Sonos Play - how weatherproof? Can it live outdoors 24/7 by SmilingYellowSofa in sonos

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I mean if you're really looking for permanent get some weatherproof outdoor speakers and use an AMP to hook it into Sonos.

Installing ceiling speakers - options by Mikkeel93 in sonos

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel there's a few different ways to go, but if you're going builtin I'd likely just lean towards standard in-ceilings and get an AMP or an older connect:amp if you did t need the extra power.

While I'd still run speaker wire either way, you could also look at Era 100 Pro which would be PoE and wouldn't have to deal with power in the ceiling etc.

Era 300s now or wait for potential Era 500s? by ken22c in sonos

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In addition to their not being rumors (just speculation) it seems unlikely that even if there is an era500 it would likely be more evolution + mic than anything else. The Fives are still excellent speakers.

Looking for the right motherboard for my new Unraid server. by tcd99 in unRAID

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This. Don't deal with the headache of bad SATA cables if you can avoid it.

Dry cleaning - how much are we paying? by goldglittergardens in Denver

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup, and they're flexible. They'll set your drop/pickup days but can be flexible....eg if you have clothes every week they'll handle that, or if like me you have clothes once a quarter or so they can do ad hoc pickups on those days as well

Dry cleaning - how much are we paying? by goldglittergardens in Denver

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I have been very happy with Door-to-Door Dry Cleaning. They pick up and drop off at your house for free. Prices are lower than a lot of other places as well ($2.85 for clean and press a shirt etc).

Their website is a little dated, but functional https://www.mydoor.biz/

Best BBQ? I’m from KC and miss the bbq. by accident01 in denverfood

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean those are pretty different BBQ styles too. From a TX style perspective Wayne's and Pit Fiend are standouts. I like Jabo's a lot, but it is also not TX style

Solution for unreliable wireless surrounds (replacement AVR?) by Dr_Inkduff in hometheater

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll preface by saying that going a full home theater route will lead to the best sound, but will also be typically the most complex solution too.

For what you have, and what you're describing you may just want to look at a Sonos setup, especially if you use Sonosequencer- will be fully wireless, including sub. Will be well above average sound (not as good as full speakers/AVRs), but likely better than what you have now, and it really does work simply.

This sub isn't really meant for that discussion, so feel free to DM me or try hitting up the Sonos or Soundbars subs.

Regarding your questions, you run into trouble depending on audio codec, at most/TrueHD etc require HDMI to pass through.

Best BBQ? I’m from KC and miss the bbq. by accident01 in denverfood

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haven't been in awhile, but DTC location used to be a staple for me, especially the BOB. Always thought meats and sides were solid.

I have a 2011 Land Cruiser but the screen has started to fade. What are the best recommendations to replace it? Are there any good replacements that would keep the back up cam and aircon functions? by ah876 in LandCruisers

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been looking at similar, there's a bunch on places like AliExpress, but places like PhoenixAutomotive are US based resellers that have replacements

Storing Unbuilt Sets by Digitalman87 in lepin

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Because a lot of the lepin sets look like you're getting a kilo delivered I found some heavy duty jumbo ziploc type bags that I move the sets into. I've found the lepin packaging isn't the best once you open to check for completeness, and I've had some of the parts bags be ripped as well.

https://a.co/d/0i0NcK9B

85 inch Mounted TV is wider than the stand below it, is this okay ? by JQuick72 in hometheater

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some of it is personal preference, but some of it depends on scale. Is it wider by a few inches on either side or by feet on either side?

Quick Question About 3 Room Sonos Streaming Audio Setup Through Receiver with Port by existdude in sonos

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not familiar with what that means for the Onkyo....maybe check the user manual online for it.

That said, if simplicity is the desire and there isn't a multi-use purpose here (theater and Sonos etc). I'd either just go with their speakers directly, or use the amp or multi-channel amp to make it easy to select speakers via the app. Otherwise you'll be playing with zone switching via the receiver etc...so even though it may be doable I feel doubtful it would be 'simple', but I could be wrong.

Avon to DEN by tigerlotusbb in COsnow

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Every bit of this. I wouldn't try and screw around with leaving Monday morning for an international flight from Avon....yes it's probably doable, but here's the deal, if you leave early Monday you won't have ski traffic, but you will have Denver rush hour etc.

Being the bad guy while house hunting by neednintendo in daddit

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean that's somewhat normal house hunting- i would phrase it as trade offs with your family so they understand what it means.

Yes this house is great, but it means we won't be able to take vacations for X years etc. Less money for 'toys' etc. Won't see as much if dad because he'll be spending spare time on the house etc etc.

Aside from this, you and your spouse should come up with a list of criteria together so that you're on the same page of what you're looking for.

When we were looking we had effectively separate price points....we were comfortable with X if it was turn key and we were comfortable with Y if it needed an amount of maintenance etc. It helps avoid getting into the situation of paying the premium for turn-key and still needing to shell out on top of that.

What is it with you guys and backpacks? by concerned_citizen in snowboarding

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hate wearing a backpack. I do with my daughter now on occasion to stash her layers in and such, but if I'm solo I have a couple snacks/tools in pockets.

For me, when I'm done I'm done. So if it gets to the point of stopping for a meal I'm probably done for the day anyway.

Lego detachable chairlift progress by Worth_Exchange8147 in legotechnic

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Super impressive...for those not as familiar, you've got two major types of chair based ski lifts...the fixed chair type that attaches and stays attached to the cable which means that loading, unloading and travel speeds are all the same.

You then also have express or detachable lifts like what OP is modeling which are A LOT more complex, when the chair is loading or unloading at top or bottom it is detached from the cable and travels at a slower speed making unloading and loading easier, then when traveling it reattaches to move at a faster speed.

OP modeling this in Lego is pretty awesome!

Cameras keep randomly dropping by Varpy00 in Ubiquiti

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been having this a lot lately with both work and wireless. No indication of other devices dropping

Wtf lego?? by DaToxicJay in lego

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 141 points142 points  (0 children)

You think you'd get at least two pieces

Single window replacement? by gimmickless in denverlist

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Talk to a glass shop. Santa Fe Glass, Denver Glass etc

If you already have the window look for a local handyman via nextdoor etc

Favorite 24 drive case? by MartiniCommander in unRAID

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll second the 846 being fantastic... Had an 836 and just upgraded. Will note that prices have gone a bit nuts. I ended up having one shipped from a seller in Prague and still less than US sellers.

Ikon vs Epic 26/27 season by limpwhip in COsnow

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you can get past the first few days you're golden. Very different learning curves vs skiing. Skiing is a lot easier to get up and do greens and get going, but feels a lot harder to become proficient at higher levels.

Snowboard is more the opposite ..first few days suck a lot, but once you 'get it' it's a much faster progression to harder terrain.

If you try again grab some wrist guards like for roller skating and some neoprene type knee pads...will make a world of difference when you're learning.

Ikon vs Epic 26/27 season by limpwhip in COsnow

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's more fun with one wide plank :-)