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by robmoore
Mon Dec 28, 2015 1:04 pm
Forum: Shooting The Breeze
Topic: Happy birthday kimall and robmoore
Replies: 4
Views: 2241

Re: Happy birthday kimall and robmoore

[quote="Outbackdad"]Happy birthday kimall :occasion-birthdaymulticolor: and robmoore. :occasion-cake: :occasion-candle:

Hope you both had a great day.

Eddie[/quote]

Thanks, I did. Hope you all enjoyed XMAS.

Regards

Bob
by robmoore
Tue Apr 28, 2015 5:33 pm
Forum: Shooting The Breeze
Topic: Traumatised mother and daughter want law changed...
Replies: 4
Views: 1907

Traumatised mother and daughter want law changed...

Some of our members may be unable to sleep after seeing this...
http://www.westernadvocate.com.au/story ... r/?cs=2452

Bob
by robmoore
Wed Jun 25, 2014 7:32 pm
Forum: Photography
Topic: Fry's Hut
Replies: 14
Views: 7683

Re: Fry's Hut

Stickbow Hunter wrote:This hut is located in the Howqua Hills Historic Area near Mansfield in Victoria.

Jeff
Fry's-Hut-HDR.jpg
The others are also good photos but that first one is outstanding...

Bob
by robmoore
Tue Jun 24, 2014 11:00 pm
Forum: Site Announcements
Topic: Ozbow Ownership!!!
Replies: 12
Views: 8496

Re: Ozbow Ownership!!!

Thanks for the welcome back folks. Any way rather than see Ozbow fail at my hand I made the decision to hand it back…….. Thanks for your understanding all and know that my motivation for my decision was for the benefit of the site. Thanks Steve. It certainly wasn't an easy decision on your part but...
by robmoore
Wed Jun 11, 2014 8:54 pm
Forum: Humour
Topic: Wrongful Dismissal
Replies: 1
Views: 3666

Re: Wrongful Dismissal

greybeard wrote:
“Remain calm and stay on the line,” was not considered to be an appropriate or correct response.
:lol: :lol: :lol:

Seemed like a good response...

Bob
by robmoore
Wed Jun 11, 2014 8:49 pm
Forum: Humour
Topic: Tragedy
Replies: 1
Views: 3633

Re: Tragedy

The Ranger wrote:I'm in mourning. A good mate of mine drowned in a bowl of muesli. He was pulled in by a strong currant.
:lol: :lol: :lol:

I've just stumbled on this sad tale. Any chance of donating a few packets to parliament house...

Bob
by robmoore
Tue Jun 10, 2014 8:55 pm
Forum: The Ozbow Trade Blanket
Topic: Starting a shop
Replies: 57
Views: 14234

Re: Starting a shop

35 Govetts Leap Rd Blackheath, Old hardware store in the main street of town. Steve I was in the area, called in to the shop on Sunday and spoke to Erin. It deserves any support or publicity we can give. It appears to be a good location and especially popular on weekends. Wishing you every success ...
by robmoore
Mon May 05, 2014 7:53 pm
Forum: Traditional Tackle
Topic: New 2nd hand quivers
Replies: 5
Views: 2011

Re: New 2nd hand quivers

toby wrote:I bought a couple of 2nd hand quivers recently, I have been waiting about a year to have one custom made and it is still a while away yet.These came up & I got them to use until it gets done.
They certainly look good. I assume you would be pleased with them.

Bob
by robmoore
Mon May 05, 2014 1:16 pm
Forum: Humour
Topic: Colonoscopy Journal:
Replies: 14
Views: 5989

Re: Colonoscopy Journal:

greybeard wrote: On the subject of Colonoscopies...
Pleased to hear you had a good result - and your report on the procedure makes good entertaining reading...

:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

Bob
by robmoore
Mon Mar 31, 2014 6:08 am
Forum: Humour
Topic: Pet Spider
Replies: 5
Views: 2581

Re: Pet Spider

My son asked me if I could buy him a pet spider. The hairier the better. So I went to the pet shop to see if they had any. The shop assistant showed me a large Tarantula that was perfect. I asked him how much and he told me $80. I thought to myself, I could probably get one cheaper off the web. :lo...
by robmoore
Wed Mar 26, 2014 6:02 pm
Forum: Photography
Topic: A few from my back yard.
Replies: 6
Views: 4893

Re: A few from my back yard.

UPTHETOP wrote:All these photos where taken with 5 minutes from my back yard.

Cheers Wayno
That's a good location for a back yard Wayno!
All good shots - and could we ask what camera and lens you used to achieve them?
Regards
Bob
by robmoore
Thu Mar 20, 2014 9:19 pm
Forum: Humour
Topic: a copper
Replies: 3
Views: 2273

Re: a copper

:lol:
by robmoore
Mon Mar 17, 2014 3:00 am
Forum: Site Announcements
Topic: Ozbow under new ownership
Replies: 37
Views: 18537

Re: Ozbow under new ownership

Thanks once again for your best wishes folks. We recently were unexpectedly given the opportunity to be able to go away for an extended period so last Friday we hit the wallaby with the caravan in tow. We hope to be away for up to three months. We are only on our third day but are already enjoying ...
by robmoore
Sat Mar 15, 2014 9:28 am
Forum: Site Announcements
Topic: Ozbow under new ownership
Replies: 37
Views: 18537

Re: Ozbow under new ownership

I was distracted by other matters for a few days - and returned to find the site has changed hands! Thanks Jeff. I certainly consider your enthusiasm and effort has been worthwhile and has been greatly appreciated. At the same time, if you now need to move on, I can't think of anyone more appropriat...
by robmoore
Sun Dec 29, 2013 10:10 pm
Forum: Shooting The Breeze
Topic: Happy Birthday robmoore !!!
Replies: 5
Views: 975

Re: Happy Birthday robmoore !!!

rodlonq wrote:Happy Birthday mate....... bit late but all the best anyways :biggrin:

Cheers......... Rod
Thanks Rod - that's appreciated

Bob
by robmoore
Thu Dec 26, 2013 10:16 pm
Forum: Shooting The Breeze
Topic: Happy Birthday robmoore !!!
Replies: 5
Views: 975

Re: Happy Birthday robmoore !!!

I hope you have a great relaxing day!!! :biggrin: Jeff Thanks Jeff, Kevin & Rod. I've not been in the position to participate much lately but I do try to make time as often as possible to see what you - and our other members are up to... I hope you enjoyed Christmas and wish you all a healthy, ...
by robmoore
Tue Oct 29, 2013 1:51 pm
Forum: Shooting The Breeze
Topic: Repeatable form...
Replies: 5
Views: 787

Re: Repeatable form...

Did you watch SBS on Sunday evening, "Wonders of the Clockwork World"??? If not here is link to the "catch up". http://www.sbs.com.au/ondemand/video/54036547550/Wonders-Of-The-Clockwork-World Hi Grahame I only just stumbled on the two links that I had posted and hadn't seen the ...
by robmoore
Tue Oct 29, 2013 9:55 am
Forum: Shooting The Breeze
Topic: Repeatable form...
Replies: 5
Views: 787

Repeatable form...

While checking out the automated doll of Pierre Jaquet-Droz http://www.ozbow.net/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=14270 I stumbled on the video below. This one has a bit more relevance to archery.

I guess this is one way to have repeatable form...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5zYK9FxORI

Bob
by robmoore
Tue Oct 29, 2013 9:41 am
Forum: Shooting The Breeze
Topic: 240 year old doll - animated and programmable
Replies: 5
Views: 1490

240 year old doll - animated and programmable

An example of human creativity and skills:

http://www.chonday.com/Videos/the-writer-automaton

Wikipedia article about Pierre Jaquet-Droz:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pierre_Jaquet-Droz

Bob
by robmoore
Tue May 28, 2013 12:21 am
Forum: Humour
Topic: Talking dog
Replies: 6
Views: 2495

Re: Talking dog

:lol: :lol: :lol:

Bob
by robmoore
Fri May 17, 2013 10:28 pm
Forum: Traditional Crafts
Topic: News article leads to simple bow and arrow design...
Replies: 4
Views: 1098

Re: News article leads to simple bow and arrow design...

bigbob wrote:how really odd for both to drown like that.
Yeah... My thoughts too. One would assume they would know not to touch the beautiful but deadly blue ringed octopus...

Bob
by robmoore
Fri May 17, 2013 4:29 pm
Forum: Traditional Crafts
Topic: News article leads to simple bow and arrow design...
Replies: 4
Views: 1098

News article leads to simple bow and arrow design...

The news article about two drowning victims mentioned their involvement in various crafts. One article mentioned, amongst other things, a simple design for a bow and arrow for kids... so here are the links: http://blog.makezine.com/projects/bundle-bow-and-arrow/ http://www.watoday.com.au/wa-news/cra...
by robmoore
Thu May 16, 2013 6:17 pm
Forum: Humour
Topic: Giraffes are wimps
Replies: 6
Views: 2518

Re: Giraffes are wimps

:lol:

Bob
by robmoore
Thu May 16, 2013 10:10 am
Forum: Video Links
Topic: Japanese Horseback Archery - NOT YABUSAME
Replies: 1
Views: 1146

Re: Japanese Horseback Archery - NOT YABUSAME

Hi All. Some more Japanese Mounted Archery. Note: This is not Yabusame. Observe the front on shots and the position of the bow. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UM3CMUk7JdI Interesting. Thanks for that Grahame. For others who might be interested, there are a number of other links about Kasagake here:...
by robmoore
Mon May 06, 2013 12:25 am
Forum: Humour
Topic: Look <O><O> closely
Replies: 2
Views: 1731

Re: Look <O><O> closely

RobHunter wrote:
ravine.jpg
Is there a larger or clearer photo available anywhere for those of us whose eyes aren't as good as they used to be????
by robmoore
Sun May 05, 2013 2:37 pm
Forum: Shooting The Breeze
Topic: Surely it must be cruel and unethical to eat meat...
Replies: 14
Views: 2436

Re: Surely it must be cruel and unethical to eat meat...

Professor Mike Archer: "That's what I'm really asking for; just accept the fact that in order for us to survive, other animals are going to die. It has been the way of life in ecosystems long before humans were on the planet. We can't change that, we can't stop death out there." After usi...
by robmoore
Fri May 03, 2013 4:21 am
Forum: Traditional Tackle
Topic: Arrow Grippers and hip quiver pattern
Replies: 5
Views: 1311

Re: Arrow Grippers and hip quiver pattern

Trad Bound wrote:1. Grippers for said project so any ideas????
Hi Tony

I may have missed something but are Selway's own 4,5 and 6 arrow clips unsuitable for your requirements?

http://www.selwayarchery.com/html/accessories.php#clips

Bob
by robmoore
Fri May 03, 2013 4:06 am
Forum: Photography
Topic: Clouds
Replies: 9
Views: 2046

Re: Clouds

Good photos Jeff. The right time and place - and the right person to appreciate and record the sight.


Bob
by robmoore
Fri May 03, 2013 3:53 am
Forum: Shooting The Breeze
Topic: Surely it must be cruel and unethical to eat meat...
Replies: 14
Views: 2436

Re: Surely it must be cruel and unethical to eat meat...

Is it possible some stopped reading Archer's article before getting to his punchline? http://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/scienceshow/mice-the-biggest-losers-w-vegetarianism/4660498 That's what I'm really asking for; just accept the fact that in order for us to survive, other animals are go...
by robmoore
Wed May 01, 2013 8:55 pm
Forum: Shooting The Breeze
Topic: Surely it must be cruel and unethical to eat meat...
Replies: 14
Views: 2436

Surely it must be cruel and unethical to eat meat...

Some vegetarians and vegans believe that they are less cruel and more ethical than "us".
Are they really?

http://www.abc.net.au/radionational/pro ... sm/4660498

Bob