss at Asian buffets, but it’s probably your best bet for dessert.
asian buffetsMenu: Sushi, General Tso’s Chicken, and a whole lot of other stuff I can’t pronounce.
Price: Under $10 for lunch, $12-15 for dinner.
Overview: There is some yummy food to be had at the various types of Asian buffets. You’ll find some of your favorite items from the classic Chinese carry-out menu along with some other… surprises.
Strategies for getting your money’s worth:
*Eat what you like. It’s not too hard to get your money’s worth at these places. As always, shoot for the meat, but feel free to feast on sushi and other pricey items. Foods to avoid: spring and egg rolls, soups (except miso soup, which is too tasty to pass up), and dishes composed of mostly vegetables.
*Don’t try new things. Buffet time, despite its limitless food supply, is not the time to experiment. You might think that big white puff ball thing is a delicious pastry, but when it takes you two hours to chew it, you might quickly lose your appetite.
*Beware of the desserts. They look weird for a reason–because they taste weird, too! Those sheets of cake and bite-sized cookies might look appetizing, but they’re often very dry. Soft-serve ice cream is hit or miss at Asian buffets, but it’s probably your best bet for dessert.
auzzieizm
Semi-Pro
happy birthday to auzzie!
Thanks, everyone!
datsveryinterestin
Professional
Oz, happy annual day of remembrance of your birthing! woot
i am still on my quest for the ultimate auzzie-beating-stick. but to celebrate
i will take 24hrs off. (or to rest my wrist)
geez after 1 minute on court it seemed i had thrown out the Prestiges (mid ((too demanding)) and mp ((seemed sometimes too flexy, sometimes too powerful, and sometimes too tinny))and the WilProStaff95((hit some great shots and serves but sweetspot seemed tiny)).
the igSpeed is just like i remember it. so easy to swing even with bum wrist and has both power and control. me lurves it. it was strung with multi too and it was still nice. i still like my blxproopens too cuz it has mega power and spin but you can launch it if you aren't "on" and it seems a little harder on my wrist.
i dunno. hard to demo racquets when nobody is on the other side of the court. doh!
i am still on my quest for the ultimate auzzie-beating-stick. but to celebrate
i will take 24hrs off. (or to rest my wrist)
geez after 1 minute on court it seemed i had thrown out the Prestiges (mid ((too demanding)) and mp ((seemed sometimes too flexy, sometimes too powerful, and sometimes too tinny))and the WilProStaff95((hit some great shots and serves but sweetspot seemed tiny)).
the igSpeed is just like i remember it. so easy to swing even with bum wrist and has both power and control. me lurves it.
it was strung with multi too and it was still nice. i still like my blxproopens too cuz it has mega power and spin but you can launch it if you aren't "on" and it seems a little harder on my wrist. i dunno. hard to demo racquets when nobody is on the other side of the court. doh!
sapient007
Semi-Pro
dats. maybe thursday? my knees are all fuxored after thumber dragged me out to do a 4 mile run. my new sport is now competitive hoola hoop. i have show great promise in the craft and made a video of me twrilling around for your entertainment purposes.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Lf0JdJSKoo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Lf0JdJSKoo
datsveryinterestin
Professional
Sap, sure dood. i crush you with IG Speed! crush crush!
ok, i might have been watching too much tv, but does anybody have a review of the doritos loco taco or the cantina bowl? discuss. how much is it compared to chipotle? i've got less FUNds than zapvor right now. so my dining options are extremely limited!
Edit: just found out I'm babysitting Thursday night. But I'm free Wednesday evening. Sigh.....
ok, i might have been watching too much tv, but does anybody have a review of the doritos loco taco or the cantina bowl? discuss. how much is it compared to chipotle? i've got less FUNds than zapvor right now. so my dining options are extremely limited!
Edit: just found out I'm babysitting Thursday night. But I'm free Wednesday evening. Sigh.....
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coolblue123
Hall of Fame
if anyone should get the most improvished title, it should be me. Who else has a 3 racquet rule in here?
JRstriker12
Hall of Fame
We still meeting up Kabab Thursday?
sapient007
Semi-Pro
do cats not shiet on your face ,when you were in your clown outfit with the horn nose, while asleep and you liked it?
coolblue123
Hall of Fame
Yep, just need to leave at 12:30pm. I have a 1pm.
It's still at 11am, right?
It's still at 11am, right?
JRstriker12
Hall of Fame
LOL!
Slowly back away from the keyboard sappy. A litter box facial is not on my list of things I like.
coolblue123
Hall of Fame
Just called them up, opens at 11am and $9/lunch buffet.
I better watch out if tmonk goes, it's not the big ppl I fear at the buffet. It's always the skinny ones that out eats everyone.
I better watch out if tmonk goes, it's not the big ppl I fear at the buffet. It's always the skinny ones that out eats everyone.
JRstriker12
Hall of Fame
I might be a little late. Got sucked into a 10 am meeting.
datsveryinterestin
Professional
Geez, took my demos back in court today. IG speed still hittin nice but my ol rdis200 is.back in the running. IG speed swings easier which helps in a lot of places on the court but rdis200 feels so plush and solid. A bit harder to serve with due to my poor technique but this thing is a real Cadillac. I can't wrist balls over the net but when I use good technique it has font spin power and decent control. Igspeed is crisper almost boardy but the results are usually good.
If I could serve a little better with rdis200 id prolly end the search cuz I still got 3 of them. But I guess I always had problems with it and that's why I switched.
I shoulda demoed donnay pro one 18x20 too.darn
Is everybody still eating?
I just made giant oj,yogurt,& banana smoothie. Either I was starving or it was the best.smoothie ever. L8rs!
If I could serve a little better with rdis200 id prolly end the search cuz I still got 3 of them. But I guess I always had problems with it and that's why I switched.
I shoulda demoed donnay pro one 18x20 too.darn
Is everybody still eating?
I just made giant oj,yogurt,& banana smoothie. Either I was starving or it was the best.smoothie ever. L8rs!
auzzieizm
Semi-Pro
Oz, happy annual day of remembrance of your birthing! woot
i am still on my quest for the ultimate auzzie-beating-stick. but to celebrate
i will take 24hrs off. (or to rest my wrist)
geez after 1 minute on court it seemed i had thrown out the Prestiges (mid ((too demanding)) and mp ((seemed sometimes too flexy, sometimes too powerful, and sometimes too tinny))and the WilProStaff95((hit some great shots and serves but sweetspot seemed tiny)).
the igSpeed is just like i remember it. so easy to swing even with bum wrist and has both power and control. me lurves it.
i dunno. hard to demo racquets when nobody is on the other side of the court. doh!
Good description of how I remember those 200s. I'd say the Pro One is too demanding. Just go with the Speeds and enjoy the consistent response already! Plus who doesn't love a black and white pj!
datsveryinterestin
Professional
Yo Auz, if I run into a pile of $$$ ill get the IG speeds but til then I sorta sux with all racquets so it don't matter which one I use.
You tried the Pro One? they look about as close to an h22 or pt57a as I can afford. thought the IG prestige no would work but it feels kind of cheap and not solid enough. dunno. going to hit with my dad now so maybe that will help me decide. L8rs doood
You tried the Pro One? they look about as close to an h22 or pt57a as I can afford. thought the IG prestige no would work but it feels kind of cheap and not solid enough. dunno. going to hit with my dad now so maybe that will help me decide. L8rs doood
