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(...) Dave, maybe if you spent more time building a robot, and less time figuring out why your tranny is FUBAR, you would have a good robot. ;) ME, im swinging. :) Chris (19 years ago, 13-Sep-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Awww, that sounds like fun! BUT... sadly (for me, happily for others) I'm going to miss dinner this month...(it's my sons birthday... so I have a date with a pizza, a cake, lots of presents and some head to head video game challenges.) See you (...) (19 years ago, 13-Sep-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) how about at your place? we can have a building party (or just wreck whatever feeble attempt you currently have at a swinging 'bot) Dave K (19 years ago, 12-Sep-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Tied up? how are your reaching the keyboard? well, no matter you have between now and This friday to decide how your going to make it to Swiss Chalet, this Friday, at or about 7:30. i will be late, cause of work. Chris (...) (19 years ago, 12-Sep-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I'm tied up and can't make dinner... :( -Rob A> (...) (19 years ago, 12-Sep-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Guys, (and gals) anyone know when dinner is? anyone? how about where? anyone? Chris man, sure is quiet. everyone must me fearing the GREAT bot build of aught 7. man its going to be big. it going to be fun, and its going to be at a different (...) (19 years ago, 12-Sep-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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So, dave, how goes the swinging? Chris (19 years ago, 8-Sep-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Hmm. I just ran out back and tried it, accomplishing "starting" in about 2 seconds. I didn't think it was hard (and yes, the swing was still, and yes, I didn't touch anything). I agree it's a very good game, however. And for my next trick, (...) (19 years ago, 23-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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yeah- It's kind of like trying to start walking on a frictionless surface :) -Rob A> (...) (19 years ago, 22-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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So i was at the play ground with the kids, you know, playing on the monkey bars, when i realized that the game was SWINGing. so, off to the swing set i went. my question. anyone actually TRYED to swing from a stand still, WITHOUT touching the (...) (19 years ago, 21-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) did someone say PANCAKES?! im in. when? where? Chris (19 years ago, 17-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Never read the others. "Enders Game" was my favorite, even if it had had nothing but Battle School and the zero-G "capture the flag" scenes. Not only is it an example of true 3-D thinking on a book (rare enough... ever wonder why the Kligons (...) (19 years ago, 17-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) MMM pancakes! Steve (19 years ago, 17-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(URL) Enders Game (which was brilliant, btw), Xenocide was my personal fav. of the series. I found that the Peter Wiggin/Bean books were more to do with politics and war (much like Bourne movies) and the Ender series to be more sci-fi--especially (...) (19 years ago, 17-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) (Monty Python voice over) (URL) (19 years ago, 16-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I haven't added a name yet, it's hard to pick one. Just thought of "The Swing's The Thing" this evening; Google pulled up a lot of golf references, so it must be kid-safe, right? Cheers, Wayne. (19 years ago, 16-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) "doo-ah, doo-ah, doo-ah, doo-ah, doo-ah, doo-ah, doo-ah, doo-ah, doo-ah" -Rob A> (19 years ago, 15-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Dont I always?? Wink. I have some that arent quite so "questionable" such as these nice kid friendly ones like... "Backyard Swing" "Swing, k'ching" "Porch Swing" "Do the Swing Thing" Oh, okay, I admit it, when I have to be kid friendly, I'm (...) (19 years ago, 15-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I agree pretty much. It is a bust. The golden gate bridge was nice as well as the niagara falls diorama. I've seen a much better train station built by Derek Raycraft and a much better CN Tower built by Alan Bedford!!! Over 70% of the display (...) (19 years ago, 15-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(URL) i'm posting it--for you star wars fans... See how good I am to you? Dave K (19 years ago, 15-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I like the new web sight. I think a quick link to this post, or a re-wording of it would help people recall where and what rope we will be using: (URL) whats in a good name? I think in honor of Brian Davis(1), we should refer to "swinging." (...) (19 years ago, 15-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(URL) was at hte falls the other day with friends, and they asked if I wanted to go in. It didn't look that interesting so I didn't bother. Turns out that it isn't worth the admission anyway, according to some. So there you are. Dave K (19 years ago, 15-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I like that swung the highest option for the win condition. That can be judged by the angle of the rope, removing any fiddlely bits of the robot from making it look like it's swinging higher then it is. Derek (19 years ago, 15-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Following up on the discussions at our recent dinner, I have posted the details for our next robotics competition at rtltoronto.com. Comments and suggestions pertaining to the contest or website are welcome. A good name for this contest would be (...) (19 years ago, 15-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Nice Idea! (...) just like in the original toy. And then maybe you can make a very long car with multiple hinges such as the car looks like a long caterpillar. :-) Bye. (19 years ago, 13-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Wow, and how about when I told you, you should grow your hair long, join a rock and roll band, and buy a Harley??? Guys only listen when they want to. Wink. I would love to make it to the dinner... but my new (URL) flying car> is in the shop. (...) (19 years ago, 10-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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Janey said I need to post about the dinner tomorow. So i am. check the web page for more info Chris (19 years ago, 10-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Rice bowls, fish bowls, tomato, tomato. (...) Ewwww my version has NO teal, but you are right, perfect use for yours, giggle. (...) looks great. Looking forward to our other combined projects as well. Shhhh its a secret. Janey "Red Brick" (19 years ago, 7-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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While searching china town for rice bowl's, Janey and I saw a cool wooden toy. Janey, decided we should try to make one out of lego. (URL) I saw the toy, I thought that I could try to make it out of a few of the "new grey" 16L technic beams I (...) (19 years ago, 7-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto) !
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Chris Magno wrote: <snip> (...) Wouldn't you rather have 3 Gregs than 1 Wil Wheaton? The two surplus Gregs make a better human shield than one Start Trek guy, while Greg-Prime can continue to churn out art and make you (...) (19 years ago, 5-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) OHHhhh i think i grok the subject line now. (after janey explained it to me) its not wil is 3 times less than greg, its LEET speek for Wil LOVES greg. the 3 and > are a "heart" wow. who knew. Chris (19 years ago, 4-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Ya, it was a lot of fun building that Mozaic. I got to do two and half panels. Derek (...) (19 years ago, 4-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) with Ace Kim, Gary McIntire, Erik Varszegi and I for Star Wars Celebration IV in LA. Its a great piece that I'm very proud of (built 9 of the panels myself). Steve (19 years ago, 3-Aug-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(URL) (19 years ago, 30-Jul-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) i bought 2 but have parsed the pieces into my collection. if you just want the pieces, I can put one together for ya Dave (19 years ago, 23-Jul-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Guys (and Janey) Do any of you have the original Technic Mars Rover sets that you'd be willing to part with? I remember they were on clearance at Walmart a few Christmases ago for 25 bucks and I did not pick any up because I am stupid. I know this (...) (19 years ago, 19-Jul-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) yep, and much like your TSA making people take off there stinky shoes, and removing all liquids before getting on a plane, this latest attack from Dave, and Derek, will force the TSA to require all people to use a more secure computer system. (...) (19 years ago, 16-Jul-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) ah-HA! I *knew* there was a simple explaination! Brickshelf has gone down because of a terrorist attack from Canada. We will be contacting homeland security immediately. (19 years ago, 16-Jul-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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huh? WHAT did you two do now? geesh! Chris (19 years ago, 16-Jul-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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xkcd is the best comic of all times.... (URL) that might apply to swinging too..... And guess what? I'll actually see whoever is there tonight! -Rob A> (...) (19 years ago, 13-Jul-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(URL) 'cause i liked the block stacking competitions the best... :) Dave K (19 years ago, 13-Jul-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hello there! I'm going to Seoul, Korea in a few months for business, and was wondering if any one knew 'ANYTHING' about Lego in Korea... Do major department stores stock newer sets...are the prices similar?!? Is there any Korean-Canadians out there (...) (19 years ago, 11-Jul-07, to lugnet.loc.kr, lugnet.admin.general, lugnet.off-topic.geek, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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OK, short and sweet. This Friday, the 13th. Be there. 7 pm Swiss Chalet 5487 Dundas Street West if you are the first person there just grab a table for 6 to 8. they know us there. Chris (19 years ago, 10-Jul-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) read? i thought i was required to just post links, so people could see that i know how to use google. (URL) read the wiki. who knew? Chris (19 years ago, 9-Jul-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) You know, sometimes it's worth reading the articles you sight. :-) "Silly Putty will stick to soft plastics, rugs, and clothing, but can be removed using rubbing alcohol (baby wipes), codliver oil, or WD-40." Derek (19 years ago, 8-Jul-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) WoW, see, this is why i like rtlToronto, within a few hours of my post, I got a mail from Oliver, suggesting a few products to remove the Silly Putty, and I just happen to have some WD-40. Sure enough, it worked like a charm. Pneumatic tubes (...) (19 years ago, 9-Jul-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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So, I'm watching the kids. It's raining, and by 10 am, cabin fever is setting in. Sure, Im ~thinking~ about releasing them to the outside, but decide against it. what to do? I know, I will show my Three and Four year old's the wonder that is Silly (...) (19 years ago, 8-Jul-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Janey Cook wrote: > In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Chris Magno wrote: > >> I win. :) > >> Chris > > Yep, you win! (snip) > thank you. > Gee, you would think someone that just became Technic Control Center complete > would be a bit more gracious. Thank (...) (19 years ago, 4-Jul-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Snipped a bunch of crying. (...) Blah, blah, blah... (...) Yep, you win! I will take the loss, with just a touch of revenge. Oh btw, dont forget I have a key and Im not afraid to use it. (Evil laugh) Gee, you would think someone that just (...) (19 years ago, 4-Jul-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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~~~~~ WARNING ~~~~~~~ links to wav file that might not be suitable for the young, AND was stuff that was broadcast on NBC TV. ~~~~~~ warning ~~~~~~~~ (...) At this time, I want to really Thank, Tim, and Thomas (who sent me more info via email). (...) (19 years ago, 4-Jul-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Trust me, I have way more bits evidence than "five rocks" that you are a nut job. Im glad the game proved to be real... now can we talk about all those voices you are hearing??? Janey "Oh yeah, ~now~ I recall knucklebones! Red Brick" (19 years ago, 4-Jul-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(URL) (19 years ago, 3-Jul-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Yep, Thats whats rattling in my brain right now. Janey thinks i'm a nut job. As a small child, I recall a simple game called - "five rocks" I tried to show janey this game, where you would find five small, similar sized rocks, and proceed to play a (...) (19 years ago, 3-Jul-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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HEY! who is in charge here? I need to know when the RTL dinner is? you know the one that is held on the 2nd friday of every month? anyone? Wayne? Wayne? Buler? then, once we all know that the dinner will be at swiss chalet and at 7, and on friday (...) (19 years ago, 29-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) ohhh, i can ADD all right, 1 + 1 = 3 jeesh! Chris (19 years ago, 20-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) And then there's my friend, Chris, who really must've been the first kid born with ADD Patience, grasshopper! The website does load faster! Dave K (19 years ago, 20-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Oh cool... I just listened to your post dial up! Oh the good ol' days ..... I soooooo miss the years it used to take me to download a three minute and thirty three second song. Janey "High Speed is over rated, and Google is stupid, Red Brick" (19 years ago, 20-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) dave, upgrading to THIS dont count. (URL) (19 years ago, 20-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Once 'Invite To Chat' is implemented a few people will be getting invites. I'll put you on the mental list I'm keeping. (...) Are you only presuming that because it's so mature? (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) And if you closed your eyes during that, you missed seeing the F4 before you heard it. And also hose-head over there did the victory roll with his hands--who's suppose to see that on an album, you dimtwit!! (...) Did our lawyers talk to ya? (...) (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Chris Magno wrote: <snip> (...) For you and you alone, we increased the bandwidth of our website. So you can see all these clone knock-off pics in all their 1024 x 768 glory here-- (URL) just realised I didn't link the (...) (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, David Koudys wrote: <snip JLUG originated banter> (...) It's a beauty way go. (...) Take off, eh? Jude (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) > (URL) is the Capt hand? "love boat" eh? (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) now THAT is a referance from the past. (...) funny enuff, no, some of those phrases come right from here on Lugnet Chris (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Y'know, sometimes I feel like I've missed the boat--it's like, 'Hey Gavin MacLeod! Put your hat on--You're blinding me with your head!!' Maybe I shoudl frequent JLug more to get in on all this wonderful banter (1) Dave K 1 - I'm just presuming (...) (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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David Koudys wrote: (snip the rage against the machine) > > But I prevailed and finally got the thing together-- > > (URL) > > The spinning disk doesn't work well at all, and the rest pretty much equally > sucks. > > So a 'heads up', TLC. The only (...) (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Indeed. A justaposed dichotomy if ever there was one. (...) Yes. She's one of the good ones. (...) I don’t know what I’m going to do, but I’ll certainly be visting JLUG less in future. (...) Grok the fullness. Cheers Richie Dulin (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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So I'm at the Dollarrama this evening, perusing for paperclips with the missus, when I happened upon this-- (URL) "Star Soldier Gaaki" Now where have I seen this before? Oh right-- (URL) Set 4868 - 4868 Rahaga Gaaki> So wasting 1 dollar (and it (...) (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.dear-lego, FTX)
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(...) Mistress? dude, umm i mean Jude, wait till JLUG is back, i'll tell ya stories Chris (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) TLC? The Learning Channel ? WOW dave, what are you doing on TV? i love the learning channel! do you like techno? Silent J (URL) (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) But I don't think it'll win. (...) Janey' a real asset to the community, for sure. (...) I think you should internalise things and move on. (...) A true tour de force to be reckoned with. Cheers, Allister (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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So Dave was nowhere to be found when jLug crahsed... Hmmmm... almos tlike Clark Kent's never around when Superman's out saving Lois Lane... I wonder... (strokes chin thoughtfully....) As Bart Simpson was so famous for saying (for 15 minutes (...) (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) It's just a turn of phrase. (...) I'm sure there's a lot of work behind the scenes going on. (...) This kind of sentiment accomplishes nothing. Spotlighted. Thanks for sharing. Cheers Richie Dulin (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Im working on it (well not really, its out of my hands). Its just a waiting game now, and not exclusive to JLUG. (The problem is being worked on currently, No indication when it will be fixed tho.) My apologies to all the users, my congrats to (...) (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) This is why I asked for a JLUG newsgroup on LUGNET. But Mistress Janey said noooooo... Jude (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) i KNEW it!!!! now where am i to post links to that naughty monkey game i just found? where? Chris (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Yeah Dave, was it you???????? ROSCO (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Dave, Did you try to log into JLUG again, and crash it? Hummm, i wonder if JLUG was hacked by some sort of l33t hax-or over at some other lug. ya, that must be, it. JANEY!!!!!! fix it! Chris (19 years ago, 19-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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HI gang - I have a 4404 Land Buster (yellow truck) new, and mostly unopened set for sale. (URL) one point, I pulled out a part or 2. but thats it. I have a new place, space is at a premium, and I need to get rid of a lot stuff I know I just wont (...) (19 years ago, 16-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Chris Magno wrote: <snip> (...) BEST 20 BUCKS I EVER SPENT! EVER!!!! That little snackmaster got me thru my bachelor decades... Dave K (19 years ago, 16-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) after a few beverages, many people agreed that there were a few ways to solve for this game. many people pointed out the multi motion of knee bend, leg straight pull rope, actions a child uses to swing on a swing. some people envisioned (...) (19 years ago, 15-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) huh? rude? ohhhhh i see, sorry. my por spelling and all that. we made merry. oops (blush) (...) hummmm, i THOUGHT i was clear. 2 sets of ropes was to imply that each round or game will have 2 robots racing against each other. each robot will (...) (19 years ago, 15-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) This is fascinating. I have just completed a swinging robot as a demonstration of a new sensor type. It turned out to be a lot harder to actually make it swing than I had imagined. Plus my version can't start from a standing start. It has to (...) (19 years ago, 15-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Now, that's just rude. It may be appropriate, or even true, but I thought I'd point out the rudeness first. (...) OK, first, your obsessions (or insecurities?) are really creeping (nay, stampeding) into your post here. Second, do you mean two (...) (19 years ago, 15-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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So, we dined, we ate, we had a HUGE turnout. we laughed, we cried, (well, mainly dave cried when i told him his robot sucks and he wont win the next robot games) we made mary.(1) with the overwhelming response from dinner, I think we had (...) (19 years ago, 15-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(URL) of hte other links on the page may be NSFW, but I didn't look too closely Dave K (19 years ago, 13-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Go into technical writing. You've already mastered the art fo the footnote. (19 years ago, 8-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) does that fence need to be painted with white-wash? (1) (...) Dave K 1 - who should dig out the 'classics' and reread 'em--it's only been 30 years since I last read anything from Samuel (2) 2 - though I did see him on syuch wonderful programs (...) (19 years ago, 8-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Yes, haven't you heard, sparse is the NEW black. (...) Too bad its not very polished, that would never past the muster with some other clubs members. Not mentioning any names *cough* goldenboy *cough* (...) Wow, thank the goddess of justice (...) (19 years ago, 8-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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(...) LOL, much of her time??? You gave me 10 minutes, and told me to do it in notepad. And thats just what I did. Its just a placeholder for dinner and event times, start Tom Sawyer moment/ and Im just waiting for someone with mad "skillz" that (...) (19 years ago, 8-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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(...) I know you always like my suggestions, so here's my latest comment. :) How about instead of a single rope, tie both ends of the rope to the ceiling, and put the robot on the loop. It's going to be real tough to get a robot to swing, when it's (...) (19 years ago, 8-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I can not take credit for this. while I was toiling away at work, Janey very kindly donated much of her time to put this info and page together. I owe her a huge debt. Thanks Janey. Chris (19 years ago, 8-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) let me be the first to congratulate you on your updated look! i like it. it's very clean looking. (...) that's a wonderful logo and well executed. you must have some very talented people on board at rtltoronto. congrats, again. (...) you seem (...) (19 years ago, 8-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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ONE more time. We need a game for R22. Wayne suggested a bot swinging game. if i recall, I think Waynes idea was to build a bot, and have it hang on a rope, then from a stationary position have the bot swing itself until it touches some marker or (...) (19 years ago, 8-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Just a friendly reminder, Dinner is this friday at Swiss Challet, Friday, June 8th, 2007 at 7 pm. Swiss Chalet 5487 Dundas Street West, Toronto, Ontario I will be there as soon as I can right after work. expect me at 8 ish. Chris (19 years ago, 8-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) why, you would just check the web page of course: www.rtltoronto.com all you need to know is there. Chris (19 years ago, 8-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Going Forward, A new and very temporary web page for rtlToronto is up and running. Please feel free to update any and all links to: www.rtltoronto.com There you will still be able to find out WHERE the dinner is. You can admire the logo in the (...) (19 years ago, 8-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Wow, and I though we had big spiders in Aus :o ROSCO (19 years ago, 7-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Dave, I know you told me not too, but i went and posted the vid you and i did of that 100% all lego life size spider walker you and I built. (URL) behind the camera, and dave got to be the first to drive it. its VERY cool. Im getting trevyn to help (...) (19 years ago, 7-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Can't help but notice the distinct lack of info on the rtlToronto sidebar. That seems a tad unusual, was there a technical glitch somewhere? ROSCO (19 years ago, 6-Jun-07, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.admin.general, lugnet.admin.curators)
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