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Successfully Packing Luggage for a Trip

8/11/2017

For more than a decade, Jason Altzman has managed day-to-day operations at Aero Marketing Group (www.aeromkg.com) as a managing principal. A former member of the racing sponsorship industry, Jason Altzman leverages his experience to serve automotive and motorsport clients. In his free time, Mr. Altzman enjoys travel.

Successfully packing for a trip begins with planning. Instead of procrastinating until the night or morning before departure, travelers should spend a couple days going over everything they need.

This prevents adding items that will remain unused and waste space in luggage. Making a packing list may also be helpful so that essentials are not forgotten.

In addition to planning clothing items, travelers must plan the cost of their luggage. Trying to fit everything into a carry-on to avoid costly baggage fees can dramatically affect how many clothes and other items may be taken. Further, travelers should keep in mind that their airline’s baggage rules may be different depending on whether the flight is domestic or international.

Common Types of Bicycles

8/1/2017

A managing principal at Aero Marketing Group (www.aeromkg.com), Jason Altzman oversees all daily operations related to client relations, sales, and staff management. When he’s not busy serving clients in the automotive and motorsport industry, Jason Altzman enjoys staying active by cycling.

There are many types of bicycles available to consumers, but with the exception of BMX bikes, most riders choose either a cruiser, road, mountain, or hybrid bike.

Cruiser bicycles are extremely easy to use and are designed for comfort. Featuring a heavy frame and wide tires, these bikes were standard during the 1930s-50s and are popular among adult riders who only ride occasionally.

For more regular riders, a road bike may be preferable. While cruiser bikes can handle a variety of terrain, road bikes are designed specifically for pavement. Their lightweight frames and narrow tires make them perfect for riding through cities at fast speeds.

Mountain bikes are designed for off-road riding along trails and hills. To accommodate this rough terrain, mountain bikes are designed with heavy, durable frames. Due to their versatility, some cyclists use mountain bikes on the road, but the bikes are not very fast on pavement.

Hybrid bikes, which combine aspects of road and mountain bikes, are the most common type used today. Hybrid bikes are suitable for riding on several different types of terrain, including pavement and trails.

Proper Shifting Strategy Helps Cyclists

7/16/2017

As the managing principal of Aero Marketing Group in Phoenix, Arizona, Jason Altzman works to create customized marketing solutions for clients within the automotive and motorsports industries. Aside from his professional responsibilities, Jason Altzman enjoys cycling.

A key ingredient to road cycling success is knowing how to properly operate a bike’s gears. Most road bikes have two or three chain rings on the front tire and seven to 11 gears on the rear tire. If used appropriately, a cyclist will be able to maintain his or her speed, momentum, and efficiency.

Upshifting is used when the cyclist wants to accelerate, and involves moving the chain to a smaller cog on the rear wheel. When a cyclist wishes to reduce speed and effort, such as when he or she is approaching an incline, downshifting is necessary. Downshifting involves moving the chain to a larger cog. When a cyclist wishes to make large changes, he or she should utilize the front cogs with the left hand. Small changes require shifts to the rear cogs with the right hand.

Expert cyclists advise anticipating terrain changes and adjusting gears prior to climbs or descents so the cyclist doesn’t lost momentum. Experienced cyclists work to maintain a cadence, or constant pedaling speed, of about 80-100 rotations per minute. Shifting properly can help a cyclist achieve that goal and ultimately reduce the risk of muscle fatigue.

The Impact of Green Racing Protocols Extends Beyond Motorsports

5/11/2017

Jason Altzman, the managing principal of Aero Marketing Group in Phoenix, builds on his experience in strategic marketing to provide essential consulting services to the automotive and motorsports industries. At Aero Marketing Group, Jason Altzman manages the day-to-day operations of the company, in addition to coordinating sales and client relations, and providing oversight to creative teams. Prior to his time at AMG, Mr. Altzman helped develop “green” protocols for auto racing.

In an effort to change the current environmental standards surrounding the world of motorsports, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Department of Energy, and SAE International joined forces to create the J2880 Recommended Green Racing Protocols. Released in 2014, these provide important recommendations surrounding competition rules that lead to sustainable transportation, environmentally responsible technology, green guidelines for venues that host events, and initiatives designed to positively impact the automotive industry as a whole. The protocols address five key areas, including propulsion systems, fuel and energy carriers, energy recovery, improved efficiency, and emission reduction.

As the popularity of motorsports continues to rise, industry professionals recognize that technology that performs well and ultimately succeeds on the racetrack can eventually be incorporated into road vehicles for the general public. As green initiatives are accepted and made commonplace in the racing arena, cleaner, more fuel-efficient vehicles will become the norm in the commercial sector.

Arizona Snowbowl - One of the Southwest’s Top Snowboarding Locales

4/30/2017

Since 2004, Jason Altzman has served as the managing principal of the Phoenix, Arizona-based Aero Marketing Group. Outside of the office, Jason Altzman stays active by participating in sports such as cycling and snowboarding.

Despite its reputation for being hot and dry, Arizona is home to several areas that offer sledding, skiing, and snowboarding opportunities in the wintertime. Located approximately two hours north of Phoenix, the Arizona Snowbowl is one of the state’s premier skiing and snowboarding locations. At the Flagstaff-based resort, visitors can enjoy two lodges, great dining options, and some of the Southwest’s best snowboarding terrain.

Snowbowl features 277 skiable acres that range in elevation from 9,200 to 11,500 feet. The resort’s 40 runs, which receive an annual average snowfall of 260 inches, offer excellent terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all ability levels. Those new to the slopes can even learn to get a feel for the snow by taking private or group lessons from Snowbowl’s team of experienced instructors.

An Overview of the Three Major Types of Snowboards

4/11/2017

For more than a decade, Jason Altzman has served as managing principal with Aero Marketing Group in Phoenix, Arizona, a specialty events and promotional agency providing broader lifestyle experiences in conjunction with the automotive and motorsport arenas. Recreationally, Jason Altzman enjoys maintaining an active lifestyle through snowboarding.

One of the most difficult decisions that individuals face as they start snowboarding is the type of board to buy. Understanding the differences between the basic types of snowboards can help people identify the one that could suit their needs.

The most basic option is an all-mountain board, which is suitable for most terrains and conditions, from groomed runs to backcountry. Individuals can even take these boards to parks and pipes. These boards are a great choice for beginners.

People who know that they want to spend more time in parks and on pipes may want to consider a freestyle board, which is lighter, shorter, and more flexible. These boards do not have the best stability and can be difficult on hard snow, but they are good for boarders trying to push their limits.

Snowboarders planning to spend a lot of time in the backcountry should look into splitboards, which actually come apart into two skis for climbing on untracked slopes. Later, boarders reconnect the pieces to ride downhill. This board is most appropriate for the adventurous athlete.

Three Tips to Effortlessly Improve Your Cycling Speed

4/1/2017

As the managing principal of Phoenix, Arizona’s Aero Marketing Group, Jason Altzman oversees the company’s sales and client relations while also managing the creative staff and sales team. When he is not working, Jason Altzman enjoys cycling.

Many cyclists know that while speed is not everything, it certainly plays a major role in a rider’s performance and where they place in a race. These three tips will help you build up your speed without sacrificing any extra energy.

1. Elbow Position - Riding with your elbows out or even straight can increase the wind resistance you face when riding. One very simple way to improve your speed is to lower your body slightly by bending your elbows and tucking them in towards your body.

2. Attire - One of the many benefits to wearing actual cycling gear is their slim, tight fitting style. Your street clothes are fine for leisurely bike rides, but when it comes to speed, they can easily add extra drag, slowing you down and making it tougher to reach your ideal pace.

3. Tires - Check your tire pressure before each ride and, if needed, fill them to their proper pressure. With less of the tire’s surface touching the ground, you will experience less traction and therefore more speed. If doing so does not help, it may be time to consider a new set of tires, all together.

Snowboarding Boosts Endorphins and Provides Travel Opportunities

2/15/2017

A managing principal for Aero Marketing Group, Jason Altzman works with clients in the automotive industry to create launches and events that will market their products. The company’s mission is to create memories for their clients and customers, and they strive to provide quality engagement consumers will remember. When he is not busy in his career, Jason Altzman enjoys going snowboarding for fun and physical fitness.

Snowboarding is a unique winter sport that provides individuals with the chance to travel, and is a natural endorphin booster. Many people who want to ski during different parts of the year must travel in order to take advantage of mountainous areas. This allows the chance to visit new places. Vacationing also relieves stress and can put things into perspective, which is only made better by vacationing in order to take part in a favorite hobby.

The thrill of going down slopes is one of the reasons why people go snowboarding. Doing so gives them a boost of endorphins, which can increase happiness and well-being. It is also useful in pain reduction, since endorphins provide a natural high.

Snowboarding in Arizona

2/4/2017

While many people think of Arizona as a hot and arid place, it is actually a unique location where one can enjoy warm weather and by simply driving up to a much higher elevation, experience winter conditions and engage in activities such as snowboarding. While snowboarding conditions vary, it is generally possible to snowboard from December through March. One should check the snow conditions in a chosen area before actually heading out.

There are several areas in Arizona where it's possible to ski and snowboard. The southernmost is Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley in Tucson, with its eighteen ski trails and one ski lift. Sunrise Park, found in the White Mountains in eastern Arizona, features 8 ski lifts spanning three mountains. The largest ski area in the state, there are snowboarding trails, skiing trails, and hills for tubing.

Elk Ridge Ski Area in Williams is a family-oriented location with seven trails and two lifts. Arizona Snowbowl, with its five ski lifts and 32 runs, is easily the most popular skiing destination in the state and is located in Flagstaff. Several miles from Snowball is Flagstaff Nordic Center, which features 25 miles of cross-country skiing trails.

Cycling’s Health Benefits

1/25/2017

A former International Motorsport racer, Jason Altzman currently serves as managing principal of Aero Marketing Group (www.aeromkg.com), an automotive and motorsports promotional and specialty events company. Away from running the firm's daily operations, Jason Altzman takes time to enjoy cycling.

Cycling has a number of health benefits such as reducing stress, anxiety, and depression due to the physical exercise involved as well as the simple enjoyment of riding a bicycle. A excellent form of aerobic exercise, it causes the release of endorphins, the feel good hormone. Cycling also has much less impact on the knees, legs, feet, and ankles than running while still actively engaging the muscles, making cycling ideal for cross training as well as for recovering from some types of injuries.

A cycling regimen improves the heart, circulation, and lungs, lowering the chances of cardiovascular diseases such as heart attack, stroke, and high blood pressure, and it may lower the risk of bowel cancer as well as breast cancer. Cycling is also an effective way of reducing or controlling weight, provided it is done enough to burn sufficient calories.