A good air rifle is not mandatory for hunting, target practice, or even getting rid of pests. But if you're serious about any of the above, choosing the best air rifle is law. Included here are some helpful tips and information as well as reviews of the top 13 air rifles in the industry. Air rifles range from beginner to advanced, and this article will help you choose one that fits your specific category.
Air guns fires projectiles using compressed air or gas, whether it is pellets or BB's. Some models use both types, while more so than not pellets are the main source of ammunition. Air guns represent one of the oldest type of pneumatic technologies, or rather the study and application of pressurized gas to fire projectiles.
The oldest air gun in existence is a bellows from 1580, and is stored in the Stockholm Museum. Large strides have been made since then and air guns, or the rifles we will be reviewing, have a variety of flavors and prices available to the typical consumer. Here is narrowed down top 13 list of the best air guns in terms of quality, features and price.
14 Why is it Important to Buy the Best Air Rifle?
Crosman is in a league of their own with the introduction of the Benjamin Trail Nitro Piston 2 Air Rifle, a .22 caliber masterpiece with 1200 FPS. For anyone new to Nitro Piston 2, it is Crosman's evolution of the original Nitro Piston, eliminating all metal to metal contact while adding improvements to reduce vibration as well as cocking effort. The features lean towards use by intermediate to advanced, but as a Nitro Piston variant can definitely be used by beginners for target practice, game hunting, and pest control.
Improved air rifle accuracy is achieved without sacrificing the power, and the 8 lbs. weight of the Benjamin Trail Nitro Piston 2 actually helps in some respects rather than hurts when firing. Although a lot of power, the noise suppression is very well done and allows for the air rifle to be used in even the backyard without disturbing neighbors. The length of the 2nd stage trigger is adjustable enough to provide confidence when shooting for long periods of time.
The only big complaint about this particular Crosman is the scope, which is not of the highest quality. At about the 10 yard mark, serious adjusting needs to take place in order to secure a target. The scope is easy to replace, and a high quality scope can be fitted with little fuss. For a Nitro Piston 2 model, Crosman did its homework and this is of top quality for shooters of varying levels.
Made for the intermediate user for pest control and small game hunting, the Crosman Nitro Venom Break Barrel Air Rifle is a 0.22 caliber Nitro powered capable of 950 FPS. It is a solid 7 lbs. and is 44.5 ft. in length. A CenterPoint 3-9x32mm precision scope and a quick-lock mounting system is included for ease of use and the ability to scopes quickly and easily. The contours of the air rifle are naturally built for comfort and accuracy, and in combo with the 21 fpe muzzle energy, the overall package is one of comfort and stability.
Both the trigger pull and cocking effort require a bit of elbow grease, but it's more a testament to the sturdiness of the build quality rather than a point lost to the power needed by the user. The break in period is between 100-200 shots, and it gets even quieter than it is out of the box after the break in period, which is truly amazing. User preference, but the crosshairs in the scope are very thick so may prompt some users to change out the scope on opening the box.
The Crosman Nitro Venom Break Barrel shows good power from distances as far out as 50 yards. Multiple pellets are usable with this model, with some like the 16 grain pellets being a highly recommended buy. Even using the old Nitro model, the Crosman Nitro Venom Break Barrel is still a good buy for those looking for a good intermediate hunting rifle.
The Crosman Optimus Break Barrel Air Rifle has a classic look to go along with its high across the board ratings from most users. Made almost entirely of wood and metal, this .177 calber air rifle clocks in at 1200 FPS and comes loaded with features. Small pests, birds, and target shooting are good uses for this gun in a beginner to intermediate user's hand. There is a .22 version of this model available for advanced users that packs even more punch.
But not to slight the .177 version as there are loads of features in this air rifle, most notably the fiber optic front sight and adjustable rear sight. The cocking force is a good bit, about 25 lbs. worth in this single shooter so many be harder for smaller individuals. As an added safety measure, the Crosman Optimus Break Barrel automatically engages the safety after cocking.
Trigger pull has been the only complaint from some users, other than that this rifle scores very highly. Once some adjustments are made, the accuracy and speed combination can't be beat with the features and price. Although not the best single shooter in the bunch, the Crosman Optimus Break Barrel is more than just looks.
Both the .177 and 0.22 caliber Benjamin Titan GP Nitro Piston deliver solid performance with a very comfortable but standard hardwood stock with thumbhole. Aiming for the beginner to intermediate crowd, the Titan does a good job of clearing targets, pests, and small varmints. One thing of note is that this model comes in both GP and NP flavors, so it is a user preference which model one would prefer.
With 1200 FPS the power and kickback aren't bad, but the air gun scope rail grooves may need adjusting, or at worst an adapter to settle it. A minor design flaw that could mess with long term use, it is not a deal breaker. A good solid 31 lbs. of cocking power is required, and is a bit more forgiving after the initial break in. The Titan GP Nitro Piston is pellet friendly and not too picky when it comes to ammo, so accuracy won't suffer much.
Through heavy modification this air rifle can be pretty solid, but so are other variations from the same company without modification. Help guides are online with video describing how to fix the touchy trigger on this model, as well as the aforementioned scope rail grooves. The Benjamin Titan Nitro Piston is not a must have but definitely a solid buy for the power and after a few touchups.
The included scope and mount is 4×32 for superior accuracy from this single shot air rifle, although some friendly adjusting may be required. It will be able to dispatch small rodents, birds and other elusive prey with ease. The nicer bells and whistles include a two-stage adjustable trigger, ambidextrous synthetic stock and elasticized lens covers for the scope.
The extra bulk of the rifle gives it a good feel in your hands, especially with the aforementioned synthetic stock which is a must due to the cocking effort of 27 lbs. The Tyrant Air Rifle Combo will make a good choice for any collection.
Made from the ground up for the beginner, The Swiss Arms 288723 Tac-1 Break Barrel Rifle with scope provides all the features of a higher end model without any of the fuss. Sporting a 432 Swiss Arms Scope the Swiss Arms 288723 delivers good force with accuracy at 1200 FPS. The accuracy of this air rifle reaches over 80 yards without fail, able to knock down small game even in low winds. This air rifle was made for hunting, with the break barrel quality of this model giving some of the best performance of an air gun its size.
The 432 Swiss Arms Scope bares second mention, due to the fact that due to its accuracy this air gun would work great in target practice. It lacks some of the nice touches to help with range that a higher end model like the Benjamin Titan XS NitroPiston's MOA dots supply, but still keeps the bulk of its power even at great distances.
On the downside this is one of the louder air rifles on the market, even louder than some .22's. At a distance it is not as pronounced, but even with the noise reducing spring it makes enough noise for the reducer to not make that much of a difference. For a beginner's rifle with all of these features, it is a minor quirk in what is an overall excellent beginner purchase.
The appropriately named Gamo Hornet Air Rifle is a 0.177 caliber air rifle for hunting and target shooting, with its strength being rooted for intermediates. Sports a 1200 FPS if used with PBA raptor ammunition, fluted polymer jacketed steel barrel, and unique ventilated recoil pad. There are lots of goodies added on to this air rifle, most notably the promotion of the PBA raptor ammunition.
The reason this air rifle is meant for intermediates is the lack of an auto safety feature. Instead, the Gamo Hornet Air Rifle depends on manual safety at the discretion of the shooter. The included 4×32 scope with rings is standard fare for air rifles of this type, although the equipment in this area is a bit above normal quality when compared to other scopes in the lineup. A long 18 inch barrel length stands this one out from the pack, and can be the personal preference that makes the purchase worth it.
There is enough power in this rifle to kill small game, which is impressive for an air gun of this size and quality. The above average scope is good up to 250 ft. with a little work. For beginners moving on to the intermediate stage, this is the perfect air rifle to break in. The Gamo Hornet is a great deal for the price and for what target demographic it aims for.
Having one of the highest FPS at 1250, the Ruger Yukon Air Rifle Combo Gas Piston air rifle is a high quality intermediate to advanced choice from a quality name. There is the 0.22 and 0.177 caliber, with the 0.177 caliber capable of 1250 FPS and unforgiving power. On the quality side of the spectrum is an included 3-9×32 Scope & Mount and Integral Silencer for pitch perfect hunting of game and pests.
Measuring at a respectable 44.85 inches, it shoots as well as it looks. As an upper echelon air rifle, the Ruger Yukon air rifle comes with scope rails. The entry for loading the pellets is a perfect fit, and adds ease of use rather than frustration. There is some kick back to the rifle, and a little bit of weight on the backend so some adjusting is necessary.
Not many air rifles come with a silencer that does a great job of noise suppression, but the Ruger Yukon Air Rifle is the exception to the rule. Even with the heavy kickback, this air rifle can be used on multiple fronts and in different situations depending on what the user wants. Ruger without a doubt has made the perfect bridge weapon for any user moving from the intermediate to advanced weapon class.
One of the sleekest one shot air rifles in the industry, the Umarex 2251300 Surge Combo includes a 4×32 scope for beginning users as well as hobbyist. At 0.177 this air rifle isn't hurting for power, and with cocking power at about 30 lbs. is just at the mark before it becomes too strenuous for the beginning user. The scope is easy to manage out of the box, or switch out with a better one if needed.
The Uramex isn't exactly the quietest air rifle, and registers pretty big on the sound scale even after initial shots. Part of the air rifles construction is a rear dove tail mount for changing out compatible optics. There are other intermediate features included like thumbhole stocks, recoil pad, and a nice sturdy and professional feel without the hurting of price.
Unfortunately the scope mount brackets are hit and miss, and some users may have problems depending on general use. And even with all of the intermediate features included, it is still a bit underwhelming for what it is meant to do. There are some mechanical issues that may arise after extended use, or even failure. But for an air rifle of this price that can shoot accurately from 40 yards out, the Umarex 2251300 Surge Combo is pretty solid.
The Crosman MK-177 Tactical Air Rifle is one of the most cosmetically pleasing air rifles to come into the market in years. The MK-177 gives the user an option of a 5 pellet clip or internal 300+ BB magazine. There is additional space to hold ammo beneath the rubber shoulder friction pad, if needed. The user has the option of adjusting the power through pumps between a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 10.
Despite its eye catching design, this is strictly for beginners and hobbyist. The MK-177 FPS maxes out at 800, with the included sights needed serious adjustment before extended use. Definitely not to be used for hunting, it can be used for target practice and pest control at most. There's 4 slots for magazines, so there is a good amount of ammo that can be carried at one time.
Some interesting add ons if users are interested, is that this air rifle works right out of the box with a bipod, without hindering the pumping motion. There is an interesting following behind the Crosman MK-177, with mods popping up all over the internet. It lacks the power, speed, and vision of a real air rifle but it doesn't stop it from being one of the more popular air rifles among enthusiasts.
A high quality adult rifle for advanced hunters, the Benjamin Marauder PCP Air Rifle means business right out of the gate with a sleek black all weather synthetic stock and sizes up to 0.25 caliber. While the 0.25 is an 8 shot repeater, the other models max out at a good 10. Some of the more unique features include an adjustable bolt so you can switch it from the left side to the right side. For more modern users, the service that is required to do that modification can be skipped and done by the user.
For those wanting to jump into the PCP world, this is the way to go. PCP air rifles differ from break barrel in that they come pre-charged with air, only using air when shooting rounds. Although a separate pump is needed in order to recharge the rifle, over 20 shots can easily be fired without having to recharge the rifle. Carry along pumps are readily available, with types at the users discretion.
Several upgrades have been made to this model, as a factory installed depinger has been added to lower the loudness of the air rifle. The valve for all calibers have been improved, adding extra shots to models having both the green mountain barrel and the Crossman barrel. The entire rifle is mod friendly and has several instructions and videos online due to its small following. Because of that and Benjamin's outstanding customer support, the Benjamin Maurauder PCP comes highly recommended.
The .22 and large versions of the Ruger Air Magnum Combo air rifle shoot 1200 FPS without much fuss. A standard break barrel that includes a 4×32 scope, this Ruger is meant for hobbyists looking for target practice and getting rid of small pests around the house. The Ruger's 1st and 2nd stage requires little adjusting, and then is ready to go from the start.
The actual air rifle itself comes in as one of the heaviest in the market and has a compromising cocking effort nearing 50 lbs. Accuracy is not a strong suit, and trying out different pellets is strongly recommended, preferably heavier ones to improve accuracy at the cost of FPS. The recoil is a killer, and with the extra weight of the gun it will take some getting used to the kickback.
The Ruger Air Magnum Combo air rifle is a good buy, but seems to be geared toward the hobbyist. Not as mod friendly as other air rifles, and very particular about the types of pellets it uses. In the long run, when certain conditions are met with pellets and adjustments, some users swear by this air rifle.
The Benjamin Titan XS NitroPiston is a mid-advanced air rifle powered by a nitro piston break barrel, and mostly target towards the advanced hunter. The 0.177 caliber Nitro Piston packs a heavy, but quiet punch while shooting at velocities of 1200 FPS. The central point of this air rifles praise is because it produces 70% less noise than spring powered air guns, while adding one of the least noticeable recoils in the industry. Power is also a strongpoint of this air rifle but less touted, even though the Titan X NitroPiston packs 18 lbs. of punch behind its shots.
The standard Center-Point 3-9×32 comes with it with MOA dots, a nice touch when hunting for longer periods. The Nitro Piston will be able to take out game on a regular basis with speed, accuracy, stealth and sneaky power. Also works well for target practice, hitting with great voracity easily from 45-50 yards away.
The NitroPiston is on the heavy side for a reason, and that reason is because it's made for advanced level shooters. Modifications to the trigger are easy enough making this air rifle open to other levels as well. With plenty of upside and low downside, Benjamin does it again with the Titan XS NitroPiston.
Why is it Important to Buy the Best Air Rifle?
You found what fits your needs and is best for yourself or your kid, now ask yourself is it the best of its type? There are many flavors of air rifles available, with small differences that may not seem like a lot at first glance. A small feature like an automatic safety might not be a big deal to an intermediate or advanced user, but to a beginner it could mean the difference between a successful shot and a frustrated user. As there are fewer and fewer quality rifles, the amount of cheap rifles, or for better words 'cheap crap made for kids' clutter the market in droves.
The best air gun isn't one that has all of the bells and whistles, but one that has the quality bells and whistles. Be wary of non-named brand air rifles that unfortunately do exist. The great air rifles have a following, with numerous YouTube demonstration videos, how to's, and support forums with answered questions. The warranty is also iron clad, with some of the top brands spelling it out in plain English a no fuss warranty.
The mod community in air rifles is huge, so some of the most popular air rifles are mod ready out of the box, especially with the scopes. Many hunters find the scopes that come with even the great air rifles to be below their current needs, and having the ability to easily swap it out with a higher quality scope is a big plus. The scope removal on the air rifles are no fuss, and with the best scopes costing in the hundreds of dollars, it turns a great air rifle into a super air rifle.
If using the air rifle for competition, the competitors are not going to have cheap off brand 0.177 caliber air rifles. The competitors are going to have the best of the best, with thousands of hours put into that same air rifle. To lose a competition because you were the most skilled but didn't have the best air gun would surely hurt in the long run.
Some people buy a low quality air rifle with plans to buy a quality one once they improve. The problem with that is that air rifles require a break in period, some as little as 50 shots, and some as many as 200 shots. Putting in that many repetitions on a lower quality air rifle and then moving to the quality air rifle makes no sense in the long run, especially with the feel being different for each type of air rifle. The best bet in the long run is to always go with the air rifle that is high quality, and leave no regrets for later.
Besides competitive use air rifles are used to train, hunt and get rid of pests around your land which helps protect it and combined it with the use of a trail camera you can keep watch and keep unwanted visits away from your land. The level of expertise required is dependent on the particular air rifle, but the most known user base are beginners, intermediate, and advanced. Hobbyists can be a gray area, but usually fall within the beginner to intermediate role. When looking for the correct air rifle for your level, you can reference the below guide and match up. The final decision is yours, so happy hunting!
The air rifles in this guide have either a 0.177 caliber or 0.22 caliber. The caliber is a good measure of what type of ammo can be fired. 0.177 is the standard and is the most inexpensive to maintain, with low cost light pellets. The 0.177 caliber is the most accurate in long range of the two because of the flat trajectory of the pellets it uses. The 0.177 is mandated for both pistol and rifle competitions by all official shooting organizations, which is something to keep in mind if you're using your air rifle solely for target practice. Most if not all target guns are this caliber, and with the pellet cost being lower, has a distinct advantage in this field.
ISSF (International Shooting Sport Federation) shooting games in the Olympics use this caliber, with President Olegario Vazquez Raña often rounding up millions of dollars in sponsors for participants. Of the most famous shooters that use this the 0.177 caliber in competition, Kamenskiy Sergey from the men's side and Pejcic Snjezana from the women's side stand out the most.
When you get to the 0.22 caliber deal, then there is talk about taking down larger prey and having more power. With a required large pellet size and more weight, accuracy takes a beating in order to sacrifice for power. This caliber became popular in the mid 1900's, before being overtaken by the popularity of the 0.177 caliber. It was considered the standard back in the day, as evidenced by the many antique guns that are specific to it.
Although shooters can hunt with some 0.177 calibers, it is widely known that for actual game the 0.22 caliber is the way to go, especially if the shooter wants to humanely put down the animal. A 0.177 without enough punch could pass right through the animal because of its small size, a less likely issue with the larger sized 0.22 pellet. The cost of the pellets are higher than their smaller counterpart, and there is also less in the box.
Some guns come with both calibers, for a distinct advantage and the best of both worlds.
There are several categories of air rifle, each with their own advantages and disadvantages.
Manual air rifles are still popular, but the newer precharged types are taking some share away from the old and trusted, at least by a little margin.
The multi-pump offers the option of choosing the amount of power, a lot or less, that is desired with each shot. A lot of work goes into the pumping action, which can be a strain on the individual based upon their strength, or even health history. Reloading is obviously slow, and the shooter has to develop a rhythm before getting it to a comfortable level of pumping. The maximum number of pumps is 10, and going over this number can damage the rifle. Over pumping can cause seal damage, rendering the air rifle useless.
Break action is a popular type, and involves cocking the rifle, or bending it, in order to load the next shot. Because of the mechanics of this type, they tend to be on the heavier side. It takes a good shooter to handle these types, as the spring that drives the pellet on the inside of the barrel can cause quite the kickback, affecting accuracy as a whole. Break action is also the noisiest of the bunch, but with realistic characteristics that may discipline younger shooters in dealing with heavier firearms.
Nitro Piston was created by Crosman in order to alleviate noise, cocking power, and overall weight of the aforementioned break action. The spring is no longer in play when cocking the rifle, but rather a cylinder full of compressed gas powers the rifle. This innovative Crosman feature is labeled as gas piston technology. Disadvantages are after prolonged use, the spring tends to get weaker over time.
Which is why the Nitro 2 was introduced to improve on the advantages of the original, and completely eliminates the metal to metal contact. This makes the original breakdown of Nitro powered guns a things of the past. There is a break in period for cocking effort, but is still a lot less than normal break action.
PCP allows for rapid firing and nearly no noise, with air only being used when necessary. Basically precharged guns hold air in a reservoir that you pump to get a set amount of shots. The only downside is that you have to manually recharge the pump, which can be a process. If planning to go hunting though, shooters do have the option of bringing a carry along pump to recharge.
What's the point of using an air rifle if you can't see your target? Air rifles come with a scope, but barring the Benjamin Titan XS NitroPiston's MOA scope, most are average to above average and require adjusting on arrival. The good news is that most scopes on air rifles were made to be replaced, and there are several outlets online and in store that sell high quality scopes that work across all brands and types. The mod community with air rifles is one of the most respected around, so there will always be someone available to help. Make it a point to put aside 15-20 minutes adjusting the scope, and some may find that a replacement isn't even necessary.
Note: You can also check out our review of the best rifle scope in our scope section.
Introducing a child to a gun of any type is a process where the first time is vital. Air guns are no different, and the potential education of use is as important as the actual purchase. There are many safety precautions to take into considering, and as far as purchase, there are even air rifles that don't support automatic safeties. Air rifles that require manual safety lock exist like the Gamo Hornet, so that is a feature to look out for when purchasing for kids. Cocking effort is not a necessary demon with the innovation of the Crosman Nitro 2, and is completely obliterated with PCP air rifles.
So there are options, and even for those hard-nosed dad's or mom's that want to teach their kid that nothing comes easy, there are plenty of break barrels with an under 20 lbs. cocking effort. For kids that plan on joining competitions, be wary that some beginning air rifles may be inadequate for competition use.
The biggest mistake first time buyers make is choosing an air rifle that 'looks' like it will work, or that a friend recommended to them. There are many flavors to choose from, and all of the brand names cater to different personalities. The only wrong choice to be made is one that is not informative. Whether it is children or adults, breaking down the components that are most important to the individual and their goals with their air gun makes for a better purchase.
Some simple tips to keep in mind that hunting air rifles are usually in the 0.22 caliber range because of their power, and their ability to not just pass through an animal. This insures the animal is put down humanely, whereas with a 0.177 that isn't properly powered, could cause unnecessary suffering.
The 0.177 is the standard for shooting competitions worldwide, with smaller, lighter and more accurate pellets, Small pests around the house can also be hunted with this caliber, and if properly powered, game as well. With time, research, and the right attitude, finding the perfect air rifle is the easiest part of the game.
There you have it, a complete guide to choose the best air rifle with air rifle reviews and more information to get you going with picking the perfect one for your needs.
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Together we must go forward into the Night
By NTIANovember 24, 2015NEWS
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Alan Miller 11/20/2015
Our cities make us great : the freer they are – and more dynamic – the better off we all are.
The past few days has demonstrated how we are living in a world where one has to take sides. Either one is for freedom, for social, economic and cultural interaction, for fun, for music, for life. Or one is against these things.
Paris, as so many have rightly argued, had our young butchered while enjoying and being part of the important exchange of what happens in beautiful cities. Now, more than ever, we need to champion our cities and the essential role that the Night Time Economy and Industries play within them.
The question what kind of city do we want to live in of course goes to the heart of what kind of world we wish to inhabit and at the same time what role we believe cities play within such a world. The Greeks, the ancient ones that is, created the concept of both the Agora and the Polis as public, philosophical and thus political spaces for citizens to engage, question, challenge – and even in the end be held to account as was to be the fate of Socrates.
Michaelangelo's David in Florence, almost two thousand years later, was a defiant testament to the independence both of spirit and politics, of the Florentines' belief in civil liberties holding out against the continual mortal threat of the Medicis. David with his eyes set on Rome and the biblical references to challenge the Goliath that threatened to extinguish the earlier Greek notions of importance of the city.
Cities are always at the forefront of innovation, new artistic, scientific, literary and cultural contributions to humanity. They are where the 'best and the brightest' flock to make something of themselves and of the world around them. The enormously ambitious Victorians built breathtaking bridges and dug incredible tunnels with feats of exceedingly imaginative engineering. Georges-Eugene Hausmann was one such man. As prefect of the Seine in the late 19th Century, he was responsible for transforming much of Paris from the poverty-ridden slums to the wide boulevard ambitious aesthetic that we still see today. While there are many issues with contemporary Paris in terms of the banlieues, this writer ventures that has more to us abandoning our Enlightenment approach to cities and people more broadly – rather than because of it.
Olmstead and Law took such inspiration and applied it to Central and Prospect Parks and city canals from Amsterdam to Vienna and major streets in London, plazas in St Petersburg and sidewalks in New York City all displayed a new, modern moment, brilliantly captured by Marshall Berman in his epic All That Is Solid Melts Into Air.
Continuing to act as a beacon, to shine, to lead the way as a global, '24-hour city', depends as much on our attitude and treatment of our Night Time Economy as it does our view of our parks, opera houses, museums, sports arenas and concert halls. Indeed, New York, the city that became famous and synonymous as being the one that "never sleeps", has seen various measures employed both under the Giuliani and Bloomberg Mayoral Administrations that challenge some of those ideas. From the cabaret licensing laws, allowing patrons to dance only in very specific zoned areas to the banning of smoking in public parks, the 'frisson', the spontaneity of the city changed somewhat. Although, one is far less likely to be mugged today too, which is a relief.
In the past couple of years in Britain, the so-called "Night Time Economy" has come under enormous scrutiny from the police and local council authorities. Ten of the big nightclubs in London have closed in the past two years alone, eight of them exceeding 1000 in capacity which have not been replaced. Glasgow has witnessed the closure due to police pressure and narrowing of licensing hours, of much loved and world-renowned The Arches, which funded a theater that provided platforms for international talent to the City of Culture that had come out of 1980's destitution. Measures such as breathalysers outside bars and clubs and even a McDonalds in Cambridge, to CCTV cameras, metal detectors, ID-biometric Scanners and ever increasing security numbers has seen citizens of UK cities vote weekly with their feet and wages and head to more relaxed cities such as Berlin and Barcelona.
In Sydney, Australia, the "lock out laws" that were imposed on night clubs and bars, resulting in having to be in a venue before 1.30am following the tragic death of a young man that had been punched by someone, meant that an entire industry was targeted. Subsequently, one of the most dynamic and exciting cities that attracted tourism and investment from around the world to see not just Gay Mardi Gras but an altogether vibrant and diverse city nightlife, has resulted in the closing of several venues. Ironically, not so far away in South Yarra, outside Melbourne, there was a terrific report published highlighting that once one gets beyond the hype of "nightlife = noise and nuisance" that the actual 'cost-benefit' ratio is 3 to 1 in favor of the night time.
While dance music has gone truly worldwide and 'EDM' having exploded in the US it is ironic to say the least that the incubators of such cultural production, the bars, clubs and popups – as well as the launch pads and stages for fashion, inspiration for advertising and the creation of musical artists in the entire post war period – have been placed under so much pressure, as though they were 'crime creators' rather than enormously vital cultural and economic assets and regenerators of our much loved cities.
Amsterdam has its very own 'Night Time Mayor', Mirik Milan, who has been in the position for five years, was voted in an election by his peers in the industry and navigates the tricky waters between city authorities and business. During this time, he has helped ensure that various stakeholders understand the value to Amsterdam that the industries play – and revenue and 'brand value' has increased. In Berlin, The Club Commission has been around for 15 years and Lutz Leichsenring has been at the forefront of liasing between Berlin authorities and the new landscape that emerged after the falling of the Berlin Wall. They are successful as consultants to areas that are deprived in various cities, demonstrating the value of night time bars, clubs, pop ups and restaurants, echoing perhaps Jane Jacobs's suggestions of lighting up city areas with activity and they now are participants in the Detroit-Berlin Connection, an initiative to help improve and transform the much aligned city.
Boris Johnson, the Mayor of London has come out in support of having a similar Night Time Economy Champion in London. The person in this role will work alongside the police, transport, housing and indeed business communities to ensure that the Night Time Economy, the place where we fall in love (and sometimes out of it) and many of our most memorable memories are forged, where the next cultural phenomenon is currently being hatched and where 66 Billion UK Pounds is generated annually, as well as being a huge employer and beacon for tourism and 'soft power' internationally is placed at the heart of city planning as key to London retaining an edge as a global, future oriented 24-hour city. That is why we have invited Mirik and Lutz to come and talk with various stakeholders, policy makers and businesses to share their insights and experiences, to help inform making the position of London's Night Time Economy Champion all the better.
In many ways, this is a matter of hearts and minds. Can we be trusted to allow ourselves, our citizens, our visitors and residents alike to enjoy, sensibly and responsibly the choices that exist in Paris to have a glass of wine and a baguette at 6am without losing our faculties – in London or indeed in New York? Can we ensure that smart planning decisions are made to ensure lots of benefits and minimum costs accrue, a bit like we do when we attend a sports stadium or the races or indeed go shopping, where crimes of all kind occur although quite rightly they are seen as the responsibility of those that behave that way and not the businesses that they impact?
As with the nihilistic death-cultists that wreaked havoc on our beloved Paris, those that behave criminally should be held accountable. However, the fabric of our night life, theaters, bars, nightclubs and pop up street festivals is fundamentally part of who we are – and should be celebrated.
The Mayor of London has taken a bold and important step to shape the future of the capitol city, that will impact the entire country. For that he is to be congratulated – and has contributed to making that most vital of places, our city, be even better.
"What Kind of Night Time Economy Champion do we want for London?" is at Mother Agency, London, 26 Nov
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Станіслав Конарський (, 30 вересня 1700 — 3 серпня 1773, Варшава) — польський письменник, реформатор освіти, поет, драматург часів Речі Посполитої.

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Походив із збіднілої шляхетської родини Конарських гербу Гриф. Народився у 1700 році містечку Жарчице-Дуже (тепер село, Свентокшиське воєводство). Батько — Єжи Конарський, каштелян завихостський. Мати — дружина батька Гелена з Чермінських.

Рано втратив батьків, його узяв під опіку вуйко Антон Чермінський — каштелян завихостський. У 1709 році став навчатися у коледжі ордену піарів у м. Пйотркув, який у 1715 році закінчив. Вступає до ордену піарів та перебирається до монастиря цього ордену у м. Подолінець (сучасна Словаччина). Тут вивчає гуманітарні науки, філософію, риторику, поезію.

У 1722 році Конарського відправляють до Варшави як вчителя поетики й риторики у місцевий коледжу ордену піарів. В цій роки починається складати перші свої твори. У 1725—1727 роках навчався у Collegium Nazarenum у Римі. Після цього викладав тут риторику. Після цього продовжив навчання у Франції, Німеччині та Австрії.

По поверненню до Речі Посполитої у 1732 році розпочав роботу на зібранням конституцій та законів Сейму — Volumina Legum. Під час війни за польську спадщину підтримав Станіслава Лещинського. Після поразки останнього на деякий час залишив Польщу й перебрався до Франції. Тут він ознайомився із ідеями Французького Просвітництва. По поверненню на батьківщину став їх натхненим поширювачем у Польщі. У 1736—1740 роках викладав у Ряшеві. У 1740 році заснував у Варшаві навчальний заклад «Collegium Nobilium».

У 1747 році заснував у Варшаві державно-довідкову бібліотеку, що стала першою в Європі. В подальшому провів реформу освіти в навчальних закладах ордену піарів, завершивши її у 1755 році, впроваджуючи в програму навчання польську та іноземні мови (викладання велося на латині), приділяючи особливу увагу природничим і точним наукам, географії та історії.

Надалі приділяв усю свою увагу поширенню просвітницьких ідей, реформуванню освіти, літературній діяльності. Помер 1773 року у Варшаві.

Творчість
В його доробку є політичний трактат «Про дієвий спосіб проведення нарад» у 4 томах (1760—1763 роки), де поряд з критикою магнатського всевладдя та проектом перебудови сейму, автор вимагав повного скасування liberum veto. також Конарський тут відстоював ідею освіченого абсолютизму. також цікавим є трактат «Розмова про те, від чого залежить благо й щастя Республіки» (1757 рік).

С.Конарський виступав за чистоту польської мови, продовження ренесансних традицій, звернення до поетики класицизму. Був автором численних латинських віршів на політичні та суспільні («Консул і понтифік»), релігійні (елегії у 3 книгах на честь Діви Марії). Частина увійшла до збірок «Усі вірші», що вийшла у 1778 році (після смерті автора).

Також створив першу в Польщі трагедію у русі класицизму — «Трагедія Епамінонда» 1756 року, де античний сюжет використовується для втілення сучасної проблематики: конфлікт мислячої особистості з догматами застарілого механізму влади. До того ж відомий своїми перекладами французьких драматургів та письменник — П.Корнеля, Ж.Расіна, Вольтера.

Вшанування

 На честь С. Конарського вибито медаль з написом «Той, хто насмілився мислити».
 Погруддя роботи Тадеуша Блотницького у Кракові перед костелом піярів.
 Школа на вул. Пйотра Скарги, 1 (тепер вул. Опільського), вулиця (тепер Грушевського) у Тернополі.

Примітки

Джерела
 Encyklopedia Polski (Encyclopedia of Poland). — Kraków: Wydawnictwo Ryszard Kluszczyński, 1996. — S. 448. — ISBN 83-86328-60-6.
 Michalski Jerzy. Konarski Stanisław h. Gryf, imię zakonne Stanisław od św. Wawrzyńca (1700—1773) // Polski Słownik Biograficzny. — Wrocław — Warszawa — Kraków : Zakład Narodowy Imienia Ossolińskich, Wydawnictwo Polskiej Akademii Nauk, 1968. — Tom XIII, zeszyt …. — S. 471—477.

Посилання

Піари
Станіслав
Польські письменники
Польські поети
Польські драматурги
Польські педагоги
Уродженці Свентокшиського воєводства
Померли у Варшаві
Люди, на честь яких названі вулиці

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Review: Walk with Me
DIR/WRI/PRO/DOP: Mark J. Francis, Max Pugh • ED: Mark J. Francis, Max Pugh, Alan Mackay, Nicholas Chaudeurge • MUS: Germaine Franco • CAST: Benedict Cumberbatch (Narrator) Thich Nhát Hanh
Walk with Me is a documentary about life in Plum Village, a Zen Buddhist community established by Thich Nhat Hanh in 1982 in southwestern France. The community live a Spartan life according to the principle of its founder, now over 90, but still a central presence despite having suffered from a stroke in recent years.
Thich Nhát Hanh is credited with introducing the concept of Mindfulness to the Western world, a practice which has been steadily growing in worldwide popularity in recent years. He features throughout the film but his presence is low key. The central theme of the film is the community and the monastic lifestyle which the male and female monks in the community follow. This involves a strict commitment to celibacy (including avoidance of any thoughts which might conflict with that principle) and to poverty.
The essence of daily life in Plum Village is a commitment to simplicity and the practice of "Mindfulness" in all tasks, though that term is rarely used. One of the features of daily life is the ringing of a resounding bell at irregular times. This signals to all residents that they must stop whatever they are doing at that point and re-connect with themselves. Thich Nhát Hanh himself seems to be the primary bell ringer.
The film appears to have been a labour of love for the directors Mark J. Francis and Max Pugh, who fill almost all of the roles behind the camera. This may have advantages in ensuring the 'Auteurs' achieve their vision for the film but it has disadvantages in other respects.
The directors were granted unprecedented access to the community to facilitate filming. They have reciprocated by following a respectful observational approach to the subject matter rather than an interrogatory approach.
There is little in the way of a story arc in a film that has a very leisurely, meditative pace. Some may find themselves identifying with one monk who appeared to be distracted as he yawned several times, unable to sustain the level of concentration of his peers.
Indeed, some of the more absorbing scenes take place outside of Plum Village when we follow the monks on outings to the US. This includes one very entertaining street scene and a couple of very moving scenes where monks reconnect with their families.
Throughout the film we hear the voice of Benedict Cumberbatch as narrator. The narration consists mainly of quotes from "Fragrant Palm Leaves", a book of philosophy by the founder written over one year in 1966. This was a turning point in Thich Nhat Hanh's life. It was the year he arrived in France having had to flee Vietnam due to his opposition to the Vietnam war and his attempts to achieve peace. It is a measure of the man that he was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize at that time by Martin Luther King.
Unfortunately, apart from the philosophy, we hear nothing of the founder's experiences during that time or what motivated him to establish Plum village. It would have been interesting to hear more about the genesis of the community. I would liked to have heard more from Thich Nhát Hanh about his own life, or perhaps even to hear one of the senior monks talk about that. I would like to have known more about why people are drawn to Plum Village and what keeps them there.
Despite these elusive elements, there is an honesty at the heart of the film. Life in Plum Village is not presented as idyllic. One of the messages that emerged was that if a monk achieves a certain level of awareness, then suffering too will follow.
This documentary has a meditative immersive quality. However, it may make for challenging viewing for some at times which may require the exercise of mindfulness. But it has an honesty and integrity at its heart.
Brian Ó Tiomáin
Walk with Me is released 5th January 2018
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When I searched for the title "walk with me", I expected to find something with Jesus and Christianity.
The early followers and followers of Christ, were persecuted by Saul (later renamed Paul) and he tried to find "any who were of the Way, whether men or women, so he might bring them bound to Jerusalem". Book of Acts 9:2
Jesus said, "I am the Way, the Truth and the Life.
And in book of Psalms, we can read many verses about walking on way.
To live, to have a life, is often called "a daily walk of life.
There are many lyrics, songs and poems about the term Walk with me.
This old gospel song is an favorite of mine: http://www.bread4life.eu/gospel/walk-with-me-lord-jesus/
In the documentary Walk with me, and in the review, we find something called exercise of mindfulness. That's quite a modern concept, the origin roots can be found in earnest prayer to our Lord and Creator, where we are filled by God's Holy Spirit. New age has this exercise also but for a follower of Christ, they believe New Age is a counterfeit, since there is also bad spirits and only through prayer in the name of Jesus will you be able to connect with the true God, the Father.
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In November 2017, after Jon Rahm's rookie year, the Spaniard compared favorably to PGA Tour stars Jason Day, Dustin Johnson, Rory McIlroy, Brooks Koepka, Justin Thomas and Jordan Spieth during their first seasons.
At that time, Rahm was better than those players off the tee, was the second-best iron player in the group, had a solid short game and was the best putter. Having just turned 23, he ranked No. 4 in the Official World Golf Ranking.
On Dec. 2 in the Bahamas, Rahm won the Hero World Challenge, a no-cut event hosted by Tiger Woods that brings together one of the most elite fields in golf. With the taste of champagne probably still fresh after helping Europe win the Ryder Cup in Paris, a 69-65 weekend gave Rahm a four-shot win over Tony Finau and earned him a $1 million check. That money does not go toward his official earnings for the 2018-19 season, but Rahm and his accountant probably don't care.
Before his season-ending win, Rahm's year had plenty of ups and downs.
On the bright side, he won the CareerBuilder Challenge in January, had five top-10 PGA Tour finishes and placed in the top five at the Masters and the PGA Championship.
But he missed the cut at the U.S. Open and British Open, and his strokes gained putting average slipped by 0.37 strokes, falling to -0.087 (135th). His iron game was not as sharp, either, leading to a fall in strokes gained total from an elite 1.871 (fourth) to 1.026 (19th).
So Rahm's game is still solid and he is ranked No. 6 in the OWGR. How does the 24-year-old's career compare to other elite players at that age? The chart below gives some perspective.
Looking at wins, top-10 finishes, earnings and position in the OWGR, Rahm is much farther along than Johnson was. And he has earned more money than Johnson, Fowler and Thomas.
The player whose results most closely match Rahm's is Day, who has won two World Golf Championships, a Players Championship and the 2015 PGA Championship.
The only player who was significantly better than Rahm when he turned 24 was Spieth, who counted three major wins among his 11 titles, as well as a FedEx Cup championship and a $10 million prize that came with it.
Among the seven players in the table, five have reached the No. 1 spot on the OWGR: Day, Johnson, McIlroy, Spieth and Thomas. Rahm reached No. 2 after winning last season's CareerBuilder Challenge.
With experience and improved putting, Rahm has the power to contend at Augusta National. Bethpage Black, site of May's PGA Championship, could be ideally suited for Rahm too. Pebble Beach plays host to next year's U.S. Open, and last year Rahm finished sixth at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, so that fabled course also could set up nicely for him.


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More on the Fort Dix terrorist plot
The 6 held in N.J. terror plot
The six were arrested in coordinated raids Monday night and taken to federal court in Camden yesterday for initial hearings before U.S. Magistrate Judge Joel Schneider.
Four, including three brothers, lived in Cherry Hill. Another lived in Buena Vista Township in Atlantic County, and the sixth lived in an apartment in the Bustleton section of Philadelphia.
Two of the suspects, brothers Dritan Duka, 28, and Shain Duka, 26, were arrested after arriving home in Cherry Hill, where they allegedly had arranged to buy AK-47 and M-16 rifles. One of the FBI informants had set up the deal.
A third brother, Eljvir Duka, 23, was arrested at the family home on Mimosa Drive in Cherry Hill. Mohamad Ibrahim Shnewer, 22, was arrested at his home in the 1000 block of Tampa Avenue in Cherry Hill.
The raids by federal authorities and state police also netted Agron Abdullahu, 24, in Buena Vista Township, and Serdar Tatar, 23, who lives in an apartment in the 2100 block of Tremont Street in Philadelphia.
The Duka brothers, Shnewer and Tatar were charged with conspiring to kill uniformed military personnel. The brothers were also charged with possession of a firearm by an illegal immigrant. All three were in the country illegally, authorities said.
Abdullahu was charged with aiding and abetting the Duka brothers in the weapons-possession offense.
The Dukas and Abdullahu were described as ethnic Albanians from the former Yugoslavia. Abdullahu had legal resident status. Shnewer is a U.S. citizen born in Jordan. Tatar, born in Turkey, is also a legal resident.
Immigration Customs Enforcement agents also arrested the Dukas' father on immigration charges. His name was not released.
Fox 29 news just mentioned that one of the men arrested worked at the 7-11 at the Temple University campus.
The timeline:
The Philadelphia Inquirer has a timeline; its most important item is this:
A shopkeeper alerts the FBI about a "disturbing" video he was asked to copy onto a DVD. The video shows 10 young men shooting assault weapons at a firing range earlier that month. The group calls for jihad (a holy war) and shouts "Allahu Akbar" (God is great).
Awareness:
If you think 'This doesn't happen in Gouldsboro, Pa.', think again.
OF COURSE, the papers and TV stations always follow reports on arrests with the customary friends and families of the arrested bearing witness to what great guys they are, and this case is no exception: "They're good people," said one friend at the courthouse, a man who declined to give his name. "They provide for their families."
Fortunately there are people who are more realistic:
'This is definitely a reminder that we are at war," said Carolee Nisbet, a Fort Dix spokeswoman. "We're trying to encourage everyone to be more aware of their surroundings."
Dan Riehl has a question.
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A Jacksonian has detailed information on the lawyer to terrorist suspects
Today we have a lawyer Sohail Mohammed kept on by the 6 men who were preparing to attack Ft. Dix. Luckily the 6 were caught before their plot could come to fruition. Now we have Mr. Mohammed who has previously been an advocate for other detainees on terrorism, especially after 9/11.
Sohail Mohammed is counsel for the American Muslim Union, which is connected to Hamas. (h/t Larwyn)
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In Hawaii, "Ahi" refers to two species, the Bigeye Tuna and the Yellowfin Tuna. Similar in general appearance, the Bigeye may be recognized by its plump body, its larger head and its unusually large eyes. Caught in deeper, cooler water, Bigeye Tuna typically has a higher fat content than Yellowfin and is preferred by sashimi lovers. The majority of Hawaiʻi's bigeye tuna are caught by deep-set longline fishing gear off shore of Hawaiʻi. The remainder of Hawaiian Bigeye Tuna landings come from handliners and trollers. Peak Bigeye landings occur from October through April. Learn More.


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"This isn't just good data for data's sake," Garcetti said in a release. "I'm invested in harnessing the power of our open data to make city hall run better, provide better services to Angelenos, and improve quality of life here in L.A."
Garcetti piloted the projects in August with such civic tech experts as Abhi Nemani, formerly CfA's co-executive director who now serves as Los Angeles' chief data officer, and Peter Marx, the city's chief innovation technology officer.
Nemani said the next steps are to prioritize the expansion of the city's open data foundation through additional data sets and digital tools.
"That means publishing more and more data sets, as well as accelerating our pace of update, improving its accessibility, and building tools that make it simple and easy to engage with the data," Nemani said. "What's next for open data is making it even more real-time, understandable and actionable."


The company's perspective and growth in international markets has always been fundamental to its development and part of the DNA of this traditional cryogenic manufacturing company. Cryo Diffusion has developed its presence in many international and emerging markets and has made inroads in several key markets including South East Asia, the Middle East and Africa.
Since 2001, Cryo Diffusion has been part of the VRV Group which is headquartered in Italy. The VRV Group is a multinational corporation, specialising in the design and manufacture of pressure equipment, encompassing approximately 400 employees spread over 8 countries and 2 continents with 6 manufacturing facilities between Italy, France and India and commercial offices in the Czech Republic, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, India (Mumbai), Malaysia and Brazil.


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May 21, 2012 - Traffic Safety - Click It or Ticket enforcement May 21-June 3 aims to save lives.
DENVER – Despite a continuous decline in the number of people killed in traffic crashes in Colorado over the past decade, the number of people who died without seat belts increased for the first time since 2002. Last year, 187 drivers and passengers died unrestrained, up from 164 in 2010. This is the highest level since 2007 when 193 people died in crashes that were not buckled up.
Colorado's seat belt use rate has also stalled over the past five years. In 2011, 82% of observed drivers and passengers were wearing seat belts, compared to 81% in 2007.
In an effort to increase seat belt use and save lives across the state, the Colorado State Patrol and 72 law enforcement agencies are working overtime for the Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement period, May 21 – June 3.
"We've made progress in reducing the number of people killed on Colorado roadways, but we know more can be done to give people a fighting chance to survive a crash if we can convince them to wear a seat belt," said Col. James Wolfinbarger, chief of the Colorado State Patrol. "Sometimes it takes a ticket to remind people about the importance of buckling up. Click It or Ticket is not popular, but we know seat belts save lives, and we'd rather issue citations than notify loves ones of a tragic death that could have been avoided with one simple click."
Those most at-risk of dying in a crash without a seat belt are young men, pick-up truck occupants, night time drivers and passengers, Hispanics and those traveling in rural areas. Here are some statistics from 2011
YOUNG MEN:
73% unbuckled deaths in Colorado were men -- nearly half of them were age 18 to 34.
PICKUP TRUCK OCCUPANTS:
Pickup trucks are twice as likely to roll over in a crash.
67% of those killed in a pickup truck were NOT wearing a seat belt.
RURAL DRIVERS & PASSENGERS:
Nearly 6 out of 10 (58%) who died on rural roadways were NOT wearing a seat belt (compared to 3 out of 10 in urban areas, or 34%).
NIGHTIME DRIVERS & PASSENGERS:
67% of people killed in Colorado crashes at night were not wearing seat belts, compared to 53% during the day.
HISPANIC DRIVERS & PASSENGERS:
Hispanics are over-represented in unrestrained fatalities, comprising 26% of unbuckled deaths in Colorado last year, despite making up 21% of the state's population.
Seat belt use saves thousands of lives in Colorado and across America each year. Statistics show that in 2010 alone, seat belts saved an estimated 12,546 lives nationwide, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
During last year's May Click It or Ticket enforcement period, 9,224 seat belt citations were written. To view seat belt citation results by agency after the enforcement period, visit www.seatbeltscolorado.com.
COLORADO LAW
Colorado has a secondary enforcement law for adult drivers and front-seat passengers. Drivers can be ticketed for violating the seat belt law if they are stopped for another traffic violation. Click It or Ticket enforcement focuses on speeding and aggressive drivers. Drivers who are stopped for a traffic violation and are not using a seat belt will be ticketed. Seat belt fines are $65 per violation.
Colorado's child-passenger safety law and its teen driver seat belt law are primary enforcement, meaning the driver can be stopped and ticketed if an officer sees an unrestrained or improperly restrained child in the vehicle or if a teen driver and their passengers are not buckled up. The public can find more information about the law www.seatbeltscolorado.com and www.carseatscolorado.com.
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In this example one can quickly identify the strongest force harmonics of wavenumbers 2, 6 and 8. However the larger is the force wavenumber, the lower is the vibration due to increased stiffness of the electric machine yoke. The wavenumber 2 is therefore the most dangerous in terms of vibration and noise in this case. One can also notice that all odd wavenumbers are null because the simulation is in heathy case (no eccentricity) and all slot numbers are even.