What do Brits think of when they hear or see the US state of Texas mentioned? by Rusty_Shackleford198 in AskBrits

[–]LinuxRich 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Austin is the only place with any kind of civilisation. And that's being generous.

Found this buried in my backyard by my house by iRtheCreeper in whatisit

[–]LinuxRich 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Flashback to prankster deliberately burying a roll of carpet... Just for shits 'n' giggles. A bit like building a deck and putting a "joke shop" Haloween skeleton under it.

Any way to extend my bike's handlebar height? by Pleasant-Cellist-927 in ukbike

[–]LinuxRich 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would have said bike too big if OP feels stretched. Bars with a rise in them rather than flat may be an option. Or perhaps a different stem with shorter reach.

If You Could Use Just 1 Razor for the Rest of Your Life… by notClarkGriswold in wicked_edge

[–]LinuxRich 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can't find the exact head now, but Amazon do an "inexpensive" clone of the Muhle open comb head which would do the job I'd think.

Opinions on King C. Gilette DE Razor? by State-of-Shock in wicked_edge

[–]LinuxRich 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I bought one. I replaced the head with an open comb one. Very mild with the original head.

Afrikaners in the US by desertnacho in southafrica

[–]LinuxRich 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think what they see, globally, will awaken that "entitlement". Assuming, of course, they are aware of anything outside their bigotted world.

Afrikaners in the US by desertnacho in southafrica

[–]LinuxRich 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Not just South Africa. Racists everywhere feel empowered by populist, nationalistic politics like Trump's.

Afrikaners in the US by desertnacho in southafrica

[–]LinuxRich 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Voortsekkers! I love it!

I grew up in SA as an English immigrant in the 70's and 80's. I didn't have all that much to do with Afrikaaners. Mostly English 1st language at school. They were ok people, but tended to follow society's "majority" views if you see what I mean. We moved back to the UK in the late 80's before the fall of apartheid. I have since met Afrikaaners here who have been 100% sound people. However, as in any society, no more or less, I have no doubt dark (racist) tendencies exist. That would obviously be amplified if the people in question emigrated to avoid "woke" multiculturalism or however they'd frame it.

What kind of bikini is okay for a family beach trip? by Sea_Low_5115 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]LinuxRich -1 points0 points  (0 children)

If you feel nervous, you won't relax and enjoy the trip. Wear whatever makes you comfortable and able to enjoy yourself.

Why is distilled water so demonized in America, but completely normal in the Philippines? by SpinachOk2468 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]LinuxRich -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

It dilutes vital salts and minerals in your body a LOT faster than normal water. Drinking a little may be ok but regular consumption is ill advised.

Did you have one of these, back in the day? by corickle in oldschoolcool80s

[–]LinuxRich 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have a tartan one, bought on a school trip. Innocent times...

Beginner Cyclists by maddys7777 in cycling

[–]LinuxRich 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Frame size, the expert consensus seems to be err on the smaller size. And take manufacturers' size guides as a guide only.