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Former Cal quarterback Joe Ayoob sets paper airplane world distance record inside a hanger at McClellan Air Force base near Sacramento, CA

Funny how life can take many turns and twists. It seems very unlikely that Cal quarterback Joe Ayoob seen in this photo from October 15, 2005 in a college football game against Oregon State was thinking, “Today’s not going so great, but in 6 years, 4 months, and 11 days I will become the world record holder for paper airplane flight”. That is indeed what happened. On Sunday February 26th, 2012 Joe Ayoob threw a paper airplane that was designed by John Collins a world record distance of 226 feet and 10 inches inside a hanger at the McClellan Air Force Base just outside of Sacramento, CA. The 226 foot 11 inch throw which was one of ten official throws broke the old record of 207 feet 4 inches by 19 feet, 6 inches. When the throw is certified, Ayoobs’s toss will enter the Guinness book of World Records.

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That is random, but so cool! (I’m a paper plane expert-in-training)

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San Francisco Bay Area – Napa Valley – Monterey Wedding Venues Photos

You’ve just got engaged and now you are planning your wedding. Where to get married? Where to hold your reception. Check out these  WEDDING VENUS to view real wedding venue photos from around the San Francisco Bay Area and Napa Valley.

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Formula 1 1998 – Tower Wings Banned becuase they were too Ugly | 2012 – Are step noses are just as ugly – will they be banned after the season?

During the 1995 Formula 1 season tower wings ( mini wings – winglets ) were all the rage, but with two problems. The main problem was that they were just plain UGLY. The other problem being they might not be safe, and that was the reason given for banning their use by the FIA. Continue reading "Formula 1 1998 – Tower Wings Banned becuase they were too Ugly | 2012 – Are step noses are just as ugly – will they be banned after the season?"

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2012 NFC Championship Game Preview – New York Giants at San Francisco 49ers – Candlestick Park – Sunday January 22nd

They 49ers were 6-10 last season, headed nowhere, and had fired their head coach Mike Singletary. One of the biggest turnarounds in NFL history started in January of 2011 when the San Francisco 49ers hired Jim Harbaugh. The team completed a 13-3 regular season, and defeated the New Orleans Saints in the Divisional round of the playoffs. They will host the New York Giants on Sunday January 22nd at Candlestick park to determine the NFC representative in the 2012 Super Bowl played Lucas Oil stadium Indianapolis Indiana on February 5, 2012.

What no quarterback in the NFL wants to see – 49er Defensive Tackle Justin Smith leaping over offensive lineman.

#85 49er Tight end Vernon Davis looks to repeat his 2 touchdown 7 catches for 180 yards performance against the visiting New York Giants.

It’s not holding if they don’t call it. They didn’t.

Saints cornerback #33  Jabari Greer leap frogs over 49er Michael Crabtree.

Saints QB Drew Brees set an NFL regular season passing record in the 2011 regular season. The 49er defensive slowed him down enough to claim victory in the Divisional playoff game last Saturday.

He scores touchdowns and leaps over photographers with a single bound, it’s 49er tight end #85 Vernon Davis.

#19 Ted Ginn waiting for the Saints kickoff.

49er Linebacker #52 Patrick Willis tackles #10 Eli Manning for a loss during their regular season meeting at Candlestick park that the 49ers won 27-20.

Touchdown catch by #82 Mario Manningham with the Fox Television dual camera sideline cart in the background.

San Francisco 49er Offensive lineman #74 Joe Staley “blocks” New York Giant #72 Osi Umenyiora during their Sunday November 13th regular season game.

Alex Smith, meet Osi Umenyiora. The 49ers are hoping to hold the Giants pass rush at bay. In this photo #72 Osi Umenyiora tackles #11 Alex Smith just as he releases the football during their November 13th regular season meeting the 49ers won 27 to 20.

AFC – NFC Championship update: The New England Patriots beat the Baltimore Ravens 23-20 in the AFC Championship game. The New York Giants prevailed over the San Francisco 49ers 20 to 17 in overtime with a 31 yard field goal. The Patriots will face the Giants in Super Bowl XLVI on February 5th at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis Indiana.

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Martine CottonJanuary 24, 2012 - 4:19 am

Man-oh-man, American football is just so crazy! Great photos here, I can almost smell the sweat and hear the crunching of bones… lol.

Joni Schrantz | Denver Wedding PhotographerJanuary 25, 2012 - 10:47 am

Pretty jealous of you right about now! Awesome shots! Great coverage, these photos couldn’t of been easy to get!

Seattle wedding photographerJanuary 28, 2012 - 8:03 pm

That looks like it was a lot of fun to shoot! I’ve never had a chance to shoot any pro sports, just lots of high-school. I’d jump on the chance to shoot a pro football game. Excellent work, amazing job of catching those perfect shots.

Deidra Wilson - Las Vegas Wedding PhotographerFebruary 14, 2012 - 6:30 pm

How cool is it to see this side of that game! I especially enjoyed the uncalled penalties (“blocks”) you captured.

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