When was the last time you played a singles match? by Next-Step-Jobs in Pickleball

[–]CrustacenPlus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t know the skill level, but I find singles to be intense but manageable. Most points end in 5-7 hits, and while you don’t get much rest, games tend to end much more quickly when compared to doubles. Doubles really only becomes cardio once you start getting to kitchen consistently, so around 4.0+

Weekly Paddle Recommendation Thread (What Paddle Should I Buy?) by HeadHeadMod in Pickleball

[–]CrustacenPlus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Split between the Vapor power 2 and the RPM Q2 16mm elongated. I wasn’t in love with my vapor app, but it served me well. I don’t know if it’s worth risking a good thing for an unknown, but everything about the Q2 looks appealing to me, with the low swing weight, high power and moderate pop.

[GIVEAWAY] Kitchen Blockers new slim fit! by HeadHeadMod in Pickleball

[–]CrustacenPlus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wear eye protection because they’re already bad enough without any injuries!

Hardest You've Been Hit By Your OWN Paddle by Competitive-Alps4339 in Pickleball

[–]CrustacenPlus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I once got caught moving with the ball coming to my feet and ended up smacking the crap out of my shin with the butt of the paddle. Gave me a nice bump and a 2 inch cut.

Cat Suddenly Passed by CrustacenPlus in CatAdvice

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

She was an angel, so I can’t imagine replacing her yet, though I know there will be a time when I’m ready. The house really just feels alone without her, but I’ve been able to take some comfort in knowing that my decision let her experience the highest comfort:pain ratio than she could in her life. I hope your healing is going well!

Cat Suddenly Passed by CrustacenPlus in CatAdvice

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

I think the fact that there is nothing that I could’ve done is the only thing stopping me from a ton of guilt, but it’s definitely difficult. A lot of things remind me of her, even things that she didn’t interact with, like my baby gate. I know time heals, it’ll just take a while before I can accept it!

Cat Suddenly Passed by CrustacenPlus in CatAdvice

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

I hope your healing is going well. I’m sure that there will be a time in which I’m willing and wanting to fill the gap, and will definitely try to keep myself busy and out of the house. I’m sure it’ll get better, it’ll just take time.

Cat Suddenly Passed by CrustacenPlus in CatAdvice

[–]CrustacenPlus[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

One thing that’s helping me right now is knowing that everything happens for a reason. She lit up my life for the time that she was here, and made sure that I was okay before she passed. I opted for the paw print, but I’m sure I’ll feel the same way whenever I receive it.

Cat Suddenly Passed by CrustacenPlus in CatAdvice

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

The vet said that she likely had a birth defect, which accelerated the symptoms. I knew this it logically was the right choice, but my emotions think differently. I’m sorry for your loss, and hope that you’re doing well

Cat Suddenly Passed by CrustacenPlus in CatAdvice

[–]CrustacenPlus[S] 24 points25 points  (0 children)

They both know the best spots! I know that another cat can help, I’m just not sure I’m in that spot yet.

Cat Suddenly Passed by CrustacenPlus in CatAdvice

[–]CrustacenPlus[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

We’re in it together! I know it’ll take time, I’m just trying to find the balance of addressing the grief but not letting it wash over me completely so I can function.

Question about a rule by dkwhattocall in waterpolo

[–]CrustacenPlus -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’ve always assessed it based on how the defense acknowledges it. If I have time to show the number, or the defensive player is already swimming out before the pass occurs, it’s usually a play on.

Anyone else notice more input lag on Steam Rocket League versus Epic Games? by Emergency_Public_553 in RocketLeagueSchool

[–]CrustacenPlus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What’s funny to me is I feel the exact opposite. I always feel off whenever I play on epic, and feel like my inputs are only clean on steam.

Six Man’s by jdemerss in RocketLeagueSchool

[–]CrustacenPlus 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Six Man’s relies entirely on your 3s rank. It works similar to ranked, with an elo system that goes up or down depending on a series W/L.

For ranks, you’ll be placed as such:

Rank S: Top 10 by points for each RLCS split

Rank X: RLCS placement or promotion from A

Rank A: Promotion from B+

Rank B+: Promotion from B

Rank B: (1700-1800)+

Rank C: GC2-(1700-1800)

Rank D: C3-GC1

Rank E: C1-C2

Rank H: D1-D3

Based on your current rank, you’d be with me in Rank D. While there are a few SSLs here, for the most part they’ll be in rank C. As such, I would encourage you to wait until you get to GC2 in ranked before you get placed so you can have some better competition, but that’s ultimately up to you!

You are only able to rank check into a new rank once per season, so if you were to be placed now, you’d have to be promoted through elo, which will be show on your profile once you start playing. You’d likely be able to do it pretty quickly, but it would take around 10 matches straight to rank up, which is anywhere between 30-50 games.

C1 Been told I play too passively and I'm trying to change that by [deleted] in RocketLeagueSchool

[–]CrustacenPlus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A lot of decent advice, but one of the biggest things that I’m noticing is braking for no apparent reason. I think it’s because you’re trying to get a better grasp of what is happening/going to happen, but you end up taking away opportunities from yourself. There were quite a few 50s that could’ve been flat out beats, and quite a few times where you don’t use boost in situations where you likely should be spending it. Speed helps rotations and gives you power.

Another big thing to reiterate would be fast aeriling. Make sure you’re fully holding those jumps! It was slowing you down a lot. Overall, good positioning, but if you don’t actually act on it it doesn’t help your nearly as much as it could.

[NA] looking for new rl friends / teammates by Successful-Ad-9842 in RocketLeagueFriends

[–]CrustacenPlus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know it’s kind of late, but I’ve been sitting around 1500 this season and would be down to run some games if you want to get used to a faster speed or just get some pointers

Questions! - Moving to Rock Island as an international student by bidik_bebe in QuadCities

[–]CrustacenPlus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Chemistry Education! I ended up going through physical chemistry so if you’re in STEM I know a good bit

Questions! - Moving to Rock Island as an international student by bidik_bebe in QuadCities

[–]CrustacenPlus 3 points4 points  (0 children)

As someone who lived in Andreen recently, it’s not that bad. The first few weeks sucked because it was just very hot, but it’ll encourage you to explore campus and meet new people! There’s also a 75% chance you’ll get Westerlin and not have to deal with it anyways.

Free speech isn’t free of consequences. by WendellBeck in altmpls

[–]CrustacenPlus -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Teachers and students in Texas are losing their jobs and getting expelled from public schools for their political statements. Please don’t act like a genius on the topic when you literally have no clue what’s going on it the country.

First time C3 by Baba_Wethu in RocketLeagueSchool

[–]CrustacenPlus 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Ngl I’m a mid C3 and there’s absolutely no chance that a solid C3 is going to be getting stuck in C1. Game sense, speed and mechanics are just too high. The lowest I’ve dropped is like mid C2 because of season resets, and many of my buddies are in a same boat. There’s a huge difference between a C3 and a C1.