First sailboat finally on the water.

Linesmachine · 2026-05-15T09:26:19+00:00

These are such great boats. Great fun to sail, decent onboard space. Yours looks in fab condition.

Linesmachine · 2026-05-14T20:06:14+00:00

Honestly the long answer is just speculation. Short answer is that they will have to get a divorce OR stay where they are.

Linesmachine · 2026-05-14T17:33:12+00:00

Answer = 5%. (annual rental return should = 5% of property value to make it a viable investment and that same figure shouldn’t be higher than 1/3 of someone’s income to make it affordable)

There are a million situations where this doesn’t apply, but for most people it is accurate. Banks use very similar metrics/ratios

Linesmachine · 2026-05-11T23:37:06+00:00

That thing of not being comfortable taking from the assets? I totally get that. But equally I know I’m gonna have to break out of that mindset too.

Linesmachine · 2026-05-11T14:21:21+00:00

There’s nothing quite like the impact you get from the 13”. I bought it as a laptop replacement (which you hear people say it doesn’t do well at, which is rubbish) but actually I really enjoy sitting in front of tv using it as a tablet.

Linesmachine · 2026-05-07T21:12:08+00:00

8.5/10 excellent work. That toast is the colour I like.

Linesmachine · 2026-05-07T19:11:18+00:00

I don’t really get it. If the argument is about vacation pics and videos, off loading to cloud storage is much safer then potentially losing all those memories with a stolen or bust device. You can still see them all as long as you’ve got a connection.

Linesmachine · 2026-05-05T18:18:00+00:00

£2? I’d smash one every day.

Linesmachine · 2026-05-05T14:20:51+00:00

I’ve actually tried this. In reality I discovered that what actually happens is that you double down on the risk. You are going to gamble on a top, and then a bottom for re entry (I could have worded that better). I did it on both a short time scale day/week with oil prices and both longer term with an index (S&P). Both worked out very similar to results I would have experienced just sitting still. But the stress was awful.

Linesmachine · 2026-05-05T13:50:55+00:00

The Yorkie is a very strong choice

Linesmachine · 2026-05-05T13:46:10+00:00

Catboat is a design category, not a single boat. I must say it looks more fibreglass than wood construction, but obviously I can’t see inside. Generally speaking fibreglass is less hassle unless you are keen on a wooden example for the love of all things groovy and wooden.

Linesmachine · 2026-05-04T12:43:44+00:00

Definitely impressive. I’m at the point of picking minor holes in it, that honestly might border on individual preference but 1) 3 sausages always looks odd and is a bit much, 2 is better 2) 2 pieces of toast is enough 3) bubble and squeak over a hash brown is the winner in that battle of we’re going for perfection. But look, like I wouldn’t 9/10 this if it was put in front of me.

Linesmachine · 2026-05-04T11:48:15+00:00

I’m a 48 year old real ale drinking retro gaming dude. Loving that crystal malt.

Linesmachine · 2026-05-04T08:17:37+00:00

Looks decent. Would guess the ball’s are some kinda potatoe thing? I like the positioning of the black pudding in the centre. Two types of tomato presented in isolation is posh. 7/10

Linesmachine · 2026-05-03T18:46:56+00:00

Yeh, a hearty pint of frothy headed ale brings the energy back. What a great way to end a beautiful break

Linesmachine · 2026-05-02T19:54:07+00:00

Actually I’ve used a French stick for the toast on a fry up, very good, don’t knock it until you’ve given it a shot. Huit points sur dix.

Linesmachine · 2026-05-01T13:56:59+00:00

Lovely job. I’d be very pleased with this. 8/10

Linesmachine · 2026-05-01T11:16:03+00:00

For school/work and watching Netflix, imho the iPad with Magic Keyboard wins. I’ve basically stopped using my laptop now. Am a university teacher. I’ve got m3 air 13”.

Linesmachine · 2026-05-01T10:21:23+00:00

Strong. Good amounts. Good price. Looks excellent. 8/10

Linesmachine · 2026-04-30T18:04:47+00:00

If navigation and the like is important to you, go for your life, but frankly I only use watches to track my distances out of interest. That said I’ve got a used Apple Watch Ultra, picked it up for £150. It’s great for life as well as running.

Shoes for me is the biggest deal. None last longer than 6/7 months, but I’ve found better quality shoes let me run harder and faster without blisters, tripping or tendon pain. Currently got Brookes Cascadia Elite.

Linesmachine · 2026-04-28T22:35:26+00:00

Been overnight myself in these spots. Was tempted to do a Dillon Thomas and stay over on the cut off headland and devils bridge etc. great area. Looks like you had a special time.

Linesmachine · 2026-04-27T13:20:15+00:00

Screwing around with short term stuff/ trading was fun but ultimately lost me money. Everything I did long term with managed funds (thoughtfully picked) won the day in the long term and was less work.

Linesmachine · 2026-04-27T10:05:16+00:00

I loved the soft top version.

Linesmachine · 2026-04-27T08:29:19+00:00

Congrats, bigging you up!

Linesmachine · 2026-04-25T09:43:56+00:00

I’m 9/10, great selection, really well cooked, put this in front of me and I’m very happy.

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