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theurbanbackpacker

theurbanbackpacker

I talk on the radio, freelance announce, have delusions of grandeur, and enjoy long walks on the concrete.

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BallHype Member since April 4, 2007

Woman Who Used to be Man Wants to Compete in the Olympics
theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com - 6/12/2008
Woman Who Used to be Man Wants to Compete in the Olympics
— theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com — A "transitioned" athlete by the name of Kristen Worley wants to cycle for Canada at the upcoming... Beijing games, but the Canadian Cycling Association is all like "nuh-uh." (more) Woman Who Used to be Man Wants to Compete in the Olympics

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New Arsenal Home Kit Leaked... and it Looks Horrible
theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com - 6/6/2008
New Arsenal Home Kit Leaked... and it Looks Horrible
— theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com — Some thoughts on/pics of Arsenal's supposed new home and goalkeeper kits.... (more) New Arsenal Home Kit Leaked... and it Looks Horrible

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theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com - 5/15/2008
Video - A Wicked Own Goal
— theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com — Swiss defenceman Philippe Furrer blasts a shot past his own goaltender Martin Gerber in Switzerland's 6-0 loss... to Russia in the IIHF World Championship. (more) Video - A Wicked Own Goal

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Didier Drogba is Sort of Insecure
theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com - 4/11/2008
Didier Drogba is Sort of Insecure
— theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com — The Chelsea striker routinely buys his own shirts from the team store to create the illusion that... he's the most popular player with the fans. Loser. (more) Didier Drogba is Sort of Insecure

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Umpires are Racist
theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com - 8/16/2007
Umpires are Racist
— theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com — A new study reveals racial bias in calling balls and strikes.... (more) Umpires are Racist

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Yao Ming Gettin' Tipsy
english.pravda.ru - 8/10/2007
Yao Ming Gettin' Tipsy
— english.pravda.ru — Yao's been married a few days and he's already turning to the bottle... Which contained Mao Tai,... "a fiery Chinese spirit usually downed in shots from small teacups." (more) Yao Ming Gettin' Tipsy

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theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com - 7/26/2007
Boom Boom, Tap
— theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com — Under Armour's new spot, the female version of the "click-clack" campaign.... (more) Boom Boom, Tap
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theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com - 7/9/2007
The Rockies-Phillies Tarp Scene
— theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com — So what if their franchise has 9,999 losses? When a big angry tarp threatened the safety of... the opposition's grounds crew, the gentlemanly Philadelphia Phillies were quick to lend a helping hand/sandbag. Via YouTube. (more) The Rockies-Phillies Tarp Scene

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Suits XL: NBA Draft Style
theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com - 6/29/2007
Suits XL: NBA Draft Style
— theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com — There were some interesting fashion choices from the rookies who accepted their adidas draft day caps from... David Stern. The draft is the first opportunity for these young men to adhere to the NBA’s dress code. Some of them did it well, others… not so much. (more) Suits XL: NBA Draft Style

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theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com - 6/20/2007
Tony Parker’s Music Video is Straight Bangin’
— theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com — I’m not sure if this video has made its way around the internets, but if it hasn’t…... you’re welcome. It’s that hot new joint from Tony P, “Balance Toi.” Via YouTube. (more) Tony Parker’s Music Video is Straight Bangin’

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NASCAR and Politics, a Winning Combination
theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com - 6/18/2007
NASCAR and Politics, a Winning Combination
— theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com — The Conservative Party of Canada will be the latest sponsor of a car on the Canadian NASCAR... circuit. The answer to your question is yes, apparently there is a Canadian edition of NASCAR. I assume that it’s much like its American counterpart, only with smaller trophies and more polite drivers. (more) NASCAR and Politics, a Winning Combination

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theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com - 6/15/2007
DaMarcus Beasley Avoids Gold Cup
— theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com — Rather than make the arduous seven second trek back to the dressing room to relieve the pressure... on his kidneys, American midfielder DaMarcus Beasley decided to whip it out and give that brown patch a little H-2-OHHH! OH YEAH! (warning: contains penis) (more) DaMarcus Beasley Avoids Gold Cup

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Throw #756 Back
ourbookofscrap.com - 6/12/2007
Throw #756 Back
— ourbookofscrap.com — A campaign is underway to raise funds to be awarded to the man/woman/child who makes the bold... statement of throwing back Barry Bond's 756th homer. (more) Throw #756 Back

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NHL Expansion in Las Vegas, Kansas City
theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com - 6/11/2007
NHL Expansion in Las Vegas, Kansas City
— theurbanbackpacker.blogspot.com — More teams! More I say! Adding franchises is the only logical thing to do when your sport/league... is in trouble. Gary Bettman is awesome. (more) NHL Expansion in Las Vegas, Kansas City

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Welcome to the Internets Greg Oden
wearethepostmen.com - 5/31/2007
Welcome to the Internets Greg Oden
— wearethepostmen.com — A snippet from Greg Oden's blog, showcasing the labors of Ohio State's incredible English faculty. The use... of "lol" proves that Greg is not 47 years old after all. (more) Welcome to the Internets Greg Oden

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