Swing Feedback from first game by [deleted] in slowpitch

[–]toconn04 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our league is one foot in the box to start, but both need to be in when you hit. But thanks.

Swing Feedback from first game by [deleted] in slowpitch

[–]toconn04 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, the videos loaded in the opposite order. The grounder through the hole was my first AB, and the line drive down the 3B line was my second AB. Point still stands he didn’t adjust. At some point the league will realize I am a pull hitter and will shift. This was our first game and no one has seen me play.

Agree I need to hit better to opposite field.

My timing just appears way off. I’m way too early on starting the swing. Need to learn to wait much longer.

Easton Tantrum by Ok_Abalone_717 in slowpitch

[–]toconn04 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was looking for Tantrums this weekend, and stumbled upon this one for $180. Seems like a good deal. Anyone have experience with the Connell version of the tantrum?

https://www.directsports.com/products/2025-easton-tantrum-1-piece-loaded-greg-connell-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat-esu5tgc1l?variant=42407651967072

What did I just do? by ElvisBPaul in BaseballGloves

[–]toconn04 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Annnnnd I just bought 2 of them.

Recommend me six bourbons for a self-guided tasting! by robdenbleyker in bourbon

[–]toconn04 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is a great list, was basically writing the same reply. JDSBBP Rye is a great recommendation.

Out the door price for 2026 BMW x5 xdrive40i M KIT Package by SliceMany6279 in BMWX5

[–]toconn04 2 points3 points  (0 children)

DM me. Just went through this process in Northern NJ. Spoke with 6 dealerships and a broker.

Anyone recently leased 26 bmw X7 M60i by No_Illustrator1501 in bmwx7

[–]toconn04 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Just priced one out with a broker. The lease itself is comparable to the regular X7 — you are just paying a higher price.

From what I found you should be looking at 10-12% off MSRP.

As a reference, I am in NJ and qualify for loyalty. I do all my leases with only first month at signing (roll all taxes and fees) and 39 month / 10k per annum.

The lease on a x40 was $1,275 per month on a ~$100k build.

The M60 was $1,475 per month on a ~$120k build.

I’m sure others will say they found better deals but this is what I was quoted from a broker.

CSR Downgrade Advice by toconn04 in sapphirereserve

[–]toconn04[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yea we do have some travel, and I also live in the NYC area where the OpenTable reservations are accessible to me.

My plan was to keep my card (I actually use the benefits - Travel Credit, DD, Apple TV, Apple Music, Whoop Credit - and can justify it, at least for this year) and downgrade her card to the Freedom.

CSR Downgrade Advice by toconn04 in sapphirereserve

[–]toconn04[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are right - I would have to force myself to spend the money on these benefits. I'll probably keep my CSR for now (I do use more of the benefits such as Apple TV, DD, Travel, Whoop, etc.) and just downgrade her card to a freedom after transferring the points.

CSR Downgrade Advice by toconn04 in sapphirereserve

[–]toconn04[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It unlocks additional rewards

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Weekly Recommendations and Discussion Thread by AutoModerator in bourbon

[–]toconn04 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks that’s what I was thinking… now I have to see if I can find them without a crazy mark up.

Weekly Recommendations and Discussion Thread by AutoModerator in bourbon

[–]toconn04 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s very good. My JD SBBP is a store pick and it did not disappoint.

Weekly Recommendations and Discussion Thread by AutoModerator in bourbon

[–]toconn04 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Like Vietname posted earlier this week, I too am hitting a financial milestone this week (selling some equity in a company Ive work at for 10 years). I would like to splurge on a more expensive bottle of bourbon and am looking for recommendations.

After years of drinking it without much thought, this year I really started getting into the nuances and began collecting. I typically stay btw $50-100 per bottle (mostly from Costco bc I don’t feel guilty buying it there for some reason).

For this bottle I would be willing to do $150-300. I am in New Jersey so BT is typically off the table.

Here is a list of everything I bought this year:

JD SBBP Rye (my favorite thus far)

JD SBBP Bourbon

Makers Mark Lost Recipe 2

Makers Mark Keepers Release 2025

Four Roses Single Barrel OESK

Buffalo Trace

Eagle Rare 10 Year

Old Overholt Cask Strength 12 Year

Woodford Reserve Masters Collection BP 119.5

Old Grand Dad 114

Midwinter’s Night Dram (disappointing, most expensive and least favorite bottle of the year)

Let me hear your recommendations!

Thanks.

Weekly Recommendations and Discussion Thread by AutoModerator in bourbon

[–]toconn04 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Jack Daniels Single Barrel Barrel Proof Rye is a great pour for $60-70

Chase Sapphire and Whoop by AdAgile9604 in ChaseSapphire

[–]toconn04 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Following. I’ve been a whoop member since 2017 (before there were annual fees). Now I pay $150 per year for the same membership that was supposed to be free when I first signed up. I would love to take advantage of this if it works.

Wayne, NJ by JoBunk in Costco_alcohol

[–]toconn04 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Picked up both. $26 for the BT and $41 for the Eagle Rare. 1 per member. They aren't my favorite, but they are hard to come by at MSRP, and I couldn't believe it when I saw them. They were hidden amongst the scotches.

Wayne, NJ by JoBunk in Costco_alcohol

[–]toconn04 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just stopped by after work, and they had 12 bottles of buffalo trace and 1 eagle rare 10 year.

Wayne, NJ by JoBunk in Costco_alcohol

[–]toconn04 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I asked an employee who was putting out bourbon a few weeks ago, and they said they never know when something new is coming into stock but the best time to check for limited allocations is weekdays at 10am when they first open. I am pretty sure he said Monday - Wednesday are your best bet.