WeatherSpark

http://weatherspark.com

WeatherSpark is an impressive collection of weather data, graphs, and tools.  This great site lets you visualize weather data in different ways and from different sources. 

Tutorial - How to Climb a Transmission Tower

KRIV transmission tower in Houston, TX.  Google Earth link

India / Pakistan Border Ceremony

This is both ridiculous and spectacular.  This closing of the border ceremony takes place every night - and has for over 50 years.  It takes place at Wagah, the only road border crossing between India and Pakistan.

2012 - World Order

World Order is a musical group from Japan headed by Genki Sudo.  Genki was formerly a kick boxer and MMA fighter known for his elaborate ring entrances.  He is a practicing Buddhist with signature moves including the flying triangle and spinning backfist.

Also check out previous video with the same synced robot walking.

Every Day Carry

I'm mildly obsessed with EDC - 

Every Day Carry (EDC) refers to a small collection of tools, equipment and supplies that are carried on a daily basis to assist in tackling situations ranging from the mundane to the disastrous.  The term EDC also refers to the philosophy or spirit of 'preparedness' that goes along with the selection and carrying of these items.

Every Day CarryHere's a great minimalist website devotes to EDC... picture after picture of what submitters have in their pockets.  http://everyday-carry.com/

Race for Glory: The story of drill team racing

I bought this DVD a while back.  Great video of this extreme sport that has firefighters jumping off trucks at 80 miles an hour holding a 120-pound ladder.

http://www.trianglepark.net/

Angel's Landing - Zion National Park - Utah

Utah has so many great places to explore inside and outside of the national parks.  Incredible rock formations and high sandstone cliffs make the Zion area special.  We last visited Zion National Park 4 years ago during spring break.  This early in the year you can travel throughout the park in your vehicle.  During the busy summer months, most of the Zion Canyon area of the park is only accessible using the free shuttle system.

The hike up to Angel's Landing is labeled as a "Strenuous Hike" by the brochures and signage in the park.  Gauging from other hikes we've done in Utah's national parks that were categorized as strenuous (Delicate Arch) I was undaunted.  I even contemplated carrying my son on my shoulders up as I did at Arches.  I would have had to turn back at 'Scouts Outlook' if I did.  The trail is not particularly technical - there are chains to hold on to in the steep area... but a fear of heights will turn you back.  From the Scouts Lookout, you see the final stage of the hike - a steep narrow spine with a thousand foot drop off either side.  A scene  out of "The Lord of the Rings".

The view from the top is great - a 360 degree panorama of Zion Canyon from a 1200 foot precipice in the middle.

Shake Your Rump - Paul's Boutique - Beastie Boys

Paul's Boutique is one of my faves - I've worn out several cassette tapes and CDs in the past 20+ (?!) years.

Check out the Beastie Museum.