Video You May Not Have Seen: Time Lapse Photography

World Series Time-Lapse by Robert Caplin from Robert Caplin on Vimeo.

I know, I know.  Everyone's sick of hearing about the Yankees World Series.  I don't blame you, and if this video wasn't awesome, I wouldn't post it.  But its just so cool.  See all of game 7 from inside Game 6 in 3 minutes (and I mean everything!) and check out the experience once again.  As a fan of the team not named the Yankees, I wish I could be able to have my team winning this World Series like this and enjoyed it as I know so many Yankees fans have.

Anyway, let the video load and enjoy it, seeing the fans, players, and everything with this time-lapse camera is absolutely fantastic!

(From the CHG) Hidden Gem: Harvard - Yale

Article from the CHG

Though no longer considered dominant Division 1 programs (they aren't even allowed in the FCS tournament), the annual Harvard - Yale game is still one of the biggest and most important in the country.  This game is so big, it is simply called "The Game," I cant think of a better rivalry game than that.  Since 1875, Harvard and Yale have alternated between Harvard Stadium and the Yale Bowl.  Though usually proper, for one day these schools act like every other college kid.  Rude Cheers and dirty pranks have become a big tradition.  The tailgates are filled with grills and kegs to eat and drink, and tents constructed with buffets that serve shrimp cocktail and champagne.  Since this event happens every year, I thought I would post a write up of both stadiums, though this years game takes place at the Yale Bowl.

Harvard Stadium (Boston, MA)
The first concrete stadium in the world was constructed in 1903 for a cost of $310,000. Harvard Stadium accomplished permanence for the game of football. Since the stadium was made of immovable concrete the field dimensions were set to their modern proportions. Harvard Stadium may be old, but it still plays an important role every other year playing host to one of the nations longest standing rivalries (Harvard vs Yale). Harvard Stadium is also home to a professional women’s soccer club.
 

Yale Bowl (New Haven, CT)
The Yale bowl was built soon after Harvard stadium. While Harvard brought in the modern area of football, the opening in 1914 of the Yale Bowl became the template for the football world and can hold upwards of 64,000 people. Like Harvard Stadium, the Yale bowl is no longer in its prime. However its design was duplicated at Michigan Stadium, Notre Dame Stadium, the Rose Bowl, and LA Coliseum among others. All of these stadiums are still considered to be some of the best places to catch a game.

I personally have a couple friends attending this game.  They are spending the weekend in New York and taking the amtrak down to enjoy the event.  With the times they are going (leaving at 7:00 and coming back at 4:15) they will have plenty of time to tailgate both before and after the game, and are spending only 29 bucks each way!  Sure a fun way to spend a weekend in both New York and at one of the greatest rivalries in sports!

MNF Guide: Cleveland

Tonight's Monday Night Game takes us to Cleveland, where the Cleveland Browns host the Baltimore Ravens.  Though you could see a lot of angry Browns fans (there is a rumor many are going to boycott the beginning of the game to send a message to the owner and make his team look bad on national television), the atmosphere is one to enjoy as Cleveland has some of the best football fans.  Enjoy as Ray Lewis and Joe Flacco try to hand it to Brady Quinn and their division rival.

Cleveland Browns Stadium is the fantastic home of the Browns. Located on the shores of Lake Erie, the stadium has great sight lines from all seats, and features sports bars in the main concourse.

Plenty of parking is available, around the stadium at $10-$20 per car. There is tailgating along the railroad tracks running east of the stadium as well as in an unpaved lot just west of the stadium. The Flats and Warehouse District are a short walk south.

Cleveland is a friendly town, but be careful if you're sporting an out-of-town jersey or hat at a ballgame. While the vast majority of fans won't give you any trouble, there are some who will pile on the verbal abuse.

Overall, Cleveland is about average expense-wise once you're there. Getting there by air is about as cheap as it gets, as both Southwest and Continental have hubs there.
Be careful walking to the stadium with an open container; citations are given out for such offensive conduct.

Bars/Restaurants
Basement - There is usually a line, but it is worth the wait. Balcony's that overlook the streets and a deck-bar are the highlights. Techno and New Wave music rule the dance floor, but not the entire bar.

Rock Bottom Brewery - Don't let the name fool you, the Rock Bottom features some of the best microbrews in town, great fare, and a good selection of cigars available as well. Live music filters down from the second floor balcony.

The Humidor - They have cigars, and lots of them. Couches and loveseats provide for comfortable seating. It is a little dark and smokey inside, but what would you expect?

Other Attractions
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - Located down the street from the football stadium this amazing museum houses the best music, never before seen artifacts, and more.  Plan to spend a good four or five hours here.

Great Lakes Science Center - Great place to spend a day especially if you have kids.  Enjoy a film in the Onimax theater and more