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I really like the idea of this carbine; plus it shoots pretty darn nice. My only gripe is the ergonomics if the whole system. With enough time on it, I'm sure it's not bad at all. Just seems really, really funky. Still, good stuff, Ray

I hope Mr. Dale Dye has a featured role. I also hope, as others have said, it doesn't become some cliche show with overly pretty characters (think Terminator Salvation with their pedicures and pearly whites). Is it as important as story and/or character development? No. But details matter... as it helps put things into context, or making it more of an experience vs. some show (and, again, think "The Walking Dead" where, for the most part, it was very detail-oriented).

Thanks, Ray. Like I was telling you guys though, you had it dialed in for the most part-- I just did some fine tuning. For what its worth, I blame the fact that it was pretty darn windy still on Sunday With that said, you're welcome! (And a big thanks to Caine and Maks for spotting.) And as for me being the resident pro, ha, there are far more qualified individuals; but always glad to help where/when I can.

Happy bday, Ty!

He means the rail system is 12'' long (the DD rails).

Ya, another +1 for BCM. When in doubt, BCM I have a 14.5 carbine-length upper (pinned of course). Shoots great, though I did have a single malfunction with Wolf .223. It was an older bunch though (with the lacquer still on it), so, it doesn't really concern me.

I doubt that a movie will be made any time soon for "Dead Island" (I mean, the name alone sounds like another [bad] Romero flick). Just seems like a savvy investment by the producer to pick it up early. Personally I'm still waiting to hear about [brad] Pitt's production of "World War Z." I want to say they almost have a working script, but, gosh, I need to see this movie now. As for DA2, what are your thoughts on the webisodes featuring Felicia Day coming out this Summer? Webisodes seem to be all the rage these days (with everything being streamed). With that said, Q4 this year is going to be amazing. Now only if we could get through the next eight months quickly :icon_neutral:

About to start packing up the car. I'll try and be there with the early crowd (7:30ish). And agreed, it'll be nice if the wind opts to cease for tomorrow.

Welcome aboard. For HD? I suppose whatever is on hand

Welcome!

Yea, this game has been in the works forever actually. I had links, but they're dead now [pun intended! haha]; but I believe this project even pre-dates Left 4 Dead. From what I've read and heard from friends in the business who have seen the working project close up, its an action-rpg-slasher. So, think the 'Silent Hill' series (obviously not the movies) with more back-story and depth. They said the devs want to really make the game involving, like the Elder Scrolls or Fallouts, though I have my doubts about that. But yea, a lot of emotions from what is otherwise just "another zombie game."

Alright, I'll see you guys on Sunday morning, bright and early.

So, time confirmed? I know that we're not all planning on meeting up collectively as as group, but for those who are-- what time have we decided on?

Griz, training has come a long way. The new philosophy is that training (physical and skills) should be based on the current engagements, and not the other way around (those who have been in the military know what I'm talking about-- as backwards as it sounds). So, instead of learning how to bivouac in the middle of the woods, Soldiers learn about convoy security/blow-through methods and identifying/reporting UXO/IED/VBED, etc. And, for the most part, Soldiers qualify at least quarterly on weapon systems relevant to their billet. I did know a guy who was stationed in an obscure assignment for a few years, and he didn't qualify on any weapon system at that time-- but it was a special-type assignment (even my posting, which was a bit obscure, made the time to qualify quarterly). Which leads me to the point that I do think the military could do better then the M9, coming from a military posting where it was more common to be carrying a pistol then a rifle. And, really, its not the M9 at fault, but I do think the military should consider looking beyond 9MM at this juncture.

--- Possibly NSFW to be on the safe side! --- This is purely a cinematic for an upcoming zombie game called "Dead Island." Its caused an uproar from almost every angle... some people think its amazing; others say its not indicative of the game, and is just another hype machine; and others even think its tasteless in its approach. Personally, the game could be terrible, but this was a very, very well done cinematic. (For those who don't know, a cinematic is a trailer in which its all computer rendered, not using any in-game video-- hence, it'll look far nicer than anything in-game). I think it was a really interesting approach with the method; music used strikes a chord; makes you actually care [somewhat] about what is happening; zombies look fantastic; and the whole trailer is just really well polished. Just thought you fellow zombie-ites would find it at least an interesting view

I've come to the conclusion that Black Ops is pretty terrible, ha. Moving forward though, Modern Warfare 3 is current in development by the original Infinity Ward. Some of you probably know that it was gutted out in the aftermath of the huge fiasco in which the majority of the leadership left for a new dev team... so, what Activision (ugh) has done is sign on two other studios to help with the development. I don't doubt that it'll make money; I do doubt that it'll be worth $60~. I'm holding out for at least a couple weeks/month for MW3. Battlefield 3 is also in dev, and should be out Q4 for 2011. This is a continuation of Battlefield 2 made in 2005, and not a continuation of the Bad Company story lines (which have been excellent IMO). Most of you who have been around the block know that BF2 was one of the better of the Battlefield series, which is saying a lot. BF3 will reintroduce things like being able to go prone (for PC only), massive battles-- 64 total I believe (for PC only), and jets! (finally.) I have my beta key lined up, so, I'm looking forward to seeing how it looks early on. I also heard that there is a sequel for EA's reboot of Medal of Honor. The first one was interesting; and more interesting that different studios handled different aspects. To me, Danger Close studio did a great job with the campaign, and DICE really screwed the pooch with the multiplayer. Hopefully EA has learned from this, and *if* MOH2 sees the day of the light, it'll be a more, longer, complete package. With that said, I'll be hitting up PAX East next month-- so, hopefully I'll see some of the Q3/Q4 stuff for 2011, and probably some 2012/2013 stuff as well!

Isn't that in April? And yea, I would've actually gone today if I didn't have exams starting tomorrow... albeit studying is for suckers

Might be the case; though there are military contracts for firearms that are stamped with names of foreign companies, but manufactured here in the States (like FNH with the M249s off the top of my head). So, I wouldn't say that its completely unreasonable to think that a weapons manufacturer wouldn't consider that possibility.

I keep spares for priority internals (BCG/bolt, springs, pins, etc). Also keep spare parts for magazines (only for my pistol magazines though, as the majority of my AR magazines have the bottoms permanently attached).

Ha, well, Coasties technically aren't a part of the cool club (DOD), just when the squids need some extra hands on deck! With that said, I give the CG the respect they deserve. Whenever we needed to do a food run on our graveyard shifts, they would always be the first to volunteer; plus those Coastie female types I worked with were probably the only ones that made their respective dress uniform look any good (lets not kid ourselves, the zoomies might have had the best looking, but their uniforms weren't too flattering). As for the Corps, I had a Captain and a Gunny I worked with, and I swear they both could shoot lasers out of their eyes, so, I kept my mouth shut.

Ha, thanks Ed Helms and The Office, Chris I just remember when the ground was frozen that it was possible to dig any new holes in the ground for targets. Add in the fact that there always seems to be a wind that blows through, I just think it would be convenient if the ground wasn't completely frozen

Welcome from just north of you

Welcome. How do you like CRRC? I'm still looking for a reason to get a membership there, as I live literally around the bend from the location. Anyway, best of luck with the transition! Oh, and Ray, how is Bayonne close to North Brunswick?! That would be like saying I'm close to that range (which I'm not, at all).

Its on like Genghis Khan wearing Sean John in Bhutan. So, yea, I'll be there, and I'm a member at 14 as well. Oh, and thanks Pete for reminding me about this! ETA: Too bad the Friday weather won't be rolling into the weekend much. With that said, has anybody been there in the past week? Is the ground still frozen solid? Or has the warmer weather made it one big mud/sand pit? Not much fun when I went a few weeks ago for that very reason (the ground was frozen).

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