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Hamilton wins the 2008 F1 title and becomes youngest world champion
2nd November 2008, 18:48 3rd November 2016, 13:42 | Written by Keith Collantine
Hamilton broke Alonso's record to become F1's youngest world champion
Lewis Hamilton has won the 2008 F1 world championship after finishing fifth in the Brazilian Grand Prix.
Hamilton has become the youngest ever driver to win the F1 world championship. Aged 23 years and 301 days, he has beaten Fernando Alonso's record of 24 years 59 days which was set in 2005.
Hamilton is the ninth different British driver to win the world championship and his is the 13th title win by a British driver:
Countries' champions
1. Britain 13 (Mike Hawthorn, Graham Hill (2), Jim Clark (2), John Surtees, Jackie Stewart (3), James Hunt, Nigel Mansell, Damon Hill, Lewis Hamilton)
2. Brazil 8 (Emerson Fittipaldi (2), Nelson Piquet (3), Ayrton Senna (3))
3. Germany 7 (Michael Schumacher)
4. Argentina 5 (Juan Manuel Fangio)
=5. Australia 4 (Jack Brabham (3), Alan Jones)
=5. Austria 4 (Jochen Rindt, Niki Lauda (3))
=5. France 4 (Alain Prost)
=5. Finland 4 (Keke Rosberg, Mika Hakkinen (2), Kimi Raikkonen)
9. Italy 3 (Giuseppi Farina, Alberto Ascari (2))
=10. United States 2 (Phil Hill, Mario Andretti)
=10. Spain 2 (Fernando Alonso)
=12. New Zealand 1 (Denny Hulme)
=12. South Africa 1 (Jody Scheckter)
=12. Canada 1 (Jacques Villeneuve)
McLaren's champions
Hamilton is the seventh different driver to win a world championship for McLaren, joining Emerson Fittipaldi, James Hunt, Niki Lauda, Alain Prost, Ayrton Senna and Mika Hakkinen. The seven won 12 drivers' titles in total for McLaren.
But Hamilton is only the second British driver to win a title for McLaren – the first being Hunt.
Lewis Hamilton biography
Posted on 2nd November 2008, 18:48 3rd November 2016, 13:42 Author Keith CollantineCategories Articles in full, F1 drivers (past), Lewis HamiltonTags hamilton, Lewis Hamilton
57 comments on "Hamilton wins the 2008 F1 title and becomes youngest world champion"
2nd November 2008, 18:50
Wow!! Anyone got a Valium?
Anyone with a spare heart?
Safin
What a race, almost got a heart attack in the end,
Spare a thought for the poor man though. Almost lost it twice in a row :P
Congratulations Hamilton!!
Congratulations to Hamilton and McLaren Mercedes, and to this great site… Cheers from Mexico City
Wow what an end. It came down to the last corner to decide the champion.
Must of been very hard for Massa to put in a perfect peformance but it coming down Glock putting in a bad lap.
Not fan of Hamilton but he did a good job to win the championship.
Daniel..
Fantastic championship, fantastic last race, fantastic last lap. I'm bitterly disappointed with the result, after all we would have been champion hadn't it rained, but Hamilton deserved the title anyway… The point is: we in Brazil certainly have a great driver to support again… Congratulations for all of you British fans!
In this moment of extreme sorrow and heartbrake for myself and many Ferrari supporters (likewise hamilton haters) worldwide I would like to announce my resignation of posting.
It was an exciting, heartstopping race, Massa did everything I could possibly ask of him, simply superb. Kimi did everything he needed to, I was over the moon with his performance and likewise fantastic efforts by Alonso and Vettel.
However, it was Glock who truly ruined, no, destroyed the weekend for all of us.
I feel Massa's pain now, I feel Ferrari's pain right now and on this rather upsetting bombshell I would like to bid farewell to you all.
Thankyou Keith for an amazing website, I have thoroughly enjoyed my time on here and would like to say you have done some amazing stories. Maybe I will see you all in the new season,
Best Regards, Amy
Congratulations to Hamilton.
I was on the phone to a mate because I couldn't watch it after Vettel overtook Hamilton, but I turned round when Massa crossed the line and then I saw an unsightly slow Toyota and my heart dropped. Although it is moments such as the last 5 laps of this race which define what sport is.
Gutted for Massa and Ferrari, but Hamilton has more points on curtain close, and is WDC for 2008.
it's a shame it happened to massa cos i think he's a nice bloke but
for all the hate that lewis has had from racist idiots the past two years, well it
was the most sweetest of moments.
i will watch the last lap for years to come and never forget how good that moment was.
nice one lewis!!!!!
Congratulations to Lewis, commiserations to Felipe.
Interesting to note the Trulli and Glock, the only 2 drivers on dry tyres posted identical lap times on the last lap. No question of the championship being thrown – if they'd put wet tyres on, Glock wouldn't have been ahead of Hamilton in the 1st place.
Cracking end to the season. Here's hoping for similar excitement with less controversy next year.
So, off the the gold medal idea for next season, then? ;)
Phew!!! Hugely delighted for Lewis, my nerves are in tatters. Good point about Trulli and Glock having identical last lap time as they were on dry tyres, so Lewis critics won't have any foundation for saying he is undeserving. He won the championship against the rest of the paddock and the FIA. Commiserations to Massa, it was a hard fought battle and a very exciting season. Bring on next season!
Massive LOLs at the Massa family's premature celebrations then looks of horror as the Ferrari mechanic tells them that Hamilton finished 5th. Best footage of the season.
Just utter elation. Indescribable.
Get the DVD and show it proudly to your grandchildren.
stevepCambsUK
What an amazing end to the F1 season, an hour later im still in shock. Hats off to Ferrari and i do feel their pain but Lewis and Mclaren do deserve the win, ive never witnessed anything like the last 5 laps. 2 laps from the end i was in tears not knowing Glock was on dry tyres and slowing down then when Lewis passed him i was in tears of happiness. I do believe Lewis should of won in his first year even more the reason why he deserves the WDC this yeah.
Kudos though, to Felipe Massa for being such a gracious and dignified loser in the press conference. I'm sure he'd be delighted to know that my respect for him has grown immeasurably over the season, especially after the way he carried himself at the end of the race.
One of the most heartwrenching race finishes I have ever seen in Formula One, an absolute classic race that will be played over the internet for many years to come.
I congratulate Lewis Hamilton and McLaren on their fantastic achievement, and how sweet it must taste to them after last year's disasterous finish. You have to feel sorry though, for Felipe Massa.
I have been very critical of the FIA this season, and have, on more than one occasion, suggested an element of bias exists between the FIA and Ferrari. My feelings however for Ferrari, do not extend to the drivers themselves. Felipe Massa did all that could be asked of him today, and was totally dominant the whole weekend. In the end, it was sadly not enough for him, it was just a bridge too far.
On the flipside of that argument, is Lewis Hamilton's season. In some instances it seemed he was doing his best to destroy his chances for the championship. Bahrain, France, Canada, were all examples of mistakes by Hamilton coming back to hurt him, and then there was Spa.
The decisions made at Spa by the stewards made up 'my' mind on who I should, and would, support. That man was Lewis Hamilton. The penalty in Japan that followed only strengthened my support, and, in many ways, the guilty have been punished. In the end, you just cannot tame raw talent, no matter how many penalties you can impose.
I am sorry for Felipe Massa, but I am not sorry for Ferrari. The young Brazilian has more graciousness, more dignity, than Luca DeMontezemolo and the FIA put together. Because, in the end, they are not why we love this sport of ours. We love it for the drivers, for when then win and lose, for the different emotions. Today, mine are of pure joy. For Hamilton, vindication!! RULE BRITTIANIA.
Gavin F
I've lost my voice! I think i'm recovering from a heart attack but what a race! What an end to a season!
Regardless of the result I think we've all just witnessed what could quite possibly be the most exciting end to an F1 season ever or to come!!!
F1 Boring????? My @SS its boring!
IT'S THE GREATEST DAMN SPORT EVER!!!!
Come on Keith, you know the drill: "Lewis Hamilton lucks into maiden championship".
S Hughes
Lewis, you have made me the happiest person alive … apart from maybe yourself, your family and your team. My God, you deserved it. I think I've lost my voice though.
Superb stuff Lewis Hamilton! Just far too intense! Far too cruel on Felipe Massa. But Lewis deserved the championship for this seasons best performances, bar none, combining skill, courage and audacity often against the odds, and despite some surreal FIA decisions: in particular his driving at Monaco, Silverstone, Spa and Monza. Felipe was a superb contender and he'll be strong next year, no doubt. Brazil should be proud.
But Lewis Hamilton, Youngest Ever Formula 1 World Champion. Delicious to write.
WOWEE! I wasnt able to watch the whole race, due to a meeting, but I watched the beginning, checked in from time to time on the live timing and then caught the last 5 or six laps, where all the excitement happened anyway. HOLY CRAP what a last couple laps. I was dying there, screaming at the tv for Hamilton to take it to Vettel and then it happened, Glock lost it and everything was right again. GREAT finish in terms of excitement, but I never want to have to go through that again.
As for Amy…sorry you feel that Glock completely destroyed your weekend. He did the best he could and had he pitted for tires he wouldnt have been in that place anyway, so you really can't blame him for trying! The title was certainly not thrown by Toyota on purpose. BTW – hate is such a strong word. I severely dislike Alonso, but I certainly dont HATE him. Every one of those drives has some sort of chip on their sholder, some just get more press time to show it off than others. I cant believe that Shumacher got away with as much as he did, in much the same form and so called 'arrogance' as Hamilton, but he is regarded as one of the best, if not THE best to ever drive a F1 car. But when it comes to a young upstart kid being trown inot the mix of a world championship, all of a sudden the world hates on him…Get over it people. hes a great driver and has a great car. But I digress….
Phenomenal job by Massa today. He is a great guy from what I can tell an I, NOT being a Ferrari fan, felt really bad for him as you could see he was on the verge of tears after pulling his car home in P1. It just wasnt his day. He truly is a great competitor and he won the race with style, losing the WDC with that same style. Congrats to Ferrari for their constructors championship, congrats to Massa for the win today, but most of all congrats to Hamilton for keeping a level head and seeing it through to the end today to claim his first (hopefully of many) WD Championship titles. Well deserved, especially with the controversial stewards calls this year.
Here's to next year being just as exciting as it appears that Renault is going to be right up there with the red and silver cars in 2k9.
FIA pwned
FIA pwned by Timo Glock:
This season the FIA's actions has been getting on my nerve,
I mean if you're going to help a team, fine, that's life, but at least try to make it less obvious and less damaging to the sport itself.
There are people like me who watch F1 to watch skillful drivers compete, not to watch "authorities" bending rules.
If the FIA want to micromanage, fine as well, they can write every single details clearly down into the rule book.
Either you control things clearly or don't control at all and let things settle themselves.
What goes around comes around, you cheat for too long thinking nobody can get you and eventually a better cheater comes along.
I consider what Glock did in the last lap was one of the best way to give a nice warm **** You's to FIA and Ferrari
The FIA has been hitting below the belt for way too long and it's time for some justice.
In the next 6 months, I look forward to hear the Ferrari hypocrites fan boys activate their mental block mechanism, exercise their selective memory and cry "Cheater", forgetting how hard the FIA has been trying to give the WDC to Ferrari.
Ferrari and most of its fans live on this fictional moral high horse, they are like spoilt little children who got used to having everything their way that's why they can't handle losing.
Have fun attacking my points, I totally understand the Ferrari fan boy's mentality
I mean, if someone's into F1 just to look for heroes, decided to be a Ferrari fan boy just to feel superior, what else are those little cry babies going to say when the team loses?
Their brains are not wired to accept reality or to notice other team/people's skills and they are not wired to appreciate the sport as a whole.
So I'll consider all their knee-jerk reactions normal and expected behavior.
Glock is god, FIA/Ferrari beaten in their own little cheating game.
I just read ade's comment and I wholeheartedly agree. Though I am happy for Lewis' win today, ECSTATIC about it even, it was a bit lucky and really wasnt down to any great display of skill on his part. In no way was this a Silverstone or Shanghai drive. The only way it could have been more exciting today would have been to have him actually tracked down Vettel and taken his spot back….now THAT would have been a finish. The greatest skill that Hamilton showed today was that he does indeed have the ability to keep a level head and push until the 'fat lady sings'….had he given up at any point in his fight with Vettel, he may not have had the final opportunity to pass Glock at all.
amazing just the best sunday ever. cheers keith i am new to this internet thing but see you next year.
Two things Hamilton acomplished today:
1 – He is the first winner of junior series just below F1 to win WDC.
2 – He is also the first WDC winner under the current point system who would have lose it under the older one.
All hail Lewis.
The footnote to this race, if we need any further proof, is that Sebastian Vettel is for real. And there is a seat in a silver car badly needing a guy who turns up on Sundays.
casebury
brilliant finish and congrats to hamilton but i've got to feel for massa drove brilliantly. My heart nearly broke my ribs in the last lap.
DMW, but does that silver car really want someone that might actually race on sunday?
Congratulatios to Lewis. I can die now… What a magnificent spectacle it was!!! I'm a bit disapointed for Kubica, but that's been racing at its best from all the drivers through all the season… The only question is what am I going to till the end of march. Bravissimo Hamilton again! Over and out…
beneboy
Don't say that DMW, we've got a German shaped hole at Ferrari that Mr Vettel will hopefully be filling in a few years time :~)
Absolutely gutted for Felipe & his family, to be so close only to have it taken away a few seconds later must be terrible.
Congratulations to Lewis, he drove well most of the season & managed to overcome some very questionable decisions from the FIA to win his first Championship.
I just hope next season is as good as this one has been.
ajokay
Congrats to Lewis, even though his race wasn't exactly stunning.
My heart hit its rev limiter a few times during the race, but it was all worth it in the end.
It was also very good to see Ferrari and the FIA beaten, the winner this year really was Formula One.
The Ferrari garage might want to check the final results classification before celebrating too much too.
And goodbye Amy (#7), I'm glad Timo Glock has a very special place in your heart.
I think Hamilton and Vettel would be great. Seb would be on the pace and I think each would push the other to produce their best
Thinking that Lewis is black belt, Kubica must be thankfull Glock was on wrong tyres, (thinking back to Senna`s reaction on being unlapped near the end of a race), Unlucky to the Ferrari B-Team, you nearly pulled it off ;-). Your never see a unhappier Ferrari One, Two, Three on the podium again. And nothing but Congratulations to Lewis, you showed it aint over till the fat lady sings.
Congrats Hamilton! Dramatic ending, this is what F1 is about! A sweet WDC for Hamilton after having ten thousand penalties hurled at him, including that monstrous Spa decision.
Terrific drive by Massa, I hand it to the guy maybe i was giving a bit too much slack. The real victor this year was hamilton and F1.
Pink Peril
WOW ! Was there ever such a close finish to a WDC? Where it literally came down to metres as to who would be champion?
Congrats to Hamilton, it was an amazing victory and all the sweeter because FIA-ARRARI tried their best to prevent it from happening. I was a bit aprehensive logging on this morning, I was sure I'd see that the results had been fiddled yet again. Thank god that hasn't happened (so far).
I do feel sorry for Massa, he drove a great race, and to have had one hand on the trophy like that must have been gutwrenching.
Gahhhh, I've just realised that there are nearly five months until the season starts again. I can't wait that long !
Must admit I did feel a tinge of sadness for Felipe and the Brazilian Crowd, shame we cant have our cake and eat it!
Good point Pink Peril, what time does the scrutineering end?
Hey Massa there is no crying in F1! Guess having the race stewarts and King Bernie on your side doesn't mean you are a shoe in for the drivers championship. Best video moment of the season, the Massa family celebrating his "championship" until the ferari mechanics had to tell them Ham finished 5th I am still laughing!!!!!!!!! GO MCLAREN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
oh my god i am just so happy today. unbelievable stuff. what happened today is pure magic. from now on i will believe that never count anyone out until the bell has rang.
congratulations to lewis,to massa well just chilll hahahahhahha yep…
@Filipe
Well very interesting observation, but at the same time, while the old points system was being used, the stewards were not influencing the results as they are now, so Hamilton would probably have kept the Spa win and finish 5 pts ahead.
Congratulations to Mclaren, after all they've been through, I think they truly deserve this win.
Kubica almost cost Mclaren the championship. He seemed to overtake Hamilton and pause momentarily.
In all was a very wicked outcome, unfortunately we can't have 2 winners.
The tension was just so much, I'm just numb. We all had a feeling Lewis might win it, but we were still surprised that he did.
I don't think its nice to laugh at anyone. I had no relative on the track, well none that I know of, but I can imagine how overwhelming the prevailing circumstance must have been for the families at the circuit.
michael counsell
Great race. Mclaren and Hamilton were a bit too conservative but just about pulled it off. His Dad needs to give him a bit more space though…
Massa drove a great race and was really dignified and appreciative. He did everything in his power but he knew all along that all he could do was win and he did, whiel Hmailton did all he needed too. You could not have scripted it.
I am an spanish fan, huge Alonso fan, and after all the things that happened (or did not happen) between them, all the scandals with the spanish press, etc, well… well done Lewis.
He won because he was the fastest in most cases, as simple as that.
And thanks to all the guys and the weather for a rollercoaster race. Even my girlfriend enjoyed the race thanks to all the drama!
I just read a lot of comments from Spain (ooops, it nearly makes me a bit ashamed of being spanish) with conspiracy theories about Timo Glock, it doesn't sink easy that Hamilton… well… was very fast all year. Anybody who does not understand what happened to Timo Glock in the last lap makes it very clear how much they like and follow F1.
Great race!
Congrats Lewis!
Oliver, I was not trying to diminish Hamilton's win at all. It's obviously be much different had we be under the old system (including he being much more agressive today). It's just a fun stat and it had to happen someday.
vmro
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diseased rat
I am just so glad the Massa didn't win with a margin that could have been accounted for by the Bourdais/Fuji penalty. I didn't agree with the Spa penalty but have accepted it as a marginal call and moved on. The Bourdais incident is a completely different matter though. It was a terrible penalty and I would have been disgusted if those points alone allowed Massa to take the title.
3rd November 2008, 1:37
In spite of the FIA, officialdom, and his own team's tactical blunders, he pulled it off. I enjoyed this more than any championship since Piquet won in '83. This is why I stick with the sport, even after all of the crap of the last couple of years. I still think the FIA is biased, and the people running the sport just don't get it, but it's races like this one that make it all worthwhile.
Congrats to Lewis, Felipe and even Ron!
Lustigson – I'm still pro-medals :-)
Ade –
Kudos though, to Felipe Massa for being such a gracious and dignified loser in the press conference.
Throttle – Where was the luck then?
Gaz – Glad you've enjoyed it. I'm not shutting up shop for the winter though, we've an intriguing off-season ahead…
DMW –
The footnote to this race, if we need any further proof, is that Sebastian Vettel is for real.
Good point. And, Alonso will surely be in a Renault next year, and could well be facing down his arch-rival who now has the number one on his car…
Hip Hip Hooray!!!! The best man has won!!! Now I have to go and nurse myself back to health after a near heart attack. Phew! That was close. Well done Lewis, you so deserve the little bit of luck you received today and well done to Massa for being so gracious in defeat as everyone has mentioned. What a thrilling end to a tense season.
schumi the greatest
unbelievable, it was as though it was scripted. after over 1500 laps of racing it came down to the final corner to decide the championship.
when vettel went past my heart was pounding so fast i thought it was going to break through my chest lol il never forget brundle's words: "is that glock oing slowly…it is..thats glock"
the most intense end to any sporting event ever…well done to hamilton the guy is pure class…and its good to see that even when he becomes a world champion he didnt forget his family and team.
massa has gone up in my estimations this year, he is a top line driver but hes also a dignified loser, the pictures of him crying after show just how much he wanted it. im sure hel get another chance.
also…even alonso crongratulated hamilton in an interview with itv
PJA
Wow what a finish to the championship. I was a bag of nerves throughout the race. Then when Vettel passed Hamilton I was cursing the FIA because it looked like the Spa and Fuji penalties would decide the championship. But then the complete turn around in emotions in the last few corners when Hamilton passed Glock is what sport is all about.
MassaSuck
3rd November 2008, 16:43
MASSA IS A SPORTING LOSER MY ASS! He was implying all week before the race how he would be a worthy champion – that this title was clean if he had clinched it.
Wat the hell is he thinking? Did he forget how his points tally got a few automatic top-ups from FIA and Mosley thru zero efforts of his own? Crying at the end of the race was his acknowledgment that even with FIA's help, he couldnt win the title.
That said, i hope the stewards get their retribution for being corrupt Ferrari boot-lickers. And Mosley for his well, Hitler impersonations on tape.
Thank goodness justice has been served…
Congratulations to Hamilton for a great season. Comisserations to Massa who would also have been deserving also.
Ecstatic that Ferrari won the WCC though, I have to say
4th November 2008, 3:39
Filipe, point taken as to Vettel. Even McLaren fans must recognize that Dennis would not really favor a driver who is not his protege.
But Ron must realize that he lost the WCC this year because driver #2 disappeared one too many times. Personally I think Ron should put Trulli or Heidfeld in that car: someone who is quick, consistent, mature, but without an unreasonable sense of championship destiny. You know, Barichello is looking for a job.
DMW, when it started to look that Kovalainen problems were more than lack of luck, I did start to tell friends that if Dennis was smart he would let Heidfeld fullfill his fate and finally got a McLaren seat. So I'd agree that someone like him would be perfect (I'd say Webber would be my #2 choice). Trulli at McLaren is a funny idea, at least we would finally know how real the Trulli train is. Imagine the possibilities: get both McLarens light and let Lewis disappear in front while Trulli does what he does best and Kimi, Massa and Alonso all ends stuck behind him for half the race.
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Picking up the steps for achieving the perfect finishing will be really easy once you have check out the instruction manual that comes with this package.
This model is made out the heavy metal body, so you can easily sew without skipping, and the machine stays still. With a stainless steel bed plate for smooth fabric feed, this serger can sew up to 1,300 stitches in one minute.
You also get differential fabric feed with this model, making it suitable for trying out a variety of sewing projects. This serger comes with a warranty of 25 yrs.
Another very easy to easy to use serger model is the Brother Designio Series DZ1234.
This product ensures that you can enjoy reliable and easy sewing with amazing results.
The color-coded threading feature has been provided so that you do not have to struggle while threading this serger. This is a great time saver when you are rushing to finish products.
There are a variety of features that come with this product, such as Gathering Foot and Piping Foot, Blind Hem Stitch Foot and two sets of starter threads so that you can deliver high end finishing right from day one.
Using this serger, you can sew up to 1,300 stitches per minute with a differential fabric feed that offers 0.7 – 2.0 ratio for many fabrics. You can sew lightweight knitwear for winters with amazing results every time.
Achieve the perfect stitch width which can be easily adjusted from 3.0 mm to 7.0 mm. The free arm that comes with this item is ideal for stitching continuous or cylindrical paths of fabric like those of collars and sleeves of shirts.
The SINGER 14J250 Serger is capable of a 4-3-2 thread feature that can offer a wide variety of stitches and finishings to select from, to suit your varying requirements of projects.
And you can come out with amazing results like an expert every time you use this.
With its color-coded technology, you can save a lot of time using this product while stitching through hems and seams.
You can get a large number of creative stitching options for different combinations of fabrics. The most amazing feature of this product is the ease with which you can get it set up.
The Needle Threader and Wide Open Threading features make this possible. The differential fabric feeder takes care of smoothening out all rough and frayed edges of fabrics.
To make sure that the fabric being used is cut and sewn evenly, and smoothly the Cutting Width Gauge has been provided in this item.
You can now get a professional finishing and that too very quickly with up to 1300 stitches per minute. Robust and durable, this model from Singer is surprisingly quite lightweight. However, it must only be used in countries that support 110 Volt line supply.
Another wonderful machine for achieving expert finishing is this model from Singer.
Like self-threading sergers comes equipped with a 4-3 stitch configuration and differential feed that allows you to create different edge finishing using fabrics; you can create ruffles and sew knits on lightweight winter wear without stretching or damaging them the least.
This SINGER 14SH654 model comes with two needles and is ideal to add that finishing touch to your projects.
You can apply up to six stitches with three or four different threads which allow for quick and easy stitching.
Apart from stitching, it can also be used effectively for trimming and overcasting fabrics. This machine is definitely recommended for beginners since it provides convenience, fantastic speed as well as reliability.
The color-coded feature makes this super easy to set up and keep track of threads while 1300 stitches per minute make this a lightning fast performer.
The tension of the model can be adjusted easily and so is the stitch length (2.0 to 4.0 mm) and stitch width (3.0 to 6.7 mm). You can easily switch over to free-arm sewing and store accessories that come with this package.
It comes with a manufacturer warranty of 25 yrs and is recommended for use in USA and Canada only.
Learning to take on various types of projects can be done very easily with the help of this serger machine.
This SINGER 14T968DC Serger Overlock machine comes with 5-4-3-2 thread capability with a changeable tension system as well as the adjustable cutting width for fabrics.
It offers a wonderful sewing speed of up to 1300 stitches in one minute to complete projects fast and efficiently.
If you want to boost your creativity, this machine will be the ideal pick for you; there are many options for trying out different decorative flat locking features and unique stitching options.
Using this all-purpose serger machine you can learn different sewing tricks easily and quickly and get results which are no less than a pro.
There are a lot of accessories that come with this model; you get a multipurpose foot controller, Tweezers, Spreader, Needle Set, Serging Knife, Screwdrivers, Spool caps, Brush, Oiler, Spill net, Soft-Sided Dust Cover, Cone Adapters, Power Cord and more.
For easy use and quick learning of the functionalities, this model comes with a CD manual and a workbook. Setting up this machine and using it will be a cakewalk even if you are just starting out with serging.
One of the best sergers for the novice, the JUKI MO644D Portable Serger combines ease of use and ease of learning seamlessly without compromising on the results. Even as a beginner, you will never find it difficult to thread this model using its color-coded technology.
This machine is extremely easy to carry around and comes with 2-3-4 threading capabilities.
You can set the stitch length and the width of the fabric that you want to stitch. You get to control each and every bit to use this machine exactly as per your needs and expectations.
Even the foot pressure can be adjusted easily by just turning a knob. If you have so far seen machines which work great on only thin fabrics, then this model will be a surprise for you.
It can easily stitch fabrics from lightweight to medium weight without the machine trembling or jerking, using its powerful knife that cuts through fabrics evenly.
However, you cannot sew through leather, fur, reptile skin, canvas and plastic using this product.
And to top it, you get a host of accessories with this package starting from oil dispenser, 2/2 thread converter and lint brush to thread nets, spool caps, needle threader and much more.
One of the highest rated models by experts, this is also one of the best sergers for beginners.
The most remarkable feature of this product is its threading technique, which is extremely easy. For beginners, setting up this machine and start sewing with it is extremely easy.
You can get robust stitches which are quick and effective too. An amazing product from the house of Janome, this compact item is magic when it comes to the different kinds of stitches that you can carry out using it.
You can get very high precision 3-4 thread stitches using this product and a superior finishing for all projects that you undertake.
Moreover, there is no change of plate required, since it comes with a built-in rolled hem feature.
The rolled hem feature is one of the finest features of this serger from Janome and can be set with just the push of a switch.
Other features such as the color-coded threading technology, presser foot lifter and electronic foot make working with this serger a true delight. You can use it at any time as per convenience since it is as noiseless as possible.
Comes with a host of accessories like tweezers, screwdriver, and needles.
This is undoubtedly one of the best sergers for the money in its class.
The Juki MO 50E from the house of Juki is a wonderful machine with which you can achieve expert finishing very quickly and efficiently.
It comes loaded with top of the line features such as 3-thread flatlock, three thread overlock, three thread narrow overlock, four thread overlock and more when it comes to different stitching techniques as per different requirements.
The best thing about this model is its lightning speed up to 1300 stitches per minute.
You get a calibrated knife adjustment to achieve higher precision while cutting through fabrics – this feature is hardly available in other models in the same price range.
Differential fabric feed lets you adjust wrinkled and stretchy fabrics with ease while the automated lower loop threading makes setting this up very easily.
The rolled hem feature is accessible but simple fingertip controls. You can adjust the stitch width and length and the level of the knife to set higher or lower for ease of use.
You can treat the tips and features included in this compilation as a serger buying guide for those who are very new to this field.
By reading this, you can easily decide for yourself the best serger to buy in 2019.
You can learn quickly the various techniques of using sergers to achieve the best results. These models are highly reliable and efficient and are bound to produce finishing which will sweep you off your feet.
Again, NO PRICES AT ALL in listing of Serger machines, SO frustrating. If prices change, just say, for example: "price as of 10/2018 was $299". Thanks.
I agree that listing prices is more helpful, especially if one does not want to support Amazon or go to a site with cookies (and thereafter get bombarded with ads).
After having a Viking Husquarvana serger for 20 years, I bought a Juki 50-e serger. I am happy with the ease of use, the high quality and ruggedness of this machine.
I have a self-threading Baby Lock Serger that is amazingly easy to use. It saves threading frustration, has over a dozen hem styles, and you can turn off the cutter with ease. I actually can get quilts done in record time!
So is it true Baby Lock is the absolute easiest to learn on?


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Kiwi Word Hooker
In some countries hooker can mean a prosttitute, so the word must be used with caution in New Zealand.
In one of New Zealands National winter sports. A hooker is known as a player that is in the front row of a rugby scrum.
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The right for women to vote.
In early New Zealand,as other countries around the world.
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Kiwi Term To spit the dummy
The rubber treat commonnly given to young babies to suck is decribed by Americans as a pacifier, where New Zealanders retain the British term dummy.
Kiwi Pavlova
This dessert called pavlova is one of New Zealand's most popular.
Pavlova is made by beating egg whites to a very stiff consistency then baking it.
The funny thing about this tasty dessert is that Australia and New Zealand have been arguing about who invented it since the 1930s.
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Gidday
This is an abbreviation used in Australia and by us Kiwis, it's a reduced English greeting for telling someone to have a good day.
By the end of the 20th century the term was used by most New Zealanders, sometimes in a joking fashion.
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The yard Axe Throwing League (BATL) Hits the Mark as a thrilling & Memorable Venue for a Wedding Party
The Scoop: Matt Wshould i join matchlson started the yard Axe Throwing League (BATL) in 2006, now the fun-loving company hosts private functions and tournaments in 13 places in the U.S and Canada. Over 1 million website visitors have actually cast over 8.2 million axes at these venues. Lots of brides and grooms over the years have chosen to get their particular wedding parties to BATL provide every person an unforgettable expertise in a competitive yet cool environment.
During the U.S., the search for joy has actually turned into the quest for loves. Numerous People in the us today view their unique resides through lens of social networking and work hard to craft that picture with their preference. Some may decry technologies as an isolating force in society, but social media can actually motivate men and women to go out and do a little fairly cool situations.
One learn learned that 72per cent of millennials prefer to invest their cash on experiences than things. They'd somewhat travel overseas, operate a marathon, or check out a trampoline playground than attain gizmos, clothes, and material items. In a number of steps, online has actually designed this generation into adventurers who foray offline looking for the most perfect jealousy-inducing Instagram blog post.
Because of this, the marriage sector has received a bit more fascinating as brides and grooms are more adventurous and committed. Contemporary lovers realize to gather loves they must exceed the normal club scene and discover something eye-catching and extraordinary.
Something similar to the Backyard Axe Throwing League (aka BATL). Since 2006, this company features offered an urban site in which folks can loosen up and toss an axe. OK, theoretically it really is a hatchet, nonetheless they call-it an axe keeping things simple for beginners toward recreation.
BATL presently hosts friendly tournaments in 13 locations, most of which have liquor certificates — because alcohol consumption and axe putting get together like an axe and a target. Over 275 full-time and part-time workers are available to you to teach beginners the rules and make certain they use the right method whenever chucking the light hatchet through the environment. It could appear dangerous, but it is in fact a secure and simple pastime that's excellent for big and slightly inebriated groups.
BATL often has personal bachelor and bachelorette functions in which pals can test one another to get their best try and arrive out victorious. At this point, BATL has actually racked right up 25,000 loves on Twitter, as a result it features the required steps to produce your own occasion get viral.
"its an event saturated in memories," stated Matt Wilson, BATL Founder and axe-throwing extraordinaire. "it is more about discussing one thing you enjoy with others you worry about. That is what's very unique regarding it."
An original Hobby Kicked Off a National Community
Matt Wilson had been bored stiff on a camping excursion when a buddy recommended they toss a hatchet at a block of wood. It actually was a we-don't-have-anything-better-to-do sort of thing, but it quickly escalated into a laughter-inducing pastime (alcoholic drinks might have been included). Matt said they invested the second week-end throwing the hatchet and discovering rules for all the video game.
When Matt returned the place to find Toronto, he wanted to discuss this brand-new game with his buddies. It took some persuading, but he quickly got all of them addicted to it.
"initial group had been only seven buddies performing our thing in my personal backyard," Matt stated. "We figured out the rules of the game, plus it offered all of us grounds to get together, drink a beer, and get caught up."
In 2006, Matt decided to share his online game with people into the U.S. and developed the planet's first business focused on the noble recreation of axe throwing. Nowadays, the guy is designed to change every customer into a passionate axe-throwing lover.
Matt began this fun-loving society as a reason to hold away with friends, and he stated he's been thrilled observe his preferred pastime increase into a national sensation.
In 2016, Matt established the National Axe Throwing Championship (NATC) in Toronto provide men and women worldwide to be able to join the fun. In January and February, the NATC encourages their 5,000 group people to check their own abilities and then try to win the Wilson Cup and $7,500 in prize cash. Whenever all is said and completed, this international contest gives out over $16,500 in award money and non-profit contributions on prize service.
Matt told all of us the 2019 contest will stream live across North America, and that means you do not need to travel to Canada to support your preferred competitors watching the competition unfold.
Welcoming Tournaments Get everybody's cardio prices Up
BATL views men and women outdated and younger, large and small, female and male, coming with each other on equivalent footing to test their own ability at axe throwing. A lot of people benefit from the obstacle of studying a skill, but it's not hard to have the hang of therefore anyone can enter into it.
"its a fulfilling sensation to watch the axe spin through the environment toward the mark," Matt mentioned. "It is a visceral sensation. The moment the axe hits the target, you are addicted."
In line with the company's inner stats, 23percent of BATL's exclusive events are bachelor or bachelorette functions. The typical class size hovers around nine men and women, while the occasion usually lasts two hours.
BATL can accommodate large crowds too, however. The biggest BATL exclusive event saw 157 men and women ingesting, tossing, and cheering each other on. Committed lovers could level a marriage here, therefore the group wouldn't bat an eye fixed. As a whole, BATL's 11 locations have actually managed over 155,000 exclusive events and walk-in check outs.
A capable and friendly employees shows you the guidelines of the online game, arms you an axe, and allows you to get at it during a tournament-style opposition. The person making use of the greatest rating in a one-on-one matchup gains and continues on to vie against additional leading scorers until just one is victorious. In the case of a tie, the opponents go into a sudden-death match utilizing a full-size battle axe.
BATL's contests basically as thrilling to view since they are to participate in, so everyone else disappears a winner (but only one individual comes with the bragging liberties of being the exact winner).
"men and women do not know the things they're set for when they come for the first time," Matt said with a grin. "I favor walking through the venue and hearing screams erupt inside the arena because some body just threw an excellent shot."
Over 1.25 Million men and women have Joined the Fun
BATL boasts obtaining biggest axe-throwing neighborhood on the planet. Over 1.25 million people have took part in the games within the last few 230 times, throwing 8.2 million axes altogether.
This is actually the method of laid-back video game everybody is able to delight in — it is not as challenging because it appears. BATL is prepared for folks of all ages and abilities. You don't have to end up being athletic as proficient at axe throwing. And you also don't need to be good at axe putting to win BATL's contests. "what sort of rating operates, there's always the possibility for a come-from behind win with a Hail Mary toss," Matt mentioned. "We want to see that."
The nature of BATL keeps individuals finding its way back to celebrate birthdays, wedding parties, along with other unique occasions here. This unique party activity promotes camaraderie and is also perfect for functions.
BATL's occasions provide relatives and buddies people reasons to perk one another on and celebrate each other's achievements, although it's simply scoring a point in an axe-throwing competition. Matt stated the online game can bring some people's competitive drive, but it addittionally helps them unwind and now have a great time.
"everybody is able to contend together, and it is ideal for folks of all ages, forms, and sizes," he stated. "almost always there is rock-and-roll songs on, additionally the whole atmosphere is very much indeed about having a good time."
BATL modifications exactly how Brides & Grooms Throw a Party
Whether you're tossing a wedding celebration or a bachelor celebration, BATL has just about all you could "axe" for. It includes fantastic activity, meals, and drinks, therefore the event can be sure to result in some unforgettable (and Instagrammable) times.
In the place of going the secure route at a bar or nightclub, you are able to the gutsy choice to bring your relatives and buddies members to BATL for an exciting afternoon. This enjoyable battleground undoubtedly makes an impact, and it's an oddly addicting activity. Only ask Matt along with his core band of buddies who may have already been cheerfully hurling hatchets for more than 10 years.
"We're in the commercial of revealing people a good time and building their particular self-confidence," Matt mentioned. "it has been definitely awesome observe the rise of the sport and create a residential area around anything we love."