Lezyne's new family of lights are very pretty and our Shaun rated the Super Drive when he reviewed it, so how does it's little brother, the Mini Drive, stack up?
The Mini Drive is a compact wee thing with a bright and shiny silver case. It's a pleasing package although the chunky bracket means that it takes up more bar space than you might expect. Inside there's a single led, powered by a LIR123a li-ion battery. The battery is accessed by unscrewing the back of the light and replacements are cheap and easily available. Lezyne make a point of telling you this, which is unusual.
Batteries in rechargeable lights are usually either bespoke or hard to get at in a your-warranty-will-go-up-in-flames-if-you-try kind of way. It's a nice touch and with a light that only has a one hour runtime on full power, potentially useful, although having to manage a recharging regime with such a small turnaround isn't my idea of a good time.
The battery supplied is only rated at 600a/h but there should be enough space inside the casing to accomodate a battery with a heftier charge should you want to upgrade, and given the runtime you might.
Lezyne quote 150 lumens for the Mini Drive. That's on the cusp of serious light territory, but the payoff is a distinctly modest runtime.
Being a torch style light the beam is a well defined spot, with a modest amount of side spill. On dark roads and unlit paths the main beam is just powerful enough to get by with but things tend to loom at you out of the darkness and I wouldn't fancy it on a proper back lane or a twisty descent. Lower settings are usable, but only on roads with a good surface or that you know well. Testing the various power levels on an unlit stretch of canal path I actually scared myself a few times as birds and rabbits appeared in front of me as if from nowhere.
This is an odd little light really, neither powerful enough for seriously dark lanes nor practical enough for commuting through the week. There's no side illumination and that runtime would start to vex me, even with the benefit of USB chargeability (with a pitch-black commute of around 30min I'd be charging it up pretty much every day).
It might be useful as a supplementary helmet light, Lezyne don't supply it with a suitable mount as standard but there is one available. To be honest though on the road, you'd be better off spending a similar amount of money on a more dedicated commuter light or saving your pennies for a more powerful light with a better runtime.
2012年1月15日 星期日
2011年8月25日 星期四
New courses at Alpharetta campus provide fresh alternatives for students
Since its beginning in 2000, the Alpharetta Center has continuously grown to offer an increasing number of program options for students living above the perimeter in the North Fulton area.
This fall, the satellite campus, managed by the J. Mack Robinson College of Buisness, will be offering additional courses in criminal justice and social work to join the already established courses of accounting, marketing, education, nursing, and business. Constructed last year, the building at the center of the new Alpharetta Center replaced the former complex next door, which was also shared with Georgia Perimeter College, Craig Wertz, the project man-ager for the building's construction, says the building was constructed with a view towards the environment and includes several "green" features.
"Storm water from the building and parking lots is captured in small marsh like ponds to diminish impacts on a nearby stream," Wertz explained. In addition, LED lights are used in the parking lot to reduce energy and sensors were installed in classrooms to decrease the amount of air conditioning used for empty rooms.
There are already plans to expand the new Alpharetta campus by adding two more stories. The expansion will also include another classroom, and, possibly, a backup data center for the Georgia State downtown campus computer network.
Although the Center broke away from Georgia Perimeter College the previous year, they maintain a cordial relationship with surrounding corporate, business, and civic groups by allowing them to use the Center's conference rooms and providing their meetings with complementary snacks.
This fall, the satellite campus, managed by the J. Mack Robinson College of Buisness, will be offering additional courses in criminal justice and social work to join the already established courses of accounting, marketing, education, nursing, and business. Constructed last year, the building at the center of the new Alpharetta Center replaced the former complex next door, which was also shared with Georgia Perimeter College, Craig Wertz, the project man-ager for the building's construction, says the building was constructed with a view towards the environment and includes several "green" features.
"Storm water from the building and parking lots is captured in small marsh like ponds to diminish impacts on a nearby stream," Wertz explained. In addition, LED lights are used in the parking lot to reduce energy and sensors were installed in classrooms to decrease the amount of air conditioning used for empty rooms.
There are already plans to expand the new Alpharetta campus by adding two more stories. The expansion will also include another classroom, and, possibly, a backup data center for the Georgia State downtown campus computer network.
Although the Center broke away from Georgia Perimeter College the previous year, they maintain a cordial relationship with surrounding corporate, business, and civic groups by allowing them to use the Center's conference rooms and providing their meetings with complementary snacks.
2011年8月17日 星期三
Bellagio Unveils Newly Redesigned Guest Rooms
"We want guests to feel inspired from the moment they step off the elevator," said Randy Morton, president and chief operating officer of Bellagio. "The incredible combination of vibrant, yet warm, colors, beautiful botanical imagery and the overall crisp ambiance should set the tone for a very special experience."
Created by the talented team at MGM Resorts International Design Group, the new rooms reflect an updated, elegant feel pairing modern conveniences with the warmth of home. Three unique designs elicit a distinct sensibility based on the colors and patterns utilized throughout each concept. The Resort King Rooms feature either an indigo and silver combination or a green tea and plum palette while the Resort Queen Rooms welcome guests with an amber and butterscotch motif. All three designs also are offered with the popular Lakeview option, overlooking the breathtaking and majestic Fountains of Bellagio.
The three color schemes incorporate the essence of Bellagio through botanical macro-photographic images displayed in the rooms and guest hallways, many of which were created exclusively for the hotel.
Providing a streamlined and contemporary focal point within each room, the dresser and connecting mirrored wardrobe are made of a deep, rich eucalyptus topped with a marshmallow smoke stone. Within this centerpiece, guests will find eight spacious drawers, a fully stocked mini-bar, a tray of snacks and novelties and a media connectivity hub.
The new room design creates enhanced functionality with the addition of benches at the end of each bed, brighter led tube in the bedroom and bathroom and a full-length mirror in the foyer. Guests also will enjoy the comfort of an ergonomically designed desk space and chair as well as two plush armchairs for those moments of relaxation.
Ensuring guests enjoy a restful sleep, each of the redesigned rooms features the luxurious new Bellagio at Home mattress, developed by Serta. The cashmere-covered mattress provides continuous support and temperature adjustment throughout the sleep cycle, making guests feel as comfortable at Bellagio as they would in their own home.
Created by the talented team at MGM Resorts International Design Group, the new rooms reflect an updated, elegant feel pairing modern conveniences with the warmth of home. Three unique designs elicit a distinct sensibility based on the colors and patterns utilized throughout each concept. The Resort King Rooms feature either an indigo and silver combination or a green tea and plum palette while the Resort Queen Rooms welcome guests with an amber and butterscotch motif. All three designs also are offered with the popular Lakeview option, overlooking the breathtaking and majestic Fountains of Bellagio.
The three color schemes incorporate the essence of Bellagio through botanical macro-photographic images displayed in the rooms and guest hallways, many of which were created exclusively for the hotel.
Providing a streamlined and contemporary focal point within each room, the dresser and connecting mirrored wardrobe are made of a deep, rich eucalyptus topped with a marshmallow smoke stone. Within this centerpiece, guests will find eight spacious drawers, a fully stocked mini-bar, a tray of snacks and novelties and a media connectivity hub.
The new room design creates enhanced functionality with the addition of benches at the end of each bed, brighter led tube in the bedroom and bathroom and a full-length mirror in the foyer. Guests also will enjoy the comfort of an ergonomically designed desk space and chair as well as two plush armchairs for those moments of relaxation.
Ensuring guests enjoy a restful sleep, each of the redesigned rooms features the luxurious new Bellagio at Home mattress, developed by Serta. The cashmere-covered mattress provides continuous support and temperature adjustment throughout the sleep cycle, making guests feel as comfortable at Bellagio as they would in their own home.
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