XL Beautiful

I am just reading that Pirelli (here more information), the famous and exclusive calendar will have XL models 🙂

The super sexy Candice Huffine will be on 2015 calendar and it is the first time that a natural beauty is promoted without the slim standards that we have been watching in any single spot.

Her mentor Steven Meisel will be in charge of the photography, he is pretty well known for his high standards and amazing pictures.

He obtained popular acclaim with his work in US and Italian Vogue and his photographs of friend Madonna in her 1992 book Sex. He is now considered one of the most successful fashion photographers in the industry.

So it seems a delicious combination, and the cheery is the ex director of Vogue Paris Carine Roitfeld will look after the perfect look, which is going to be pretty sexual and full of latex.

Unfortunatelly, there are only 17.000 calendars for 2015 that will be sold on November.

Fingers cross, we can have one in our dirty hands 😉

I (me) love you (bike)

Loving your bike is the meaning of freedom, be able to move in any direction without nothing stopping you.
Just perfect!

http://www.copenhagencyclechic.com/ is a cool blog as Copenhagen seems the capital of cycling 🙂

In another hand Madrid became the first city to bring public & electric bicycles, late but spot on 😉

Here is a list to have a glanze:
Brompton H3L

evanscycles.com
Smaller than average wheels add to Brompton’s portability. This model has a more upright sitting position and gives a comfortable ride. Bromptons aren’t cheap but they’re hard to beat.

Mango

mangobikes.co.uk, from
Mango Bikes are splendid single-speed bikes. Customise the handlebar and saddle style and then choose frame, saddle and wheel colours. Great fun.

Genesis Equilibrium Ti

wheelies.co.uk,
British brand Genesis was originally part of Ridgeback’s stable. Now its own outfit, it uses titanium for lightness and comfort.

Specialized Sirrus Comp Disc

specializedconceptstore.co.uk,
This offers comfortable and fast city cycling. Specialized’s bikes are routinely well-specced and enjoyable to ride.

GoCycle G2R electric bike

gocycle.com,
This fold-up bike’s excellence lies in its 250W electric motor and its great, shiny design. Start pedalling and the motor kicks in to speed you along. It has a range of up to 40 miles.

Road bikes:
Trek 1.1

evanscycles.com,
Road and racing bikes are typified by drop handlebars that will see you shoot along. Trek’s entry-level bike is well built and persuasively priced. Looks good, too.

Specialized Roubaix Comp 49

dalescycles.com,
This is a great road bike. Its gorgeous styling and light frame are delightful and the handlebars are superb for comfortable hand positions.

Guru Evolo R

cyclefit.co.uk, from
Guru is a premium, Canadian bike brand designed for racing. The price is for frame and forks only, so you’ll need to add everything else. Still, an impressive, one-of-a-kind ride.

Bianchi Via Nirone 7

evanscycles.com,
Italian-bred Bianchi is synonymous with cycle racing. This budget recreational racer has a fairly lightweight frame and forks and Bianchi’s own wheels. A fabulous looker.

Condor Acciaio frameset

condorcycles.com,
Condor Cycles’ frames, hand-produced in Italy, range from top-price machines to all-rounders like this one. The price is for frame, fork and headset only.

Eastway TR1.0

actionbikes.co.uk,
A snazzy single-speed racer that’s smart and very fast. It’s low-maintenance, well-built, and, thanks to the aluminium frame and carbon fork, is light and easy to control. Enjoyable to ride, this is a real performer.

Specialized Dolce Equipped

wheelies.co.uk,
Designed for the female rider, whether for an excursion or a tough race. It includes plastic Zertz inserts to reduce vibrations and has a light aluminium frame. Smooth and effective.

Wilier Izoard XP Ultegra

tweekscycles.com,
Wilier specialises in high quality racing frames but it also produces complete bikes like this gorgeous, fully carbon-fibre frame machine. It has extra stability to make it suitable for racing newbies.

Ridgeback World Tour

ukbikesdepot.com,
A classic road bike with added ruggedness. Designed to be comfortable enough for long distances but practical enough for the daily commute, with a luggage rack and mudguards. Solid, stable and charming.

Comtat Regale

comtat.co.uk,
This is a beautifully made-to-measure bike so you know it’s going to be a good fit. Each one is completely handmade, lightweight and elegantly styled. Comtat also has pricier bikes, all as attractive as this.

Folding bikes:
Brompton S2L

evanscycles.com,
Folding bikes offer security as you can take them indoors with you. The 16in wheels give a compact fold. Brompton’s S2L, one of the lightest models around, will turn heads.

Tern Link C7

evanscycles.com,
Tern’s fold-ups have 20in wheels and a snazzy design. The seven-gear Link is easy to fold, sprightly and fun. A great choice for a commute or nip to the shops. Heavier than some.

Pacific IF Mode

fudgescyclestore.com,
Fancy a folder with the speed of a full-sized bike? The 26in wheels make it less wobbly than most and you can easily roll it along when not riding.

Dahon Mu Uno

halfords.com,
The Mu range makes use of aluminium to keep the weight down. It is single-speed, which also makes it lighter and cuts maintenance. Comfortable and enjoyable.

Raleigh Evo-7

halfords.com,
Raleigh’s bike is a bargain and has seven gears, so hills won’t be a problem. It has 20in wheels so is bigger than a Brompton. It’s not as light but won’t break the bank.

Hybrid bikes:
Ridgeback Flight 01

ukbikesdepot.com,
Hybrids mix the upright position of mountain bikes with slim road-bike tyres for manoeuvrability. This model has a solid frame, and disc brakes for stopping power.

Marin San Rafael DS5

cyclelane.co.uk,
Marin, known for mountain bikes, also makes capable hybrids. This range is at home on the trails and the roads you take to get there. This model has disc brakes.

Revolution Belter

edinburghbicycle.com,
Sick of oiling the chain? Try a carbon-fibre reinforced rubber belt drive that won’t stretch or rust. This is a fast, well-priced single-speed bike with a lightweight aluminium frame.

Pendleton Somerby

halfords.com,
An elegant hybrid with stepthrough frame, luggage rack and comfy sprung leather saddle. Named after Victoria, who wants to encourage more women to cycle.

Whyte Stirling

winstanleybikes.co.uk,
The Stirling’s shape, based on a mountain bike, carbon-fibre front fork and other materials make it comfy and swiftly responsive. The company calls it a “fast urban” bike.

Giant Sedona W

shopgiant-bicycles.co.uk,
A ladies’ hybrid comfort bike, with 26in mountain bike wheels, an extra-comfy saddle thanks to springs in seat and seatpost, an aluminium frame and a laid-back ride. And 21 gears make city riding a cinch.

Boardman Hybrid Race

halfords.com,
A well-equipped Chris Boardman bike. There are 18 gears so you can manage all but the steepest hills with ease (if the hills are that tough, just think of the exercise). Looks good and rides smoothly.

Ridgeback Dual Track x2.3

evanscycles.com,
Ridgeback calls this a Tarmac and trail bike. It can handle off-road jumps and urban potholes and its large wheels give improved traction. Features include a Kevlar saddle.

Bobbin Birdie

actionbikes.co.uk,
The breathtakingly colourful Birdie is deservedly popular. It’s practical, with a luggage rack and chainguard, but for a speedy ride or more than three gears, look elsewhere.

Giant Cypress City

shopgiant-bicycles.co.uk,
Giant has a great heritage of affordable, reliable and enjoyable bikes. This ladies bike is great for commuting with a shock-absorbing seat stem and 21 gears. Also available as a gents’ ride.

Trek FX 7.5

cyclesurgery.com,
The popular FX range is so versatile that it works well on roads and off, suiting fitness fans and commuters equally. It’s fast and comfy for longer rides.

Mountain bikes:
Kona Cinder Cone

sunsetmtb.co.uk,
Kona mountain bikes are very responsive, so are just as good on the road as off. The Cinder Cone, with hydraulic disc brakes and an aluminium frameset, is an all-rounder

Marin Mount Vision XM7

winstanleybikes.co.uk,
This rear-suspension model is powerful and nimble enough for hazardous terrain. A relaxed ride will suit advanced and elementary riders equally.

Pinnacle Cobalt 1

evanscycles.com,
An entry-level mountain bike with extra versatility thanks to suspension forks that lock out for road use if you need more control. Ideal for commuting and weekend off-roading.

Scott Genius 700SL

tweekscycles.com,
This beautiful cross-country beast costs a packet but has a carbon frame, so it’s light and tough. It has bigger wheels, disc brakes and full suspension so you can ride for hours.

Specialized Hardrock 26

wheelies.co.uk,
The Hardrock is an ideal starter if you want the confidence and safety of front suspension. It’s well specced and available in sizes down to a 13, to suit someone under 5ft.

Giant Anthem X2

giant-bicycles.com,
An enjoyable fast, aggressive – and pricey – full-suspension bike. The impressively lightweight frame is sturdy and responsive. Great for cross-country or races.

Trek Fuel EX 5

cyclecentreuk.co.uk,
It’s not advisable to skimp on a full-suspension bike or you’ll struggle with the weight of the rear suspension. A braking pivot means the suspension’s active even when braking.

Ridgeback x0.4

simpsoncycles.co.uk,
This hardtail – suspension up front, rigid at the rear – has 29in wheels for better grip and bounce. Fast, responsive and well-priced, it is well-built, as you’d expect from Ridgeback.

Trek Neko WSD

alpinebikes.com,
Trek’s WSD range is designed for women’s body dimensions: bikes may have shorter cranks, a shorter top tube or smaller brake levers, for instance. The Neko is lively and capable.

Family bikes:
Pashley Princess Sovereign

fudgescyclestore.com,
Pashley – England’s longest-established bike manufacturer – epitomises elegant, classic design. This basket-equipped ladies’ bike, with skirt guard and mudguards, is delightful.

Ridgeback Avenida 6

tredz.co.uk,
Designed for a laid-back amble along a beachfront promenade or a gentle mill along a flat country road. It has a comfortable upright riding position and the suspension seat-post makes bumps a doddle.

Momentum Open Frame

cyclesolutions.co.uk,
This open-frame bike – also available in a men’s version – has a comfortable saddle, sleek aluminium frame and plenty of style. It’s tough enough for a commute and carefree enough for weekend jaunts.

Real Classic Deluxe

halfords.com,
A convincing and attractive retro design with hub brakes for minimal maintenance. Five speeds, a light stepthrough frame, dynamo-driven lights, a rear luggage rack and a comfy saddle.

Pashley Roadster Classic

evanscycles.com,
Pashley’s Roadster is instantly recognisable thanks to its large wheels and defiantly upright riding position. Well-built and intensely traditional. Don’t go looking for innovations, but charm is the key with Pashley.

Children’s bikes:
IslaBikes Beinn 24

islabikes.co.uk,
Stunningly well made, from materials usually reserved for adult cycles, and with 24 gears so children won’t be put off by hills. IslaBikes will also take it in part-exchange for the next.

Trek MT 60 Girl’s

trekbikes.com,
Like a mountain bike, but smaller: with re-sized brakes, gears and adjustable components to make it last longer. Handlebars adjust to suit the rider. A great starter bike.

Specialized Hotwalk

houseoffraser.co.uk,
This light and strong aluminium walking bike is a great introduction to cycling. It has 12in wheels and sporty tyres to build confidence. Also available in pink

Pinnacle Koto

evanscycles.com,
Exclusive to Evans Cycles, this is designed for all-round use. The 16in wheels – and smaller training ones – are perfect for younger cyclists to start out on. A range of cool colours.

Carrera Detonate

halfords.com,
A full-suspension mountain bike to make off-roading a pleasure. Aimed at boys aged eight to 10, with 24in wheels, disc brakes and a cool design. Well-made, light, good value.

My secret language

I always find really interesting how important is our body language, so here there is a fantastic link which explains it perfectly.

So for those with no clue about it here is the basic description:
Body language refers to various forms of nonverbal communication, wherein a person may reveal clues as to some unspoken intention or feeling through their physical behavior.

For example in an interview your body language is trully important as it will show instantly how confident you are, they said as well that the first impression takes place in the few minutes, and then your full profile was created in second.

I guess our moms had a special training at night as they are 100% acurated.

There are so many tips to change it and make sure you sell yourself as the King or Queen of the universe but nobody will control it 100%, so let’s be more confident in a natural and real way but that is a another story.

So enjoy it and let’s start reading bodies now 😉

I wanna be famous…

It seems this society is going bananas, so I had a simple idea let’s make it real for a second.

How much affect your life being a famous person, no idea and no interest but if you want to try without complications you must try this Fake front magazine http://www.yourcover.com/

Now you can live the dream 😉

And this is a free https://pixlr.com/editor/ and simple option for those with fear of using photoshop.

And of course, it could be an unique present for somebody special 😉

Enjoy it!

Crazy Crowdfunding

If you are thinking using crowdfunding for any personal project, keep going there is hope for you too 😉

Kurt Braunohler one day decided to start his dream “to write silly stuff in the sky”, no corny stuff either, just simple silly phrases.

He started asking 4000usd to write expresions like:
Oh my god I am flying!
clouds4ever
How do I land?

With 10000usd he was suggesting a conversation XD

Even he was happy to get married with the person donating 4000usd, none paid that amount 😉 but 1000usd was paid for a single person.

So here is the video proving that anything is possible.

Here some of the links if you want to try http://www.crowdfunding.com/

Israel vs Palestine

This is a fantastic animation done by Nina Paley, originally posted on Vimeo.
In the end of this video appear the text “Copying is an Act of Love, please copy and share. copyheart.org”. So, here it is.

LYRIC:

The Exodus Song, “This Land is Mine”
(Lyrics by Pat Boone. Sung by Andy Williams)

This land is mine
God gave this land to me

This brave and ancient land to me
And when the morning sun
Reveals her hills and plains
Then I see a land
Where children can run free.

So take my hand
And walk this land with me
And walk this lovely land with me
Tho’ I am just a man

When you are by my side

With the help of God
I know I can be strong.

Tho’ I am just a man

When you are by my side

With the help of God
I know I can be strong.

To make this land our home

If I must fight

I’ll fight to make this land our own.
Until I die this land is mine!

Procrastination amen!

Yes, I have to confess that during the last weeks I got this illness and it decided to stay with me.

I tried different things to get rid off it and nothing is working yet so help please!!!

So I have decided to find out how to find a solution otherwise I will spleep forever zzz

Procrastination is the practice of carrying out less urgent tasks in preference to more urgent ones, or doing more pleasurable things in place of less pleasurable ones, and thus putting off impending tasks to a later time, sometimes to the “last minute” before the deadline.

The pleasure principle may be responsible for procrastination; one may prefer to avoid negative emotions, and to delay stressful tasks. The belief that one works best under pressure provides an additional incentive to the postponement of tasks.
Some psychologists cite such behavior as a mechanism for coping with the anxiety associated with starting or completing any task or decision.

Steel indicated in 2010 that anxiety is just as likely to get people to start working early as late and the focus should be impulsiveness. That is, anxiety will cause people to delay only if they are impulsive.

So, now that we known what procastination is, let’s fin ways to deal with it.

How to Overcome Procrastination
Follow these steps to deal with and control procrastination:

Step 1: Recognize That You’re Procrastinating
If you’re honest with yourself, you probably know when you’re procrastinating. But to be sure, take our Are You a Procrastinator? self test.

Here are some useful indicators that will help you know when you’re procrastinating:

•Filling your day with low priority tasks from your To Do List.
•Reading e-mails several times without starting work on them or deciding what you’re going to do with them.
•Sitting down to start a high-priority task, and almost immediately going off to make a cup of coffee.
•Leaving an item on your To Do list for a long time, even though you know it’s important.
•Regularly saying “Yes” to unimportant tasks that others ask you to do, and filling your time with these instead of getting on with the important tasks already on your list.
•Waiting for the “right mood” or the “right time” to tackle the important task at hand.

Step 2: Work Out WHY You’re Procrastinating

Step 3: Adopt Anti-Procrastination Strategies
Procrastination is a habit – a deeply ingrained pattern of behavior. That means that you won’t just break it overnight. Habits only stop being habits when you have persistently stopped practising them, so use as many approaches as possible to maximize your chances of beating procrastination. Some tips will work better for some people than for others, and for some tasks than others. And, sometimes, you may simply need to try a fresh approach to beat the “procrastination peril”!

These general tips will help motivate you to get moving:

•Make up your own rewards. For example, promise yourself a piece of tasty flapjack at lunchtime if you’ve completed a certain task. And make sure you notice how good it feels to finish things!
•Ask someone else to check up on you. Peer pressure works! This is the principle behind slimming and other self-help groups, and it is widely recognized as a highly effective approach.
•Identify the unpleasant consequences of NOT doing the task.
•Work out the cost of your time to your employer. As your employers are paying you to do the things that they think are important, you’re not delivering value for money if you’re not doing those things. Shame yourself into getting going!
If you’re pocrastinating because you’re disorganized, here’s how to get organized!

•Keep a To-Do list so that you can’t “conveniently” forget about unpleasant or overwhelming tasks.
•Become a master of scheduling and project planning, so that you know when to start those all-important projects.
•Set yourself time-bound goals : that way, you’ll have no time for procrastination!
•Focus on one task at a time.
If you’re putting off starting a project because you find it overwhelming, you need to take a different approach. Here are some tips:

•Break the project into a set of smaller, more manageable tasks. You may find it helpful to create an action plan .
•Start with some quick, small tasks if you can, even if these aren’t the logical first actions. You’ll feel that you’re achieving things, and so perhaps the whole project won’t be so overwhelming after all.
If you’re procrastinating because you find the task unpleasant:

•Many procrastinators overestimate the unpleasantness of a task. So give it a try! You may find that it’s not as bad as you thought!
•Hold the unpleasant consequences of not doing the work at the front of your mind.
•Reward yourself for doing the task.
Finally, if you’re procrastinating because you can’t decide what action to take, and are putting off making a decision because you’re nervous about making the wrong choice, see our decision-making section. This teaches a range of powerful and effective decision-making techniques.

Remember: the longer you can spend without procrastinating, the greater your chances of breaking this destructive habit for good

I have to confess, this is too much copy and paste but at least I have a new post to keep going with my blog 😉

So all the best for you 🙂