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- First reviewOctober 15, 2013
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Track just about every aspect of your workout with this ProSense 57 running watch. Built-in GPS records your route, pace and distance traveled, while CardioSense technology monitors your heart rate for health-conscious exercise. Featuring smart technology for message notifications and music playlist access alongside built-in training features that keep you motivated, this ProSense 57 running watch is an ideal fitness partner.
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from Parker CO
I run 20-30 miles a week and needed a new watch. After a lot of research I went with the ProSense 57 GPS. I've only had it a short time but the watch has worked flawlessly. Setup was easy once I downloaded the app. The GPS has worked great during my runs tracking my route, distance, and pace which is exactly what I needed. I don't care about a bunch of bells and whistles, I want to know my pace/distance and it works perfectly for that. Its a great price for a GPS watch, highly recommended.
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Prepare delicious recipes with this Blendtec Designer 650s Blender. The Blendtec Designer Series uses all the power and performance that made Blendtec the choice of blending professionals, and combined it with a modern design with functionality taking Blendtec to a new level in performance blending. The Blendtec Designer Series is the all-in-one appliance that replaces many standard kitchen appliances with one fast easy-to-use machine. It will make smoothies, fresh whole juice, ice cream, margaritas, soups, sauces, bread dough, dressings, salsas, flours and more! Blending professionals have relied on Blendtec machines in the best coffee shops, juice bars, gyms, and restaurants around the world for producing the best, most consistent results in taste and texture. You can now enjoy the same results in your home.
Customer Rating
3
Great blender with a couple of flaws
on November 24, 2017
Posted by: Randy
from Parker CO
Before I even used the blender, I had issues. First, the instructions caution to not put hot liquids in the blender, but then has a setting and instructions for ‘hot’ soups. How does the manufacturer think you make soup? You cook ingredients and then put them in the blender hot. So, do I have to cool it completely, blend it and then reheat? My cheap Oster blender lets me go straight from pot to blender by leaving the lid off and covering with a dish towel.
Then you read the cleaning instructions, which say the blender jar is dishwasher safe, but only on the top rack! Who has a dishwasher with a top rack tall enough for this jar?
I am sure both of those issues are due to the jar being plastic. For the price of this blender, you can’t make the jar from glass?
That said, it does a wicked good job on cold things. In fact, it doesn’t even need the amount of time it defaults to on the presents. I made a Strawberry-Banana smoothie. Put the strawberries in whole and chose the smoothie setting. I stopped it half-way through, after just 30 seconds. Not a single chunk. I did use ice cream, so perhaps the preset thinks you’re using ice cubes that take longer to chop up. I did also make soup out of leftover Thanksgiving roasted butternut squash. Just put the whole casserole (butternut squash, onions, blue cheese) in the blender – cold – with some chicken stock and chose the hot soup setting (still don’t get the ‘hot soup’ setting when they say don’t put anything hot in). Again, it took a fraction of the time to blend it all up and was smooth as silk. I’ll have to debate whether I want to test it out and make butternut squash soup the way I normally would, which would be to cook the squash in stock and put it in the blender hot.
So, for blending performance, I give this machine very high marks. Great for cold beverages. But, the limitations and plastic jar make it not worth the price in my book.
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Play your favorite music with this Ultimate Ears MEGABLAST wireless speaker. It lets you make voice commands via Amazon Alexa within its 330-foot Wi-Fi range, and Bluetooth connectivity lets it pair with up to eight compatible devices. This rugged, water-resistant Ultimate Ears MEGABLAST wireless speaker withstands drops from up to 3 feet high.
Customer Rating
4
Good sound, still learning Alexa
on November 15, 2017
Posted by: Randy
from Parker CO
I've had the speaker for a couple of days and the sound is impressive. It does not have as much base as other speakers I own such as HK Onyx2 or Nyne Bass, but the mids and highs are very good. I love that it is waterproof so using it out on our patio is a nice bonus. This is the first product I've owned with Alexa assistant so I'm still figuring out all its capabilities, but so far it is impressive. Honestly, I think its a bit overpriced at $299.
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Only at Best BuyEnjoy speed and control with this Redcat Cyclone off-road electric buggy. This hobby grade RC has rear-wheel drive with a fully adjustable suspension and oil-filled shocks to handle challenging terrain. This 1/10-scale Redcat Cyclone off-road electric buggy includes two 7.2V NiMH batteries and a 2A fast charger to keep the fun going.
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Just got the Redcat Racing Cyclone XB10 today. Setup was easy, its basically ready to go out of the box but first I made sure the battery in the packaging was fully charged. The directions were not clear on how to install the battery in the vehicle, you have to remove the body skin first, and after I did I found that there were actually two batteries included, one of which was already installed in the vehicle. So I waited a bit longer and charged the pre-installed battery and took it outside for a spin.
Holy cow, this car is fast!! If you are looking for an RC car for your kids to play around with inside your house, this is NOT the car for you. This vehicle wants to GO. It doesn't really have a "slow" speed, once you hit the throttle it takes off.
The XB10 is a blast to drive. The controls are very responsive and the suspension on the vehicle is great for keeping it grounded on bumps and jumps. I crashed it quite a few times when getting used to driving it. More times than not after it cartwheeled or flipped over it would land upright on its wheels and was ready to keep going. Some crashes I wasn't so lucky, but it seemed to absorb the shock well and other than a few scratches it never missed a beat. I am not sure how far it would go until it would lose radio contact with the controller, but we have a long block in front of our home and I drove it as far as I could up our street until I could barely see it and it still maintained contact with the controller. I would guess we got about 30 minutes of driving on a single battery charge which is great in my opinion.
Overall, this is a super fun RC car, super fast, and very durable. Definitely recommended!
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Enjoy up to 10 hours of wireless audio with these Sony noise-canceling headphones. They produce rich sound by playing at audio frequencies of 3-40,000Hz and have a closed-back design that blocks outside noise for a better listening experience. These Sony noise-canceling headphones sit comfortably behind the neck and work with or without the 1m wire.
Customer Rating
5
Outstanding, Best Headphones I Own
on October 19, 2017
Posted by: Randy
from Parker CO
This is my first behind-the-neck headphones I've owned. I have Bose over-ear noise cancelling headphones and countless ear buds. But I gotta say, I am totally sold on these. They are comfortable to wear and are not obtrusive at all. My Bose over-ears tend to get a bit irritating on long flights, for example. From now on, when I'm flying I will definitely be taking these instead.
The sound quality is outstanding. Great at all ranges, and the bass is excellent. The build is premium, the case is cloth so not the best but acceptable, and it comes with all the wires you need plus 6 sets of extra ear buds to make sure there is the right size for you.
The noise-cancelling features are awesome. According to Sony: "Industry-leading Digital Noise Cancellation reduces ambient noise, and Smart Listening technologies optimize your sound based on your activity and surroundings." All I know is this, I just finished wearing them while using my leaf blower/mulcher. I could hear a slight hum from my leaf blower which is amazing because that thing is loud as heck, yet my music sounded excellent.
These headphones are truly outstanding with amazing sound clarity and outstanding noise-cancelling features. These just took over the top spot as the best headphones I've ever owned.
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Pour wine without removing the cork by using the Coravin Model Two wine system. The durable needle pierces the cork so you can pour, and then the cork reseals when the needle is removed to preserve the remaining wine. This Coravin Model Two wine system comes with two capsules that let you pour up to 30 glasses of wine.
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4
Effective and easy to use
on October 19, 2017
Posted by: Randy
from Parker CO
Just got this product and it works as advertised. It is fairly simple to use once you figure out what the instructions are telling you. The instructions are only pictures with no description so we were scratching our heads a bit on what the drawings were trying to imply. We eventually figured it out and were able to use the system. Works as advertised, but we had questions since we have never used a product like this and eventually found FAQ's on the manufacturer's website. For example, we were not sure if we should leave the opener on the bottle or not since there was no explanation in the instructions. According to their website, the cork in the wine bottle will reseal itself which makes sense since that is the whole point of the system, but it would be nice if the instructions included FAQ's. Once you pierce a bottle with the needle, it pours rather slowly since its a very small hole into the cork, so be aware of that. We were also curious about how much replacement gas canisters are once we run out of them, they are about $20 for a pair so that will be an on-going cost. But overall the system worked well and it did preserve our wine, at least for a week which is as long as we tested it. Its fairly expensive but a good solution for those wanting to enjoy a good glass of wine without drinking the whole bottle.
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Pour wine without removing the cork by using the Coravin Model Two wine system. The durable needle pierces the cork so you can pour, and then the cork reseals when the needle is removed to preserve the remaining wine. This Coravin Model Two wine system comes with two capsules that let you pour up to 30 glasses of wine.
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4
Effective and easy to use
on October 18, 2017
Posted by: Randy
from Parker CO
Just got this product and it works as advertised. It is fairly simple to use once you figure out what the instructions are telling you. The instructions are only pictures with no description so we were scratching our heads a bit on what the drawings were trying to imply. We eventually figured it out and were able to use the system. Works as advertised, but we had questions since we have never used a product like this and eventually found FAQ's on the manufacturer's website. For example, we were not sure if we should leave the opener on the bottle or not since there was no explanation in the instructions. According to their website, the cork in the wine bottle will reseal itself which makes sense since that is the whole point of the system, but it would be nice if the instructions included FAQ's. Once you pierce a bottle with the needle, it pours rather slowly since its a very small hole into the cork, so be aware of that. We were also curious about how much replacement gas canisters are once we run out of them, they are about $20 for a pair so that will be an on-going cost. But overall the system worked well and it did preserve our wine, at least for a week which is as long as we tested it. Its fairly expensive but a good solution for those wanting to enjoy a good glass of wine without drinking the whole bottle.
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Protect your iPhone's data with this 64GB iXpand charger and backup base. It charges your iPhone quickly with 15W of power, and it backs up photos and videos as it charges to ensure precious memories are always safe. This iXpand charger and backup base also backs up your stored contacts, so you can restore them when needed.
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When first setting it up, I found that both the power cord and especially the Apple charging cord (which is not included) were difficult to plug into this unit. Once I finally got the cords plugged in I received the message on my phone telling me I must load the iXpand Base app to use the device. Once connected to the App store the app was unresponsive. The progress indicator spins but the app never loaded. Eventually I received a message from the App store saying "Unable to Purchase" the app. I cannot recommend this product.
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A new standard of comfort and precision. Logitech's most advanced trackball for trackball enthusiasts and consumers searching for alternatives to mice and touchpads. Delivers 20% less muscular strain compared to a regular mouse. MX ERGO PLUS features a unique adjustable hinge and extra 10° wedge for customized comfort and the latest tracking, scrolling and power management technology. Logitech FLOW enables effortless multi-computer control.
Customer Rating
5
Great feel, love the track ball
on September 22, 2017
Posted by: Randy
from Parker CO
If you have not used a track ball it takes a little getting used to since you don't move the mouse, you move the ball. Took me a bit of adjusting but once I got it down I love the track ball. This mouse is heavier than most which gives it a great feel. The magnetic plate on the bottom is great for adjusting the angle effortlessly. A little pricey for a mouse, there are plenty that are less expensive, and I'm no good at using it for gaming. But for general purposes, web browsing, etc., I love it!
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Take control of your oral health with this Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart toothbrush. The microchip-containing brush head sends brushing data directly to your phone to ensure that each tooth in your mouth is getting proper care. This Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart toothbrush even tells you when to change heads to keep your brush performing its best.
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Easily the best toothbrush I have ever used. At first I thought: brushing with an app, have they gone too far? The answer is no! The app works great and it really lets you know when your teeth have been properly cleaned. I am definitely brushing longer (which is always a good thing) due to the app and my teeth feel renewed every time I use this brush. It comes in a fantastic case, includes several heads for different focuses, and the charging station/glass is super cool. It is pricey, definitely the most expensive brush I have ever owned. But I have no doubt it is doing a great job on my teeth. It is strange to say this, but I am actually looking forward to my next dental appointment to confirm what I feel every time I use this brush, that it is doing a fantastic job and keeping my teeth and gums in great shape..
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Savor delicious brewed coffee in style with the new 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker. With its modern curved design, this kitchen essential brings “fresh” to your cup and to your counter. Enjoy the convenience of preprogramming with 24-hour advance presets that accommodate any schedule, so a full carafe is ready to pour without any wait time. Make up to 12 cups in the ergonomic, easy-to-hold carafe that sits on a warming plate that keeps coffee hot for 2 hours, with an automatic shutoff setting. Set the clock, brew, run the cleaning process or sneak a quick cup in the middle of a brew cycle with the Brew Pause feature. The most delicious hot coffee is fast and fresh when filtered through both an easy-clean, permanent nylon coffee filter and a charcoal water filter. Freshen up your kitchen with the new 12-Cup Coffeemaker from Cuisinart.
Is the carafe. Clear glass?
Yes
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The Farenheit Flame is great for the backyard or for your outdoor adventures. This easy to transport fire pit will add warmth and atmosphere. Designed to reduce smoke so you can cozy up and enjoy yourself.
What is the 17.5" measurement? Height? Diameter? Thickness? Radius?
Its the diameter of the stove. The height is 16 and 3/4's when installed on the base.
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Make hands-free calls and listen to music with these Sony wireless in-ear sport headphones. The wireless design frees your range of motion, and the microphone makes conversations more convenient. Listen to music for over 8 hours on a single charge with these Sony wireless in-ear sport headphones, which are moisture-resistant for use during strenuous workouts.
Has anyone used these for running? I'm worried they won't stay in my ears...
I just finished a 7 mile run with these headphones, the outside temperature was 31 degrees, so I was wearing a knit cap. When running with the cap on the headphones stayed in place very well and required no adjusting or pushing them back into my ears. I also did a test without wearing the knit cap where I found the headphones did start to work themselves out of my ears after a few minutes. I’m 6’2” 205 pounds and not the smoothest runner so this probably had something to do with that, plus the fact that these headphones have a little more size and weight to them than others I’ve had in the past, no doubt due to the construction which helps them deliver that excellent bass sound.
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Make hands-free calls and listen to music with these Sony wireless in-ear sport headphones. The wireless design frees your range of motion, and the microphone makes conversations more convenient. Listen to music for over 8 hours on a single charge with these Sony wireless in-ear sport headphones, which are moisture-resistant for use during strenuous workouts.
Can I shower while using these?
They are water resistant, not waterproof, I would not shower with these.
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