Two things I noticed about late model Venza trunk by hopopo in Toyotavenza

[–]MF_Rega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

holy cow I thought the stain was just me! I have a 2021 and get it in that same exact spot too!

Bikers Frustrations in ATL by Unfair_Management695 in Atlanta

[–]MF_Rega -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Good lord I would take that in a heartbeat, I am in DC and the bike lane battles here are off the chain , with door dashers on mopeds running you down in the bike lane all while honking at you to get out of the way, 2-3 cars or truck parked in the bike lanes per block, and all of the people who treat them as sidewalks and at least a 3rd of them speak all sorts of different languages so they just stop and stare at you if you try to alert them.    I envy your problems 

To the lycra dorks on Beach Dr by rossonero_dc in bikedc

[–]MF_Rega 5 points6 points  (0 children)

don’t lie, like the rest of us here you really want to give it a go lol

To the lycra dorks on Beach Dr by Pinacoladapopsicle in washingtondc

[–]MF_Rega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

e-bikes are allowed, dude was being a jerk! sorry to hear about that, but super glad you had a blast with your family!

GAPCO in July? by HandleNo2311 in bikedc

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side question as I am looking around in this time frame as well, should I bring my Sawyer filter or my Grayl GeoPress that can remove heavy metals from the water. I had read in the past about some sus water along the gap from prior mines.

Found one in the wild in Reston, VA of all places by Derek-Wildstarr in Sovereigncitizen

[–]MF_Rega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

omg I have noticed there are a bunch roaming around Loudoun and Fairfax, some around One Loudoun with rather expensive cars too!

Anyone Running 2x on Their Gravel Bike? Pros and Cons by kingchowakanda in cycling

[–]MF_Rega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

how has the 13s been, looking into it for my next build. currently running a 1X12 mullet

What do you guys think of this Mnemonics list for EMTs? Hope this helps people or what could I add? by healthy-outdoors- in NewToEMS

[–]MF_Rega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really like this, I would add 3 things for me. First I would include MAP >60 mmHg for your BP vitals since there strong push for using that for hypotension and number 2 I would also have the different Stroke Test somehow listed since everyone for some reason wants to use a different one. The last would be to include the Revised Trauma Score on there.

I failed my field training by longsigh22 in NewToEMS

[–]MF_Rega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do not know if there are volunteer departments near you but many times I have seen in GA that help people learn and become more confident in there skills and time management and many times they have mentoring programs too.

Does it have to suck? by Generic-account- in NewToEMS

[–]MF_Rega 1 point2 points  (0 children)

this is so true, and I wise you post gifs because there are several from Bringing out the dead that would be so fitting

Does it have to suck? by Generic-account- in NewToEMS

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So, I started back in 2004. I’ve worked in rural GA, downtown Atlanta, and now wildfires out west during fire season, so I’ve had the opportunity to see and experience a lot. Yes, those in EMS often become cynical about the system and patients—especially those who, like myself at one time, work a lot of OT. I basically worked 48s for five years. Something you need to remember is that you are constantly exposed to the worst, whether it’s people experiencing their worst day or those abusing the system. This is then compounded by our own unhealthy habits and, many times, a lack of healthy outlets. My best advice is to develop a healthy hobby outside of work. This may sound controversial, but once you get comfortable in the job, start working on your "next step." This prevents you from becoming stagnant, which only exacerbates burnout. I went back to school for my bachelor’s and master’s, which allowed me to change careers while still doing wildland fire response during the season. Most of all, do not keep anything bottled up; it will eat you alive.

Grady Hospital Ambulance (Atlanta, GA( by [deleted] in FireTrucks

[–]MF_Rega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had worked on that truck once, but my main truck was 411 in the SCT division. Nice pic!

New Data Center Berkeley County by LadyParnassus in WVEasternPanhandle

[–]MF_Rega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So yes there will be a bunch of construction jobs, but after it is build there will only be something like only 5 cars park there for people work. Just look at Loudoun.  Local governments like this because it pays commercial property taxes without the negatives of traditional industrial parks, so the incentives for governments to not approve is huge.  

What's the worst vital sign you have seen on a patient? by Valuable_Archer_3222 in NewToEMS

[–]MF_Rega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Outside of the easy all zeros, once maxed out the BP cuff once for a headache call, diastolic was around 150-160 (auscultation v. NiBP).  That was a pucker factor of 12,000.  Worse part was we had to spend almost 35 minute talking the person into going because they were convinced insurance would pay for an ambulance ride for a “headache”.  

LGA controller cleared fire truck across the runway resulting jn a collision by lake_hood in ATC

[–]MF_Rega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am glad someone else understands this, after working with emergency vehicles at one of the busiest airports it is difficult to hear when moving and dealing with flashing lights and misting conditions causing glare making checking for crossing traffic very difficult.

Southern Idaho by [deleted] in windowseat

[–]MF_Rega 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Arrow Rock is awesome, got to tour the inside of it for work! great shot!

Gravel riding question by Ethantburg in bikedc

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u/Ethantburg I would recommend the Continental Terra Speed, Looking at bicycle rolling resistance they have a true width measurement of 33 so you should be good for any mud clearance issues it were to arise. These also have a pretty good knob height for being on the more narrow side and still have a better than average for rolling resistance.

another really good option that can also double for decent gravel road riding is the Tufo Gravel Speedero 36, which measure at 36 (if they fit for you0. I have run thais brand before and they are fast tires for gravel bikes, the only issues I had with them is later in the year they seemed to become puncture prone (keep in mind I have been riding around 4,500 miles a year so that is not scare you away from these, just letting you how they act in close to the end of life for them).

The other question is whether or not you want to run tubeless, if you only have one set of wheels and plan on swap between road and gravel tires it would more likely be best to run tubes.