![]() ![]() Illuminated from the inside, they provide a soft glow over the surrounding area. Paper Lanterns Ryann Ford/ /Designed by B Jane Gardens Made of thin paper covering a wire framework, paper lanterns come in all colors and sizes. Take note of how these zesty orange drum pendants breathe life into this cooking and dining zone. 14 Easy Pergola Lighting Ideas Here we share fourteen ideas to take your pergola from dark to dazzling in very little time. Colour pop Pendant lights provide an easy way to inject a stylish but somewhat bland neutral kitchen with a burst of fresh, energetic colour and hearty dash of personality. I recommend that you start a Pinterest board or a Houzz idea book. 10 BRIGHT (AND BEAUTIFUL) PENDANT LIGHTING IDEAS 1. building, remodeling, and design professionals.įounded by Gail Drury, CMKBD, in 1987, Drury Design was chosen by the more than 16 million monthly users that comprise the Houzz community. room shapes and sizes, appliances, lighting, accessories.the list goes on. The Houzz annual survey and analysis of 16 million monthly users revealed the top-rated U.S. Read more about this transitional kitchen design project in the portfolio feature and blog post.ĭrury Design was awarded “Best Of Houzz” by Houzz, the leading platform for home remodeling and design, in two categories: Customer Satisfaction and Design. According to Houzz, less than 4% of Houzz pros receive a best of Houzz award (let alone both awards). More metallic accents come in by way of a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Wolf range top and hardware pulls. The chrome three light pendants by Eurofase. The cabinetry’s oversized drawers enable easy access and abundant storage space. Dark chocolate cabinetry defines the room as a full height Cashmere White granite backsplash and counters add contrast. As an added bonus, they brighten the dark wood cabinets accentuating the rich tones to the deep grain.Ī spacious island, designed for prepping and entertaining, greets cooks and guests. The kitchen remodel features three chrome pendant lights that tie in with the sleek appliances and fixtures. Inspired by our client’s design ideas and preferences, this transitional kitchen remodel in Naperville is packed with custom features further defining the homes Zen-like tone. Featuring 20 pendant lights hand-selected by the editors, a new article previews a range of sizes, shape, and colors – including a Drury Design project. Do you want one lamp or five, an oversized utility light or a row of delicate glass drops?” We agree! Bring warmth to a living area (Image credit: Ian Baldwin) Prioritize the atmosphere of the living room when shortlisting lighting ideas. You’ve decided to hang pendant lights over your kitchen island now it comes down to deciding which light fixtures you want. But, which fixtures look best?Īccording to Houzz, “The choices can seem endless. Pendant lights do more than shine on islands. On or off, they add character, style, and drama. ![]()
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![]() And I'm not saying it would have been, but it could have been difficult." I don't wanna just go and slap something together. But, yeah, that's the way it is."įurther adding some context as to why it didn't move any further, the guitarist explained, "If you're gonna go out, I want to do a good show. But it didn't get much further than me, really. But he's still fighting there."Īs far as how far the discussions went, Iommi says they were "sort of" asked, adding, "We hadn't approached the others as far as doing it. He's had to go through such a lot of hard stuff lately. And he's really trying to pull to get himself back. I hope he can do it and that it'll be really good. So I wasn't that comfortable with it."īut the guitarist then laughingly added, "But I didn't know Ozzy would be doing it on his own. I've gotta think of Ozzy, if he's gonna be all right to do a show and whatever. ![]() I've gotta think of the people in the band as well. But in my mind, it's very difficult to sort of say yes. He's in hospital and out of hospital, and he's really been fighting it he really wants to get out there. But I didn't, at that point… It's hard, because Ozzy's been going through a lot of stuff lately. Iommi revealed he received offers to do various things over the past years, but he did not share what those gigs were and whether he accepted any of them.Īs part of his treatment, he underwent several procedures while recording his music project, "13," a few years before receiving another operation to remove a non-cancerous lump from his throat.While speaking with Trunk, Iommi revealed that there had been some talk of Black Sabbath playing, telling the host (as transcribed by Blabbermouth), "Yes, there was. ![]() His oncologist advised him not to fly so much and not do a straining amount of work that could affect his condition.ĭespite that, he expressed his desire to hold a US tour, although he is reportedly open to doing something else along the line. Tony Iommi's Cancer Diagnosis Causes Him To Give Up TouringĬontinuing his explanation regarding his diagnosis, the guitarist said his health battle caused him to stop major tours due to the shows' length and locations. He received vitamin B12 shots and made them more effective by maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The Black Sabbath guitarist explained that his decision to do things to keep himself up helps him feel motivated as it pushes him to move.Īs for where his current cancer battle stands, Iommi disclosed that his doctors keep the cancer cells under control and check his immune system all the time. Iommi clarified that he has been good after his cancer diagnosis, although he reportedly suffered other ailments over the years. READ ALSO: Jamie Foxx Health Update: Singer-Actor 'Recovering Well' Amid Rumors Surrounding His Condition But, no, all in all, it's been pretty good." "It's like any old person - you have problems. In fact, I was there the day before yesterday, just getting different checks again," he said. ![]() In a Thursday interview on SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk" (via Blabbermouth), Iommi opened up about his health following his battle with early-stage lymphoma and how he had been up and down due to his condition. The band decided to finally bring down the curtain due to the guitarist's health condition that prevented him from having long travel for an extended period of time. Iommi and his Black Sabbath bandmates marked the end of their 49 years of career in 2011 when they launched "The End" tour. Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi opened up about his health status more than a decade since he received his lymphoma diagnosis. ![]() ![]() More problematic for the less experienced. 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The most popular assisted braking device anywhere in the world. A little of both? Keep reading, and you’ll find your bestĪbout weight, ease of braking, peace of mind, and budget, and for all of thoseīurning questions and more, I’ve got you covered. On theĬrag, assisted braking devices are a huge help, but you really won’t need that Where you are, whether you are the belayer or the climber.Ĭlimbing? That’s something to think about too when making your choice. Having confidence in yourĮquipment makes it easier to enjoy the moment when you’re climbing, no matter It doesn’t matter what I like – these are all fantastic options –īut it’s what YOU feel most comfortable with using. Options but the thing with these is they all hinge on convenience of use and Below are 7 of the best belay devices and what makes them great as well as what you would want to think about when using them if they would be right for you. I’ll take the mystery out of all that, don’t worry. If you’re here, you know what a belay device is but what you may not know is what features would best suit your climbing needs. Whatever the occasion, I hope I can provide some valuable insight to help guide you in the right direction. Looking for a new belay device? Or perhaps you’re just beginning your adventures into climbing and getting your first one. ![]() ![]() Send a request to replace a lost, stolen or damaged card via the feedback form.What should I do if the Arch Card was lost or damaged? To restore the card, you need to do the following: How to get a free McDonalds gift card? There is no such possibility. The Card balance never expires, and no fees are charged for its use. Inactivity, maintenance or any other fees are not charged. Important! You can top up your balance only for physical McDonald’s Arch Cards. Enter the card details and top up the dollars.If you are logged in for the first time, then you need to register. You have to log in: enter your username and password for it.If there is no time for traveling, then you can use the second method – to pay online. To increase the balance of the gift card, you need to come to the McDonald’s restaurant and ask at the checkout to top up the card. then the information about the balance on the gift Arch Card will appear.choose reCAPTCHA and click on the “Check Balance” button.enter the data that is written on the back of the card: card number – 16 digits and pin code.Let’s consider the last method in more detail: Ask a McDonald’s employee at the checkout.The easiest way is to look at the receipt on which all the data is available.There are 4 Ways to Check Arch Card Balance: How to check McDonald’s gift card balance? You will need them for replacing a lost or stolen card. You need to call (877) 458-2200 or ask an employee at the checkout at a McDonalds restaurant to activate the card. How to activate the gift card – Arch Card? Gift cards can be used along with coupons and various offers. Important! Save the cheque after payment and receipt of Arch Card. Fill in all required fields marked with an asterisk and pay for the order.Īttention! An additional fee is charged for transportation and depending on the delivery time: up to 10 days – $2.95, up to 4 days – $12.95.Add the product to the cart and place an order.Below you can leave a congratulatory message that will appear on the envelope. Fill in the fields: from whom and to whom the gift is intended.Follow the link to the gift card catalog.Let’s consider the second case in more detail: Purchase a card on partners’ websites or at the checkout in the store.Įverything is clear with the first way.Order a card online through the website.Buy at the checkout at the restaurant Mickey D’s.You can purchase Arch card using one of three ways: Next, you will look for full information about Arch Card and how do you check the balance on a McDonald’s gift card. The card is not intended for persons under the age of 13. If you want to become the holder of McDonald’s Arch card, you can order it online or purchase at a restaurant with a face value from $10$ to $100 and in the future to replenish up to $ 2000. ![]() ![]() ![]() This only applied to those who purchased the AVG Password Protection feature and the issue was fixed today at 12:20pm. Some AVG users recently may have been unable to access their browser passwords when using Firefox. Update 2: AVG provided the following statement: Update: Here is the official bug by Mozilla that highlights the issue. In other words: the issue is not caused by Firefox, it is caused by third-party software that corrupts the logins file of the Firefox web browser. Bad news is that this is only a temporary solution as the files will be corrupted again unless Avast updates its software programs to address the issue. Good news is that the passwords are still there and that affected users should be able to recover them on their devices. ![]() ![]() It is possible that other security programs may cause the issue as well. It appears that the software programs somehow corrupt the login.json file so that Firefox cannot read it anymore. Reports suggest that Avast and AVG security applications cause the issue for Firefox users. Instead of having to enter the passwords manually each time they are requested, Firefox would provide the password when needed.įirefox saves the data in the file logins.json in the Firefox profile folder.
![]() Read my new sci-fi thriller novel Herokiller, available now in print and online. What a weird development, and what a great find by Fallout.įollow me on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. ![]() This is such a minor thing it does not seem like anything Bungie is going to “fix” any time soon, even if technically, one of the ornaments is now selling a tiny sliver of power. for the sake of ornament and an elaborate toilet, which would better become them. Whatever future shotguns are added to the game in upcoming content, keep an eye out for high impact, long barrel ones (Emperor’s Courtesy has the long Botheration frame, but isn’t high impact enough to be on its level). It seems to me that all wise thing they would be sorry for.There is literally no reason not to use the Panama Ravine ornament on Chaperone even if this only gets you a kill you wouldn’t have gotten otherwise once in a hundred tries.Even a blue shotgun can be good with high impact and a long barrel, explaining the weird dominance of the Botheration.You can see more, but for some reason it leads me to misjudge height more often when I’m relying on my instincts.The end result of this is…not hugely significant to Destiny overall, but more hilarious than anything. Outside of Chaperones ornament, the only advantages others give is. Chaperone has seen repeated nerfs throughout. a matchbox and felt and a plastic ornament. I feel like it helps me judge better where the barrel is going if I’m doing a super fast flick, compared to Panama which has a long open section on either side of the barrel within the sight. I was lucky enough to design one of the ornaments for The Chaperone. And for some reason, the more uniform barrel design of queensguard works better for me. ![]() Symmetry, Chaperone, SUROS, and TM should all be higher as they work a lot better. I prefer a more open sight picture, so I go with Panama or queensguard. As most of the best weapons in Destiny 2 are Exotics, this Tier list. I don’t think any one is better than another, it’s just personal preference. I don’t have the “ain’t my first rodeo” one so I can’t say what it’s like You can see this yourself by aiming at a rock with different markings and then switching ornaments, and notice how different ornaments obscure different parts of the rock. The default skin and the guardian angel ornament cause the barrel to be very close to where the reticle is, while the Panama ravine and queens guard ornaments move the barrel downwards, exposing more of the bottom of the sight. This chaperone ornament boosts it's range.Cosmetics Improve Gameplay. Basically, certain ornaments cause the barrel of the ornament to be higher or lower in the scope. Cosmetics in this game aren't created equal. Perhaps the most interesting finding, though, is that the Chaperone exotic shotgun is actually more effective when the Panama Ravine ornament is on. I’ve found that chaperone ornaments actually change the sight in a decently significant way. ![]() Ok so I’ve been meaning to make a post about this but a comment here probably works better In-depth, high-content guides about specific guns, perks, and techniques are ok.ĭetailed, specific questions are fine as well.īut "is X gun good?" Go play with it and decide for yourself.įor LFG and clan recruitment, please visit the discord channel or head over to r/fireteams. It's okay to share how you achieved something, but make sure your post has more informative substance than boasting.Įven if you are just asking a question, you should be prepared to write at least two paragraphs. ![]() Once you get an ornament, its unlocked for all characters on your. Thorn Armor set Bungie Streetwear Ornament set Marathon Themed Ornament set Unique. THE PANAMA RAVINE Equip this weapon ornament to change the appearance of the Chaperone. Write a good description - You already have some idea what you did well, what you did poorly, and where you'd like to improve. Many players regard The Chaperone as the best shotgun in Destiny 2. We encourage gameplay + VOD reviews, but please follow these guidelines to get good feedback:Ĭhoose a good video - A complete match, unedited, against similarly skilled opponents, where you played well. Speculation threads about the future of Crucible are okay with cited sources concerning weapon, class and ability tuning and sunsetting. This sub is dedicated to the PvP experience as it is. R/Destiny2 or r/okbuddyguardian are more appropriate subreddits for your shitposting needs. If you're asking for help it's best that people know what platform you're on to give you the most accurate feedback. Violators can expect instant warnings, timed bans and permanent bans for repeat offenders.įlairs help you enjoy curated content that suits your specific preferences. We do not shame based on player skill, loadout or gameplay preference. Racism, Homophobia or Bigotry of any kind will not be tolerated. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() She was corrupted by the Diamonds at the end of the Gem War, but was later uncorrupted in "Change Your Mind" and is currently an employee at Funland. Crazy Lace Agate: A gentle, carefree Quartz fusion, who defected from Homeworld to join the Crystal Gems.She was later healed in "Change Your Mind". However, at the end of the Gem War, she was one of the many corrupted by the Diamonds. Snowflake Obsidian: One of the original Crystal Gems. She used to dig ice trenches for Homeworld's armies before defecting and joining the Crystal Gems.She was later healed in " Change Your Mind". Thousands of years later, in her corrupted state, she was forced to join Jasper's "army", but was poofed and bubbled shortly after. She fought for the Earth, before being corrupted by the Diamonds at the end of the Gem War. Biggs Jasper: A member of the Crystal Gems and one of Bismuth's closest friends.Lion: A magical lion that became Steven's pet in " Steven's Lion", but was revealed in " Lion 3: Straight to Video" to have a connection with Rose Quartz, which was explored more in-depth in " Rose's Scabbard".She also serves as a member of the Crystal Temps. In " Rocknaldo", Steven confirms her place as a member of the group. Connie Maheswaran: Steven's intelligent and ambitious human friend-turned-girlfriend. Connie took up swordsmanship in " Sworn to the Sword", to join and protect Steven and preserve his legacy.Lapis later fled Earth in " Raising the Barn" after hearing the word of Blue and Yellow Diamond coming to Earth, only to return and officially become a Crystal Gem in " Reunited". In " The New Crystal Gems", she is declared a member of the " Crystal Temps". Months later the Crystal Gems were reunited with her after Alexandrite split Malachite apart, becoming friends and roommates with Peridot at the Barn in " Barn Mates". Starting as an enemy of the Crystal Gems in " Ocean Gem", Lapis later became an ally by warning the group about Peridot and Jasper, then saving them by fusing with the latter into Malachite. Lapis Lazuli: A laid-back, somewhat deadpan, and easy-going terraforming Gem who presumably served under Blue Diamond, Lapis became Steven's friend in " Mirror Gem" despite having major trust issues and low self-esteem.As stated by herself, her power is equal to Garnet. She was previously bubbled in the Burning Room due to her battle with Steven over the same issue, but Steven later released her to make amends and invite her back onto the team in " Made of Honor". Rose showed her she could follow her own wants, but when that included shattering Gems, she and Rose got into a fight, and the latter poofed and bubbled her. Bismuth: The boisterous and friendly weaponsmith of the Crystal Gems from the Rebellion era more recently brought to light.Due to her natural-born skill in engineering and construction, she is considered to be a technician and engineer of the group like Pearl. She was once an enemy to the Crystal Gems, but was officially accepted into the group after disobeying Yellow Diamond in " Message Received". She is a natural-born technician and a certified Kindergartner. Peridot: The arrogant, curious, and stubborn one of the group.After growing up in the care of his father, he began living with the Crystal Gems as a member in his adolescence. He is the son of Rose Quartz, (the founder of the Crystal Gems) who gave up her physical form to give birth to him. Steven Universe: The optimistic and compassionate half-human of the group who has healing saliva, and can summon a pink shield and bubble.She and Rose were the first members of the group. Pearl: The intellectual and precise member of the group who wields a spear.Unlike the other Crystal Gems (besides Steven and Connie, who are also from Earth), Amethyst was made on Earth, in the Prime Kindergarten. ![]() Amethyst: The fun-loving and carefree member of the group who wields a one-to-three-tailed whip with morning stars on the end.Initially a member of Blue Diamond's court, she defected to protect Ruby and joined the Crystal Gems after deciding to stay permanently fused as Garnet. Any weapon aside from her future vision has not been seen. Sapphire: A calm, yet distant Gem, and the other half of Garnet.She joined the Crystal Gems after deciding to stay permanently fused as Garnet. Initially a low-level Homeworld Gem soldier, she was to be destroyed for accidentally fusing with Sapphire, but was saved by her and stranded on Earth. Ruby: A short-tempered Gem who makes up half of Garnet.She is the brawler of the group, using her gauntlets to inflict destructive attacks. She joined the Crystal Gems after deciding to stay a permanent fusion and meeting Rose Quartz. Garnet: The level-headed and pragmatic de facto leader of the group and a fusion Gem who wields a pair of gauntlets, later with spiked brass knuckles added. ![]() ![]() Plus, there are handles set on each side of the swing, making it easier to keep it right with you. Taking the seat down and using it as a rocker is an easy case. The square steel structure helps balance the unit up. The maximum weight of the swing reaches 30 pounds, while for the rocker, the weight capacity is a bit smaller, but still carries babies no more than 27 pounds. This unit features a rocker and swing, which doubles the fun when baby lying inside. 2 in 1 Baby Rocker – Graco Maxton Duet Swing For storage or take along use, you may fold it up.ĥ. The soft and breathable fabric takes care of baby’s tender skin. The five-point harness is always there to protect the baby’s safety. Three toys hang on the toy tray, with mobile rotating around. Side to side or front to back swing? You can choose by adjusting the seat directions. This unit inherits the habitual simple style of Fisher Price, making it adorable yet paramount, matching with different styles of home decor. Infant Swing Bouncer Combo – Fisher Price Woodsy Wonders SwingĮvery newborn baby deserves the best soothing and care, and let the swing gear be the one for your babies. There are 6 swing speeds available, and you can choose whichever baby loves the most.Ĥ. With detachable toy tray set on the seat, baby enjoys intimate touch with toys no matter for the swing or the rocker. Transferring from the swing to the rocker is simple, the swing seat edge serves as a handle for carrying around. Four legs with anti-skid rubbers improve stability, and 3 point harness safeguards baby in use. ![]() Fisher Price 2 in 1 Baby Swing and Rocker – Deluxe Soothe ‘n Play Gliderīeing a full size glider swing, this 2 in 1 unit is pretty compact in the base, which is why it is proper for the small apartment use. If you get tired of bouncing it manually, just put the seat on and gives babies relaxing time while swinging front to back automatically, you can also change it to side to side swing, by the way.ģ. Fabric covered seat belt with infant head support makes it suitable for newborn babies. The sturdy structure with compact shape saves much floor space, no matter for the swing or for the portable bouncer. With battery operated, vibration modes from fast to slow brings the sense of security to babies, as if they are lying in the arm of parents still. The handles on the swing seat ease the way of taking the seat down and using it as a bouncer. The neutral color suits both baby boy and baby girl. Graco never let parents down in the quality level and design, just as this type. Graco 2 in 1 Swing and Bouncer – Manor Duet Connect LX Swing The toys with mobile grasp babies’ attention and calm them down effectively.Ģ. With 5 point harness attached on the seat, the baby has a safe place to stay in when you need to do something of your own. All the seat pad is machine washable and breathable, making it super warm and cozy when lying inside. The vibration mode coaxes babies into sleep soundly and peacefully. With its large seat design, it owns a longer service life and can be used for heavy babies or big babies. The metal structure brings a stable and sturdy user experience. Overall Best 2 in 1 Baby Swing – Graco Duet Soothe Swing Rocker 2 in 1 Baby Swing with Bluetooth Control – Primo Smart Voyager Convertible Swingīest 2 in 1 Baby Swing Reviews 1. Joie Serina 2 in 1 Swing – Baby Petite Tress Swing Ingenuity 2 in 1 Swing – Rowan SmartSize 2 in 1 Soothing Swing Rocker Combo – Graco Winfield Duet Gliding Swing Bouncy Seat Swing Combo – Fisher Price Deluxe Cradle Swing ![]() Infant Swing Bouncer Combo – Fisher Price Woodsy Wonders Swing ![]() Fisher Price 2 in 1 Baby Swing and Rocker – Deluxe Soothe ‘n Play Glider ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The VC firm’s objective is to grow their portfolio companies to the point where they become attractive targets for acquisitions or IPOs. While the company may not yet be profitable, the outlook is promising. At this point, startup companies should be generating revenue and demonstrating robust growth. Series D, series E and series F rounds are late-stage VC funding. The funding amounts are greater than the seed round, as startup founders are ramping up their businesses. Typically designated as series A, series B and series C rounds, early stage capital helps startups get through their first stage of growth. This is the first round of VC funding, in which venture capitalists offer a small amount of capital to help a new company develop its business plan and create a minimum viable product (MVP). Some venture capital funds specialize in particular stages, while others may consider investing at any time. ![]() Stages of Venture Capital InvestingĪs portfolio companies grow and evolve, they pass through different stages in the VC process. Often, capital is provided in multiple rounds and the VC firm will take an active role in helping run the portfolio company. If the due diligence process is successful and the growth outlook for the business is promising, the VC firm will offer capital in exchange for an equity stake. Extensive due diligence is vital to making good investment decisions. Regardless of how far along the business is, a VC firm also takes a deep look at the principals-everything from their education and professional experience to relevant personal details. If the VC firm considers the business plan to be promising, it will conduct due diligence, which entails a deep dive into the business model, product, management, operating history and other areas pertinent to assessing the quality of the business and idea. Venture capitalists who profit by creating markets for the entrepreneurs, investors and bankers.Įntrepreneurs looking for capital submit business plans to VC firms in the hope of obtaining funding.Investment bankers who need companies to sell or take public.Investors who are willing to take on significant risk to pursue high returns.Entrepreneurs who start companies and need funding to realize their vision.There are four types of players in the venture capital industry: Venture capital firms provide funding for new companies in the early stages of development. They’ll do this in many ways, including taking active interests in marketing, distribution, sales and even more aspects of the company’s daily operations.Ī VC firm’s goal is to increase the value of the startup, then profitably exit the investment by either selling the fund’s stake or via an initial public offering ( IPO). ![]() Many of the larger VC firms will then take an active interest in ensuring that the companies they’ve invested in succeed and become profitable. In return for funding, a VC firm takes an ownership stake that’s typically less than 50% in the startup company. ![]() After performing due diligence, the firms will then loan money to the companies they choose. Startups often approach VC firms to secure the funding they need to launch or continue their operations. Pension funds, big financial institutions, high-net-worth investors ( HNWIs) and wealth managers typically invest in VC funds.Ī venture capital firm is a type of investment company that manages venture capital funds and makes the capital from those funds available to startups. Venture capital is an alternative investment that’s typically only available to institutional and accredited investors. Moreover, they can depend on the VC firm for assistance when they try to raise more money in the future. Portfolio companies get access to the VC fund’s network of partners and experts. Venture capital offers entrepreneurs other advantages. Startup founders have deep expertise in their chosen line of business, but they may lack the skills and knowledge required to cultivate a growing company, while VCs specialize in guiding new companies. VC investors typically participate in management, and help the young company’s executives make decisions to drive growth. Fledgling companies sell ownership stakes to venture capital funds in return for financing, technical support and managerial expertise. Venture capital (VC) is a form of private equity that funds startups and early-stage emerging companies with little to no operating history but significant potential for growth. It takes ample financing for a startup to get from vision to execution, and for many entrepreneurs venture capital provides critical financial support in the initial stages of growth. Every great company starts with a great idea, but even the best ideas don’t go far without money. ![]() ![]() ![]() The Escape reminds me of European styled cars like Porsche or Jaguar. Additionally, the truck like front end treatment on the Rav4 simply does not do it for me. The centre arm rest was found to be uncomfortably high in the Rav 4 and the interior and displays were sort of disappointing. If you test drive a hybrid Rav4 the first thing you may notice is that when you come to a stop it makes an annoying electric motor noise that actually startled my wife the first few times it made the noise while she drove. The ride and comfort of the Escape was notably better than the Rav4. The Rav4, Honda CRV, and Mitsubitsi were downright boring to look at in comparison. I am very impressed with all aspects of the 2020 Titanium. I had already driven most of the other hybrids that were available including the Rav4 which became my … second choice. I test drove the 2020 Escape Titanium hybrid and wrote up a full price offer the next day. I rated them as 'just ok' but have to say the 2010 was doing very well for a nine year old vehicle. In the past few years I had a 2010 Escape hybrid and a 2019 Escape (turbo) as work vehicles. I hope this review is helpful to someone looking for a really good driving experience. In My opinion Adaptive Cruse Control takes about 70% out of the pain of driving on a long trip especially on the Interstate. It is all the thoughtful little things that makes Escape add up to a really excellent driving experience SUV. Ford really paid close action to all the ergonomics. I give it a 9.5 out of 10 for meeting my expectations. Some people may find the engine to be a little loud, but it has a throaty sound move like a tough V6 and I love it. You won't notice it if you are a radio listener. The escape delivered on all items except it could be quieter when it comes to road noise. My criteria was Adaptive Cruse Control, quit ride, good acceleration, braking, styling, … power lift gate, heated seats, good handling and front power seat with presets. Ford has shown and eye for detail to the little things that add up to a great driving experience. I was about to buy a Honda CR-V and then drove the Escape. I have owned several new vehicles over the years. ![]() I purchased a Ford Escape Titanium Hybrid five months ago. Ford also offers an Escape with a plug-in version of the hybrid engine, the Escape PHEV. Turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (250 hp) with all-wheel driveĪll-wheel drive is otherwise optional on all other Escapes. ![]()
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