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		<title>Running, eating and cheetahs</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2009 21:25:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>B. Tan</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[My good buddy Jing, did a nice write-up comparing my running and eating ability to a cheetah. While I am nothing like a cheetah literally or metaphorically, Jing makes a few very interesting discoveries (despite the pseudo-scientific nature of the calculations). What I found most interesting was how linear my PR&#8217;s were from 60m to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>My good buddy <a title="Jing Hui Wang" href="http://jinghuiwang.com">Jing</a>, did a nice write-up comparing my running and eating ability to a cheetah. While I am nothing like a cheetah literally or metaphorically, Jing makes a few very interesting discoveries (despite the pseudo-scientific nature of the calculations).</p>
<p>What I found most interesting was how linear my PR&#8217;s were from 60m to 500m. Also oddly, those two events happened to be above average. Definitely very strange.</p>
<div id="attachment_508" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 310px"><a href="http://brianjtan.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/btan_times.jpg" rel="lightbox[507]"><img class="size-medium wp-image-508" title="College Track PR's" src="http://brianjtan.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/btan_times-300x172.jpg" alt="My times are almost perfectly linear." width="300" height="172" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">My times are almost perfectly linear.</p></div>
<p>Be sure to check out what Jing <a title="Jing Hui wang: Ode to Briuan Tan, well...sort of" href="http://www.jinghuiwang.com/2009/08/brian-tan/">has to say</a> about my metabolism relative to a cheetah&#8217;s too!</p>
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		<title>Cure for the &#8220;Butt-Brick&#8221;</title>
		<link>http://brianjtan.com/2008/08/13/cure-for-the-butt-brick/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 22:15:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>B. Tan</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[All guys who carry wallets surely have to deal with the &#8220;butt-brick,&#8221; a condition where the wallet creates an unsightly bulge in one&#8217;s back pocket. It certainly annoys me because a fat wallet is also uncomfortable and according to the BBC, a serious health risk. Not wanting to live with the butt-brick and the risks [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>All guys who carry wallets surely have to deal with the &#8220;butt-brick,&#8221; a condition where the wallet creates an unsightly bulge in one&#8217;s back pocket.  It certainly annoys me because a fat wallet is also uncomfortable and according to the BBC, a <a href="http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/2664615.stm" title="BBC: Wallets a pain in the back">serious health risk</a>.  Not wanting to live with the butt-brick and the risks that came with it, I started searching for a solution.  <span id="more-236"></span>My search lead me to <a href="http://www.koyono.com/Slimmy-Slim-Wallet-Alternative-p/m17546.htm" title="Koyono Slimmy">Koyono&#8217;s Slimmy</a> wallet dubbed &#8220;The slimmest front-pocket wallet on earth.&#8221;  Koyono&#8217;s brand targets</p>
<blockquote><p>The adventurers of the urban wilderness, globetrotting jetsetters and new business thrill seekers have lifestyles that demand high-performance. These people are on their own mission in the world and must maintain a high level of effectiveness with style, ease and fun.</p></blockquote>
<p>That being said, I instantly became fascinated with the Slimmy and after doing extensive research, I found only good things being said about this little wallet.  One thing that sets the Slimmy apart from traditional bi-fold or tri-fold wallets is that the Slimmy is meant to be carried in your front pocket as opposed to your back pocket.  This way, you&#8217;re not reaching for your butt every time you need your wallet or more importantly, sitting on an uneven surface resulting in damage to your spine.  While some people opt for a <a href="http://www.amazon.com/J-Fold-Carrier-Microfiber-Interior/dp/B000XQZFAQ/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&#038;s=apparel&#038;qid=1218660102&#038;sr=8-1" title="Amazon: JFold">card carrier</a>, I liked the Slimmy because it had room for cash and other miscellaneous items.</p>
<p>Satisfied with what the Slimmy had to offer, I opted to purchased a <a href="http://www.koyono.com/Slimmy-Special-Edition-Front-Pocket-Wallet-p/m17546se.htm" title="Koyono: Slimmy Special Edition">Special Edition Slimmy</a> for some extra flair.  Because I ordered from Amazon, processing my order took a few extra days but shipping was quick.  An added benefit from ordering off Amazon came in the form of a <a href="http://www.bargainist.com/deals/2008/08/amazon-free-shipping-free-magazine-w25-apparel-purchase/">free magazine offer</a> in which you can sign up for a free year subscription Lucky, Teen Vogue or GQ.  The subscription is totally free, in fact the publishers don&#8217;t even get your credit card information and the subscription does not auto-renew.  If you&#8217;re not a fan of any of those magazines, you can also opt for a $12 credit to your account.</p>
<p>As soon as I received my Slimmy, I transferred contents from my old wallet to it to see how it fared.  Koyono claims the Slimmy can hold 8 cards, 5 bills and a few receipts.  I was able to fit 7 cards and a decent mix of receipts and business cards with no problem.  It is important to keep in mind that the Slimmy is not designed to carry <em>all</em> of your stuff; it forces you to reconsider what is and is not essential for your wallet which is a big part of reducing your wallet&#8217;s size.  For those of you who think you&#8217;ll have a hard time dealing with the reduced payload of the Slimmy, printing yourself a card from <a href="http://www.justoneclubcard.com/">Just One Club Card</a> may do the trick; it allows you to consolidate up to 8 store rewards cards on to just one.  With all my essentials tucked in my new Slimmy, it was the same thickness as my old bi-fold wallet when it is empty and roughly the same thickness as my 80GB iPod.  The quality of the leather and the construction of the wallet are both top-notch however I do find the price tag a bit high considering how simplistic the Slimmy is.</p>
<p>In the short time that I&#8217;ve had it, I already know that I (and my back) will throughly enjoy using the Slimmy.  The Slimmy also comes in a few varieties as well as other stylish wallets and money clips.  I find Koyono&#8217;s product line very tempting (espescially the <a href="http://www.koyono.com/Cableyoyo-Slim-Cord-Manager-p/cy.htm" title="Koyono: Cableyoyo">Cableyoyo</a>) as they blend equal amounts of design and functionality.</p>

<a href='http://brianjtan.com/2008/08/13/cure-for-the-butt-brick/slimmy_1/' title='Koyono Slimmy'><img width="150" height="150" src="http://brianjtan.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/slimmy_1-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail" alt="Koyono Slimmy" title="Koyono Slimmy" /></a>
<a href='http://brianjtan.com/2008/08/13/cure-for-the-butt-brick/slimmy_2/' title='Old Wallet'><img width="150" height="150" src="http://brianjtan.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/slimmy_2-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail" alt="Old Wallet" title="Old Wallet" /></a>
<a href='http://brianjtan.com/2008/08/13/cure-for-the-butt-brick/slimmy_3/' title='Logo'><img width="150" height="150" src="http://brianjtan.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/slimmy_3-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail" alt="Logo" title="Logo" /></a>
<a href='http://brianjtan.com/2008/08/13/cure-for-the-butt-brick/slimmy_4/' title='Pink!'><img width="150" height="150" src="http://brianjtan.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/slimmy_4-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail" alt="Pink!" title="Pink!" /></a>
<a href='http://brianjtan.com/2008/08/13/cure-for-the-butt-brick/slimmy_5/' title='Just One Club Card'><img width="150" height="150" src="http://brianjtan.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/slimmy_5-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail" alt="Just One Club Card" title="Just One Club Card" /></a>

<p>I think only <a href="http://www.artlebedev.com/" title="Art Lebedev">Art Lebedev</a> rivals Koyono in terms of shiny things I will likely waste my money on.  Any other cool stuff you think I should know about?</p>
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