A friend and I lucked into a really cheap direct flight from MSP to Iceland in July ($472!).

anyone been there? Where should should we base our stay? Ideally we’d be a view days in the capital but I’m not sure what other town.

I would like to be opted into the Gaming and Hobbies forum. Could someone help me, or point me in the direction of how I can get access to that forum?

Thanks!

And you know who you are...

Coach Fred Hoiberg, for as much of a legend as he deservedly is, will NEVER coach at Iowa State again, and the sooner you dumba$$es can get that through your thick skulls the better.

Steve Prohm is our coach. He may not have played basketball at Iowa State or be the hometown hero, but he is our coach. And he is a very good coach. Is he perfect or beyond reproach or above criticism? Of course not.

But he is our coach, and if you cannot support him or the program as long as he coaches, and if you hate him so much that you never post on here after big victories like tonight or against Kansas but take the time to scream for his head after a loss like against KSU, guess what? You are NOT a Cyclone fan and whatever ISU apparel you might own needs to be donated to kids in Africa. Time to be a fan of Iowa State, not a fan of one man.

Rant over. Had to get it off my chest.

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Thought I'd share this here. I'm pretty optimistic about this young man's future. Bright kid. Great family. I think he'll be a good one, just needs to keep gaining confidence.

https://www.desmoinesregister.com/s...rial-combat-swords-settle-dispute/4456079002/

First paragraph really gets right to it:

A Kansas man has asked an Iowa court to grant his motion for trial by combat so he can meet his ex-wife and her attorney "on the field of battle where (he) will rend their souls from their corporal bodies."

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I initially assumed this guy (David Ostrom) had some mental health issues, but reading the full article, I'm pretty sure he's a genius.

@ChrisMWilliams I think we need to hear the story behind this.

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I’m seeing anywhere from 4 to 7. Thoughts? The conference seems to be down this year. Here is a example of the newest prediction

http://m.espn.com/ncb/bracketology?iteration=194&region=4&year=2020

2 new shirts for basketball and wrestling fans with a focus on Hilton Coliseum.

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I have been impressed with the zone scheme Prohm has put in. Almost has a 1-3-1 matchup zone? Not something I have seen a ton of before (If anyone knows what this is please feel free to educate me). We have struggled to let up 3 pointers in man-man all year, might as well give them that shot in the zone too. Has vastly improved the defense that Lewis and Zion have played which helps a ton on the offensive side of the ball!

Boy I love the way Lewis cuts to the hoop on Haliburton drives.

I need to replace my home printer but want one where ink refills won't cost more than the actual printer. I don't need a lot of features. I just need something basic. Any recommendations?

Surprise!

It's been too long since we played a rousing game of Cyclone Fanatic mafia. I'm up to mayor a game with The Mandalorian as the theme. I'll avoid major spoilers that haven't already flooded the internet by now (looking at you, Baby Yoda), so no need to worry there if you haven't watched it yet. This game won't go overboard with special roles, but I will throw in a few extras just to make things interesting and keep people attentive.

We'll plan on starting Monday 1/13 - feel free to sign up through the weekend.

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First and foremost, a few links:
Our official question submissions thread: https://cyclonefanatic.com/forum/th...n-weekly-mailbag-questions-submission.251174/

Link to last five mailbags (if bored and need some reading material):
https://cyclonefanatic.com/forum/th...information-weekly-mailbag-11-20-2019.252903/
https://cyclonefanatic.com/forum/threads/official-insider-information-weekly-mailbag-11-27-2019.253132/
https://cyclonefanatic.com/forum/th...information-weekly-mailbag-12-04-2019.253299/
https://cyclonefanatic.com/forum/th...information-weekly-mailbag-12-11-2019.253483/
https://cyclonefanatic.com/forum/th...information-weekly-mailbag-12-18-2019.253655/


Insider Information Weekly Mailbag 01-08-2020
With special guest Cy$
Presented by Geico: Save 15% on CyCash Insurance by switching to Geico


@VeloClone gets us started with a question regarding the use of the phrase “hot water heater”: If the water is already hot, why does it need to be heated?
Cy$: There’s a rumor that the University of Iowa named it the hot water heater. This question might be better for someone on HawkeyeNation.
Pants: Because it’s a heater that makes water hot. Come on guys, your command of the english language is embarrassing.
GTO: I guess because it makes more sense than “cold water heater”?

@SCyclone having separation anxiety from our announcement of being off for two weeks: And just what in the hell are we supposed to do in the meantime if we have questions? Come on, man, you can't just leave us in the lurch!
Pants: GTO, can you insert the gif of the Texas Tech dude aggressively ringing the bell?
GTO: Spend time with family and friends, watch some bowl games, go to a New Year’s Eve party?
Cy$: As this is a PG-13 website due to BDK, I can’t give you a lot of suggestions of things to do with your time off. As an Iowa State fan, I suggest watching this game again. Login to view embedded media GTO: Which one?




@Doc laying the smack down on Cy$ for saying he would answer questions during our absence: Why are you answering questions over the holidays? Does your family hate you? Loser.
GTO: Oh, snap! (do people still say “oh, snap!”?)
Cy$: What a loaded question. As you might be aware of, I need a distraction from the rejection of a certain lady. This mailbag is my girlfriend for the time being. My family has always hated me so nothing new there. “Loser” is the nicest thing Doc’s said to me besides that I don’t have man boobs.
Pants: Wait, doesn’t everyone hate Cy$? I thought that was his schtick?
Cy$: I even got it copyrighted.

@Doc asks: @Cy$ let's say you're in a communal jail cell (drunk tank, whatever) that has the single toilet in the corner? What is the proper etiquette for when somebody takes a ****?
Cy$: As we are in a jail cell, the people in your jail cell could use some lessons in class. You have to lead by example and show dominance. I’d ask my cellmates “Gentlemen, I shall warn you of the deuce I need to deliver. May I use the shitter?” The cellmates will be caught off guard by the class displayed and will certainly let you go do your business without getting upset or causing trouble. Your cellmates will have no choice but to ask you in a similar fashion when they need to use the shitter next time.
Pants: Just take a dump, and if anyone makes eye contact, take a dump on whatever they’re sleeping on later that night. It’s dog eat dog in the clink.
GTO: remove your coat (or shirt, if you have no coat) and place over your lap when taking that dump. That would be my move.

@BCClone was feeling all seasonal: What are the top 3-4 Christmas cookies and/or desserts?
Pants: Gingersnaps, Snickerdoodles, sugar cookies with decoration, poinsettia.
GTO: Danish butter cookies, pecan wedding cookies, and ginger snaps. Not sure if all of those are Christmas cookies, but they feel like it.
Cy$: What is the definition of a christmas cookie/dessert? Isn’t it just a cookie/dessert with christmas decorations on them? I prefer sugar, gingerbread, and snickerdoodles but it’s not a law that I can’t eat them 24/7. Though if I did Doc would make fun of my man boobs.

@Cyched with one of his usual mindf*cks: How much deeper would the oceans be if sponges didn't live in them?
GTO: I’m going to base my answer on some scientific research I learned from an episode of Spongebob Squarepants. There were several episodes where Spongebob got out of the water (including a whole movie) which resulted in no discernible change in ocean levels. At least none that my keen eyes could notice. So the answer is: no change.
Cy$: As GTO said, Spongebob is my source for this topic. There wouldn’t be any change unless Spongebob was cancelled. If Spongebob was cancelled then people would remove sponges in real life as a protest to Nickelodeon cancelling the beloved TV series. This is the reason Spongebob is still going after all this time.
Pants: About a sixteenth of an inch. You should know all about that measurement.

Exactly ten years ago today, Iowa State hired Paul Rhoads as the Football Coach replacing Gene Chizik. Just for nostalgia, let's revisit his staff and where they are now

Bill Bleil: AHC / TE

2016: OC – Rhode Island; 2017: AHC/OL – Missouri Southern; Since February 2018: AHC/OL – Lamar Cardinals

Markus Alleyne: Asst Director of Football Ops
Left briefly in 2013 to for for the Fiesta Bowl, returned in the same year for Assistant Athletics Directors of Football Ops. Since 2017: Director of Player Development – Arizona State

Shane Burnham: Inside LBs/ST Coordinators
2016-17: DL Rutgers ; 2018: DL – UCF

Wally Burnham: DC/Outside LBs
Briefly retired after Rhoads was fired but immediately returned to coaching: 2016-17: Defensive Analyst - Arkansas

Nick Caley: GA/Defense
Left for Eastern Illinois (2012) as Secondary Coach; 2013: GA – Arkansas; 2014: Secondary – Florida Atlantic; 2015-16: Offensive Assistant – New England Patriots; Since 2017: TE – New England Patriots

Gerrit Chernoff: Director of Scouting
2016: Director of Player Personnel – Western Michigan; since 2017: GM Minnesota

Tom Herman: Passing Game Coordinator
We know his story…..

Thomas Howe: GA/Offense
One of the GA during Chizik’s era: 2010: DL/LB Minnesota Duluth; 2011: DL Missouri Southern; 2012-13: LB/Special teams coord Central Oklahoma; since 2014: DE/DL/Co-Special Teams Coord Stephen F. Austin

Ryan McKim: Asst. Recruiting Coordinator
2013-15 ST QC – Oklahoma Sooners; 2015-17: Environmental & Spatial Technology Teacher, Head Girls Varsity Basketball Coach, Co-head Football Coach, assistant golf coach – Creston HS, IA; 2018: Offensive line, run game coordinator: Lewis Central HS, Omaha

Yancy McKnight: Director of S&C
Joined Tom Herman in Houston in 2015 and followed him to Texas since 2017

Clayton Oyster: Assistant of S&C Coach
Not retained by CMC – Aug 16-Dec 16: Physical Conditioning Coach, IMG Academy (FL); Since Jan 17: Asst S&C: Texas

Kenith Pope: RB
2014: OLB - Incarnate Word; since 2015: RB Houston

Luke Wells: WR
Left in 2013 to join his brother, Matt at Utah State as Co-OC/TE/Recruting Coord. 2016: Co OC/Recruiting Coord/QB and recently followed Matt to Texas Tech

Chris Ash: Secondary/Recruiting Coordinator
We also know his story

Ben Barkema: GA/QC (Defense)
2012: DL Upper Iowa; 2013-14: TE Missouri State; 2015-16: OL Northern Iowa; 2017: DC/LB West Hills College Coalinga; 2018: Assistant Coach - Deer Park

Curtis Bray: DL
Sadly passed away in January 2014.

James Harris: GA S&C
Unknown

Courtney Messingham: TE
Elevated to OC when Tom Herrmann left in 2013 and fired one season later; 2014-15: Offensive/ST Quality Control Coach – Indiana: 2016: OC/QB – Montana State; Since Feb 2017: OC/RB – North Dakota State

Brian Schwartze: Director of Operations
Left the program in October 2013, taking a non-football job (currently Chief Talent Officer/VP Sales & Marketing at Kinzler Construction Services)

No thread yet? Earl has some big numbers in "his" projections...others show significant snow accumulations. Are we close enough to the event to trust the projections yet?

Gonna ignore that horrible game from last weekend.

Few games on tonight to get the fix. UCLA/Cinci now and Chipper Dan's Gophers in two hours.

vs



IOWA STATE (7-7, 0-2 BIG 12)
VS. OKLAHOMA (11-3, 2-0 BIG 12)
SATURDAY, JAN. 11 | 7 P.M. CST
AMES, IOWA | HILTON COLISEUM (14,384)



Radio: Cyclone Radio Network
Talent: John Walters (pxp); Eric Heft (analyst)
TV: ESPN2
Talent: Mark Neely (pxp); Robbie Hummel (analyst)

Opened as a 2 point favorite tomorrow.

CF consensus record: 1-1

We have been renting our house for the last 18 months and just moved back. I found an Abbot MitraClip NT vascular clip device in my garage that one of our tenants had left behind. Anyone know anything about these?

Found an expired device for sale for $2500 so I am thinking about throwing it craigslist if it's not illegal.

Titans looked legit the last few weeks. Wouldn't be surprised to see them pull this out. Henry is a beast and some of those holes were Mack Truck sized last night. Defense was stingey too. Right now I still think the 9ers are the best team but the Titans look they have what they need.