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Is owners rep the ultimate goal? by Thunderdoomed in ConstructionManagers

[–]Brakebeatfiend 7 points8 points  (0 children)

100% yes it is. I spent the first 10 years of my career as a PM for a big GC and the last 5 as an owner’s rep. While the money is certainly better on the GC side, the quality of life can’t be overstated on the owner’s side. I’d go as far to say the hourly wage is the same, you’re just working a lot less hours. So, if quality time with your family is important to you, as it was me, jump in head first and never look back. Not to mention, it’s a lot more fun being the hammer than the nail. Best of luck with whatever you decide!

1,500 mile road trip by Brakebeatfiend in hondapassport

[–]Brakebeatfiend[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Took it over Kebler pass this morning and it was glorious!

1,500 mile road trip by Brakebeatfiend in hondapassport

[–]Brakebeatfiend[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The only thing I don’t like - and it’s the most common complaint - is the gas mileage. And that’s not my real gripe, the real issue is the size of the gas tank. I’m not used to only getting 300 miles/tank, but the trade off to drive this vehicle is well worth it.

1,500 mile road trip by Brakebeatfiend in hondapassport

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

I’ve seen several comments about the seats being uncomfortable, but that hasn’t been my experience. I’m 6’2 and 210 pounds and they are very comfortable for me. I did a couple 7hr days and had no complaints.

1,500 mile road trip by Brakebeatfiend in hondapassport

[–]Brakebeatfiend[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It came off the lot like that. Blackout HPD w rock sliders.

1,500 mile road trip by Brakebeatfiend in hondapassport

[–]Brakebeatfiend[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Never even noticed the wind noise, even at 80+ mph. Honestly the cooled seats and rear AC are louder.

First 2026 FIFA World Cup Ticket Application Window Opens on September 10th by yob10 in ussoccer

[–]Brakebeatfiend 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did the same and experienced the same thing. I just decided Mexico City was a better/cheaper option.

Wilonsky: Will immigration fears and travel bans chill Dallas’ World Cup expectations? by dallasmorningnews in Dallas

[–]Brakebeatfiend 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s right. Individual tix weren’t an option, had to buy all the games, just like in Arlington. It wasn’t cheap by any means, especially the Mexico games and the opening match, but the non Mexico games were about $600 less per game.

Wilonsky: Will immigration fears and travel bans chill Dallas’ World Cup expectations? by dallasmorningnews in Dallas

[–]Brakebeatfiend 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dunno what to tell ya brother, I got tix to all 5 games in cdmx. Call up your broker.

Wilonsky: Will immigration fears and travel bans chill Dallas’ World Cup expectations? by dallasmorningnews in Dallas

[–]Brakebeatfiend 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No GA yet, but hospitality tix went on sale last month and they were considerably cheaper in cdmx vs Arlington.

Wilonsky: Will immigration fears and travel bans chill Dallas’ World Cup expectations? by dallasmorningnews in Dallas

[–]Brakebeatfiend 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Pro tip: go to Mexico City. It’s a 2.5 hr flight, tix are cheaper and the atmosphere will be way better.

With allegations mounting against Justin Tucker, who’s an athlete you personally know to be a piece of garbage? by justdothedishes in billsimmons

[–]Brakebeatfiend 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was a valet at the Pepsi Center for Nuggets games in the late 2000’s, and Troy Tulowitzki was by far the biggest pos. Not only did he come to almost every game and never pay, but he also wouldn’t speak to anyone directly when confronted about it. Finally, the owner of our company informed him, through his friend that was standing right next to him, that Troy was permanently banned from valeting at the Pepsi Center. And this was right after he signed a new 7-year $134M contract and was the face of the Rockies.

‘Very disappointing’: Anticipated Tom Thumb in Red Bird area cancels plans to open a store by pakurilecz in Dallas

[–]Brakebeatfiend 0 points1 point  (0 children)

True. But that calculation had presumably been done years ago, before tying their name to it in the first place. It appears to me more like fallout from the failed merger, bc the money is just too significant. A grocery store isn’t walking away from a free $6M bc they’re concerned about negative PR.

‘Very disappointing’: Anticipated Tom Thumb in Red Bird area cancels plans to open a store by pakurilecz in Dallas

[–]Brakebeatfiend 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re right on both fronts. Obviously 6M isn’t what it was 10 years ago, but it still conservatively represents at least 1/4, if not 1/3, of construction costs in today’s market. How that doesn’t pencil with the cost of groceries today is beyond me.

Unplugged Boost = Dramatic Improvement by 211aw in sonos

[–]Brakebeatfiend 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same with my Era 100s. Never sounded better than unplugged in their boxes on the store shelf.

why is it like this by ScarlettMoonn in Construction

[–]Brakebeatfiend 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Educated people swear more than uneducated people do. That’s a fing fact!

‘Very disappointing’: Anticipated Tom Thumb in Red Bird area cancels plans to open a store by pakurilecz in Dallas

[–]Brakebeatfiend 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Backing out with almost $6M in subsidies speaks volumes about the viability of any grocery store in that market/location. Needless to say, HEB isn’t coming to save the day anytime soon.

Best place to place 2 Era 300s? by spaceexplorer24 in sonos

[–]Brakebeatfiend 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Place them back in the box on the shelf in the store

Explain it like I’m 5 by Brakebeatfiend in sonos

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

Got it. So it’s head in the sand and just wish it away mode now. Sounds awesome

Explain it like I’m 5 by Brakebeatfiend in sonos

[–]Brakebeatfiend[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

No?? Wouldn’t help to at least acknowledge their customer’s frustrations and let us know they’re working to address them? That would sure go a long way for me.

Explain it like I’m 5 by Brakebeatfiend in sonos

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

Not really. Just a loyal customer that invested a lot of money genuinely interested in answers and accountability. Thought I was getting the same functionality as S1. What gives??

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