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I'm tired of layering three pairs of cheap gloves to go outside - I need a new, quality pair for the cold. Ideally wool, if possible. They don't need to work with touchscreens, although it would be convenient. Does anyone have any suggestions, or at least any brands? It's surprisingly hard to find any reliable results online.
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Dec 4, 2021 01:18
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BONESAWWWWWW posted:I'm tired of layering three pairs of cheap gloves to go outside - I need a new, quality pair for the cold. Ideally wool, if possible. They don't need to work with touchscreens, although it would be convenient. What is your actual use case here? Just walking around? Winter sports, etc? Shoveling snow? Etc. Kinco 901 (or 901t if you want mittens) are great cheap all-arounders, but they are p ugly and bulky and you will have to apply beeswax annually to make them weatherproof. Outdoor research storm trackers are good if you don’t need much insulation. Personally, I don’t really like wool gloves because they easily get wet and are not very durable, particularly if you aren’t willing to wear them as liners. Others may have suggestions tho.
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Dec 4, 2021 01:24
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These will be for general use. Pushing a stroller, walking, and shoveling snow mainly, but all my other gloves are so useless these will be used for everything "else" anyways. I guess they don't have to be wool. I just have good experiences with my other wool items keeping me warm enough at any time. I live in Michigan if that helps.
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Dec 4, 2021 01:39
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Having previously lived in the ‘Zoo, I’d recommend the Kinco 901 if you are okay with their looks. E. Maybe size up and get a pair of wool liners with your savings E2. Also, try searching/posting in the camping gear thread. I think someone just asked this question recently in there https://forums.somethingawful.com/showthread.php?threadid=3817829&perpage=40&noseen=1&pagenumber=112 Brother Tadger has a new favorite as of 06:54 on Dec 4, 2021 |
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Dec 4, 2021 01:47
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Are any of the cheap (sub $50) wireless driveway alarms worth buying? Seems like there's a big jump from ~$30 units to $150+, which is more than I want to invest in such a niche feature. I just want something that pings me whenever a car pulls in. It's about 200 feet from my driveway to the house, so I don't need any of the super long range models.
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Dec 4, 2021 03:20
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theflyingexecutive posted:For a headlamp, I have a set of Love Beams, which are USB rechargeable and have a color selection mode, but have a real killer feature of dimming when you raise your head to talk to someone so they don't get blinded.
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Dec 4, 2021 06:21
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DrBouvenstein posted:Anyone have a good recommendation for an entry level sewing machine? My GF has dropped more than a couple hints that's what she would enjoy for Christmas. Get a Singer if you can.
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Dec 4, 2021 22:57
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Happiness Commando posted:Are you sure you're using it correctly? The sharpmaker doesn't have guides, the round brass pieces are to keep your hands safe if the blade slips. The stones slide into the base at an angle and you're supposed to slice the knife down perfectly vertically. The edge angle comes from the angled stones. Haha yeah I'm not using the hand protectors as guides. I guess I should have said semi-guided. The base-piece locks in the stones at the correct angle and you just need to keep the knife perpendicular to the stone. So the only thing you need to do is keep the knife straight and the kit handles the rest.
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Dec 5, 2021 21:25
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What’s an average going rate for blade sharpening? The local restaurant supply place is like 8 bucks a blade which isn’t awful imo but it a bit much. Especially at one of the 3 I’d want done is a pairing knife and thus is damned small. Still, about $100 a year isn’t terrible.
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Dec 6, 2021 00:23
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$1 an inch is a perfectly normal rate.
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Dec 6, 2021 00:40
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Yeah it makes a lot more sense when you consider how specialized that service is, how infrequently you're going to need it, and how much less you're paying for that compared to someone who needs that poo poo done for more than a hobby or something. Try considering this perspective, too- Consider how much you personally get paid, and how much time it would take you, personally, to sharpen the same knife. Could you come even close to that rate? I could not, and I have sharpened a knife before.
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Dec 6, 2021 00:48
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Oh for sure, I’m not too worried about it. Though it does work out to be about a buck fifty an inch if I do the 4 blades I care about. Don’t mind paying them that, but I may shop around a bit more first next time. Might be able to cut a deal on some sheet pans or something so all is good.
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Dec 6, 2021 04:08
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flashlight trip report this one: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07R1Y7W3X loving ABSURD. ABSOLUTELY LUDICROUS. It's like it shoots daylight! A perfectly focused beam of illumination wherever you point it, seemingly goes on forever. Only downside is that the batteries are not AA's or anything, they're like...jumbo AA's. not a real type of battery I don't think, so you can't supply your own. other than that, dirt cheap for how ridiculously powerful it is. just...just don't look at it by accident this one: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B08K8H17QJ decent baby flashlight. okay at close range, I can pee farther than it projects at a distance though. whatever distance they're claiming it lights up to is a lie. still, good for keeping in the car, pocket, purse, etc.
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Dec 6, 2021 04:40
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The jumbo AA batteries are 18650s. They are used in vaporizers and you absolutely can get your own. Edit: but you should be very loving careful about which (counterfeit) 18650 you buy. They will start fires.
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Dec 6, 2021 04:41
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Looking for decent underwear because Hanes has somehow gotten even worse. I have 2 pair of Ex Officio boxer briefs and theyre perfect but they were 25 dollars apiece. Is there anything slightly less costly I can get in a 5-10 pack for when I'm not going to be very active? Edit: Ahhh screw it I'm just gonna buy 5 more EO's and get 1-2 a month until I have a giant collection of the perfect underwear. Rolo has a new favorite as of 16:47 on Dec 7, 2021 |
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Dec 7, 2021 16:39
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Rolo posted:Edit: Ahhh screw it I'm just gonna buy 5 more EO's and get 1-2 a month until I have a giant collection of the perfect underwear. That’s the way to go, I have like 10-14 pairs now. If it’s any consolation, they last forever. I have 7 year old pairs of EO that the fabric is just recently beginning to pill a bit but are still fine. Fwiw I machine wash them and hang them to dry (my Darn Tough socks, too). E: REI sells them and if you’re a member, they send out 20% off coupons all the time. Lawen has a new favorite as of 18:24 on Dec 7, 2021 |
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Dec 7, 2021 18:16
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DKNY has some microfiber-y modal-ish briefs/boxers that are quite comfortable and have lasted me for several years now. I need to sit down and order a few more sets. Iirc it’s the “micro stretch” line.
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Dec 7, 2021 18:31
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Rolo posted:Looking for decent underwear because Hanes has somehow gotten even worse. I have 2 pair of Ex Officio boxer briefs and theyre perfect but they were 25 dollars apiece. Is there anything slightly less costly I can get in a 5-10 pack for when I'm not going to be very active? I’ve had bad luck with EO the past couple years. Hem stitches failing very consistently within one or two wears. Customer service due to COVID was terrible when I tried to get them addressed. Sent in a pair for exchange, took over 6 months. Once I was able to get through to someone, the replacement pairs did the same thing.
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Dec 7, 2021 19:03
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Lawen posted:That’s the way to go, I have like 10-14 pairs now. If it’s any consolation, they last forever. I have 7 year old pairs of EO that the fabric is just recently beginning to pill a bit but are still fine. Fwiw I machine wash them and hang them to dry (my Darn Tough socks, too). I am both a member and store credit card holder. I really like REI. So I went in, got some underwear and a new Patagonia button down and some SmartWool socks and-
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Dec 7, 2021 20:54
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Rolo posted:Looking for decent underwear because Hanes has somehow gotten even worse. I have 2 pair of Ex Officio boxer briefs and theyre perfect but they were 25 dollars apiece. Is there anything slightly less costly I can get in a 5-10 pack for when I'm not going to be very active? Thats the move. They frequently go on sale for ~$16, and I loaded up last time I saw them at that price.
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Dec 8, 2021 15:15
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I like these boxer briefs a lot. Never heard of the brand before, but they're airy and hold up reasonably well.
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Dec 8, 2021 17:59
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Rolo posted:Looking for decent underwear because Hanes has somehow gotten even worse. I have 2 pair of Ex Officio boxer briefs and theyre perfect but they were 25 dollars apiece. Is there anything slightly less costly I can get in a 5-10 pack for when I'm not going to be very active? I've been getting mine for years from MeUndies and they've held up well. Much more expensive than the Hanes/FotL ones I used to get, but much higher quality.
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Dec 8, 2021 18:06
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Ex Officios are great but they’re hardly unique anymore. Columbia and other brands have the same design and pretty much the same material. I actually slightly prefer the Columbia ones because they seem more durable.
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Dec 8, 2021 19:24
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I looked up a couple of the underwear brands mentioned and saw wirecutter recommend these ones by Saxx It doesn’t seem that comfortable really but for $32 it better be, that’s $16 per ball
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Dec 12, 2021 03:56
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My experience with saxx is that they develop holes in about 2 years. And there is no fly. I won’t buy any more
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Dec 12, 2021 05:10
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mlnhd posted:And there is no fly Well that part sounds good at least
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Dec 12, 2021 05:17
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Snowy posted:I looked up a couple of the underwear brands mentioned and saw wirecutter recommend these ones by Saxx Duluth Trading Co has a similar style that I tried a pair of and really didn't like it. But hey everyone has a different tackle setup so v0v
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Dec 12, 2021 05:26
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mlnhd posted:And there is no fly. My underwear always has a fly. And stink lines.
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Dec 12, 2021 06:35
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Any suggestions for a power meter plug that isn’t huge? All the ones I’ve been able to find on Amazon have a screen and look very large. I want to use a dehumidifier in a specific room and was very curious to see how much energy it draws over a week.
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Dec 16, 2021 01:18
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Are dudes really sticking their dick through the fly to pee? That seems like a hassle.
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Dec 16, 2021 01:43
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Inzombiac posted:Are dudes really sticking their dick through the fly to pee? No but it adds another millimeter or so of bulk, which is always helpful
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Dec 16, 2021 02:28
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Inzombiac posted:Are dudes really sticking their dick through the fly to pee? It can be helpful if you are wearing multiple layers in the cold (e.g. hiking/camping, winter sports, etc.), cause it can be kind of a pain in the rear end to pull all of your pants/leggings down rather than just putting your dick through the fly. Edge cases for sure, tho
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Dec 16, 2021 02:34
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I’m genuinely confused. How is reaching in the fly and pulling your dick out in any way a hassle? It’s pretty easy. Definitely less of a hassle than unbuckling your belt and dropping trou. Men’s underpants without a fly are an abomination.
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Dec 16, 2021 07:04
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Lawen posted:I’m genuinely confused. How is reaching in the fly and pulling your dick out in any way a hassle? It’s pretty easy. Definitely less of a hassle than unbuckling your belt and dropping trou. Look, you get bit by the zipper once, you go over the top instead. Plus there are super cute boxer briefs out there that don't have a fly so I'll just deal.
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Dec 16, 2021 07:11
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Takes so much longer to get in and out of the flap comfortably. I have no idea how some people seem to do it instantly.
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Dec 17, 2021 05:47
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lol, belts
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Dec 17, 2021 05:58
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Glottis posted:Takes so much longer to get in and out of the flap comfortably. I have no idea how some people seem to do it instantly. I'm a drop and flop adherent but I'm pretty sure the open sesame is just a matter of practice and muscle memory.
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Dec 17, 2021 07:51
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This topic is giving me deja vu. I feel like I’ve asked this question before, maybe in this very thread: For those of you who pull down instead of using the fly, do you pull the waistband down so it’s between your dick and balls, do you pull it all the way down under your balls, or do you hold it down and out of the way with your 2nd hand? All seem flawed to me. If you pull it halfway down so it’s between your dick and balls, doesn’t the elastic waistband press on your urethra and restrict your flow? If you pull it all the way down below your balls, don’t your balls get cold, get splashback from urinals, or just make you feel ridiculous that you’ve taken your balls out to pee? If you hold the waistband with your second hand, you can’t goof around on your phone while you piss. Unacceptable. Please, help me understand your mysterious ways.
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Dec 17, 2021 15:17
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Lawen posted:This topic is giving me deja vu. I feel like I’ve asked this question before, maybe in this very thread: Waistband between the pinky and ring finger, or held down by the pinky and ring finger. I got 3 more fingers and a palm, and that's enough to handle a grip, 2 shoulder buttons, and a thumbstick. Surely, you can at least use chopsticks. edit: NO PUN INTENDED signalnoise has a new favorite as of 15:25 on Dec 17, 2021 |
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Dec 17, 2021 15:22
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I undo my belt, button and fly then piss out the open area I made for myself. My balls don’t get cold because I’m only taking my dick out, why would I take my balls all the way out. I cannot imagine pulling my dick through my zipper or pulling my pants down over my junk while they’re still fastened. What the hell is wrong with you people.
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Dec 17, 2021 15:22
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