4.0 out of 5 stars
Name: AudioQuest Diamond 2-m (6.56-ft) Braided HDMI Cable
ASIN: B003CT2A2M
Price: $1,099.99
Solid Perfect-Surface Silver (PSS) Conductors
Low Jitter, Low Distortion Audio
Signal Conductors Controlled for Digital Audio Direction
Bi-Directional Ethernet Communication and Audio Return Channel Enabled
Dielectric-Bias System (DBS US Pat # 7,126,055) Significantly Improves Audio Performance
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436 of 447 people found the following review helpful
Beware of knockoffs
By Batuhan Demirci, October 12, 2012
I once almost bought a cubic zirconia cable, but remember the two main differences: the white diamond HDMI cable should refract white light as shades of gray, and the cubic zirconia cables are not brought to you by African warlords. Support your local warlord; only buy real diamonds.
32 of 32 people found the following review helpful
Amazing!
By Jared Lekites, January 18, 2013
My cats just love to chew on it. In fact, they’ve chewed on it so much that the diamond layer has been encrusted to their teeth. Now they each have their own tiny cat grills. Unfortunately, some of them have died in gang-related accidents.
62 of 62 people found the following review helpful
Fireproof
By Ethan Fortier, January 13, 2013
I used to think that the cable was too expensive, but I then realized how wrong I was when my house burnt down to nothingness. The diamond luckily saved the HDMI cable. Since my house burns down on a regular basis, buying this HDMI cable was quite a worthwhile investment. It also stimulates the economy in Africa, so +1. Would buy again, and again, and again, and again…
102 of 111 people found the following review helpful
Perfect length, questionable quality
By Rachel, January 13, 2013
I’d been searching high and low for a 6.56-feet HDMI cable. There are times when 6.5 feet is too short and 6.6 feet is just WAY too long. The AudioQuest cable seemed to be an absolute steal for a cable that met my exact needs. I’m not at all pleased with the quality, though. I tried to tow my mother’s Pontiac Aztec out of a ditch with this cable, and it snapped immediately. I’m sorry, but I really expected greater tensile strength. The search continues.
125 of 133 people found the following review helpful
Oh my God, it’s full of stars
By Tain L Barzso, August 22, 2012
When I opened my eyes, I was stunned speechless by the breathtaking clarity; 1080P had transformed into what seemed to be a gateway into something never before imaginable: infinite black, infinite color, and infinite picture. As I watched my own life pass before my eyes, I felt that the cable itself was judging me. I lost track of where the TV began and I ended.
29 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Low-Jitter, Low-Distortion Audio
By Russ Stedman, January 13, 2013
Low-Jitter, Low-Distortion Audio? For this price, you’d think they could at least accomplish NO DISTORTION! I watch The Fresh Prince Of Bel Air, and Carlton sounds like a Sleestack with tuberculosis. Next time, I’ll just wire the RCA audio outputs on my TV into my karaoke machine, and at least I can sing along with Daughtry! Confounded!
Fury Martial Arts Folding Grappling Hook
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4.2 out of 5 stars
Name: Fury Martial Arts Folding Grappling Hook with Black Cord, Midnight Black
ASIN: B0009PGVG8
Price: $16.75
Used by ninjas to scale walls, climb trees, and aid in quick escapes. This grappling hook by Fury has been specially designed to fold flat when not in use. Heavy duty midnight black finished steel hook is compact and easy to carry and comes with a 33-foot nylon rope. Originally a ninja warrior necessity, this grappling hook has many other practical uses as well. The military uses grappling hooks to help remove obstacles from a distance, especially when they are suspected of being rigged with explosives. And as the name suggests, you can throw the grappling hook to an item and drag it back to you. Especially useful for out of reach or dangerous items making this Fury Grappling Hook a necessity for your survival gear bag. Not recommended for children or climbing.
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434 of 462 people found the following review helpful
Economy choice for today’s ninja
By Ellis Bell “Ellis Bell”, June 10, 2009
As an entry-level ninja in today’s weakened economy, I must watch my budget on equipment and supplies. I haven’t yet qualified for health benefits, and the union for ninjas isn’t the most effective, so I have little to back me up in case of a catastrophic injury. Although most assume I have the REAL ultimate power from the outset, being an entry-level ninja requires a long climb to the top. So, for the ninja on the go, this is the ideal item for the price-conscious ninja needing an effective grappling hook at a price point that won’t offend your sensei or your sensibility. Just last week, I was infiltrating the offices of a large, multinational bank on a small assassination mission, and—wouldn’t you know it?—my old hook just snapped in two as I hoisted myself up to the 17th floor. I nearly fell a rather devastating distance to the ground. I am so glad I had this hook at the ready as a backup! I was able to hoist myself back to safety after a quick throw (most of my free time is, in fact, spent flying with the aid of this hook). I will, of course, buy another, now that my backup hook is now my primary hook, although I think that next time I scale an office building, I’ll take the elevator instead. Or I’ll just totally flip out, and that would be sweet.
25 of 25 people found the following review helpful
Best choice for gunrunning operation!
By Juan Todd Mann, June 23, 2013
During my twenty-year career gunrunning small arms across the US-Mexican border from West Texas, I’ve tried all kinds of climbing-assist tools to facilitate hops over border fences and other obstacles. The ACE Ninja Folding Grappling Hook w/Black Finish & Rope is by far the best I’ve ever used. Unlike inferior-grade folding grappling hooks that tend to use lower-grade, wobbly hinges at the folding points, the ACE product uses high-quality fasteners with a sturdy feel. The only reason I’m giving this product 4 stars instead of 5 is that the included black nylon rope is slightly too short to traverse the new, higher border fences mandated under the Secure Fence Act of 2006.
Resting position for Hero Edge.
Hero Edge, Folding Grappling Hook with Rope. Does not fold by design and a false claim.
6,702 of 6,774 people found the following review helpful
Got Me Past the TSA
By George Takei, June 23, 2013
While traveling to the recent Osaka Ninja-World Annual Gala and Silent Auction, I decided not to check a bag. After all, my mask, robe, and slippers neatly fit into my pink Hello Kitty knapsack, cinched tight across both shoulders. I don’t know why I decided to bring my Ninja Folding Grappling Hook, or why I thought I could walk through security with it. First mistake.
“What is that?” demanded the TSA agent, who looked remarkably like Nikki Minaj. Perhaps it was because she appeared well prepared to cast ample “shade” my way.
“It’s a grappling hook. Haven’t you ever seen one?” Second mistake.
“You can’t carry weapons on board,” she intoned, gesturing to the prohibited list, then inspecting a chipped nail.
“It’s not a weapon, and grappling hooks aren’t on this list,” I pointed out, in my good-natured tone. Third mistake. “Aerosols, oxygen tanks, box cutters, but no grap—”
“You’ll have to check it, grandpa,” she interrupted, her head tipped to one side, a challenge. “No exceptions.” The woman in front of me gave me a sympathetic look. She apparently was trying to bring on a dozen Russian nesting dolls, whi
ch were being opened one-by-one by an increasingly incredulous agent. I understood that I’d have to take matters into my own hands. I retreated from the line, then found an empty stall in a nearby restroom. From my HK knapsack I removed my approved ninja attire, then located an air duct by removing a single ceiling tile. (This doesn’t just work in movies—it’s actually a known thing.) The duct led me to a Jamba Juice not far from the security area. I dropped down behind the counter unseen, then slipped past a family from Topeka with a single “Shhhh!” to my lips and a toss of an orange to the overweight 10-year-old son. “Eat this instead,” I suggested to the bewildered lad. Slipping along the sheer wall of the secure area (yes, sheer—F you—I’m a ninja), I spied a support beam high above on the other side, perfect for my grappling hook. I created a distraction by releasing two mice into the line. (This is also a known thing.) “Nikki” seemed particularly distraught by the mice ploy, shrieking “Lord, oh Lord, oh Lord!!” to my deep satisfaction. During the pandemonium, I swung unseen, as ninjas will, over the security area. Check it, grandpa, indeed.
9 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Five Minutes of Fun
By Lulabelle, June 20, 2008
My son just had to spend some birthday money on this and while I knew it was not the real thing, I let him give it a try. It was fun for about five minutes. You are not going to be able to scale buildings, or even climb a tree, with it. You could, however, put someone’s eye out!
67 of 86 people found the following review helpful
Be Careful!
By Equincu Ocha, June 27, 2009
The manufacturer failed to mention that when you purchase this, you are automatically enrolled in the Hatano-Tokugawa clan war. I don’t have time to deal with an honor dispute dating from feudal Japan; I have a job and things to do. I can’t very well up and leave work because someone is trying to assassinate me. In all fairness, though, I did not find myself at a disadvantage when I came upon dilemmas which could be overcome by a skillful application of rope climbing. Unfortunately, this model doesn’t hold up well to being submerged. I tried some deep-sea ascension, and now it just doesn’t seem to work right anymore.
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Customer Questions & Answers
When was the last time y’all saw an 800-pound ninja in need of a grappling hook?
Last Tuesday.
Scott answered on June 23, 2013
You can’t see ninjas, silly. That’s why they’re ninjas.
FoodieDuo answered on June 23, 2013
Vacuum Cleaner White Noise
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Name: Vacuum Cleaner White Noise (MP3)
ASIN: B00149CYNC
Price: $16.75
Description: (not available)
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
An hour of noise = an hour of peace
By J. Finkel “Jack of Trades”, April 9, 2010
The Colic Sweep MP3 track is one hour of monotonous vacuum cleaner white noise. It is not like what you would hear if you turned on your own vacuum and started cleaning house. The sound is dominated by hissing airflow with less motor sound than most vacuums and changes almost imperceptibly throughout the track. This ends up producing a sound that is a little more annoying than a real vacuum but closer to white noise and something you can fall asleep to fairly easily after the first night or two. The effect on my 3-week-old baby was at least as calming as the other white noise I’ve played. It is demonstrably more effective than this heartbeat CD, Stops Crying—Heartbeat Music Therapy CD #3 (Jesus Loves Me Fast Asleep) and at a much cheaper price. Of course, you can just “shush” your baby for free, but I think most parents would agree that is not the best option. My only complaint is that the track is a WHOLE HOUR long. I would have preferred a track that seamlessly loops and is about 10 minutes long. This would make it easier to decide how long you want the cd to play.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Enchanted by White Noise
By Miss Scratch, September 1, 2012
“Vacuum Cleaner White Noise” features an hour of noise generated from a vacuum cleaner. The sound editing is good, despite the monotony of the noise, and it is not loud or irritating. I have a particular fondness for vacuum cleaners. They’re cute. This is much better than letting an actual vacuum run for an hour. I enjoy it as background noise while studying and driving. I am not sure whether the sound is looped somewhere in the sixty minutes or if it is an unbroken recording. While listening, I picked up elements of airflow, motor, and subtle hissing. There is a sort of rhythm to it.
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Cat Evacuation Kit
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3.2 out of 5 stars
Name: Ready America 77100 Cat Evacuation Kit
ASIN: B0020MLI5C
Price: $59.99
Ready America Grab ’n’ Go Cat Evacuation Kit. Be prepared for disasters and emergencies before they hit! The Ready America Grab ’n’ Go Cat Evacuation Kit is perfect for short evacuation emergencies for you and your cat.
5-Year-Shelf-Life Cat Food
3 Water Pouches
4.225-oz. Pet Water Bowl
Cat Collar with Toy Mouse
Cat Treats
Cat Litter Pan
Bag of Cat Litter
Litter Scoop
Pet Wipes
Pet ID Tag
3 Antiseptic Cleansing Wipes
1” Gauze Roll
Triple Antibiotic Ointment Packet
1 Pair Nitrile Gloves
Pet Carrier (which fits under airline seats)
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597 of 641 people found the following review helpful
Too Heavy
By Mr.Build, September 7, 2011
My main issue with this kit is that the bag is too heavy for my cat to carry and there is no way to strap it to his back. To be honest, it seems like they made this kit for a person or at the very least a very large and strong cat. I tried for several hours to get my cat to carry this kit during our emergency drill, and it was pretty much impossible. Also the gloves in the kit are clearly meant for a human and not a cat. Other than that I guess it’s a good kit, but they need to make everything the proper size for your average American cat.
3 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Good for the average cat
By Schrodinger, April 11, 2013
I decided to keep the cat in the bag as well as the rest of the kit. That way, when an emergency comes, he and the kit will be in the same place. He has been in the bag since I bought it 3 months ago. I’m sure he’s still OK, but I’m afraid to open the bag.
15 of 26 people found the following review helpful
Not for cats only!
By Jerome Albertson, March 11, 2012
Let’s face it, everybody, I’m an “on the go” sort of guy. And most people are, in today’s “hectic” world of computers and mobile homes. There’s just no time to relax between my important meetings with the parole officer, liquor store runs, “research time” at the public library, and dates with Carla. That’s why I keep this kit with me at all times, so I can “evacuate” my pet raccoon Curly when I need to. For example, just the other day I was sleeping at the magazine section in the library when that desk clerk Raylene (my archnemesis!) came and told me to get the raccoon out of the library. Before she could even get her supervisor, me and Curly were outta there and on to Bert’s Quik Stop to pick up some FUNYUNS. Sometimes bad emergencies happen, and the kit is good for that, too. I’ll never forget a time I tried developing my homemade flamethrower with vodka, PVC pipe, and my BIC lighter. Didn’t work out like planned! I had
to evacuate and hide from my angry landlord for the longest time. Even though I had to wear a disguise and go by the name “Juan Montigez” for six whole months, I felt good knowing that Curly made it out safe in the emergency kit. Since you never know when the next fire or accidental chemical spill is going to happen (Sorry, Jim!), you gotta have this thing with you and your pet at all times. I give this “5 STARS” because it always comes in handy. Even with all of the items in the “kit,” there is still room for your pet and a six-pack of ice-cold Miller. And it is not “just for cats”—this kit works great for raccoons, possums, gerbils, and all types of rodents. (I haven’t tested it with ferrets yet, so “buyer be careful” on that one.) Anyway, time to stop talking and start evacuating! Go get one of these today and get “on the go”!
31 of 64 people found the following review helpful
My bad…thought it had a parachute!
By Splat, October 7, 2011
Nice product, but since it was made out of parachute-looking material, I thought it had one. My bad, and another lesson learned to read ALL DIRECTIONS FIRST. We did a trial run with our cat from our high-rise apartment, and I expected the chute to be open by the 20th floor. It does wash out nicely, just hose the inside, shake out debris/parts, let it air dry—and good as new.
Ultratelephoto Zoom Lens for Canon
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4.4 out of 5 stars
Name: Sigma 200–500-mm, f/2.8, APO EX DG Ultratelephoto Zoom Lens for Canon DSLR Cameras
ASIN: B0013D8VDQ
Price: $25,999.00
This ultratelephoto zoom lens offers a fast aperture of f/2.8 at the 500-mm focal length and f/5.6 at the 1000-mm. It covers widely-used focal lengths from 200 mm to 500 mm and has a large aperture of f/2.8 throughout the entire zoom range. This lens can be used to create amazing image expression with various types of photography such as astrophotography, portraiture, wildlife, and sport. SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass and three ELD (Extraordinary Low Dispersion) glass elements provide excellent correction for all types of aberrations. The supermultilayer coating reduces flare and ghosting and provides high image quality from the extremely large aperture. The lens hood, designed exclusively for this lens, blocks out extraneous light. A 72-mm filter can be inserted at the rear of the lens, and a circular polarizing filter can be used in situ thanks to the ingenious internal rotation mechanism. The dedicated Li-ion battery BP-21 is used to power the zooming and AF operations. This battery is built into the lens barrel. For the convenience of the photographer, focusing distances and focal lengths can be viewed on the lens’s built-in LCD panel.
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