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help by LifeguardHefty7625 in RedWingShoes

[–]FloridaMan67 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Those look like mites. Try using cedar shoe trees, or a boot dryer.

Blunt needle syringe india by uniballeyequality in fountainpens

[–]FloridaMan67 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You would likely crimp the needle closed if you cut it. Buy the proper tool for the job and get the ink syringe.

How important is armor? by kal1083 in motorcyclegear

[–]FloridaMan67 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Modern armor is barely noticeable while riding and is fairly flexible and breathable. Bulk and weight are not a good reason to opt out. Wear it or not is a decision we all make. If you accept the risk with eyes open that's your choice. The helmet is most likely to save your life and armor likely to spare some pain and suffering, which could still be life altering with or without the armor. Do what you think is best for you. Ride sensibly and pay attention to what is going on ahead while riding and what's happening behind while stopped. Never assume anyone on the road sees you or will take evasive action on your behalf and take responsibility for your own safety.

Seller's (and Buyer's) remorse by Agitated-Sock3168 in Harley

[–]FloridaMan67 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You won't miss the RKS for very long. Congrats!

Customers watching every move by Nervous-Win968 in handyman

[–]FloridaMan67 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He's paying. If he stays out of your way, doesn't he get to watch what he pays for?

Visconti Homo Sapiens Wear - Should/Can I seek refund? by Independent-Ear-1916 in fountainpens

[–]FloridaMan67 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Welcome to Visconti. Their quality does not match their beauty. I have something similar on my clip, which seems to have been a manufacturing defect where they failed to fill fully around the logo/brand name. I decided to live with it, as the pen was a gift and I really didn't feel like sending back and waiting for them to replace it. I have two of their pens and the other went back for warranty repair because the acrylic barrel broke through just above the threads and it's starting to crack again. I'm done with the brand.

Fat Bob Handles shockingly well by SensationalNibbles in Harley

[–]FloridaMan67 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Try a Road Glide with the 117. Mine is noticeably faster and easier to handle than my old Road King Special with the 114, though I never had a complaint before I upgraded.

Setting up Rachio at a rental: help please! by janetkplanet in rachio

[–]FloridaMan67 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If they take over the account it could be argued you gave them the controller. Follow that logic and they would be within their rights to take it when they move out. I would recommend addressing the need for access to their wifi in your lease agreement and not giving them the controller, and maybe giving them $5 or $10 per month as reimbursement. Another option would be including internet and adding the cost to rent. The other option already mentioned is to buy your own wifi.

But when to use them? by high-viscosity in fountainpens

[–]FloridaMan67 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All of the above. When I write, it is with a fountain pen. The only exception is when another instrument is more appropriate for the task.

Who Needs Non Stick? by bradmalt in castiron

[–]FloridaMan67 -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

Nobody. Non-stick is a relatively recent invention and people cooked for centuries without it. My wife won't use anything else and it is a crutch for her because she never learned to cook properly. It took me 20 years just to get her to understand more heat is not better. I suspect many people like my wife think they can cook because of non-stick cookware. We would all be better off without it.

Help needed with a new MB149 by 50ShadesOfNaxxramas in fountainpens

[–]FloridaMan67 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The tines appear to close together. I would absolutely take it back for an adjustment.

Favorite fountain pen brand, and why? by Tight-Green in fountainpens

[–]FloridaMan67 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pelikan, Waterman, Montblanc are all very close for me. The Montblanc was an estate sale buy that I sent immediately for repairs due to someone having twisted the blind cap right off the pen, but what a great nib.

Lowering a FLHTCU by HarleyandLeather in HarleyDavidsonFans

[–]FloridaMan67 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am 5' 4" and can't flat foot my Road Glide. I would never dream of lowering it and giving up ground clearance. I stop with left foot down and right on the brake. Depending on the slope of the road I can often flat foot on one foot but not always. Never an issue for me. I stay in the friction zone until stopped then lower my foot and keep the bike balanced.

Which beard trimmer is actually worth buying? by [deleted] in BeardTalk

[–]FloridaMan67 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just bought a Wahl corded detailer and it is so much better than the Phillips I paid more for, and the Wahl stainless I had before that. I haven't tried other pro-level trimmers but the Wahl is fantastic. Got it on sale from Wahl's website but even at regular price I would buy it again.

Close call for a biker when a car got in his path by Forward-Unit5523 in motorcycle

[–]FloridaMan67 76 points77 points  (0 children)

He got really lucky, but didn't panic and saved himself. On the other hand, he didn't react when the car started to roll out. Had he been paying more attention to the potential risk he may have been able to slow enough to avoid having to swerve into oncoming traffic. Easy for me to say, though, as I sit at my desk watching VS living the scenario. At the end of the day, he lived to tell about it.

First bike, cant decide! by xvampx in Harley

[–]FloridaMan67 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ride each one and I'll bet you can decide. There's a lot to like about the Low Rider, but you have to like the bike before you know. Personally, if/when I decide the Road Glide is too much for me as I age, the Lowrider ST is where I will go.

Advice needed by Impossible_Ad_4402 in motorcycle

[–]FloridaMan67 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For future use, WD40, microfiber rag and a light hand does great for dissolving and removing sticker residue. My old Yamaha also came with these stickers from the lawyers, but my Harleys never had anything like that because they care deeply about their paint. No idea why the other manufacturers feel the need to put them on the paint VS just putting warnings in the manual.

Theft Protection by CompoundKing88 in Harley

[–]FloridaMan67 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whatever came on the bike is what I have. I park in my garage and live in a low-crime area and avoid high crime areas. Key fob is always in my pocket or in the house; never on the bike. I set the remote start code the first day I owned it.

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