Hoodoo fat magic is a form of folk magic that is practiced in the African American community and has its roots in African spiritual traditions. In this practice, animal fat, such as beef or pork fat, is used as a key ingredient in various spells and rituals. The use of fat in this type of magic is believed to have powerful properties that can be harnessed for different purposes. The fat is often used to make anointing oils, candles, and in certain rituals, it is also ingested or applied directly to the body. This is done with the intention of invoking specific energies or influencing a desired outcome. Hoodoo fat magic is typically used for various purposes, such as love spells, protection spells, or for attracting good luck and prosperity.
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Someone outside of the former Louisiana territory who celebrates a REAL Mardi Gras or at least as close as you can get way out there on the west coast. Sam Erhard, a graduate at Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston, designed a unique collection of modular bikepacking frame bags as part of his senior design thesis.
Hoodoo fat magic is typically used for various purposes, such as love spells, protection spells, or for attracting good luck and prosperity. For example, a love spell may involve anointing a red candle with a special oil made from animal fat and other ingredients while focusing on the desired outcome. The candle is then lit, symbolizing the energy being released into the universe to manifest the desired love.
Hoodoo Bikepacks by Sam Erhard
Sam Erhard, a graduate at Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston, designed a unique collection of modular bikepacking frame bags as part of his senior design thesis. We reached out to learn more about the program, the bags, and his inspiration for the project. Find details (and a video Sam produced) here…
The Hoodoo Bikepacks project was completed as a senior design thesis throughout 2019 spring and summer semesters at Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston, MA. I recently graduated from the Industrial Design (ID) program there. During my junior year, some friends and I enrolled in a soft goods intensive studio where we fell in love with a side project, a product design that had previously not been a primary focus within the ID department. As a designer/biker/skier/climber I saw the connection to outdoor gear and naturally began to steer my more self-directed school projects to include a soft good whenever possible.
My thesis began with the goal of finding pain points within the bikepacking experience, and addressing those areas of difficulty through design. The first few months of the project were restricted (by design of the curriculum) to research on our topic of interest with the goal of uncovering an interesting problem to design around. I gathered a great deal of second hand research through journals, articles, videos, and interviews with actual bikepackers and bike tourers. After the semester of research, I was pretty sure the problem that I needed to address was balancing the weight of drinking water without eating up too much real estate in the frame pack. At this point, the biggest hang up for me was that–although I had been mountain biking for the majority of my life—I had never even strapped packs to my own bike. So with the best degree of physical fitness that can be expected from a desk-bound design student in late March, I flew to Utah to ride the Kokopelli Trail from Fruita, CO to Moab, UT. I took three and a half days (let’s call it four) to complete the ride on my totally over-packed 160mm Trek Slash, it being the only bike I owned. As far as the bike was concerned, the pain points were evident enough, and would cleary have been less apparent if I had ridden a hardtail or a shorter travel bike. However, limited packing opportunities in the center of the frame geometry forced my to occupy my entire frame pack with a 2.5 l water bladder, while everything else was either in my large seat pack, on my bars, or on my back.
Returning from this trip, I was, A) excited that I could successfully pass the previous week of riding in the desert off as “research,” and B) because I discovered a real problem within bikepacking setups that I could focus on for my design. I realized after that trip that a major issue with weight dispersement on slacker mountain bike frames is simply a lack of mid-frame packing real estate, pushing heavy items into more cumbersome locations such as a seat pack or backpack. So I set out to design a system of bike packs that could work together to maximize packing volume and versatility around the main frame triangle.
The solution I came up with after a couple months of sketching and mocking up test bags in cotton, was a three part frame pack system. Two of the packs have a transformable feature, and one pack is strictly designated to water bladder transport. All of the packs are shaped to fit into a variety of packing arrangements on the frame to accommodate specific needs and weight placements as food and gear quantities may change throughout a ride. When fully assembled, two half frame packs strap to the top of the top tube and the bottom of the downtube, while the framepack fills the entire inner-frame triangle. You can scroll through the different variations below (and be sure to scroll down and watch the video)…
In addition to its use in spells and rituals, hoodoo fat magic can also be used for healing purposes. It is believed that the fat possesses certain medicinal properties and can be used to cure ailments or bring relief to physical or emotional pain. In this aspect, the fat is often combined with herbs, roots, or other natural ingredients to create balms, ointments, or salves. It is important to note that hoodoo fat magic is a spiritual practice and should be approached with respect and caution. Just like any other form of magic, it is believed to work best when practiced with sincere intent and faith. It is also important to consider ethical considerations when using hoodoo fat magic, as it is not intended to be used to harm others or manipulate their free will. Overall, hoodoo fat magic is a rich and ancient practice that has been passed down through generations and continues to have a significant presence in African American culture. It is a testament to the power of belief, intention, and the connection between the spiritual and physical realms..
Reviews for "The power of Hoodoo fat magic: Real-life success stories"
1. Samantha - 2/5 stars - Unfortunately, "Hoodoo fat magic" was a disappointment for me. I was initially drawn to the book because of the intriguing title and the promise of a unique magic system. However, I found the story to be slow-paced and lacking in depth. The characters felt underdeveloped and their motivations were unclear. Additionally, I was hoping for a stronger connection to the world of hoodoo and its rich cultural background, but it was merely touched upon. Overall, I was left unsatisfied and felt that the potential of the concept was not fully realized.
2. Jake - 1/5 stars - I regret picking up "Hoodoo fat magic" as it turned out to be a complete waste of my time. The writing style was uninspiring and lacked any creativity or flair. The plot was disjointed and had no clear direction, making it confusing to follow. The characters were shallow and lacked depth, making it impossible for me to feel any attachment or interest in their stories. Additionally, the dialogue felt forced and unnatural. I would strongly advise anyone looking for a captivating and well-written magical tale to look elsewhere.
3. Rachel - 2/5 stars - "Hoodoo fat magic" had an interesting premise, but unfortunately, it fell short in execution. The story lacked fluidity and seemed to jump around without providing a sense of cohesion. The pacing was off, with some parts dragging on while others felt rushed. The magical elements, which should have been the highlight of the book, were underdeveloped and left me wanting more. The characters were forgettable, and their actions often felt forced to fit the plot. Overall, I was left feeling disappointed and unsatisfied with this read.