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Electric bike is enlisted in the Guinness Record Book

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German inventors have always driven progress in the technology. Recently they have shown the electric bike Black Trail with the capable electric traction. It gives a possibility to run up to 100 kilometers per hour. The secret of the speed is not only the powerful traction but also the maximum easiness of the bike’s corpus.

 

If you look deep inside, we will see that the construction includes such materials that are usually used in the building of the space ships of NASA. The important role is given to the development of technologies belonging to the company UBC GMBH that projects and invents engines and highly technological car components for Formula-1. Consequently, the stated model should be considered as the lightest and the quickest electric bicycle currently. Particularly, its weight is 19.8 kilos.

 

No wonder, Black Trail was enlisted in the Guinness Record Book as the most unique speed electric bicycle. Actually, Black Trail was made in a limited collection, only 667 items. To make emphasis on bigger individuality, the company gives possibility to its clients to choose the individual serial number. This idea was taken as the overnight success. Particularly, German businessman bought it for 120 thousand euro before its exhibition into the market. The usual price of Black Trail has not been known.

 

If you are interested in the technical characteristics of Black Trail, you will be happy to know that computer is inserted there with such functions as accumulator, status of charge, indicator of the speed, light, managing engine, and other modes. As well, the average speed is 30-50 kilometers per hour, distance with maximum speed is 40-60 kilometers per hour, while the distance with the average speed is 160-200 kilometers. If you want to buy another model, a great variety of electric bikes are accessible in the market, just don’t forget to search for your best model at roue libre de vélo.

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How I learned French in 6 months

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How I learned French in six months?

Most of my friends are curious about this and they pose this question quite often. But my regular answer to them is that I made the right decision of devoting time for learning this highly popular and one of the most liked languages. But at the same time, it is ironical that the French people insist that their language is one of the most difficult to learn. But as far as I am concerned, it is all in the mind, though it is true that there are as many exceptions, if not more, as there are grammar rules in French.

I approached the process of learning French by splitting it into parts such as improving my vocabulary, learning the right pronunciation, comprehending the verb conguations, and understanding the use of right tenses. Of course, I had to deal with learning to speak French also.

For the vocabulary part and for learning the right pronunciation, I became a keen listener. Whenever my friends or colleagues uttered a new word, I made it a point to stop them in the middle of their conversation for telling me the meaning of the word. Most of the times, I made them pronounce the word two or three times repeatedly so I could learn to pronounce the word in the right manner. Of course, there were many instances during which these people forgot the topics about which they were talking, thanks to my interruptions and the distractions I caused.

Very importantly, I never failed to listen to French news on the television.

 

This could dramatically improve my vocabulary as well as my pronunciation skills. I could also learn how the news reporters were using the words and how they were explaining the contexts or the subject matters by using the right words.

Lastly, I made it a point to insist that my French friends and colleagues should speak to me only in French, though they knew English also. Initially, they refused lest should I not understand the instructions rightly. They were afraid that I would goof up the tasks given to me. But I persuaded them by telling them that I would not hesitate to seek clarifications if I had doubts. I also ensured to strictly abide by the instructions because I was afraid that if I committed mistakes in my tasks, they would switch to English.

So, I could achieve my aim of learning French more quickly than I expected. This is the explanation I give to those who ask me how I learned French in six months.

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The perfect product page for your ecommerce

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Here is 9 examples of winning ecommerce product pages. Workit: http://workit-software.com provides its customers with a 360° view of their market in real-time. Workit come track the competitive prices and a tool to monitor prices. But also here is 14 of the Best Product Page Design Examples We’ve Ever Seen.

You don’t need any design skills to creae a good product page layout. The key is to remember that a good product page will attract the prospects you want and provoke the reaction you hoped for. The keys to a good product page are product image, product descriptions, clear pricing, add-to-cart buttons, customer reviews and related products. Follow these steps to make your product page a success!

1- Product Image


The product image is the first thing your customer will see. Make sure you pick an image that stands out and looks desirable. Remember that presentation is key. The way you display your product images will directly affect your sales. Always use high-quality photos and show that your brand is unique. You only need a decent camera to do this, or you can even take photos with your mobile phone.

2- Product descriptions

Your product descriptions must be clear, helpful and interesting. They must contain enough information so that your customers can make clear and informed decisions on whether your product is a good choice for them. Provide both a short and long version of your description. Some customers like to read a detailed description about a product they want to buy but some people prefer a to-the-point approach.

3- Clear pricing

Make sure you pick a layout design which shows your price clearly. If the price is hard to spot, you can lose many potential sales. To make sure your product price cannot be missed, use a larger font size than the rest of the text, a contrasting color and place it near the “buy” button. For more competitive prices, companies can use the price monitoring software Amazon price tracker.

4- Add-to-cart Buttons

The goal of your product page is to make your customers click the add-to-cart button. Therefore, it has to be the most dominating element on the page. Use a sizeable button in a contrasting color. You can even add an icon to make it stand out even more.

5- Display Customer Ratings

Nowadays, most customers read online reviews and ratings before buying a product. You should collect reviews as soon as possible and display them on your product pages. If you are selling a product, you should believe in it so you shouldn’t be scared of bad reviews. Make sure you answer your ratings with courtesy and professionalism.

6- Show related products

You can easily list related products at the bottom of your product pages. It is one of the most effective and famous ways to cross-sell a shopper. By displaying recommended or related products you can offer your customers more products they might enjoy or a similar product if the one they are looking at isn’t right for them.

 

 

 

 

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Most lovable French words

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French has always been known as the language of love. Further, everyone has ever heard that Paris is the city of love and the French people have great styles, lovely language, amazing food and gorgeous accents.

Here’s is a list of seven most lovable French words selected based on their meanings and sounds.

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1. Coquillage

It means seashell. Alternatively, these are seashells found along the beautiful beaches in the southern part of France.

People go to these beaches and collect seashells and keep them as souvenir.

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2. Bisou

The French people have the tendency to greet each other by using this term bisou which means a friendly kiss.

It is an expression of love and they greet each other this way at least once in a week in many regions in the country.

3. Hippocampe

It means seahorse. This is a majestic creature that travels long distances in the sea and it is the male creatures that carry their babies rather than females.

This term is widely used and loved as it expresses wonderful external strength possessed by men.

4. Chuchoter

It means whisper in French. The excitement of this word is in the pronunciation. The context of the word does not necessarily matter but the sound is what makes it lovable.

5. Parapluie

The word will cheer you up on a rainy day. It means umbrella. It is not only lovely to hear and say it but it also protects you from the rain by carrying your umbrella.

6. Envie

It means desire. When you hear this words especially from the locals, then know that they are interested with something. Their comfort nature makes this word beautiful.

7. Paplemousse

This word rolls out from the tongue in a very playful manner. It means grapefruit. The French have excellent markets and they love grapes.

These beautiful vocabulary will help you next time you take a trip to France.

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GUEST BLOG : The Best New Zealand Liquors

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Anyone planning to visit New Zealand in the future should know which liquors are the best to sample. Some of the best New Zealand liquors include ciders, rums, and vodka, but some of the best drinks aren’t even alcoholic, such as Lemon & Paeroa.

You will discover the best liquors in the world

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First let’s look at rum;

Stolen Rum is the most widely known liquor in New Zealand. The most popular way to drink Stolen Rum is with a cola beverage, which brings out the spiced, smokey flavors. Another popular choice of rum in New Zealand is Appleton Estate. Those loving a good spiced rum should also take a spin at Kraken rum. Another way to drink rum is to pour it over ice and ginger beer.

Discover the best tips for choosing a good rhum

The best New Zealand liquors also includes cider, the paler the better.

Townshend’s Sitbee Cider is a common choice among those who enjoy the spirits. It is a blend of both bittersweet and dessert apples, creating a soft balance of rich flavors. A higher alcohol content option is Scoundrels and Rogues Evil Genius, which has a zesty and slightly sweet flavor. Cider can be served in a chilled bottle, over ice, as a warm beverage, and even added to a slushy. It’s no question that cider is on the list of the best New Zealand liquors.

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The third staple liquor in New Zealand is, of course, beer.

Beer is versatile in that it is great with pizza, at a sport’s bar, or in the backyard during a cook out in the summer. Emerson’s Pilsner, 8 WIred iStout, Wild Buck, Garage Project Venusian Pale Ale; all are wonderful and staple choices among the best New Zealand liquors. Beer should always be served chilled, and in a happy hand.

The final, and most important, of the best New Zealand liquors is vodka.

Vodka is used in various mixed drinks, making it a good choice for a lot of spirit enthusiasts. 42Below comes in a variety of flavors, one being kiwi, and is widely popular. Famous Pure, 26000 Crystalline, VDKA 6100; whatever the beverage of choice is, there is the perfect vodka to compliment it.
No matter the event, your preference, or the time of day, the choices of the best New Zealand liquors leaves something for everyone and every occasion. Although, to truly appreciate and experience each choice to its fullest potential, be sure to ask the bartender for a beverage that pairs well with the liquor. After all, if you’re going to have the best New Zealand liquors, you absolutely must do it right.

Learn more :

11 Drinks You Have To Try In New Zealand.

Spirits List l New Zealand

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How to make a good mojito ?

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This famous highball cocktail is one that is extremely refreshing and perfect for the summers. Made differently in many parts of the world, here you will find out how to make that perfect traditional Cuban Mojito, one that is extremely pleasing to the palette. A great way to entertain guest coming over for a pool party or just enjoying your days on a tropical island with this beverage. This cocktail take about 8 mins to make, isn’t that great?

Here is a good mojito homemade.

You will also find here the best recette cocktail in the world that you can easily reproduce at home with ingredients easy to find.

GET THE RIGHT INGRIDENTS

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This signature drink is characterized by the presence of mint and lime, hence it is essential to get both of these ingredients fresh from the market. Traditionally this Cuban cocktail uses spearmint or yerba buena if you can get your hands on that nothing like it, fresher the ingredients, stronger the taste and the aroma. You will also need some granulated or powdered sugar, Havana club white rum, a few mint leaves, juice from one lime, crushed ice and Havana club soda.

GETTING DOWN TO BUSINESS

In a Collin glass, place 4 mint leaves, and squeeze the juice of a lemon (2 ounces) over it. Now it’s time to add the powdered/granulated sugar, using the back of a muddler, or a spoon gently start crushing the mint leaves, slowly infusing the mixture with the taste and scent of the leaves. It is essential to be gentle while crushing the leaves as you don’t want to over crush them, which will only result in a strong bitter taste. Add some ice, preferably crushed ice, enough to fill half of the glass then stir in about 2 ounces of the Havan white rum.

Lastly, you could either top up the glass with the Havana club soda or you could also stir it in, depending on how you enjoy your drink. If you don’t like a very sweet mojito you could add some angostura bitters to cut off the sweetness.Don’t forget to add a few mint sprigs and a slice of lime as a garnish, you could also coat the rim of the glass with some powdered sugar, this, however, is totally optional.
You will also notice some recipes state that you must crush lemon wedges with the mint leaves, in order to infuse the drink with their scent, however, what may happen is the skin of the lemon if crushed extensively could start to let out its bitterness which may only ruin this cocktail.

It’s now time to reward all of your efforts. Cheers !

Learn more :

Good mojito

How to Make an Authentic Cuba Cocktail

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5 Tips to fall asleep in a minute ?

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Sleepless nights leaving you exhausted and cranky in the morning? Need a few Tips to fall asleep in a minute ? Follow these through and you will definitely be sleeping like a baby in no time.

1. Drink Hot Milk

The best way to loosen all those dreadful knots that have accumulated in your body throughout the day, is to drink a delicious cup of hot milk! Climb in your bed and slowly sip away that warm, yummy cocoa, and let the warmth sink in and wash away all the stress from your body and soul.

Discover some astuces to help you find sleep easily.

2. Use your Imagination

Another way to spirit yourself off to the world of dreams, is to just use your imagination. Go to your happy place. Imagine new plots. Relive your precious moments in new light. It essential for you mind to feel happy and satisfied for it to turn off and let you sleep. So do your best to please it. The happier you get, the more content you will feel with your life and soon you will be sleeping like a baby without a care in the world.

Here’s a tip to help you fall asleep fast.

3. Sing AlongYES, really singing or humming just might be the solution you are looking for!

It acts as a meditation ritual and creates a sense of calm all over. Lie down, close your eyes and just put on your earphones and fall asleep to your favorite tunes.

4. Ban ElectronicsTrust me people this is the main cause of not being able to fall asleep.

All these “pings” “dings” and light flashing in your room at your sleep hour disrupts your sleep pattern. Your mind is in a constant state of alert which makes it impossible for you to fall asleep. So make it a rule to kick these devices out when you are about to sleep. Or put them in a place which would require you to crawl out of that cozy bed of yours to get to them.

5. Try to NOT to Fall AsleepSeriously it works like a charm!

Try not to fall asleep, FORCE yourself to not fall asleep and your mind turns off in an instant. Remember those boring history lectures that you had to endure during your school days? Remember how easily you would fall asleep then despite doing your best to stay awake? Its the same principle.
Try these out and feel yourself drift away in an instant. *fingers crossed*

Here are a few other articles to help you fall asleep faster at night:

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9 Ways to Fall Asleep Faster (Without Counting Sheep)

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Auckland third-best city for quality of living

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City judged third in world for fourth time in survey on quality of living.

Auckland has been ranked the world’s third-best city for quality of living for the fourth time.

The City of Sails came third in three previous Quality of Living surveys by recruitment consultancy Mercer, last year, in 2014, and in 2012.

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Autumn internationals: Ireland 40-29 New Zealand

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Ireland produced a stunning display to record a first ever win over New Zealand at the 29th attempt and end the All Blacks’ run of 18 straight wins.

Tries from Jordi Murphy, CJ Stander and Conor Murray helped the Irish to a 25-8 half-time lead, then Simon Zebo scored his side’s fourth try in the corner.

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The Spinoff Live Email Interview: only the most exciting new talent in New Zealand writing, Hera Lindsay Bird

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This week Hera Lindsay launches her first collection of poetry titled Hera Lindsay Bird. It includes her breathtaking poem posted yesterday at the Spinoff, ‘Keats Is Dead So Fuck Me From Behind‘, and her earlier Spinoff poem ‘Monica‘, about the Courtney Cox character in Friends – that poem went crazy on Facebook, it was hilarious and confessional and lyrical, it was like nothing else no one is writing in New Zealand or maybe anywhere in the world.

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