Monthly Archives: April 2006

On Tuesday I have a grading or test for Haidong Gumdo. I have to perform Gyukgum 1 through 8 and Ssangsoo GumBup 1 through 11 In Taekwondo terms, Gyukgums are basically two step sparring, but with an imaginery partner. Ssangsoo … Continue reading →

This article is an update of http://www.stephenhucker.com/2006/04/09/sword-ownership-in-australia/ Summary To import and legally own a sword in Victoria Australia the cheapest and easiest way is: 1. Join the AUSTRALASIAN KNIFE COLLECTORS (AKC) 2. When importing the sword into Australia tell Customs … Continue reading →

Today we had our science day at school. The students made gliders and plastic water bottle rockets. All in all, it was quite fun. Click here to view video See all the pictures at http://flickr.com/photos/hucker/sets/72057594113417941/

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UPDATE: There appears to have been more sword releated violence in Victoria. I hope this does not lead to more laws restricting what I can do with swords when I get back home. I wonder if it effects my ka-gum. … Continue reading →

An era long lost. Myself in 1989 at University. At 179cm I was only 79 kg and very thin. Even through I was thin, the height / weight tables you saw in high school physical education textbooks said I was … Continue reading →

When I go back to Australia in September, I will miss all the apartment buildings and the wonderful snow in winter. Already it seems a distant memory and I haven’t even left yet. Still to be home again, to experience … Continue reading →

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Sperwerslog at http://www.sperwerslog.com/index.php/sperwerslog/snuffing_out_candles_w_a_sword/ is talking about snuffing out candles with a sword. This is very difficult and often results in flattened candles when your focus is off. After a few minutes it also kills your eyes. He also mentioned his … Continue reading →