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I'm a freelance writer and as you can see my pen name is Maxwell Payne, which some of you may see as a play on a name of a popular video game character, but I assure you that it was chosen for reasons which may never be known. I write a variety of articles

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Sports & Recreation > Baseball (Other) How to spot a forged baseball ticket: 1 of 5
The best way to determine if a ticket is forged is to have it electronically scanned at the gate. Of course you'll want to know if that ticket your thinking of buying from the guy by the hot dog cart is legit before you fork over your hard earned cash.To start of, ask the scalper if you can see the tickets and inspect them. G... More..
Sports & Recreation > Soccer Fundamentals The importance of shin pads in soccer: 3 of 10
Shin pads are one of the most important pieces of protective clothing that a soccer player must wear because they protect the most vulnerable area of their bodies while playing soccer.With much of the play in soccer revolving around kicking a soccer ball around and fighting for possession of the ball, the shins take a beating... More..
Sports & Recreation > Swimming Why swimming is great for cross training: 4 of 8
There are a few reasons why swimming is excellent as a cross training workout.The first reason and perhaps the one that separates it from other cross training activities such as running is that swimming offers consistent and even resistance during the workout. By that I mean that the water is acting against your body as you a... More..
Sports & Recreation > Boating & Sailing Guide to boating terms: Tender: 1 of 1
Tender in nautical terms has two meanings. The first refers to a smaller vessel that travels closely along with a larger vessel. These tenders are usually used as service boats or a dinghy by the crew of the larger vessel.The second meaning of tender is as a way to describe a boat that easily heels. If you are wondering what ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Swimming Tips for choosing swimming goggles: 5 of 9
Choosing a good pair of swimming goggles is a relatively easy task. The following characteristics and features will guide you in purchasing a good pair of goggles.Tight fit- Your goggles should have a snug fit but not so tight that they pinch skin around your eyes, nose, or have a tight strap that can give you a headache. The... More..
Sports & Recreation > Baseball (Other) A baseball park's effect on hitting: 10 of 14
Unknown to some the design of a baseball park can have a tremendous effect on the hitting ability of players playing in the park.Lighting- Often overlooked this aspect of design is important as of course the batter needs to be able to see the ball clearly in order to hit it. Consideration to lighting rig arrangement for night... More..
Sports & Recreation > Training & Equipment Do clean golf balls really make a difference?: 12 of 16
Oddly enough the cleaner a golf ball, the further it will travel, the faster it will travel, and the more likely it will be to stay on course in the air. Many people overlook the importance of a clean golf ball, but like some other writer's have already suggested; the golf ball is an incredible item that is designed with comp... More..
Sports & Recreation > Running The risks of running with headphones: 4 of 5
There are pros and cons to running with your favorite music pumping you up as you run. An obvious con is the inability to effectively hear everything around you in your surroundings. Even with headphones that claim to allow the user to hear outside sounds, one is so focused while running that they may be paying more attention... More..
Sports & Recreation > Camping How to sanitize your drinking water outdoors: 10 of 11
The best way to sanitize water for drinking is to boil it for a couple of minutes. If you are camping you should have the needed supplies to do so such as portable camping stove, propane, and a small pot. It is recommended that you 'stock' up beforehand by bringing a case of bottled water to your camping location. Or you may ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Hiking & Backpacking The difference between internal frame and external frame backpacks: 7 of 7
The main difference between internal frame and external frame backpacks like their names suggest is that one type has its frame structure on the outside and the other has it on the inside.External frame backpacks were the first type due to the unavailability of durable and flexible frame materials that could be concealed and ... More..