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A couple of emails reminded me this week to say thanks to all the staff and members of those groups who support and recommend me and the Individual customers who are basically my advertising efforts. I am fortunate to call many of them my friends. I usually abide by most forums regulations which in a sense don't want you to use their space for your advertising.
I respect that. No bribes, no phony "pay for view" endorsements and no shills needed or subsidized. I will however contribute ideas and suggestions as a manner of interest in the photographic industry. As one of the older shooters around, and Dean Emeritus of the "No Smoke No Bullshit Academy" I still maintain my right to contribute as an individual once in a while.
Because of this policy of no free advertising, I do some unique things as a manufacturer to attract customers who want to save money, make their lives easier and like things simple. Most repairs to my products are free as long as I am alive, no charge for checkups and no $100 fees for new batteries and boards like "the other guy charges". That's one advantage of dealing direct. Questions suggestions and problems are handled swiftly and expeditiously.
All I ever ask is enclose ten dollars US for the return postage and whatever the cost of the parts are. We do not profit if you had a mishap.
So on to the names and winners of my favorite groups, those blogs and forums which do a good job. ....and look for my products being given away as prizes for work done in the public interest in lieu of payment for free advertising. More as we develop the program. I thank you for your patronage and support, we won't disappoint you.
If I missed a group, please let me know. I also included ADORAMA, B&H, and CALUMET (the ABC's of the Industry) and when in NYC be sure two visit B&H and Adorama. It's a treat. Their source ability in stocking almost everything is unbelievable. That is everyone in the industry except me. I'm still that independent and I would have to double my prices.
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* NIKON - The starting point for Nikon www.nikonusa.com
* Nikon D1 Users group _ The group that defines the first real workhorse. www.nikond1.net/
* THE STROBISTS - The answers to the strobe stimulus package. www.strobist.blogspot.com
* Kinesis Belt Gear - The stuff your waist really needs besides a workout. www.kinesisgear.com
* NIKON CAFE - Super people, super commentary fewer nuts. www.nikoncafe.com
* Canon USA - The real Canon product page. www.canon.com
* Chang's SUSHI BAR and PET CEMETERY.
www.bigyuck.com
* PHOTO.NET - One of the better groups around. www.photo.net
* Gitzo Tripods - Winning a good lawsuit, the place to spend it! www.gitzo.com
* NIKON NET - Nikons answer to nikon questions. www.nikonnet.com/
* FUJI USA - Fujis attempt at product specifications. www.fujifilm.com
* NIKON PRO - Where the techies hang out - www.nikonpro.com/
* Tamrac USA - It's all in the bag man! www.tamrac.com/
* NIKON DIGITAL - Another Nikonbased website with answers. www.nikondigital.org/index.htm
* White Lighting - Paul Buff - Good solid gear for the hard worker. www.white-lightning.com/
* Sports-shooters - The guys and gals who cover the guys and gals. www.sportsshooter.com
* Linhof, Giotto, Braun, Novoflex - Class gear for classs credit cards. www.hpmarketingcorp.com/
* Steve's Digicams - One of the best in the blogosphere. www.steves-digicams.com/
* Epson printers and papers - Just call it Epson land. www.epson.com
* Mark Goldstein's Blog - A blog with a Euro twist. www.photographyblog.com
* KODAK PRO - Never count kodak out, event printers. www.kodak.com
* Thom Hogan's - Technical, Nikon loving outdoor writer and shooter. www.bythom.com/
* Belt Clips and Phone Gear - Forget knockoff garbage, these are real. www.theclip.com
* DPreview - Great Spot, tons of info, sometimes the kids get out of hand. www.dpreview.com/
* Underdog - Popular years ago, (went to the dogs) http://www.underdog-battery.com/
* Rangefinder Magazine - Best free magazine on the market. www.rangefindermag.com
* Digital Camera Battery - The fastest pack - (site unseen) www.digitalcamerabattery.com/
* Imaging Resource - Articles and slants toward themselves. www.imagingresource.com/
* Quantum Instruments - Packs for the affluent, the rich, and richer. www.qtm.com
* The Digital Journalist - Good Info and product tests. www.digitaljournalist.org
* Norman Products - High end dated pro gear. http://www.norman.com
* Rob Galbrieth - Skilled shooter and blogger, website has changed. www.robgalbraith.com
* Lumedyne - High end flash gear gear in a tough market. http://www.lumedyne.com
* Bjorn Roslett - Lens's - Nature. The LENS GUY. www.naturfotograf.com
* Paramount Cords and Cables - Pricey but best on the market - www.paramountcords.com/
* The Wedding Forum - One of the best for the wedding shooters. www.digitalweddingforum.com
* Computer Darkroom _ Answers to work-flo problems www.computer-darkroom.com/
* Bogen -Manfrotto - One of the best tripod makers period. www.bogenimaging.us/product/
* B&H NYC, NY -The best, not the cheapest but the best. www.bhphotovideo.com
* Lowe Pro Bags and Backpacks - One of my favorite product makers. www.lowepro.com.
* ADORAMA - Same quality price and dependability as B&H. www.adorama.com/
* Nikon Links - Comprehensive study of all Nikon links. www.nikonlinks.com
* Boca Photo - Nikon Accessories up the yingyang. Reliable www.photolinks.com/