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lil-meows · 6 years ago

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Train to Busan~ Zombie AU chapter 1

Pairings: Jimin x Reader, Jungkook x Tehyung

word count: 1k

Warnings: Profanity, violence, cannibalism, character death, blood.

Summary: At a time when the Dead rule the planet, the living do their best to keep running. 7 boys, a grief leaden girl and one train, could the road to Busan tie two stranded hearts together as they claw their way towards survival?

Just as Taehyung was growing impatient, a whistle was blown across the platform, signaling the arrival of the Busan train. Yoongi inwardly groaned at the timing, having to put off a newly lit cigarette while Hoseok, on the other hand, gladly flicked his cigarette butt onto the floor. By this point, Taehyung was a choking mess, but he had other things on his mind other than his rude flatmates:

Jungkook.

The train doors were opening up and passengers were pouring out, but no one looked familiar. A commotion was already building up with so many people around but Taehyung refused to take his eyes away. "Remember Tae, we're in public, don't look too gay. I can't risk getting arrested again" Hoseok leaned towards him and yelled against the crowd, his breath smelling too much like nicotine for Taehyung's liking. He would have complained if it was another time, but he just spotted his boyfriend wedging his way between two busty ladies, eyes frantically searching for a familiar pair, and all of Hoseok's words went straight out of the window.

Jungkook locked eyes with Taehyung across the platform, his heart beating a million beats too fast. For a few seconds, Jungkook was rooted to his spot, smiling like a complete ass as Yoongi would say when he was violently pulled out of his floral trance:

"move you little bitch!" Jungkook was not-so-kindly pushed to the side by an elderly man, clumsily dragging his suitcase over Jungkook's foot. Jungkook groaned in pain, clutching his foot and dropping his own suitcase at the process, all what he was able to mumble out was "piece of dick" and "fucking seoul..."

"Kook!" Taehyung rushed to his boyfriend, Yoongi and Hoseok close by. "Goodness kook are you okay? Are you hurt-" His words were completely cut off when Jungkook pulled him into his chest, all pain gone and he was suddenly surrounded by Taehyung's scent. Lemons and soap. Taehyung wrapped his arms around his boyfriend's waist, nuzzling his face into the crook of his neck. An action too intimate for "two best friends" but they couldn't care less. It's been two fucking years.

Hoseok was bouncing on his heels with nerves, his discomfort completly oblivious to the two lovers.

"Guys, lets go. Once we get home you can fuck into oblivion but for now, we need to get the fuck out of here" Yoongi said, breaking the intimate moment. Jungkook turned to look at him, eyes all doey and confused for a second before he registered who the two men standing in front of him were...

"Yoongi hyung! Hoseok hyung!"

"So that's what you've been doing these past two years!?" Jimin gasped dramatically "JIN, did you hear that, Jungkook spent the past two years playing Bingo with the grandmas!" he giggled, finding the situation funnier than Jungkook does.

"Shut up Jimin, last thing I heard you were stripping for a couple bucks a night, isn't that right babe?" Jungkook turned to Taehyung, a coy smirk shadowing over his lips.

Taehyung looked extremely uncomfortable, eyes shifting between his boyfriend and Jimin. "Actually kookie, that's not what I said, I said I think he's stripping, it was never confirmed" Jimin leaped from his chair "I'm going to fucking murder you Kim Taehyung"

"If anybody stains my couch one more time I'm putting your eyeballs on the Christmas tree" Jin threatened, walking over to Jungkook and handing him the sandwich he was preparing. "Namjoon will be here in like... 10 minutes, he's bringing food with him" He gave Jungkook a lingering smile, "you've grown so much..." he whispered, eyes glowing with affection. He stroked Jungkook's hair out of his eyes and Jungkook groaned, swatting his hand away "I'm not a baby anymore Jin-" Jimin snorted loudly "says the dude who was-"

"I said shut the fuck up Jimin" Jungkook growled, fell silent, and broke down in giggles straight after. And soon enough, the room was filled with deep laughter. He wouldn't voice it out loud, god forbid, but Jungkook truly missed this. All of this.

It was while they were all watching the 9 p.m news, pizza crusts scattered over cardboard boxes, chopsticks' wrappers littering the floor and beer cans in clutches, when it all dawned over him. Jungkook scanned the room, a sense of warmth travelling through his body, all the way to his fingertips. He watched as Yoongi made a lewd comment about the news anchor's choice of wardrobe, lighting his third cigarette of the night and watched fondly as Hoseok lost it. Taehyung gripped Jungkook's waist tighter and snuggled his face against his neck, taking in his scent. Jungkook's senses were screaming, he could've sworn that this can of root beer, tasted a hundred and two times better. All because of the 6 men around him. It felt like home, like-

"-3 police officers. The suspect is currently being held in the Seoul Train Station police department and is going to be transferred to the Central Hospital of Seoul as well as be held accountable for the injury of 2 citizens. This is the fourth case Seoul has encountered this week, in which all suspects shared same odd symptoms of a disease yet unidentified by doctors, it is indeed.."

"Dude's probably just high" Yonngi groaned, leaning over Hoseok to put off his cigarette. His own ash tray was a closer option.

Jin shifted uncomfortably in his seat, his Adams's apple bobbing as if he was preparing to say something. "All these cases are not just high dudes, Yoongi..." He gave Namjoon a look, and turned to Yoongi who had his eyebrow raised, already on his next cigarette "I feel like it might be something bigger..."

Jungkook, who has been quiet this entire time chocked out a breath he was holding in and all eyes turned on him. "Bubs is something wrong?" Taehyung asked, eyes wide in alarm "Jungkook, what's wrong" Jin urged him.

He's not imagining it, he really did see it.

They're lying.

Jungkook swallowed hard, pointed at the T.V and whispered, just loud enough for everyone to hear, "That man. I saw him in the train station" he looked around the room once again before settling his eyes on yoongi. "I saw him, he was eating someone"

#bts #bantansonyeondan #bts fics #bts imagine #jin #seokjin #yoongi #suga #jhope #hoseok #rm #namjoon #jimin #v #taehyung #jungkook

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whatelsev-blog · 6 years ago

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OCS Test Prep

As you probably know by now, Academics play a HUGE role at OSC. From what I've been told there is much time to review material and it can be challenging to stay alert during lectures. At the end of Mini-OCS my Captain created a mock exam for the candidates to get a feel for the real thing. I've recreated it below for my over achievers out there, best of luck. xo

Complete the 5 paragraph order skeleton: (click here to review!)

Orientation

Situation

______________

_________

Friendly

T:_____

S:_____

U:_____

A:_____

L:_____

E:_____

Concepts of Operations

_________

B:_____

_________

2. Weapons Safety Rules

Treat every weapon as if it were ________.

Never ________ at anything you do not ________ to ________.

Keep your finger ________ and ________ the ________ until you are ready to fire.

Keep the weapon on ________ until you ________ to ________.

3. List the typical ranks for the following billets:

Rifleman: _________

Squad Leader: _________

Platoon Commander: _________

Company Commander: _________

Battalion Commander: _________

4. Match the Fire Team symbols

Rifleman

Automatic Rifleman

Fire Team Leader

Asst. Automatic Rifleman

5. Name the following Fire Team Formations

______________

6. The Core Values of the Marine Corps are:

_______________

7. The Commandant of the Marine Corps is now:

Major Samuel Nicholas

General A. Lejeune

General Robert B. Neller

Lt. General Lewis "Chesty" Puller

8. The Marine Corps birthday is:

July 4, 1776

November 10, 1775

July 4, 1775

November 10, 1776

9. The birth place of the Marine Corps is:

Tun Tavern

Parris Island

8th and I Marine Barracks Washington DC

Marine Corps Quantico

10. The attack on New Providence, Bahamas was the first _____ conducted by the Marine Corps:

Foreign engagement

Aerial assault

Amphibious landing

Offensive combat

11. In what battle did the Marines receive the nickname Tuefelhunden (Devil Dogs)?

Iwo Jima

Tarawa

Hue City

Belleau Wood

12. Write-out any three General Orders:

____________________________________________

13. Which are the 5 major terrain features used in land navigation:

Water, Ridge, Mountain, Saddle, Road

Hill, Ridge, Valley, Saddle, Depression

Roadway, Field, Hill, Water, Valley

14. Using the acronym for assistance, list the 14 Leadership Traits:

J_______

D_______

I_______

D_______

T_______

I_______

E_______

B_______

U_______

C_______

K_______

L_______

E_______

15. Fill in the Enlisted Rank structure:

E-1 ___________

E-2 ___________

E-3 ___________

E-4 ___________

E-5 ___________

E-6 ___________

E-7 ___________

E-8 ___________

E-9 ___________

16. Fill in the Officer Rank structure:

O-1 ___________

O-2 ___________

O-3 ___________

O-4 ___________

O-5 ___________

O-6 ___________

O-7 ___________

O-8 ___________

O-9 ___________

O-10 ___________

17. There are 11 Leadership Principles, name 2:

_______________________________

18. The 6 Troop Leading Steps (BAMCIS) are:

B: ___________________

A: ___________________

M: ___________________

C: ___________________

I: ___________________

S: ___________________

19. What are the four main components that make up a MAGTF:

___________

20. Write out each of the following Marine Corps acronyms/abbreviations:

MEU: ___________________

MEU (SOC): ___________________

MEF: ___________________

MEB: ___________________

CASEVAC: ___________________

CAX: ___________________

EGA: ___________________

FARP: ___________________

FMF: ___________________

FRAGO: ___________________

HQMC: ___________________

LZ: ___________________

MAGTF: ___________________

MOUT: ___________________

SNCOIC: ___________________

OCONUS: ___________________

PMO: ___________________

PX: ___________________

MCB: ___________________

MCAS: ___________________

RFI: ___________________

TAD: ___________________

VTOL: ___________________

21. "From the halls of Montezuma, to the shores of Tripoli..." is the beginning to what?

_________________________________________

22. True of False: The Marine Corps Service A uniform is allowed to be worn on liberty in public:

True

False

23. Do the following uniforms call for medals or ribbons?

Dress Blue A: _________

Dress Blue B: _________

24. Utilizing the map and each option in the word bank, identify the Marine Corps unit at each lettered location:

A: __________ A:__________

B: __________ D: __________

C: __________ C: __________

D: __________ E: __________

F: __________

*Answer Key

1. Complete the 5 paragraph order skeleton: (in-depth review is here!)

Orientation

Situation

Mission

Execution

Admin & Logistics

Command & Signal

Enemy

Friendly

T: time

S: size

U: unit

A: activity

L: location

E: equipment

Concepts of Operations

Task

Coordinating Instructions

TCMs or Security

Timeline

B: beans

B: bullets

B: bandaids

B: bad guys

Signal

Command

2. Weapons Safety Rules

Treat every weapon as if it were loaded.

Never point a weapon at anything you do not intend to shoot.

Keep your finger straight and off the trigger until you are ready to fire.

Keep the weapon on safety until you intend to fire.

3. List the typical ranks for the following billets:

Rifleman: Private / Private First Class

Squad Leader: Corporal / Sergeant

Platoon Commander: 2nd Lieutenant / 1st Lieutenant

Company Commander: Captain

Battalion Commander: Lieutenant Colonel

4. Match the Fire Team symbols

Rifleman - D

Automatic Rifleman - C

Fire Team Leader - A

Asst. Automatic Rifleman - B

5. Name the following Fire Team Formations

Wedge

Column

6. The Core Values of the Marine Corps are:

Honor

Courage

Commitment

7. The Commandant of the Marine Corps is now:

Major Samuel Nicholas (traditionally known as the first Commandant.)

General John A. Lejeune ( "The greatest of all Leathernecks)

General Robert B. Neller

Lt. General Lewis "Chesty" Puller ( had the longest tenure as Commandant )

8. The Marine Corps birthday is:

July 4, 1776

November 10, 1775

July 4, 1775

November 10, 1776

9. The birth place of the Marine Corps is:

Tun Tavern

Parris Island

8th and I Marine Barracks Washington DC

Marine Corps Quantico

10. The attack on New Providence, Bahamas was the first _____ conducted by the Marine Corps:

Foreign engagement

Aerial assault

Amphibious landing

Offensive combat

11. In what battle did the Marines receive the nickname Tuefelhunden (Devil Dogs)?

Iwo Jima

Tarawa

Hue City

Belleau Wood

12. Write-out any three General Orders:

5th General Order - To quit my post only when properly relieved

7th General Order - To talk to no one except in the line of duty

9th General Order - To call the Corporal of the Guard in any case not covered by instructions

13. Which are the 5 major terrain features used in land navigation:

Water, Ridge, Mountain, Saddle, Road

Hill, Ridge, Valley, Saddle, Depression

Roadway, Field, Hill, Water, Valley

14. Using the acronym for assistance, list the 14 Leadership Traits:

Justice

Judgement

Decisiveness

Integrity

Dependability

Tact

Initiative

Enthusiasm

Bearing

Unselfishness

Courage

Knowledge

Loyalty

Endurance

15. Fill in the Enlisted Rank structure:

E-1 Private

E-2 Private First Class

E-3 Lance Corporal

E-4 Corporal

E-5 Sergeant

E-6 Staff Sergeant

E-7 Gunnery Sergeant

E-8 Master Sergeant

E-8 First Sergeant

E-9 Master Gunnery Sergeant

E-9 Sergeant Major

E-9 Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps

16. Fill in the Officer Rank structure:

O-1 2nd Lieutenant

O-2 1st Lieutenant

O-3 Captain

O-4 Major

O-5 Lieutenant Colonel

O-6 Colonel

O-7 Brigadier General

O-8 Major General

O-9 Lieutenant General

O-10 General

17. There are 11 Leadership Principles, name 2:

Keep your Marines informed

Know your Marines and look out for their welfare

18. The 6 Troop Leading Steps (BAMCIS) are:

B: begin the planning

A: arrange for reconnaissance

M: make reconnaissance

C: complete the planning

I: issue the order

S: surprise

19. What are the four main components that make up a MAGTF:

Common Element

Ground Combat Element

Aviation Combat Element

Logistic Combat Element

20. Write out each of the following Marine Corps acronyms/abbreviations:

MEU: Marine Expeditionary Unit

MEU (SOC): MEU- Special Ops Capability

MEF: Marine Expeditionary Force

MEB: Marine Expeditionary Brigade

CASEVAC: Casualty Evacuation

CAX: Combined Arms Exercise

EGA: Eagle, Globe and Anchor

FARP: Forward Arming and Refueling Point

FMF: Fleet Marine Force

FRAGO: Fragmented Order (change in op order)

HQMC: Headquarters of Marine Corps

LZ: Landing Zone

MAGTF: Marine Air Ground Task Force

MOUT: Marine Ops on Urban Terrain

SNCOIC: Staff Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge

OCONUS: Outside Continental United States

PMO: Provost Marshal Office (police)

PX: Post Exchange

MCB: Marine Corps Base

MCAS: Marine Corps Air Station

RFI: Request for Information

TAD: Temporary Active Duty

VTOL: Vertical Take-off Landing

21. "From the halls of Montezuma, to the shores of Tripoli..." is the beginning to what?

Marines' Hymn

22. True of False: The Marine Corps Service A uniform is allowed to be worn on liberty in public:

True

False

23. Do the following uniforms call for medals or ribbons?

Dress Blue A: Medals

Dress Blue B: Ribbons

24. Utilizing the map and each option in the word bank, identify the Marine Corps unit at each lettered location:

A: 2ndMARDIV (NC, Camp Lejeune) A: 2nd MAW (NC, Cherry Point)

B: HQMC/OCS (VA, Quantico) D: 1stMAW (Japan, Foster)

C: 1stMARDIV (CA, Pendleton) C: 3rd MAW (CA, Miramar)

D: 3rd MARDIV (Japan, Smedley) E: USN/USMC FLIGHT SCHOOL

F: __________

#usmc #ocs #usmcocs #ocstestprep #marinecorpsofficer #ocsstudy #usmcstudy #usmcocc #usmcplc

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tabloidtoc · 5 years ago

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Star, December 21

You can buy a copy of this issue for your very own at my eBay store: https://www.ebay.com/str/bradentonbooks

Cover: President Bill Clinton

Page 1: Chrishell Stause has found her knight in shining armor Keo Motsepe -- she was smitten with the Dancing With the Stars pro from the beginning of rehearsals and people noticed the flirty exchanges going on -- fans are just happy Chrishell has found happiness after she was blindsided by ex Justin Hartley in 2019

Page 2: Contents, Ryan Seacrest

Page 4: Kelly Clarkson has been awarded primary custody of her kids River Rose and Remington in her divorce from Brandon Blackstock and though she emerged victorious in that battle she may not be so lucky when it comes to her finances because Brandon is requesting a whopping $436K a month in spousal and child support and he maintains he needs the settlement to be a fair reflection of what he’s entitled to

Page 5: Prince William and Duchess Kate Middleton have recently implemented a stern policy limiting the time their children Prince George and Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis spend watching TV and playing video games and using their iPads -- the changes come on the heels of lockdown fatigue and like so many parents Will and Kate relaxed their families’ typical day-to-day routines in order to keep their kids entertained as they spent an unprecedented amount of time at home and as a result the kids enjoyed lazy time and free reign with gadgets -- but now Kate’s since created an at-home rewards program where the trio must earn time on devices by completing productive tasks and even then there’s a three-hour cap on electronics and laying down an iron fist seems to have worked because the kids have become Kensington Palace’s most eager little helpers

* Despite his tarnished reputation Matt Lauer is still hoping to be the new face of Jeopardy! -- the disgraced TV anchor has asked his former colleagues to put in a good word for him as producers mull over host options following Alex Trebek’s death -- Matt was previously considered a top contender to replace Alex in 2013 when the host was considering retirement at the time but that was before Matt was fired from the Today show after being accused of sexual harassment by multiple women in 2017 and three years hasn’t been long enough to rehab his image

Page 6: He’s one of Hollywood’s most celebrated actors but there’s still one role George Clooney is getting used to: being a dad -- the 59-year-old opened up about the challenges of becoming a father later in life to twins Ella and Alexander with wife Amal Clooney but all jokes aside George couldn’t be more thrilled about being a family man and his age has only made him appreciate the little moments even more

* Heather Gay is paving her own path on The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City -- as a self-proclaimed good Mormon gone bad, she balances motherhood and friendships and her career all while dealing with the pressures of being a member of a strict church -- the mother of three is also looking for love and she knows exactly what she wants in future flames even if it conflicts with her religious group’s beliefs: she dates inappropriate and wild and really young men but there’s one caveat: Mormons are off the menu

* Star Spots the Stars -- Kim Kardashian West, Malin Akerman, Isla Fisher, Ashley Benson, Vanessa Hudgens, Josephine Skriver and Jasmine Tookes, Teresa Giudice

Page 8: Star Shots -- Sofia Carson en route to pre-tape her performance for the 2020 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in NYC, Brooke Burke and boyfriend Scott Rigsby in Malibu, Vanessa Lachey in L.A.

Page 10: Pregnant Karlie Kloss doing yoga in pieces from her new Adidas activewear collaboration, Kelly Rutherford couldn’t resist some canine cuddles with her pooches in Santa Monica, Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes stepped out for a stroll in Miami

Page 12: Gossip Girl’s Emily Alyn Lind hugging Jordan Alexander as their costar Thomas Doherty gave off his best smoldering look on the set of the reboot in NYC, Robin Wright and Clement Giraudet holds hands while on a bike ride in L.A., Aaron Paul was none too pleased to be waiting for a tow truck after his classic car went on the fritz in Beverly Hills

Page 13: Jay-Z enjoyed a solo walk during a getaway in Hawaii, Paris Jackson during a day at the studio in West Hollywood, Hayley Atwell and Tom Cruise took a break from filming risky car scenes for Mission: Impossible 7 to greet fans in Rome

Page 14: Mom Life -- celebrities dote on their favorite little humans -- Leighton Meester kept her 3-month-old son safely nested in her arms during a family beach day in Malibu, Missi Pyle with her daughter Zooey Rose and a pal at a playground in L.A., Sara Gilbert enlisted son Rhodes to help pick out a Christmas tree in L.A.

Page 16: 2020 BET Soul Train Awards in L.A. -- Monica, Smokey Robinson and Charlie Wilson, CeeLo Green, Brandy

Page 18: Normal or Not? Rose McGowan didn’t let a broken wrist stop her from hitting the water in Mexico -- not, Donnie Wahlberg filmed a tense scene in Blue Bloods -- normal

Page 20: Fashion -- stars make a statement in red -- Danai Gurira, Joey King, Kelsea Ballerini

Page 21: Ciara, Jennifer Lopez

Page 24: It should have been a time for celebrating when Tristan Thompson signed a two-year $19 million contract with the Boston Celtics but Khloe Kardashian wasn’t congratulating him because she is heartbroken her boyfriend has to leave her and their daughter behind to move across the country and with good reason: the two gave their relationship another shot earlier this year after splitting in 2018 amid Tristan’s cheating scandal -- although Khloe had previously relocated to Ohio for Tristan’s career this time she plans to stay put in L.A. near her family and she’s insisting they’ll make their long-distance love affair work but everyone thinks it’s a bad idea given Tristan’s indiscretions

Page 25: Matthew Perry is engaged to Molly Hurwitz -- the two who began dating in 2018 briefly split up in May but they rekindled the romance months later and decided to make it official because they couldn’t stand to be apart -- they’re planning an intimate beach wedding in Malibu which will likely be a booze-free bash as a nod toward’s Matthew’s sobriety -- though the date is still up in the air amid lockdown restrictions the couple have already finalized a guest list which of course includes Matthew’s Friends costars

* Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas fell in love on set of Deep Water in 2019 but now the film is driving a wedge between them -- the erotic thriller has been deemed too violent for audiences so as a result the couple are back on location in New Orleans reshooting scenes and the extra one-on-one time has proven to be too much for Ana who’s eager to move on to other projects and Ana enjoys her own space a lot more than being by Ben’s side 24/7 -- meanwhile Ben is hell-bent on making sure Deep Water is a success so it doesn’t turn into another Gigli which is the 2003 flop he starred in with then-girlfriend Jennifer Lopez -- the film isn’t the only thing in limbo as Ben and Ana are beginning to crack amid rising tensions and a demanding film schedule and this has been the biggest test of their relationship for sure

Page 30: Mary-Kate Olsen’s divorce gets nasty -- tensions flare between Mary-Kate and Olivier Sarkozy as they face off in an epic battle over shared property -- the former couple is duking it out in court over an 8000-square-foot NYC townhouse which they renovated to the tune of $3 million

Page 32: Hugh Grant: Fame Almost Killed Me -- after becoming a superstar in the ‘90s Hugh went on a hard-partying self-destructive spiral that lasted decades

Page 34: Over-the-Top Celebrity Proposals -- some celebrities spare nothing when it comes to popping the question -- Pink and Carey Hart, Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom, Eva Longoria and Jose Baston

Page 35: John Stamos and Caitlin McHugh, Kanye West and Kim Kardashian

Page 40: Entertainment

Page 48: Parting Shot -- Katie Holmes

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fokohow · 5 years ago

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CHRYSLER PACIFICA 2020: 10 THINGS TO KNOW

As soon as the Pacifica was parked in my driveway, I set out to do what I hadn’t done with a minivan for a very long time, from the time I crammed my wife, children and luggage into it (more or less in that order) before setting off on a family expedition to a beach in Maine: I juggled with the 8 seats of this Chrysler product to determine all the possible combinations… and collect at least 10 things to know in the process!

1 The test of tests

After all, the versatility of a minivan is the number one reason a consumer is interested in this type of vehicle. Not the engine, a little bit the fuel consumption, never the look. How will it accommodate my tribe and their possessions is THE question.

So I tackled each seat as if it were a Rubik cube. To make the challenge even more interesting, I refrained from consulting the owner’s manual. Because it shouldn’t take a Mensa quotient to change the configuration of a cockpit. At least, that’s what I was hoping for …

2 Advance backward!

I started with the back seats. In anticipation of a trip, they are always the first ones to leave or stay, depending on the passenger/case equation to be solved. And then, it allows you to start the race slowly, standing under the tailgate. Kneeling on the floor to unhook the other seats will come soon enough…

3 Beautiful invention

Now, at the back, the first thing you notice is the hole. The pit. When both bottom seats are used, this gap in the floor allows of course to stack more luggage. But when the seats have to fade away, this abyss swallows them up. This is the Stow ‘n Go, the system born in 2005 in the Town & Country, the ancestor of Pacifica, which can be translated as “Range & Part”.

First you grab the strap marked with the number 1 (“Elemental, my dear Watson!”) to fold down the headrests. Then by pulling the strap 2, see the entire seat tilt into the hollow. Simple and very ingenious. So much so that the Honda Odyssey, the Toyota Sienna and the Kia Sedona have all taken the idea on board (Toyota named it Split-n-Stow).

At the height of refinement, spend more at Chrysler and the Stow ‘n Go gets electrified. One little button and hop! Admire the choreography!

4 An exception

Speaking of electricity, Pacifica is famous for its PHEV version. The same 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 in my test vehicle, but with an Atkinson-cycle engine, is fitted with a 16-kWh battery as a bonus to allow this Plug-In Hybrid Pacifica to travel about 50 kilometers in 100% electric mode (the new Sienna 2021 will be hybrid but not plug-in). The good news is that the back seats of the PHEV variant also benefit from the Stow ‘n Go.

5 The shelter show

Now it’s the turn of the central squares! In the regular Pacifica (and in the Dodge Grand Caravan, the cheap cousin), the Stow ‘n Go works there too, a feat exclusive to both FCA vans. Why not in the rivals? I’ve asked Kia, Honda and Toyota. The latter responded that its Magic Slide center row provides best-in-class access and clearance to the back seat occupants, and while its seats are “easily” removable, few families bother.

The Sedona uses the Slide ‘n Stow system, with the center seats rising vertically to create a clear floor clearance and an excellent passageway to the third row. In the Pacifica, access to the back is cut by grabbing a handle on the middle seats. Pull on it and the rear of the seat lifts and tilts forward to open up a decent corridor.

6 Another treat

So I said: it’s time to go for the central squares! Here, no electric magic trick, except for the Auto Advance ‘n Return button on the B-pillar that automatically slides the driver and passenger throne to allow the middle seats to perform the Stow ‘n Go operation without interference. A piece of equipment missing from my version, so I did the same but manually.

7 More holes

En retirant le protecteur de tapis, on peut accéder à deux trappes. Tirez sur l’oeillet, le couvercle de la trappe se replie en deux et un mécanisme le maintient au garde-à-vous. Et là, une autre fosse. Elle n’est pas vide. Elle contient un plateau en plastique. Le Pacifica vous invite à stocker plus de cossins dans ses entrailles.

Mais si ce sont les sièges que vous voulez ranger, vous devez vous débarrasser des cossins. Une fois que vous avez fait cela, vous pouvez encore vous amuser avec des sangles clairement numérotées pour faire entrer les sièges dans le plancher. Il ne reste plus qu’à remettre les sections de plancher en place, remettre les tapis de sol en place, ne pas laisser les bacs sur le bord de la route et votre camionnette commence à ressembler de plus en plus à un camion de déménagement.

8 Always the exception

In the case of the Pacifica Hybrid, if the rear seats fold down, the center seats will not because of the battery in the floor. The seatbacks can only be lowered, or removed completely from the vehicle. Given their weight, watch your back!

9 The recalcitrant

The back seats and the side seats of the center disappeared in the floor, this one is not yet naked for all that. There’s still the eighth seat, the least comfortable middle one, the one that turns into an armrest and cup holder when the backrest is folded down, or the one that doesn’t exist at all in the 7-seat versions of the Pacifica, which prefer two captain’s seats. What do we do with this seat runt who is reluctant to disappear into the basement of the vehicle? We evict him.

At floor level, see the strap. Hey yes, another one! Pull and the rear anchors are released. Now I’m on my knees and I lift everything. It comes fairly easily, then it blocks. There’s the seat belt coming down from the ceiling that holds the bataclan.

How do you get rid of it? I knock for five minutes before I discover that the fastener near the cushion has a small red slit. What if I push it in? But with what? With the metal tongue that normally goes into the belt buckle to strap the seat occupant. And, in fact, by pointing the metal wedge into the slot, the belt will not come off. Chrysler has even provided an overhead nest to store it. I can finally get the 8th seat out of the Pacifica. Mission accomplished! Hallelujah!

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My Pacifica Touring had a basic price of $43,495 and a total price of $49,665 with options and shipping. The L model is the least expensive of the range starting at $37,995. The PHEV variant starts at $53,095. The Pacifica 2021 will arrive in the last quarter of the year. Big news, all-wheel drive will be optional (except for the PHEV), like the Sienna. We don’t yet know how much it will cost, but we do know that there will be a Pacifica 2020 AWD Launch Edition starting at $50,090.

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May 27, 2017

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Bell-and-Spigot Joint

This joint for underground cast-iron pipe was developed as long ago as 1785. Standard dimensions are shown in Table A2.22.

The joint may be made up with lead and oakum, sulfur compounds, or cement. Lead and oakum constitute the prevailing joint sealer for sanitary systems. Bell- and-spigot joints are usually reserved for sanitary sewer systems. These joints are not used in ductile iron pipe.

Mechanical (Gland-Type) Joint

This modification of the bell-and-spigot joints, as designated in Federal Specification WW-P-421 and ANSI/AWWA C111/A21.11, is illustrated in Table A2.23.

This joint is commonly used for low and intermediate-pressure gas distribution systems, particularly those conveying natural gas or dry manufactured gas. Mechanical joints are also used for water lines, sewage, and process piping. In the mechanical (gland-type) joint shown in Fig. A2.30,

the lead and oakum of the conventional bell-and-spigot joint are supplanted by a stuffing box in which a rubber or composition packing ring, with or without a metal or canvas tip or canvas backing, is compressed by a ductile cast-iron follower ring drawn up with bolts. In addition to making an inherently tight joint even under considerable pressure, this arrangement has the advantage of permitting relatively large lateral deflections (3¹⁄₂° to 7°), as well as longitudinal expansion or con- traction. For more details, refer to AWWA C600, Standard for Installation of Ductile-Iron Water Mains and Their Appurtenances.

Tyton Joint

The Tyton joint is designed to contain an elongated grooved gasket. The inside contour of the socket bell provides a seat for the circular rubber in a modified bulb- shaped gasket. An internal ridge in the socket fits into the groove of the gasket. A slight taper on the plain end of the pipe facilitates assembly.

Standard dimensions are given in Table A2.24. The maximum joint deflection angle is 5° for sizes through NPS 12 (DN 300), 4° for NPS 14 (DN 350) and NPS

16 (DN 400), and 3° for NPS 18 (DN 450), NPS 20 (DN 500), and NPS 24 (DN 600). Either all-bell U.S. standardized mechanical joint fittings or bell-and-spigot all-bell fittings with poured or cement joints can be used with Tyton joint pipe.

Mechanical Lock-Type Joint

For installations where the joints may tend to come apart owing to sag or lateral thrust in the pipeline, a mechanical joint having a self-locking feature is used to resist end pull. This joint is similar to the gland-type mechanical joint except that in the locked joint the spigot end of the pipe is grooved or has a recess to grip the gasket. Although only slight expansion or contraction can be accommodated in this type of joint, it does allow the usual 3¹⁄₂° to 7° angular deflection. The lock-type joint finds application above ground in the process industries and in river crossings on bridges or trestles, as well as in submarine crossings or in unusually loose or known marshy soils. Where the locking feature is on the spigot rather than on the bell, this type of pipe can be used with the regular line of mechanical joint fittings.

Mechanical Push-On-Type Joint

Where a low-cost mechanical joint is desired, the roll-on type can be used. In this joint, a round rubber gasket is placed over the spigot end and is pulled into the bell by mechanical means, thus pulling the ring into place in the bottom of the bell. Outside the rubber gasket, braided jute is wedged behind a projecting ridge in the bell. This serves to confine the gasket under pressure in the joint. A bituminous compound is used to seal the mouth of the bell and to aid in retaining the hemp and the rubber gasket. Either bell-and-spigot or mechanical (gland-type) fittings are used with this line of pipe. Push-on joints are made in accordance with ANSI/ AWWA C111/A21.11.

Mechanical Screw-Gland-Type Joint

This type of mechanical joint for cast-iron pipe makes use of a coarse-threaded screw gland drawn up by means of a spanner wrench to compress a standard rubber or composition packing gasket. The joint allows from 2° to 7° angular deflection, as well as expansion or contraction without danger of leaks. A lead ring, inserted in the bell ahead of the gasket, seals off the contents of the line from the gasket. The ring also provides an electric circuit through the joint for thawing out frozen underground mains and service lines by the electrical method. The screw-gland joint is used in piping which conveys water, gas, oil, and other fluids at considerable pressure. The gaskets and lead rings are interchangeable with those used in equivalent lines of mechanical joints of the bolted-gland type. A full line of fittings is available for use with screw-gland pipe.

Ball-and-Socket Joints

For river crossings, submarine lines, or other places where great flexibility is necessary, ductile cast-iron pipe can be obtained with ball-and-socket joints of the mechanical-gland types, as shown in Fig. A2.31.

Provision is made for longitudinal expansion and contraction, and a positive stop against disengagement of the joint is a feature of the design. As much as 15° angular deflection can be accommodated without leakage. This pipe is heavy enough to remain underwater where laid without requiring river clamps or anchorage devices. The pipe may be pulled across streams with a cable, since the joints are positively locked against separating, or it may be laid directly from a barge, bridge, or pontoons, without the services of a diver. The mechanical ball-and-socket joint is suitable for use with water, sewage, air, gas, oil, and other fluids at considerable pressure. Either bell-and-spigot or mechanical (gland-type) fittings can be used with this line of pipe, although the integral ball present on the spigot end of some designs has to be cut off before the pipe can be inserted in a regular bell.

Universal Pipe Joints

This type of cast-iron pipe joint (shown in Fig. A2.32)

has a machined taper seat which obviates the need for caulking or for a compression gasket. The joint is pulled up snugly with two bolts, after which the nuts are backed off slightly, thus enabling the lock washers to give enough to avoid over stressing the socket or lugs. Pipe is made in 12- to 20-ft (3.5 to 6-m) lengths to the usual pressure classes and can be bought as Type III under Federal Specification WW-P-421. Universal-joint fittings are available for use with the pipe. This type of joint is used to some extent in pipe diameters of NPS 4 (DN 100) to NPS 24 (DN 600) for underground water supply systems; but it is not considered suitable for gas service, and it does not permit much angular displacement or expansive movement.

Compression-Sleeve Coupling

The type of joint shown in Fig. A2.33 is used with plain-end pipe of either cast iron or steel. It is widely known under the trade names of Dresser coupling and Dayton coupling. Compression sleeve couplings are used extensively for air, gas, oil, water, and other services above- or underground. With a joint of this type, it is necessary to anchor or brace solidly at dead ends or turns to prevent the line from pulling apart. Compression couplings and fittings with screwed packing glands are available for use with small-size cast-iron or steel pipe. In welded transmission lines for oil or gas where any significant change in temperature is expected, a certain percentage of the joints may be made up with compression couplings instead of welding in order to allow for expansion.

Grooved Segmented-Ring Coupling

The type of split coupling shown in Fig. A2.34 is used with either ductile cast-iron or steel pipe that has grooves near the ends which enable the coupling to grip the pipe, in order to prevent disengagement of the joint. The couplings are manufactured in a minimum of two segments for small pipe sizes and several segments for large pipe sizes. Grooved-end fittings are available for use with the couplings. With proper choice of gasket material, the joint is suitable for use above- or underground with nearly any fluid or gas. The joint’s advantages are its

Ability to absorb minor angular and axial deflections

Ability to increase gasket sealing force with increased system pressure

Refer to AWWA C.606, Standard for Grooved and Shouldered Joints.

Simplicity for rapid erection or dismantling for systems requiring frequent disas- sembly.

The coupling is also available in a style where grooving of the pipe ends is not required. Joint separation is prevented by the use of hardened steel inserts (teeth) which grab the mating pipe ends.

Flanged Joints

Flanged ductile or cast-iron pipe is used above ground for low and intermediate pressures in water-pumping stations, gas works, power and industrial plants, oil refineries, booster stations for water, and gas and oil transmission lines. Cast iron flanges usually are faced and drilled according to ASME B16.1. For flanged joints in a ductile iron pipe, refer to ASME B16.42, ANSI/AWWA C110/A21.10, C111/ A21.11, C115/A21.15, and C153/A21.53. Cast-iron pipe is made both with integrally cast flanges and with threaded companion flanges for screwing onto the pipe (as shown in Figs. A2.35 and A2.36).

In the latter case, the outside diameter of the pipe conforms to iron pipe size (IPS) dimensions to allow for the threads provided. It is available in sizes NPS 3 (DN 50) through NPS 24 (DN 600) and in length to 18 ft (5.5 m). For lengths less than 3 ft (1 m), in sizes NPS 3 (DN 50) through NPS 12 (DN 300), the flanges may be cast integrally with the pipe, rather than screwed on the pipe, at the manufacturer’s option.

Standard dimensions of flanged joints for silver brazing are shown in Table A2.25.

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Fifteen survival shelters that can save your life

Protecting yourself from the elements should be a priority when you're trapped in the wilderness. (Tim MacWelch/)

This story was originally featured on Outdoor Life.

Shelter is your top priority in most survival emergencies. Severe weather conditions can kill within a few hours if you don’t have some type of shelter to defend you from the elements. Luckily, there are a wide array of techniques and materials for escaping the elements. Check out my top 15 favorite survival shelters.

1. Round lodge

The round lodge design has withstood the test of time for a reason. (Tim MacWelch/)

The round lodge is a hybrid from many cultures. Part tipi, part wickiup, and influenced by many architectural styles, a round lodge can block wind, rain, cold, and sun. It is structured like a tipi, with the addition of a solid doorway. These typically have a smoke hole through the roof and can accommodate a tiny fire for heat and light. This shelter can be thatched with grass or mats, or it can be buried with a thick coat of leaf litter. Lodge styles like this abounded in the historic and prehistoric American west. This architecture worked equally well in wetter climates and was used in pre-Roman Britain.

2. Ramada

If you're stranded in the desert, a ramada can protect you from the sun. (Tim MacWelch/)

Sunny, hot environments require a shelter that offers shade. The ramada's flat roof doesn't give you leak-proof rain protection, but it does block all of the sun from beating down on you. Many ramada variations exist, but most are based on four posts, some lightweight beams and a suitable covering. Tarps, mats, or even brush will do well enough on the ramada's roof as a sun block. Add some removable walls to cut the evening breeze if temps cool down, and you have a very versatile desert shelter.

3. Quinzhee

If the snow isn't right for an igloo, you can still probably build a quinzhee. (Tim MacWelch/)

The quinzhee is a dome-shaped snow shelter, similar in shape to an igloo, but much easier to construct. Snow must be just right to build an igloo, while most types of snowfall can be packed together for the quinzhee. To build one, start by piling up some moveable gear under a tarp. Backpacks are commonly used for this. Then pile snow over the tarp and gear. Pack the snow down, estimating when it is two feet thick all the way around. Next, insert 12 inch long sticks around the dome. Use 3 or 4 dozen of these guide sticks. Burrow into the side of the quinzhee and retrieve the tarp and gear. Excavate snow inside the mound until you reach the base of every stick. This will ensure uniform thickness of the dome. Make a fist-sized ventilation hole in the roof of the quinzhee.

4. Snow cave

A snow cave relies on science to keep you warm. (freshairjunkie/)

A snow cave may be the only shelter option in areas with deep snow. This is typically the most dangerous shelter to create, as the inhabitants could suffer from low oxygen or even be buried alive in a ceiling collapse. Snow selection is a critical part to the snow caves safe performance. Select a deep, solid snow bank or drift. Dig into the side of it, forming a tunnel into a low spot. This is the “cold well”, which is a place where the colder air can fall and collect. Then dig up and over, creating a shelf or platform to sleep on. This should be the highest part of the shelter. Dig a small hole about 6 inches in diameter somewhere in the roof for ventilation, especially if you plan on blocking the entrance with a doorway of backpack or big snow chunk.

5. Wedge tarp

A wedge tarp can protect you from the wind while also collecting water. (Tim MacWelch/)

This tarp shelter is best-suited for windy conditions with a constant prevailing wind direction. The wedge provides an aerodynamic shape which should resist the most biting wind and driving rain. With a minimum of 5 tie-down points, the wedge is more secure than most tarps, and it even provides two corners that act as rain catches. To build the wedge tarp shelter, stake down two corners of the tarp into the wind (not opposing corners). Then tie up a line to the center of the opposite side of the tarp. Tie the remaining two corners down toward the ground. Use more cord and a less steep angle for open wings and better ventilation. Tie the last corners down sharply for the best weatherproofing. Place a few rocks or log chunks under the tarp by the first tie downs to create deeper basins to catch water. This shelter is a dwelling and a water harvester in one.

6. Tarp wing

Consider a tarp wing if you need to cover a large area. (Tim MacWelch/)

This unorthodox tarp configuration is great for rain protection over a large area if you have a large tarp, or it can provide coverage to a smaller area when using smaller tarps. I use a 20-by-40-foot tarp in this shape over my campfire area when teaching classes. But, I have also camped under one that was 8 by 10 feet. The wing ties up opposing corners of a tarp, two up high and two in lower positions. It can billow like a loose sail in wind, but it works well to keep off both sun and rain.

7. Tarp burrito

You're the filling in a tarp burrito. (Tim MacWelch/)

The tarp burrito is a low-drag shelter featuring zero frills and a 30-second or less setup. Simply lay your tarp in a likely shelter location. Fold one side over, about ⅓ of the way. Then fold again going in the same direction. This makes a roll of tarp with the seam underneath. Tuck one end of the tarp under itself to close it off, and shove your sleeping bag down into the open end. With this configuration, all of the seams are underneath you, pinned down by body weight, except for the door. Let it flop down in stormy weather, or prop it open if the weather is favorable. Just remember that you get what you pay for. With no time spent on ventilation, there will typically be dew or frost inside the burrito from water vapor produced by you during the night, especially if your clothes are damp. This will get your sleeping bag wet in all conditions but the driest.

8. Tarp tipi

As you are beginning to see, tarps are super useful in the wild. (Tim MacWelch/)

A bit of rope, some poles, and a tarp can give you all you need to build one of the most versatile and mobile shelters that Native Americans have ever employed—the tipi. Traditional tipis were once covered with large hides, then later with canvas. For our purposes, any large fabric will work, from parachute material to sails, or a tarp. There are many traditions with tipi building, but for a quick field shelter, just call it like you see it. Use rope to bundle a few straight poles together or hook a few forked poles to lock in the first three or four poles. Then place other poles in a circle around the main supports. Pull the tarp or other covering into place, and tie down well. Try to size the framework so that you tarp covers it completely.

Tip: Make the tarp come together so that you have a door flap, which can be closed in cold or wet weather or opened for ventilation and egress.

9. A-Frame tarp shelter

The A-frame goes up quickly, leaving you time to build a fire. (Tim MacWelch/)

The A-frame is a tarp design that gives great coverage against rain and wind when built close to the ground. When suspended higher, it still provides coverage from rain, but it allows more airflow underneath. A-frames go up fast. Once you pick your shelter site, you should have your tarp hung up in 10 minutes or less, leaving plenty of time in the day to accomplish other survival tasks. To get started, suspend a line of cordage between two trees or similar supports. Lay your tarp over the line and tie down all four corners of your tarp. This shelter is a great addition to a tarp hammock or strung up over a springy bough bed. You can even use a poncho as an A-frame tarp shelter.

10. Desert tarp

Desert cultures have been using this type of shelter for ages. (Tim MacWelch/)

This “double-roofed” shelter dates back centuries among desert cultures, particularly in northern Africa and the Middle East, but it finally found widespread fame through the last century’s military survival training. To get started with this shelter, you’ll need two tarps and several dozen feet of rope. Find or dig your own low spot in the ground. Lay one of your tarps out over the low spot and drive each of your stakes at one corner of the tarp. Tie your tarp tightly to the stakes, and then tie the other tarp into place—so it leaves one foot of air space between the two tarps. You can also fold over a larger tarp to create the two layers. Tie the tops of the four stakes to your four anchors, which can be stakes, rocks, logs or any other strong anchoring object.

11. Tarp hammock

You've seen a hammock before, right? (Tim MacWelch/)

This is a quick way to improvise a hammock to get off the ground in wet or bug-infested environments. Use an 8-by-10-foot tarp and some ¼-inch braided nylon rope. Start out with one of the long sides of the tarp and roll it up halfway across the entire tarp. Then roll up the other long side to meet the first, so that the whole thing looks like a 10-foot-long, two-roll bundle. Now, tie a sheet bend securely to each end of the tarp, leaving 15 feet or so of rope on each end to tie to your trees. Select leg-thick or thicker trees about 10 feet apart and securely tie the end of each rope to a tree, as high as you can reach. Wrap around the tree twice for good grip on the bark, and then use two half hitches, with an extra hitch for added security. Tie to the trees high up to compensate for the settling of the hammock as the knots cinch down. You can tie up another tarp as an A-frame between the two trees that the hammock hangs from to give yourself a roof.

For buggy locations: Tie a small bit of cloth to each of your hammock lines and soak it with bug repellent. This should keep some of the bugs from walking the line down into your hammock. For snake- and insect-proofing, soak the rags in kerosene, but keep any open flames far away from the fuel soaked cloth.

12. Bough bed

The bough bed—for when it's time to decorate your survival shelter. (Tim MacWelch/)

This is not a shelter by itself, but it makes an outstanding addition to any other shelter type. To make a bough bed, you can use leaves, grass, evergreen boughs, or other plant material. Cedar and pine boughs are common enough in many places, but fir boughs make the softest bed. For the bed frame, roll up two logs, side by side and about 3 feet apart. Make sure they are longer than you are tall. Fill the void between the logs by laying down the boughs, several at a time. Dead, dry leaves or dead grasses can be a great addition if you have them. In snowy conditions, you’ll just have to stick with the boughs. Make the mattress so thick that you are at least 6 inches from the frozen ground or snow surface when lying down. Keep adding armloads of boughs or other vegetation if the mattress compresses too much or isn’t warm enough.

13. Wickiup

Depending on the conditions and shelter material, you may be able to safely light a small fire inside a wickiup. (Tim MacWelch/)

The wickiup is a bit like a small tipi made from poles, brush and vegetation. This shelter can be found across the globe, but has been most frequently documented in the American southwest. Thicker brush, grass, and leaf coverings along with a steeper roof can make this shelter suitable for climates with occasional rain. A broader, squattier structure covered with light brush can give you a shady, ventilated shelter for hot, dry climates.

Collect several dozen poles, some with forks at the top. Lock a few of these forks together to build a freestanding tripod. Then lay the other poles around to create the tipi frame. Finish with the vegetation layer. If the wickiup is large enough and the vegetation covering the roof is wet or green material, it may be safe enough to risk lighting a tiny fire inside.

14. Leaf hut

A leaf hut is a lean-to with clothes on. (Tim MacWelch/)

The leaf hut is a two-sided, wedge-shaped lean-to with much better weatherproofing and insulating qualities. To build one, select a long, sturdy pole 9 to 12 feet long. Prop it up in the fork of a tree or set it on a rock, stump, or two forked prop sticks. Then, cover the sides of the pole with tree branches to act as ribs. These are placed at an angle along both sides of the ridge pole. Place the ribs close together so your hut covering won’t fall through. Next, heap vegetation over the framework (this can be anything that traps air, including grass, ferns, moss, pine needles, brush, or pine boughs). Two to three feet of vegetation covering all sides of the shelter is enough to keep you dry inside. Finally, fill the inside of the hut with a thick pile of vegetation for your bedding.

In case of high winds: A layer of brush, sticks, twigs, or branches should be thrown over the whole hut to keep the wind from stripping the vegetation away.

15. Lean-to

Lean-tos are quick to build, but don't offer a ton of protection. (Tim MacWelch/)

The lean-to is one of the simplest and most frequently constructed primitive shelters. It can be set up in less than an hour with a variety of materials. This basic, one-sided design will give you a haven from wind and rain that the wilderness might throw at you.

Securely support a long, stout pole between two trees. Cover one side with poles, brush or branches. Then, heap leaves, grasses, palm fronds, or any other vegetation that is available on top. This shelter has two main flaws: It doesn’t hold in heat well, and if the wind or rain changes direction, you’ll no longer be sheltered. Think of it as a house with only one wall and half of a roof. It offers little in the way of insulation and merely deflects wind and reflects the heat of the nearby fire.

On the upside, it's quick and easy to build.

Don’t forget: Natural shelters like this are difficult to see from a distance, so hang up something bright like a flag to mark the shelter.

How to heat a survival shelter without an indoor fire

Sticks and stones may break your bones, but they can also warm you. (Tim MacWelch/)

Nothing in the backcountry gives off heat like a roaring fire. That’s why our recent ancestors built fireplaces in their log cabins—and more remote forebears burned fires in whatever structure they called home. And since it’s not wise to have a fire in a primitive hut made of sticks and dry vegetation (or a cave, for that matter), it’s good to know of other ways to heat your living and sleeping area. By digging a hot rock heating pit in the dirt floor of a shelter, you can enjoy the heat of a fire—with far less danger to yourself and your shelter. Here’s how.

Start by digging a small pit in the floor of your shelter, a little bigger than the bowling ball sized rock you will be using to transfer heat. Dig the hole to match the rock’s size and shape and find a flat rock to cover the pit. Make sure that you get your two rocks from a dry location (waterlogged rocks tend to explode when heated, so do not use rocks pulled from rivers, streams, and ponds).

Ensure that everything fits together well before you heat up the stone, since a 1,200-degree rock isn’t a fun thing to juggle. You could even recess the hole of the pit surrounding the cover, so the flat rock sits flush with the dirt floor (not a tripping hazard). When it’s time to use your setup, heat up your pit stone in a fire for about an hour (but don’t heat the lid stone), carry the stone to the pit (a shovel works well), and drop it in. Seal the pit with your flat stone lid, and bask in the radiant heat that will last for several hours.

For sustained heat, you could always have another rock of a similar shape and size to your first rock at the ready, so that when the first rock is done cooling off, the second rock can be swapped in its place to keep the heat going. This trick works best in very dry soil and with a red hot rock. Just clear all flammables out of the way as you move the near-molten stone toward the waiting pit!

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scootoaster · 5 years ago

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Fifteen survival shelters that can save your life

Protecting yourself from the elements should be a priority when you're trapped in the wilderness. (Tim MacWelch/)

This story was originally featured on Outdoor Life.

1. Round lodge

The round lodge design has withstood the test of time for a reason. (Tim MacWelch/)

2. Ramada

If you're stranded in the desert, a ramada can protect you from the sun. (Tim MacWelch/)

3. Quinzhee

If the snow isn't right for an igloo, you can still probably build a quinzhee. (Tim MacWelch/)

4. Snow cave

A snow cave relies on science to keep you warm. (freshairjunkie/)

5. Wedge tarp

A wedge tarp can protect you from the wind while also collecting water. (Tim MacWelch/)

6. Tarp wing

Consider a tarp wing if you need to cover a large area. (Tim MacWelch/)

7. Tarp burrito

You're the filling in a tarp burrito. (Tim MacWelch/)

8. Tarp tipi

As you are beginning to see, tarps are super useful in the wild. (Tim MacWelch/)

Tip: Make the tarp come together so that you have a door flap, which can be closed in cold or wet weather or opened for ventilation and egress.

9. A-Frame tarp shelter

The A-frame goes up quickly, leaving you time to build a fire. (Tim MacWelch/)

10. Desert tarp

Desert cultures have been using this type of shelter for ages. (Tim MacWelch/)

11. Tarp hammock

You've seen a hammock before, right? (Tim MacWelch/)

12. Bough bed

The bough bed—for when it's time to decorate your survival shelter. (Tim MacWelch/)

13. Wickiup

Depending on the conditions and shelter material, you may be able to safely light a small fire inside a wickiup. (Tim MacWelch/)

14. Leaf hut

A leaf hut is a lean-to with clothes on. (Tim MacWelch/)

In case of high winds: A layer of brush, sticks, twigs, or branches should be thrown over the whole hut to keep the wind from stripping the vegetation away.

15. Lean-to

Lean-tos are quick to build, but don't offer a ton of protection. (Tim MacWelch/)

On the upside, it's quick and easy to build.

Don’t forget: Natural shelters like this are difficult to see from a distance, so hang up something bright like a flag to mark the shelter.

How to heat a survival shelter without an indoor fire

Sticks and stones may break your bones, but they can also warm you. (Tim MacWelch/)

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The ins and outs of door locks

Proximity, Wiegand, biometrics, distributed processing, networking, and integration are just some technical terms that security practitioners encounter when considering implementing access control systems.

Choosing the right access control technology medium requires careful analysis and research, and this process takes quite a long time.

An important consideration ignored in the design of the access control system is the choice of electric locks and other electric door hardware.

The electric lock is combined with the door to provide a physical barrier to the safe area.

Therefore, the level of security in the region will depend on the choice of electronic hardware.

"All brains, no brawn" is the result of combining complex access control devices with invalid electric locking hardware.

The planning, design, and specified stages of implementing an access control system must include careful attention to the selection of electrical hardware.

Before security practitioners can effectively select the right electric lock for the application, it is important to understand the type of product and its components, including some relevant technical terms, operations, and product application technologies. Fail-safe and fail-

Safety is two terms associated with all electro-mechanical phase locks.

They are often exchanged by mistake. Fail-

Safety does not mean safety.

A man will think of a failed door

When the power is off, the security device remains locked.

The opposite is true. A fail-

When the power is off, the safe electro-mechanical lock will remain unlocked.

These types of locks are used for doors on the fire passage path.

The power circuit of the equipment is connected to the fire protection system of the equipment.

In the event of a fire, these locks can be relaxed reliably and directly through the fire protection system. Fail-

Security locks are sometimes called continuous locks. duty devices. Intermittentduty or fail-

In the event of a power outage, the security type of equipment will remain in the assigned position.

Power is required to unlock this type of device.

Faulty door at any time of power failure or power interruption-

The security device will remain locked. A fail-

Depending on the type of mechanical hardware in use, the lock of the safety type can be approved for use with the fire exit door.

A large number of electronic devices have been developed over the past 10 years, with a focus on security, access control and life safety.

The four lock types used as part of the auxiliary control system include magnetic locks, electric shocks, electric lock sets, and electric dead bolts.

These mechanical and electrical hardware devices use magnets in operation. Current--

Electricity can also be used as a solenoid through a circle of wires--

Generate a magnetic field that attracts or moves the piston or lever.

Through this action, the device is locked or unlocked, or the latch is recovered.

A special case of this kind of electro-magnetic effect is an induction lock, in which the magnet itself is the locking device.

The magnetic lock consists of two components: one is the magnet and the other is the bullet-proof board.

The inside of the door frame or the door frame is equipped with an induction magnet, and the door frame is equipped with a stri board.

The door is closed, the magnet is energized, and the impact plate is in contact with the magnet.

The holding force of the magnetic field fixed the door.

The holding power of the magnetic lock ranges from 500 to pound.

When the electricity is removed, the magnetic field is released and the door may be opened.

This type of magnetic lock is considered directhold or direct-pull lock. For high-

The use of frequency access control, since no moving parts are subject to operational wear, the application of magnetic locks is ideal.

During the drive, the impact plate is in rough contact with the magnet, and the magnetic field pulls the impact plate into flush alignment.

As a result, magnetic locks can be used in poorly installed existing wood and hollow metal doors, frameless glass or huge doors, and double doors, all open. Since direct-

Keep the magnetic locks installed on the surface and they should always be on the safe side of the door.

It is important to pay attention to the direction of the door swing.

The swing direction of the door will determine the type of mounting hardware and brackets required to hold the magnet and impact plate in place.

The special adhesive kit will allow the installation of magnetic locks on frameless glass or Herculite doors.

The \"U\" stand across the top of these door types provides an alternative way to connect the strike Board.

To satisfy aesthetic considerations, locking enclosures, brackets, and hardware that match the completion of existing hardware can be provided. Full-

Custom length housing

Made according to the width size of the door, especially suitable for doubleApply at the door. This tamper-

Since the locks and wires are protected by the housing, the resistance to installation provides greater safety. The full-

The length of the shell can be aesthetic decorated with the finish provided by the manufacturer, or it can be painted on site to match the finish of the door frame.

• Use hidden magnetic locks or shear locks when Aesthetics need not be allowed to expose surfacesmounted type.

Thanks to its narrow outline, Shearlock allows for easy hiding in the door frame, which is completely invisible when the door is closed.

The latch is placed in the door frame or in the threshold, and the strike plate is placed on the top edge of the door.

The continuous or adjacent parts of the shear lock are composed of agagnet and the strike plate.

With the door closing and positioning, the impact plate with a small amount of vertical movement is attracted by the lock.

The opening on the strike platform highlights the surface of the lock.

This prevents the impact plate from sliding down from the lock.

During installation, the precise alignment of the impact plate with respect to the magnet is critical.

In order to prevent continuous service problems, scissors locks may not be used on doors or frames that may be sunken, settled or distorted.

The shear lock can be mounted on the surface of the door frame, and the lock is parallel to the floor.

Strike board with L-attached to the surface of the doorshaped bracket. For double-acting (in-outswing)

Door, two surfaces.

Reliable locking methods are available. Direct-

Hold and shear locks are ideal for outdoor applications such as pedestrian entrance doors and car parking. Weather-

Stainless steel resistant

The steel housing provides protection against extreme weather for the locking mechanism.

To increase security, most access control systems monitor the status of the door controlled by the card reader.

Normally, the magnetic switch on the door indicates to the system whether the door is open or closed.

As an option, the sensor can be integrated into the body of the magnetic lock.

When the door is physically closed, the door \"safety\" signal will be reported through the access control system, and the strikeplate is properly positioned against the surface of the magnet and the magnet is opened.

This function eliminates the necessity and cost of installing the isolation door position switch.

All magnetic locks are continuous. duty (fail-safe)

Equipment that requires continuous power supply to keep power on and locked.

They work at low voltage DC with very small power consumption.

In order to avoid unsafe factors in the event of a power outage, an emergency power supply should be provided to maintain continuous operation.

For years, most of the electric locking devices used with access control systems have been electric shocks.

Due to their diversity, they are still the most popular equipment on the market.

Electric shock works with locks or hardware in the door.

The electric strike is mounted on the door frame, replacing the standard pocket strike plate for manual door locks.

Turn the lip or keeper to secure the latch of the manual door lock in the pocket.

It is held in the locked position by a wedge connected to the asolenoid.

When the solenoid is powered on, the wedge is removed and the lip may rotate so that the latch bolt is removed from the impact and the door opens.

A spring brings the door back to its original position.

When the door is closed, the diagonal edge of the door lock on the lips and fall into the pocket.

The correct strike selection depends on the hardware type or the location of the door.

There are plug-in, cylindrical, unit and rim locks. Thelatch-

The Bolt projections for these locks range from 3/8 \"to 7/8\", which will help determine which type of blow to use for each application.

Another important factor in determining the right choice of strike is the structure of the door frame.

The most common door holes or door frames are divided into three types: Wood, tubular aluminum and hollow metal.

The electric strike was designed for each of these applications, but each brought some installation problems.

The wood rack installation can be beautiful, but this process sometimes requires a large amount of wood to be removed from the wood rack.

This may make the frame weak and in aforced-entry attempt.

A certain type of anchor or bracket should be used to secure the impact on the wall or on the bolt behind the wooden frame.

The tubular aluminum frame may not have enough depth to accept the electric shock.

Sometimes, the internal support bracket or glass on the side light next to the door protrudes into the frame, thus reducing the depth required to properly install the strike.

The installation of hollow metal doors and frames can also cause problems.

During construction, many frames are filled with cement or plaster, making the installation of the strike more time-consuming.

Work under Low Voltage AC or DC.

The AC operation provides familiar buzz.

This noise is caused by the current pushing and pulling the solenoid, a total of 60 times per second.

Strikesare available for failure-safe or fail-

Safe operation.

The electric lock is electrically locked or unlocked with knobs, levers, or thumb parts on one or both sides of the lock.

The solenoid replaces or copies the action of a key that allows manual activation (turn orpush)

The handle or lever of the door, thus opening the door.

Locks can be used as cylindrical locks or latch locks.

The lock will replace the mechanical Manual cylinder or pin Wood and hollow metal doors, providing clean and attractive installation.

To control the start of the lock, there is a power supply from the frame to the door.

An electric hinge or pivot is a device that provides a concealed method of transferring power from the frame to the swing door.

Flexible cable rings can be used when not considering the US.

In order to meet many building and life safety specifications, electric locks can be operated under both faultssafe and fail-secure modes.

Property selection will depend on code requirements and existing hardware compatibility.

For two-way swinging doors, solenoid-activated latch or bolt locks can provide an acceptable alternative to magnetic shear locks.

They all offer the advantage of hiding the installation and provide a more secure locking method.

The Bolt, which is perpendicular to the locking mechanism, may be round in shape or inclined latch.

The automatic re-lock switch will hold the bolt or latch back until the door is in a closed position.

The lock is converted into the standard lock height of the door frame or door frame.

For special applications, the lock may blur into the bottom track of the door frame.

Alignment of the minimum gap between door and frame or head is a key factor in choosing dead anglebolt device.

The application of dead bolts includes doors consisting of wood, hollow metal, heckule, glass with metal frame and two open doors.

The use of two dead people-bolt locks (

Ie top and bottom)

The door may need to be properly protected.

Electric dead bolts can be used as continuous-according to specific applications-

Or intermittent. duty devices.

Most building and life safety regulations prohibit the use of these equipment on roads at high exitsrise buildings.

The stair tower provides a safe way to exit in the event of a fire.

Fire and Life Safety regulations stipulate that all doors leading to stairs must be kept closed and locked in order to prevent smoke and fire.

The manufacturer is dead.

The bolt lock is operated with a matching pin lock that meets the safety specifications.

Basic product knowledge and application technology are important factors in selecting products.

It can be disastrous to use a product that is not suitable for the application, or at least an expensive error.

Effective Design standards should take into account code requirements, operational and traffic flows, door and frame structures, pre-existing door hardware, aesthetics, interfaces with access control systems, power requirements, safety requirements, and budget allowance.

Code requirements should be carefully considered.

The building and fire protection codes generally require the use of approved products and operate them as part of the system.

It becomes complicated to apply this code.

In many cases, approval is left to local authorities with jurisdiction, usually consisting of a local fire department, a construction department or both.

In some parts of the country, manufacturers must submit their products for evaluation.

For example, in New York City, the materials and equipment acceptance Agency (MEA)

The original Standards and Appeals Board evaluates each unit and issues a list of approved products.

The National Fire Protection Association is adopted in multiple states, cities and county jurisdictions (NFPA)

Code of life safety and underwriting laboratory (UL)

Product compliance standards.

Here are some of the basic security elements included in most code programs: * all exit doors must be opened through an action that does not require special knowledge.

This eliminates outlet buttons, digital keyboards, keys, card readers and other electronic devices.

Approved exits include turning the lever or holding the handle or holding the panic bar.

* Free exit is required for any part of the building.

Access control for indoor doors will require application of faults-

Safety electric lock.

These devices will be required to be unlocked on fire signals provided through the fire protection system of the facility. * Fire-

Rated doors on stair towers and firewalls must remain closed and locked, but free exits are allowed in case of fire.

The electrified hardware selection for this application is correct. All fire-

Rated doors and frames must have fire-

Rating hardware to maintain its rating.

Any changes to the fire-

Rated doors and frames usually cancel their UL or factory mutual certification.

Any modification of these products requires the approval of an authorized body with jurisdiction.

To make things more complicated, the American bill on Disability (ADA)

January 26, 1992 1990 of day entry into force.

Relevant judicial regulations prohibit discrimination based on disability and require the design, construction and change of public accommodation and commercial facilities to comply with ada accessibility standards.

These standards will affect the design and application of life safety and safety systems and equipment.

For example, door hardware, such as handles, pulls, latches, locks, and other operating devices on barrier-free doors, should have a shape that is easily grasped by one hand.

Can adjust the cleaning of the closing door, the height of the card reader and other safety devices and the maximum installation height.

Depending on the location, the door needs the maximum prescribed opening force.

Compliance with ADA standards while meeting security requirements will make the choice of mechanical and electrical hardware a key issue.

Although architects can specify custom materials to meet a variety of aesthetic issues, standard mechanical and electrical hardware can often be applied to achieve the desired results.

Most electric lock manufacturers offer the device the option to match or supplement the existing door hardware (

Knob, handle, hinge, skirting, astragals, and frame, for example).

To the architect\'s delight, some of the devices are completely hidden and become invisible as the doors are closed.

Other hardware devices that may affect the operation of the electric lock include door closers and card access outlet devices.

Close the door to make sure the door is its own closing.

These may need to be adjusted in order to ensure the active participation of the electric locking mechanism.

Export devices may include buttons, panic bars, card readers, motion detectors, or other electronic devices.

The choice of these devices may limit the application of electronic hardware.

Mechanical and electrical products operate at AC or DC low voltage (

Usually 12 V or 24 V)

Consume very little electricity.

Most access control systems provide a \"dry contact\" output to lock and unlock the electric lock.

In order to power the lock, a power supply consisting of an AC operating transformer or a DC operating power supply should be provided. For continuous-duty locks (fail-safe)

Emergency power should be considered.

Some access control systems usually provide a voltage output of 12 volts. DC or 24 volts-DC.

Voltage compatibility and sufficient power output are important factors to consider in this interface.

When connected to this type of electronic device, the DC power supply is better because it is less noisy and therefore less likely to harm the electronic components in these systems.

Improving the security level of the facility is one of the main reasons for implementing the access control system.

The main function of the system is to restrict access to the authorization area.

The mechanical and electrical products with the door provide a physical barrier for the area to control.

The required security level will determine the choice of electronic hardware.

For example, the perimeter door of the facility may require a more complete lock than the one used on the interior door.

In the safety planning of the door, it is useless to place a strong lock on the weak door.

In response to the challenges of various applications, manufacturers have expanded their product lines to include devices in all categories of mechanical and electrical hardware.

With a large number of products, it will take some research to decide the most effective equipment.

The first step is to understand these products and their applications.

It can be confusing to view many products separately consuming.

If one understands the functionality of each of the four basic hardware types, it will be easier to specify the device regardless of the manufacturer.

The information provided in the manufacturer\'s product literature should be reviewed.

Manufacturers offer application guide and a number of educational seminars provided.

The manufacturer's representative, distributor and hardware consultant are also excellent sources of information.

Fred Miehl of CPP is the head of the security advisory group of the Electronic Systems Association of New York City.

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Nest Hello Doorbell Review

Nest Hello

4/5

Facial recognition

Clear picture night and day

Starting price at $229

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Nest Hello: The Bottom Line

The Nest Hello video doorbell makes it easy to speak with visitors, neighbors, and delivery people. Its video and sound quality come in clearly through the Nest app, and installing the doorbell camera takes just a few minutes.

But the features that make this smart doorbell special require a little extra cash for an already expensive device. The subscription allows you to save video footage, build a database of visitors, and watch your front door with time-lapses and close-ups.

Thankfully, the Nest Aware subscription starts at $5 per month, so it doesn’t take much to get these extra (door)bells and whistles. But you can get a doorbell with the same audio and video quality from more affordable competitors like Ring or Eufy.

If you have money to spend, the Nest Hello is a smart option because it’s already an investment. But if you’re saving up for other things, you might want to go with a more budget-friendly option.

Pros

24/7 streaming

Motion alerts

Two-way communication

HDR for backlit areas

Cons

Subscription required for the best features

Steep price tag

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Without a Nest Aware subscription, the Hello doesn’t stand out from the crowd as much. The Hello, Ring Pro, and Eufy video doorbells all have a 160-degree field of view, HD live streaming, motion detection, and two-way communication.

And Nest Hello costs more than most doorbell cameras, even without the Nest Aware subscription. But if you believe that “you get what you pay for,” then the Nest Hello, its features, and Nest Aware are worth your consideration.

Nest Hello: Tech and Equipment

Despite Nest Hello’s futuristic design, it works the same as a traditional doorbell. When visitors approach your doorstep, they’ll press the Nest Hello’s button.

Here’s what differentiates Nest Hello—it sends live video of whoever’s at the door straight to your phone. So whether it’s the delivery driver with a package or Girl Scouts taking cookie orders, you’ll be able to see and talk to them.

What’s in the Box

Nest Hello video doorbell

Chime connector

15-degree wedge

Release tool

Masonry drill bit

Window decal

Wall plate

Extension wires

Wall anchors

Screws

Quick start guide

Nest Hello’s Video

This Nest cam packs a lot of power in a small package. Its video quality stays consistent thanks to its 2K color sensor and HDR video. These features keep color and light stable, making it easier to see visitors in both low and bright lighting.

But while the Nest Hello works well in daylight, its night vision lacks power unless you keep the porch light on. If you live in a rural or dimly lit area without a front porch light, it will be hard to see visitors clearly at night. The Nest doorbell camera uses infrared lighting comparable to other cameras like Ring.

Nest Hello Audio

Two-way communication on the Nest Hello comes through clearly on both sides. The speakers and mic have noise and echo cancellation, a feature that makes conversations through the doorbell clearer .

And if you aren’t home or able to answer your phone’s notification when someone is at the door, you can leave prerecorded messages to greet visitors.

Nest Hello Extra Features

The app is where most of the action happens for Nest Hello owners. When a visitor arrives, you’ll quickly get a notification on your phone telling you someone’s there. From the mobile app, you can stream the encrypted live video to see who it is.

The Nest cam’s motion detection feature comes standard to let you know when someone’s on your porch or nearby. Just beware, it can be sensitive enough to trigger false alarms like passing cars and neighbors walking by.

Nest Hello Smart Home Compatibility

The Nest Hello is packed with the same smart home abilities as the Nest Secure system and the rest of the Nest family. Through the app, you can pair the doorbell to your Google Home, so your Google Home announces that someone’s at the door.

If you subscribe to Nest Aware, you can name frequent visitors through the facial recognition feature. When you label familiar faces, your Google Home will learn to announce their name when they arrive on your doorstep. The Nest can also talk to your Google Chromecast and send the live stream to your TV.

If you prefer Amazon products, don’t fret. The Hello works with Amazon Echo Show or Echo Spot. Nest needs a hub with a screen like these to show live video feed from your front door. It can also stream through later generations of Amazon Fire Sticks.

Nest Hello Installation

Before getting a Nest Hello, make sure your home’s wiring is compatible. The Hello video doorbell needs to be hardwired, so it also helps if you have an existing doorbell. We watched the Nest’s instructional video and talked to Nest users to learn more about the installation process.

Installing the mobile app is the first (and maybe most important) step. Once you’ve signed in to your Nest account, add your new device. Then, the app will walk you through the process.

One Nest user we spoke to said the process took her about 10 minutes and noted that you might need some help holding your phone while wiring the doorbell. She also mentioned that she had a hard time taking it with her to a new home, so she bought a second doorbell.

Another Nest user we talked to had a different experience. He said installation took a couple hours, due to wiring issues in his home. He recommends opting for professional installation because the wiring in his home required some rerouting.

Overall, the Nest’s installation is straightforward. And you can find tons of helpful resources to get you through the process. If all else fails, Nest can connect you with local installers to do the job for you.

Nest Aware

It’s hard to talk about any Nest product without mentioning the Aware subscription service. While the Nest Hello doorbell works without the subscription, Nest Aware makes the investment worthwhile. The biggest draw to subscribing is all the extra features, including video backlogging. If someone vandalizes your home, steals your packages, or acts suspicious, you have records of what happened at your front door.

Nest Aware adds:

Facial recognition

Activity zones

24/7 recording

Close-ups

Time-lapses

Uploadable clips

Nest Aware Subscription Pricing

Monthly Cost HD Video Two-Way Audio Recorded Video History Facial Recognition Time Lapse Set Activity Zones

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10-Day Video Backlog

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Heads Up: Changes are coming in early 2020 to Google’s Nest Aware. We’ll keep this review updated as we learn more.

Nest Hello FAQs

Does Nest Hello work with older houses? Sure! As long as your doorbell wiring is compatible with Nest and you have a secure Wi-Fi connection, you should be able to install the Nest Hello. But if you’re unsure, you can opt for professional installation. One of the users we spoke with needed some extra help because of the wiring in his home.

Can the Nest Hello be stolen? Unfortunately, yes. Google has a few tips, but your best bet for catching thieves is a recording of the incident.

Is there a monthly fee for Nest Hello? The Nest Hello video doorbell is a one-time purchase unless you want extra features like recorded video, facial recognition, and activity zones. Those require a monthly subscription to Nest Aware.

Does Nest Hello need a Nest Aware subscription? No, but Nest Aware adds a lot of value to the Nest Hello doorbell. If you want a Nest Hello, we recommend coupling it with the subscription to enjoy the full range of what the Nest Hello can do.

Does Nest Hello work with Alexa? Yes, but only if your Alexa device has a screen. The Echo Show and Echo Spot can support video footage from your Nest Hello so you can see who’s at the door without pulling out your phone.

Is my home compatible with Nest? Use Nest’s compatibility checker to see if your doorbell’s make and model is compatible.

Nest Is Best (with a Subscription)

The Nest Hello is a quality doorbell camera, but it’s better when paired with Nest Aware’s extra features. The subscription allows you to save video footage, build a database of visitors, and watch your front door with time-lapses and close-ups.

The Nest Hello is an excellent choice if you’re looking to upgrade your current doorbell camera. But if you’re new to smart tech or want to save money, we recommend starting with a doorbell like Ring or one of our other favorite video doorbells.

How We Reviewed the Nest Hello

To get a better picture of the Nest Hello, we interviewed Nest Hello users about their first-hand experiences. One user uses the Nest Hello for her home-run small business while another user told us about his experience (and difficulty) with the installation process.

In addition to these sources, we scoured the internet for other customer reviews, tech reviews, and videos to put all the device’s specs into context. To learn more about how we get our information, including the Nest Hello doorbell review, read our full methodology.

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The all-new Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Mitsubishi’s unique Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC), the all-new Eclipse Cross offers a defiant new-genre coupé approach, fusing stylish design and functionality for trendy individuals who are looking beyond the latest trends.

The latest arrival in the Mitsubishi Motors South Africa stable expands the local product offering to six distinctive models in the range (ASX, Outlander, Pajero, Pajero Sport, Triton and now the Eclipse Cross).

“Eclipse Cross, which surpassed the global sales milestone of 80 000 units since its international launch 12 months ago, boasts a coupé-like exterior and is perceived more modern, distinctive, dynamic, advanced and sportier than most of its competitors,” says Nic Campbell, General Manager of Mitsubishi Motors South Africa.

The all-new Eclipse Cross CVT will be available in 4×2 and all-wheel drive (AWD), both with a 6-speed CVT gearbox with Sports Mode coupled to Mitsubishi’s 2.0-litre MIVEC petrol engine.

The latest model offers cutting-edge technology to deliver a bold action adventure compact SUV that takes you beyond the everyday.

“The three primary product attributes of the all-new Eclipse Cross are stimulating design, confidence-inspiring driving and human connectivity,” says Campbell.

Design Concept and Awards

The stimulating design concept of the all-new Eclipse Cross brings the new compact SUV into the modern age, combining the latest styling design with incredible driving dynamics and innovative, intuitive safety technology.

Winning a host of international awards, including the prestigious GOOD DESIGN award for Design Excellence and Design Innovation, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross was named the Automotive Researchers’ & Journalists’ Conference of Japan “RJC Car of the Year 2019”.

Judges praised the sharp looks, excellent rough-road performance and well-balanced drivability of the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

The all-new model’s vibrant styling expresses a fresh sportiness and stylishness, making a bold statement on the road. Like the ring of sunlight from behind the moon in a full eclipse, the sharply sculpted character line makes the Eclipse Cross appear as if the body was carved from a single block of metal.

Its defiant design concept focuses on a fine balance between the wedge-shaped coupé style and practicality of space and comfort, with its adventure character creating a sophisticated balance between sport and style. On the outside, the front face expresses dynamism and sportiness based on the “dynamic shield” design concept, with Japanese craftsmanship including a functional and hi-tech lighting design.

Part of the Eclipse Cross’s Japanese Craftsmanship is the new Red Diamond body colour with high brightness and high chrome which emphasises the vehicle’s vibrant styling further. The strikingly lustrous Red Diamond paint is created by a multi-coat process that includes the layering of a semi-transparent red and clear coating for a high-colour saturation and intensity that produces a highly-refined, deeper finish. Red Diamond is the most premium exterior finish ever offered by Mitsubishi Motors.

The cockpit of the all-new Eclipse Cross has a sporty design that stimulates excitement with an ingenious selection of features, making drivers want to invite friends for a ride.

Confidence-inspiring Driving

Powered by Mitsubishi’s proven 2.0-litre MIVEC engine, coupled to a finely-tuned 6-speed CVT with 6-step Sports Mode, the all-new Eclipse Cross offers excellent acceleration that gives the new model a dynamic feeling behind the wheel.

Mitsubishi’s unique Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC) ensures outstanding stability in all road and driving conditions, offering agile handling for unequalled safety.

S-AWC is the integration of the vehicle dynamics control system with the controls of each component around the all-wheel drive system, offering the driver additional safety and comfortable driving.

S-AWC guarantees ultimate driving safety through the electronically-controlled AWD System which distributes driving torque as required. This leads to ultimate longitudinal driving force distribution while the Active Yaw Control (AYC) ensures excellent lateral driving force distribution. This allows additional steering assistance on any terrain.

If the driver unintentionally brakes or accelerates too much in a normal turn in slippery conditions, the system helps the driver to maintain control safely with usual steering inputs.

S-AWC detects the vehicle’s position, decides the proper torque distribution between the front and rear and left and right wheels using power and brake control, ensuring sure-footed control.

The highly-efficient power train, with Smart Driving Assist and Active Smart Safety, offers confidence-inspiring driving and ultimate peace of mind.

Another outstanding feature is the full-colour Head Up Display (HUD) that sharpens the sensitivity of human and machine connection.

Human Connectivity

The all-new Eclipse Cross has an advanced human-centric cockpit thanks to its meticulously designed layout, giving the driver intuitive command of the vehicle in all conditions on or off the road.

As an optional extra, connecting your mobile device to a 7″ touchscreen Infotainment system (with built-in GPS) via Bluetooth allows the driver through Voice Control to access the phone’s compatible apps and stored information to get directions, make calls, send and receive messages and enjoy music from the phone or any Apple Car Play and Android compatible device.

Standard equipment is a standard touch-screen radio.

Everything is taken care of thanks to a smartphone storage tray and USB connectors in the centre console.

Model features

Specifications for the local range include a host of interior and exterior characteristics as well as active and passive safety features:

Interior:

On the inside the Eclipse Cross offers complete style and comfort with bolstered seats giving the driver relaxed support and unchallenged visibility.

The HUD conveys relevant vehicle information in full colour above the instrument cluster for easy viewing without the driver having to take his or her eyes off the road. The image brightness and display height can be adjusted to suit driver preference and time of day.

The screen extends or retracts when the ignition is turned on or off.

Apart from the HUD, the sporty, meticulously crafted cockpit includes next-generation technology and connectivity, enhancing driver awareness and control, including:

Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel

Multi-function Leather Steering Wheel with Audio and Cruise Control

Bluetooth with Hands-free Voice Control

Paddle Shifts

Electric Windows (front and rear)

Driver Window Auto up/down function

Automatic Air-conditioning with Rear Passenger Vent Duct

Leather Seats

Slide and tilt-adjustable rear seats with 60/40 split

Electric Adjustable Driver Seat and Heated Front Seats

Accessory Sockets and USB Ports

Exterior:

The distinctive shape and design of the exterior fills the driver with confidence. Like an athlete in motion, the sculpted wedge shape and sharp, dynamic character lines leave a strong impression wherever you go.

Outstanding exterior features include:

Electric Adjustable Fold-away Mirrors with Indicator Light

Projector Halogen Headlights with Manual Levelling Device

DRL (Daytime Running Lights)

Dusk Sensing Headlamps

Front Fog Lamps

Headlamp Washer

Rain Sensing Windscreen Wipers

Front and Rear Park Distance Control

Rear Spoiler with High-mounted Stop Lamp

Front Bumper Skid Plate (Silver)

Tailgate Garnish (Chrome)

18″ Alloy Wheels

Full-size spare wheel

Roof Rails

Safety features:

True to all of Mitsubishi’s product offerings in South Africa, the all-new Eclipse Cross boasts a full complement of advanced active and passive safety features.

The new model has 7 airbags, including driver and front passenger, side and curtain airbags and a driver knee airbag, which provides an extra level of protection when the driver might need it most.

Highlighted by the advanced and brand-new S-AWC in the AWD version, both versions have:

RISE (Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution) Body Construction

7 Airbags

Side-impact Protection Bars

ISOFIX Child Seat Anchors

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)

AYC (Active Yaw Control)

EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)

BAS (Brake Assist System)

HAS (Hill Start Assist System)

ASTC (Active Stability and Traction Control)

EPB (Electric Parking Brake)

EPS (Electronic Power Steering)

Central Door Locking with Motion Lock

Anti-theft Protection Device

Keyless Operating System

Rear View Camera

Range in SA

The all-new Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross will be offered in two derivatives for the South African market – the two-wheel or front-wheel drive version and the all-wheel drive model.

The 2.0-litre MIVEC DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine uses ECI-Multi Point Fuel Injection with an output of 110 kW @ 6 000 rpm and 198 Nm of torque at 4 200 rpm.

Coupled to this engine, the INVECS-III CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with its 6-step Sports Mode delivers effortless acceleration from any speed, slick gear changes and a smooth ride. The driver can also control the shift steps via the Paddle Shifts behind the steering wheel. Keeping the engine at optimum performance at all times, the CVT enhances fuel efficiency.

All this is possible due to a new modified torque converter & damper assembly, changes in final gear ratios and software.

In the AWD version, the driver can choose the AUTO, SNOW or GRAVEL drive mode depending on road conditions to enhance accuracy, straight-line stability and manoeuvrability on slippery surfaces.

The CVT with 6-step Sports Mode contributes to the 2.0? MIVEC engine’s outstanding fuel consumption of 7.9 ?/100 km (combined cycle) for the 4×2 and 8.1 ?/100km for the AWD derivative.

Both models boast a turning circle of 5.3 m and a ground clearance of 180 mm.

The 4×2 derivative has a fuel tank of 63 litres while that of the AWD comes to 60 litres.

The introduction of Eclipse Cross as part of Mitsubishi Motors’ compact SUV range in South Africa has created the opportunity for the company to realign the ASX range with the introduction of two new derivatives – the ASX ES M/T and an ES 6-speed CVT derivative – with its retail prices at R359 995 and R379 995 respectively. An official press statement to follow in the last week of February 2019.

Pricing:

The all-new Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross enters its segment as a massive value-for-money offering.

Eclipse Cross 2.0L CVT 4×2 R399 995

Eclipse Cross 2.0L CVT AWD R449 995

Both models are covered by Mitsubishi’s Manufacturer’s Warranty of 3 years or 100 000km, a 5-year / 90 000 km Service Plan and a 5-year / unlimited mileage Roadside Assistance.

Service intervals are every 15 000 km.

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Gondogoro La

Duration 15 days Distance 114.9km Standard extreme, technical Season Late June-August Start Thungol Finish Hushe Zone and Permit restricted, US$50 permit Public Transport Finish only Summary This is on-the-edge trek crosses a high glaciated pass with extraordinary views of four 8000m peaks and countless other peaks.

In 1986, a route was established that connects Concordia and the upper Baltoro Glacier to the Hushe Valley over the Gondogoro La (5940m). Since then, this challenging technical pass has attracted trekkers and climbers alike. This route avoids retracting your steps down the Baltoro Glacier and has one of the most overwhelming mountain panoramas anywhere in the world, with all of the Karakoram’s 8000m peaks close at hand.

The Gondogoro La, although popular with trekkers, involves Class 4 climbing. The north side is a 50-degree snow slope with avalanche danger requiring fixed ropes. The south side is a continuous 50-degree slope with rock-fall and avalanche that requires fixing as much as 300m of rope. Crossing this pass requires good judgment, commitment, top fitness, prior acclimatization and basic mountaineering skills of all members. Parties must be on top of the Gondogoro La at sunrise to minimize exposure to objective dangers.

Parties cross the pass in both directions. Crossing from north to south from Concordia to Hushe, however, is recommended for four reasons. First, the longer approach up the Baltoro Glacier permits more gradual acclimatization. Second, the objective dangers of the not-straightforward route up the north side of the pass are more easily visible and take less time on this ascent, which is more than 200m shorter. Third, if conditions prohibit crossing the pass, you don’t miss out visiting the Baltoro Glacier and Concordia. Occasionally, especially late in the season, the crevasses on the north side of the Gondogoro La are unbridgeable, and parties have been forced to turn back. Fourth, the road from Hushe to Skardu is usually more free of blocks than the road between Thungol and Skardu.

Large trekking parties, however, may choose to start from Hushe, crossing the pass from south to north, in order to get past the objective rock-fall danger on the south side earlier in the morning when danger is lowest. Such parties then usually slog across the crevassed West Vigne Glacier in soft, treacherous snow. Marathon trekkers also cross in this direction in order to combine this trek with longer traverses of the Baltoro, Biafo and Hispar glacier. It’s advisable to first trek to Masherbrum and/or K7 Base Camps before going up the Gondogoro Valley to facilitate acclimatization. At the minimum, use Days 1-5 to reach Xhuspang from Hushe, move to Gondogoro High camp on Day 6, cross the pass to Ali Camp on Day 7, and reach Concordia on Day 8.

PLANNING

When to Trek

The pass is easier to cross earlier in the season and can be attempted as easily as the last three or four days in June. Any earlier and you are likely to be the first party of the season to break trail. By August, objective dangers from crevasses, avalanche and rock fall increase substantially as the snow cover begins to melt.

What to Bring

Traversing the Vigne and West Vigne glaciers requires travelling in roped teams and crossing the Gondogoro La requires fixing as much as 300m of rope. The Hushe Rescue team places fixed ropes on both sides of the Gondogoro La each year from late June to late August, and charges a fee to use them: Rs 2500 for one to three trekkers; Rs 35000 for four to six trekkers; Rs 4500 for seven to nine trekkers; and Rs 5000 for nine or more trekkers. Most parties utilize their ropes. Reports are positive because it saves time and reduces weight and the expanse of having porters carry rope and anchors. Wearing a climbing helmet is prudent. Crampons are optional, but strongly recommended. See Mountaineering Equipment (p) for the required equipment.

Maps

Refer to the Maps sections under the Baltoro Glacier trek (p) and the Gondogoro Valley trek (p). The Swiss map misrepresents the relationship of the West Vigne Glacier to the Gondogoro Glacier, and the shapes of these glaciers.

Where is Gondogoro LA?

Misleading and inaccurate information has been published about three passes between the Baltoro Glacier and Hushe’s upper valley: Gondogoro La, Masherbrum La and Vigne Pass (also called Mazeno La). Of these passes, trekking parties can only cross the Gondogoro La, which links the West Vigne Glacier to the Gondogoro Glacier‘s large eastern branch. Gondogoro La is misplaced on most maps. Its map coordinates are 35° 39′ 18.0″ N and 76° 28’ 22.0″ E. The other two passes present serious technical difficulties. The Masherbrum La (5364m), between the Yermanendu Glacier and a northern branch of the Gondogoro Glacier, has an enormous icefall on its south side. The Vigne Pass connects the Gondogoro Glacier’s northernmost section with the West Vigne Glacier’s head, north-west of Gondogoro La. The Vigne Pass, although lower in elevation than Gondogoro La, has more rock-fall danger and technical sections impossible for porters to cross. Some maps incorrectly show the Gondogoro La crossing the ridge between the Biarchedi and Gondogoro glaciers. One look, however, at the steep, corniced wall above the Biarchedi Glacier with its multiple avalanche flutes shows that any crossing of this ridge is dangerous and highly technical.

Permits and Regulations

This trek is in a restricted zone where a permit and licensed guide are required (see Trekking Permits,).

Guides and Porters

It’s essential to hire an experienced guide who knows the pass, and very helpful to have strong porters who have also crossed it. Guides and porters from Hushe may have more experience crossing the Gondogoro La than those from other areas of Baltistan. Having a strong, experienced team helps ensure success and enables all to enjoy it.

Porters cannot ascend or descend this pass without using between 100m and 300m of fixed ropes. Equip each porters with a swami or sling, one locking carabiner, instep crampons and gaiters (you can provide porters with plastic and string to fashion something useful) for one day.

Starting from Thungol

See the Baltoro Glacier trek (p) for rates between Thungol and Concordia. Between Concordia and Hushe, continue paying a flat rate of Rs 170 per stage and providing food for porters.

Starting from Hushe

For the four stages between Hushe and Xhuspang, porters ask for Rs 220 per stage, including payment for food rations. Beyond Xhuspang, you provide food for porters and pay Rs 170 per stage. It’s customary for porters to butcher an animal at Gondogoro Camp or Daltsampa. Animals can usually be purchased at Shaishcho or Gondogoro Camp. Small parties can pay porter a one-time Rs 50 meat ration in lieu of buying an animal.

Stages

It’s 18½ stages total. It’s 9½ stages between Thungol and Concordia (see the Baltoro Glacier trek, for details), plus these nine stages between Concordia and Hushe: (1) corner of Mitre Peak; (2) Ali Camp; (3) Gondogoro la; (4) Gondogoro High Camp; (5) Xhuspang; (6) Daltsampa; (7) Gondogoro Camp; (8) Shaishcho; and (9) Hushe.

Tough bargainers may be able to negotiate eight stages between Concordia and Hushe, eliminating the stage at the corner of Mitre Peak. Reportedly some porters have asked for and received double stages/wages over the pass. Don’t follow this precedent, which has no legitimate basis.

NEAREST FACILITIES

See Thungol (p).

GETTING TO/FROM THE TREK

To reach the trek’s start, see Thungol (p). For transport from its finish, see Hushe (p).

THE TREK

Days 1-10 : Thungol to Concordia

10 days, 71.8km, 1800m ascent

See the Baltoro trek (p) for a description. The route over Gondogoro La leaves the Baltoro Glacier trek at Concordia on Day 10.

Day 11 : Concordia to Ali Camp

3½-5 hours, 9.5km, 360m ascent

The route to Ali Camp is up the snow-covered Vigne Glacier, so start before the sun softens the snow. From Concordia, head south towards Mitre Peak, crossing the Baltoro Glacier’s broken south margin. Follow the lateral moraine around the base of Mitre Peak, paralleling the ridge south from its summit. After 4km, or two hours, reach the Vigne Glacier. Head south-south-west up the Vigne Glacier 5.5km to Ali Camp travelling in roped teams. Firmer snow towards the glacier’s middle offers easier walking and avoids crevasses along the west margin. You pass three valleys on the west side of the Vigne Glacier. The first, 15 minutes up the glacier, has a camp site called Miksus (eye pain), marked by a cairn along the glacier’s margin. ‘Snow blindness’ camp is infrequently used, yet a reminder to be sure everyone in your party wears sunglasses. In the second small side valley is an alternative Ali Camp. The actual Ali Camp is just beyond the third and largest side valley, three hours up the Vigne Glacier at the base of the spur at the confluence of the Vigne and West Vigne glacier (ie, the base of point 5943 on the Italian IGM map). Marginal crevasses guard Ali Camp (5010m), so carefully approach it straight from the Vigne Glacier’s centre. Several tent platforms are wedged against the cliff and on moraine. Painted in red on the cliff in the name of Ali Muhammad Jungugpa, the site’s namesake, who crossed the Gondogoro La on 20 June 1986. South-east facing Ali Camp is usually warmer than Concordia. A small shop sells basic supplies such as flour and kerosene.

Day 12 : Ali Camp to Xhuspang

7-10 hours, 8.5km, 930 ascent, 1260m descent

From Ali Camp, it takes four to six hours to reach the pass. Plan to be on top of the pass by 6am. Large parties should start by 1 or 2am; small or very fit parties could start by 3am.

Rope up immediately and move over firm snow along the base of the buttress to your right. Turn into the snow-covered West Vigne Glacier heading west-south-west. On firm snow it takes one hour to cover the 3.3km to the base of the pass. The angle is gentle heading diagonally towards a black rock band descending from the ridge above the glacier’s south side. The pass is south-east (left) of this band, and is not visible until just beneath it. At the West Vigne Glacier’s head, an obvious low point is the more difficult Vigne Pass. The steep slope east (left) of the Gondogoro La is prone to avalanche.

From the base of Gondogoro La, the 600m snow ascent takes two hours. Three steep 50-degree sections require fixed ropes; snow anchor are necessary. The first pitch goes 60m to a bench. If no steps exist, kick steps. If steps exist, they may be icy. K2’s summit begins to emerge above the ridge to the north as you climb. From the bench, the second pitch is 25m to a second small bench, with large crevasses on either side. From here, head right up lower- angle snow to the base of a large icy cornice, a part of which avalanched on 24 August 1998, killing two porters. The third pitch turns left and ascends 30m passing left of the cornice. Above, continue up easy low angle snow a short way to the level Gondogoro La (5490m).

The spectacular panorama from the pass includes K2, Broad Peak and the four Gasherbrums, I (8086m), II (8035m), III (7952m), and IV (7925m). Trinity Peak (6700m) lies along the ridge south of the pass. The lovely snow and granite cone of Laila (6200m), first climbed unofficially in 1987 by a British expedition and officially in 1996 by an Italian expedition, rises over the Gondogoro Glacier as you turn to descend.

On the south side of the pass, use fixed ropes to angle right and down a ramp 10m to a point in front of an outcrop of exfoliating granite. Here, turn 90 degrees left and descend the 50-degree slope. This slope is snow-covered through early July, but as the snow cover melts, the exposed loose rock presents serious rock-fall danger, giving Gondogoro its name (gondo means ‘broken pieces of’; goro, ‘rock’). After the first 250m, begin traversing right down for an additional 100m to 150m, at which point the angle begins to ease. Continued use of a rope, although recommended, may unnecessarily slow the descent, particularly when rock-fall danger is present. Reach the glacier, 900m below the pass, in 1½ hours.

Follow along its north (right) margin in 45 minutes to a few stone shelters on moraine near a moraine pool. When approaching the pass from Xhuspang, this is Gondogoro High Camp (4800m), also known as Doug Scott Camp, named after the well-Known British mountaineer. The camp can be snow covered until early July. Continue another hour, 2.7km, along the north (right) side of the lateral moraine in a pretty ablation valley to the confluence of two branches of the upper Gondogoro Valley. This pleasant hillside camp site, called Xhuspang (4680m), has several tent platforms and porters’ shelters. It’s named for the turquoise (xhu) flowers that blanket this grassy place (spang) in summer. Just below camp, the ablation valley is often covered by water in summer. Behind camp a flower-blanketed hillside rises to a massive steep-walled granite prow. Water comes from nearby streams, and a latrine has been built a short way upvalley.

Day 13 : Xhuspang to Daltsampa

2½-3 hours, 6.8km, 380m descent

Skirt the pool below Xhuspang in 15 minutes and climb onto the moraine where the two branches of the glacier meet. From here, no trail or cairns exist as the route changes regularly. Follow the medial moraine of the east (left) branch 30 minutes. The main Gondogoro Glacier is to the west (right) and its lateral moraine is grey-brown and higher. Continue working left over level ice 30 minutes towards rust-coloured moraine. Cross this and the brown moraine to its left in 45 minutes to a broken and crevassed band of ice. Follow this down until opposite Laila’s convex north-east granite face. Cross moraine left to another ice band and head down towards the hillside above the major southern bend of the glacier. The massive granite prow above Xhuspang remains s visible landmark as you descend the glacier. Across the Gondogoro Glacier, to the north-west, is the awesome icefall from the Masherbrum La. After 5km on glacier, exit left off the Gondogoro Glacier through its heavily broken left margin. Once on the hillside, grazed by yaks, follow a trail turning south-west, and after 30 minutes reach Daltsampa (4300m). This beautiful camp site is sheltered in a flower-filled ablation valley with a clear stream and two small lakes with superb views of the icefalls from Masherbrum’s ridge.

Days 14-15 : Daltsampa to Hushe

2 days, 18.3km, 1250m descent

See Days 1-4 o the Gondogoro Valley trek (p). Camp at Shaishcho on Day 14.

Another such stream in 30 minutes beyond. A cluster of huts at Ghurbun are 30 minutes farther. The final stream before Hispar village is often difficult to cross in the afternoon. If the water is too high, descend steeply to the Hispar River’s true right bank and ford the side stream where it braids out through more level ground. Pass a large spring and cross the footbridge over the Hispar River. Hispar village collects a bridge toll of Rs 30 per person. Climb steeply 100m in 15 minutes to Hispar (3383m), two hours from Ghurbun. Trekking parties stay in the compound of the dilapidated rest house. The camping fee is Rs 50. For Rs 100, you porters can cook and sleep in the single small, intact building. Water here is silty.

Day 12 : Hispar to Huru

4½-5 hours, 15.9km, 150m ascent, 548m descent

Follow the road one hour to a bridge to the Hispar River’s true right bank. A well-Known slide here, called Tarkiching Das, causes road blocks. Watch for falling rock. Pass a side stream, with the first water since Hispar, and reach Apiharai (grandmother’s pasture), a small grassy camp site with a spring and trees in a walled compound. Continue along the true right bank, passing two more slide areas, and reach the second bridge 2½ hours from Apiharai. Cross the bridge of the true left bank, which marks the end of Hispar village’s territory. Climb 150m in 45 minutes to reach pleasant Huru (narrow canal) with its grass, apricot orchard (2972m), spring and clear willow shaded pool.

Masochists can follow a seldom-used trail from Huru to Rush Peak for a different perspective of the terrain just covered (see the Rush Phari trek,).

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