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kids' hockey - it doesn't have to break the bank

Hockey is one of the most expensive sports to get your kids involved in. It can easily cost several hundreds of dollars just to buy the gear if you do not stop and shop around to get the best possible prices for the equipment. Having had four boys that played hockey from the age of five, I have learned quite a bit about how to get the best possible prices on the equipment they need each year. Everything that I have learned over the past fifteen years has been included on my website to help other parents trying to maintain a budget without denying their kids the opportunity to play hockey.

Minimizing The Inconvenience Of An Unexpected Bicycle Repair

Posted on 8 July 2016

The joy of riding a bicycle is abruptly interrupted if a mechanical problem happens to suddenly occur. By carrying along a few basic items, a bicycle rider can usually perform a necessary repair and resume the journey. Some of the most satisfying bike rides are likely to take you several miles away from your starting point. Although the chances of an unexpected breakdown are slight, planning in advance can minimize the time and effort necessary to perform a repair. [Read More]

Combine Your Commute So Your Can Bike To Work -- Regardless Of The Distance

Posted on 6 June 2016

Do you dream of skipping the downtown traffic to instead commute by bicycle through the trails or parks of the city, but you simply live too far from the office to make this a reality? The solution may be to combine commuting methods. This can keep you from having to drive in the city and giving you the benefit of regular daily exercise. You will even save on fuel costs and wear-and-tear to your vehicle. [Read More]

Why Kindness, Not Criticism, Will Help Your Young Gymnasts Succeed

Posted on 21 March 2016

Being a gymnast coach for children and teens is hard work. You've gone through your own struggles to become a great gymnast and you want to pass on your skills. But you have a hard time expressing motivation without being mean. However, you need to, because kindness, rather than harsh criticism, is crucial to a successful young gymnast. It's Psychologically Backed You may remember your gymnastics coach yelling harsh and derogatory terms at you when you struggled. [Read More]

Three Tips To Help You Pack Efficiently For Your Next Golf Vacation

Posted on 21 July 2015

There's no better time of the year than the summer to pack up your golf clubs and hit the road for a golf-focused vacation. While assembling your clubs and making you've got enough balls and tees might be your chief concern, don't skimp on carefully packing your golf apparel. The right clothing can drastically improve your enjoyment on the links, but you don't want to pack so heavily that your luggage is a hassle to transport around with you. [Read More]