Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Photo Op

Sandia Peak Tramway



Cibola National Forest, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is home to the Sandia Peak Tramway. At a stretch of 2.7 miles from base to peak, it makes this the longest aerial tramway in the world. The Sandia Peak stands at 10,378 feet above sea level, and on a clear day, the views from the top are a true
marvel. This one is a "must see" for any vistor.


Friday, August 13, 2010

Photo Op

Chevy Corvette



The Corvette was named by Myron Scott after the 17th century French Navy warships of the same name. These ships were fast, small, and very maneuverable. The French used them mostly to patrol and protect ports and coastal territories. Corvettes were also used by other European navies to support the bigger and slower frigates during close range sea battles. At about the same size as a sloop-of-war, and able to carry 4 to 8 small guns on it's deck, these fast Corvettes must have also been a favorite vessel of pirates, for quick in-and-out attacks, during the golden age of piracy.