alpacalypse commented on Beijing Expansion Looks Like High Tech Eden

"This is horrible urban planning."

alpacalypse commented on LRAD Sound Cannon Used on Pittsburgh G20 Protesters

"@MosesCadoodling: I figure you're joking, but I felt compelled to note: Almost all of the property damage committed in Pittsburgh during the G20 was the work of one Californian man."

alpacalypse commented on Wood-Framed Renovo Bicycle Reminds Us of Simpler Times

"@switchblade saints: The one with the pulley has an internally geared hub and disc brakes."

alpacalypse commented on Just $1200 Stands Between You and Death by Jet Bike

"@User Formerly known as Arelar: Uh, why?"

alpacalypse commented on Olympus E-P1 Is the Micro Four Thirds Camera We've Been Waiting For

"(Speaking of which, Panasonic's Lumix LX3 does a similar thing, albeit with a smaller sensor and a zoom lens.) This camera would be great with a fast lens, high-sensitivity sensor, and lots of physical manual controls."

alpacalypse commented on Olympus E-P1 Is the Micro Four Thirds Camera We've Been Waiting For

"Looks nice, but that's pretty slow for a prime lens."

alpacalypse commented on Tristan Taormino Shows Straight Men The Back Door

"Yaaay!"

alpacalypse commented on Novague 'Move Your Energy' Rocking Chair Powers Its Own Bright Idea

""kinetic motor?" What's that? Oh, you mean generator."

alpacalypse commented on Walmart Violates Company Policy, Pretends Not To Accept Bike Returns

"I know this article isn't really about the bikes, but let it be heard: Buying bikes from department stores is a bad idea."