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Spalding Portable Basketball System – 48 Polycarbonate Backboard $247.54 The Spalding 72354 Portable Basketball Hoop with 48 Inch Polycarbonate Backboard features a three piece 3 Inch pole and the Slam Jam breakaway basketball rim. The polycarbonate backboard is five times stronger than typical acrylic, making it nearly impervious to cracking or shattering. The Pro Glide lift system allows you to easily adjust the basketball hoop from 7.5 – 10 feet in 6 Inch incremen…

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Abu Garcia Black Max Baitcast Reel LH 5BB 6.4:1 12lb/145yds $46.29 Machined aluminum spool provides strength without adding excess weight, Power Disk drag system gives smooth drag performance, Duragear brass gear for extended gear life, MagTrax brake system gives consistent brake pressure throughout the entire cast, Recessed reel foot plus a compact bent handle and star provide a more ergonomic design, Lightweight one piece graphite frame, Graphite sideplates for reduced weight. 4 Stainless bearings + 1 Roller Bearing. Gear Ratio: 6.4:1 Line Capacity: 12lb 145 yards. Left Hand Model

Abu Garcia Black Max Baitcast Reel RH 5BB 6.4:1 12lb/145yds $63.55 Machined aluminum spool provides strength without adding excess weight, Power Disk drag system gives smooth drag performance, Duragear brass gear for extended gear life, MagTrax brake system gives consistent brake pressure throughout the entire cast, Recessed reel foot plus a compact bent handle and star provide a more ergonomic design, Lightweight one piece graphite frame, Graphite sideplates for reduced weight. 4 Stainless bearings + 1 Roller Bearing. Gear Ratio: 6.4:1 Line Capacity: 12lb 145 yards. Right Hand Model

Abu Garcia Pro Max Baitcast Reel RH 8BB 7.1:1 12lb/145yds $63.29 The new Pro Max has now been updated for 2012 with a more compact design and smoother feel thanks to advances in technology. The top of line Abu Garcia Max series reel features seven smooth bearings plus a corrosion resistant instant anti-reverse bearing. Its graphite side plates and frame create a truly light weight reel weighing in at a mere 7.9 ounces. The 7 1 1 high speed gear ratio is the fastest in the Max family picking up 31 inches per turn. 7 stainless steel ball bearings plus 1 roller bearing provides smooth operation. Machined double anodized aluminum spool provides strength without adding excess weight. Power Disk drag system gives smooth drag performance. Duragear brass gear for extended gear life. Mag Trax brake system gives consistent brake pressure throughout the cast. Recessed reel foot plus a compact bent handle and star provide a more ergonomic design. Lightweight one piece graphite frame and graphite side plates.

Abu Garcia Silver Max Baitcast Reel LH 6BB 6.4:1 12lb/145yds $52.69 Machined aluminum spool provides strength without adding excess weight, Power Disk drag system gives smooth drag performance, Duragear brass gear for extended gear life, MagTrax brake system gives consistent brake pressure throughout the entire cast, Recessed reel foot plus a compact bent handle and star provide a more ergonomic design, Lightweight one piece graphite frame, Graphite sideplates for reduced weight. 5 Stainless bearings + 1 Roller Bearing. Gear Ratio: 6.4:1 Line Capacity: 12lb 145 yards. Left Hand Model

CamelBak Day Star Hydration Backpack – 2L (For Women) $66.37 CLOSEOUTS . With the CamelBak Day Star hydration backpack, you can enjoy easy, hands-free drinking as you enjoy all the outdoors has to offer. Available Colors: BLACK/DEEP CLARET, BRINDLE/COPPER, CELESTIAL BLUE, BLACK/DELPHINIUM, BRINDLE/SILVER, ROOT BEER/BAKED APPLE, 07, AZURE BLUE/GRAPHITE, BLACK, POPPY RED/TANGO RED, SHITAKE/TURTLE DOVE, BLUE MOON/RIVER BLUE, RASBERRY RADIANCE/CRUSHED VIOLET, AURORA PINK/GRAPHITE.

Cherry Finish Visitors Chair – Fabric Color: Crave – Charcoal/Graphite $124.69 OT1429: With tons of fabric options, this chair can match numerous styles of office decor. With wood accents and thick padding, this is a chair you’ll want your guests to sit in! Features: -Thick padded seat and back- -Cherry finish base and arms- -Express, A, B, C and R grades of fabric. -Nano Tex Fabric PDF. Specifications: -Overall Dimensions: 33.5 H x 23 W x 25.5 D. -Seat Size: 21 W x 18 D x 4 T. -Back Size: 20 W x 17.5 H x 3 T. -Arms Max Inside: 20.25 . -Arms to Floor Min: 26.75 . -Seat Height Min: 18 . Office Star Work Smart Warranty Note: Most chairs ship unassembled, and cannot be returned once they have been assembled.

Concord Fans 52DCO5WGH 52 Inch Decorama Fan – Graphite $99 CDV1098: Features: -52” Ceiling fan.-Remote control: Optional.-Motor Size: 172 x 14mm.-Transitional style.-Blade count: 5.-Blade Pitch: 14 degree.-Energy Star Certified.-Dry Location.-UL Listed. Color/Finish: -Graphite finish.-Graphite blade finish. Dimensions: -Overall Fan Height: 13.5” H.-Overall Dimensions: 13.5” H x 52” W x 13.5” D.

Concord Fans 52NA5GH Indoor – Outdoor 52 Inch Nautika Outdoor Fan – Graphite $135 CDV1138: Features: -52” Ceiling fan.-Remote control: Optional.-Motor Size: 172 x 17mm.-Indoor / Outdoor style.-Blade count: 5.-Blade Pitch: 14 degree.-Energy Star Certified.-Wet Location.-UL Listed. Color/Finish: -Graphite finish.-Graphite blade finish. Dimensions: -Overall Fan Height: 13” H.-Overall Dimensions: 13” H x 52” W x 13” D.

FIBERGLASS BLUE DIAMOND STAR Pool Stick(Pack of 1) $54 Fiberglass Cue…Top Quality for the Serious Player Professional Victory Series Fiberglass & Graphite Cue: This stylish cue is 58 inches long and weighs 20 ounces. It is a 2 piece cue with Stainless Steel Joints to provide a precision fit to guarantee straightness over the length of the stick.This Cue is made from Fiberglass and Graphite Composite and is Warp Resistant.It features a silver and red diamond and star design on a high gloss blue finish.This cue is our top of the line stick and is ideal for the player concerned with top quality performance.This stick comes with a high quality custom fit hard black case. The case is lined with felt and is padded and also features secure metal latches.

Fiberglass Diamond Star Pool Stick in Blue $48.99 This stylish cue is 58′ long and weighs 20 ounces. It is a 2 piece cue with Stainless Steel Joints to provide a precision fit to guarantee straightness over the length of the stick. It is made from fiberglass and graphite composite and is warp resistant. It features a silver and red diamond and star design on a high gloss blue finish. This cue is our top of the line stick and is ideal for the player concerned with top quality performance. It also comes with a high quality custom fit hard black case. The case is lined with felt and is padded and also features secure metal latches.

Lamy AL-Star Graphite Fountain Pen – Broad $38 The Lamy Al – Star Graphite Fountain Pen – Broad. The Lamy Al-Star pens take their inspiration from Lamy s Safari line. The Al-Star pens are made of a lightweight, durable aluminum and engineered to demanding specifications. They are available in a wide assortment of fun, vibrant colors and use the cartridge filling system. These pens are perfect for the young and the young at heart. Made of lightweight, durable aluminum. Engineered to demanding specifications. Flexible chrome clip. Designed to feel great in your hand. Can be converted to use LZ24 converter. Does not come with converter. Please see our other Lamy Fountain Pens We also sell other Fountain Pen Refills to be used with this pen. ADDITIONAL INFO: Genuine Product from Lamy. Buy from Authorized Major dealer only , with confidence. Brand New Product. Guaranteed for quality. WARRANTY: Life time Mechanical guarantee from Lamy.

Lamy AL-Star Graphite Fountain Pen – Extra Fine $38 The Lamy Al – Star Graphite Fountain Pen – Extra Fine. The Lamy Al-Star pens take their inspiration from Lamy s Safari line. The Al-Star pens are made of a lightweight, durable aluminum and engineered to demanding specifications. They are available in a wide assortment of fun, vibrant colors and use the cartridge filling system. These pens are perfect for the young and the young at heart. Made of lightweight, durable aluminum. Engineered to demanding specifications. Flexible chrome clip. Designed to feel great in your hand. Can be converted to use LZ24 converter. Does not come with converter. Please see our other Lamy Fountain Pens We also sell other Fountain Pen Refills to be used with this pen. ADDITIONAL INFO: Genuine Product from Lamy. Buy from Authorized Major dealer only , with confidence. Brand New Product. Guaranteed for quality. WARRANTY: Life time Mechanical guarantee from Lamy.

Lamy AL-Star Graphite Fountain Pen – Fine $38 The Lamy Al – Star Graphite Fountain Pen – Fine. The Lamy Al-Star pens take their inspiration from Lamy s Safari line. The Al-Star pens are made of a lightweight, durable aluminum and engineered to demanding specifications. They are available in a wide assortment of fun, vibrant colors and use the cartridge filling system. These pens are perfect for the young and the young at heart. Made of lightweight, durable aluminum. Engineered to demanding specifications. Flexible chrome clip. Designed to feel great in your hand. Can be converted to use LZ24 converter. Does not come with converter. Please see our other Lamy Fountain Pens We also sell other Fountain Pen Refills to be used with this pen. ADDITIONAL INFO: Genuine Product from Lamy. Buy from Authorized Major dealer only , with confidence. Brand New Product. Guaranteed for quality. WARRANTY: Life time Mechanical guarantee from Lamy.

Lamy AL-Star Graphite Rollerball Pen $34 The Lamy AL-Star Graphite Rollerball Pen. Lamy rollerballs are a good alternative to fountain pens or ballpoint pens. Combine the best of the two classic categories: Our rollerball pens are as easy to operate as ballpoint pens. And they have a similarly beautiful type face to the fountain pen. Made from lightweight, durable metallic anodized aluminium. Characteristic front section. With spring brass wire clip. Please see other collections in Lamy Rollerball Pen. We recommend Lamy Rollerball Pen Refill to be used with this pen. ADDITIONAL INFO: Genuine Product from Lamy. Buy from Authorized Major dealer Only, with confidence. Brand New Product. Guaranteed for quality.

Lamy Al-Star Ballpoint Graphite $30 The Lamy AL-Star Graphite Ballpoint Pen. Made from lightweight, durable aluminium, metallic anodized. Characteristic front section. With flexible clip of shiny chrome. Uses LAMY giant refill M 16. Please see other collections in Lamy Ballpoint Pen. We also sell other Lamy Ballpoint Pen Refill. ADDITIONAL INFO: Genuine Product from Lamy. Buy from Authorized Major dealer Only, with confidence. Brand New Product. Guaranteed for quality.

Lamy Al-Star Graphite Fountain Pen $38 The Lamy Al – Star Graphite Fountain Pen – Medium. The Lamy Al-Star pens take their inspiration from Lamy s Safari line. The Al-Star pens are made of a lightweight, durable aluminum and engineered to demanding specifications. They are available in a wide assortment of fun, vibrant colors and use the cartridge filling system. These pens are perfect for the young and the young at heart. Made of lightweight, durable aluminum. Engineered to demanding specifications. Flexible chrome clip. Designed to feel great in your hand. Can be converted to use LZ24 converter. Does not come with converter. Please see our other Lamy Fountain Pens We also sell other Fountain Pen Refills to be used with this pen. ADDITIONAL INFO: Genuine Product from Lamy. Buy from Authorized Major dealer only , with confidence. Brand New Product. Guaranteed for quality. WARRANTY: Life time Mechanical guarantee from Lamy.

Marker USA Starlight Jacket – Insulated (For Little Girls) $141.92 CLOSEOUTS . Outfit your future skiing star in Marker USA’s Starlight jacket, equipped low-bulk, cozy insulation, a breathable, DWR-treated shell and Grow-With-U technology. Available Colors: SKY/WHITE, CERISE/PINK, BLACK/GRAPHITE. Sizes: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.

Office Star ProLine II ProGrid Back Multi-Function Control Mid-Back Managers Chair with 2-Way Adjustable Arms, and Seat Slider – Fabric: Crave – Charcoal/Graphite $209 OT2873: Features: -Breathable ProGrid Back with built-in lumbar support.-Black SpringFlex fabric padded seat.-Height and width adjustable arms with PU pads.-One-touch pneumatic seat height adjustment.-Multi-function control with forward tilt and seat slider.-Nylon base with oversized dual wheel carpet casters. Warranty: -Lifetime Manufacturer Limited Warranty.

Okuma Classic Levelwind Star Drag Trolling Fishing Reel $35.78 The Classic Pro levelwind drag reel from Okuma(r) features a corrosion-resistant graphite spool, ported graphite frame design and a stainless steel reel foot. The Rulidium Drag System offers a wide range in drag adjustment with precise high and low settings.

Okuma Classic Levelwind Star Drag Trolling Fishing Reel $39.07 The Classic Pro levelwind drag reel from Okuma(r) features a corrosion-resistant graphite spool, ported graphite frame design and a stainless steel reel foot. The Rulidium Drag System offers a wide range in drag adjustment with precise high and low settings.

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Luxurious Ojai Resort is Like Attending 5-star College

While the Ojai Valley Inn and Spa bills itself as a “spa village,” a better description might be Getaway University, with its campus full of activities and honest-to-goodness classes in the finer points of life.

The Ojai Valley Inn is a little off the beaten path, 13 miles off Highway 101 with the exit just north of Ventura. This detour takes you to the Ojai Valley, a serene setting amongst a picturesque range of modest mountains. About 10 miles long and three miles wide, the valley has just enough room for a small town – a kind of artists’ enclave – and the sprawling 800 acres occupied by the Ojai Valley Inn, its village and its golf course.

The inn dates back to 1922 when a wealthy Ohio glass manufacturer and philanthropist commissioned famed architect Wallace Neff to build a country club in a Spanish Colonial style. The 18-hole golf course was designed by George C. Thomas, also a famous designer. Even those who don’t golf can still appreciate today the broad fairways and scenic vistas that are visible from almost every part of the property.

Over the years, the 308-room inn has become much more than a country club and was, in fact, recently awarded AAA’s five-star designation, making it one of only 15 properties in California to reach such lofty status. The award – which comes on the heels of a $90 million renovation — is predicated on service and amenities that are the best mere mortals can receive, and the Ojai Valley Inn does not disappoint.

When we arrived for our brief stay, a valet and a couple of bellmen were instantly at our service and check-in was quick and painless. We were driven to our suite on a golf cart, snaking along the curvy path, up and down hills until we reached our building, located adjacent to the spa and alongside a picture-postcard golf fairway. A little questioning of our bellman and we learned that about 45 percent of visitors come to Ojai for the golf, about 45 percent for the spa and the other 10 percent just to enjoy the surroundings.

As you can imagine, our suite was quite stylish and tastefully decorated. It wasn’t as large as a traditional suite that may offer entirely separate living and sleeping areas, but the room was quite spacious and there was good separation between the four-poster bed with its comforter bench and the L-shaped couch, the centerpiece of the living area. There were plenty of extra touches from plushy couch pillows to a variety of lamps, to landscape paintings adorning the walls. The feel was much more like a residence than a hotel room, and right out the sliding glass door was a patio and breakfast table with views of the golf course and nearby mountains.

The bath area deserves special mention: it had a long, deep soaking tub, a separate shower area, separate enclosed toilet room and a double granite vanity. Hanging in the closet were the requisite luxury bath robes.

Once we had an opportunity to explore the grounds, it really started to sink in that this hotel is so much more than just a golf or spa resort. Activities are planned for every waking hour – if you thought cruise ships kept you busy, a stay at Ojai rises to a whole new level.

Chief among those activities are the classes and experiences that can make your stay as much an educational experience as one of total relaxation. Ojai’s “university” offers “short courses in living better” that are designed to encourage guests to try new things and learn new concepts. Five short courses are presented, including such subjects as The Artist’s Path, Tasting Wine like a Pro, Golf: the Name of the Game, Horseback Riding: Life’s a Cinch; and Aromatherapy: Essential Oils from A to Z.

With the recent renovation, Ojai Valley Inn even has its own 1200-square-foot artist’s cottage. In this gleaming new facility, the resort offers more than 30 classes, ranging from weaving, graphite and drawing to journaling, printmaking and wreath-making. We hadn’t really come to the inn to take classes but, what the heck, we decided a class in watercolors would be a good way for us to see firsthand how the classes are conducted.

Our instructor had an excellent resume and amazing ability to create watercolor art, as evidenced by the many examples of her work proudly displayed throughout the cottage. And she was good at teaching just a smidgeon of that to us guests. All four people in our class were beginners, although one showed considerably more promise than the others. After 90 minutes of playing with various techniques and colors, we both had worksheets that rather closely resembled papers I remember bringing home from kindergarten. But keep in mind this was just an introductory 90-minute course — no one promised to make real artists out of us.

It seemed to us these classes would be the perfect complementary activity for the person whose spouse is hooked on golf or the spa. Let them do what they enjoy while you go take some classes to learn more about life — and about yourself.

The 31,000-square-foot spa building is one of the main attractions at Ojai Valley Inn, and we were impressed with the facilities and attention to detail. For example, about $400,000 was spent just to add individual small-screen TV’s and separate channel selectors to the already state-of-the-art exercise equipment. Locker rooms and dressing areas were spotless, treatment rooms as hygienic as anything you would find in a medical facility. Again, a large part of the Ojai’s spa experience is education, with classes in water aerobics, T’ai Chi and other activities.

Education at Ojai Valley Inn is not confined to adults. Another useful service provided by the resort – for extra charge – is Camp Ojai, a classroom and recreation complex at the far edge of the property that is dedicated to children between the ages of 5 and 12. Our six-year-old spent two half-day sessions at the camp in which she enjoyed individualized instruction in art, games and enough fun things that she was quite anxious to return for her second half-day of activities. Horseback riding topped her list of cool activities, but that was just one of several.

Dining, of course, was a big part of our stay at Ojai. We didn’t get a chance to try the inn’s signature restaurant, Maravilla, but the more casual Oak Grill offered everything we needed from the hearty breakfast buffet in the morning to lunch outdoors on the patio, to a delicious dinner with impeccable service. Jimmy’s is a sports-bar type restaurant, perfect after a day on the golf course, and the Café at the Spa serves lighter Mediterranean fare for lunch.

The food is exceptional at Ojai and just one small item illustrates real attention to detail: the granola. We found it to be the best we’d ever had, much more flavorful and complete than store-bought or any we’d been served in a restaurant. To one extent or other, every one of the other dishes we enjoyed at Ojai was just as special.

No doubt about it: Ojai’s “Getaway University” is an ideal choice for those who want to explore new interests and learn how to truly relax. It’s almost like going back to your college days – you know, when you had three hours in class and the rest of the day to play with friends.

AT A GLANCE

WHERE: Ojai is about 35 miles south of Santa Barbara and 73 miles northwest of Los Angeles.

WHAT: An idyllic valley that has inspired artists for many decades, and a full-service spa and golf resort that is rated as one of the top 15 resorts in California.

WHEN: Anytime. Ojai enjoys great year-round weather.

WHY: The resort offers activities and classes for everyone. Those who enjoy golf or going to the spa will especially like the Ojai Valley Inn.

HOW: For more information on Ojai Valley Inn and Spa, phone 888-772-6524 or visit www.ojairesort.com.

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About the Author

Cary Ordway is a syndicated travel writer and publishes websites focused on regional getaway travel. Among his websites are CaliforniaWeekend.com, which features California vacations, and NorthwestTravelAdvisor.com, a site that covers Washington travel, as well as getaways in Oregon, Idaho, Montana, British Columbia and Alberta.

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