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Saw a friend post this on Facebook: http://dema.delaware.gov/documents/NWS_Weather_Briefing.pdf

Just had a friend who lives by the shore say they had no limit and no wait when they went south to fill-up. This could change though.

Nice, I was planning on going tomorrow too-- thanks for the response, John. Also, I hope things are ok regarding your last minute crisis.

Gosh, 300 blackout is so sexy though.

Yea, I ended up going to the Shell on 571 around 2pm, waited less then 5 minutes. Also, saw that down 130, virtually no lines as well

My neighboring town has gas again, and lines are minimal-- ~3 minutes wait. West Windsor, three or four along rt 571/Princeton-Hightstown Rd

Actually, just got off the phone with my sister, who lives down in the Cherry Hill area, and she says they haven't had gas lines (in fact was shocked by the sight when she came up north a ways). I'm going to head down there tonight, get some gas, and confirm otherwise

I was going to start an exact thread as this; so thanks, Mal. I still don't have power, and would rather not waste the battery power on my phone with battery-sucking apps or fidgeting with overloaded websites. So, yes, how far west into PA are people going, and/or how far south in NJ?

The theoratical difference is two-fold: 1. Aids in dispersion of heat 2. Makes the barrel, thus rifle, lighter. Results vary, though what I've heard from shooters with them and what I've read, the difference in 14.5-16" ARs chambered in 5.56 is minimal. There is a difference when the barrel is longer (18-20"), and/or if the rifle is chambered for the larger .308. Reason why barrel fluting/dimpling is more popular with semi-precision and precision systems. Personally, I think it's a moot point with the average AR. Better and cheaper ways of saving weight. Also, with a rifle that is already only ~7lbs, I think the focus should be on balance instead. I have to admit though, aesthetically it is quite pleasing

Should have invested in a series of overhead systems that would allow me access to what the heck is going on. Between the continued power outages and telecommunications clusterf-ck, if I do get information, it's on a 3-24 hour delay. It's maddening. But seriously, what I have is holding up well. A genny would have been nice. Working out in the candlelight isn't all that great.

I can't make up my mind and decide if Chris Costa has fallen a far way, or Magpul since the breakup of the 'magnificent' duo (Mr. Haley is doing pretty well for himself regardless at this point). Still, these videos seem less hokey then I first thought, might have to take a look.

First off, I'm not arguing anybody here. My statement is based in the research done on cultural trends and evolution. There is a hegemonic underlying to how things function in the world. Of course things may differ from culture to culture, but you guys still proved my point: The idea is that the authorities dictate what is "good" and "bad," and this understanding is passed to the peons-- the people. These ideas become hegemonic because they are grafted into the very fabric of society... through religion, values, other beliefs, etc. So, after this indoctrination of sorts, the values are then accepted-- and, more so, set as the standard. This is how we (as individuals) judge others without much thought of our own sins. You guys are proving my point because you are calling people "scum bags" and "criminals" and other names. These are socially constructed terms, and if you looked at their situations from differing perspectives, you might understand them as attempting to survive, making a name for themselves and their career, etc. With that said, I don't necessarily agree with that, but I can accept that understanding cultures require differing perspectives. And no, this isn't some mumbo-jumbo that I'm spewing because if it was, then the problem could be fixed by brute strength-- meaning it would have been fixed eons ago. In fact it's not really a matter of "fixing" the issue with a tactical nuclear strike as some of you would want, but a matter of understanding, coming to an agreement at the most basic levels, and pressing forward... but that won't happen because people need the scum of the earth to help them create what their image of good and bad actually is. I think those who are questioning what I wrote are looking at the issue from a personal level, and not thinking like those arseholes that see us all as numbers and quantify everything. Do I agree with it? Of course not, I've said that at least three times now. And maybe its hegemonic for me to even say that it really can't be changed-- but I just don't see a legitimate solution because those in power don't want there to be one. ETA: To stay on topic, I think the whole situation is really, really, really crappy for the LEOs in place. I talked to my best bud who's, fortunately, a cop up north about it, and he and others in the community are pretty irate with the logic the mayor is taking. Again, she's quantifying a majorly personal issue... and I'll admit, her math seems like it could work, but her solution just doesn't seem like it would sit well with me if I lived in Camden or the surrounding area.

Precisely, I'm glad to see someone else here hit on this. Places like Camden NEED to exist, same reason why discrimination and the "-ism"'s will always exist. People need the highs and lows not because culture drives people to be innately bad-- but because it sets the standard of how to live... thus keeping the bigger picture of society in order. Governments won't come out and say it, but this has been applied in every civilization, and throughout time. It does suck though for the direct and contiguous residents, no doubt about that.

Congrats to Nick, I know personally you'll do a terrific job. And congrats to Jon as well. On a personal note. I have been MIA for a few months now, both physically and in my responsibilities as a moderator. This is because I actually resigned my position in May, though that conversation was between myself and Maks. I have been meaning to say something publicly, and I suppose now is a better time then never. Not sure why I'm still green, but I'm sure that will be resolved when the big guys get the chance. So, thank you to the Maks, the moderating team, the regulars, and the community as a whole. I learned quite a bit in my duration here as a member, as well as a moderator. That goes for firearms, as well as being a person, and is something that I will take away as I move forward with my life. Maks and the moderator team do a thankless job, and while I do think that criticism is required more then praise (as progression requires sweat and tears), those guys put in far more time and effort then many people realize. Thanks to the regulars and the community for really being the engine that has driven this forum to its heights, and will continue to be a force for good in projecting the NJ firearms community. The regulars made the moderating task easier at times by self-policing, and difficult at times when that self-policing was directed (rightfully so) towards the moderating team-- so, don't stop. Also, I know I've had my differences at times with a number of you, whether publicly or not, and understand that it was never meant to be personal or malicious. The moment I accepted the offer from Maks to be a moderator, I knew that I would be targeted that much more because I wasn't just a mod, but a voice from the fringes of what is considered to be the firearms community stereotype. My intentions were to create discourse in a respectful manner where I could; whether that was speaking up for those who maybe didn't want to or were comfortable, or to just play devil's advocate. Stagnancy and groupthink run rampant in social circles, and my philosophy was to be dynamic, which of course clashed heavily at times. So, again, I have resolved the majority of those conflicts publicly or personally in the past when things got a bit too heated. And if anybody wishes to resolve anything that hasn't been, message me and I'll do what I can do accommodate. Otherwise, I'm going to go back to my self-exile as I shift my focuses to other parts of my life. I do wish everyone the best of fortunes, great health, much love, and continuing support in driving this forum forward. Signing off! PS: I will respond to private messages, but will not be really active at all publicly moving forward. Also, from late May to the present, anything that I have written or said do not reflect NJGF, but my own personal opinions (yea, I know, I'm still green, so, that could be confusing, until I'm not).

Minor tangent, but the "Mayan" calendar was copied/based off a far more ancient civilization in the region known as the Olmecs. Olmecs preceded the Mayans and other indigenous peoples of that region by either a few hundred or thousand years. Just annoys me that the Mayans get repeated credit for something that they essentially came into power of, not necessarily having created it (same goes with the majority of Mayan culture... arguably the Mayan culture was a social evolution of the Olmecs, who, again arguably, were either bred or wiped out long before the Mayans, etc.). But as others said, it has been the Westerners that have said, for whatever reason, that the Long Count Calendar would even end, thus signifying the end of the world. Similar to the concept of the yagus in Hinduism, the Long Count calendar instead is to be considered more along the lines of cycles (in the case of the LCC, it has to do more with astrological cycles then "world cycles" found in Hinduism). Arguably, some cultures tend to have a more world-ending perception as their sacred texts dictate that concept. Other cultures do not necessarily share the same concept, and it is easy to see why that cultural discrepancy creates misconceptions during translation.

Thanks, Nick, I've been steering clear of the reporting by mass media sources, and deferred to trying to get clear language directly from people I know in the area.

Prayers and thoughts to those affected. This incident hits really close to home as this was the theater I frequented the most when I was stationed at Buckley AFB (the base is 5-10m from this location). Having spent a significant time there, I had grown roots in the Aurora community, developing friendships with local friends and businesses. Of course there are also the personnel and their families that I've been frantic about, and have been coordinating with to ensure that no military personnel were victims. Fortunately all of my friends and acquaintances are ok, and I haven't heard of any military personnel being victims. As for the theater being a gun free zone, it's being more and more common in Colorado, which is a real shame. As for the are itself, not the greatest area. The socioeconomic status being those who probably couldn't afford the process to get a CCW and carry gun. Talk about hegemonic gun control already in effect... saddening and maddening.

Most of you guys probably aren't familiar with the town, Aurora, CO. Its a suburb of Denver, and not one of the nice ones. The notorious portion of Colfax Ave runs through it, and along with the shady auto body shops, plasma donation centers, and strip joints, the area houses the majority of the impoverished, as well as gangs. Arguably, the town also houses the majority of the illegal immigrants that make their way up from the south. That's not to say the town is all bad. The outer fringe portions are pretty upscale, as well as there being a large military presence with an active duty military installation located just on the edge of town (while still being 30 minutes from downtown Denver)-- one of the lesser known ones in the state of CO. This is of course speaking from personal experience, having spent my career out there... So, the question becomes, in a town split between a population that rarely brings legal issues up with authorities, and a military community (and those in between), who would take a stand? I'm not saying that people shouldn't, just asking who would.

As it was pointed out: UserCP > My Settings > Profile Settings > Fifth section down under "Profile Information" > "Member Title" The generic titles are based on post count.

What Ty (Midwest PX) said. But you should be rotating magazines anyway...

2. No posting of random news articles without at least a paragraph about what made you post it or your opinion. No one cares to see a post with a link. If anyone wants to see whats going on in the news, we will go to a news sites. NJGF is not Drudge Report. I opened the post to see why it inspired you.

2. No posting of random news articles without at least a paragraph about what made you post it or your opinion. No one cares to see a post with a link. If anyone wants to see whats going on in the news, we will go to a news sites. NJGF is not Drudge Report. I opened the post to see why it inspired you.

Any secret worth keeping is going to get out-- its a fact. And a secret as big as setting up a shelter on one's own property is not an easy one to keep obscure. Which leads me to the question that is asked in the Twilight Zone episode "The Shelter" For those unaware of what I'm talking about, part one of it can be found here (it's broken into three segments that are all available on YouTube):

Belleville (NOT the Tactical Research line). These were my issued desert pair, and look it. The black boots I had when I first enlisted were Bates, and I have to say I prefer suede mostly because it is less maintenance. No need to worry about scuffs (as much), and less break-in time (suede vs. leather).

Haha, that was the surprise. For the eye-candy alone, the trip is worth it... or was. Depending on the time of the year, the quality can fluctuate, but, yea, is traditionally pretty good