As someone who works for firestone/Bridgestone it’s insane how much the company prides itself on being the best it can be. And yes, a huge part of what we pride ourselves on is honesty. I truly believe in the company. It’s terrific. And if you get a chance to work for Bridgestone/Firestone. Take it. It’s worth it
@@user-no1yt9hk1d when I did work there I have since moved on I worked with tire degradation research and transitioned to installing them through on of their subsidiaries
I actually work for Bridgestone, Firestone as a tech and I love the bridge stone tires I use blizac LM32 in the winter and potenza AS 980 in the summer
As an employee of Bridgestone I can agree to most of this, the only thing I can add is that Firestone wasn’t the only company that merged with Bridgestone. There was Hibdon Tires and Hibdon Tires Plus and some others. Other than that, Firehawks are what I run on my street car and Destination Mts on my super duty. Great video good information. 👍🤟
Subscribed Fitment Industries did an amazing job describing the tough history and the values of the leading tyre-manufacturer, that I am blessed to Co-op with currently. Mr. Shojiro Ishibashi not only created a strong value of family and hardwork, but also instilled a foundation that was based on Seijitsu-Kyocho, Shinshu-Dokuso, Genbutdu-Genba and Jukuryo-Danko. Nowadays, Bridgestone continues to strive for superior quality, while considering the safety of its employees, and it's environment (Check out their recent donation to the Nature Conservancy of Tennessee). Beyond proud to co-op as a Mech. E in one of their Passenger Vehicle/Light Truck plants in America!
I worked at Firestone/Bridgestone for a while. Even before that, my dad used Bridgestone tires on many of his cars. 6:55 My mom had a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee and while I was at work, I installed Bridgestone Dueler HL Alenza tires. 2 were made in the USA, one was made in Mexico, and one was made in Canada. One thing I find is that Bridgestone specializes in making good replacement tires and some really crappy tires sold just to OEMs. I would like to have a video about Pirelli. Occasionally there were Pirelli truck tires at the Firestone places where I worked. The quality was excellent, and the price was lower than anyone would expect for such a great tire. I think if Pirelli didn't spend so much money on advertising premium tires for fast cars, they would be far more profitable. The tires they sell for ordinary trucks are a great value and everybody should know about it.
Subscribed Solid history. I have barely used Bridgestone until the Potenza RE71R I am on my second set and they are one of the best for autox and lapping days. At least 80% of local cars at my autox are on RE71R.
Cool channel man. You have another subscriber. I've been working at Bridgestone now for about 9 months, and I love it. Great culture, and people there.
I've subscribed, and the potenza line of tires is amazing. The Bridgestone Potenza RE003 tires are what I use on everything. Street, track, drifting, they're an incredible brand that's supports their users and buying a lot of tyres from your local shop can even get you discounts (hint hint)
I was in highschool and had been saving up 5 Rand coins to buy something for my dad's car which I would also drive at times. It just so happened that it needed a new set of tyres at the time and i had enough coins saved up and ended buying them. Bridgestone tyres were the first set of tyres I ever bought. Potenza Adrenalin RE002's 195/50/15. Changed the drivability of the car completely and I only had good things to say about it since then
The name Bridgestone comes from the founders name. Ishibashi translates as “stone bridge” but that was turned round to Bridgestone as it sounded more western....possibly influenced by the well known US brand Firestone (which Bridgestone ended up buying in the ‘80s).
I would say personally Bridgestone and Michelin are fairly equal as road noise they are both fantastic! I however would choose Bridgestone! Check those out here! --> www.fitmentindustries.com/store/tires?&brand=Bridgestone
Subscribed and thanks for this brief history on Bridgestone I live in toronto and a car tire dealer suggested me to go for BS - blizzak WS80 for my 2013 accord. I didn’t know much about tyres but hands down, till now they have been really good. Your appreciation for ws80 gives me even more confidence.
For those of you who like Japanese like this quadrilingual nerd here, this, interestingly, is the breakdown of Shojiro Ishibashi's (*石橋*正二郎) family name: 「石橋」(ishibashi) is a combination of the characters for "stone" (石 "ishi") and "bridge" (橋 "bashi"). Hence, Stone Bridge, or Bridgestone, what we have today!
last time i use bridgestone is potenza G3 times and they were not comfy for daily drive. went to GT radial for a few years until i sold my car, they're comfy and just good. then i got accelera tires when i bought another car, it was total crap. went back to potenza re003 last week and damn.. this one feels awesome. it has a lot of grip, a bit firm, but still comfy. the only reason i choose re003 is just because i can't find michelin PS4. but hey, no regret at all!
2 thumbs up from a safisfied Bridgestone consumer for over 40 years now 🤲 🥰... Started with the Dolly Bird and have used various since then till now including Potenza, Turanza, Ecopia & Dueler ranges 👍 👍 👏
I currently have a 2023 GMC Yukon XL with Bridgestone Alenza AS 2, got 80,000 miles on them, they aren’t even worn all the way down I am changing them because I got edge wear due to mountain roads I have been taking.
3:04 there’s something written on the wall behind about Tengku Abdul Rahman, the first prime minister of Malaysia, after our independence in 1957! This is super cool to a Malaysian and would be cool to know what was really happening in this image. Some sort of press conference in Japan where Tengku was a guest, perhaps?
Been using bridgestone tyres for many years on the cars and trucks. With such variable experience that we don't buy them anymore. Still some new trucks come with them from the factory tho. Would use Michelin more, but we don't get as good price on them anymore. Went all hankook and they hold up good for the money.
I just got rid of my factory ecopia's with 1200 miles on them (new car) for s set of continental dsw plus.... very happy now...the bridgestone's made every little road imperfection sound like a thunderclap in the cabin and were terrible in snow.... I think it's the free rolling mpg rubber in cold weather..... very unhappy with the ecopia's....my experience and opinion...
I worked for Bridgestone/Firestone for almost 30 years , they made some great stuff and some real crap, I wont mention the BT70s tires, I still run Firestone tires on all my cars and rec them daily
drfalcon4102 I work for the re-treading side of Bridgestone at one of the few Bandag plants they bought out in the U.S. pretty cool to see some history of the company!
The Bridgestones that came with my mom's 1999 Honda CRV had to be some of the most pathetic tires ever. All the grip and noise of extreme performance tires without any of the grip. The least expensive Kelly-Springfield tire was used as a replacement and even that was better.
My dad lives in Japan and he works all day until 11 pm. The culture there is insane. A 9 to 5 is considered a part time. I live in the US and im probably staying here because I do not agree with many of the traditions there and I just prefer it over here. Also my family in Japan is quite small compared to my American side.
I can imagine how stressed those people who work so many hours per day may be. I live in South Africa. Nothing to write home about. Japan has such discipline and order. The people are passionate about what they do and always give their best. I like those qualities and personally think I have them too which is why I wish I lived there instead of here... Whilst I feel sorry for those who are highly stressed because of working culture in Japan I benefit greatly from the fruits of their labour such as the well made cars, guitars and games, to name a few. I really appreciate JDM engineering and am a huge fan of it! I own a Toyota Corolla and Honda S2000 and those are great examples of high Japanese work ethic, especially my S2K :D Then there's my made in Japan instruments - Ibanez and Charvel. I can feel the dedication and love with which the craftsmen crafted them in every detail. Sugoi subarashi!
I love Bridgestone on my Honda Accord and civics good wear and handeling, my next set will be on my 2010 fit sport, if they have the correct size, yes just every days cars that fits the every day driver that can not afford the 90 to 100 thousand dollar cars!
You already know I’m subscribed! I’ve been looking at the Bridgestone Potenza s-04 pole position as my next tire. I didn’t actually know they were Japanese either 😅
I'm a subscriber. Currently using Firestone Fireforce FF70 Sport tires and they do surprise me non-stop. Definitely hooked on the Bridgestone/Firestone brand since the early 90's. #BridgestoneForLife
I'm pretty sure if I remember right when working at Firestone. Bridgestone was call Stonebridge didn't want problem with Firestone in early days. But I might be wrong. Wisconsin yes winter tire are the best in winter.
I had one encounter with Nexen tires, and it was bad news. I dealt with this BMW that was constantly having ride issues. We would balance the tires, drive a while, and the tires would get unbalanced again. I asked the older guys I worked with how to explain that when you buy discount tires, you often don't get good tires.
I miss the ws15 og blizzaks they were the goat had them on my Civic and it was unstoppable in the snow lol. Got a mk7 golf now with 16" ws80 tires and they just aren't the same lol but still blizzaks or nothing
Have you guys heard of Bridgestone wheels I have some I want to know the history of them but can't find much information about them. bridgestone ws028 is the name to look them up thanks
I have Bridgestone Potenza RE 760 sport on my car 2014 bought new with 40,000 miles on it my already treadwear is 5/32 at present , they don’t manufacture anymore. Feel safe and comfortable. Pity its not available anymore.
As someone who works for firestone/Bridgestone it’s insane how much the company prides itself on being the best it can be. And yes, a huge part of what we pride ourselves on is honesty. I truly believe in the company. It’s terrific. And if you get a chance to work for Bridgestone/Firestone. Take it. It’s worth it
I have some Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack tires on my Jetta. Fantastic set of tires. I actually chose these over a set of contis.
Wow, that's cool. Which department? Ur lucky
I work for Bridgestone and it’s cool how much weve grown and keep developing new tires and ways to be more efficient and reliable
Wow, that's cool. Which department?
@@user-no1yt9hk1d when I did work there I have since moved on I worked with tire degradation research and transitioned to installing them through on of their subsidiaries
I actually work for Bridgestone, Firestone as a tech and I love the bridge stone tires I use blizac LM32 in the winter and potenza AS 980 in the summer
As an employee of Bridgestone I can agree to most of this, the only thing I can add is that Firestone wasn’t the only company that merged with Bridgestone. There was Hibdon Tires and Hibdon Tires Plus and some others. Other than that, Firehawks are what I run on my street car and Destination Mts on my super duty. Great video good information. 👍🤟
Zane Crittenden and Firestone merged Dyton before Firestone merged with Bridgestone
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Fitment Industries did an amazing job describing the tough history and the values of the leading tyre-manufacturer, that I am blessed to Co-op with currently. Mr. Shojiro Ishibashi not only created a strong value of family and hardwork, but also instilled a foundation that was based on Seijitsu-Kyocho, Shinshu-Dokuso, Genbutdu-Genba and Jukuryo-Danko. Nowadays, Bridgestone continues to strive for superior quality, while considering the safety of its employees, and it's environment (Check out their recent donation to the Nature Conservancy of Tennessee). Beyond proud to co-op as a Mech. E in one of their Passenger Vehicle/Light Truck plants in America!
I worked at Firestone/Bridgestone for a while. Even before that, my dad used Bridgestone tires on many of his cars.
6:55 My mom had a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee and while I was at work, I installed Bridgestone Dueler HL Alenza tires. 2 were made in the USA, one was made in Mexico, and one was made in Canada.
One thing I find is that Bridgestone specializes in making good replacement tires and some really crappy tires sold just to OEMs.
I would like to have a video about Pirelli. Occasionally there were Pirelli truck tires at the Firestone places where I worked. The quality was excellent, and the price was lower than anyone would expect for such a great tire. I think if Pirelli didn't spend so much money on advertising premium tires for fast cars, they would be far more profitable. The tires they sell for ordinary trucks are a great value and everybody should know about it.
Pirelli certainly has a special place on our list for future videos! We can't just ignore them 😂 Stay tuned though its on the way!
@@FitmentIndustries Thanks a bunch!
I didn't even know Bridgestone was Japanese. Damn.
Man from Nantucket me neither I thought they were part of Firestone or something. Wow I’m an idiot I just finished the video
if you look up at camera digital brand, ur mind will blow
Me neither
@@yogadgsix I don't even own a camera but as soon as I read your comment one appeared before my eyes
MIND BLOWN
That's NOT the question--sure, they are Japanese--but are they MADE in China? THAT is the question.
I never knew that bridgestone was japanese. Pretty informative video. Keep up the awesome vids!
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Solid history. I have barely used Bridgestone until the Potenza RE71R I am on my second set and they are one of the best for autox and lapping days. At least 80% of local cars at my autox are on RE71R.
Cool channel man. You have another subscriber. I've been working at Bridgestone now for about 9 months, and I love it. Great culture, and people there.
Wow, that's cool. Which department?
@@user-no1yt9hk1d I worked in the warehouse receiving and outbound of tires
Totally Diggin' your "The Truth About" series. Keep it up!!!
Thanks homie!
Subscribed! I also work at Firestone and this episode was spot on accurate. Don’t know how you guys get such exact info but keep it up! 👏🏼
Been subscribed since around 10,000. I've loved seeing you guys grow since you definitely deserve it
I just got a set of RE-71Rs and it's like I got an entirely new car. Cannot begin to tell how fantastic those tires are. ❤
I've subscribed, and the potenza line of tires is amazing. The Bridgestone Potenza RE003 tires are what I use on everything. Street, track, drifting, they're an incredible brand that's supports their users and buying a lot of tyres from your local shop can even get you discounts (hint hint)
Myth has it.. if you are early to videos 2 days in a row they will like your comment
I was in highschool and had been saving up 5 Rand coins to buy something for my dad's car which I would also drive at times. It just so happened that it needed a new set of tyres at the time and i had enough coins saved up and ended buying them. Bridgestone tyres were the first set of tyres I ever bought. Potenza Adrenalin RE002's 195/50/15. Changed the drivability of the car completely and I only had good things to say about it since then
I use Bridgestone tires on my motorcycle and I am very satisfied!
I use bridgestones on my grandmother's electric scooter
The name Bridgestone comes from the founders name. Ishibashi translates as “stone bridge” but that was turned round to Bridgestone as it sounded more western....possibly influenced by the well known US brand Firestone (which Bridgestone ended up buying in the ‘80s).
I am using Bridgestone they are very good tire even after 1 year . Thanks i knew japan quality still better.
Been Subscribed for a while, keep it up !
I've been subscribed and enjoy all your videos. Congrats on 55K, keep doing what you're doing and there is no way you won't grow!
I subscribed. hope you guys keep doing these videos. They are super educational.
Hi there so if I need just summer tires and the most quiet ones ,which ones are the best ?? Bridgestone , Michelin or what ? Thanks
I would say personally Bridgestone and Michelin are fairly equal as road noise they are both fantastic! I however would choose Bridgestone! Check those out here! --> www.fitmentindustries.com/store/tires?&brand=Bridgestone
Awesome, I've been waiting for this one!
Subscribed and thanks for this brief history on Bridgestone
I live in toronto and a car tire dealer suggested me to go for BS - blizzak WS80 for my 2013 accord. I didn’t know much about tyres but hands down, till now they have been really good. Your appreciation for ws80 gives me even more confidence.
For those of you who like Japanese like this quadrilingual nerd here, this, interestingly, is the breakdown of Shojiro Ishibashi's (*石橋*正二郎) family name:
「石橋」(ishibashi) is a combination of the characters for "stone" (石 "ishi") and "bridge" (橋 "bashi"). Hence, Stone Bridge, or Bridgestone, what we have today!
Oh, and I subscribed loong ago ✌️
Interesting man thanks for the info! Glad to have you apart of the fam! 🙏🏼
@@FitmentIndustries Great video. ;)
Subscribed since the channel was at 39k subs and I'm loving the vids so far
last time i use bridgestone is potenza G3 times and they were not comfy for daily drive. went to GT radial for a few years until i sold my car, they're comfy and just good. then i got accelera tires when i bought another car, it was total crap. went back to potenza re003 last week and damn.. this one feels awesome. it has a lot of grip, a bit firm, but still comfy. the only reason i choose re003 is just because i can't find michelin PS4. but hey, no regret at all!
2 thumbs up from a safisfied Bridgestone consumer for over 40 years now 🤲 🥰... Started with the Dolly Bird and have used various since then till now including Potenza, Turanza, Ecopia & Dueler ranges 👍 👍 👏
Gotta love your re-71r's. -Bridgestone Employee
I've been subscribed for a couple weeks now. Keep up the awesome content!
First time viewer and just subscribed!!!
Love my Bridgestones/Firestones Tires...Quality/Technology/Value all in one.
Are ISC coil overs good?
can anyone tell me what the wheel is on the lower right corner?
I believe you are looking at the ESR SR09 bit.ly/2OS7B2q 🤟
oooooh why thank you! :)
i have Potenza Sports on a bagged daily and its lovely!
Daddy Alex back with another fire video. Kreygasm
I SUBSCRIBED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! One of my favorite channels to watch, keep up the good work.
I have waited so long for this.
I subscribed many moons ago. love your work guys keep it up.
Anyone know what watch Alex is wearing?
I currently have a 2023 GMC Yukon XL with Bridgestone Alenza AS 2, got 80,000 miles on them, they aren’t even worn all the way down I am changing them because I got edge wear due to mountain roads I have been taking.
Very well made video, i subscribed to this channel.
Thanks, homie! Stay tuned we have more badass content coming!
3:04 there’s something written on the wall behind about Tengku Abdul Rahman, the first prime minister of Malaysia, after our independence in 1957! This is super cool to a Malaysian and would be cool to know what was really happening in this image. Some sort of press conference in Japan where Tengku was a guest, perhaps?
One of your first subcribers.. Subscribed
Currently running Potenza RE970s and WS80 Blizzaks on my 2010 Passat wagon.
Of course I’m subscribed, and Blizzaks for life.
Do companies like varis or top secret
We can check it out!
Fitment Industries no, I said do it. Now. Thx
hey been subed for a while love yours guys content
Been subcribed. Running RE-71R on the autocross car. Like them allot.
Been using bridgestone tyres for many years on the cars and trucks. With such variable experience that we don't buy them anymore. Still some new trucks come with them from the factory tho. Would use Michelin more, but we don't get as good price on them anymore. Went all hankook and they hold up good for the money.
I purchased the Potenza GIII's for my Suzuki and they run great. I'm on the second set of wheels now.
SICK dude we'd love to see your Suzuki on our gallery! bit.ly/2Ma4oca
Blizzaks are hands down the best snow tire ever created! God himself couldn’t have made a better tire. And I subscribed.
can you do a video about yokohama tires and dunlop 👍?
I’ve been subscribed lol, great content coming from this channel. Keep it up 👌🏾🏎
I just got rid of my factory ecopia's with 1200 miles on them (new car) for s set of continental dsw plus.... very happy now...the bridgestone's made every little road imperfection sound like a thunderclap in the cabin and were terrible in snow.... I think it's the free rolling mpg rubber in cold weather..... very unhappy with the ecopia's....my experience and opinion...
I like to thank everyone who watched the video and showed up. BTW Alex, I'm a XXL.
Just subbed. Awesome videos, just picked up some continentals for my car. Would love to see a history on them!
Love the support man!! 😍 What kind of car are you driving these days!?
Fitment Industries got a Kia Forte Koup 2.4L nice sporty little car!
Thanks Alex !!
Found you alls channel and I subbed mid video, awesome content!
Thanks for the love!
I subscribed! Good videos I love them.
Subscribed since 10k !! Truth about Federal tires !
Im subscribed and also Bridgestoned :3
Subscribed a few months ago. Love your videos!
I worked for Bridgestone/Firestone for almost 30 years , they made some great stuff and some real crap, I wont mention the BT70s tires, I still run Firestone tires on all my cars and rec them daily
Whenever you need a new set of firestones email us at shop@fitmentindustries.com and we can get you hooked up! 👍
I get a employee discount, thanks anyway
drfalcon4102 I work for the re-treading side of Bridgestone at one of the few Bandag plants they bought out in the U.S. pretty cool to see some history of the company!
The Bridgestones that came with my mom's 1999 Honda CRV had to be some of the most pathetic tires ever. All the grip and noise of extreme performance tires without any of the grip. The least expensive Kelly-Springfield tire was used as a replacement and even that was better.
I don't know why but I have watched about 15 of your videos lol I just subbed before this one
I like the Dueler REVO 1,2,3 and Firestone lt tire
How about a vid.on B.F. Goodrich ,are they making tires to the same standards as Michelin?
Just bought Bridgestone Dueler H/L alenza plus for my RAM 1500...I will tell you more in a few months but for now it's my first pic.
Japanese working values came from an American Industrialist, Edward Demming, who helped rebuild Japans economy after WW2.
Enrique Gonzales Of Course ! So Japan is now one of the best ally with the US.
Subscribed and running WS80s every winter in Montana for years
I'm subscribe! Love the video man
Thanks homie!
Boooiiiiiii I’ve been subscribed!!! Lol love your videos and can’t wait to learn more! Ps... how’s that vossen wheel history coming?
My dad lives in Japan and he works all day until 11 pm. The culture there is insane. A 9 to 5 is considered a part time. I live in the US and im probably staying here because I do not agree with many of the traditions there and I just prefer it over here. Also my family in Japan is quite small compared to my American side.
Kentaro Honjo yo can your pops send me Jdm parts?
Dont be lazy!
I can imagine how stressed those people who work so many hours per day may be. I live in South Africa. Nothing to write home about. Japan has such discipline and order. The people are passionate about what they do and always give their best. I like those qualities and personally think I have them too which is why I wish I lived there instead of here...
Whilst I feel sorry for those who are highly stressed because of working culture in Japan I benefit greatly from the fruits of their labour such as the well made cars, guitars and games, to name a few. I really appreciate JDM engineering and am a huge fan of it! I own a Toyota Corolla and Honda S2000 and those are great examples of high Japanese work ethic, especially my S2K :D Then there's my made in Japan instruments - Ibanez and Charvel. I can feel the dedication and love with which the craftsmen crafted them in every detail. Sugoi subarashi!
RolanTHUNDER dude just head down to the local Japanese Male escort and send h some love 😂
RolanTHUNDER 😂
Good stuff man, also agreed on WS80s - snow tank on my Regal hehe
I work for Bridgestone. Good tyres Bridgestone d697. Good 4wd tyre. Potenza re050a great passenger vehicle tyre
I've been subscribed for a while.
How's the vid about AG wheels going? You know how the quality of their one piece wheels are?
its been on the list just very busy! 🖤
I love Bridgestone on my Honda Accord and civics good wear and handeling, my next set will be on my 2010 fit sport, if they have the correct size, yes just every days cars that fits the every day driver that can not afford the 90 to 100 thousand dollar cars!
Very true everyone can’t always afford the big 💰💰 builds some of these guys are running!
Subscribed 😆
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Cool information, I really enjoy history on large companies.
You guys know I'm already subscibed.
You already know I’m subscribed! I’ve been looking at the Bridgestone Potenza s-04 pole position as my next tire. I didn’t actually know they were Japanese either 😅
Entirely subscribed
I’ve been subscribed and I love every vid
I'm a subscriber. Currently using Firestone Fireforce FF70 Sport tires and they do surprise me non-stop. Definitely hooked on the Bridgestone/Firestone brand since the early 90's. #BridgestoneForLife
I'm pretty sure if I remember right when working at Firestone. Bridgestone was call Stonebridge didn't want problem with Firestone in early days. But I might be wrong. Wisconsin yes winter tire are the best in winter.
I subscribed!!! thanks!
The truth about nexen tires.. And I've subscribed
south Korean made tyres they make some good tyres. they are mid range tyres.
I had one encounter with Nexen tires, and it was bad news. I dealt with this BMW that was constantly having ride issues. We would balance the tires, drive a while, and the tires would get unbalanced again. I asked the older guys I worked with how to explain that when you buy discount tires, you often don't get good tires.
Don't buy Nexen...
I've subscribed. Love your enTIRE content!
Thank you for the sub!!! 😍❤️
I have owned a lot of winter tires for a non studded winter (you are right) blizzaks are awesome.
I was looking for some tires online and didn't know which ones to get. I'm going for Bridgestone/Firestone.
I miss the ws15 og blizzaks they were the goat had them on my Civic and it was unstoppable in the snow lol. Got a mk7 golf now with 16" ws80 tires and they just aren't the same lol but still blizzaks or nothing
I subscribed!!! You rock!!!
I subscribed 4 a while now. Love the content
I have subscribed-an interesting website!
I subscribed been subscribed 💪🏽💯
I have both! Blizzaks for the winter and Potenzas for the summer. =D
Bridgestone made some amazing motorcycles in the late 60s
Have you guys heard of Bridgestone wheels I have some I want to know the history of them but can't find much information about them. bridgestone ws028 is the name to look them up thanks
we can look!
I have Bridgestone Potenza RE 760 sport on my car 2014 bought new with 40,000 miles on it my already treadwear is 5/32 at present , they don’t manufacture anymore. Feel safe and comfortable. Pity its not available anymore.