Peter Chianca: Im leaving on a jetpack Oct 22, 2009
This gives them a big advantage over, say, street performers, whose unicycles must be powered strictly through their own dorkery ... And if the unicycles don t work out, it seems Nissan has yet another option for our future transportation needs: robot cars that drive independently and never crash into anything. (Wakefield Daily Item, MA)
Unicyclist shares his campus hobby, mentors others Oct 21, 2009
He's now trying out a 5-footer, one of the newest additions to his collection of six unicycles ... "We rolled up on our unicycles, rocking a 20-inch wheel," he said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Unicycling may catch on in carbon-conscious world Oct 9, 2009
He s now got his two boys, ages 9 and 6, on unicycles, and they ride to and from school together almost every day. Depending on the person, it can take anywhere from two to six weeks of steady practice to be able to ride in a straight line, and a few more weeks to do turns. (Boston Globe)
Great River City Festival is Saturday in Mason City Sep 17, 2009
The multi-talented Hanson Family of Kanawha will be on hand with unicycles, juggling and face-painting. They will also create balloon animals and teach juggling to the kids. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Thumbs down to racismUPDATED OPINION:And down to 911 indignation, some Modoc hand-wringingAnd up to the humming gears of Camp Invention kids Aug 1, 2009
H. Billy wrote on Jul 31, 2009 1:49 AM:" Hey while we are at it..THUMBS DOWN TO.stupid people, toothless meth addicts, drunk drivers, Judges who sentence people to 180 days house arrest, People who turn the water off to farmers, people still setting off loud fireworks at 3 a.m., speeders in residential areas, politicians (all of them), thieves (politicians), liars (politicians), cash for clunkers, bankers, stock brokers, realitards (realtors), my 9th grade math teacher, posers, Barney... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
- Life Out Here: WD-40 is my tool of choice 0 Jul 22, 2009
In the Kofford house the family tradition was the kids were awakened each Christmas morning by the sound of wrenches bouncing off walls and Pop extensively using the name of the Christ child as he tried to assemble tricycles, bicycles, unicycles and Easy Bake Ovens. I ve learned my lesson about the family abilities. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Zoning proposal irks neighbors Jul 15, 2009
Let's fill it with puppy dogs and cotton candy and ferris wheels and puffy clouds and happy feet and captain kangaroo and blue skys and clown faces and sugar and spice and laughing little children and sweet dreams and trampolines and white faced mimes that juggle kittens while on unicycles. that way EVERYONE WINS and we'd ALL be happy. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Unicycle club to entertain during Parade Jul 3, 2009
Their custom unicycles are up to 12 feet tall (a roof is handy to dismount) and one has three wheels stacked up. David has had his share of falls - "It's all or nothing. You can't be worried. If you fall, you get back on." The group is excited about its first Storm Lake appearance, he said. (Storm Lake Pilot Tribune, IA)
Spears' Circus Jun 4, 2009
On stage were dozens of clowns, dancers, unicycles, acrobats, podiums, giant picture frames, period furniture and, at the centre of it all, the mistress of ceremonies herself. But if Britney pulled out all the stops to divert people's eyes, it was only so they'd ignore their ears screaming, "she's miming!". (BBC News -- UK)
Thousands watch Rose Fest Jr. Parade Jun 4, 2009
Skateboards, In-Line Skates, Unicycles First Lake Oswego Unicycles Second Findley Elementary School. International Groups First Ainsworth Junior Escola Second Papalotl Ballet Mexican Culture and Folk Dance Third - Japanese Immersion Program, Richmond School. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Vancouver engineer invents self-balancing unicycle May 26, 2009
There are other electric unicycles, and the two-wheeled Segway has shown the importance of gyroscopes in keeping a wheeled vehicle from tipping. But the SBU appears to be one of a handful to have combined the two features. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Weisz juggles, unicycles, raps through 'Bloom' May 15, 2009
Weisz juggles, unicycles, raps through 'Bloom ... Weisz juggles, unicycles, raps through 'Bloom. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Just a mouse click away May 5, 2009
"We have an incredible diversity of items for rent from unicycles and doughnut fryers to high-end items such as private jets," he says. Sammartino was keen for the business to be self-funding and shied away from looking for venture capital. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Lofty ideas with eco ideals May 4, 2009
It could be music, or riding unicycles; cooking well, surfing, or throwing lassos. I love the dedicated spirit behind mastering an activity. (CNN -- International)
On a roll, year-round Mar 30, 2009
Some of them pedal standard hybrids, old-time cruisers, even unicycles. Others zigzag down the road on oversized skateboards. (Boston Globe)
Joy rides and fast passes Mar 26, 2009
All throughout the festival, extra juggling props and unicycles will be on hand in the Beginner s Area, for those who would like to try out the crafts for the first time. In addition, McAlexander Fieldhouse will be open around the clock to provide practice space for convention visitors. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Inside Scoop: Sarah Hassman Mar 14, 2009
After we got three unicycles my brothers and I spent the next few days trying to see who could ride the farthest before falling. Both of my brothers got up and were able to do it after their first few tries. (Gostanford.com)
Ladyjacks Close Out Regular Season Against UTSA Mar 6, 2009
Semcycle has traveled around to different venues at the collegiate and professional level doing tricks on unicycles. The game against the Roadrunners is slated to begin at 6 p.m. from the William R. Johnson Coliseum. (Sfajacks.com)
Britney live: The Circus is back in town Mar 4, 2009
Then there's five jugglers tossing bowling pins; three black-clad martial arts performers doing a kung-fu routine; clowns on unicycles; more jugglers; a woman performing an incredibly athletic routine on a balance beam; and still more dancing clowns (including a dwarf). Finally, lights dimming, the red scrim shrouding the center stage lifts to reveal a 360-degree screen showing a video featuring celeb blogger Perez Hilton in Queen Victorian drag. (USA Today -- Life)
Locally owned stores help keep music alive Feb 24, 2009
In stock at the physical store: 600 banjos; 1,200 unicycles. DeKalb Musicians Supply/Emile Baran Violins: 113-115 Clairemont Ave., Decatur; 404-378-3100, 404-378-3109, dekalbmusic. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
