On 07/03/2013 08:00 PM, Geoff Jacobs wrote:
[...]
>> RGB mentions the figurative use of a "sucker rod" and the related
>> flogging. (I am assuming that he was using a short length of the rod..
>> The full 20 feet or so is a bit unwieldy) {I can't recall how to search
>> the archived list so I can't provide specifics)
>>
>> Spinal Tap's manager Ian Faith seemed to favor the use of a sturdy
>> cricket bat to gain the attention of the listeners.
>
> What about a clue-by-four?
Being a fan of some recent animated movies like MegaMind, I like the
"Forget Me stick".
http://movieclips.com/PNA2r-megamind-movie-the-forget-me-stick/
Or from BOFHism: the LART
http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=lart
I have to admit, that the first time I heard about a LART I almost fell
over laughing. And shortly thereafter personally witnessed the specific
need for one.
But James Cuff has a great story about the need for LART on his blog
http://blog.jcuff.net/2011/12/cautionary-tale-about-storage-and.html
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