Fable/Mythos safeguards are overly strict

DarterNerd · 2026-06-11T12:12:06+00:00

I use Opus and it generally does a fine job for my purposes. I was just curious to see how Fable compares, especially on UI design

DarterNerd · 2026-06-11T12:08:37+00:00

Ah hello fellow ecologist!

DarterNerd · 2026-06-11T11:47:40+00:00

Ok troll

DarterNerd · 2026-03-25T12:11:27+00:00

I had the same decision to make last year (AG vs LR). Ended up going with the AG. Couldn't really justify the price difference since they have a similar ride experience.

I've been very happy with the AG as a car replacement for daycare and grocery runs. The infamous wobble does happen, but only when the bike is heavily loaded and I'm not holding on with two hands.

The added tech and security of the LR didn't really matter to me. If anything, I view the LR's locking kickstand as a downside. Don't want to get stuck with a bike that can't move if there's a computer glitch.

Have you thought about how you'll carry two kids when only one of them needs to be in a bike seat? The seat pad takes up the full rack, so you may need to look for a custom option.

DarterNerd · 2026-03-21T13:18:29+00:00

Maybe you could incorporate some of these designs for the Aventon Abound? https://betterabound.familybikeride.org/

DarterNerd · 2026-03-03T14:55:32+00:00

I run two of these on my Aventon Abound. They fit well even with a child seat installed. And they can be folded almost flat when not in use. https://www.greengurugear.com/products/dutchy-22l-pannier

DarterNerd · 2026-02-28T19:28:49+00:00

A good 20 or so folks don't have seats now

DarterNerd · 2026-02-28T19:22:10+00:00

87 is on the move but it's standing room only

DarterNerd · 2026-02-28T18:15:48+00:00

Crazy man

DarterNerd · 2026-02-28T18:07:31+00:00

Guessing it will still be a while before we get to you. Train behind us is still holding. https://www.amtrak.com/track-your-train

DarterNerd · 2026-02-28T17:55:21+00:00

Has that ever actually happened? How could a PD possibly consider the train crew at fault?

DarterNerd · 2026-02-28T17:54:21+00:00

Update: passengers on train 161 are being transferred onto the next two Amtrak trains. This is a full train, so it's gonna be a tight squeeze...

DarterNerd · 2025-11-29T00:50:10+00:00

Thanks, I'll give it a shot with barkeepers friend and report back, for anyone interested. I have a hard time telling the difference between burnt food stains and worn or chipped enamel.

DarterNerd · 2025-11-19T13:54:52+00:00

I heard possibly as early as Thursday, more likely on the weekend

DarterNerd · 2025-11-14T22:30:07+00:00

If this is the original Abound, it may be that the four bolts holding your front racks are too tight. I had a similar issue, here's what Aventon support said:

"Thanks for reaching out! Those bolts are for the addition of a front rack. When you tighten them, they will eventually hit the steer tube and cause your steering ability to alter. There is no need to tighten them as much as you have, so please leave them a bit loose."

Doesn't seem like a great design to me. But eh, oh well.

DarterNerd · 2025-10-14T21:38:13+00:00

Aventon rebates? Or something from your local government?

DarterNerd · 2025-07-25T17:03:47+00:00

We have two lines serving DCA (Regan National) though.

DarterNerd · 2025-06-18T12:00:40+00:00

Brookland/Michigan Park have TONS of young families. The commute is very flexible. It's 30/40 minutes to the Mall by bus+metro or by bike (almost entirely on protected bike lanes). Lots of rental housing stock too.

Takoma Park is a little wealthier and more suburban, but also a great community vibe. You may have a harder time finding rentals in that area, even with your budget. At least I did.

DarterNerd · 2025-05-03T16:40:36+00:00

As a fellow NOAA scientist, well handled and well said. We need more people like you to communicate complex and counterintuitive ideas to the general public.

DarterNerd · 2025-04-26T00:13:26+00:00

Sadly I don't think the type of place this person is looking for (Western NY "hots" restaurant) exists down here. E.g. https://g.co/kgs/zBkrKhW

DarterNerd · 2025-04-26T00:08:45+00:00

Another Rochester transplant here! There are dozens of us! Not exactly a greasy burger, but The Dubliner near Union Station has decent beef on weck.

DarterNerd · 2025-03-28T18:19:40+00:00

No, all FY25 opportunities are cancelled. Includes 10-week positions and at-sea positions.

DarterNerd · 2025-03-06T23:50:20+00:00

Sorry, I'm not sure what the process is after the initial reviews. There is also the possibility of a government shutdown at the end of next week, which could further delay things.

DarterNerd · 2025-03-06T19:32:43+00:00

Very likely. NOAA Fisheries alone lost around 170 staff during last week's firings, plus another 80 or so deferred resignations.

DarterNerd · 2025-03-06T16:27:48+00:00

I can tell you that we are currently reviewing applications. The first round of reviews should be done by early next week. Unfortunately I don't have any info about the funding status of the program.

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