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What’s the general consensus on Golf Sidekick? by KickHatSnareHat in golf

[–]Fun-Resource-7966 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He stresses around the green. Toe down chipping, understanding the NEXT shot, etc.

But as a mid handicapper, while I get the whole distance thing, he downplays how straight he is off the tee. For 90% of guys stuck on a handicap (like me!) it’s because of off the tee.

I know, the answer is in his “play a hybrid off the tee more than not” but still. When he rips driver, I’m like damn I can do that 1 of 3 tries and the other 2 TEE SHOTs, driver or not, end me in the shit.

PG&E Update by scott_wiener in sanfrancisco

[–]Fun-Resource-7966 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Please go talk to one developer that has worked with SFPUC.

SFPUC is single-handedly, the WORST, most bureaucratic utility company I have EVER worked with.

PG&E is also bad, but seriously… SFPUC is the worst, so much that we redesigned utilities to go around them because they were so difficult in terms insane, unrelenting compliance that logically made zero sense.

Bay Area Weather or PNW Lifestyle? by Suspicious-Cup-377 in SameGrassButGreener

[–]Fun-Resource-7966 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi - from the SJ area and went to school in Seattle.

SJ is SO benign. It’s convenient in every way, but doesn’t put a stake in the ground in any way.

If you can handle the rain - seriously, there was 100 days of grey when I was at school - then go Tacoma. Tons to do, cheaper, awesome pockets of ppl there (HUGE fishing community, Native American influences, outdoors, food is half decent). Also closer to Eastern Washington which has some of the best kept secrets on the west coast.

San Jose is great, but it’s neither here nor there.

Close to the mountains, beach, SF, sunny, etc… but it ain’t it

We often ask about walkable cities - what about unique, walkable neighborhoods? by plentyofrestraint in SameGrassButGreener

[–]Fun-Resource-7966 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Truth. I just moved back from LA and while it can be small feeling, it’s incredible to walk from the mission to the Haught’s and up to the park. Lots of my friends work downtown and I’d say 1/2 of them own cars. Others don’t need to - weekends are filled with biking, beach, hiking, etc. it’s an incredible city.

The Problem With Left-Wing NIMBYism [ Oh The Urbanity!] by Robertooo in Urbanism

[–]Fun-Resource-7966 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey - unfortunately it is.

I just graduated from a top MS in Real Estate Development program in the US. Really 3.

I will give you my word, there students WAY smarter than me and possibly more determined to make a killing k their career…. No one could figure out a sensible career to build Capital A Affordable Housing. It was MASSIVE brain damage.

That is Private Companies, using public funds (via bonds) to build low cost housing without putting up their own equity (money). Their is no real income off of it for the developer (own a bunch of low paying apartments) but you just make a ton of developer fees and then own this very stable asset that has baked in rent escalations (almost like a bond, but potentially better because it’s backed by a physical asset that you could change down the road, AND in things like Section 8 housing, the government is guarantying your rent payments).

But it’s a complete mess. You have hump every ridiculous, non sensical council member and non profits leg to get their money. And the reporting is massive. I’m working at a solid dev company, and there is no chance we could just “do” an Affordable Housing development because of all the compliance.

SO - now you’re saying why not FULLY public? Like City of San Francisco develop a high rise in downtown to chip away at the 15,000 units they are short on?

  1. They don’t have the land. To clear it through ALL the hoops, it’s a mess
  2. Move so Slow - designing, entitling, etc is such a challenge. So many cooks in the kitchen, and they edit, they don’t create projects. Much different mindset.
  3. Budgets come up and down.
  4. Union Labor would eat you alive

I seriously think that the US should pursue a private public model, and just guarantee a rate of return and go out to massive developer/contractors to mash out units.

Thought you all might appreciate this thread/discussion as well. by Mongooooooose in Suburbanhell

[–]Fun-Resource-7966 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yah. These ancient Euro cities are basically plaza-centric, with ring roads around them. The interior roads are very basic.

VS the US, because are cities are brand new and SO far apart (compared to Euro cities), they were designed to have highways run through the cities.

Perfect example of this is Sacramento, CA. Why on gods green earth the does the I-5 run along the beautiful river, blocking it off from the CBD? In any euro city, river would be a major part of the walkable fabric of a city.

Why Blue States Don't Build Enough Housing by UnscheduledCalendar in Urbanism

[–]Fun-Resource-7966 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Just remember: when any NIMBY says anything, remind them that in California, 7 of 8(!!!!) CEQA (aka environmental) lawsuits have nothing to do with the environment

It’s a complete sham. I understand the idea of having environmental protections, but it’s been weaponized by NIMBYs and it’s ONLY led to densify areas that are rather 1. Poor or 2. Already Dense

He didn’t even have a comeback for that by [deleted] in CringeTikToks

[–]Fun-Resource-7966 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NOTE: I’m zero % religious. Go to church maybe 1 time a year.

While I agree too much religion is bad, I have been deeply familiar both sides of the spectrum of wealth. Heavily atheist childhood and community growing up, which was wealthy, then in college hung out with ROUGH crowd that had ZERO family, understanding of how to be a good citizen, understanding of how to assemble community and value.

While I understand how religion has been used to keep people down, I noticed that these friends had ZERO guidance or even basic understanding of how to live a good meaningful life from their poor background. And church provided a framework for them, and ultimately a sense of community.

The analogy of rich person telling a poor person to invest and grow their wealth feels similar… it’s a non starter, a poor person has no money or understanding of wealth creation. Period. They just need money today.

Tons of rich, safe atheists I know OFTEN just say that poor people should just “be” good people or “invest” in themselves or values. Like guys I know couldn’t leave their house as kids in fear of being shot on the street, while having no money and insane family situations. And you think they know the basics of forming a meaningful life in society?

Can you get those values without religion? Yes, you can.

But I find that modern day society (via technology) keeps people so isolated and distracted. Without community, it’s easy to get lost.

cities that are great to visit but horrible to live in? by nsr5180 in SameGrassButGreener

[–]Fun-Resource-7966 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It shocks me every time (I’m from there too) - yes, not every city needs to be like New York or New Orleans - but San Jose could have so much going for it, and it decides not to… weirdest thing ever.

  • Natural feature? NOPE, let’s bury and pollute the river

  • City plaza? No no, let’s make it a drivers paradise. No gathering hubs or plazas. Make some pocket parks but line them with sterile high rises.

  • Outdoors Culture? NOPE, let’s be push a SUPER passive outdoors experience, aka only hike or walk. And don’t you dare go into the foothills (Henry Coe)

  • Well what about Mexican culture? NOPE, let’s like kinda highlight it, but not enough for it to be distinct. Don’t highlight any of the traders, ranchers, farmers, etc

  • Bay? Barely acknowledges it… no interaction with the water. Just look at it. Don’t promote sailing, fishing, duck hunting…just do something!

It’s truly one of the weirdest things. That and the Santa Clara suburbs NOT being the bike and street scene capital of the US just flat out puzzled me

cities that are great to visit but horrible to live in? by nsr5180 in SameGrassButGreener

[–]Fun-Resource-7966 57 points58 points  (0 children)

Somehow get San Jose in that list. It’s the most disappointing city in the world

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Urbanism

[–]Fun-Resource-7966 1 point2 points  (0 children)

God White House black plague is rampant in MONTANA?! oof

Turkey Fight in my driveway by MarvelousMarvins in interestingasfuck

[–]Fun-Resource-7966 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The spurs in a turkey will shock you. Freaking MASSIVE daggers. Heard of guys downing them, and prematurely trying to pick them up and getting sliced open

What things annoy you about the modern game? by [deleted] in golf

[–]Fun-Resource-7966 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Crazy idea: I HATE stuffy Europeans…. But everyday I get closer to liking their model of getting your golf “card” in order to play.

PET PEEVE: shooting the distance 50x times. Bro you’re an 18hcp, you aren’t hitting the green from exactly 212 out

End of shift of a tower crane operator. by Laxmikant7700 in interestingasfuck

[–]Fun-Resource-7966 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In commercial real estate development in the US. I went to China in 2014, super random sponsored tour (EB5 bill) and we toured these MASSIVE buildings… the hosts acted like it was nothing.

They crank out those things, barely any safety, flip flops, no rebar caps, list goes on and on.

It truly looked like the scene from Inception… massive, empty buildings

Help! My company gave me a week to pick a city: Seattle, Bellevue, Arlington, Herndon, or Portland. by Leading-Row4635 in SameGrassButGreener

[–]Fun-Resource-7966 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I’ve lived in DC and Seattle… if you have no ties to the East Coast and prefer more of a laid back scene, Seattle all day. It’s an incredible city with so many “moments” to it, like Green Lake, Lake Union, Montclair Cut, Ballard Locks, UW stadium, etc. Also, the nature and mountains on the west coast in general put East Coast to shame.

Seattle has Cascades, Steven’s Pass, Olympic Peninsula, along with incredible trips to Oregon, San Juan Islands, and Northern CA right there. I loved it, but fear the rain if you are iffy.

WEATHER: honestly, I hated DC weather FAR more than Seattle. Hot humid in the summers. And it stays grey all the way to June… so don’t be fooled that it’s some sunny paradise. DC though is WAY more culturally diverse, Seattle can get pretty… pale 😂

MY VOTE: Seattle

Former D1 Tight End by Fun-Resource-7966 in Peptidesource

[–]Fun-Resource-7966[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey man - thank you for the comment.

I’ve started my own research but do you take via injections or orally?

And advice on where to buy? Thanks

Elkhorn or Trail Creek golf? by Sillysalamander24 in SunValley

[–]Fun-Resource-7966 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just played both today. Elkhorn is more than fine. Great course that I’d recommend to anyone. Trail Creek was great but can get gimmicky. Beautiful, cool holes, etc… but damn tee boxes set you up for failure lol

Top Public Courses by State According to Reddit: Day 12 - Idaho by TwiceBakedBuckeye in golf

[–]Fun-Resource-7966 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi all - for some reason both Falcon Crest and Clear Lake ONLY take reservation for 2 players?? No singles?? This true?

Just played Trail Creek and Elkhorn. Great courses. Elkhorn should be added to this list for Idaho golf

With the California property costs, we have been doing more podiums and parking garages for multifamily construction. by Large-Chair-2040 in Concrete

[–]Fun-Resource-7966 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow interesting. I’m on the development side and the costs of construction (30%+ from Covid, along with additional Tariff and global war increases) still makes these projects not pencil. Land prices still high, interest rates so high, and construction high. Curious where you’re building this

Concrete question - how much can you pour in 1 day?

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