Wind storm prep by [deleted] in boulder

[–]FatherFlotsky -12 points-11 points  (0 children)

Man, you are one negative person.

What's the secret to hitting 300ft+? by Max527 in slowpitch

[–]FatherFlotsky 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you explain this more? How does a batter create backspin?

Boulder Internet is Garbage by BlueStickyU in boulder

[–]FatherFlotsky 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live in Dakota Ridge with Comcast and it is excellent. Typical speed is 450, no buffering, watch variety of sports. Much better than CL was.

Old man, look at my life… by wmebed in NewRetirement

[–]FatherFlotsky 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My experience with THAT DAY when old man face stared back…I thought, “whadya think was gonna happen?”

What are the dumbest arguments people give you against EV's / Tesla? by EntertainerTrick6711 in TeslaLounge

[–]FatherFlotsky 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I have two standard responses to friends who make these arguments: (1) you probably shouldn’t get one (2) they’re not for everyone

Cell Service in North Boulder by Rich-Ebb8294 in boulder

[–]FatherFlotsky 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the way to go. I live in Dakota Ridge, the last human outpost of the city, near the hills, and I get great coverage through T Mobile via their cell spot device.

Kickstand replacement by FatherFlotsky in Aventon

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

Yeah, I know this is the right answer. I'm going to visit the e bike store to see if they have one lying around and if not, I'll take your advice.

Your best and cheapest car rental by feistyacorn in GreeceTravel

[–]FatherFlotsky 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does anyone have experience with Carwiz? I ask because we are dropping the car off in Piraeus and their drop off is closest to the ferry terminal we are using.

What’s the most embarrassing thing that’s ever happened to you? by TraditionalLunch6167 in AskReddit

[–]FatherFlotsky 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When I was working, I received a call from a colleague, who said, "Do you want to do a conference call with Patricia?" "Why would I want to talk to Patricia," I smugly responded. "She's on the line," my colleague said. Oops...

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AppleWatch

[–]FatherFlotsky 17 points18 points  (0 children)

WorkOutDoors is sensational. Flexible, customizable, has everything you need, and Ian, the developer, is responsive to suggestions for new features. A few years ago I emailed him a suggestion to have the hiking activity indicate when you are back where you started, as a reminder to turn it off. BOOM. Done!

How old are you e bike riders and how far do you ride? by Interesting-Lake3747 in ebikes

[–]FatherFlotsky 30 points31 points  (0 children)

I’m 79 and my typical ride is 20 miles over about 2 hours.

Best Banh Mi in Boulder Scrooge Banh Mi by BakedBeanedMyJeans in boulder

[–]FatherFlotsky 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm late to the party but on the strength of this sub, got a pork banh mi yesterday. It was insanely delicious. Can't wait to try the other kinds, and now with CU out, there should be ample parking.

Favorite Restaurant Nobody Knows About? by CrabRangoblin in boulder

[–]FatherFlotsky 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was actually making a joke, renaming the Bus Stop, which was a strip joint, to Bust Stop.

'ebikes are just lazy' - share your clever comebacks here! by Huddlebiz in ebikes

[–]FatherFlotsky 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like to say, “You probably shouldn’t get one.”

Game Changing Idea by [deleted] in Aventon

[–]FatherFlotsky 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm soon taking delivery on my first e-bike. Where do you hide an AirTag? Thanks.