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THE CHROME-PLATING PROCESS
The chrome--plating process typically, but not in all cases, consists of three layers:
1. Copper underlay - a filler.
2. Nickel - for the mirror color.
3. Hard chrome - a clear metal that gives the depth and luster.
The final chrome layer is microns thin but extremely hard. Deterioration takes place by acidic attack from exhaust fumes and industrial output from factories, chemical plants and oil refineries. The main agents of deterioration are nitric and sulfuric acid formations that attack the chrome layer, exposing the nickel, which corrodes quickly, and then on to the copper layer which reacts swiftly to pit and ruins the metal surface of the accessory.
The use of most commonly available chrome cleaners leads to permanent abrasions, scratching, clouding and discoloration of the surface of the part that gets worse with vigorous polishing that people like to do to attempt to restore the original shine! Rust rashes begin to appear especially around welds that people like to cleanup and brighten as these areas are never usually perfectly polished at the accessory maker.
Most cleaners available usually contain an abrasive grit - usually finely ground talc that is simply powdered rock - to give the effect of a quick cleanup. In other words, most cleaners then become a grinding compound and the innocent rider is simply slowly grinding the chrome layer off the nickel exposing it to the air where it quickly corrodes - tiny scratch by tiny scratch. In many cases, people rub down to the copper as a yellowish hue begins to appear leading the rider to think he got bad or thin chrome!
CLEANING CHROME-PLATED METAL ACCESSORIES
New chrome-plated accessories should always be cleaned with plain soap and water, a clear water rinse, and wiped only with a clean 100% cotton terry cloth towel. You can then apply a coating of nonabrasive polish that protects the surface.
If you have sticky or hard material to clean off the surface, the pros have told us Windex does the trick to clean up and does not attack the chrome.
For all chrome, plastic and painted surfaces, NEVER use paper towels, paper-based wipes, cellulose or plastic sponges as well as fake chamois cloths as they are highly abrasive!
CLEANING CHROME-PLATED PLASTIC ACCESSORIES
Clean only with soap and water, clear water rinse and 100% cotton terry cloth wipe. Use only Mequiars plastic cleaners and polishes when you must. Mequiars products are the only chemical products that we know are made specifically for the purpose intended. Mequiars products are dominant in the aircraft maintenance industry and can be readily seen at most maintenance hangars.
DO NOT use Windex, RainEx or any of the highly touted plastic cleaners or restorers. They will usually destroy your finish and blister the plastic as well as discolor the chrome.
For all chrome, plastic and painted surfaces, NEVER use paper towels, paper-based wipes, cellulose or plastic sponges as well as fake chamois cloths as they are highly abrasive!
Eugene Bileski represents over 46 years in the motorcycle trade as a past importer of Bridgestone, Ducati, Marusho, Norton and Yamaha motorcycles and is founder of Saber Cycle Honda Gold Wing Parts and Accessories at http://www.saber-cycle.com
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Your Wellbeing On Holiday This Summer
We all look forward to our holidays, time spent with family relaxing or simply getting away and recharging the batteries, lazing around getting a tan before getting back to the everyday grind of the workplace. Sounds like the perfect break to me, or does it? With today's focus being on healthier lifestyles and exercise it makes me think why not look for a change?
Having kept in a comfort zone of beach holidays and sticking to what I know it was a challenge to find something a little different bearing in mind it had to be family orientated, something that will appeal to my children too? Only having one holiday abroad per year like most families we would want something that we would all enjoy and remember. That's when I thought about what we need out of a holiday?
When we go on a beach holiday, we spend the majority of the time swimming, biking or lounging about, then in the evening strolling round the local area, sampling the local cuisine. When we holiday in England we take our bikes, fishing rods and swimming costumes and do pretty much the same. That's when I decided that an activity holiday would cater for all.
Not quite knowing where to start I searched for activity holidays and to my surprise stumbled upon ski holidays. I thought that ski holidays were simply that? Never having been skiing myself it didn't appeal to me to spend my whole week learning to ski, but there is so much more to these holidays than meets the eye.
Ski resorts during the summer season don't always have the amount of snow to offer purely ski holidays and therefore offer Activity holidays or Healthier holidays as an alternative. The Alps are fast becoming the 'place to be' for summer activity holiday makers and people seeking something a bit different to occupy their precious time away, very much aiming their holidays at families too both for families with young children with creches and child minding services to families with older children who want to be in the thick of the activities.
I found that Ski resorts are now adopting a summer mountain and active pursuits programme with a vengeance, and especially with a view to bolstering the ski season. Ski lifts turn into 'up lifts' for mountain bikers and walkers, and ski hire shops turn into bike hire and hiking shops as the summer takes a grip.
Mounting biking is not the only activity these holidays offer, climbing, hill walking, white water rafting, sailing and other water sports that are suitable for all ages and abilities if youre brave enough to try something different!
However for those of us who still want to retain an element of relaxation it must be remembered that activity holidays can be relaxing too, perhaps a spot of tennis and a relaxing swim, lunch in a mountain restaurant or a spot of shopping in the boutique style shops, whilst the rest of the family hits the piste, then regrouping in the evening to experience the diverse range of cafe culture, bars, restaurants and stunning sights to see sampling the local cuisine and entertainment.
Once the decision had been made I then turned my attention to accommodation. Ski Chalets, chalet style bungalows, hotels, I was spoilt for choice the accommodation suited all size groups solo travelers to groups of 25 plus, so as you can imagine a family of five was no problem. Self catering or catered? all inclusive or budget accommodation? There was something on offer to suit all pockets, all inclusive packages could be booked which included flights, transfers and an Activity rep to meet and greet. How much easier could it get?
A wide selection of French Resorts including Chamonix, Morzine, les Gets and Tignes to choose from and each offering similar holidays in the fresh mountain air of the Alps, avoiding package holiday makers and tourists, all that was left was to book.
We booked our holiday with Alpine Elements who offer winter ski holidays or summer activity holidays, it was simple. We had a self catering chalet, but still ate out on occasion tasting the delights of the local cuisine, we tried as many of the activities and outdoor pursuits as we could fit into our holiday.
We sampled the bars and cafes and yes I indulged in a bit of shopping and we still came back with a tan! I would recommend activity holidays to anyone especially those with children. We had a great time and came back with lots of memories. I would definitely go again, but don't just take my word for it, try it yourself, you never know!
About the Author
Shaun Parker has been at the forefront of the Skiing Industry for 15 years. Now serving over 10 000 clients per year for European snowboarding, mountain biking, activity and ski holidays, Alpine Elements provide the complete package for all Apline holidays all year round.
For more information visit http://www.alpineelements.co.uk
Who has the right of way - hikers or mountain bikers?
Let me state at the outset that this is not an "anti-mt biking" question. However, I have so many bad encounters with bikers I have to ask this :
Who has the right of way on a trail?
I love to hike and I often encounter mt bikers on the trails. It was my understanding that hikers have the right of way. And I have read in mt biking books that riders are required to yield, slow down, and even stop their bike if necessary when approaching hikers.
While hiking I have been forced to jump out of the way of speeding bikes, elbowed, side-swiped and once even knocked to the ground. "Should have got out of my way!" the guy yelled as he sped away.
Of course not all bikers do this and the majority have been polite, etc. But lately I keep running into, or I should say they run into me, rude bikers.
How should I deal with them?
I don't need or want a confrontation but it ain't fun to get hit by a mt biker who assumes he is the "King of the Trail"!
Any suggestions?
Horses rule the world.....hikers come next, and mountain bikers or any other mechanized users are at the bottom of the heap. This is how it's *supposed* to work, but as we all know, people don't always care about the rules and sometimes don't give a damn about being friendly or courteous to their fellowmen. I'm sad to see that it seems like courtesy and friendliness are on a decline all over the board....trail users, road bikers/cars, just people in general. So it's natural that as that is less important in normal society, that you'll see it in other places as well. But by the same token you can compare places like Southern California with the Pacific Northwest and there's a VERY different atmosphere and interaction between trail users.
Focusing just on hikers/bikers (remember, horses rule the world....right after cougars and bears, that is!).....I think that there are other aspects to consider when you meet someone on the trail. Most people are really cool about figuring stuff out on a moment's notice and thankfully most people are reasonably friendly, too.
I'll disagree (on my own personal level and set of guidelines) with McG in that even if it's a biking-only trail, I'll still gladly yield to hikers. Some exceptions to that rule are downhill-specific trails where it's *dangerous* for hikers to be there at all (for both parties), and where other bikers are where they shouldn't be. You definitely don't want to cause an accident for a rider or be underneath his bike when he's bombing down a fast run, taking a drop, or can't safely slow/stop his bike in a dangerous technical section. Other than that, hey, I just appreciate seeing people out in the woods and since my brakes work, I don't mind slowing to their pace or stopping, and I always say hello, maybe chitchat for a second. It goes a long way toward people tolerating and supporting each others' recreation choices, and it just makes the world a nicer place. 
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As a backpacker, hiker, AND mountain biker myself, I'll say that there are times when it's ok or simply safer to ignore the yield etiquette....as long as both people figure it out! As mentioned before, sometimes it isn't safe for a biker to stop or slow considerably...hikers need to understand this. A biker in that situation can easily apologize and give thanks as he passes a hiker that yields for him in this situation.
You also have the old rule that downhill yields to uphill.....but people work around that one all the time. Going uphill, sometimes it's nice to stop and take a rest as a hiker.....usually notsomuch for a biker, though. Hikers can yield to a biker going uphill.....but a biker should remember that a hiker with a full backpack isn't as quick to move, and it's a lot of strain sometimes, especially if the footing isn't great.....so yeah, I'd stop for a hiker certainly.
Some outdoor users don't want the interaction or chitchat, so in those cases, just do the etiquette thing, be polite if not friendly, and go on your way. Above all, we all just need to remember that A) other users in the outdoors are probably good people, even if they don't share each other's passion or are against it, B) many outdoor users participate in multiple hobbies and activities....so the biker or hiker you just cursed may actually be on your side, maybe just made a mistake or got caught by surprise, etc., and C) everyone has their right to be sharing the trail with us, the world is made up of all kinds of people going through different situations in their personal lives, and that's the bottom line.
It ain't hard to get along and be nice, really. )
Criminy....long answer, sorry. I just want everyone to get along and take time to understand one another! lol
MTS Centre, Winnipeg - April 26, 2010
One man's trick is another man's treat. At least, it was when Alice Cooper and Rob Zombie's Gruesome Twosome tour kicked off at MTS Centre on Monday night for 5,500 fans.
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