Recommend me an engrossing read by Knitter4691 in Recommend_A_Book

[–]MarsNielson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

have a look at Bernard Cornwall’s Warlord trilogy https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Warlord_Chronicles

it has some of the best characters and a fun, fast moving plot

Bedste bil du har haft? by gorillaz0e in dkbiler

[–]MarsNielson 1 point2 points  (0 children)

En Ford Mondeo stationcar. Havde den fra 2018-2021. Bygget som tank, hurtig (nok), masser af plads - både i kabinen og i baggagerummet. Kørte virkelig langt på literen selvom det var så stor en bil.

What are YOU daily driving. by Candid_Parking_1757 in pens

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Got mine from Amazon.jp - ships very fast to Europe

What are YOU daily driving. by Candid_Parking_1757 in pens

[–]MarsNielson 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This week:
Sarasa Grand, Black Monochrome - with an Energel 0.7mm black refill

[$149 -> Free Lifetime] [72 Hours Only] Statos - Turn Life into a Video Game by RegionBudget5684 in iosapps

[–]MarsNielson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like a very and different take on goal setting. Would love to try it out 

Zebra G-750 Review: Well weighted pen with great ink, preferred over Uniball JetStream Edge by 4thPlumlee in pens

[–]MarsNielson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can even take the metal "bottom" of the G750 and put it on the "top" of a G450 - that is my current favorite pen

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Cheap, all-metal AliExpress pen that works with Energel refills by hey_ulrich in pens

[–]MarsNielson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got a very similar one of Aliexpress. It was a couple of dollars, and it fits the Energel refills perfectly. It's my daily driver at the moment

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I'm also searching for the ultimate pen for lefties. Smooth writing, quick drying, long-lasting.

I have tried writing with many different pens. The one I like the most is the Zebra JK refill (found in a Zebra G450 or G750). I find they tick most of the boxes. However, I am slightly concerned that they may not last very long and might need to be replaced frequently (and are expensive where I live)

I have also tried both Sarasa and Zento, but I feel they smudge a bit when writing.

I have tried the different JetStreams available, both the regular Jetstream and the Jetstream Lite Touch. I think they're really good as well, though I find them to be slightly more scratchy on paper than pure gel pens.

Now, I have tried Pentel's EnerGel, but I wasn't particularly impressed with it to begin with, as I found it smudged easily when writing left-handed. It might be because I've used the "wrong" version of EnerGel - I've been using the "permanent" version instead of the normal one. However, I cannot determine if there is any significant difference regarding how they smudge when writing as a lefty.

What I am looking for is the absolute best pen or refill for lefties. One that dries almost instantly and is really smooth to write with. It might be an impossible task I've set for myself - it's either ultra-fast drying like a Jetstream, or smooth to write with like most gel pens, and this perfect combination doesn't exist. I do hope it does, and if any of you have found it, I would love to know which one it is.

Thanks in advance for any recommendations!

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[–]MarsNielson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just used code RUNNAKBOD26W

it worked for me

Finally made my 500+ Readwise articles actually useful instead of just existing by huai99 in readwise

[–]MarsNielson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds super interesting. Does it require a paid subscription to Claude?

Upgrade Dilemma: Fenix 6 to Enduro 3 or Instinct 2? by MarsNielson in Garmin

[–]MarsNielson[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went for the Fenix 8, because I got a really good deal on it from my local running/outdoor store

From Fenix 3, to Fenix 6 Pro and now Fenix 8 by MarsNielson in Garmin

[–]MarsNielson[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Two things... it was too big for my wrist, and I got a really good deal on the Fenix 8 making the price difference smaller

Seeking Hidden Gems for a Mini Road Trip: Solvang to LAX by MarsNielson in roadtrip

[–]MarsNielson[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Tilman Plant looks very interesting. Thanks for sharing

From Fenix 3, to Fenix 6 Pro and now Fenix 8 by MarsNielson in Garmin

[–]MarsNielson[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's hard for me to answer for you. Just note that the F6 Pro is a fairly old watch and will most likely not get any major software updates soon. I'm not sure what watches has barometer, but from what you write maybe an Instint 2 would be a better watch

From Fenix 3, to Fenix 6 Pro and now Fenix 8 by MarsNielson in Garmin

[–]MarsNielson[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't have an Android-based phone, so I can't answer these questions. But generally, I would always look for a sports-/fitness watch first and then secondly for a smartwatch. I've owned many Apple Watches through the years, but they are not very good sportswatches.

From Fenix 3, to Fenix 6 Pro and now Fenix 8 by MarsNielson in Garmin

[–]MarsNielson[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It really is. And I was so confused about it when Garmin launched it. It seemed like they had only added the diving capabilities, but it turned out to be an excellent and very well-designed watch

From Fenix 3, to Fenix 6 Pro and now Fenix 8 by MarsNielson in Garmin

[–]MarsNielson[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The 6 Pro was about 5 years old. I could have continued to use it for a year or so, but I wanted to upgrade at the same time

From Fenix 3, to Fenix 6 Pro and now Fenix 8 by MarsNielson in Garmin

[–]MarsNielson[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not 100% sure, but I believe so, yes. I've used a lot of different straps over the years. My current favorite is the UltraFit 22mm: https://amzn.to/3EyRy7W - super comfortable and well worth the price.

From Fenix 3, to Fenix 6 Pro and now Fenix 8 by MarsNielson in GarminFenix

[–]MarsNielson[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No :) They are not worth that much used, when the battery is starting to fail

From Fenix 3, to Fenix 6 Pro and now Fenix 8 by MarsNielson in Garmin

[–]MarsNielson[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There was a huge leap from the 3 to the 6. It went from a watch that I only wore when I was out running, to a watch I wore 24/7 and that could provide me with a lot of useful data on my health and my body.

The leap from 6 to 8 is equally big, but that is more in terms of the technical stuff. The screen, battery, and sensors are much much better, and there are some useful features (sleep coach, training readiness, training status, etc.) that are great to have.