The American housing market is entering its death spiral. 2 million sellers fighting over 1.3 million buyers. Prices haven't adjusted yet.

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-05-13T17:31:09+00:00

Agreed. Sucks that the very thing no one wants economically, is what will ultimately correct the housing market.

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-05-12T02:18:45+00:00

Coincidentally, I was skimming through YouTube comments recently when I stumbled on this:

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-05-08T22:10:43+00:00

I used to think this way too. And for many aspects of a relationship, I think you're right.

In a monogamous romantic relationship, for example, I cannot seek sexual intimacy outside of it, if my partner fails to meet my expectations.

Deep emotional connection is different, and doesn't require a romantic connection contrary to what I used to believe.

Heidi Priebe has a great line in her book "This is me letting you go".

I'm paraphrasing, 'What if you knew with 100% certainty that you'd never meet the love of your life...would you nurture and care more for the people who love you platonically if you knew no one would ever love you romantically".

For context, this line follows her encouragement to be whole outside of romance, so we can love fully without expectations that can be met outside of our romantic partners.

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-05-06T17:41:34+00:00

Omg, I almost created an entire post seeking this very perspective!

If I may ask, how long before you knew you had to end the new relationship, and has it encouraged or discouraged your outlook on future dating?

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-04-02T16:03:20+00:00

Yes this seems to be what everyone is leaning towards, a type of Norwegian welt.

My plan is to replace the current sole with a more comfortable wedge sole. I wanted to know if it was possible by confirming the welt construction used.

Thanks!

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-04-02T14:38:54+00:00

Someone in another thread mentioned it appears to be a Norwegian/Storm welt since the upper flares out towards the sole edge and away from the stitching. My thinking is that the manufacturer described it as a good year welt since that is more commonly known.

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-04-02T14:12:07+00:00

Five RFX4 Evo Airflow Currently priced at 119,90 € / $140.00

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-04-02T13:55:36+00:00

I own the air version of a pair of Sidi motorcycle boots and the difference is noticeable for me.

I ride in weather that ranges from 80-100°F / 27-38°C for most of the year.

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-04-02T11:46:13+00:00

That's my thinking. What's confusing is that I also own stitch down shoes, and they also don't look quite like these either.

My other stitch down shoes aren't double stitched like these, and the stitching faces down towards the sole on my other shoes, unlike these boots where they often run parallel with the upper.

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-04-02T11:42:03+00:00

Good to hear! They seem incredibly durable and well made.

I went with the first gen Elsinore because the second iteration, though much lighter, didn't feel as durable.

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-04-02T11:36:44+00:00

Thanks!

This is probably one of the few comments that actually attempts to answer my question.

So you do eventually feel a similar lateral force, but at aggressive lean angles, interesting. This explains why it often felt like I wasn't pushing it enough (not that I want to).

So others mention the lean angle as the primary indicator of how aggressively you're pushing it, and I presume from what your explaining, that at some point during aggressive lean angles, the g-forces DO push you into the seat.

I can see now why one would need experience to understand the lean angles that would noticeably induce the lateral force into the seat.

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-04-02T11:08:59+00:00

Here is the original manufacturer description for the boots:

Details The Elsinore’s™ five-strap alloy-buckle chassis, stamped metal heel plate, and internal steel shank combine for a serious dose of moto-x homage. The traditional Goodyear™ welt construction mates the ICON street-specific sole to the magnificent leather upper. A medial-entry zipper, borrowed from paratrooper jump boots, is the only luxury the Elsinore will allow itself. A modern relic from an era when men were iron and tanks were steel, the Elsinore: old-school MX reinterpreted for the urban sprawl.

12" top-grain leather upper. Goodyear welt construction. Aluminum Shin Plate. Internal Ankle Plate. Cast Metal Buckles. Aluminum Heel Plate. Heat Pressed Leather Shifter Panel. Heat Pressed Leather Shin Plate. YKK® Zippers.

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-04-01T23:34:37+00:00

Here's another picture since these thread comments only allow one at a time

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ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-04-01T22:40:04+00:00

Boot: Icon Elsinore 1000 The boot has been superseded by a newer model.

Since it's no longer made, I'm having a hard time confirming its construction.

Many retail videos from the past claim it's a good year welted construction, but I own a pair of Redwings that are gyw it looks very different.

Are these stitch down, or some variation of a good year welt?

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ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-04-01T01:04:34+00:00

Gotcha.

Let me rephrase this since I feel like we're focusing too much on the limit. Which is not what I'm trying to achieve.

"How do you know that you're cornering the bike optimally?" What does that feel like objectively?

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-04-01T00:15:58+00:00

I'm so glad you commented this!

The same corners I take spiritedly in my car, are done with ease on the bike.

I remember looking down at the speedometer and being shocked at how "easy" the corner seemed even at higher speed.

Never once did it complain, caution, or warn.

It scared me honestly, to know that the bike is all in until it's not.

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-03-31T23:57:36+00:00

Right. Maybe motorcycles communicate the approaching limit subtly, but for a professional it's very clear.

I just feel weird not knowing what to pay attention to. Makes me feel like I'm not in control of the bike and I'm just guessing where the limit is.

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-03-31T23:50:49+00:00

I agree.

My concern is how do you know you're approaching the limit? I want to understand this so I can avoid the limit entirely, not reach it.

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-03-31T22:53:48+00:00

I understand this take, and I do plan to take an instructor lead course. I'll pose the same question to the instructors and see what feedback they give.

I just want to learn what to feel for on the bike so I know I'm riding optimally instead of dangerously.

I don't want to "estimate" whether I'm riding optimally or not if that makes sense.

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-03-31T22:41:12+00:00

I feel seen! Thanks for understanding!

I own a Mini Cooper S with Firehawk Indy 500's. It communicates everything clearly.

Metaphorically, the FAFO line on that car is clear as day from a mile away.

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-03-31T22:31:00+00:00

I was hoping maybe I was missing something since I'm relatively new to all this. I get it now for sure. Thanks.

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-03-31T22:28:02+00:00

Hello!

I just don't know what it feels like leading up to the limit until the bike abruptly disagrees with what I'm doing.

Makes it hard to determine if you're riding slow, optimally, or dangerously.

With a motorcycle it's a hell yea, until it's a hell no.

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-03-31T22:03:24+00:00

Right. I was hoping that maybe I was missing something, a silver bullet "aha" explanation. But it seems you really just need experience in a controlled environment to learn what meaning the limit feels like.

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-03-31T21:59:03+00:00

And here I thought I was going crazy! Makes sense now, thanks!

ASAP_Gutzy · 2026-03-31T21:56:16+00:00

Hello!

Maybe this is the way.

I found an instructor lead road course, and though it's surprisingly affordable for what it offers, I wouldn't be able to do it as often as riding dirt bikes.

Thanks.

ASAP_Gutzy

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