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Guys, my sons new Macbook laptop was stolen last week at his College. I am trying to get an old notebook up and running but it is not going well. I need to get a new notebook harddrive. I was wondering if anyone in OttawaGolf would have an old laptop SATA harddrive or an old notebook laptop they...

this has to make you smile! http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=JR3RCzNFdmU

Anybody knows what happen to the police chase on Industrial Blvd Saturday afternoon. I was leaving Golftown beside the Five Guys Burgers place.... As I am ready to turn right I hear the Police Cruiser coming toward me (from the East) with lights and siren.... then I realize he is chasing some...

Hey Guys, I am looking at putting a shed in my backyard to house all the crap needed for the house. Any suggestions on where I could get one built at a reasonable price? I see some at Homedepot that I might look at, but I thought I would pool this group. Any insight would be...

Looking to buy a new 50" tv but have no clue what to get... Plasma? LCD? LED? Smart TV? I watch a lot of sports and some network tv shows. I have Rogers Cable I don't watch BlueRay

With the holiday hiatus here, I'm just wondering what everyone has been watching this year. Fringe - (S2) is still going strong. It's amazing what you can do when you have alternate realities as plot devices. Flash Forward - It's got it's ups and downs, right now it's just good enough to keep...

Hoping some tech savvy folks might be able to help me out. I have a samsung led tv (5500). I noticed while watching the masters yesterday that there's a small horizontal line on my tv...about 3 inches long...where the picture appears just slightly darker than everywhere else. Frankly, most...

Hey Everyone, I'm looking for a cheap all in cell phone plan for my kids and the big 3 can't even begin to touch Wind Mobile's offer. Unlimited texting Unlimited data Unlimited local calling $29/month all in My only concern is coverage/quality of the network. I realize that they don't...

Anyone play counter-strike or use too? I am in the midst of downloading the new one for the PS3. Going to bring me back from when I was hooked on this game....

Anyone know where to buy a good cooler locally? The wife wants to upgrade Coleman from CanTire (which I thought works fine). There's a Yeti cooler which appearantly designed to keep your stuffs cold for several days but only available from the US and somewhat pricey! LMK.. thks

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... for all the spam I get? It's ridonkulous.

To all, a very good Canada day. Hope you were able to spend time with your loved ones or on the golf course.

Wondering if any of the photographers on here could suggest any websites where I might find a replacement power cable for a digital camera. I've lost my cable, so I can't currently charge my camera. The Casio website has been no help to me in my efforts to find a replacement. I Would rather not...

Happy Fathers day to all of you and especially the ones who are celebrating for the first time. Spend some time with your dad, son and familly and enjoy the day I do miss my dad on this special day. Heading out with my son this a.m for a round at the Gatineau.

I'm trying to remember the name of some of the outlets/malls that are close to Ottawa in the U.S. One had PUMA and an Under Armour store as well, anyone know the name of the mall?

The old one is going into retirement, and i'm in the market for a new model .Has anyone got a recommendation for a decent bbq in the $300/$350 price range ? Any help would be most apreciated, thanks

Hey folks...wondering if anyone knows where I can buy some Onitsuka Tiger shoes, either in Ottawa, or online (and preferably cheap). I know they carry some at Sports 4, but I'm looking to find some different colour combos.

Have noticed that a lot of newer roofs and replacements are going to the "new" high roof vents. If you have not seen/noticed they are square, 16-18" high and have 4 ridges/vents at the top end. Seems to me that they would allow more air to pass than the traditional low to the roof vents with the...

Has anyone put up golf equipment ads on used ottawa's website? I have in the past and I was wondering what if any success you guys may have had using that website and any others.

Don't watch much television except for golf. Wife watches a lot of old movies but I set her up with Netflix.com with an IP address blocker and WD tv and she watches everything over the internet. I noticed that there are services that offer live coverage of professional golf over the net and if that...

Any DIY plumbers out there with recommendations for a decent website for plumbing how-tos? We're looking to replace our existing kitchen sink, and go from a 1-drain sink to a 2-drain sink. I know this will involve running some new pipe, but I'd like to minimize this, and maintain the existing...

Hypothetical question: Scientists discover a massive black hole very close to our solar system and they predict in 20 years it get close enough to swallow our solar system. There is no escape. We're all gonna die. Do you stop procreating or go ahead and have children anyway?

Looking for an accountant ASAP to help me file my personal income tax. Nothing heavy. Took me 15 mins on quick tax but I'm paying way too much (in the 5 figures). I'm looking for a professional opinion. If you are an accountant or know someone who can spare 30 mins I'd be very appreciative....

So i know this was posted a while back but i thought i would see who has joined since last year. i tweet all my rounds via OOB golf on twitter and i know some others do too. Fun to watch and follow how people seasons are going. So lets see who else has joined? I noticed MJF put his twitter...

Hey Dan, Like the new look, prett simple to use. Nice. :thumbsup

I'm looking to re-insure my 1991 Westfalia camper. Belair Direct won't insure it anymore since it's now over 20 years old. :( Any suggestions?

does anyone out there have experience with undergoing bunion surgery ? I have heard and read mixed opinions / reviews on the success of the surgery. I would like some feedback from someone who has had the surgery. I have dealt with Dr Greenberg for other foot related issues, he would be the likely...

Four BC golf fanatics win $30 million jackpot: http://www.ctvbc.ctv.ca/servlet/an/local/CTVNews/20120411/four-golf-store-employees-win-lottery-in-bc-120411/20120411/?hub=BritishColumbiaHome Dave

Does anyone have experience with this? I may need to unlock a BB Bold from Rogers so I can use it with Telus.

Not sure if I should be going to work tomorrow or golfing.

Hi everyone; Bell High School is celebrating 50 years this October 2012 www.bellhigh50th.ca If you have attended or know someone that has--please spread the word. Brian Mac Millan, Chair, Bell High 50th

If you had to get a second job to work at in your spare time, some evenings and some weekends, to keep you from being bored more than anything (the money is a bonus) what would you do? And, it is to be worked at mostly in the colder months because there is lots to do during the summer to keep you...

Well, its my lovely wifes B-day and she wanted to go golfing but looks like the weather is not cooperating. I guess I will take her out shopping. !!!! :P

It's almost time and I am in need of some new golf clothes. Know of some good deals or where I should start my search? Ebay? States? I am waiting on my passport here and I will be making a drive down that way in the next month or so if you have some places I should check out.

A totally random thread, I know. I've always been a Red Delicious kind of guy. Sometimes Granny Smith's. Today I had a Honey Crisp apple. Probably the best apple I've ever had. I'm not one for fruits and veggies, but when I find something I like, I'll eat lots of them.

My wife told me that the news had an article on a new Direct Energy contract that is being forced down on people who have hot water rentals. I didn't completely understand what she was explaining but I did get a new contract in the mail last night with my current gas bill. Did anyone catch this...

Have you received any comments on the way you walk? I'm slightly bothered that my swag has yet to yield me compliments from the opposite sex.

Anyone know where to get some Montecristo's for a half decent price in Canada?

So I turned 43 in February and thought it was high time I bought my first Harley Davidson motorcycle. I bought a 2007 Sportster 1200 Low and am very excited to ride this summer. Any other HD owners on the boards here want to help a newbie with info etc or want to get together this summer for some...

Couple years ago I took advantage of a balance transfer promotion that offered a 3.99 rate for the life of the balance. As long as I didn't miss a payment the rate would be good. It was a one time deal and I could not make new purchases on this card, so I cut it up and have been making my payments...

I'm planning a 90th birthday celebration for my aunt (Apr 20). Looking for a restaurant that will cater to a wide variety of tastes (not sushi, chinese, greek, etc) located between Woodroffe Ave and Kanata that has a "party" room that will hold 20-40 people. Any thoughts or suggestions would be...

I think changing the background colors of this forum would be good from time to time. Then people at work would stop asking me why I'm on this site all the time. The other option is for me to work ... So yeah, please change the color. :thumbsup

I heard on the radio this morning that there has been 4 incidents as of late of a van trying to pick up young children. One in Kemptville, Cardinal, Smithfalls and Merrickville.. As a father this scares the crap out of me. Talk to your kids and make sure they are aware!

For the bday the wifey got me bruins senators tickets for Saturday, and am looking for some decent restaurants in the area for dinner and breakfast... Dinner we like pub style, sushi, Asian, thai...? something good and low key.. Breakfast traditional bacon and eggs.... What should I check out?