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Anyone who’s ready my article “The pussification of America” knows where I stand on government regulations on “unsafe” products.  Now they’ve taken it a step further and, in the opinion of many, way too far.

“The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA) has effectively banned the sale of youth off-highway vehicles (OHVs) as of Feb. 10, 2009. The AMA is calling for action now to help reverse the potentially devastating effect this could have on the sport of OHV recreation.”

Basically, the law breaks down like this: Stricter regulations have been added to childrens’ toys pertaining to the amount of lead allowed in/on them.  ”…all youth products containing lead must have less than 600 parts per million (ppm) by weight…”

So far, so good.  If you think toys that toddlers might put into their little mouths shouldn’t contain lead, fine.  Good for you, whatever, we don’t care…  But the issue here isn’t toddler’s toys…  ”The CPSC has interpreted the law to apply to various components of youth OHVs (off-highway vehicles) including the engine, brakes, suspension, battery and other mechanical parts.”   Here’s a thought… Don’t let your kids put motorcycle parts in their mouths, you fucking idiot.

Very serious problems

Firstly, in a nation of morbidly overweight children, where our kids have to be told by commercials starring professional athletes that they need to go outside for “at least one hour per day” to play…  We’ve removed yet another avenue of exercise, motor-skill developing, and fun.

Secondly, and equally important, there are literally tens of thousands of dirtbikes that are out there being used that you can no longer buy parts for.  So when the brakes wear out you, as a parent, can’t replace them.  Who is going to be responsible for the accidents, crashes, and deaths caused by this?

Get more information: link to AMA link to CycleNews

Take action now by sending a message to your representatives!

The third chapter of my article “Tricks of the Trade”.  See the first post here See the whole category here. There are 2 more chapters, one each week, so get your learn on and check back next Sunday!

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3. “Shake hands and come out fighting!”

“One thing you can count on is that women will consistently make poor choices regarding their relationships. How many times have you thought ‘WTF!?  What is that girl doing with that douche-bag!?’”

Being good looking and confidant are not enough if you don’t have the “in” with your target. You actually have to talk to her! There are a few approaches we’ll discuss in this section.

First, let’s get the lingo out of the way.

An “in” is what I call your connection to the girl. You’ve seen her before, you have a mutual friend, or you share the same hairstyle (God help you!), whatever.

The “target” is the girl you’re after. She’s the one you’re trying to meet/date/get to know/take home.

Your “wing man” is a friend/brother/what-have-you that is along for the ride. He knows the rules, and the two of you have worked out the proper signals to know when to save you when saving is needed, and get the hell away when the situation calls for it. You will be his wing man as well, so communication is key.

The Cold Approach

This is, by far, the ugliest way to meet someone. The cold approach is a lot like trying to sell a product or service by way of telephone solicitation. I always suggest against this type of approach for a few reasons:

1. You’re giving her (and everyone she talks to about you) the impression that you pick up women all the time.
2. Many women will turn you down based solely on spite for being considered a ‘pick-up’.
3. This method makes you look un-cultured, and sophomoric to all those standing around you watching, including other targets.
4. Based on all of the above, your first impression can be shot out the window before you even open your mouth.

This is not to say that the cold approach can’t be used, just that it is the most difficult to pull off. I’ve found that this approach is the most commonly used meeting technique at nightclubs.

Care to join us for a game?

This is a variation of the cold approach that works much better than walking up out of nowhere and introducing yourself. The idea here is “get her involved”! Shoot some pool, play some darts, start a drinking game, whatever… Be wary of the first impression during this meeting, it can make or break you.

Have I seen you here before?

This is an incredibly old, but still quite useful technique. When you become a frequent patron in a bar, restaurant or nightclub you’ll start to recognize the familiar faces that also frequent the establishment. Although this is still a bit of a cold approach, you can rest assured (a little, anyway) that you already have something in common. It’s always a good idea to have a wing-man along for the ride, hanging back ready to save you if need be. If you keep him at the table where you’re sitting, or playing a game close by, you can signal and get the “Hey! Come over here!” save, if you need it. The trick to this type of meeting is not to turn it into a cold approach. If you have to walk more than 8 feet to talk to her, you’re too far away and this can become awkward. Try to position yourself near her (not right next to her) at a table or the bar before the attempted meeting.

Let me introduce you to my friend (a guy friend introduces you)

This is probably the best way to meet women. It is especially useful if your friend knows the girl better than just casually. People put great emphasis on their “friend’s friends” because they know and understand what it takes to be a friend to that person. There’s also a false-sense of security that goes along with this type of meeting. The girl, usually, believes that her ‘guy friend’ wouldn’t try to hook her up with a one-night-stand. So you’re already ahead of the game in that respect!

Let me introduce you to my friend (a girl friend introduces you)

This can be even more effective than the guy friend method. I say ‘can be’ because of the subconscious stipulations that occur when a meeting of this type happens. If a girl at your local hang out introduces you to one of her girl friends, there is generally an underlying set of questions (that your target has) that can’t be answered right away. “Were they ever involved?”, “How did it end, if they were”, “Would she introduce me to him if he was an ex?” These can be tricky to work around (especially if you did date the friend!) But, fear not, and stay on your “A” game. If you dated the girl that introduced you, try to stay away from the topic. Don’t blatantly avoid it, though, because she’ll see right through you.

The long-awaited second chapter of my article “Tricks of the Trade”.  See the first post here See the whole category here. There are 3 more chapters, one each week, so get your learn on and check back next Sunday!

Now, get to reading…

Chapter 2: Dressing the part

First, the Disclaimer

I am, by no means a fashion guru. In fact, most of my fashion sense comes from reproducing the trends I see on other men. A good practice, I’ve found, is to take a leisurely walk through the ‘high-end’ stores in the mall. These stores usually include Abercrombie & Fitch, The Gap, Structure, etc. Pay attention to what the men in the posters and marketing drops are wearing. This is usually a great indicator of what’s currently popular and considered ‘trendy’. I also highly recommend asking a woman (an impartial friend, acquaintance, or friend’s girlfriend) what looks best on you.

Brand vs. Price

If your clothing brand is important to you, by all means, pick up the latest fashions at these top-dollar stores. If however, you’re like me and don’t want to spend $40 on a pair of boxer shorts… Once you’ve finished making your mental shopping list, hit the local JC Penny, Ross, or other moderately-priced clothing stores and find equivalents to what you’ve picked out for yourself.

Color and Style

The general rule of thumb here is to keep your colors evenly matched (as much as possible). No one will make fun of you for wearing a yellow shirt with khakis or jeans, but leave the green cargo pants at home.   Just keep the colors mute and simple, no purple, neon anything, or other wild colors.  Another tip: Stay away from pleated pants.  They never fit right, and they bunch in the crotch when you sit.

Shoes

Ignoring GQ Magazine (not even going to link those assbags), no man needs more than 4 pair of shoes. Find yourself a nice pair of black shoes, and a pair of brown shoes. These shoes should have laces and be leather or suede. Pick up a nice pair of tennis shoes, not too much color. And get a nice pair of sandals for the beach/pool/Jacuzzi.

T-Shirts

You can’t have too many. Try to buy at least 2 in as many colors as you can find. Screen printed T’s are coming back in style as well. Keep in mind that these are very casual and should be used for those types of occasions only. 90% of the time I wear a solid T-shirt under my ‘going out’ shirt, which is usually a stripped polo, or a long sleeve solid color shirt, with the sleeves rolled up to my elbows.

Dress to impress

Always try to dress for the occasion, which usually means, dress for where you’re going. If it’s the local bar, take it down a notch. Being over-dressed is just as bad as being under-dressed. Safe rule of thumb: The local bar and the Trendy restaurant: jeans, T’s, polo shirts. The cool bookstore: Jeans or pants, long sleeve shirt.

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The long-awaited (yeah, right LOL) chapter 1 of my article “Tricks of the Trade”.  See the first post here See the whole category here.  There are 4 more chapters, one each week, so get your learn on and check back next Sunday!

Now, get to reading…

Chapter 1: Location

Choosing where to do your “opposite sex shopping” isn’t quite as key as these establishments would like you to believe. I’ve met women in bars, nightclubs, supermarkets, and colleges everywhere. Here are a few pointers however, that will prove to be better than most.

The local bar:

Everyone has a local bar in their area. I have one specific place I like to hang out. These places should be synonymous with “having a good time” and “relaxing atmosphere”. There should be music, but not rock-concert-blow-you-out-of-your-seat-loud music. If you’re yelling at the person sitting next to you to communicate, find another bar. Try to pick a place with dart boards, pool tables, and a friendly staff. All of these items together add up to a great place to hang out, and have fun.

The trendy restaurant

Don’t confuse “trendy” with “expensive”. An eight-dollar martini does not a trendy restaurant make. The key points to this type of place are the crowd, and the atmosphere. Try to find the restaurant where the locals hang out, a nice round or oval bar conducive to large crowds is also important. Applebee’s and Chili’s restaurants usually DO NOT fit this description. Look for something a little more personal, a little less corporate. A restaurant with a nice sized FULL bar is usually best.

The ‘cool’ bookstore

Although the “Borders”/”Starbucks” type of establishments are usually a little more hip/trendy than I like to be, these are still pretty good places to meet women if you have the right “in”. We’ll talk about the “in” later. The ‘cool’ bookstore should be big enough to have a nice selection, but small enough to be intimate. Stay away from the colossal “Barnes and Noble” type outlets.

The laid-back nightclub

The nightclub approach to meeting women is a tricky, windy, and dangerous road. The fact that your conversation with a potential target is skewed by pounding music and sweaty dancers usually ends in disappointment. However, the right place, with the right music can really set the stage for a great meeting. Try to find a place with the music turned down a notch. Not too trendy and upscale, but not a dive either. These types of places usually have large, modern looking furniture, post-modern impressionistic art, and cool lighting. A well-cared-for fish tank is a good sign as well.

Well, here it is.  I’ve decided to share my “Tricks of the Trade” articles with you folks.  I’ll be posting it over the next 5 weeks or so.  Originally, this was an article only available on an old server of mine protected by a username/password that only my closest friends would get.  But, I’m ready to share it with the world.

What is it?

This guide is a combination of an award-winning article I wrote for an online E-Zine (online magazine, early days of the internet) about 7 years ago, and some of my more recent lessons-learned.  I hope you find it useful!

Who is this guy?

The KeyboardDevil is a 30-ish self-described “pro-dater” living in central Florida.

How to read it:

I suggest that you read this piece in its entirety before trying any of the methods explained.  Many of the topics are visited more than once, and you’ll find useful information on the actual ‘how to’ at the end in “Closing the deal”.  This is not the “end-all-be-all” guide to dating. It’s a personal collection of my favorite tried-and-true methods, it is to be used as a guide only.

See the whole article in the Tricks of the Trade catagory

• Read Chapter 1:  “Where to Go”
• Read Chapter 2: “What to Wear”
• Read Chapter 3: “Meeting the Girl”
• Read Chapter 4: “Closing the Deal”
• Read Chapter 5: “Closing Remarks”